Brad and Cindy

March CTMH Awesome Specials and Studio J Layouts

2011-03-02T09:08:00.000-08:00

March brings another great Special and Stamp of the Month with Close To My Heart.

1. "Best Stamps on the Block"special: During the month of March only, if you purchase $25 in stamp sets (before shipping and tax) you will receive your choice of two very popular acrylic blocks: the "3 X 3" block or the "2.5 X 6" block. YEAH!!! That is a value of $10 FREE when you spend $25 in stamps.

2. March Stamp of the Month (D1454 - "Sensational Season") is so darn cute. You can see what the stamp looks like in the image I have provided below. The actual size of this carrier sheet is 6" X 6", so that will help you judge the size of each stamp.

Below are some sample cards made by my Up-line Karen Pedersen. (Thank you for sharing.) They are so beautiful! If you would like more information about how to get this stamp set just visit my website cindys.myctmh.com or contact me via email or phone. You might even be able to get this stamp set for FREE, so don't hesitate to contact me.

Also check out a couple of the Studio J layouts I created. I am really starting to love Studio J a lot. I don't have a lot of time and it has been so nice to sit down and design a layout with photo's and journaling in just a few minutes. It is really helping me to stay sane right now. There never seems to be enough time to get all my scrapbooking stuff out and work on it so I get to still accomplish things with less time. If you are interested in finding out more about Studio J, let me know. You just might fall in love with it too.

A little more THANKS!

2010-11-03T11:22:00.000-07:00

Want to know how to get $45.90 FREE with a $100 order? Well, if you do then I have TWO HUGE ANNOUNCEMENTS today. If you are gearing up for Thanksgiving and already feeling a little bit a gratitude, then this post is for YOU!

Here's what you'll find in today's post:
1. November Stamp of the Month: "ALittle Thanks"
2. November Close To My Heart Special: "A Little MORE Thanks"

Read on....

1. November Stampof the Month: "A Little Thanks": As you know, along with a new month, comes a NEW STAMP OF THE MONTH, and this month's is a MUST HAVE! I love this set. I think of all the cards I make, "Thank YOU" cards are by far the ones I make and use the most. If that little factoid is true in your world too, and Close To My Heart's special are full of thanks and gratitude for YOU!

The November Stamp of the Month (D1444-A Little Thanks) is available to you to purchase or earn FREE during the month of November only. It's GREAT for thank you cards and layouts about gratutude. Read below to find out how to get it!

*earn it FREE when you spend $100 or more (before shipping and tax)

*earn it for 70% off ($5.74) when you spend $75 or more (before shipping and tax)

*earn it for 50% off ($11.74) when you spend $50 or more (before shipping and tax)

*earn it for 25% off ($17.21) when you spend $25 or more (before shipping and tax)

*purchase if for full retail price ($22.95)

Here is what the set actualy looks like. The actual size of the carrier sheet is 6" X 6". That will help you understand the approximate sizze of the images.

And is that weren't enough....GET THIS:

2. November Close To My Heart Special - "A Little More Thanks": During the month of November, Close To My Heart is expressing "A Little More Thanks" to you with a FREE My Acrlix stamp set of your choosing. When you place a minimum order of $100 (before shipping and tax), not only will you receive the November Stamp of the Month ("A Little Thanks ...$22.95 value) FREE, but you will also receive on e free stamp set of your choice from the Autumn/Winter 2010 Idea Book FREE (free stamp sets include sizes A, B C and D. Stamp sets that are not available as the free set include Workshops on the Go stamp sets, E-size stamp sets, and customizeble K stamps. tax and shipping apply.) That means if you spend $100 (before shipping and tax) you could get $45.90 in stamp sets absolutely FREE!

This November's special is just Close To My Heart's way of expressing "A Little More Thanks" to YOU, our valuable customers!

To take advantage of the AWESOME special, just click http://cindys.myctmh.com to enter my website, then click on "Shop online". You will be prompted to add the FREE Stamp of the Month (A Little Thanks) and your FREE set at the end of your order.

BUSY Summer!!

2010-09-26T16:21:00.000-07:00

Brad turned the BIG "50" in June. It was pretty hard to surprise him with a party
but pulled it off. YEAH!! I must say he looks pretty good for being 50.
We are so glad to have him in our lives.

Brad's Best Friend Wilson.

Mom's work party was at the Bee's Game. We had a great BBQ and enjoyed some fun with everyone.

Samantha and Mom at the game. We were having too much fun.

Dad's work party was at a cabin down in Provo Canyon. It was a beautiful place, very peaceful. It had it's very own fishing hole. Dawson really enjoyed that part. We would love to live there.

The Big One!

Amazing Cabin. Swimming, fishing, awesome meal and good friends. Who could ask for more.

Price Markdowns at Close To My Heart

2010-06-01T07:24:00.000-07:00

Price markdowns! Are your ears perked yet? I hope so because mine certainly perked right up when I heard the news.

Here's how to see the 'goods':

Head to my website cindys.myctmh.com
Click on Shop Online.
Click on Markdown.
Then take a peek at the offerings. I'm pretty certain you will be shocked and amazed and the sizable markdowns on some of our most popular products of the past couple of years. They range from 20% off up to 61% off. WOWZERS!

If this weren't enough, you are going to DIE when I reveal the June special that Close To My Heart is running

1. Jackpot June: 50% off Products and FREE Goodies! Hit the jackpot and win FREE products with Jackpot June.

This Close To My Heart special, starting TODAY, June 1, provides you with a different deal each day. Be sure to check out my website each day for each new and exciting offer! Once you have landed on my home page, just click "Shop Online" to begin seeing what each day's Jackpot June deals are.

Some days you can grab loaded Goodie Boxes at 50% or more off retail value.
Other days are Jackpot Days. These days give you a list of 5 products offered at special discounted prices--one of which will trigger the Jackpot (a surprise product you'll receive FREE!). Take a chance and hope that you buy the right item that gets you the free product, or play it safe and buy one of each, guaranteeing that you will hit the Jackpot!

Either way you will save money on favorite scrapbooking and stamping supplies by grabbing a different bargain each day in June. Deals include discounted shipping/handling costs too! These special offers are available only online so be ready every day to check out my website and get your deal! New deals are posted each day at 8 am (MDT).

Jackpot June purchases must include ONLY Jackpot June items (the Goodie Box or the discounted items) and nothing else. This will streamline orders and allow CTMH to offer discounted shipping for this exciting promotion.

2. June Stamp of the Month: I love Close To My Heart's Stamp of the Month program. Each month they offer a stamp set that is available for that month only. It is yours to purchase for full price, at a 25%, 50%, or 75% discount, or best of all, yours to earn FREE! More details to follow...

June's Stamp of the Month (D1422-Wonderful Friend) is perfect for creations for the men in your life! As you can see from the photo at the top of this post. I used the following CTMH colors on my cards: cocoa, olive, indian corn blue, colonial white. The photo of the stamp set you see here shows each of the individual stamps that come in the set. The actual size of the carrier sheet is 6" x 6".

This set can be yours in several different ways:

earn it FREE when you spend $100 or more (before shipping and tax)
earn it for 75% off ($5.74) when you spend $75 or more (before shipping and tax)
earn it for 50% off ($11.74) when you spend $50 or more (before shipping and tax)
earn it for 25% off ($17.21) when you spend $25 or more (before shipping and tax)
purchase it for full retail price ($22.95)

Here are some samples using the June Stamp of the Month. I hope you enjoy them. Let me know if you would like to take advantage or just visit my website at cindys.myctmh.com.

Close To My Heart's Summer Idea Book

2010-05-01T11:39:00.000-07:00

It's here and it's live! The Close To My Heart 2010 Summer Idea Book went live today and it is right here on my blog and ready to view and order from. WAHOO!!

Here is a Sneak Peek to the New Level 2 Paper packets added this catalog. I think they are all adorable. The First is "Cherry O":
The Second is "Zippidee":

The Third is "Passages":

And the Fourth is "Splendor":

There are some amazing new stamp sets as well. I can't wait to start playing with them. You can view the entire catalog on the left side of my blog. Click on the photo of the catalog and it will direct you to a online version of it. You can also view product new and old on my website www.cindys.myctmh.com. Check back often for fun new things all the time. I love my job and CTMH is the best company.

Honors Orchestra Concert

2010-04-27T11:37:00.001-07:00

Samantha was picked to participate in the Honor's Orchestra this year. It was directed by Don Findley, a professor from BYU. I was so proud if her. She works hard at everything she does and has maintained excellent grades all through middle school. I love her so much and am so grateful for all that she does. She makes our family complete.

Kim and Croy came to watch as well. We love Croy and everyone is always fighting over who gets to hold him. Thanks Kim for all your support and friendship. Sister forever!!

May 2010 Workhops

2010-04-27T11:12:00.000-07:00

May Workshops are coming soon. YEAH! The dates are May 11th, 12th and 13th. I am so excited for this month. Not only is it National Scrapbooking Month, the new catalog goes live as of May 1st. There are some awesome new products coming out. If you are not coming to workshops already and would like to, let me know. It is a great girls night out.

National Scrapbooking Month "Miracle Kit"

2010-04-20T07:20:00.000-07:00

National Scrapbooking Month isn't until May, but CTMH is on the ball. They have offered this kit to you starting now, so that you can have it in your hot little hands in time to start celebrating National Scrapbooking Month from day 1. YEAH! You can get this amazing kit by visiting my website at (cindys.myctmh.com) or contacting me personally.

This charming scrapbooking kit featuring spring inspired colors and floral patterns is "Miraculously" easy to assemble with no stamping required. The brochure will guide you through easily creating 2 two page layouts (plus you will have plenty of left-over papers and supplies for a few cards!). There are several ways to snatch this fashionable Miracle Kit at a great discount or even FREE!

purchase the kit outright for $19.95 (order #CC1009) between April 15 and May 31
spend $40 (before shipping and tax) and receive this kit for $10 (order #CC1009A) between April 15 and May 31
Spend $60 (before shipping and tax) and receive this kit for $5 (order #CC1009B) between April 15 and May 31
Host a home gathering between April 15 and May 31 with a minimum sales of $300 and receive the kit for FREE!
Sign up as a new Consultant between May 1 and May 31 and receive a kit FREE!

Miracle Kit Contents (CTMH Colors featured: Sweet Leaf, Olive, Crystal Blue, and Bamboo.)

5 - Colonial White Cardstock
1 - Bamboo Cardstock
1 - Floral B&T Duos Paper
1 - Stripe B&T Duos Paper
1 - Crystal Blue B&T Duos Duos Die-Cut
1 - Sweet Leaf B&T Duos Die-Cut
1 - 6"x 12" My Stickease Assortment
1 - 6" x 9" Irresistibles Chipboard Die-Cuts
1 - Mini-Medley Accents Colonial White Collection
12" Colonial White Waxy Flax
3 - 4"x6" Memory Protectors Flip Flaps
2 - Wedge Sponges
1 - Brochure

April Workshops

2010-03-30T10:09:00.001-07:00

April Workshop Layout

Workshops will be April 13th, 14th and 15th. We will be making this two page layout and a card. If you would like to join us, just let me know.

Finally A Post

2010-03-30T09:05:00.000-07:00

I can't believe it has been almost a whole year since I have posted anything. I finally have a day off. Yeah!!! Life has been a whirlwind lately. I have changed jobs and kids are growing up fast. My sister is finally getting her baby this Friday (She has been waiting for 5 years) and she will be a wonderful Mom since she helped to raise my children. My Dad was diagnosed with a rare form of ALS. Is is called PLS "Primary Lateral Sclerosis. It has been really hard to see him frustrated. Today is his 71st Birthday. I love him so much and he has been a hugh part of my life. I would not be were I am today with out him. I admire my Mom so much. She is the strongest women I know. She is still trying to work as a nurse in ICU three days a week for 12 hour days and then is taking care of my Dad which is a full-time job. I wish I was more like her. I know this has been hard on her but she never complains. I am grateful for my brothers and sister for all helping us take care of him. We take turns on the days my Mom works. It helps so much when everyone pitches in. Enough rambling and feeling sorry for myself. Everyone has trials to go through.

Dawson is preparing to get his drivers license this month. I am not sure how I feel about that. He is a good driver but I am not ready to let go yet. (teeheehee) He is in the 10th grade and doing pretty well. I am grateful for the choices he makes and what a great kid he is.

Samantha is my beautiful daughter. She is in the 8th grade and a great student. She has been on the Honor Roll the entire time she has been in middle school. She also makes awesome choices and is very strong in what she believes in. I love the example she is to me. I have been truly blessed to have both of my children.

I am so grateful to be serving the Young Women's program. I love the girls I teach and care so much for them. I also love being in the youth program with both my children.

I am also grateful for my Husband and all he does for me. He has put up with a lot of emotional and physical stress and tries to stay patient. He has picked up a lot of slack at home. I would be totally lost without him.

June Workshop

2009-06-16T10:14:00.000-07:00

June Workshops

Moon Doggie Level 2 Paper pack, Extreme Happiness Stamp Set, Building Block Stamp Set, DE Fun Frames and Flip Flaps. Workshops are Wednesday June 17th and Thursday June 18th. I hope you all like it and I am looking forward to see you!

Happy Birthday to my Sweetie!

2009-06-09T09:32:00.000-07:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY HONEY!

I just wanted to let you know how much I love and appreciate all that you do. I could not have asked for a better husband. Thanks for your patience and understanding. I hope you have a great day and I look forward to many more happy memories.

End of Year Performances!

2009-05-28T06:38:00.000-07:00

Trumpet Section:

Symphonic Band:

Violin Section:

Advanced Orchestra:

Dawson and Samantha had thier end of year performance last evening. They both did great! I am very proud of them both. Dawson has been playing the Trumpet for three years now and Samantha started the Violin this year. Keep up the good work. Love you!

Samantha is "Panther of the Quarter"

2009-05-27T10:56:00.000-07:00

Friday morning (May 22nd, 2009) we were pleased to attend an award ceremony at the school. Samantha was honored for her grades and being a great student. He was one of eight from her grade. She doesn't like attention but she did fairly well. We love her and appreciate her. She is so good at getting her work done when it is first assigned and not waiting for the last minute.

Way To Go Sam!!

Workshop's Coming Up YEAH!

2009-05-13T11:17:00.000-07:00

Workshop projects for May:

Workshops will be held May 19th and May 21st. I am so excited for this months projects. We are focusing in paper distressing. Let me know if you are interested in coming. I can't wait to see you!

WOW! What a Week.

2009-05-11T06:13:00.000-07:00

It all started on Monday the 4th. After work and the kids got home from school we took off to Idaho Falls for my nieces wedding. We drove Brad's parents so it turned into a three day trip. We got to Idaho Falls that evening and got settled into the hotel. The kids had fun swimming.

Then next morning we got up and got ready for the wedding. We had to be to the temple by 11:00 a.m. It was a very nice ceremony. Britney and Blake seemed very happy. The marriage was performed by Elder Groberg. After the ceremony we went outside for photos.

The weather was perfect. We could not have asked for better. After the photos we went to Garcia's for the luncheon. Of course, it was Cinco De Mayo. We went back to the hotel for some rest before the reception.

The reception was amazing. It was held in an old church that had been restored from the early 1900's. The kids had a blast because of all the hidden passages. There was a bell tower hidden behind the bookshelves. It was way fun. They also had the biggest chocolate fountain I have ever seen. It was a very nice day!

The next day we got up, had breakfast and prepared to go home. We decided to go see the Titanic exhibit that was in town before we took off. It was really cool. It is amazing how they can preserve everything and make you feel like you were really there. After that we decided to head home. It took forever!. We stopped in Brigham City and had a late lunch/early dinner at Maddox. (Brad's Mom's favorite place) Then we were off again.

We got home later that evening. We were exhausted.

The rest of the week was spent getting ready for Mother's Day. We did lots and lots of yard work and visiting with family members. It was nice but way to busy. It is time to relax. Hope you all had a great Mother's Day and all is well.

My Dad

2009-04-23T05:25:00.000-07:00

My Dad has been an anchor in my life. He has taught me so much and has been such an inspiration to me. About 5 years ago he started having some problems and after a whole bunch of tests, they are pretty sure that he has ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease. This has been really hard to watch. My Dad had always been so strong and the one I could call for anything.

I am grateful for the time I have had with my Dad. I have had many opportunities to work with him and spend time with him. I followed in his footsteps by attending Snow College and loved it. We worked together in the summers at Fetzer's while I was growing up and then got to work for several years together at Dunford's. I loved having lunch with him and seeing him everyday.

He taught me to love music and pursue my talents. He has always been there to support me in all my performances. He helped me through my divorce when things were tough. I knew I could always call him. My Mom and my Dad are my best friends.

One of my favorite memories is when, my Dad would watch Home Alone. I would laugh harder at him laughing then at the movie. His whole body shakes when he laughs. His laugh is very contagious.

I am grateful for the opportunity to give back to my Father. I get to two days a week with him and help him do the things that he can't anymore. His attitude amazed me. I love him so much and am not looking forward to saying goodbye. I don't want him to suffer but I also don't want to let go either. At least I know that he will be welcomed back home by many others who love him as much as I do. I will be a very happy time for him.

I LOVE YOU DAD!

2009-04-15T09:03:00.000-07:00

"Tickled Pink" was created to celebrate National Scrapbooking Month (May) but Close To My Heart has chosen to let you get started a little bit early! You can place your order with me beginning on Wednesday, April 15 through Sunday, May 31 (while supplies last).

Included in kit:

1-My Acrylix "I am" stamp set ($22.95 value)
2-12" x 12" Floral B&T Duo Paper (1 with glitter-$1.18 value)
2-12" x 12" Striped B&T Duo Paper (1 with glitter-$1.18 value)
1-12" x 12" Blush Textured Cardstock (.63 value)
1-12"X 12" Crystal Blue Cardstock (.63 value)
4-12" x 12" White Daisy Textured Cardstock ($2.52 value)
1-12" x 12" White Diaisy Textured Cardstock Die Cut sheet ($1.32 value)
1-Mini-Medley Accents-White Daisy Collection ($7.95 value)
1-Foam Texture Tool ($2.49 value)
1-Cutting Guide and Instruction Brochure ($1.00 value)

Total Value: $41.65

There are a few ways you can get this beautiful kit:
1. Place a minimum order of $60 in stamp sets (exluding K size and Stamp of the Month) between April 15 and May 31 and receive the kit FREE. If
2. Purchase the Tickled Pink kit at just $34.95 (almost 20% less than the kit value). If you're placing your own order online, use item number CC1004C). Limit one free kit per order.
3. Sign up as a new Close To My Heart Consultant between May 1 and May 31, 2009 and receive the kit absolutey FREE.
4. Host a Home Gathering between April 15 and May 31 with minimum sales of $400 and receive the kit absolutely FREE.

So, pick which way you would like to get it and email me right away. I'm more than happy to help you purchase or EARN this kit ABSOLUTELY FREE. (cindyjschmidt@yahoo.com).

Our Celebration!

2009-04-12T16:33:00.000-07:00

Our weekend started with Brad bringing me home flowers. I love roses and he said one was for every year we have known each other. He is such a romantic. Then on the morning of our anniversary we went to breakfast and then went shopping. You have to understand this is not one of Brad's favorite things to do. (Teeheehee) He actually gets quite stressed. We went to 7 different furniture stores and looked at a lot of furniture. He is so cute because we talked about going back to Hawaii for our 10th but we decided we would get new furniture instead and stay close by. We have needed bedroom furniture for awhile but it always got put off. We found a lot of different ones we liked but finally found one we both loved. Then he even surprised me with a new mattress set as well. I can't wait for Tuesday afternoon when it will be delivered. Yeah!!! From there we picked up one of my favorite foods (Caferio) and took it with us. He wouldn't tell me where we were going and said it was a surprise. He had reserved a room at "The Anniversary Inn". We stayed in the "Phantom of the Opera" Room. It was so awesome. He even brought the movie to watch while we were there.

It was a wonderful weekend and we even got to spend Easter with the kids! I have to admit that is was nice to get away, however I did miss Dawson and Samantha. I can't wait for another 10 years to pass. I love being married and love being a wife and mother. I thank my Heavenly Father everyday for the many blessings in my life.

Our 10 Year Anniversary

2009-04-08T12:31:00.000-07:00

This is us ten years ago.

Our Handsome Ring bearer

Our Beautiful Flower Girl

What I remember the most is Brad came to pick me up really early in the morning. He was so nervous that he accidentally hit the panic button instead of the unlock button on the car. The neighbors knew we were up and moving. Teeheehee! We had so many fun times that day. Brad is so funny and during the ceremony he kept looking at his watch. (He wanted to know the exact time we were married.) The sealer finally asked him if there was somewhere he needed to be. We could not stop laughing. Every year he asks me again at the exact time we were married. (8:47 a.m.) He is so cute! I am excited for this year. He has made some plans and won't share them with me. He just keeps saying it is going to be a surprise! I can't wait.

New to blogging

2009-02-12T11:15:00.000-08:00

I finally got my blog set up. (I am hip!)