Explore Beyond-Spellbinders Sneak Peak Day 6 has some especially exciting news! Today, Spellbinders is announcing one of the biggest launches in Spellbinders history! Spellbinders is pleased to bring you… Media Mixage™, a collection of products from bezels to blanks, matching die templates, metals, and more! Their new Media Mixage line makes it fun and easy to bring color, layers and dimension to products of all kinds! Explore Beyond to create jewelry, home decor, paper crafting, art journals, and fabric art!

They’re also announcing an exciting collaboration with renowned artist, jeweler, and  metalworker, Susan Lenart Kazmer! Susan brings added beauty and elegance to this new line with her own additions of bezels, blanks, and ephemera papers. Check out Susan’s amazing tutorial using the new Media Mixage line and Ice Resin.

And that’s not all! They’re also announcing the release of a brand new machine! The Artisan X-Plorer is a multi-purpose, high pressure, roller machine. Unlike the large format Grand Calibur machine, the Artisan X-Plorer is a small machine for more targeted pressure. This new machine cuts and embosses a wide range of materials. Our mixed media friends will appreciate this! In the video below, Stacey and our Education Director, Kim, share some of the amazing new features of the Artisan X-Plorer machine and our fantastic new Media Mixage line!

 

Susan has created this incredible necklace using Media Mixage, and the Artisan X-plorer. The product shown is part of that line! This is going to be a lot of fun create projects with!

 

MB1-005 Hearts One Hobnail Bezel:

Seth Apter is a well known mixed media artist and author and a new member of Spellbinders design team. He is sharing his unique projects using three new products, which I am positive you will enjoy!

S4-386 Cogs:

Approximate sizes:

1: 1/2″

2: 1″

3: 1 1/2″

4: 2 1/8″

5: 3″

6: 4″

MT1-005 Texture Plates Grate Works Three:

Approximate size: 3 3/8 x 3 3/8″

MM1-004 Aluminum Metal:

Amazing! Don’t you think? Delving into Mixed Media is going to be a blast with these latest innovations from Spellbinders! Once again, they have surpassed my wildest imaginations as to what they could impress us with!

Be sure to come back tomorrow for our final day of Spellbinders sneak peak!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

The Scor-Pal Project Book is a book including 80 pages spiral bounded that lays flat for easy reference while crafting or card making. Absolutely beautiful hand picked design projects will be shown in this book. The actual name of the book is called, “Score Fold Create Scor Pal Project Book” (click on link to order & read more). Crafters can now learn how to use the Scor-Pal Scoring tool and board with the ease of these tutorials that will show you how to assemble cards,boxes, and other paper crafts. Lovely hand made cards, gift boxes, and decorative ideas will also be included in the project book. These can be treasured up by family and friends for many years!!!

So what if you are new to paper crafting and don’t know what the Scor-Pal is? Or you have never HEARD of the art of scoring and folding paper? Well…. welcome aboard!!! This will be the “perfect” guide to get started.

Here is some more information though about scoring paper and folding. So it is much like origami except that you will use a board that has grooves in it where you will then use a tool to press down on your paper in those groove lines following a pattern to create creases or folds in certain positions. Once this is done you then can assemble with Scor-Tape to create your card or box!!! You can CLICK HERE to read more about the Scor-Pal OR if you are interested in the Scor-Buddy which is the mini portable version for only doing cards go HERE!

 

 

 

 

 

Here is a video also talking about this BOOK in case you would rather watch and listen!

Thanks for reading!

Cut@Home Management

We are busy, busy today getting ready for CHA next week, but I just HAVE to make sure you see the new Graphic 45 Bird Song Collection and Staples just available today for Pre-Order! Click HERE to view ALL of our Pre-Order items.

You will find oriental grace and beauty in this collection with lavish color, rich traditions and the tranquility of nature greet you when you open the paper pads which include 12 beautiful double sided papers (2 of each). This collection also includes exquisite Stamp Sets, Chipboard Tags and Stickers that will have you thinking you are in an Asian garden.

Shall we begin? Follow me into an enchanting array of paper bliss!

“Bird Song”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Joy Luck”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Good Fortune”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Pearls of Wisdom”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Tranquility”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Endless Spring”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Cherry Blossom”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Harmony”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Jasmine Dream”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Longevity”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Shanghai Girls”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Enlightenment”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chipboard Tags 1 & 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stickers and Alphabet Stickers

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stamps 1, 2 & 3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

And now it is my great pleasure to share Graphic 45 designer projects. I promise that you will be in awe of their exceptional work! Thank you Graphic 45 for sharing!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Incredible! I am amazed at these projects. Absolutely gorgeous!

Okay, now to move on. I also mentioned the new Graphic 45 Staples and I just know you are going to LOVE these! I am thrilled about them!

Antique Metal Door Pull

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ornate Metal Keys

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Matchbook Boxes  and Easel Albums

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ornate Metal Key Holes

   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ornate Metal Label Holders

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Whew! That is all for now.  I don’t know about you, but I can’t wait to get my hands on some of these! There is enough here to support all of your scrapbooking, card making and paper crafting ambitions!

I would LOVE to know what you think of the new Graphic 45 products! Please leave your comments.

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

Need gift ideas? I have an easy serving tray and coaster set using Spellbinders dies that I want to show you! June ALWAYS brings wedding bells and my refrigerator is currently sporting three June wedding invitations and 4 graduation announcements! YIKES! My wallet is definitely going to need a little help!

What is the saying…When the going gets tough, the tough get going? Well, since my wallet says it could use a little help  (let’s not forget Father’s Day in there too), I had better get going on some gift ideas!

I have always liked making gifts. For one thing, it is relaxing and fun or me, and for another, they are more personal,  they can’t be returned and the receiver will never know how much (or how little) I payed for their gift! Do I sound cheap? Well, since it is only the last day of May  and June hasn’t even started yet, I guess I better be kind of cheap, ’cause I don’t know how many more invites the mail is going to deliver in the next few weeks!

Okay, now on to my project! I picked up this serving tray and coasters on clearance at Hobby Lobby. They did not match AT ALL (the coasters were a bright lime green) , but I thought with a little help from a can of spray paint and some decorative paper, I could have a matching set in no time! You can watch the video for more details about how I put this all together.

Supplies:

Serving Tray

Coaster Set

E8-008 Spellbinders Edgeabilities Classic Edges Two

E8-010 Spellbinders Edgeabilities Classic Decorative Inserts Two

S4-116 Spellbinders Standard Circles Small Nestabilities

S5-081 Spellbinders Damask Motifs

4500482 Graphic 45 Kraft Reflections 12×12 Paper Pad

GC-001 Spellbinders Grand Calibur Machine

Rustoleum Spray Paint

Mod Podge

Foam brush

I hope this has given you some ideas for gifts! I’d love to hear about your ideas!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

 

 

I just have to share the adorable QuicKutz Treat Box with everyone! It is so fun and easy to use that it’s hard to imagine how I lived without it. Seriously, at first glance I thought of at least 5 different ways I could use this little gem. Lesson plans, party favors, games, thank you treats, ‘Welcome to the neighborhood’ treat, etc. The list goes on. Fortunately for me, my piano recital was coming up and I now had a cute and fun way to give a little something to all of my students and their families! If you all are like me and like to use just one cutting die for a project, then look no further, you really don’t need anything else but the box! This set includes seven dies to make a treat box-with handle, different styles of flowers, a leaf, and labels to personalize for any occasion!

Is that not fun?! I had a few parents comment on how cute the little box of treats was. At first I wasn’t sure if it would be big enough for the candy I purchased, but it dared to amaze me. I got more than a handful of treats in there with ease. How cute would this be as a party favor for a baby shower!? Kind of makes me want to throw one right now!

Products used:

DC0268 QuicKutz Treat Box

DC0262 QuicKutz Nesting Clovers (bottom box only)

Cardstock

With a box this cute, who wouldn’t want to see what’s inside. You can really get creative with these and I love that. My next project with these beauties is a game for my two year old (maybe even a Christmas countdown during the holiday season-how cute would that be)! I would love to know what you come up with or think of for this!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Stacy

Want the latest in paper crafting fashion? Well, Cuttlebug Embossing Folders are in and walking the crafting runway! We are keeping up with the latest trend in embossing folders and let me just say…. these are STYLIN’! See HERE for the most recent arrivals.

Provo Craft has a folder style for everyone! From A2, 5×7, borders, folders w/matching border and sets. Take your pick!

You also have your choice of theme. Wedding, Spring, Summer, Christmas, Big Top and much more!

These Embossing Folders can be used in the Cuttlebug, Big Shot, Big Shot Pro, Vagabond, Epic Six Tool, Evolution and Grand Calibur Machines.  Some machines may require adapter mats (sold separately) to accommodate embossing folders.

For more information on these and other embossing folders, see HERE. For some easy tips and Techniques with embossing folders click HERE.

Here are a couple card examples using new Cuttlebug Embossing Folders.

Products Used:

Thank You Card:

2001227 Cuttlebug African Batik (A2)

MS-003-00093 DCWV Serenity Mat Stack

MS-003-00094 DCWV Serenity Solid Cardstock Mat Stack

657911 Sizzix Framelits Die Set 5PK Tags, Fancy

657908 Sizzix Framelits Die Set 6PK Rectangles

CR-03710 JustRite Stampers Anchors Away

Sentiment Card:

2001270 Cuttlebug Nathanial’s Penwork (5×7)

FAB150 Teresa Collins 8×8 Linen Paper Pad from Fabrications Collection

MS-003-00094 DCWV Serenity Solid Cardstock Mat Stack

657911 Sizzix Framelits Die Set 5PK Tags, Fancy

CR-03710 JustRite Stampers Anchors Away

Brown ink pad from  Stampin’ Up

For this card I embossed the front of my card, then rubbed my ink pad right over the embossed area to bring out the design from the pattern paper. This folder has the matching border included. I did not do that for the embossed strip, but it is an option.  You could also use embossing powder and a heat tool for some added flair.

I hope you have enjoyed our blogs this month on embossing folders. They are such a great tool to create beautiful cards, scrapbook embellishments and other projects with ease! I’m sure you will agree that they enhance class and elegance to your particular style.

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

 

 

I am thrilled that so many of you followed our Spellbinders Blog Frenzy the past eight days! We saw some really fun things and I know that you have the wheels spinning with your own ideas of what you can do with the new dies! Today, I would like to get back to items we have available now and show you some Quickutz and Sizzix dies.

I belong to a scrapbook page exchange group which by chance, consists of family and extended family members. There are currently 10 of us that meet once every three months and exchange 2 page layouts. We design one idea 10 times and once the swap is over, we have 10 different layouts! It has been a lot of fun to do this. Not only do we get the pages, but we have gained relationships that are invaluable! I love these ladies!

I have my own guest designer today! My daughter- Stacy Anderson is in the group and I wanted to show you her layout for our upcoming exchange. She has animals on her mind since she wants to redo her children’s room in monkeys and bears. Her “It’s a Jungle” layout is adorable!

She used pattern paper with a leaf pattern on one page and plain cardstock on the other.  She used the Cricut Animal Kingdom cartridge for the animals and title. She put each animal on a Sizzix 656931- Decorative Strip Paper Rosette and used Quickutz DC0157- Nesting Scallop Squares for her photo mats. She topped it off with leaves from  Spellbinders S4-328 Foliage.

I loved these so much that I told her that I wanted mine early so I could put them on the Blog and show all of you! They are so cute! I can’t wait to put pictures of my grandson on them. My daughter affectionately calls him her “little monkey” since (according to her) he feels like he must be swinging from her ribs!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I love incorporating dies from different manufacturers on my projects. You really have no limitations!

This wraps up a busy week for our Blog! I wish you all a wonderfully creative weekend!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

Just in time for the New Year, Quickutz introduces their Countdown Collection which features everything you need for your party scene!

Not only are these dies great for bringing in the New Year, but for any party celebration. Complete with Party Hat, Streamers, Confetti, Drink Labels and more, you will not only have fun at your party, but you will have a blast creating these items in advance with your own unique twist! Everyone will want to know where you got all of the cute favors! They may all want to hire you to do their parties. Just don’t tell anyone how easy they were!

Don’t forget the Celebrate Alphabet to help you memorialize your festivities in your scrapbook!

 

Hint-If you have an over abundance of scrap paper, make cute confetti! Believe it or not, I used my scrap paper for all of this!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

I love anything small. Buttons, brads, eyelets, even 1/8″ ribbon gets used more with me than the thicker ribbon. I guess I have a more dainty eye. When I saw the Presto Punch templates from Spellbinders, they were right up my alley! They are little and so cute!

Most of these dies are under 2″ so they are perfect little embellishments for cards,mini albums and even layouts! They are just fun for just about any project that you can think of!

Just like other Spellbinders dies, these templates are designed for paper crafters. An automatic punching and embossing system, it eliminates the need for bulky, heavy, space consuming punches. Store more than 30 Punch Templates in the space of one standard scrapbook punch! That means that they are great for taking to crops! They will save SO much space in your tote.

There are a variety of different templates to choose from and even the beloved Labels! There are shapes for almost every season and two alphabets. What will Spellbinders come up with next?

Spellbinders has also informed us that other 2 x 2″ wafer thin dies are compatible with the Presto Punch Machine! Cool!

If you haven’t had a chance to check out these little babies, you should take a minute to see just how cute they really are!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

Okay, so all of us know someone who is hard to buy for. They may be picky, or they may be one of those people who love to shop and seems to have all of the “latest and greatest”.  No matter the reason, when you have someone you just can’t seem to think of a single thing to get them, that’s when the fabulous Gift Certificate comes in quite handy! They are especially great for the paper crafter because, only they know what they have in their stash (and even that is sometimes questionable) and what it is that they need for their upcoming projects!

These Gift Certificates are sold in $10.00 increments. Now that the holiday season is just around the corner, these would probably be perfect for someone on your shopping list. Another great thing about these is, you can order these right from the comfort of your own home or office!

Here’s how the Cut@Home Gift Certificates work!

If you have a CAH account follow these instructions:

Step 1: Login to your CAH account, then click on “Gift Certificates”.  Add item to your cart and proceed to checkout. (Be sure to check the quantity you want that come in intervals of $10.00. For instance, if you wanted to purchase a $30.00 gift certificate, you would choose “3″ as the quantity (3 x 10 = $30).  (Instructions are also included in your Order Confirmation Email)
Step 2: Once funds are captured, your gift certificate will be available immediately in your “Account” section on our site.
Step 3: Click on “Gift Certificates”, (which is located next to “order history & downloads”)
Step 4: Click on “Send as a Gift”, personalize & email it to the person you want to have it!

If you do NOT have an account with us you may still purchase a gift certificate.  Follow these instructions:

Step 1:  Add the item “Gift Certificate” to you cart and proceed to checkout. (Be sure to check the quantity you want that come in intervals of $10.00. For instance, if you wanted to purchase a $30.00 gift certificate, you would choose “3″ as the quantity (3 x 10 = $30).
Step 2: Once funds are captured, we will send you an email with whatever email address you used to checkout.
Step 3: Open the email and simply personalize & forward it to the person you want to have it! (NOTE: Be sure to check you SPAM folder if you feel you did not receive it)

I’m telling you, these are great to use all year long for those “hard to buy for” paper crafters!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

Can you feel the change in the air yet? Smell the coming of fall? The Canadian geese are flying north again over my house, yet another reminder that Autumn is nearly here. That is why I am so excited to spread the news that Lifestyle Crafts “Be Spooked, Be Stuffed” Release is out today!

Oh I love to put out my scarecrows and pumpkin displays even though the temps outside are still saying it is summer! There is just something crisp and fresh about fall and this release is just fantastic for planning those fall parties!

There are all kinds of fun dies in this release! Witches, bats, ghosts, spooky tree and even a cobweb border for your ghoulish Halloween activities in the “Be Spooked”.

Turkeys, boat, pilgrim hats and pumpkins to be grateful for in the “Be Stuffed”,  since they will help spruce up your table for the “Big Feast”!

Keep watching as this will be my focus for paper crafting projects to show you this week! Holiday is over, time to get back to work!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

 

Okay, so I have been given an assignment to add Sizzix Bigz XL dies to our website the last couple of days, which is kinda not good, since I am a scrapbooking junkie! (I know, it’s probably not smart for me to even be working here since I really need a support group for my hobby addiction!) Anyway, I am so excited about some of these dies! Sizzix, as always, has designed some super fun dies for paper crafting!

I just want to show you a couple of my favorites that I have run across so far!

My husband and I have been discussing a big diving trip as an incentive to reach some goals and I thought the Bigz ScoreBoards XL Bag Suitcase die would be a perfect project to make as a reminder of our goal! Of course, that is not the only thing you could use it for! It is so cute!

Another one I think is adorable is the Bigz ScoreBoards XL Bag Caddy. This would be such a fun gift for a friend or co-worker! You could fill it with a favorite treat and let them know how special they are to you!

If you are looking for a simple, but darling card, then there are several to choose from! The Bigz XL Card Floral Flourish die is simple to make but with a fancy flourish to give it a little more pizazz!

I have just skimmed the top with these! There are more coming in the next few days! Keep watching and maybe you can let us know what your favorites are!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

 

Heartfelt Creations artists are once again bringing us another outstanding collection which includes five gorgeous stamp sets with coordinating die! The Decorative Basket Collection is expected to start shipping next week! It is sure to be a favorite!

The stamps that are included in the Decorative Basket Collection are:

Decorative Basket

Woven Basket

Botanical Floral Basket

Basketweave Background

Belated Birthday Wishes

The exclusive Spellbinders die made just for Heartfelt Creations that coordinate with this stamps set is the HCD 714 Decorative Layered Basket Die.  It includes 3 dies.

Approximate Die Sizes:

1. Decor Basket: 3 1/2 x 2 3/4″
2. Layer Basket: 3 7/8 x 2 7/8″
3. Leaf Spray: 1 3/4 x 1 3/8″

I was inspired yesterday while reading Tim Holtz‘s Blog. He mentioned that one way he gets past a creative block is to organize! He finds stuff he forgot about and becomes inspired! Well, I decided that my space could use a bit of tidying up, and I found some little things I had forgot about that I  could use on my project for  today’s blog! I also used some of my brand new stuff that I have been dying to try!

I used the Decorative Layered Basket Die (available next week!) on my card below. I used the solid basket die to cut printed paper then used the decorative die to cut a marbled  card stock to layer. I did have to run the decorative die through my Cuttlebug Machine 2-3 times to make sure it cut through all the way as it is more intricate.

Other items used in this project were from Spellbinders and  Donna Salazar Creative Book Pages Two.  Paper from Teresa Collins World Traveler 6 x 6 paper pad. Flowers were made using the smallest flower and leaf from Heartfelt Creations Botanical Floral 2 then cutting with Spellbinders Rose Creations Die set. Other embellishments- mini brads, label from Making Memories, adhesive acrylic sentiment, sanding block for distressing embossed edges.

It was fun to go through and find stuff that was stashed away for a while! It felt like I had something new and it was already paid for! That’s always a good feeling!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

 

In preparation for the upcoming holidays, is the exquisitely designed Christmas Emporium Collection by Graphic 45! A nostalgic journey into Santa’s vintage workshop. Inspired by treasured childhood memories, memorabilia, and stories from generations past, this charming new collection will touch your heart and capture your imagination. Drawn from the classic Graphic 45 vintage color pallet, every enchanting page is saturated in a symphony of vibrant color. Twelve gorgeous double-sided papers in a 12×12 size and an 8×8 size, coordinating chipboard die-cuts, and Hampton Arts cling stamps contain everything you need to make this Christmas bright.

As with An ABC Primer and The Magic of Oz collections, the designers at Graphic 45 created stunning projects for an inviting vintage Christmas display in their booth at CHA! I felt like a kid in a department store  staring at all of the items decorated in Christmas Emporium paper! They really captured the magic and excitement of a vintage Christmas morning just like an old time department store window!

This collection consists of the following items:

Christmas Emporium 12 x 12

Christmas Emporium 8 x 8

Christmas Emporium 1 stamp set

Christmas Emporium 2 stamp set

Christmas Emporium 3 stamp set

Christmas Emporium Chipboard Tags 1

Christmas Emporium Chipboard Tags 2

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

I told you earlier that the Graphic 45 booth was one of my favorites. I also told you that you were going to love what products were coming! Well, I am pleased to introduce Graphic 45 An ABC Primer Collection! Incredibly beautiful, perfect for anything vintage or for school themes! It reminds us of simpler times.

This collection includes the following items:

An ABC Primer 12 x 12 Paper Pad

An ABC Primer 8 x 8 Paper Pad

An ABC Primer 1 stamp set

An ABC Primer 2 stamp set

An ABC Primer 3 stamp set

An ABC Primer Chipboard Tags 1

An ABC Primer Chipboard Tags 2

Here is a peak of some of the crations G-45 designers came up with using their beautiful artistry!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie