Bewitched Crafts with Tracy Miller

You've probably heard that inspiration is everywhere.  I don't know about everywhere, but I have certainly found it in unexpected places.  I've mentioned a few times that Gretchen Rubin's book Life I…

How much bookish enthusiasm can I fit in one episode?

I've been reading some interesting ideas about how our identity can help us stick with our habits.  I'm wondering if saying I am a card maker or I always send handmade holiday cards makes it easier f…

Ready to include some pop culture in your Book of Me?  Let's scrapbook the films that defined your generation and get your favorite quotes down too.

Join me for a look at how I plan to include my summer memories from road trips to beach days in my scrapbook through the lens of a five senses layout series.  I'm exploring how I experience classic s…

I have so many projects and products I want to play with that I decided to create a wish list.  The list varies from products I can't wait to try, special occasion cards, and all sorts of scraplifts.…

I know scrapbooks are a beautiful way to leave a legacy, but lately I've been thinking they are a beautiful reminder that I am living my values and that I can do hard things.  My scrapbooks hold the …

I'm adding a new column to our weekly newsletter all about crafty connections!  Let's share ideas and inspiration for all sorts of creative endeavors.  Get signed up and I'll send you a free card tut…

Pull up a chair and gather around the craft table friends.  I have been scrapbooking for many years, but Murphy's Law served up something new yesterday and I've just got to tell you about it.  I'm di…

With Close To My Heart closing, it's time to make some changes.  What can you expect as we move on to bigger and better things?  How about more inspiration, wider styles of products, product reviews …

Over the years I have shared bits and pieces about my best friend.  With our shared love of scrapbooking we've told many stories in our albums.  If you don't have a layout telling the story of how yo…

Have you ever wished you could create a pop of color on dark paper?  Fuse the best of a paint pen with a traditional Sharpie marker and you can!  I tested a set of 12 Sharpie Creative Markers and I'm…

Spring has me ramping up my energy and making big plans!  Join me as I create my monthly Big Three.  These adventures light me up and I love to create scrapbook pages showcasing all of the fun.  Grab…

Let's make the most of all things Spring!  We're talking garden flags, hot cross buns, and Peeps scented candles.  Plus, more on my crafty confession...I am addicted to rabbit stamps and crafting up …

In this episode I'm sharing ten things that are the bright spots in my days from bunny pattern papers to contemporary romance novels.  

One of the experiences I included on my 24 in 2024 list was to join my office's Toastmasters chapter and give my first speech.  I'm speaking in two days and I would love your feedback.  Email me at t…

Do you struggle to stamp the perfect sentiment inside your cards?  Is telling your story the hardest part of a scrapbook layout?  I've got some ideas to help you express yourself and convey your emot…

Can paper crafting boost your self esteem?  Consider a Book of Me with evidence of your accomplishments and documentation of all the things you love about yourself.  The next time your confidence tak…