SCRAPBOOKING INNOVATOR RELEASES HIGHLY ANTICIPATED “HOW-TO” Cherish includes 50 two-page concepts, instructions and valuable tips and techniques

Remembering the details of even life’s greatest moments can be difficult, which is why scrapbooking innovator Jeannette R. Lynton has created her most anticipated “how-to” book. Named for the act of cherishing one’s life and memories, this book is a welcome addition to the scrapbooking market.

Designed for all levels of scrapbookers, Cherish is Lynton’s newest and most powerful book yet. Containing 50 simple to re-create two-page layouts, Cherish makes scrapbooking easier and faster by including step-by-step instructions, photo suggestions and cutting diagrams. Also included in the book is an index of tips and techniques illustrated by the layouts. Helping jump-start creativity are journaling ideas included with each layout. The hard cover, spiral-bound book makes it an enduring volume, ideal for inspiration and instruction.

Lynton designed the book to help scrapbookers preserve their memories by using simple concepts and easy-to-follow instructions. Cherish includes tips about choosing paper, journaling and title boxing, photo matting, and adding embellishments. While Lynton has provided 50 different layouts, there are unlimited layout options with the ability to rotate, swap or pair each page concept for endless combinations.

Since its December 2005 debut, response to Cherish has far surpassed performance expectations. Currently in its third printing, the books success can be attributed to the simplicity, uniqueness, and flexibility of the concepts, as well as the affordable price of $29.95.

A recognized leader in the scrapbooking and stamping industry, Lynton is well known for the variety of innovative products she has introduced. In 1984, Lynton started her first direct sales business selling decorative stamps. In 1990 she named the company D.O.T.S. (Dozens of Terrific Stamps). In 1996, she introduced an exclusive line of scrapbooking products and techniques under the name "Close To My Heart." In 2000, the stamping and scrapbooking lines were combined under the same name.

“My lifelong passion for scrapbooking and sharing my techniques culminated in the founding of Close To My Heart, a company that I am proud to say is a true leader in the scrapbooking industry,” Lynton said. “Cherish is designed in a simple to use format perfectly illustrating what I love most about scrapbooking: the opportunity it gives us to honor, remember, and strengthen the relationships we share.”

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 Cherish. 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 Cherish, ordering exclusive Close To My Heart products or becoming a Consultant, go to www.closetomyheart.com.