Gretchen E. Stumme at G. Eileen Studios

04/25/2026

Do you have a panel quilt that you would like to have thread painted? Let's talk about options.

03/01/2024

Sad News

This week is was announced that Close To My Heart will cease business operations as of June 30, 2024. It's tough news to take, but understandable. I would like to continue teaching classes, if you are still interested in taking them. I have plenty of supplies to keep us going for quite awhile and will find new sources.

If you are interested in stocking up on your favorite CTMH products, I suggest that you shop as soon as possible. Already, many have been doing a good bit of shopping and products are disappearing. I don't have any information about which products might be restocked or if there will be any kind of clearance sale. If you do choose to do some shopping, please be aware that traffic has been high and the sites have gone down a few times. If you have trouble, try back a little later. https://gstumme.closetomyheart.com/

The new March/April catalog launches in just a few hours and we have been told that the products will be available as with any other new catalog launch. The final day that my website will be live is April 30th. Thank you for all your support over the last 13 years.

Close To My Heart

08/18/2023

August SOTM Card Kit - Goodbye Isn't Forever
FREE; or $20 (includes US shipping)

Many months, I offer a free workshop when you purchase the stamp of the month (SOTM). Hopefully these cards will kick-start your creativity and give you ideas on how to use the stamps. You will received the cut paper, embellishments, and basic directions with photos on how to put the cards together. You will stamp your own images since you will have the stamp set! August's set is Goodbye Isn't Forever with beautiful nature images and sentiments for sympathy cards and other occasions.

The SOTM is only $5 with a $50 regularly priced purchase. You can also buy it for full price, $19.95 (+ shipping & tax). As always, you can place your order in my online shop, or contact me directly. https://gstumme.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/promotions/sotm.aspx

07/13/2023

Stamp of the Month - July 2023: The Bee’s Knees

This month you can purchase this beautiful stamp set valued at $19.95 for just $5. Qualify for this special pricing by placing an order of $50 or more in Close To My Heart products. https://gstumme.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/promotions/sotm.aspx

As an added bonus, if you purchase the SOTM from me, I will give a kit to make this summer décor piece for FREE!

07/04/2023

July SOTM Workshop Kit - The Bee's Knees
FREE; or $22 (includes US shipping)

Many months, I will offer a free workshop when you purchase the stamp of the month (SOTM). Hopefully these fun projects will kick-start your creativity and give you ideas on how to use the stamps. You will receive the cut paper, embellishments, and directions on how to put the project together. You will stamp your own images since you will have the stamp set!

The SOTM is only $5 with a $50 regularly priced purchase. You can also buy it for full price, $19.95 (+ shipping & tax). As always, you can place your order in my online shop, or contact me directly. https://gstumme.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/promotions/sotm.aspx

If you would like to purchase the workshop kit without buying the SOTM, the cost is $22, which includes US shipping. You will receive the stamped images in your kit if you are not purchasing the stamp set.

Check out this month's promotions. These new kits are a great opportunity to spend $50 and get the SOTM for $5! https://gstumme.closetomyheart.com/

06/01/2023

June SOTM Card Kit - Botanical Shadows
FREE

Many months, I offer a free workshop when you purchase the stamp of the month (SOTM). Hopefully these fun cards will kick-start your creativity and give you ideas on how to use the stamps. You will received the cut paper, embellishments, and basic directions and photos on how to put the cards together. You will stamp your own images since you will have the stamp set! May's set is Botanical Shadows, with beautiful nature images.

This month's card kit will include sympathy/support sentiments. I will send you the stamped pieces. But you can easily change them out for other sentiments, if you prefer. The images are wonderful for any occasion!

The SOTM is only $5 with a $50 regularly priced purchase. You can also buy it for full price, $19.95 (+ shipping & tax). As always, you can place your order in my online shop, or contact me directly.

05/09/2023

FREE Little Stinkers Card Workshop Kit
May SOTM Workshop - Little Stinkers
FREE; or $20 (includes US shipping)

Many months, I will offer a free workshop when you purchase the stamp of the month (SOTM). Hopefully these fun cards will kick-start your creativity and give you ideas on how to use the stamps. You will received the cut paper, embellishments, and basic directions on how to put the cards together. You will stamp your own images since you will have the stamp set! May's set is Little Stinkers, an adorable bunch of skunks.

The SOTM is only $5 with a $50 regularly priced purchase. You can also buy it for full price, $19.95 (+ shipping & tax). As always, you can place your order in my online shop, or contact me directly. https://gstumme.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/promotions/sotm.aspx

If you would like to purchase the workshop kit without buying the SOTM, the cost is $20, which includes US shipping. You will receive the stamped images in your kit if you are not purchasing the stamp set.

04/20/2023

FREE Sweet Tweets Card Workshop Kit
April SOTM Workshop - Sweet Tweets
FREE; or $20 (includes US shipping)

Many months, I will offer a free workshop when you purchase the stamp of the month (SOTM). Hopefully these fun cards will kick-start your creativity and give you ideas on how to use the stamps. You will received the cut paper, embellishments, and basic directions on how to put the cards together. You will stamp your own images since you will have the stamp set! April's set, Sweet Tweets, is a great one. I liked it the first time I saw it, but love it even more now that I've had a chance to color these beautiful birds!

The SOTM is only $5 with a $50 regularly priced purchase. You can also buy it for full price, $19.95 (+ shipping & tax). As always, you can place your order in my online shop, or contact me directly. https://gstumme.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/promotions/sotm.aspx

If you would like to purchase the workshop kit without buying the SOTM, the cost is $20, which includes US shipping. You will receive the stamped images in your kit if you are not purchasing the stamp set.

If you have already purchased the April SOTM, you will receive one of these card kits.

Don't forget about Cardstock Carnival this month https://gstumme.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/promotions/2304-cardstock-carnival.aspx This sale is a great opportunity to spend $50 and get the SOTM for $5!

08/01/2021

Isabella Cards Workshop
Sunday, August 29th - 2:00 p.m.
$20 - Card Kit, includes shipping

Join me on a YouTube live stream and create six elegant cards perfect for a variety of occasions. We will be using a collection of beautifully printed Picture My Life cards which will make the creation of these cards quicker than you would think. Watch for free, or purchase a kit so you can work along. If you can't watch live, the video will be available for viewing after the live class. Contact me by Saturday, August 14th to register. https://youtu.be/ugcK_5FeDCg