In this post we are going to discuss a bit more about Tim Holtz for those who do not know who he is or what he does as we do get questions about this. We will also discuss his popularity,his sizzix dies,his stamps,inks,embossing folders and more!

Who is Tim Holtz?

Well, first of all, Tim Holtz is the amazing Creative Director for Ranger Industries, one of the leading manufacturers of innovative inks, paints, and embossing products. Tim plays an integral part in the development and design of cutting edge paper crafting products. Tim has teamed up with various key companies like Ranger, Advantus,Stampers Anonymous, Sizzix, Tonic Studios, and Core’dinations to bring unique products that work hand in hand with Ranger’s extensive lines. His creativity has no limits!

Why Is Tim Holtz so popular among scrapbookers and crafters? 

As a well known designer, Tim travels across the country and internationally to educate and introduce people to his world of ink techniques, project ideas, and so much more. His instructional videos are also a fun and informative way to learn many of his techniques as well.  His distressing techniques are enormously popular among scrapbookers and crafters around the globe! He really loves what he does and desires to inspire others creativity too!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Carrie, Tim Holtz, Tauna at Winter CHA 2012

Tim Holtz Stamps:

Tim Holtz and Stampers Anonymous teamed up to produce these fabulous stamp sets that coordinate with the Sizzix Eclips Stamp2Cut cartridges. These red rubber stamps come mounted on cling foam so you can use them with any acrylic block (not included). Great for using with Tim’s signature distressing inks! Each package contains one 8 1/2 x 7″ sheet of stamps on a 3-hole punched sheet for easy storage. Available in a variety of themes. Size and number of stamps per sheet varies by theme. Made in USA.

Tim Holtz Dies:

Tim Holtz has his line of dies in which he has teamed up with Sizzix. You will find Tim’s name on Bigz dies, Bigz XL, Decorative Strip, Movers and Shapers, and On the Edge dies.

Tim Holtz Embossing Folders:

Tim has created his own unique line of embossing folders Texture Fades and Texture Trades that give your project deep impressions.

Texture Fades

Texture fades are designed to have a distressed look to them and made by Sizzix. This was done by creating the folder with some areas less raised as others so the impressing would not go as deep, giving the image a faded or distressed look.

Texture Trades

Texture Trades also made by Sizzix were designed with ATC creators in mind. Therefore, these are smaller versions of embossing folders specifically for ATC’s.

Tim Holtz Inks & Markers

From Ranger and designed exclusively for Tim Holtz are the Distress Ink pads and Distress Markers . Tim Holtz Distress Inks are a collection of 36 acid-free, non-toxic, fade resistant, water-based dye inks. They are perfect for the new vintage, stained, aged effect crafters are creating in their altered books, scrapbook pages, cards and paper craft projects. Tim selected the colors and helped develop these inks to produce a realistic, weathered look on paper, photos and decorative fibers. All the colorful Distress Inks afford added versatility when photo tinting and color layering with the original, award winning tones. The 2 x 2″ pads are made with a higher raised felt for easier use with direct to paper techniques.

Tim Holtz Paper:

Tim’s artistic talents and taste are evident in his collections by Core’dinations and Idea-ology. He doesn’t stick with card stock or printed paper either! His line of Grungepaper and Grungeboard are unique.  What is Grungeboard? A compressed, flexible sheet of dingy material that is more pliable, inkable, sandable, paintable, embossable and grungable than similar surfaces. It is similar to the hand of leather. Use them to embellish scrapbook pages, cards and other art projects. Made of recycled materials. Grungepaper is a thinner form of Grungeboard with the same grungeable properties.

Tim Holtz Stamp2Cut Cartridges

These are actually Sizzix Eclips cartridges designed to go in the eclips but ALSO coordinate with his line of stamps from stampers anonymous.

Where can I find more information about Tim?

You can find out more about Tim by visiting his Blog HERE. You can also view our previous blogs on Tim Holtz products HERE and HERE.

Where can I buy Tim Holtz products?

You can purchase Tim Holtz products HERE at cutathome.com!

I hope this has encouraged you to learn more about Tim and his wonderful products and techniques! He can inspire and lift your creative mojo like no one else!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

 

 

Just the name of Heartfelt Creations Old English Garden Collection fills the mind with images of  morning sun breaking through to touch misty fields, bordered by ancient cracked walls. Afternoon tea in the garden, the fresh breeze filled with the sweet smells of surrounding flowers.

Okay, so maybe I will never be a romance novelist, and I admit that I have never physically set foot on English soil, but that is immediately what came to my mind when I saw this collection! I even stopped by the store yesterday and picked up some flowers for my table after hearing about this release!

There are 7 stamp sets and one exclusive coordinating  Spellbinders die in this set! See HERE

*Note- the die for this set is on back order until it arrives from the manufacturer sometime the week of May 14-21 .

The Heartfelt Creations Design Team have done an incredible job creating gorgeous project from this collection! I just have to show you! If you want the instructions for any of these projects, you can go HERE. Ready for some eye candy?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Well, there you have it! Are your creative wheels spinning now? This collection will work for just about any everyday occasion you can think of ! A big thank you to the designers at Heartfelt Creations for sharing their work using the Old English Garden Collection!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

 

Enjoy images of the western plains with Heartfelt Creations Western Elements Collection! This set includes 5 new stamp sets and one exclusive Spellbinders die. Create rustic cards and layouts using rail fence, an old wagon wheel, windmill and even a scenic homestead landscape!

Coming from pioneer heritage, I am stoked about this new collection! I love antique items and old milk cans throughout my home! I even have a small broken down windmill in my back yard that supports my honeysuckle vine.

Living in Utah my whole life, I have seen my share of long abandoned log homes and rail fences, so these stamps make me feel right at home!

Here are some examples using these new stamp sets. The first one is done my myself and the rest are from the fabulous designers at Heartfelt Creations! Thanks y’all for your great designs!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We’ve seen some great inspiration today, but the possibilities are endless!

Thanks & Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

It is time to get back to work! I have run out of fun things to show you from CHA , so I thought I better get busy creating my own projects with all the fun new stuff I have been getting! Last night I pulled out the My Mind’s Eye- Dolled Up 6×6 paper pad from the Miss Caroline collection and Hero Arts- Just Because Cling Stamp Set and Edge Frame Frame Cuts. I loved this paper, and I wanted as much of it to show behind the stamp as possible, so I made a larger 6×6 card! I just couldn’t bear to cut it down! Besides, this way I have more room to write wonderful things in the card!

I have to say that I am pretty pleased with the results (if I do say so myself). It was super easy and I have just the person in mind to send it to! You can’t really tell from the photo, but I stamped the image, cut it out with the Edge Frame Frame Cut in my Cuttlebug, then accented around the edge with Glossy Accents to highlight the framed edge. I also inked around the petals of the blossom. Pretty simple stuff here!

 

Project Recipe:

My Mind’s Eye Miss Caroline- Dolled Up 6×6 Paper Pad

AC012 Hero Arts Just Because stamp set

DI005 Hero Arts Edge Frame Frame Cuts

S5-086 Spellbinders Bitty Blossoms

Pop Up Dots

1/8″ Scor-Tape

Ribbon

Glossy Accents

Corner Punch

That is all there was to it, but I had a great time putting it together! There is nothing like a getting new products to help bring out the creative mojo! I just don’t know when to draw the line! (Heehee!)

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

If you have never had the opportunity to meet the team from Heartfelt Creations, I would like to tell you that you are missing out! They are some of the most gracious, thoughtful, sweet people I have been privileged to meet. It is no wonder that their stamps are so beautiful! The images on their stamps reflect the souls of the people that create them.  (Now you know my opinion) They are awesome!

As you will see in the photos, their designers are amazing! Me and Tauna were able to round up Richard and Emma Lou for a quick picture in their booth. Of course they were happy to oblige. I always look forward to seeing them at CHA!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I love making new friends and having fun while working at the same time! It doesn’t feel like work at all when you are meeting great new people! My motto- A stranger is a friend waiting to happen! (I don’t know where I got that from, but I love it!)

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

I don’t know about you, but I can talk about just about anything until it comes to something sentimental. Especially when it is a sober occasion. I am truly at a loss for words (which is saying something!). That’s when I rely heavily on sentiment stamps! I love all of the sentiment stamps from JustRite Stampers.

They have sentiments for every occasion! from Wedding Nested Sentiments and Verse to Sympathy Nested Sentiments and Verse. They even have Halloween Mini Sentiments! Those will come in handy pretty soon if you are planning Halloween parties. These are a must have for invitations, treat bags,  cupcake picks, drink straws and the list can go on, and on, and on….. you get the picture. They are very multipurpose!

Other sentiments from JustRite Stampers include All Occasions Nested Sentiments and Verse, Cherish the Memories Nested Sentiments and Verse, Friendship Nested Sentiments and Verse as well as Fall and Christmas sentiments.

Another great thing about these rubber stamp sentiments is they coordinate with a variety of Spellbinders dies that used with other JustRite Stampers images, create beautiful, unique, thoughtful messages to those who mean the most to you!

I can’t tell you how many times, using sentiments like these have saved me! Instead of stumbling for words, they say what I want to say without me uttering a word,  and all I have to do is give a hug along with the message! Perfect!

It is always good to have a variety of sentiments in your stash because you never know when you  might need to use one quick!

*You will want to make sure that you have the appropriate Stamper for each stamp set. Stampers are sold separately.

Here’s a peek at what we saw from JustRite Stampers at CHA!

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

 

I love when I receive goodies in the mail, don’t you? So you understand when I tell you that I was delighted to receive card samples from some of the talented designers at Sparkle N Sprinkle without knowing they were coming! I mean, one handmade card is fun, but 7 at once is way more than I get for my birthday! Wow!

All of the Sparkle N Sprinkle stamp sets that we carry have a sticky cushioned backing. All you have to do is place them on an acrylic block (sold separately) and stamp away! Sparkle N Sprinkle have partnered with Spellbinders dies and have been producing stamp sets to coordinate with many of the Spellbinders Nestabilities dies. They will continue to release new products in this vein.

I want to share them with you since I just can’t keep them for myself! I would like to thank Sparkle N Sprinkle designers Elenor Jenkins, Julie B. Warner, Donna Maligno, Shona Erlenborn and Judy Rozema for the beautiful cards! We appreciate all the work that you put into creating them!

Designer for both festive cards- Shona Erlenborn using Nesties Xmas Trees and Nesties Ornaments with coordinating Spellbinders dies 2010 Holiday Trees.

Designers Julie B. Warner and Elenor Jenkins created these beautiful cards using Thanks a Bunch, Happy Birthday and Blossoms stamp sets. Coordinating Spellibinders Dies for the Blossoms stamp set are Blossom Three and Nested Leaves.

 

Designers Judy Rozema and Donna Maligno used Ocean Treasures and By the Seashore. Spellbinders dies used by Judy are  Classic Ovals Large and Classic Scalloped Ovals Large.

Now you can see why I was so thrilled to open the mail that day! These are wonderful! Thank you Sparkle N Sprinkle!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

 

 

This post will be the concluding post for my virtual tour of CHA in Chicago. Today I want to show you some of the artwork displayed in the Heartfelt Creations Booth! As I have said many times before, their designers are truly amazing! We got to talk with Emma Lou, Richard, Sarah and Ben. They are so warm and fun to visit with! We really had an enjoyable time in their booth!

In the displays there are new releases as well as older items. Do you recognize any that you own or would like to own?

Some I recognized are Bella Rose Lattice Background, Bella Rose House, Tea with Bella, Bella Rose Vase, Bella Rose Vintage Background, all of these used with the coordinating Spellbinders exclusive Bella Rose die. Others I recognized are Flora Grande 1 and Flora Grande 2, and Magnificent Cardinal Rose to just name a few! There is also a display of the upcoming August release!

  

I hope that you have enjoyed what you have seen and that you are getting excited for all of the new products that you have had a glimpse of on our Blog! I have thoroughly enjoyed showing you! Enjoy your weekend!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

Okay ladies and gents, I finally had a chance to play with the new Heartfelt Creations Wedding Collection Stamp Sets! I just can’t get over the incredible detail that their artists put into them! They are so beautiful! These cling stamps are so easy to use with any acrylic block!

I am a bit behind in scrapbooking my daughter’s wedding, so I took the opportunity to use these gorgeous stamps to create a layout of her wedding day! I used Bella Rose Wedding, Wedding Sentiments and Bella Rose Heart. I cut the scalloped piece from the DCWV Linen Closet Paper Stack using my Sizzix Big Shot Pro Machine and the Bigz Pro Die Square Scallop.  The background piece is from DCWV Shimmer Paper Stack. To complete the ensemble, I used K & Company stickers, Want2Scrap Silver Baby Bling, heart rhinestones, paper doilies and a heart corner punch.

 

Now I can’t wait to use the other sets in the Wedding Collection! These really make fabulous embellishments for layouts as well as amazing bridal or wedding cards! Now is the perfect time to get yours, as summertime is the busiest time for weddings!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

 

Thank you all so much for your patience! Many of you have called or emailed with your concerns as to why you can not find us on the web! We apologize for your frustration and the inconvenience of not being able to shop or check on order status! Our server has  been down for several hours both yesterday and today until they could fix the problem!

We are hoping the problem has now been resolved so that you will be able to locate our site when needed! We consider ourselves very lucky to have such amazing and concerned customers! We want to give you the best service possible and we appreciate your patience and understanding when things like this happen!

Our Newsletter went out today with some awesome specials, so you will want to be sure to look at your emails!

We have 3  different DCWV 12 x 12 Paper Stacks from the last CHA that are on sale for $13.99 while supplies last!

All Petaloo Embellishments 40% off!

Basic Grey Embellishments 40% off while supplies last!

All Robin’s Nest Dew Drops 50% off while supplies last!’

New Heartfelt Creations Wedding Collection Rubber Stamps only $13.49!

All of this and more, so be sure to check out your email newsletter!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

The Heartfelt Creations Wedding Collection features 7 new PreCut Sets and a new exclusive Heartfelt Creations die, manufactured by Spellbinders. With this collection, you will achieve lovely cards for all the weddings you will be attending this summer.

You are not  limited to just wedding, you can create sweetheart, friend, and all occasion cards, especially with the new Vintage Lace die and stamp in this collection, the sky’s the limit! Can you just imagine wedding or prom layouts using these stamps? Incredible!

We are delighted that some of the images in this collection coordinate with the recently released Bella Rose Die, adding even more value to a die you might own already. Be sure to read the More Details on each set for information on coordinating Spellbinder dies!

Just in case you are wondering why you can’t find the above mentioned Vintage Lace die, (even though it is an exclusive for Heartfelt) it is not shown at this time because it is part of Spellbinders back orders!  As soon as it becomes available to us, we will put it on the website! That is a promise!

You will not be disappointed with these intricate, elegant stamp sets! They will be available to ship next week!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

It is crunch time to get you gifts done for Mother’s Day if you haven’t already! Here’s an idea for a card box if your mom likes cards, but needs a place to store them, or you can fill the box with pre-made cards for her to use when needed! Of course I used roses, because that is what mom’s like! Right?

The paper I used for my tin box  is the Rustic Paper Stack from DCWV ( It is an exclusive to JoAnn Stores), and the Shimmer Stack for the roses. To cut the roses I used QuicKutz Roses die. Easy! I cut it out with my Cuttlebug Machine then rolled them up and glued them in place with some Zip Dry Paper Glue!

I used Spellbinders Lacey Ovals to cut a copper frame from the Precious Metals Premium Craft Foils, then topped with Classic Ovals Small stamped with a saying from Just Rite Stampers The Greatest Joy Borders & Centers Set! I finished it off with flowers from Petaloo Canterbury Collection Rose & Berries Branch and some ribbon!

This was a lot of fun! It took me a minute to practice making the roses with some regular paper, but found that the thicker card stock made it easier! Just roll it up with your fingers and let go for it to take shape, then glue it where you want it!

Have fun making your Mother’s Day projects!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

 

Wow! Mother’s Day is right on our doorstep! Can you believe it? I can’t! I feel like we just barely had Easter…oh wait, we did! I don’t know about you, but I had better get crackin’ on a gift for Mom!

My mom is a scrapbooker, so she would like just about anything that has to do with scrapbooking! Why don’t you come shopping with me to see what I can find that would make great gifts for her special day!

She has tons of pictures to still put in albums as she has 10 children (I am the oldest) and 34 grandchildren, so I think I will start with the basics. Paper! She has 7 sons and lots of grandsons, so the All About Boys Paper Stack from DCWV or Alphabet Soup Boy from My Minds Eye are a great start for the boys! A Proper Gentleman 8×8 by Graphic 45 works well for all of her masculine photos.

For the feminine side, we will start with DCWV All About Girls Paper Stack,  Blossoms and Butterflies Paper Stack, Garden Party Paper Stack, or Pocket Full of Posies Paper Stack to name just a few!

She has a Cuttlebug, and loves die cutting! Let’s move over to the dies to see what we can find! Spellbinders dies are always a perfect gift! She and I have very similar taste, so I think I will go with a couple of my favorites! Labels Twenty, Lacey Circles, Lacey Squares, Lacey Ovals (okay, so I like lacey!), Floral Doily Accents and Floral Doily Motifs as well as the Parisian Accents and Parisian Motifs! Well, that is more than a couple, but maybe we can keep some of these in mind for her birthday or Christmas! I could shop forever in Spellbinders!

She would love Quickutz Anime Monkey to scrap some of her younger grandchildren! Or the Mixing Bowl and Spoon for those moments making cookies with the grandkids!

Heartfelt Creations, Just Rite Stampers and Sparkle N Sprinkle all have stamps that are fabulous to give her or buy for myself to make her card with! They all have stamps that coordinate with Spellbinders dies! Want2Scrap has Nestabling to go with!

Whew! This shopping trip could last a long time if we got into the nitty-gritty of adhesives, embossing folders, foils, flowers, etc.! I think I will let you shop for yourselves now! I have a pretty good idea of what I will end up with! Have fun!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

I love warm weather! Today is a nice warm day here at Cut@Home and we can see the spring flowers popping up through the ground! One of the things I love about the warm weather months is Flowers! The Daisy is one of my favorites because each one looks so happy! They are also hardy, which is good in our Utah clay!  Good thing for me that we have so many Daisies to choose from here at the store!

We have lots of Heartfelt Creation Daisy Stamps, such as Daisy Patch Background, Daisy Patch Bouquet, Daisy Patch Flowers, and Daisy Patch Swirls. Don’t forget the Daisy Patch Die to cut some out to give your flowers dimension! These sets are amazing! You can’t go wrong while designing with these!

There are also the Cameo Daisy Flowers 1 and Cameo Daisy Flowers 2 which coordinate with Spellbinders Blossom Die!

Spellbinders has some great Daisies to their credit! Daisy Heads are very popular as well as Daisy Border Small!

QuicKutz has introduced us to their new Blossoms set which has several different sizes of daisy shaped flowers!

Wow! I can almost smell them! And this is just skimming the top! We have dozens of flower shapes to choose from! What is your favorite?

Take a look in our Flower Theme! I think you will be pleasantly surprised at the selection you have to choose from! Have fun walking through our garden!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie