Sweet Phone Message

The other day I received a well needed pick me up in the form of a phone message from a fellow Consultant (Canadian). I missed your name and I have yet to receive the email you mentioned, so I thought I'd post here to make sure you weren't feeling ignored. Hope to hear from you soon...

My email is CreatewithChristine@msn.com :)

Oh I can't wait for April card class!

I'll tell you ladies, I am so excited for card class this month. The pictures just don't do these cards justice. You'll receive oohs and ahs from whomever you decide to give these too.

Cost of class is just $7.50 or FREE with a $20 minimum order.

Click here to register for class today!

Class dates: Sunday, April 5th 2 to 4p
& Tuesday, April 7th 6:30p to 8:30p

Card on left - Inspired by the sweet Kathi ;)

Exciting...

I am so excited to share that I won my first Close To My Heart Contest. This is the first time I have sent in for one of their monthly contests and I wasn't even sure I was happy with the card. So, imagine my surprise when they posted the contest winners and I was in the top three! What a boost! As if placing in the contest wasn't enough, you also get some nifty product credit (and with a new catalog coming out soon, who couldn't use that).

When I originally posted this card, I was asked how I achieved the "halo" affect. This is a super easy way to add some fun dimension to a project. I used a flower bigger than the one I planned to use on the front and then laid my cardstock over it and sanded the cs (with the flower beneath). Super fun! I'd love to have you try it out and then post a link to your creation for us to all ooh and ahh over.

I'm going MAC baby!

Okay - this may be super silly that I am beyond excited...but I feel like a kid at Christmas. Tonight, I ordered a MAC. Bye, bye PC. Back when I started at Bellevue Community College for Web Design in 2000, I had really wanted a good 'ol Mac, but they were far too expensive. So, even though the basis of what I use my computer for is artsy (photography, videos, etc.), I have stuck with the cheaper PC. Lately, I have been running into problems galore while trying to push my pc creatively. It has really made me come to dread having to get things done that take a lot of processing power like video tutorials. Watch out though, I can't wait to try out iMovie ;) I think while I wait for the good guys at Apple to put my new 'puter together, I'll plan some new tutorials!

Ooh, I almost forgot to mention. If getting a Mac wasn't cool enough, I am getting the newest versions of Adobe's Creative Suite (photoshop, flash, illustrator, dreamweaver, etc). Thank goodness for good student discounts!

Creative Class: Daydream or Stardust Layouts

Sunday, March 22nd - 2:00p
Seats Still Available ( 3 )

Using your choice of either Stardust or Day Dream create six 12 x 12 pages.

Basic Kit Includes:
Full Level 2 Paper Packet & Stickease
Embellishment Packet & Full Color Guide
Cost $27.63 (includes tx/sh)

NEW Scrap on a Shoestring
Bring your own paper & Stickease
Receive an embellishment packet & Full Color Guide
Cost $6.50

RSVP & Payment due by Monday. March 14th.

Email CreatewithChristine@msn.com or Phone (425) 413-4280 to RSVP
Supplies are ordered just for you. If you are unable to attend class,
you will receive the class kit and the option to complete it at an
upcoming FREE Friday Night Creative Time.

Tool Kit Required: Please bring a 12 x 12 paper trimmer, adhesive
(including foam tape/squares), scissors, and a piercing tool.

Class starts right at 2pm. Please arrive on time.

Shop for Retired Stamps Sets at 40% Off

Tuesday, March 3 @ 8am pacific

Shop Now: www.cwc.myctmh.com (located under "discounted items")

The following stamp sets will be a part of this spectacular sale. You can add these stamp sets directly to your cart using the item numbers. Once in your cart you will be able to see them and decide if you would like to keep them in your cart. This will little step will save you from wasting time checking each out before adding it to your cart. These items will sell out fast.

a. Wisdom (B1199)
b. Groovy Celebration (C1232)
c. Love of My Life (C1258)
d. Card Sentiments (D1111)e. Memories (D1127)
f. Follow Your Dreams (D1152)
g. Steep and Deep (D1175)
h. My One & Only (D1197)
i. Friendship's Garden (D1202)
j. My Farm (D1219)

Have fun shopping!

Christine David
Independent Close To My Heart Consultant & Director
~*~*~ Celebrating 4 years with CTMH ~*~*~
Inspiration & Online Shopping at www.CreatewithChristine.com
I've joined the blogging world at CreatewithChristine.blogspot.com

March… to Your Own Business!

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March is an irresistible time to start your own business. Why, you ask? Enroll during March take advantage of a fabulous bonus offer: your choice of up to two organizational products at 50% off retail price! This is a great way to begin start your business in an orderly and organized fashion at great savings.

Consultants can save approximately $129 with this promotion. During the sign up process you will have the chance to specify which products you would like to purchase. Choose two of the same item if you desire.

March is the best time to march forward and become a Close To My Heart Consultant!

Contact me right away for a one of a kind information packet created by me for you! Also available by phone at (425) 413-4280.

Time to RSVP: Friday Night Creative Time & Card Class

FREE Friday Night Creative Time
My scrap studio is open to provide you a peaceful and yet fun space to come work on any project you have going. For those of you working on papercrafting, I'll have a selection of items available for purchase as you need.

RSVP required - CreatewithChristine@msn.com.


Creative Class: Card Making
Select the day and time that works best for you:
Sun 2/8 (2-4 pm) *OR* Tues 2/10 (6:30- pm)

Come create 3 cards, learn new techniques and play with new embellishments and product. Class cost just $7.50 or FREE with a $20 order.

RSVP required - CreatewithChristine@msn.com.
Please bring adhesive and be on time.

Inspired by the talented Lisa Stenz

Thanks to Naomi for teaching me this adorable card, so I can teach it to you.

Easy Party Treats

I made these cute little sucker covers for Conner's preschool class. Reach for the Stars

is probably one of my favorite stamp sets from the current Idea Book.