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Close To My Heart Profile and Interview (3)

We have been learning about Close To My Heart, and how it could be the home-based scrapbooking business for you. We’ve already learned a little bit about their products and the cost of the kit, etc. Now it’s time to learn what’s in the kit, and what the companies requirements are. The final part of the interview: Nicole: What does the CTMH start up kit include? Theresa: Oh wow! Lots! It has lots of training and marketing stuff, several hostess packets and brochures, and the products it includes would make this kit retail at over $500! You get several My … Continue reading →

Close To My Heart Profile and Interview (2)

Nicole: Hi Theresa, I know that Close To My Heart has always been known for their stamps, but what other types of products does Close To My Heart offer to customers? Theresa: Our My Acrylix™ System is definitely our most popular product, you’re right about that. It’s how Jeanette got started in all this. I think our catalog is really unique and cool, because it serves as a huge idea book in addition to showcasing our products. Another cool thing we offer is that we have these really beautiful papers and we have ink and markers that completely match them. … Continue reading →

Close To My Heart Profile and Interview (1)

Close to My Heart has always been one of my favorite scrapbook related companies. I don’t know if it’s because it is one of the first experiences I ever had with rubber stamps and I bought dozens, or if it’s because I love everything they offer and I’m still buying dozens! The story of Close to My Heart and it’s beginnings is an interesting one, actually. The founder, Jeanette Lynton, started her first direct-sales decorative stamp business in 1984. This business venture eventually turned into the former company D.O.T.S. (Dozens of Terrific Stamps). This was when I was introduced to … Continue reading →