Monday, July 29, 2013

[Video] Preview Close to My Heart Artbooking Cricut Cartridge Summer Layout

The brand new Close to My Heart Artbooking Cricut cartridge bundle has been released!  It makes creating layouts a snap!  

I have a video below showing how to create this two page layout quickly and easily.  I take you step by step so be sure to check it out.  This cartridge has some cool features!
Everything on the page is set to fit on the layout with one size.  So, for instance, I set the dial above to 11", using the relative size button (which is the default), and every image is automatically resized to fit on the layout.  I don't change the size again once I've set it at 11".
I used the Cuttlebug and the Divine Swirls folder on the wave to give it more texture and "wavy-ness".
The layout below is the right side and I show how to cut out these items in the video but I leave the assembly part out because the video was getting too long and it's so similar to the left side.
Check out the video below (click HERE if you can't see it):


Here's a quick close up of the Close to My Heart Artbooking Cricut bundle:

The Close to My Heart Artbooking Cricut cartridge bundle includes all shown above (3 large sized matching stamp sets, cartridge and handbook) PLUS 3 sheets of matching chipboard elements.

Get the Close to My Heart Artbooking Cricut Bundle HERE!

Not only that, in the month of August, Close to My Heart has a special offer:  

Get the Stamp of the Month FREE with a $50+ purchase*.  Check out how cute the stamp set is below:
So, when you purchase the Close to My Heart Artbooking Cricut Bundle in August, you are now getting a total of FOUR large stamp sets.

Get the Close to My Heart Artbooking Cricut Bundle HERE!

Not only that, I am running a HUGE giveaway for everyone who purchases from my Close to My Heart website in August!  
Q: How can you be entered to win the

  • Kindle Fire HD, 7" Tablet
  • $100 Close to My Heart shopping spree
  • $50 Close to My Heart shopping spree

A: Make a Purchase from my Close to My Heart website HERE in the month of August.  That's it!  Winners will be announced September 1, 2013 and have 2 weeks to claim their prizes. U.S. Residents only.

Finally, everyone who purchases a Close to My Heart Artbooking Bundle from me will get access to an exclusive live online event in September where we will make two Artbooking projects, have a live chat with questions and answers as well as door prizes.  It will be recorded also so you can watch it again.


This week's giveaway for everyone (no purchase required):
How can you win the Picture Keeper P4?

1) Leave a comment below - Do you mind me speeding up the video in sections? Am I going too fast? Let me know.
Click HERE if you don't know how to leave a comment. Click HERE to leave a comment if you are seeing this in an email.

2) Like Picture Keeper on Facebook by heading over HERE and clicking "like".

3) That's it!

Winner will be announced on August 4, 2013 and has two weeks to claim prize.  U.S. Residents only, please, over 18.  Void where prohibited.

*August Stamp of the Month available from August 1-31, 2013.  FREE with purchase of $50+ but tax and shipping will be assessed on value of stamp set.

Want to see more of my projects?
Click HERE to see my gallery!
Subscribe to Obsessed with Scrapbooking to learn more about ways to use the Cricut in your scrapbooking!

74 comments:

  1. This new PKP4 Looks terrific! I do not back up faithfully and this looks really easy. Would love it!
    Thanks for all of your ideas with the cricut! They help a lot.

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  2. Love the Artbooking cart! Your LO is wonderful -- love the colors and papers you chose. Thanks so much for the chance to win this awesome picture storing device!

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  3. Great video...don't mind he speed up. Super LO!!

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  4. Love your videos and I don't mind speeding through the mundane parts...we all know how to do the basics...lol. I am loving your layout and can't wait for August 1st!
    Tanya T.

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  5. Another great video...Super Joy!! This PKP4 looks terrific. I backup often by learning the hard way and losing many pics...this would be fabulous! I hope things are going as well as can be expected with your father....all my extra thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Xoxo Gabby

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  6. The last time I placed our pics on a disc, for back up, was almost 2 years ago. I've gotten pretty bad about it. Plus, my computer is full of pictures. Scary thing to think if I lost all of those memories. Thanks for the review and a chance to win!

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  7. I think the picture keeper is going to be a "KEEPER" for everyone's pictures!!! LOL - TFS - Dorothy

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  8. Like the speeding up for the assembly...and LOVE the tip about gluing the overlays...it makes perfect sense...and I've totally glued the entire thing...doh!

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  9. Great video! i don't mind the speed ups and you are not going to fast for me.

    mimicaro9650 at yahoo dot com
    http;//www.whodatscrapper.blogspot.com

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  10. I'm not good about backing my photos up! would love to win the picture keeper - thekimmiefiles at gmail dot com.. would like to know from you though - what's the difference between this and just using a USB?

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  11. Oh Joy what an awesome LO you did a spendific job on it. I am so lovin your papers and colors this cartridge is unbelievable. I want to thank you for the chance to win this fantastic picture storing system gosh I take a ton of pictures every year so this would be awesome to win.

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  12. Deborah in AlabamaJuly 29, 2013 at 9:52 AM

    I am not faithful about backing up my photos. this looks so easy; thanks for the opportunity!

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  13. Don't mind the speed ups in videos especially if it is just on the basic stuff. I backup my computer weekly so pictures are backed up. Once I have scrap booked the pictures put them on "my book" by western digital. Would love to have a picture keeper Will have to check it out.

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  14. Cool....I need lots of these!

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  15. Love the videos. I don't mind when you speed up. Most of the time even my tired old brain can keep up with you. I really think I am loving this new cartridge.

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  16. great video..well done! another way to back up - yes!

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  17. I think the speed is much better. Good change!

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  18. I have the need for speed!

    Hugs!
    Karen S.

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  19. I back up once per month, but the back up device just sits here next to my computer. With this I could protect them by putting them in a fire safe box so I would never lose a picture. Thanks for the chance to win!

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  20. I'd love to win the PKP4. I appreciate the speed! Good job!

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  21. Love your videos and I don't mind speeding through the smaller parts...we all know how to do the basics... I'm loving your layout and can't wait. I'd love to win it, too.

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  22. I would love to win this contest! I need the storage bad! Great video too!
    bringler@att.net

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  23. That photo back up would be perfect for anyone! I do store all my pictures on an external hard drive and would like to store them on my hubby's computer too. Just to make sure we don't lose them. But one more place to have them would be great. You can never be to cautious.
    As for your videos I find they are perfect! I love to watch them and see what you do. Thank you so much for all you do.

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  24. Fabulous layout!! And super tutorial too!

    Tracy Godfrey

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  25. Love the colors you chose for your LO and the elements too, TFS. I have followed you for a while and as I am more confortable with my Cricut I don't mind you speeding up the videos, I am greatful you take the time to make them!!! Would love yo win PK, thanks for the chance and for all you do and share!
    Have a wonderful day!
    Liz O.

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  26. Love that lay out & all the bright summer beach colors. That cartridge looks like its something I need to add to my collection.

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  27. Been enjoying your posts for quite a while, great stuff and like the new techy toy too!

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  28. Great layout. I like the waviness. I don't mind speeded up videos.

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  29. Thanks for the video...good refresher and info. Can't wait to get this cart!!

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  30. I would love to win the Picture Keeper 4. It sounds like a wonderful tool to have for all of my pictures. Also, regarding your videos I am glad you speed them up. Works great for me!

    Lucy from So Dak.

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  31. Love this cartridge! I don't mind speeding up the video. I "liked" Picture Keeper on Facebook. I don't have a back up of my photos. I have so many SD cards because I don't want to delete the pics. What if my computer crashes and I lose them all so I never delete the SD cards. The Picture Keeper would be perfect to store all my pictures. Would love to win this.

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  32. diantha@ PC
    Thank you for the video. I have a cricut and have been scared to play much with it. you just took my fears away. I'm going to have to get that cartridge.

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  33. Video was perfect! I love how this cartridge does all the thinking for you! I want it!
    Love the divine swirls on the waves! Nice touch!

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  34. love the video please do more thanks for reviewing this cartridge
    upnurse at aol dot com

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  35. Thank you for the video! I don't think you go too too fast. I think it is perfect! Also, thanks for the chance at winning the picture keeper!

    rissaflor atyahoo dotcom

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  36. Love the video (can't wait for this cartridge to come out) and I like it when you speed things up in just the right places. Thanks for the chance to win the Picture Keeper P4.

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  37. I love this idea as I always worry about losing pictures and you would never have to worry at all with this product. You come up with the best ideas and products, and I look forward to the emails and blog every week. Thank you very much, we all appreciate you very much.

    Patti from Michigan

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  38. I think speeding up is a fabulous idea. I don't really need to see each cut made.

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  39. Actually, my hubby bought me a drive (?) so I could backup things. My son showed me how.
    But I can't remember what to do with it. They also set up folders for my craft pics and family pics. They told me to separate them by month, I can't remember how to do that either. So they are all together in the same file.

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  40. I need to backup my photos more often than I do. We have an external hard drive that came with a scary warning about disconnecting a certain way or it will delete everything. TOO MUCH STRESS to use that device. I definitely would like to try out the Picture Keeper. And thank you Joy for warning us about emptying the trash first...who would have thought???

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  41. Oh yes, and I have LIKED Picture Keeper on FB. :)

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  42. I did like picture keeper on FB. I am very interested in picture keeper as a way to back up my pictures. Too many of the other devices are not user friendly, and assume that you know what you are doing! i would love to try this!!!

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  43. Love that layout Joy! The colors are so perfect for summer!
    Teresa

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  44. Ohh, and sorry, I LIKE it when you speed up the video through the parts that we don't need to see every second of!
    Teresa

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  45. I actually prefer having the video sped up, especially for things like cutting, gluing, etc.. Unless it's a new technique which requires more explanation of course.

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  46. I already have Artbooking and am so looking forward to sample layouts! Have your Dad still in my prayers, Joy. Marsha from New York

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  47. I love it when videos speed up and do things in fast motion, it gets too long if you have to watch every detail in normal speed.

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  48. i would love to win this but I really do like your post as well and I am really excited for this cartridge. Ruth at lake in Texas.

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  49. speeding up video is good for mundane things such as cutting, gluing, etc. Janet from Staten Island, NY

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  50. Would LOVE to win this! I Enjoy your Blog very much! Thanks!

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  51. cant wait to purchase the cartridge!! video speed is great. all your videos so easy to follow and informative. thanks for chance to win. Also thank you for the CTMH magazine you sent me. I cant wait to place orders.

    tina villalobos

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  52. Your videos are great and always so helpful. I have an Expression 2 which I am still learning the ins and outs of, but your videos help with the cartridges. Thanks so much. Speed was just right!

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  53. Keep speeding up the videos - it is easy to follow and I like that it doesn't come across that you are speaking to a kid by going slow. Love the giveaway and hope to win the Picture Keeper P4.

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  54. Wow this picture keeper sounds like something I truly need. I need to be more diligent about backing up my pictures that are on my phone and computer. Thanks so much for doing this wonderful giveaway.

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  56. That looks like an Awesome new Cricut cartridge!!! :) Beautiful page layout. The speed of the video was great, very helpful. The picture keeper sounds like a great tool!!!

    Chelsie Radig

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  57. Great Layout, can't wait to see more with this cartridge. I like that you sped up the video, it saves time for everyone, thanks for all the ideas too!

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  58. Love the layout and giveaway. Can't wait to get my hands on that cartridge. Thanks for all you do for us all.

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  59. Looks like this is goinv to be another great cartridge from CTMH! Love all that you do.






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  60. Looks like this is goinv to be another great cartridge from CTMH! Love all that you do.






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  61. Love the layouts and love the tutorials. I do not mind speeding up things it is just the fact that you are most gracious to video and post and show us how to's that I appreciate!

    Denise W

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  62. Love the paper on your layout, the layout is awesome. The video is perfect.
    linda
    lmkindell1@verizon.net

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  63. Not sticking down the overlay completly makes complete sense. Saves time and glue. Short cuts for those days we wish we had 26 hours instead of 24;)

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  64. Can't wait for the release of the new Artbooking cartridge. I am so anxious to get it. Love the layout too. Thinking seriously of being a consultant.

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  65. I have an external drive and it such a pain to load the pictures on it, my husband is a doll and does it for me, the picture keeper would be a 'great" gift for him as well as for me. I can't wait to get my hands on the Artboomking cartridge!

    Sandra from San Jose

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  66. Love this video, I definitely don't mind you speeding it up! Great LO, thanks for the reminders about setting the dial size & leaving it for all the pieces!

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  67. Speeding up the video was just fine with me. I love the layout! Thanks!!!

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  68. I love watching your videos. I am learning so much. I can't wait to order the Artbooking cartridge.

    Sandy from Baker City, OR

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  69. I am thinking of using the diaper on the Artisite cartridge for a baby shower invitation. My question is: using the insert for the diaper how would I cut the insert so the shower information is centered. I want to type the information using specific fonts that I might have on my Mac.

    Thank You!
    Louise Luna
    malo3126@sbcglobal.net

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  70. Love your layout! I am really liking the things I have seen from Artbooking. :)

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  71. Thank you! I am adding artbooking to my collection

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  72. Love all of your video's. They are so helpful. WOW could I use the Picture Keeper. Been scanning photos from 55 years ago and doing some restoring.

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  73. It would be a blast to have this artbooking cartridge

    Julie from Plainview

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