PLEASANT GROVE, UT – May 1, 2008 – Scrapbookers of all skill sets and interest levels can learn how to create heirloom quality scrapbook pages, quickly and easily with the help of the Reflections Scrapbook Program®, by Close To My Heart Founder & CEO, Jeanette R. Lynton.

A new take on a classic, Reflections features 100 one-page 12” x 12” layout patterns with detailed instructions, companion layout guides, and photo options. First introduced in 1996, Reflections remains relevant today with its creative fundamentals shown with colorful new artwork and a variety of tips for learning unique crafting techniques.

Showcasing 10 basic patterns with multiple variations, each pattern includes suggested companion pages to make a variety of unique two-page layout combinations. The patterns offer numerous ways to present photos. Scrapbookers can easily mix and match patterns and use the variety of helpful tips. Throughout the book, Lynton offers personal insights into why she scrapbooks and how this form of creative expression has enhanced her life.

Reflections is a powerful companion piece to Lynton’s other books, Cherish™ and Imagine™ and offers several unique features including:

• Beautiful color photography to inspire your artwork
  
• 100 simple-to-do page patterns
  
• Paper dimensions, step-by-step assembly instructions, and photo placement alternatives
  
• Companion layout suggestions
  
• Tips for learning unique art and crafting techniques
  
• Hard cover, spiral-bound book makes it an enduring volume

Lynton designed this how-to volume to help both novices and scrapbooking enthusiasts make the most of their memories, time, and creativity by using simple design concepts and easy-to-follow instructions, setting imaginations free to enjoy the process from start to finish.

Lynton is the founder and CEO of Close to my Heart, one of the largest direct selling scrapbook companies in the industry. She has spearheaded trends in the burgeoning scrapbooking industry, powered by the development of now-industry standard products such as Background and Texture paper in 1994 and the revolutionary My Acrylix® decorative stamp line launched in 2004. A recognized leader in today’s scrapbooking and stamping industry, Jeanette’s many contributions have made scrapbooking faster, simpler and easier.

“Reflections is the root of a scrapbooking journey that began decades ago when I was a teenager. These 10 basic but essential patterns work in a variety of combinations and rotations, with common-sense photo sizes, incorporating titles and journaling to tell your story with limitless possibility. These patterns stay true through time and trends and are designed in a simple to use format that makes it easy to celebrate life by preserving our most important memories,” Lynton said.

Close To My Heart is an industry leader in innovative scrapbooking and stamping products, including the My Acrylix line of clear stamps, My Reflections™ scrapbooking kits, and several top-selling how-to programs, including the newest scrapbook layout volume, Reflections, available now. Headquartered in Pleasant Grove, Utah, the company distributes its products at Home Gatherings through thousands of Independent Consultants across the U.S. and Canada. For more information about the Idea Book, ordering exclusive Close To My Heart products, or becoming a Consultant, visit www.closetomyheart.com.

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