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Brenda
Nov 7, 20232 min read
Winter Gnomes are Here!!
We've worked with the Autumn Gnomes, and I am so excited to tell you that are Winter Gnomes for your paper crafting needs are here!! The...
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Brenda
Oct 25, 20231 min read
Silver Bells Scrapbooking Workshop
I love the beauty of gold and silver in this workshop! I have created 6 pages for you, and there is plenty of cardstock and patterned...
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Brenda
Oct 25, 20231 min read
You Have So Many Choices for Christmas Cards!
Wow, I have a lot of choices for you for Christmas cards for you! So let's get right to it! Click the button below each photo to learn...
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Brenda
Oct 3, 20231 min read
Christmas Cards Made Easy!!
With pre-printed card bases and coordinating die-cuts, including sentiments, these Christmas cards come together in a flash, leaving you...
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Brenda
Oct 1, 20231 min read
Evergreen Christmas Crop on November 11, 2023!
I am having a Christmas Crop, and I am so excited about it!! You will have a choice to do the crop one of two ways: Virtual (your kit...
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Brenda
Sep 27, 20231 min read
Home for Christmas Scrapbooking Workshop
I am thrilled to bring you my brand new Home for Christmas Workshop! I love the patterns in this workshop and am thrilled with the...
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Brenda
Sep 13, 20232 min read
SOLD OUT!! 25 Days of December Album Kit!
Every year, I am so excited to create a 25 Days of December album! Once our son grew up, I knew there would have to be a way for my...
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Brenda
Sep 2, 20231 min read
Labor Day Sale at Close To My Heart
I was looking through all the items on sale, and there are some really helpful things for our papercrafting time! Shop for these...
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Brenda
Aug 29, 20231 min read
The Good Life Scrapbooking Workshop
Wow, it was really easy to fall in love with this paper! I didn't us a stamp set with this workshop because there were enough The Good...
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Brenda
Aug 4, 20233 min read
August News with Brenda and Close To My Heart
Hi Everyone! We are in those hot summer days here in Minnesota. For me, it's perfect beach and lake weather. So you are going to find...
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Brenda
Jul 25, 20231 min read
Autumn Greetings Card Workshop
Oh, how I love fall cards! It's nice to get them done in August so that they are ready for September and beyond. This kit is especially...
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Brenda
Jul 25, 20232 min read
Leaves are Falling and Books are Calling Scrapbook Workshop
It's pretty hot outside right now, but I've got a cozy fall workshop for you! I am really excited to start my brand new workshop format!...
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Brenda
Jul 15, 20231 min read
ONLY 4 KITS LEFT! Record Your Sun-Kissed Snapshots and Memories with Brenda
Summer is a time filled with warmth, adventure, and countless precious moments that we wish could last forever. From sandy beaches and...
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Brenda
Jul 15, 20231 min read
What a GREAT Special with FANTASTIC Savings!
There are so many kits to choose from, and this is the time to stock up! Whether you are a new or seasoned scrapbooker or cardmaker, you...
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Brenda
Jul 4, 20232 min read
July Newsletter with Brenda and Close To My Heart
I have so many things to offer you this month! Let's jump right in! I've linked all the things so that you can easily read more about...
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Brenda
Jun 24, 20231 min read
FREE Adhesive? Yes!
I wanted to celebrate my new website AND the beginning of the Summer season, and I thought adhesive was the way to do it! I love giving...
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Brenda
Jun 22, 20231 min read
The Paper that is For Always in My Heart
At Close To My Heart, we are bringing back a favorite paper packet from 10 years ago called For Always. It's just as delightful to work...
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Brenda
Jun 22, 20231 min read
Shake, Shake, Shake!
Until last week, I didn't realize that shaker cards are still something quite intimidating to people. I want to share this video from my...
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Brenda
Jun 21, 20231 min read
Monday Madness Scrapbook Page
One question I get a lot is how to mix all the bits and pieces of paper that are leftover from different collections. That's what Monday...
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Brenda
Jun 18, 20231 min read
Sunday Sketches June 18, 2023
I am so glad that so many of you have found my new website! Have you created a login and password? That is what will allow you to take...
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Brenda
Jun 16, 20232 min read
Melon Mania Workshop!
I am IN LOVE with the oh so beautiful color of the year, Melon. Unfortunately, it is retiring very soon as we move on to a new color of...
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Brenda
Jun 3, 20231 min read
Are you Crazy for Melon?
It's Melon Mania month at Close To My Heart, and we have the most beautiful product bundle for you! It's filled with exclusive patterned...
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Brenda
May 29, 20232 min read
You are Incredible!
I created a card this morning using the Dream Maker collection. I love this collection. It’s just so sweet and subtle. Supplies (click on...
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