Interested in the Florentine card kit mentioned in the video? You can order the kit here.

The Deets

• Go to my online store at http://cropcandy.ctmh.com.
• In the lower right corner of the front page, look for “Join one of Carolyn’s Gatherings.”  Under that, you’ll see Spring Fling.
• Click the Spring Fling link to place your order.
• Anyone who places an order of $25 or more by May 31 will get their name entered in the Goodie Box drawing.  You’ll get your name entered for every $25 you spend.
• The winner will receive a Goodie Box of $40 in CTMH products! The winner will be announced on June 1.

Current CTMH Specials

Dotty For You paper packet – Place an order of $35 or more in products by May 31, and add the Dotty for You paper packet for just $5.

May Stamp of the Month – Place an order of $50 or more and get “Friendship Bouquet” for $5.

While Supplies Last - Discounted and retired products are available to you at phenomenal prices.  Order them here!

Remember, the Spring Fling ends May 31, so place your order for a chance to win!

Questions?  E-mail me!

You’ll make 10 cards (2 each of five designs) and the coordinating gift box. This easy-to-create kit makes a perfect gift for yourself or for those dear to you.

Kit includes:

• Selected patterned paper from the Florentine paper packet
• Coordinating cardstock
• Card Chatter – Sympathy stamp set
• 10-pk. 3″ x 3″ envelopes
• Mocha Adhesive Gems
• Color-Ready Ribbon
• Assorted Cricut Art Philosophy die-cut labels and shapes
• Full color instruction booklet including box assembly instructions, cutting guide and card patterns
• 4 instructional videos – work along with me to put together the kit

Price – $35.00 + $7.95 S/H

* For an additional $5, add the Dotty paper packet and get a coordinating embellishment pack for FREE!

** Spend $50 and get the May Stamp of the Month – “Friendship Bouquet” for just $5.

Kit Add-Ons (you will have the option to add these on checkout):

• Creme Brulee stamp pad
• Brown Bag stamp pad
• Bamboo stamp pad
• Cocoa stamp pad
• Garden Green stamp pad
• Cricut Art Philosophy Bundle

How to Order

- Submit your order on this form. Type “Florentine Kit” in the description box. If you want the Dotty paper packet and/or the May Stamp of the Month, please add that to the form. (For the Stamp of the Month, your order total must be $50).

- I will confirm receipt of your order via e-mail.

- Please allow up 10-12 days to receive your kit. Kit instructions and links to videos will be e-mailed to you when your kit ships.

Questions? Please e-mail me.

This offer good through May 31, 2012.

Watch this video to see how to use the Color-Ready Ribbon included in the kit.

PAPER: Dotty, Lagoon, Gypsy, Tulip and Colonial White cardstock | INK: Peach Delight Glimmer Mist (Tattered Angels) | EMBELLISHMENTS: Flutter Paper Shapes, Red/Pink/Purple Sparkle Assortment, Dimensional Elements chipboard (swirls) | OTHER: Silver Glitter (Martha Stewart), Die cut label (Cricut Art Philosophy), Die-cut letters (Cricut Doodletype), Butterfly punch (Creative Memories), Black Sharpie

The Dotty paper packet is available for just $5 when you place an order of $35 in my online store.  This offer is good through May 31, 2012.

Stay tuned for more samples using Dotty!

When you place an order of $35 or more in products from the Spring/Summer 2012 Idea Book between April 17 and May 31, 2012, you may add the Dotty for You paper packet, valued at $19.95, for just $5. Dotty for You includes 24 specially designed, coordinating B&T Duos^® sheets (2 each of 12 patterns) and an artwork idea insert to get your creative juices flowing.

Did you know you can get Dotty for FREE? Here’s how:

• Hostesses will receive a free Dotty for You paper packet when their Gathering sales total $400 or more (excluding tax, shipping/handling, and Operation Smile donations).  Ask me how you can hold an Online Gathering where everyone orders online and you can get hostess credit.
• New Consultants who sign up between April 1 and May 31 will receive a free Dotty for You paper packet with their kit.  Sign up to be a CTMH consultant.

Watch the video below for more Dotty details and get your packet today!

Make this lovely bouquet using flower die cuts from the Cricut Art Philosophy cartridge.  We’ll also create a coordinating gift card.  A perfect Mother’s Day gift!

Date:
Friday, May 4, 2012
7-10 p.m.
Address provided upon RSVP.
Pizza will be ordered for dinner.

Class materials:

• Lucy paper packet
• Cardstock
• Pearl Opaques Adhesive Gems
• Ribbon
• Flower stems
• Vase filler

**NOTE** – You must provide your own vase.  I recommend one that is about 7-8″ high and narrow.  I got mine from the dollar bin at Michael’s.

Cost: $15

Please RSVP and submit payment by Monday, April 16 to reserve your space and class packet.  Space is limited.

Use this form to submit payment.  In the description field, type “Cricut Bouquet Class.”

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at cropcandy@gmail.com.

See you in class!

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