Thank you Card-Pink/Black/Cream

I started with a 5 1/2 x 5 1/2 square card base in white and inked the edges black. I cut a 5 1/4 x 5 1/4 black square and a 5 x 5 pattern paper square and inked the edges of both first in silver then went over it with black, adhered them together and then onto the base. I cut another black square at 4 1/4 x 4 1/4 and a pattern paper square at 4 x 4 and adhered them together. I placed black pop dots on the back corners of the smaller set of squares and adhered it in the center of the larger set. I punched out two 2" tags from the larger pattern paper and adhered them together so the reverse polka dot side of the pattern paper was on the up side and the floral was on the underside. I put an eyelet thru the tag and attached two epoxy charms to it with scrapper's floss and added a jump ring. I threaded a sheer black ribbon under the small square (the pop dots make that possible) and tied a knot. I threaded one end of the ribbon thru the jump ring, tied a bow and trimmed the tails.

Pink Paper and Epoxy Charms: Making Memories
Cream Floral Paper: Lasting Impressions
Black Cardstock: American Crafts
Ribbon: Michael's

Explosion box

Explosion Box for Cricut Circle Blogiversary contest. The Cricut cuts include the title "family" and the tag on the lid, and the two butterflies inside. There are also 3 buttons-the "i" in family on the lid (doesn't show up well in the pic) and one each of the butterflies.

Fleur de Lis Card

This card was created for the Cricut Circle Blogiversary contest. I think the fleur de lis is great for guy cards (which are always a challenge in my opinion!).

Materials:
Black square card base
Cream/black pattern paper, Lasting Impressions
Orange and Black cardstock, Bazzill
Kraft cardstock
Buttons
Brown Baker's twine, Martha Stewart
Thanks So Much rub on, American Crafts
"A" charm, Making Memories (It's my initial LOL)
Brown and black inks for edges
Martha Stewart punch "Cornice
Sewing machine

Cricut Cuts:
Fleur de Lis and Banner, Art Philosophy

Adhere 5 x 5" patterned paper square to 5 1/2 x 5 1/2" square card base (card fold should be at the top). Use Cricut to cut the fleur de lis top layer at 2 3/4" and banner<1> at 3" and trim height to liking. Use "cornice" paper punch to punch along both sides of orange strip originally cut at 2 1/4" wide. Attach to lower portion of card and sew randomly back and forth multiple times. Use baker's twine to sew on buttons (using different thread patterns) and then wrap some around width of card multiple times and tie in a knot. Use a few extra strands grouped together to make a bow and attach initial charm (if desired). Stamp or place a rub-on sentiment in right lower corner. Finish inside as desired.

Birthday Card using Art Philosophy

Here is a card I created for my Mom's upcoming birthday using the exclusive Close To My Heart "Art Philosophy" Cricut cartridge. I used the postage stamp type square and dragonfly layer cuts. The top layers were all cut at 5". The blue (dragonfly), red(thin red frame under vellum) and printed yellow background (behind vellum and red frame) of the dragonfly layers are papers from the "Brunch" collection by Crate Paper. I also used a vellum layer under the top dragonfly cut which I embossed it with the "Birthday" A2 Cuttlebug folder. the kraft paper layer is cut a rectangle cut 1/4" larger then top layers all around. The sentiment stamp is from a CTMH stamp set that came with the Art Philosophy bundle and is in "Merlot" cat eye ink. The ribbon is from Michael's. i added pearls to define the wings and body a bit. The card base is a light yellow linen texture from Joann's. All of the edges were inked in either "Cocoa" or "Merlot" cat eye ink. The colors don't every photograph as pretty as they are unfortunately.

Bon Voyage Okie!!!

So Okie is leaving today for the first part of her journey to the Great Cricut Cruise! I am so excited for her!!! I know she has spent countless hours packing and re-packing (Razzi thinks Okie was crazy to fret so much...it's vacation!!). But, somehow Okie also found time to schedule posts while she is gone. So please be sure to check out her blog daily!

www.okieladybugsscrapnmore.blogspot.com

CHA Winter 2011-I need a Gala Invite!

I can't believe CHA is coming to California again already! Where did the time go?

Well, I will once again be attending and I am so excited. Can't wait to see what PC has to offer :-)

I need some help!!! I hear PC is hosting a Gala party (not a Round-Up) that I was lucky enough to be invited to last year. I would REALLY like to go again this year. Are there any of my followers out there who might have an extra invite?

Please let me know! I would really appreciate it!

WIN a Making Memories Slice PINK Apron!

***The winner is SHIMMYBEAN (aka Katherine!) Congrats!***

Please head over to the Cricut message board and leave a comment on this thread HERE for a chance to WIN a Making Memories Slice PINK Apron!

One comment per person. Comments will be taken until 9:00 PM Pacific Time on Saturday, February 13th.

Here is a pic of my apron. The winner will receive one folded and tied with Making Memories ribbon!

Cricut Carts and Martha Stewart Score Board FOR SALE

I have (1) Cars and (1) Tinkerbell cart BRAND NEW and in the SEALED Clamshell. I am asking $30 each including First Class postage. You are welcome to pay for Priority if you prefer.

**SOLD** I also have (1) Martha Stewart Score Board Brand New in the package. I am asking $16 plus shipping. Shipping will depend on where you live. In the U.S. it has been averaging $12. This isncludes the jumbo bubble mailer. The board is very large so shipping is not cheap.

I accept Paypal (GIFT only or you pay the fees). Please email me if interested,
amw1020@hotmail.com

Check out Cuttlebug Challenge Blog

Hello blog followers! I have a great blog I would like to share with you. Maggie has created an awesome blog called the Cuttlebug Challenge! Please take some time to head on over and visit and become a follower. Maggie has lots of information and lots of great guest designers with wonderful info to share. Cuttlebug Challenge (Maggie!) was invited back to CHA for the second year in a row to help demo the CB at the Provo Craft booth. This is an awesome honor. Thanks for checking out http://www.cuttlebugchallenge.blogspot.com/ See you there real soon!

I'm getting a Cricut CAKE! Thank you PC!

I was lucky enough to attend the Provo Craft Gala tonight after the CHA show. It was a great party!
They had an old fashioned cake walk. The grand prize winner gets to travel to PC with 4 friends for a personal demo of the Cake machine. The runner-up received a $500 gift card from Williams-Sonoma and a $500 Visa gift card. The third place winner received $250 on Circut.com!
But, everyone who attended turned out to be BIG winners. We all received a Cricut CAKE!!!
I'm beyond excited! I'm not sure how soon I will receive my machine, but I plan to try and figure out the Flip video recorder and post demos on my blog.
Jim, Provo Craft CEO, gave an awesome speech! There are big things coming for PC. He mentioned 3 new versions of the Expression.... THIS YEAR ALONE! (I'm so excited!)
There are so many great things coming for the Cuttlebug! The new folders are fantastic and offer so many new options. They take Nestabilities to the next level!!!

There was just so much to see and absorb. I really wish I didn't have to go to work tomorrow. I am suppose t attend CHA again on Tuesday wth my Boss, but our company interest is outside of the scrapbooking area so not sure I will get to go back there.

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Heading to CHA!!

I am heading to the trade show side of CHA (Craft and Hobby Association) tomorrow! This is the best opportunity to see all the new products the Scrapbooking world will have to offer us in 2010! I'm even more excited to be able to bring my friend Tina along!

I am MOST excited to visit the Provo Craft (Cricut!) booth. I can't wait to see the new Cake live and in person. I hear there are Chef's hats to wear as well! The new Cuttlebug folders have peaked my interest too.

I also plan to check out the new Cinch from We R Memory Keepers.

Of course, I will check out the Crate Paper booth and their upcoming lines. Crate Paper is my ALL TIME FAV!!!

I will post update and pics as soon as I can.

Ikea Bygel Bars for Punch Organization

Here is a pic of the Ikea Bygel Bars. They are awesome for storing punches. This is the smaller length of bar and each one cost only $1.99! This wall is behind the bedroom door. It is a great space to use, especially for this.

Christmas Tags

I have had so much fun making tags for gifts this year. I purchased the Very Merry Tags solutions cartridge for the Cricut machine and love it!

Here are a few examples of the tags I made. My son, Jake, has enjoyed helping also.

The Peppermint Candy tags are cut at 3.5 ". I used silver Stickles glitter glue to outline and make the center.

I also cut the light bulbs at 3.5". I used silver, red and green Stickles glitter glue to add some bling.

Masculine Thank You card

I made this card for my hubby and a group of guys to give to another guy. I wanted to keep it simple and masculine. I use the Cricut cart Wild Card cartridge to make the card, the word "thanks" and the frame around the cut-out. I used a slightly larger cut of the frame and folded it to make the gift card holder. I inked the edges all in black.