I have been having lots of fun prepping this month’s project kits. One of the optional add-ons with the kit this month is the Snowflakes Thin Cuts metal dies. I love the metal dies because they are a quick alternative to using the Cricut machine. I am thrilled that I have had so many orders for this month’s kit, however, it did take a bit longer to prep the kits for those who did not order the Thin Cuts die with their kit. (I always pre-cut the pieces when the dies are not ordered with the kits.)
I have had a few questions lately about which die cut machine I use. Of course I always use my Cricut Explore machine when using CTMH’s awesome Cricut cartridges, but when using our Thin Cuts, I like to use my Evolution machine made by We R Memory Keepers. (I also have an old Cuttlebug that I use from time to time as well. But I like to use the Evolution when cutting a lot at one time.) Here is a video with more info on the machine. You can purchase it online from most craft websites. I got mine from HSN when it first came out a few years ago.
The Evolution machine is also great for embossing with CTMH’s Embossing Folders. I hope that helps answer your questions. Now, I must get back to cutting the fun glitter snowflakes for this month’s kits. *Ü*
This is a very simple card that uses the sweet Embrace Life stamp set. I used the chalk popping technique to add color to the butterfly. First I stamped the butterfly on the card base using Versamark Ink. Then I added some chalk from CTMH’s Summer Chalks to the wet ink. The chalk sticks to…
Seasonal Expressions 2 Catalog is Here! Jam packed with lots of great new products and creative inspiration! The brand new Seasonal Expressions 2 catalog is here! It is jam packed with tons of fabulous new products and filled with lots of incredible artwork inspiration. You can get a free copy with your next online order. (It…
Today is the last day to order out of the Seasonal Expressions catalog. I thought I’d share one of the fun papers that is retiring tonight. It’s called Jack and is great for masculine, outdoor, and camping projects. It was perfect to scrapbook these old photos of my son. Aren’t the coordinating Compliments cute? I…
This month’s Creative Club project kit is a boxed set of 3″ x 3″ monogrammed gift cards and coordinating envelopes using the beautiful new Serenity Collection. We will be making (6) 3″ x 3″ monogrammed cards using the Serenity Scrapbooking stamp set and the Simple Serif Uppercase stamp set. This would make a great holiday gift for…
The holiday season is here. Help dress up your gifts this year with this month’s project kit. This month we will be making sweet gift tags with a coordinating small gift box. This month’s local class will be held on Thursday, December 17th at 7pm. (If you’d like to order a kit to be mailed…
I was laughing when I saw Kathi’s post today. She and I both created the same card at the same time. Yesterday when I had a couple of hours to myself, I made three cards. I posted the other two earlier, but hadn’t had a chance to take a picture of this one. This card…