Make your own envelopes!

We've all struggled with finding the right size envelope to fit the amazing cards we make.  I came across this awesome tutorial to make that perfect envie for your card!  Click on image linked to tutorial.  Enjoy!

Thanks Scrapinator for sharing your awesome tutorial!

CHA 2011 - Videos

Here are a few videos of new products being released.  Enjoy!

Tim Holtz/Ranger

(Thanks Paperclipping!)

Fiskars

And one of my favorite paper lines...DCWV (Die Cuts With A View).  Check out the use of Immortal Love!  Incredible!  (Thanks Paperclipping for sharing!)

Prima metal products

CHA 2011 Graphic 45

Check out this video showing all the wonderful and fabulous Graphic 45 goodies!
Enjoy!

CHA 2011 Goodness

Thanks to Scrapbook, they have a collection of previews of many new goodness from many companies.  Click for a looksie!  You'll feel like a kid in a candy store...'which do I want???'
Enjoy!

Here is another peek at new goodies (Stampers Anonymous) through Ranger/Tim Holtz.  Here is a peek at the final preview for new yummy scrappy toys!

Just a taste...

 

Through Facebook, I've come across links for what's happening at CHA with: Cosmo Cricket and of course, Ranger/Tim Holtz.  Currently, they are sharing their 1st day of CHA.  Take a peek.

Cosmo Cricket - Social Club

Would like to try a new technique?

Head over to Hero Arts.  They not only have a wonderful library of stamps, but, they also have a 'learning center'.  Here you can view a technique and see the steps to achieve the end result.  Many have videos included!  Enjoy!

Looking for Cricut cartidges...for cheap??

I'm personally a big fan AND supporter of CricutMachine.  They have a fantastic deal on cartridges going on RIGHT NOW!  Starting as low as $13.95!  Most carts are $16.95.    I have always had good luck with them in terms of timely delivery.  Never a problem!
Have fun and happy shopping!

Tim Holtz, Ranger and Core'dinations...oh my!

Followed a link from Facebook to Tim Holtz' site for more CHA previews and came across this...  Click here to enter for a chance to win!  Good luck!

CHA Ranger peek...

Here's one of the many 'news' from Ranger/Tim Holtz... Distress Stains!  Check it out!

Prima CHA 2011 sneak peek...

While this isn't a complete sample of what is being released, it sure is a great tease as to what's coming!  Check out Prima to see all of their beautiful items!  Ps... only wholesalers can see entire new line!  I received my peek through Creative Soup!  Thanks Bree!

CHA 2011-W Sneak: KI Memories {Puffies}

KI Memories has released a sneak peek into Puffies!  Thanks to Two Peas for posting this (originally found this goody through Creative Soup!)!  Easy way to add dimension to your crafts!  Looks fun!

New Crate Paper!!

Thanks to Abbygail at Creative Soup, she sent a link to the Crate Paper blog showing their 4 new 2011 collections!  Below is just a taste!  Take a looksie!
 

CHA Cosmo Cricket Sneak Peek...

I found this link through Creative Soup... take a look at the new releases of Cosmo Cricket next month!  Can't wait!

SVG & MTC files

At Scrapbook, there is a post showing A LOT of the member's blogs.  I jumped over to Dana's blog to check out what she has to offer.  Great cuts!  She has svg and mtc files in her store.  A great spot to check out if you use Sure Cuts a Lot or Make the Cut software for your Cricut!  Enjoy!

Core'dinations- Core Impressions

Click HERE to enter to win!

A cupcake to hold your pins???

Through Creative Soup, one of the ladies, Sara, has created a cupcake to hold pins for sewing, scrappiness or whatever!  Check out her blog for a tutorial!  This is a wonderful & very simple project or gift!  Now off to empty some detergent bottles!  Enjoy!

Thanks to Sara and her blog!

Organizationally challenged?

I found this Crafty Storage blog through Scrapbook.  There are sooo many examples of different ways to organize your goodies!  Browse around and maybe you too can find a solution you've been searching for!  Good luck!

Sketchy sites!!

Check out Sketch Support...there are some wonderful sketches to be had!  Here's another site I found through Creative Soup... Sassy Lil' Sketches.  Have fun!

New forum...

I have to admit that I am in LOVE with Creative Soup!  I stumbled across them and signed up in December.  Jessica Bree has launched the site with wonderful daily challenges and tutorials through her creative team.  The group is a wonderfully chatty crowd!  Check it out and see what kinds of fun are coming your way!

A different kind of creative project

I can't remember how I came across this site, but I've kept it open so I can remind myself to start this fun project!  Interested in creating art within a picture frame?  Check out the Embellished Paper Doily Tutorial!  Christine has created a wonderful project for us all!  Enjoy and have fun!

Looking for a template?

Check out Mirkwood Designs!  I found the link while browsing the forum on Creative Soup.  There are some great templates for different kinds of cards, boxes, ATC (& envelope!), other paper crafty fun.  Take a look!  Have fun!

Completed January Cards for swap!

Follow this link to my Cards section to view them!  TFL!!!  Have a wonderful day!