Cuttlebug Blog

LOOK what I found !!! Cuttlebug Mats 50% OFF THE BIG ONES...

2011-02-19T10:23:00.000-08:00

I was checking out all the Scrapbook deal of the days and found the 13" cuttlebug cutting mats at half off WOOHOO !

Happy Birthday Sabrina!!

2010-08-13T06:39:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday to you!
Happy Birthday to you!
Happy Birthday dear Sabrina!
Happy Birthday to you!!

Sabrina..I hope today is filled with fun and laughter! I hope your birthday is as special as you are!!
Thanks for being a great leader at the Cuttlebug Blog!!

Good Morning Crafty Friends!!

2010-08-09T04:46:00.000-07:00

Can you believe August is here already?? July flew by for me!
Today, I bring inspiration from our talented design team member Suzann...
Her first card is for the Challenge:
Here is a 4x4 card~ receipe: Seeing Spots cuttlebug embossing folder,
Bo Bunny pattern paper, stickers and ribbon, and pop up dots.
You can't tell by the picture but i used pop dots on the sticker in the center to create
a 3D effect.
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She also created this cute card:
I have been wanting to emboss on pattern paper
and I love how it turned out!
Reciepe: Paisley cuttlebug embossing folder,
Bo Bunny pattern paper, and stickers, Prima flowers, and
ATB paper tagger.

My card (above) was created by a template I found in a magazine.

I hope you enjoy the cards!!

Question...if you could have a dream vacation? What would it be?? I am not sure..LOL! I think for me, it would be either going to Italy or maybe just Hawaii..
Leave a comment!! Let me know your dream vacation!

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It's August...That means a new Challenge!!

2010-08-02T05:23:00.001-07:00

Happy Monday!! Happy August! I hope you all are having a wonderful summer so far! Has anyone taken a vacation anywhere? If so,where did you go? My family went to the Outer Banks in North Carolina! For us, there is nothing like sitting on the beach watching the waves go by! Of course, we also do some fun things while we are there! One of our favorite things is to rent a jeep and head out to the 4x4 beach and see the wild horses!

So the theme of the month is "Splish Splash Summer Vacation Spot--Where did you spend your vacation?" Create a project based off where you went on vacation this year!
The talented Design Team Ladies created some great projects to kick off our theme!

Donna created this great card:

RECIPE: Cuttlebug Embossing folder= Seeing Spots/ cardstock= Coredinations/ patterned paper= Bo Bunny( Mango Luau Dot)/ cardstock sticker= Bo Bunny( Mango Luau)/ Dot ribbon= Bo Bunny( Olive)/ paper leaves= Bazzill

TECHNIQUE: Emboss with Cuttlebug machine and folder, then sand for effect. The green paper was sanded...the orange flower was not.

Micky created this single page layout:

Base - 12x12 OLIVE core'dinations cardstock, edges distressed
2- 5 x5 squares bazzill cardstock --Embossed with Cuttlebug- Seeing spots embossing folder
2 - 6x6 squares cut from Bobunny Luau slang
2- triangular pieces folded over - cut from Bobunny Luau Babe
Other embellishments include a cardstock sticker from Bobuny that reads "relax", Bazzil leaves, Bobunny Olive double dot Ribbon

and my card:

I used the following:
Mango luau cut outs
coredinations paper
seeing spots cuttlebug folder
bazzill paper leaves
rik rak green ribbon
white flower
brads
Hope you like it!! For more detailed information, please check out my personal blog at http://www.scrapthiscraftthat.blogspot.com

Juy's winner will be posted soon. As you all probably read Sabrina's post so when she is back, I am sure she will post the winner :) and also post about the challenge prize for August as well!

But until then, play along with our challenge!

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WINNER OF SUMMER FUN!!

2010-07-30T05:04:00.000-07:00

Congrats to Crystal!! Random.org picked 1!!
Crystal aka Caitlynsmommy said...
I love Summer nights, when it is cooler and we can sit out back eating popsicles, watching fireflies and relaxing with one another.

July 27, 2010 4:43 AM

Crystal...Congrats!! Please send me your mailing addy and I will give it to Crazy Scraps!!

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News update

2010-07-28T10:21:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone! How is your summer so far? Has it been hot where you are? I know I promised that I would be here even though I was going on vacation, but on the 4th of July a tragic accident encompassed my family. My mom was in an accident with severe head injuries and later passed away from them. My mom would have been 49 on the 17th of July. She was my best friend and I will miss her immensely.

I want to take this moment to thank Lynne for jumping right in and taking over for me to keep you all company while I was away. She has done an awesome job and I will think of something great to repay her! I think you all could help by giving her a shout out "thank you" message. Although I am not home yet, I plan to be soon and taking over my responsibilities. However, Lynne will still be here to keep you all company until I can return home. And I hope that she will be willing to continue to post for us regularly in the future...

Thank you all for being here and playing with us. And thank you for your understanding during this difficult time.

Sincerely

Summer Fun!!

2010-07-27T04:28:00.000-07:00

Happy Tuesday to all our Cuttlebug Friends!! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! Although the weather was extremely hot this past weekend (we were over 100 degrees with the heat index I guess), my family enjoyed some time outside! To me, the best part about summer is spending time with my kids! So for today's giveaway---what is your favorite thing about summer??

I will leave this contest open through Thursday and the winner will be announced Friday!

What will you win??

Also, don't forget there are a few more days left to enter the monthly challenge!! And be on the look out for some fun things to happen over at Crazy Scraps! It would be great if you would like to follow the blog over there! That will be the best way to hear all about the fun and exciting things getting ready to happen over there! Every day will be filled with something fun!! Check it out at http://crazyscraps-scrapbook.blogspot.com/

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And the WINNER is....

2010-07-25T05:51:00.000-07:00

Random.org picked number 5!!

Maureen Reiss said...
Thanks for the chance to win!! I have been wanting this one for awhile. My favorite flower is a calla lilly, I love how strong their stem is. It was my wedding flower.

July 21, 2010 3:50 PM

Maureen, I will email you for you mailing addy!!

Thanks everyone for playing along! Don't worry...I am sure we will be having another giveaway soon!!

Don't forget..play along with our monthly challenge! There is still time!! And if you are interested in applying for a DT opening with our wonderful sponsor, www.crazyscraps.com go to their site and click on the blog--

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Who is READY TO WIN SOME GOODIES!!

2010-07-21T14:02:00.000-07:00

Happy Wednesday everyone!! It has been awhile since we have given anything away so we wanted to fix that!! LOL!
What can you win?? How about one of these? A cuttlebug build a flower die set!!

How can you win??? So easy...tell me what is your favorite flower? For me, it is a peach rose! I just love the smell of roses and love the color of the peach rose..

Winner will be randomly picked and announced on July 24th!! Please leave your email in your post or a way to get in touch with you so if you win I can contact you!

If you haven't done so already..please play along with our monthly challenge! The theme is Stars and Stripes and use some bling! There is still time to enter!!

Also, our wonderful sponsor, http://www.blogger.com/www.crazyscraps.com
is still looking for DT members..so if you entered and haven't heard don't worry..it will be a little longer..but you haven't entered yet..please forward us the necessary information!
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Hello Fellow Crafters!!

2010-07-18T04:00:00.000-07:00

It's Lynne again here to bring you some super awesome DT projects!!
This layout is made by Micky...this is her companion page to her other layout. She used all the same products...mostly given to us from our wonderful sponsor, Crazy Scraps.

Another great project is from Suzann!

Receipe: Cuttlebug star embossing folder,
doodlebug paper, velvet and brads,
bazzill in stitches swirl template,
mambi clear bling, coordinations red cardstock,
and ek success scallop punch

The last bit of inspiration for the day comes from me!

I had so much fun making this card!
I took a tag shaped card and used the following:
Stand and Salute Cart for hat
Learning Curve for USA
Swiss Dots on USA
Tiny Bubbles on the stars
Threading Water punch
Doodlebug patterned paper
Plain cardstock
stickles
to read more detailed info, please check out my personal blog at: www.scrapthiscraftthat.blogspot.com

Wanna play along with our challenge?? All you have to do is make a project (card, layout, whatever you want as long as it is the theme of the month related) then link to us (click current challenge button, it will take you there)!! Then wait to see if your name is randomly chosen! So Easy! Can't wait to see what you create! This is the July giveaway! Great stuff!! Thanks Crazy Scraps for sponsoring! http://www.crazyscraps.com Check them out!! They offer great products at even better prices!

Until next time,

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Some more Stars and Stripes Inspiration for You!

2010-07-12T04:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Crafty Cuttlebug Friends! Lynne here--I hope you had a wonderful 4th of July...enjoying some picnics and maybe some fireworks!! Did you do anything crafty?? I sure hope so!

Today I want to share with you a couple photos of a card that our talented DT member, Donna, made!
RECIPE: Cuttlebug Embossing Folder=Allegro/ Cuttlebug Die 2x2= Circle Frames/ patterned paper= Doodlebug ( Sew American Stripe & Yankee Doodles)/ velvet paper= Doodlebug ( Crushed Velvet Blue Jean)/ red brads= Doodlebug ( Lady Bug).
TECHNIQUE: I ran the red cardstock through my Cuttlebug using the Allegro folder, then sanded the paper. I used the same red paper to cut the circles using the Circle Frames Die. I cut the stars out of the velvet paper by hand and layered them with smaller stars, circles and brads.

Don't forget to upload your Stars and Stripes-Use some Bling projects!! One lucky person will win a great goodie package donated by our wonderful sponser, http://www.crazyscraps.com

Also, Crazy Scraps is holding a DT call!! Go to their blog to check it out!!
Until next time.....

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4th of July Inspiration

2010-07-05T09:04:00.000-07:00

Good Monday morning everyone! How was your 4th of July? Did you see some awesome fireworks? I can't wait to see all your pictures! Its weekly inspiration day and boy the Design Team just keeps blowing my mind!

Lynne

For this card, I used: Stars cuttlebug folder, Swirls cuttlebug folder, Yellow Stickles (my "bling"), A Child's Year Cartridge. For more information, check out my personal blog at http://www.scrapthiscraftthat.blogspot.com/

Don't forget to play along with us this month!

Suzann

Recipe: Cuttlebug star embossing folder, doodlebug paper, velvet and brads, bazzill in stitches swirl template, mambi clear bling, coordinations red cardstock, and ek success scallop punch.

Have a good day everyone! Scrap Crazy!

Challenge #6 4th of July

2010-07-01T08:15:00.000-07:00

Good Morning Cuttlebug'ers! Summer is in full swing and everyone is busy vacationing, and spending time with family. I myself will be going on a much needed vacation July 10th for a whole month! I am sooooo excited! But... have no fear... I will still be here! I could never leave all my friends for a whole month! *giggle*

Its America's favorite holiday month and our Design Team has cooked up some amazing 4th of July ideas for you all! This month we are showcasing Doodlebug products for you. I love Doodlebug they have great choices for all your scrapbooking needs!

Sabrina

I chose to be festive this month and add a little red white and blue to my living room! Since this months challenge will be to use Starz and Stripes and BLING I added some glitter to my project!

I used D'vine Swirls, and Forest Branches embossing folders on my project! For a full recipe visit my Cricut blog!

Lynne

July's challenge is to use some BLING! We rec'd this wonderful package from Crazy Scraps to use this month! I added some heat embossing on some of the circles and on my plain doodlebug mini brads to make them shine some!

I used the following:

Paper: Crushed Velvet Blue Jean Doodlebug, Sew American Stripe by Doodlebug, white cardstock, red cardstock, glitter cardstock

Cuttlebug Die 2x2 - Circle frames, Red Mini Brads by Doodlebug, some rhinestones, ribbon.

I used my Storybook cart for the marquee--sew american paper cut at 11 1/2 inches and the white was cut at 8 inches. FUN was cut with the Mickey Font at 2 inches...Check out my blog for more info on the project: http://www.scrapthiscraftthat.blogspot.com/ Thanks!!!

Donna

RECIPE: Cuttlebug embossing folder= Herringbone/ Cuttlebug die 2x2= Circle Frames/ patterned paper= Doodlebug ( Sew American Stripes)/ velvet paper= Doodlebug ( Crushed Velvet Blue Jean/ red brads= Doodlebug ( Lady Bug).

TECHNIQUE: I cut out the letters from red cardstock and ran them through my Cuttlebug using the Herringbone folder. I cut the circles from tan embossed cardstock using the Circle Frames die and my Cuttlebug, then glued them together graduating sizes and dangled them from between the the banner triangles.

Suzann

Every year for 4th of July we have a breakfast, parade, then scrapping the rest of the day get together!

I can't wait to add picture to this layout. I will the picture showed off the circles a little better. Within each circle is an embossed star and a red brad. I ran my distressing block over the velvet and it looks great!

Recipe: Star Cuttlebug embossing folder and cuttlebug circle frames dies, Doodlebug pattern and Velvet paper, and red brads, Tim Holtz grungeboard, making memories red wagon and glitter paints, stampin up brilliant blue ink, and CTMH alphabet stamps.

Michelle

Ingredients: Doodledesign products, Crushed velvet cardstock, Stars and stripes patterned paper, Ladybug brads (red), Stars cut from Quickutz die, Circles and Frames from Cuttlebug Die. Other accents, warm red chalk, organza wired ribbon, and Clear stamps -Freedom stamp, and crystal jewels.

Some wonderful projects there ladies! Thank you for Inspiring us all!

Onto our challenge... How do you celebrate your 4th of July? Our theme for this month is Starz and Stripez! We want to see your BLING! Something shiny, glitter, jewels whatever your bling may be! So drum up your Starz and Stripez and bling and enter to win this:

1- Doodlebug 12x12 paper - Sew American Stripe

1- Doodlebug 12x12 paper - Yankee Doodles

1- Doodlebug 12x12 paper - Stars and Stripes

1- Doodlebug 12x12 paper - Crushed Velvet Blue Jean

1- Cuttlebug embossing folder - Decorative Stars

1- pkg Doodlebug Sugar Coated brads - Primary assortment- 50 per pack

This prize is guaranteed to help you in scrapping your 4th of July celebrations! Any of these items may be purchased at CrazyScraps!

On a side note I am changing the dates a little for the challenge. I will be ending the challenge on the 30th and posting a winner on the 31st of the month.

Winner Winner Winner!

2010-07-01T07:42:00.000-07:00

To my amazement I woke up this morning to double the entries for our challenge #5! Thats awesome! Here is Mr. Randomers #:

Kristen R its you girl! I just love that tractor too! Congrats! Email me with your addy to recieve your prize!

Be sure to stop over on the blinkies/buttons page and grab your winner button for your blog!

Reminder

2010-06-30T15:09:00.000-07:00

Myspace hello Graphics Just wanted to drop by and say HI to everyone and remind you that there is only 17 hours left to enter to win this: Fathers Day Challenge #5

1- Cricut Cartridge of your choice. (limited to cartridges in stock @ Crazyscraps)
1- Cuttlebug embossing folder- Herringbone.
2- Bo Bunny (double sided) Paper from the "Roughin it" line
1- embelishments from Bo Bunny "Roughin it" line

Have a great day everyone! See ya'll in the morning! Scrap Crazy!

Weekly Inspirations

2010-06-28T09:00:00.000-07:00

Good Monday Morning Everyone! Hope your weekend was filled with fun and good weather. The weather here is starting to be very nice. Which I am sooooo thankful for! Well, mostly anyway... I have to pull weeds out of the garden *eewww* I hate that job! :) It's nice to get the veggies tho! Any of you have gardens? What do you plant? Do you do home canning? This year will be my very first home canning experience... DH and I canned some asparagus a couple months ago... we will see how that turns out! Wanna see a pic? It looks beautiful!

MmMmMm... looks yummy...

I will let ya'll know if it is yummy! *giggle*

So, today is Inspiration day... and since the DT is on summer vacations around the globe I thought I would share some beautiful pics with you!

There is a gal on facebook, tho I cannot find her name, that takes the most AMAZING photos. I cruze through her gallery and just get so much inspiration and peace that I wanted to share some with you all!

The Facebook page is PunkinShine Productions. I wonder what these make you all feel? Sunsets and waterfalls are my ultimate joy!

The name of this pic...."unseen view"

Don't you wish you were sitting on that bench right now? Peaceful.

This one is called "footprints"

Look at all the contrast in this picture. From almost white in the sand to the green in the ocean, and darkest blue in the sky. Amazing.

This one is called "madison's fall"

This picture is full of wonder for me. I wonder what made her capture this image? I wonder what the building in the reflection actually looks like? I wonder what it would be like to try to scrap a mirrored image?

I wonder?

So... What do you all think or feel? Do you have inspiration to scrap? A favorite memory or a long lost pic that you have just happened upon? Maybe you'll dig out some old photos from your favorite place? Who knows... as for me... I am going into my flower garden and enjoying the peace and quite for a little while!

Thank you PunkinShine Productions for bringing these beautiful images to our eyes. If you all like these... you should head over and check out all the pictures she has posted!

Well thats it for me today everyone! Have a great day and don't forget.... Scrap Crazy!

Karen Foster Scrapbook Kit Winner!

2010-06-25T08:01:00.000-07:00

Good Friday morning Cuttlebug'ers!

Who loves Karen Foster Supplies? I know I do... they have a great selection for whatever your project needs!

Today is drawing day for the Freaky Friday Frenzy game. Wow... what great lists we had entered... and to my surprise - not alot of duplicate answers! Thats AWESOME!

dDdDDDdDRRrrrUuUUuMmMmMMM RrRoOoLlLllLL Please...... This is the list that won:

That was fun ---

1. Fondant and Gum Paste (wiltons)
2. Forever Young Cricut Cartridge
3. Winter Fun Snowmen Digital Scrapbooking
4. Karen Foster Scrapbook Kit 12xd12 Sea to Sea
5. Basic Grey Fibers
6. Prima Flowers Loveables Frilly
7. Foam Square Combo Pack
8. Fiskars Handpunch Rectangular ¼”
9. EK Success Fastenator
10. Flower Soft Ultra Fine Strawberry

Pammie~K your the lucky winner! Congrats! I hope you enjoy your Karen Foster Scrapbook kit. Should be a fun one for summer!

Email me with your addy so we can get that shipped out asap!

Thanx everyone who played along. Have a great Friday and as always Scrap Crazy!

NOTES:
Our June Challenge is still waiting for your projects arrival. You only have 6 days left to enter to win this:

Your choice Cricut cartridge, Bo Bunny paper and Brads, Herringbone embossing folder.

Don't miss out on trying to win that cricut cartridge you've been saving up for... this could be your chance to have it!

Also right now at the CrazyScraps Facebook page there is a giveaway going on (drawing tommorrow so hurry)... hop over and become a follower... leave a comment under the giveaway button!

Still looking for DT members over at the CrazyScraps Blog! If you love to scrap and have lots of time on your hands... this may be the perfect opportunity for you... don't wait!

Last... but surely not least... we still need 32 more Cuttlebug'ers to do that 6 prize giveaway! Don't y'all know someone you could send over here so we can win sum stuff?????? Spread the word about the CBB for every 100 followers... giveaways happen!

Heat Embossing Tutorial

2010-06-22T08:39:00.000-07:00

Good morning everyone! As I promised yesterday Suzann has a treat for you all today. When I asked you all what you wanted to see here... someone suggested heat embossing inspiration. Like I have said before... Ask and ye shall receive! So I am going to turn you over to her!

Hi Everyone~

Suzann here, I am so glad to share one of my favorite techniques with you. I have created my fair share of heat embossed cards. Everything from spider webs to Christmas trees. I love how the embossed look gives a "raised" feel to any image!

Step 1: Gather Supplies

-Versamark ink pad

-embossing powder (I am using SU white)
-Heat Gun
-Card base (I used the paisley cuttlebug folder to decorate)
-stamp image (I am using Technique Tuesday)
-Tray

Step 2: Stamp image

* a little tip here: if you rub a pinch of cornstarch on your paper before you stamp the image your image will
be more detailed*
Ink the image with the versamark generously.
(because it is clear it was hard to photograph- you can hold the image up to the light and see a shiny image)

Step 3: Apply Embossing Powder

The tray is optional but will make cleanup a lot easier.
Also be sure to apply the powder heavily. It will not take much but it is better to cover the image completely.
Be sure to gently tap the paper to knock off the excess powder.

This is what the image will look like.

Step 4: Heat

Use a back and forth motion
This will prevent you from burning yourself or starting a small fire~ giggle :)

Here the image is partially heated, note that the image will begin to change colors.

Finished Project! Just added some ribbon and a bow~

I hope that this tutorial will inspire some awesome projects! Happy Scrappin!

~Suzann~

Thanx Suzann for the great heat embossing tutorial. If you guys enjoyed this tutorial let Suzann know by leaving some love for her... you never know... If we get enough comments... maybe we could talk her into doing another tutorial! :op

Scrap Crazy Everyone and have a Great Tuesday!

Fathers Day Card Inspirations

2010-06-21T07:18:00.000-07:00

Good Monday Morning Everyone! I hope you all had a great weekend! My DH and I took a dirt road from our house to Wyoming.... It was great... I love dirt roads!

Now lets take a look at the DT's Fathers Day Card Inspirations!

Suzann

Receipe: Arguyle cuttlebug embossing folder,

Cricut Lite Celebrate with Flourish cartridge,

DCWV pattern paper,

bazzill cardstock, stampin up basic brown amd sheer ribbon.

Donna

RECIPE: Cuttlebug embossing folder= Herringbone/ patterned paper and button=

Bo Bunny/ ribbon= craft store/ stamp= Hampton Arts

TECHNIQUE: emboss with folder and Cuttlebug...then ink edges and rub over the entire surface to pick up raised image.

Thank you ladies!

I don't have a card to share with you today... I know... I know... The DT is gonna boot me off my own DT! BUT! I have something else to inspire you...

Mountains as far as the eye can see!

The Snake River at its fullest!

I LOVE waterfalls! This is where Fall Creek goes into the Snake.

Well thats it for today everyone! I hope you have a fantabulous Monday! Check back tommorrow! Suzann has a treat for you all!

Scrap Crazy!

Notes:

Freaky Friday Frenzy is still going on (a few posts below)... I will pick a winner for that game on this friday June 25.

CrazyScraps has reached 200 follwers on facebook... giveaway happening over there! And still looking for 2 DT members!

10 Days left to enter our Challenge for this month! Your choice Cricut cart up for grabs!

Fathers Day Guest Post

2010-06-20T07:00:00.000-07:00

This one is for ALL you FATHERS out there!

This one... Is for MY FATHER! Mustangs RULE!

Yea, Yea.... I am a FORD girl through and through.... but I can thank my Daddy for that! Thanx DAD!

Onto our Guest Designer... Please Give a Warm Welcome back to Nanne Harry from Nanne's Creations.
For those of you who weren't here for Nanne's first guest post you can view it "Saturday Surprise". So without further adu I give you Nanne's Father's Day Inspiration:

So creative! And very masculine. Thanks Nanne!

Find the recipe over at Nanne's house.

So whatcha all going to do today? Any BBQ's going on? I am sending sunshine to everyone... (hope it works) I think we will try and get the yard smellin' goooood... :) Dutch oven ribs... all I can say 'bout that... WOWZA!

Well everyone have a happy Sunday! See ya'll here tommorrow for our weekly inspiration! I am going to leave you with this poem...

What Makes a Dad

God took the strength of a mountain,

The majesty of a tree,

The warmth of a summer sun,

The calm of a quiet sea,

The generous soul of nature,

The comforting arm of night,

The wisdom of the ages,

The power of the eagle's flight,

The joy of a morning in spring,

The faith of a mustard seed,

The patience of eternity,

The depth of a family need,

Then God combined these qualities,

When there was nothing more to add,

He knew His masterpiece was complete,

And so, He called it ... Dad

Author Unknown

Scrap Crazy Everyone!

Notes:

Have you noticed the "CBOX" on the right of the screen????? Thats where ya'll can chat with eachother... live... I also post notes in there... talk to myself... give you updates... Your welcome... ;o)

12 Days left to enter this months challenge!

DT CALL over at CrazyScraps. (go ahead... be daring... I'm over there too... so not THAT scary!)

Facebook: CBB and CrazyScraps = become fanz... prizes there too (we just hit 200 at CS there is a giveaway happening RIGHT NOW!)

PROMOTE the Cuttlebug Blog by posting our button on your blog! (its on the left - for directions see blinkies/buttons page)

Freaky Friday Frenzy!

2010-06-18T17:59:00.000-07:00

I am feelin' a little "freaky"... can you tell? *giggle* So the name of the game is Freaky Friday Frenzy - For FATHERS DAY!

Here are the regulations, directions, and there will be an inspection!

Go to CrazyScraps.com and look around. Find 10 items that start with the letter "F". Could be the first, second, third... word but the word must start with "F"... AND the word "folder, folders" in any form is NOT allowed... also you are only allowed to use "flower, flowers" any form of this word 2 times ONLY!

Have the best Freaky Friday Frenzy! Can't wait to see what you all come up with!

Oh! Here is the prize!

Karen Foster Scrapbook kit - Picnic/Family Reunion

NOTES:

Don't forget to enter our Fathers Challenge for this month... Great Prizes up for grabs!

CrazyScraps still has their DT CALL going on... 2 CrazyScrappers to join the behind the scenes fun.

Become a facebook friend of the CBB and CrazyScraps we are going to start giveaways there too!

OH yea.... 32 more Cuttlebug'ers to go and 6 prizes on their way to new homes!

Disney Scrapbooking Inspiration & Ideas

2010-06-16T08:18:00.000-07:00

ASK and Ye Shall Recieve! So a few posts back I asked you all what you would like to see here at the CBB! We had some great ideas that we are trying to get accomplished to share with you all. In that post someone said they would like to see more Disney scrapbooking inspiration & Ideas. Today I want to start a project and have you all create it with me. I want to build a mural for my nephew and niece's room. Sounds like fun huh! So I started with the center piece and now I need you all to help decide what comes next!

Disney Scrapbooking inspiration & Ideas mural

Click on the pics for more detail

So what do you think about my Disney Scrapbooking inspiration & Ideas? Cute start huh! I used Mickey and Friends Cricut Cartridge, Cuttlebug Herringbone embossing folder on Mickey and his star, and I used the Love Language embossing folder on Minnie and her heart! I cut them out at 10 Inches and the star and heart at 6!

Okay.... What should I do next? This is what I was thinking.... (oh... watch out this could be dangerous! *giggle*)

I could do cuts of goofy, pluto, donald, daisy, car, house, tree, fence? I also have Pooh and friends with pooh, tigger, eyore, piglet, rabbit. And I have Tinkerbell cartridge. And I have Carz cricut cartridge.

So this is the problem... I don't know what to do next. Like I said I want it to be a Mural type project. So should I do ALL of the characters or just a couple from each cart? My my my what have I gotten myself into? I Need your help... so don't leave me hangin'!

I will post about this mural project once a week so you can see how the project is coming along and how your suggestions have helped. (ahm.......if I get too excited about something... you may see 2 or 3 posts a week *wink*)

K everyone... I can't wait to hear what your ideas are... Have a great day.... and as always SCRAP CRAZY!

P.s. Just want to remind you we are only 44 away from 200 followers... then its prize time!

Also... CrazyScraps Blog is looking for 2 talented individuals to join their team.

And join in on our Challenge this month... great prizes up for grabs!

There is help for you somewhere!

2010-06-15T07:31:00.000-07:00

So I have just been informed that a ton of you are {{loving}} the fathers day card that our Michelle shared with us! You are not alone in that feeling! We all loved it as well. You remember that she said she got the template from a website called paper scrapz... There were a few options while searching for this site... BUT! I have found the answer... And I did it for ALL of YOU!

Reminder of the card:

The link to this template is Paper Scrapz. Go into "template library".

You have to scroll down to "card templates" and click on "vested shirt card"!

Have fun crafting ladies! and don't forget to enter our challenge when you are finished with YOUR fathers perfect gift!

If any of you have questions.... or can't find something you are looking for... post it here... I can Help!

Weekly Inspirations!

2010-06-14T09:26:00.000-07:00

Good Monday Morning everyone! How was your weekend? It was cold and rainy here. But today.... IS ABSOLUTELY beautiful! YAY! I plan on hangin' outside today.

So onto this weeks inspirations. We are continuing on our FATHERS theme and hope that you all will join in on the fun... Don't forget there are some awesome prizes up for grabs this month... like pick your own Cricut Cartridge.... Herringbone embossing folder... and Bo Bunny paper!

Lynne

This is a frame and card for my Dad who loves his grandkids and golfing!!

I used the herringbone embossing folder and paper provided to us by Crazy Scraps for most of the frame and card.

The cartridge I chose for the font was Mickey and Friends..and I used Every Day PaperDolls for the golfer.

More details on the card/frame can be found on my blog at http://scrapthiscraftthat.blogspot.com/

Donna

RECIPE: Cuttlebug embossing folders= Herringbone & Swiss Dots/ patterned paper= Bo Bunny/ Color Core paper= Coredinations (Maplenut)/ glazed brad= Bo Bunny

TECHNIQUE: The Herringbone folder was used to emboss the white strip and the edges were inked...the Swiss Dots folder was used to emboss the star and then sanded to bring out the yellow color..

Our ladies have brought some great inspiration to you all today. Thanx Ladies! I hope you all have a great day. Scrap Crazy Everyone!

P.s. Hey stalkers... don't forget to become a follower... when we hit 200 followers 6 prizes will be given!
ALSO.... DT call over at the CrazyScraps blog.

Winner Winner Winner

2010-06-13T09:42:00.000-07:00

Someone who thinks like I do has hit the game right on the nose! However, she did not reveal the correct answer but she was thinking "outside of the box" Which is fabulous! You see I believe you have to think outside of the box and be very creative sometimes. Thus playing games like these helps to activate that side of your brain.

Creativity is the ability to use different modes of thought to generate new and dynamic ideas. (carnevale, Gainer, Meltzer)

So with that being said... Miss Lorus... Please stand up! You are the Winner of a new Embossing Folder of your choice!

This is what Lorus had to say about the game:

"I counted 133 - I counted your name too. After counting all of these (and recounting because of interruptions!) I thought, oh no! this was probably a trick and I was only supposed to count the "i's" in the words "this post" or something! But I guess if so, I'm not the only one who meticulously counted this! ;) "

Congrats Girl! Email me with your addy and which folder you would like to give a home too.

Here is the correct answer:

"how many i's are in this post" refering too :

"ONESELF AS A SPEAKER OR WRITER"

I hope that everyone had fun playing this game... I don't want to upset anyone.... But I had no fear that you all could count... I just wanted to open your minds to new possibilities...

I want to give PROPS to all the lovely ladies who took the time to play this game!

Crystal aka Caitlynsmommy , goatesgirl , Creative Char

Sandra, Maureen Reiss, Dainty Diva

AShu93, The Cropping Canuck, Lorus!

I am personally saying from the bottom of my Heart:

THANK YOU! for hangin' out at the CBB and playing my CRAZY games!

So... now I want to hear your thoughts on this game... should I do more like it? Should I NEVER do another one? Should I try something different? What kind of other games do you want to play here? I am up for all kinds of suggestions ladies!

I am off to be crafty now! Have a great Sunday.... and Scrap Crazy!

p.s. don't forget about these things going on right now!:

DT Call Out from CrazyScraps Blog

Fathers challenge (winner picks a Cricut Cart)

Where and When did Scrapbooking Start?

2010-06-12T08:41:00.000-07:00

Good Saturday Morning! Who is in game playing mood? HA! I thought so!

Please read the following. (fun facts provided by Answers.com)

Scrapbooks, as we know them today, started many centuries ago, in the form of Common place books, friendship albums, Grangerbooks, photo albums, journals, diaries, scrapbooks, and now web home pages.

Commonplace books began in the 17th century. People wrote poems, quotes, pasted newspaper articles, or shared hobbies like knitting in their books. Some of these books were purchased but many were handmade, using wall covering for the cover.

Granger books were printed books with blank pages in the back for personalizing. William Granger invented these books and also published a manual on how to do it.

The most interesting to me is the friendship album. These little books included quotes, poems, thoughts, and hair weaving of a person. Hair weaving was a common thing in Germany in the 17th century. Girls would collect hair from all the friends and weave them into intricate designs including ribbon and pressed flowers, with a remembrance about that person.

Did you know that Mark Twain was an avid scrapbooker?? He dedicated Sundays to enjoy his hobby and had 57 different scrapbooks that he sold through Montgomery Ward catalog.
The peak decade for scrapbooking was 1880-1890. Magazines of the times included articles on what to include in your scrapbooks.
Journals and diaries were very popular in the 1920's through the present, mainly kept by young girls. They included their inner most thoughts and desires.
Scrapbooks began to decline around 1940, when the popularity of personal photos and photo albums rose. It wasn�t till around 1975 that scrapbooks began to get popular again with people wanting to know their "ROOTS".
Genealogy helped scrapbooking gain popularity again with finding out family history and wanting to make a book on that history.
Scrapbooking today comes in many forms. Traditional books, computer scrapbooks and family web pages. We even have one for our family and our wedding.
Scrapbooking a fad?? I don�t think so. It has been around for centuries. The popularity comes and goes, but one thing is for sure, scrapbooking is for all generations! Remember that when you're scrapbooking, and think of whom in the future will see your book and how will they scrapbook?!
(thanx answers.com for the wonderful info)

Here is the game.... How many " i "s are in this post?
(Must be a follower to play and win prizes - I do check you know!)

Have fun everyone! Scrap Crazy!

Winner Winner Winner!

2010-06-11T06:15:00.000-07:00

I want to thank each and every person who participated in this game! The only thing that saddens me is that I cannot give EVERYONE a prize. On the FLIP side.... YaHoo! We have a winner!

Beckie W said...

Ok so I love the store still over there shopping. But the one thing I hadn't seen before ....

EK Sucess Mickey Border Punch ... its going to be a must have for me

There ya go Miss Beckie! Email me with your addy so I can get this right out to you! Congradulations! (I forgot all about our "winner" blinkie... OMG... go under blinkies/buttons page to grab your winner blinkie)

Everyone else... don't be dissappointed... there will be another game coming soon! *giggle* And for those of you who put embossing folders on your wishlist..... stay tuned for our 200 followers giveaway!

I did want to mention a few things while I am here tho....

We have our Current monthly Challenge going on right now... It is all about Fathers... There is a cricut cartridge up for grabs for that challenge and an embossing folder AND Bo Bunny goodies. Don't forget to play.

Also... CrazyScraps Blog is looking for 2 Design Team Members. If you are interested hop on over and check out the requirements. TOP SECRET NEWS: shhhhhhh.... They (or we *snicker*) are in the process of planning some great fun stuff over there... so put that blog on your hopping list.

On a final note.... if you all notice we are at 160 Cuttlebug'ers.... YIPEE..... but you all should know... when we hit 200 I am going to give away 1 each of the new embossing folders - yup thats 5 prizes... AND a SET of 4 embossing folders.... so that is a total of 6 prizes.... OMG! I almost can't handle all the excitement. So.... send everyone you know to be a fellow cuttlebug'er... cuz.... FREE stuff is AWESOME... and FREE!

Have a great Friday everyone!
Scrap Crazy!

R U a BLOG Stalker?

2010-06-09T09:29:00.000-07:00

You know who you are! The one that blog hops and looks around but NEVER plays games or comments. Welcome I say! Come on in and get comfy... grab a coke out of the fridge and kick off your shoes. I figure if you don't like games or free stuff you might as well be comfortable while stalking. We have a lot of activities here at the CBB. Challenges- meaning you have to ACTUALLY do something. Giveaways- which I will admit you usually have to put forth effort for those too. But sometimes.... only sumtimes tho.... I give random comments a prize. Just 'cuz ... I {{{{HEART}}}} Comments! A comment- thats it! .... really... that is a NO EFFORT prize! Don't be scared stalker... all of the Cuttlebug'ers welcome YOU! Even if you can't mumble out any actual words.... just leave a smile :) and be on your way!

UH OH!..... I feel a NO EFFORT prize coming..... Hum..... let me be my own stalker.... brb!

I found a NON-stalker YAY! This is what she said: "These are great!" Yep... thats it... but it just won her a prize!

Thank You embossing folder!

Cropping Canuck its U girl! Email me with your addy and we'll send you this! Thanx for leaving some love!

So..... ALL of you stalkers out there.... Be a Cuttlebug'er... cuz..... well.... we love friends!

Have a great day everyone and as always Scrap Crazy!

Psst... Stalkers.... don't forget to become a follower while your stalking... cuz I get to give a "big" prize away at 200 followers... and look over there.... we are at 157... not too much farther to go!

Giveaway!

2010-06-08T06:45:00.000-07:00

Good morning everyone! I feel a GIVEAWAY coming on! But.... I just don't know what you all want. So... Here is the deal. Head on over to CrazyScraps.com (the best sponsor EVER) and look around. Find something you would like to win? Come back here and leave a comment letting me know what it is you would like to win and what you would do with it. Please include the item number in your post.

I will draw a winner on friday June 11 at 8 am. Have fun shopping. Can't wait to see whats on your wishlists!

I am off to be crafty now... Scrap Crazy Everyone!

Weekly Inspirations

2010-06-07T09:14:00.000-07:00

Good Monday morning everyone! I hope you all had a great weekend! Here is the inspiration the Girls came up with for you this week!

Lynne

Recipe:

Diamond Plate embossing Folder
Metallic Paper/Dark Blue Cardstock
2 Silver Brads
Star Embossing Folder
Robotz Cartridge Robot cut at 4 inches
Silver Scrappy Cat ink

Michelle

Base : Cardstock layered with metal aluminum (from craft store) Embossed with Diamond Plate embossing folder.

"DAD" - letters are chipboard that is covered with black flocking. The tools on the inside have been embossed with various Border embossing folders.

Suzann

I found this cricut design studio cut file while surfing the net, and could not wait to use it in a layout.

The cut file is courtesty of: http://www.ruelysicreativecards.blogspot.com/
I wish the photo was better so that the details can be seen.
Receipe: Diamond plate & arguyle embossing folders,
Cricut George cartridge & Design Studio program,
bazzill cardstock, Karen Foster brads, American crafts puffy thickers,
EK success punch, and Stampin Up basic black ink.
Along the bottom of the "toolbelt" are the words: "No One can MEASURE Up to our DAD!"

Sabrina

Recipe:

Embossing folder: Herringbone (fish)

Cricut Cartridges: Camp out (fish, trees)

Paper: Bo Bunny "Roughin' it" line

Hope to see all of your Father's Day Creations in our challenge! There is a Cricut Cartridge up for grabs this month! Scrap Crazy Everyone!

Winner Winner Winner!

2010-06-05T12:52:00.000-07:00

Kimberly you win girl! Congrats! Thanx for playing my 24 hour challenge! Email me under contact with your addy! You should expect this in the mail next week:

Your a "ROCK STAR"! MY SENTEMENTS EXACTLY STAMPS!

For the rest of you.... join our monthly challenges for June: "Fathers day"

Guitar Hero Challenge Prize

2010-06-05T10:44:00.000-07:00

This will be the prize for the 24 hour challenge happening right now! There is only 2 hours left to enter. Check out the post from yesterday. Have fun and see you in 2 hours!

My Sentiments exactly STAMPS!

Guitar Hero Rocks!

2010-06-04T12:58:00.000-07:00

Hey Cuttlebug'ers! How is your friday going so far? Mine is great! Thanx for asking. So as you can see from the "Chat Box" on the right of the screen I was busy playing Guitar Hero with my family last night. Can I just tell you..... I love Guitar Hero! The music (which at this point you can pick any music you like to play) is great. At our house we like to turn the stereo UP and JAM. Cuz we are like total ROCK STARZ! (if you would like an autograph please send a self addressed envelope to: Rock Starz- P.O. Box 600- Rock~n~Roll, USA) j/k :o)

So with family fun night on my mind I decided to go with it and be crafty. Here is an invitation that I came up with.

Front

Cricut Cartridges used: Paper Doll Dress Up (curtains-cropped from the circus tent), Cuttin' Up (the holmans), Opposites attract (presents)

Paper: Fibermark (red), Making Memories (black/white), bazzill basic (black)

Ink: Color Box (black)

Silver Stickles (dots on letters)

Inside

Cricut Cartridges: Indy Art (guitar), Jasmine (guitar words), Cuttin' up (hero)

Cuttlebug embossing folder: Forest Branches (hero)

Paper: Bazzill basics (red, white, black)

Oh yea baby! It's going to be like ROCK fest! LOL!! What do you think? You likes?

K~ so in light of today's post I am Challenging you all to create your own "ROCK STAR" project. Now this can be anything you want ( card, Layout, altered art, mini album, etc.) but you have to follow the CBB rules!

This is a 24 hour challenge!

Meaning you only have 24 hours to post your project to win the prize! (prize yet to be announced)

Have fun everyone... I am so excited to see what you guys consider a rockin' project! Scrap Crazy!

Giveaway

2010-06-03T07:31:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone! I woke up in a giveaway kind of mood! Since I Love, LOVE, love comments I thought I would share some love with someone who has left some "love" for me. (u think i should use the word "love" a few more times in this post??? LOL)

Creative Char was the first to comment on the challenges post and these are her kind words:

"The design team has really made some great projects. That herringbone folder is perfect. And what a fabulous prize this month!"

Thanx Char... Why don't you send me and email with your addy so I can mail you this:

Wahoo! Can't wait to see what you create with this little gem! Congrats!

For eveyone else... always remember I love, LOVE, Love comments. And keep in mind we have fabulous prizes for our monthly CHALLENGES so play along! You never know what might be happening over here at the CB Blog!

Have a great day eveyone! I am off to be crafty now... Scrap Crazy!

Quilling Kits info

2010-06-02T06:45:00.000-07:00

Good Wednesday Morning Everyone! Did you sleep well? I slept like a rock... boy do I feel it this morning... my whole body aches!
I feel like we have gotten into a rutt over here at the CB blog and I am hoping to change that. ( just a little)
I am still going to have the monthly challenges but I will be adding a challenge here and there, maybe some trivia about crafting, or just general information. I need all the feedback I can get from everyone as these changes occur, so let me know if you like the change... or absolutely hate it!

Did you notice I put an "about me" page at the top of the blog? This is where you can get to know me a little better. Have a question? Just ask. Weather it’s here or by email I love questions!

Soooo... I opened my email this morning and found this:

Hi there,

I want to get the cuttlebug quilling folders but I cannot figure out what plate combination I need to use them. Can you help me out? I have scoured the internet and I can hardly find anything out about them!

Thanks a ton for your help! I hope it's ok to ask! You guys seem like the authority.
HUGS,
Lolly

OMG! CBB is the AUTHORITY? I love love love this! So because I really didn't know what plate combination to use....BUT I did just get a Quilling Kit in the mail... I broke it out and figured out the answer! Sweet, right!

Here's the deal: You would think that A and 2 B plates would work... but nope! So this is what worked for me

A plate on the bottom

then B plate (use your plate that is most marked up from cutting dies. You know the ugly one.)

then put your cardstock and die on

Then use C plate!

See the inch of space at the top of the plates? I pulled the paper and die down a little to get the plates in the machine. I was having a hard time passing it through until I did this.

Turns out perfect!

NOTE: if you are using very thick paper this sandwich will be tight. (be carful not to break your machine)

Psst.... Having a hard time finding the extension plate A or B? Try here:
http://store.crazyscraps.com/newcuttlebug.html

Hope this helps Lolly and everyone else too! Have a great day everyone!

Challenge #5 Fathers Day

2010-06-01T08:13:00.000-07:00

Its June. Can you believe we are in the sixth month of 2010 already? Boy how time flies when you get older. I remember when I was little a day seemed like forever. One good thing about June we get a chance to celebrate our Fathers (and summer is here of coarse). So our challenge this month is to create your Fathers perfect gift. What does your dad like to do on Fathers Day? Mine always wants to Fish so I made him a "fishin'" Fathers Day card.
We are showcasing the Bo Bunny "Roughin it" line this month. As you can plainly see it's not just for outdoor enthusiasts. The Design Team has outdone themselves again this month. If you are looking for some great inspiration then look no further... We have you covered!

Michelle

Base: 6" x 12" Cardstock, Trifold @ 4" And a little help from a free template on Paper Scrapz website.

Card pocket and vest was embossed with Cuttlebug's Herringbone embossing folder. The shirt is Bobunny's "Back to Basics" layered ontop of the cardstock. And I used a decorative brad for the vest button and a real button for the jacket. The tie is made from grosgrain ribbon.

Lynne

Recipe:

Every Day Paper Dolls Cart
Glossy paper
Alcohol Inks-Lettuce, Cloudy Blue, Expresso
Herringbone Cuttlebug Folder
Gold Pen (white pen for his fingernails LOL)
Cat's Eye Chalk Ink
Peachy Keen Stamps
Button
Ribbons
Swiss Dots Embossing Folder
Bo Bunny Papers
More details can be found on my blog!!

Donna

RECIPE: Cuttlebug embossing folder= Herringbone/ Cuttlebug die= Harlequin/ patterned paper= Bo Bunny= Roughin' It (Stripe) & (Dots)/ Color Core paper= Cordinations (Maplenut).
TECHNIQUE: I used Coredinations color core paper and cut the diamonds out with my Cuttlebug die and then embossed them in the Herringbone folder. I lightly sanded the diamonds to bring out the yellow core.

Suzann

Love the paper I got to play with!

Receipe:
Herringbone cuttlebug embossing folder, bo bunny pattern paper, cuttlekids alphabet dies, bo bunny buttons, and stampin up hemp twine.

Sabrina

Recipe:

Cuttlebug embossing folder: Herringbone
Cricut Cartridges: Camp Out (fish & sign)
Paper: Bo Bunny - Roughin it in the woods (front & back), Bazzill canvas (dk brown, tan)
Images: Scrappin' Doodles (available soon at CrazyScraps.com)
Computer genterated sentement, Button from Bo Bunny roughin it line.
The Fly was made by my son at school last year. He took an outdoors class and they learned how to make a fishing pole and flies! Since he isn't much of a fisherman... He gave them to mom.! yay for MOM!

The Challenge this month is to Create your Fathers perfect gift. Here is what one crafty Cuttlebug'er will win:

1- Cricut Cartridge of your choice. (limited to cartridges in stock @ Crazyscraps)

1- Cuttlebug embossing folder- Herringbone.

2- Bo Bunny (double sided) Paper from the "Roughin it" line

1- embelishments from Bo Bunny "Roughin it" line

Thats your challenge ladies... now what are YOU going to do with it? Have a great day?

Winner for Challenge #4

2010-05-31T09:21:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone! I hope you are having a fabulous holiday weekend. Today is drawing day for the Bo Bunny Flutter Butter Package. Drum roll please......

Random.org generated from 1-6.... #4 Mandee B... Its U Girl! Congrats... email (under faq/contact) me with your addy...

NOTE: Sorry about the simple post I am not home but I wanted to get the winner posted! Have a great day everyone!

Last of the MOMs Inspiration!

2010-05-24T07:49:00.000-07:00

Happy Monday Morning to you all! Today will be the last post for our MOMs inspiration. Donna, Lynne, Suzann, Michelle and I have had a fabulous time this month being inspired by our MOMs! Moms tend to be the one person that you can ALWAYS count on to be there for you and we hope that we did all moms proud with a whole month of projects dedicated to them! So for every Cuttlebug'er mom we say ROCK ON! There is only ONE "official" day for moms... but EVERYDAY should be moms day!

Donna

RECIPE: Cuttlebug embossing folder= Bloom Dots (Blue Border), Textile & Swiss Dots (Flowers)/ patterned paper= Bo Bunny (Flutter)/ ribbon= Making Memories/ stamp= SU!

TECHNIQUE: I embossed the blue border and rubbed a tan ink pad over the surface to highlight the raised image. I embossed the small brown flowers with the Swiss Dots folder and the larger tan flowers with the Textile folder, then assembled them with brads.

NOTE: Due to one of our readers requests I am going to try to include instructions for our designs. If you are still in question about how we did something hop over to the designers personal blog listed on the left.

Sabrina (cricut blog)

Recipe:

Cuttlebug embossing folder: Textile

Cricut Cartridges: Home Accents(flowers- welded in DS, Download courtesy of Nanne Harry- Thanx Nanne!) Home Decor, Opposites Attract, George (used DS to weld mom and accents from these carts)

Paper: Bazzill canvas (background), Bazzill basic (purple, tan, green), not sure where the pattern paper came from???? sorry!

Ink: color box (flowers)

Martha Stewart punch

NOTE: Next weekend is a Holiday weekend so our DT will be off for a much needed break! So we will not post inspirations next monday... However our regular schedule should not be affected by the Holiday!

Thanx everyone for comming by and supporting our fun little blog. Each of the Design Team loves to hop around and see what you have made to share with us... Just a reminder there is only 6 days left to enter this months challenge (ALL ABOUT MOMS) so click here and enter your project!

Have a Great Week Everyone! Scrap Crazy!

Winner Winner Winner!!!

2010-05-23T17:07:00.000-07:00

We have a winner for our Gift Certificate! I want to thank you all for your comments and will try to get some of the suggestions going soon!

I know there were 21 comments but Lynne and I cannot be counted! So 19 is the total! I will count 11 down from the top.... skipping Lynne and I... and the winner is.....

EMILY! Yup its you girl! Congrats! Email me and I'll set you up with that certificate!

Have a great evening you all! See you in the morning with this weeks inspiration!

RE: Wacky Wednesday Wonders

2010-05-23T08:01:00.000-07:00

Happy Sunday too you ALL!!!! Well we haven't gotten the 40 comments I was looking for but I want to giveaway that (click this link to play)--> GIFT CERTIFICATE today.... SO...... I will wait til 5 pm (mst) today and pick a winner! If you all look to the left of the page under "followers" you will see "Google Groups Subscription" if you would like to receive email updates when a new post is made here.... go ahead and subscribe. This is a new adventure so I hope it works for everyone!

I hope you all have a good day... and I can't wait to do that giveaway!

Scrap Crazy Everyone!

NEW Cuttlebug Folders!

2010-05-20T05:59:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone! Happy Thursday! I have exciting newz!!! CrazyScraps has the new Cuttlebug Folders in stock and ready to ship! Look how cute!

You know what this one is don't you???? It's a 12 inch embossing folder! YAHOO! I have been waiting patiently for these! OMG! Go on over and check out ALL the NEW folders! Have a Great Day Everyone! Don't forget to leave a comment on the post below to win a GIFT CERTIFICATE! If we get enough comments by 1:39 pm today.... You could buy one of these folders! What a treat!

Wacky Wednesday Wonders!

2010-05-19T13:39:00.000-07:00

***This contest is now closed.... stay tuned for another surprise giveaway***
Surprise EVERYONE!!!! How is your week going so far??? Well mine hasn't been too wonderful so I thought that doing a GIVEAWAY would brighten up my week! What do you all think about that?

So here is the deal! I want to know One Specific thing you like about the Cuttlebug Blog or something you would like to SEE here. I am looking for 40 comments under THIS POST ONLY! When I reach that 40 (within a reasonable time) I am giving one cuttlebug'er comment a:

So ..... send your FRIENDS, FAMILY, acquaintances, FELLOW Bloggers or CRAFTERS! If we reach 40 comments in 24 hours I will DOUBLE this certificate! Don't forget to become a Cuttlebug Friend First!

This weeks MOMs Inspiration!

2010-05-17T05:45:00.000-07:00

Here is a reminder ladies of what is up for grabs for this months challenge!

Who doesn't love Bo Bunny?

There is still 14 dayz left to enter your project to win! So hurry post your project! I know you made some kind of mothers day gift for someone! Share it with us! Click on the "current challenge" button on the top left of the screen to add your link!

So here is what the DT came up with for this weeks inspiration!

Lynne

I created this layout using the 5x7 size Tartan embossing folder. I embossed the photo mats.

Suzann

Victoria cuttlebug embossing folder.

Sabrina (cricut blog)

Cuttlebug embossing folders: D'vine Swirls, Bloom Dots, Spots and Dots, Swiss Dots.

As always you can find the full recipes on the dt blogs listed to the left. (blue links)

We hope to see all your talented work ladies! Have a fantabulous week! Scrap Crazy!

Cuttlebug Quilling Winner!

2010-05-13T05:20:00.000-07:00

OMG! I am so sorry ladies.... this is late posting I know... I have been working long hours and thought that today was Wednesday! OOPS! Guess I don't get a brownie button today... lol ;)

Here is the random number

Jessica Wekenman You are the winner of one Cuttlebug Quilling kit! Congratulations Girl!

Email me (under faq) with which kit you would like and your addy! Go to CrazyScraps.com to look at each kit. Thanx everyone for playing along! Have a great day! Don't forget.... Scrap Crazy!

This weeks inspiration

2010-05-10T04:35:00.000-07:00

It's monday again... You know mondays are... well... MONDAYS... and I am so glad to post some inspiration to brighten everyones day!

Michelle

Double Slider Card = build-a-flower die and embossing set, Gratitude embossing folder

Donna

Cuttlebug embossing folders=Mosaic (yellow scallop strip) & Swiss Dots (leaves & blue scallop circle/ mom)

front

inside

Sabrina (cricut blog)

Cuttlebug embossing folder Birds and swirls

I hope you are all inspired to create something beautiful! Our Mothers are worth it! Have a happy monday everyone! Scrap Crazy!

Winner! Winner! Winner!

2010-05-09T05:00:00.000-07:00

HAPPY MOTHERS DAY EVERYONE!!!! I hope you have something fun planned to do with your familys today! And I send you good weather vibes! (I hope I get sum too) Well I guess you are all here to find out who the VERY LUCKY girl is right? Dum...da...da.... DUM...... (drum roll!) And the winner is .......

#23 Ann

CONGRATULATIONS Miss Ann! The CrazyScraps girls thought your project was very inspiring, inventive and very original! Mr. Expressions has now found a new home... I hope you will keep him safe and warm and exercise him everyday! Contact me (under faq) and email me your addy! For the rest of the girls... we have a consolation prize! A BRAG blinkie for your blog! Yay!

Thank you to all who entered! This was a fun contest! Hopefully we will do it again! Have a GREAT MOTHERS DAY EVERYONE! And Scrap Crazy!

NEW Cuttlebug Quilling Kits!

2010-05-07T14:50:00.000-07:00

OMG! Have you all heard of this yet? The newest product out for the Cuttlebug is quilling kits!
Plus they are actually in stores now... "Shop CRAZYSCRAPS"

Cut a shape, emboss a shape, or cut then emboss shapes with the inspired designs available exclusively with Cuttlebug cutting and embossing dies. Expressing your creativity has never been easier with the new Cuttlebug & Cuttlekids Die-Cutting Machine.
The 2" x 2.75" embossing folders come in theme sets of 4. The unique design gives users the freedom to decide where they want their embossed designs to appear. The folders can be used to make matching cards and envelopes, and much more!
Kits include: 1 quilling pen, 4 cutting dies, 10 floral wires
For those of you who are quilling enthusiasts...what a great addition to your craft! For those of you who don't have a clue? Here is a video for you!
This is filmed by Mark Giles of scraptime.ca at the CHA 2010 convention (Craft and Hobby Association), it shows Maggie Lamarre demonstrating how to die-cut and roll a strip of paper.

Scrap Time - CHA Winter 10 - New for Cuttlebug from Mark Giles on Vimeo.
I can't wait to try this out! Looks like alot of fun! And just for the fun of it CrazyScraps is giving ONE lucky Cuttlebug blog friend a QUILLING KIT! Yup... thats right... they have them in stock and ready for your buying pleasure! So if you think this looks fun... hop on over there and pick up a kit! And don't forget to share your project with us!
**This contest is now closed.... stay tuned for more winning opportunities**

So... do you want to win? All you have to do is be a friend (follower) of our little blog here and leave a comment on this post of why you would like to win this prize! Doesn't get much easier than that ladies! I'll draw a winner on Wednesday May 12. Please only one comment per person... make it easy for me to count! lol Good Luck! and Happy Quilling!

Top 5 Picks!

2010-05-06T06:32:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone! Today is the day we announce the 5 projects that the DT picked to be in the running to win the Expressions! First WE want EVERYONE who entered to know ALL of your creations were fabulous! WE have also decided trying to pick our "favorite" is SO hard! There were SO many favorites! I think we all changed our minds at least 3 times! We hope you all had fun creating your projects. And we are glad to have you as friends here at the Cuttlebug blog. We wish we could give EVERYONE a machine... but thats just not possible! Thank you all for your hard work! And we can't wait to see how everyone progresses with their cuttlebugs through our monthly challenges!

Here are the top 5 picks (in no particular order) from the Design Team!

#10 Aurora Miller

#6 Rebecca Goates

#7 Kimberly

#9 Jamilie

#23 Ann

Well ladies... your projects now are in the hands of CrazyScraps! They will choose the Winning project from these top 5! Congratulations! We will post the winning project May 9th!

Thank you to all who played along! We LOVED seeing all your projects! What great inspiration you have brought to our Design Team!

Have a good day Everyone!

Scrap Crazy!

Sabrina, Lynne, Donna, Michelle, Suzann

Win the Expressions!

2010-05-03T13:23:00.000-07:00

TODAY is the last day to enter to win this fabulous prize!!!!

Spread the word everyone! For all of our Followers.... Join in... You never know... YOU could be the winner of a fantastic prize!!!!
I KNOW we as the dt would enter.... BUT its against the rules....

If you are new to this site please click here for entry details!

This weeks MOMs Inspiration

2010-05-03T07:20:00.000-07:00

I don't know about you all... but I am SO HAPPY it is May! That means one more step closer to summer!!! And who doesn't LOVE summer?

Boy... our ladies have drummed up some major inspiration for you this week!

Suzann

Stylized flowers & d'vine swirls cuttlebug embossing folders

Lynne

Swiss Dots Embossing Folder

Sabrina (expressions blog)

Spots and Dots Embossing Folder

As always for recipes on any designs you see here visit the DT blogs on the left! (blue links)

BUT WAIT... We aren't done yet! We have a surprise! Our Dear Suzanne has a great tutorial to share with you all today! Yay!

Pocket Card Tutorial by Suzann

Start by taking a 8.5 x 11 piece of cardstock

and cut in half long ways-

so that you have (2) pieces that are: 4.25 x 11

Next SCORE your base cardstock in two places-

once at 5.5 from the top

and then 1.5 from the bottom-

fold on the score- then fold the 1.5 piece the opposite direction

this will create a "Z" looking piece of cardstock

Then EMBOSS the front side of the card with your cuttlebug

Now EMBELLISH~

I added pattern paper and ribbon

corner rounded the edges and used a scallop punch to embellish

Next APPLY thin red tacky tape- along both inside edges of the card

Then CREATE the inside library card style insert~

I cut mine 3.75 x 5.25

then rounded the edges- added some pattern paper

and Cricut die cuts with my sentiment in the center for the

finishing touches!

Finished Project!

SO CUTE!

Well what a great tutorial for us all! I actually used it to make my project this week! So everyone make sure you leave luv for Suzann for her hard work! And while your at it... don't forget the rest of the team who work hard to bring you great inspiration every week! Your comments keep us going!

Thanx for coming by to visit! Scrap Crazy!

Challenge #4

2010-05-01T06:32:00.000-07:00

Happy National Scrapbooking Day!!!

Our challenge this month totally starts on THE BEST day of the year! YAY!

Today is 60% off day over at CrazyScraps! Lets support our sponsor and buy our NSD gift to ourselves over there they have sum great stuff and maybe something that has been on your wishlist forever!! I hope you all have a wonderful NSD!

May is here!... And its All About MOM month! This month the DT wanted to Give a SHOUT out to ALL MOMs! This month we will bring you great inspiration to share with MOMs all around the world!

So as I am sure you can guess our Challenge this month is to create your MOMs perfect gift for her day! How hard can that be.... right? If you aren't making a MOMs gift.... What about Grandmoms... Great Grandmoms... OR.... someone special in your life you give a MOMs gift too! We want to see your creations! Enter the challenge this month and win this:

1- Bo Bunny Cut Outs12x12 Flutter Butter

1- Bo Bunny 12x12 Flutter Butter Honey

1- Bo Bunny 12x12 Flutter Butter Willow

1- Cuttlebug Embossing Folder Bloom Dots

1- Bo Bunny Flowers - Flutter Butter

1- Bo Bunny I Candy Jewels - Flutter Butter Butterfly Dreams

Our Design Team is Showcasing the BO BUNNY Flutter Butter line this month. Everything you see in the following projects you can pick up at CrazyScraps.com - OUR FABULOUS SPONSOR! If it weren't for the wonderful Girls at CrazyScraps we wouldn't have the great products we share with you all! So If you are needing some scrappin' stuff stop on by the store and pick up what you need! The service is great... and usually I get my packages within 3 days!

Here are the DT's Projects! And as always.... if you would like the recipe for any project here visit our dt blogs to the left! (blue links)

Donna

Cuttlebug embossing folder= Bloom Dots

Suzanne

Bloomin dots cuttlebug folder

Lynne

Bloom Dots embossing folder

Michelle 2 page LO

D'vine swirls embossing folder & Pop culture (circles & dots) embossing folder

Sabrina (cricut blog)

Bloom Dots embossing folder

We can't wait to see all your designs for your mothers! So remember once your done creating the perfect project....take a picture and post in inlinkz! You never know maybe you'll win! Scrap Crazy Everyone!

Aprils Flower Power Winner

2010-04-30T09:45:00.000-07:00

We have a winner for Challenge #3! Random.Org picked Lucky number 8!
True Random Number Generator
Min: 1
Max: 9
Result: 8
Powered by RANDOM.ORG

Congratulations Sherri! Here is Sherri's winning project submission:

I just love this card! It is very inventive! To see how Sherri did it visit her blog! Sherri Email me with your addy so we can get your yummy prize out to you asap! Just as a reminder this is what you should be expecting in your crafty mail:

We hope you will share your project made with Your Kioshi papers and flowersoft!

Here is our "I am a Winner" BRAG blinkie to add to your blog!

Stay tuned tomorrow for our #4 Challenge! And remember ALWAYS Scrap Crazy Everyone!

Last of our FLOWER POWER projects!

2010-04-26T07:03:00.000-07:00

Well everyone this is our last April inspiration post! We had so much fun with all the flowers this month! Thank you all for coming by and leaving love... It is much appreciated and is what keeps us going week after week! As usual if you would like the recipe for any of the projects seen here visit the DT blogs listed to the left (blue links).

Donna

Cuttlebug embossing folders= Candy Cane Stripe, Textile & Herringbone used on the pink petals

Sabrina

Cuttlebug Embossing folder: Birds and Swirls

Michelle

On the cupcake wrapper I used the diamond border from the Pop culture embossing folder and D'vine swirls on the top.

Thats is for this monday! I hope you are all inspired to join a challenge here on the Cuttlebug blog!

Scrap Crazy Everyone!

Winner! Winner! Winner!

2010-04-23T07:10:00.000-07:00

Thanx so much to all who cared enough to leave a comment! I wish I could send you ALL a gift!
But we have a WINNER!!!! Congratulations Maureen Reiss #6! I used Random.org to generate the lucky number! Thanx for being part of our first 100 Friends! Here is what you should be expecting in your Crafty Mail Maureen!

True Random Number Generator
Min: 1
Max: 22
Result:
6
Powered by RANDOM.ORG

Maureen Send me an email(under contact us) with your addy so we can get this sent out right away!

Well everyone that was so much fun I cannot wait until we hit the 200 friends mark! Maybe something fun will happen again! Scrap Crazy Everyday!

2010-04-20T18:56:00.000-07:00

*****This Giveaway is now closed*****

Yay! I knew we could do it! Well who wants some free stuff??? All you have to do is comment on this post. Friday morning I will pick a number from the comments left and Voila! WINNER!!!
Psst... followers only please...lets make all the games fair!
So if you are not a follower... become one... and leave a comment... doesn't get any easier that that ladies!Please only one comment per person (make it easier for me to count... I can only use my toes twice before I get confused *wink*)

This weeks FLOWER POWER

2010-04-19T05:56:00.000-07:00

And the flowers keep coming! Our DT won't let you down! Here are the fabulous designs for this weeks inspiration!

Lynne

Blooming Dots Embossing folder and embossed each side of the card..leaving the center blank. I covered the center with a piece of DCWV patterned paper. I attached a flower cut with the cricut.

Sabrina (cricut blog)

Plaque I made for my flower garden. I used Swiss Dots, D'vine Swirls and Spots and Dots.

Suzann

Bloomin dots cuttlebug embossing folder,the Paper company cardstock, heidi grace design pattern paper.

If you would like the recipe on any DT project you see here check out their personal blogs on the left of the screen! (blue links)

One more thing... we are almost at 100 followers! YAY!!! I think I may have to give something away.

But I am keeping that a surprise! Hope to see all your projects for challenge #3!

Have a great week everyone!

Saturday Surprise!

2010-04-17T05:12:00.000-07:00

Our Special surprise today is a Guest Designer! Nanne Harry from Nanne's Creations and SOUS has graciously accepted our offer to be a Guest Designer on the Cuttlebug Blog! Although Nanne is not new to scrappin' in any way.... She is a beginner Cuttlebug'er... I have followed Nanne for a very long time... Her designs are absolutely BEAUTIFUL... and I get great inspiration from her personally! I hope she will inspire you all to create something beautiful as well. So I hope all of you will give Nanne a great big welcome!

"My name is Nanné, I am 38 years old. I am a wife to my scrap supporting husband and we have three wonderful children (Amber 20, Aaron 16 and Adam 15) that are growing up way too fast.
I have been scrapping for about 3 years now and since I bought my Cricut and Design Studio software back in 2008, it really has become more of a passion than just a hobby. I confess, I am a paper addict. Any brand, any print, any time.. :O) and a layout isn't complete till it has a flower on it some where...
I find inspiration from all of the wonderful ladies that I have had the pleasure of meeting since I started scrapping.."

So.... Are you all ready to see Nanne's work? Voila!

Beautiful don't you think? I never would have thought to use the bloom dots embossing folder on the clouds... but its perfect! Now you all can see why I am so amazed with Nanne's work! Thanx Girl, for taking the time to bring us some great inspiration!
Okay everyone... you have no excuses... there is perfect inspiration for you! Get.... hurry... grab your paper... and your bug.... Scrap Crazy!
*psst... I forgot....have a great weekend!

This weeks FLOWER POWER projects!

2010-04-12T06:31:00.000-07:00

You Guessed it! Its monday again and our DT has cooked up some yummy ideas for you all!

Remember: If you would like more information on our DT projects just click on the Designers blue link to the left.... That will take you to their blogs!

Donna

RECIPE: Cuttlebug embossing folders= Victoria(purple & orange flowers),Swiss Dots(red flower & "hi")

Sabrina (expressions blog)

Set of 4 note cards...

Cuttlebug embossing folders: Spots and Dots, D'vine swirls (my 2 favorites *wink*)

Michelle

I used the round cuttlebug tag and embossed with the pop cultures circle folder and formed the flower.

Great Inspiration here this week! Thanx for comming by to take a peek! We hope you join in our challenge #3! Have a great week everyone!

P.S. Stay tuned for next week... we have a very special surprise for you all!

Weekly Inspiration

2010-04-05T06:10:00.000-07:00

We hope you all had a wonderful Easter! I am sure your kids got all the candy their stomaches could handle... I wished for everyone to have fantastic weather.... Did it work???? Because we have had snow here for days.. So It's monday again... Yay!... Here are this weeks DT FLOWER POWER projects!

Sabrina

Cuttlebug Embossing Folders used: Argyle (lg daisy), Swiss Dots (center sunflower), D'vine Swirl (sm daisy), Spots and Dots (little red flowers), Textile (little yellow flowers)

Lynne

Here is a standard size card I made for this weeks project! I used my cricut to cut the flower (used Storybook) and I embossed it with my Swiss Dots (one of my favorites)...

Suzann

Recipe: flowers are embossed one of the border frills cuttlebug border embossing folders....

Thanx for coming by.... we hope you enter our challenge... and we NEVER despise comments... ;) We will see you all next week for more FLOWER POWER projects... have a great week everyone!

To check out the DT full recipes on the projects above go check out their blogs listed to the left (click on the blue links)

Happy Easter!

2010-04-04T10:36:00.000-07:00

Happy Easter!

I decided to get all of you a golden egg! Do you like it?

Challenge #3

2010-04-01T06:19:00.000-07:00

APRIL is here! That means a new challenge here at the Cuttlebug Blog! This months THEME is FLOWER POWER! Create anything you would like with flowers and your Cuttlebug. We are all so excited that spring is on its way we thought what a perfect opportunity to share some spring inspiration.

This months yummy prize is from the new Kioshi collection from Basic Grey is absolutely beautiful and perfect for any spring theme. Oh! and don't forget the Flower Soft to give your flowers the power! Thanx to our sponsor CrazyScraps for offering up this SWEET spring package!

1- Basic Grey Kioshi 12x12 Single Paper- Rebun

1- Basic Grey Kioshi 12x12 Single Paper- Water Lily

1- Basic Grey Kioshi 12x12 Single Paper-Anason

1- Basic Grey Kioshi Glazed Brad (24 ct)

1- Flower soft Ultra Fine - Raspberry Fizz (20ml)
1- Cuttlebug Pop Culture Embossing Borders

Here are the Design Teams FLOWER POWER projects... Inspiration Galore!

Michelle

I used the Pop culture borders on the easter egg sections, and the Chicky was embossed with the Textiles embossing folder and paper pieced together. I added lots of silk flowers with metal brad centers and the corners were cut from the Fancy Corner die cuts and stickled. I also used the Pop culture borders embossing folders on various areas of my picture frame borders.

Lynne

I chose to make a stair card..I have fallen in love with making these cards and using the Pop Culture border embossing folders are great for these types of cards!! I used my cuttlebug to emboss the front paper..and used my cricut for the rest of the cuts.

Suzann

Recipe: pop culture borders cuttlebug embossing folder, Bo Bunny pattern paper,

Bazzill cardstock,CTMH blank small goodie box, prima flowers and my around the block paper tagger.

Just a little side note... i love flowers, but like them to "move" on my projects.

By paper tagging them they can "wiggle" just a little. It is my favorite way to attach flowers to any project!

Donna

RECIPE: Cuttlebug embossing folder=Pop Culture/ Cuttlebug die=Flowers/ cardstock=So Saffron(SU!), Cool Mint(Coredinations)/ patterned paper=Paisley & Petals(SEI)/ stamp=Bloom(SU!)/ ribbon(SU!).

TECHNIQUE: I embossed the Coredinations paper then sanded until enough blue came through and I cut out the flowers and curled them to stand away from the paper.

Sabrina

Recipe:

Cuttlebug embossing border: 2 Pop Culture(flower pot, flower, trim), textile (flower pot)

Cricut Design Studio: Hello Kitty Font, Opposites Attract font, Walk in my garden.

Cricut Carts used: Walk in my garden (flowers, caterpillar)

Doodlebug Bling

Martha Stewart border punch
For more information on projects made by our DT check out their blogs to the left!

So, now you know what the prize is.... And you know how to win. What are you waiting for? Join in!
Note: *don't be afraid of our new linky! It is just like Mr. Linky - But you get to see the projects posted! YAY!!!! Click on the "add your link" button and the link boxes come up just like Mr. Linky!

Winner! Challenge #2

2010-03-31T10:46:00.000-07:00

Its Drawing Day! That means we have a winner for Challenge #2! The Lucky Lady is:

4- Katie Tate This is her cute card submission: adorable

Congratulations Katie! Email me with your addy and we'll get your package out ASAP!
Grab our WINNER brag blinkie for your blog

Stay tuned tommorrow for our new Challenge!

Last of the Green Theme Inspiration!

2010-03-29T07:01:00.000-07:00

Well we are winding down the month of March and our Design Team thought that we could squeeze in one more GREEN inspiration post. We have had so much fun with our "St. Patricks Day" green this month. Thank you all who have joined in on the fun!

Donna

RECIPE: Cuttlebug embossing folders=Swiss Dots(blue scallop circle) & Bloom Dots(green strip)/ cardstock=SU! (except green)/ patterned paper=K & Company/ stamps=Hero Arts(sentiment) & Inkadinkado(birds)/ markers=Copic.

TECHNIQUE: I embossed the green cardstock which has a white core, then sanded it.

Sabrina

Recipe:

Cuttlebug embossing folder: D'vine Swirls

Cricut Cartridge: Paper Doll Dress Up

Paper: Bazzill canvas: cream, purple, brown, green

Flowers: Doodlebug (sweet shoppe assortment)

Ribbon from stash

Computer generated sentement

Pearls: Jolee's

Glamour Dust, Zig glue, pop dots

7 More Days left!

2010-03-24T07:34:00.000-07:00

Yup! Thats right 7 more days until we put Mr. Randomer to work! Get your projects in for Challenge #2 ladies... so simple... it only has to have green on it somewhere and cuttlebug usage.... Just to refresh your memories this is the prize!

Click here to win!

3- 12x12 Making Memories paper

1- Cuttlebug Embossing Folder - Bloom Dots

1- Making Memories velvet stickers - Spring White

1- Making Memories flower shop tin collection - Pastel Glitter

Happy Scrappin' and Good luck!

This weeks DT inspiration!

2010-03-22T18:01:00.000-07:00

Good afternoon everyone! I realized about 1 hour ago that I totally forgot to post this weeks inspirations by our most SPECTACULAR Design Team! Here I am thinking that everyone forgot when really.... they are so on top of it.... they had their projects done a week ago.... and I forgot... So essentially it is all my fault they are late! But... we can all keep in mind I made the promise in my commitment at the top of the blog to make mistakes! So... I guess I am on the right track! Thank you all for coming by and sharing your love with our DT! And Most thanx to the DT for putting up with my forgetfulness!

On to our still GREEN themed projects!

Suzann

Recipe: Cuttlebug embossing folders: Victoria & Morrocan Screen, DCWV Green Stack pattern paper, bazzill cardstock, Clear rain dots, "hello" stamp by Close to my Heart, buttons are creative cafe, black & mellow moss ink from stampin up.

Lynne

I made this Pluto autograph LO for a swap I am in. I used Swiss Dots on the photo corners. I added some ink so you can see the dots better. I used my Mickey Font Cart for Pluto, cut at 3 inches. I used learning curve to cut the letters out.

Sabrina

Recipe:

Cuttlebug embossing folder: Spots and Dots

Cuttlebug Die cuts: Alphabet- your not the boss (we will), love language(miss you)

Cricut Cartridges: Indy Art(butterfly)

Paper: Bazzill swiss dots (brown), green and mauve basic cs

Flower: Prima

Ink: Colorbox (brown)

Ribbon and buttons from stash

Glamour Dust: crystal (butterfly)

For more information on any of the projects posted please visit our DT blogs listed on the left. Happy Scrappin'!

Win Cricut Expressions! update

2010-03-22T12:00:00.000-07:00

*****This Contest is now Closed*****

Hey everyone! We have fantastic news. Crazyscraps has offered up a Cricut Expressions Machine and 2 cartridges to one lucky winner!
Each design team member will pick their favorite projects from the submissions. Then Crazyscraps will take those 5 favorites and pick the winner!
A project will have to be a "combination " of 2 projects that coordinate with each other. Examples: card with layout or card with gift bag or card with mini book, etc. Whatever 2 projects you would like, But remember it MUST have cuttlebug usage on it.

Here is how to win:
1st : Become a follower
2nd : Put our "follower" button (at the bottom of our blog) on your blog
3rd : Create a post on your blog telling everyone about our Cricut Giveaway
4th : Submit a coordinating project by May 5, 2010
***UPDATED*** to add:
If you do not have a blog and are not interested in having one. I am sure you have a favorite message board, or project sharing community that you are a part of. Maybe Facebook or Twitter? If you can find the perfect place to share our giveaway with your friends and family we would love to include your projects in our drawing. If this is the way you choose to share this opportunity please leave a comment with the link to where your post is!
Please only one submission per person.
We will post the winner on May 8th or 9th (Mothers Day weekend).
Good Luck to all who enter. We can't wait to see what kind of projects you all come up with.
More information here

Sanding Tutorial

2010-03-20T07:17:00.000-07:00

Good saturday morning all! We have a treat for you all this morning. Since this is a beginner cuttlebug'er blog we are going to try to post more tutorials to help us all learn new techniques! Donna has a great sanding tutorial to share with you all! So I am going to turn this thing over to her and I wish you all a Scrappy Day!

This is one of my favorite things to do with an embossed image! I hope you all enjoy this tutorial.

For this technique you will need:

1) your Cuttlebug
2) an embossing folder
3) medium-fine grit sand paper
4) paper with a white core, white on the back, OR any variety of color-core paper (ie. Coredinations) that is made for embossing & sanding.

I used my Fleur di Lis embossing folder and both types of paper(white core & color core). This is how they look after they are embossed...looks good, but wait until they get sanded!

Begin sanding lightly in a circular motion, adding more pressure as desired. The more you sand, the more the image comes through!

This is the end result. The light green paper has a white core and the brown paper has a green core. I think they both look great!

Thanks,
Donna

More Green Inspiration From The DT

2010-03-14T21:14:00.000-07:00

Each week we will post more inspiration from our DT. We want to get your creativity flowing. We are still with the Green theme and this is what our DT came up with!

Donna

Sentement: Let the relaxation begin, Happy Retirement

Recipe: Cuttlebug embossing folder=Fleur di Lis/ cardstock=Kiwi Kiss, Naturals White(SU!)/ ColorCore Cardstock=Key Lime(Coredinations)/ stamps=Chairs to You(Flourishes) & sentiment(SU!)/ markers=Copic.

Technique: I embossed the ColorCore paper with the Fleur de Lis embossing folder and my Cuttlebug. I then sanded the surface to bring out the green core...the more you sand, the more color will show through! I chose this folder because it reminds me of wallpaper and I thought it would look cute with the chair!

Michelle

Easel Card

Recipe: Leaves cut from a sizzix die, chalked and shaped into a heart. I embossed with one of the Fancy Corners embossing folders. The owl is a Cricut image that I flocked and added crystal jewels for the eyes. The tree trunk was embossed with the Distressed Lines embossing folder. I also added were green crystal jewels, rub on lettering and organza ribbon.

Sabrina

Baby Shower guest page

Recipe:

Cricut Cartridges : Mini Monograms(Baby blocks), Paper Doll Dress Up (rocking horse), Doodlecharms (baby bottle and teddy bear), Mickey and Friends (train), Walk in my Garden (flowers), George and basic shapes (hearts), Home Decor (blue whimsicals)

Cuttlebug Embossing Folders : Swiss Dots, D'vine Swirls, Argyle

Paper : All pastels basic cs, Background from stash, pc hug bug (horse)
Ink : Color box (brown)

Bling : Doodlebug

For more information on any of the projects posted please visit our DT blogs listed on the left. Happy Scrappin'!

2010-03-13T08:17:00.000-08:00

Look what I just came across while shopping at CrazyScraps
JW DEALS ** Deal of the Day ***
Fancy Pants Cuttlebug Alphabet Set

These 2" x 6" alphabet dies contain complete alphabets,
as well as complementary numbers and shapes.

Sets include 10 dies
Dies are approximately 1 to 1 1/2" tall
Reg price $80.00

Their price $24.00

Do you know that is 70% off. Now thats a great deal! I almost feel like I am stealing it... lol

Challenge #2

2010-03-04T18:42:00.000-08:00

Hey all you Cuttlebug'ers! Its a new month and so we have a new challenge! Since it is March we decided that the challenge would be all about GREEN! You can put a little or alot of green on your cards but it must have green! It also must have Cuttlebug usage somewhere!
This months scrumptious grab is :

3- 12x12 Making Memories paper

1- Cuttlebug Embossing Folder - Bloom Dots

1- Making Memories velvet stickers - Spring White

1- Making Memories flower shop tin collection - Pastel Glitter

THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR CRAZYSCRAPS!

Here is what our DT came up with for inspiration:

Suzann

Technique: I embossed paper flowers with Swiss Dots folder & I embossed the clear "U" with Swiss Dots folder. Technique: I embossed white Bazzill cardstock, then rubbed my ink pad over the raised dots to create a inked effect I also applied ink to the outer portion of the card.

Recipe: D'vine Swirls & Swiss Dots cuttlebug embossing folders, Bazzill White Cardstock, Wasabi Stampin Up ink, Mambi Green Bling, Lil' Davis "u" glitter clear alpha, Lime green prima flowers, creative imaginations printed paper, autumn leaves swirl stamp & close to my heart chocolate alphabet stamp set.

Donna

Recipe: Cuttlebug embossing folder=Tiny Bubbles/ Cuttlebug die=Scallop Flower (trees)/ stamp=Hero Arts (sentiment)/ patterned paper=K & Company/ cardstock=SU! Certainly Celery

Technique: I embossed paper with a white core & then sanded it lightly to create the white dots.

Michelle

"Friends 4 ever" I used DCWV embossed paper, and various other patterned papers. All three critters were cut out and paper pieced together. I embossed the turtle shell with diamonds in the rough , the turtle body was embossed with spots & dots, and the bee wings were embossed with d'vine swirls. I also used color bok olive ink and QQ-green w/envy ink pad. The lettering was cut from Hippie Chick die set, and the paper flowers are from Making Memories.

Lynne

I bought this little wooden "purse/bag" from Michael's for a dollar!! I painted it and added some gold glimmer mist (I wasn't sure how it would be on wood but it is okay)..I used my scribble flower cuttlebug die to cut my flower.. the inside layer is some flocked paper and then the outside is just white card stock. I used some rik rac to make the "stems"...I think this would be a great way to give a gift to someone.. instead of the traditional gift bag..

Sabrina

Cricut Carts: Paper Doll Dress Up (leprechan), Mini Monograms (circle)

Cuttlebug Embossing Folders: Traffic Jam (background) and Argyle (hat) Offray Green ribbon

Paper: lt and dk green cs, yellow cs, black cs, peach cs

Ink: Studio g (dk green), Martha Stewart (white)

Pens: Crayola (black-face/hat), Jelly Roll (white-eyes), atyou Spica (blue-eyes/gold-hat) computer generated saying w/ swirl stamps from studio g doodlecharms bling (green)
All you have to do to win is submit a card using Mr. Linky below (please use a direct link back to your submission) and on March 31st We will put Mr. Randomer to work !

We can't wait to see all your creations! So get busy with all that GREEN!< For more green theme inspiration click here
OR HERE

Introducing our new Design Team!

2010-03-01T06:14:00.000-08:00

I can't believe it is March 1st already! Wow how time flies! So today is the official DT announcement day. We had an overwhelming amount of readers apply for these positions. I wish I could have you all. But I decided that 4 should be a perfect fit for now. I hope to have some of the many applicants as guest designers,soon! So thank you to all who applied.
The Cuttlebug Blog's new design team is:
Donna this is her blog       Cards & Stuff
Lynne this is her blog        Scrap This Craft That
Suzann this is her blog       One Busy Mom
Michelle this is her blog    Baibee Cake Creations
Congradulations Ladies!
These ladies are very crafty and are going to inspire you all. I plan on putting them straight to work....

LOL Enjoy your monday everyone!

DT Announcement

2010-02-28T09:09:00.000-08:00

Opps! I forgot that I put today as announcment day I was thinking it was tommorrow... so I am letting you all know your new DT will be announced tommorrow. For all the applicants: please check your email!

Thank you all!

Winners! Challenge #1

2010-02-28T07:16:00.000-08:00

Good Morning Everyone! Well its drawing day and since we only had 3 entries :( we decided all 3 of you lovely ladies win! Yay! So congratulations Lynne, Patricia, and Donna! Email me with your addresses HERE.
We will be introducing our new Design Team tommorrow and then the fun will really begin...***giggle***
Thanx all for playing have a great day!

Spread the Word!

2010-02-21T08:50:00.000-08:00

Hey Everyone! Wheres all your green and gold hiding? We are making it WAY to easy for Lynne and Patricia. ***giggle*** Even if you have this folder you could give it as a gift. I am excited to see all of your creations and I need some inspiration myself. So please don't feel shy (remember... beginners are welcome)... and enter to WIN! Free stuff is always awesome!
**Update on our DT entries**.... We have had a great response to our DT call out. I guess everone LOVES thier Cuttlebugs! There is only 1 week left to enter so if you are interested please don't hesitate, email me! Enjoy!

Mr. Linky problems :(

2010-02-08T07:38:00.000-08:00

****UPDATE**** He's all fixed! YAY!!!!
Hey all... It looks like Mr. Linky is having issues today... I have looked around and he has dissapeared from everyones blogs... I don't know what happened but be patient and check back later... maybe it will fix itself... (x fingers!)
Have a great day!
Sabrina

Challenge #1

2010-02-06T13:57:00.000-08:00

Hey Everyone! Wow! Our first challenge here at the cuttlebug blog... I am super excited!

Our sponsor CrazyScraps has offered up this yummy little embossing folder for 2 lucky winners!

D'vine Swirl

Our challenge for this month will be to use at least one cuttlebug embossing folder/border and the colors GREEN & GOLD! Yup you guessed it for St. Patty's Day!

Here is an example for you!

Sabrina

To enter this week's random drawing simply share your design with the Cuttlebug blog readers by using Mr. Linky below! Please use a direct link to your card so the readers can easily find it.

We will have Mr. Randomer pick 2 numbers on March 1, 2010! Good Luck All!

My own little blog hop page 2!

2010-01-31T08:14:00.000-08:00

Hey everyone! If you missed page 1 on the Cricut Blog go there first!
So here is page 2!

Recipe:

Cricut Carts used: George and basic shapes (star), Home Decor (swirly)

Cuttlebug embossing folder: D'vine Swirls (star and polka dot mat)

Paper: Orange cs (base), Rusty Pickle (scalloped mat, polka dot, stars and stripes), Bazzill Bling (swirly), black cs (shadow swirly), golden cs (star)

PC Hug Bug: computer generated image (monkey and "born to be wild")

Ink: Martha Stewart (brown and black)

Prima flowers , bling from stash, Monkey embellie from stash.

I think thats all for this page... if you want to see the final page hop on over to Expressions on Paper!

TYFL, Enjoy!

Greeting cards

2010-01-28T17:11:00.000-08:00

Here are 2 quick cards I put together!

Recipe "Lets Celebrate":

Cuttlebug Embossing Folder = Traffic Jam
Cuttlebug Die Cuts 2x2 = Birthday (baloons and hats)
Paper = neon green cs, dk purple cs, lt purple cs, tan cs, misc background

Stamp = Stampindous

Ink = Studio g (purple)

purple ribbon, eyelets from stash

Recipe "Birthday":

Cuttlebug embossing folder = Spots and Dots

Images = PC Hug bug

Paper = mauve cs, yellow cs

Yellow ribbon from stash

Ink = Martha Stewert (silver)

TYFL

Packages in the mail!

2010-01-28T07:02:00.000-08:00

I love getting packages in the mail. It feels almost like Christmas! I could get soooo in trouble shopping on line.
So yesterday I was feeling all annoyed and on my way home I stopped to check the mail. My package from CrazyScraps had arrived. YAY! Instantly I felt better. ***giggle*** Nine new embossing folders to play with (spots and dots, my fav!). And some cranberry ink (just in time for valentines day). I can't wait for the weekend.
Well thats my news for today! Hope you all have a great day, since we are on the downhill side of the week!
Enjoy!

Challenges

2010-01-19T06:50:00.000-08:00

Its all about PINK over at PTW. Which is great because I love pink. And over at Practical Scrappers its all about EMBOSSING. So I think this one covers both. Yay!
Here is a valentine I made! Enjoy, TFL

Recipe:
Cuttlebug Organic Flourish Embossing Border = top and bottom
Cuttlebug Love Language card making combo = xo's, hugs and kisses
Cricut Cartridge = Indy Art (lips)
Paper = Printed from PC Hug bug (*surprise ;), pale pink cs, dk pink polka dot
Ink = Martha Stewart (pink)
Embellies from stash

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2010-01-18T08:46:00.000-08:00

If you are here you have made the first step toward becomming a Design Team Member! Congrats!
We will post challenges on a monthly basis, you need to be able to meet the deadline for projects. I suggest that you have at least 5 different embossing folders if not more. You need to have a blog so that you can post your creations and inspiration and/or any tutorials you would like to share. If you are interested please follow the instructions below to be considered....
The first step is to become a follower. The second step is to pick your favorite project (with Cuttlebug usage) and email it to me HERE with a simple "About Me" paragraph, how many folders you have, whats your favorite technique using cuttlebug (if you know ;), and a link to your blog! The third and final step is to leave a comment here. Its that easy!

Are you asking yourself "What do I get?"

CrazyScraps.com has graciously agreed to be our monthly sponsor! Wow, we already have a great sponsor! THANKS a bunch CrazyScraps! So don't forget to pop on over and check out what they have to create with.
As a Design Team Member you will receive Cuttlebug stuff monthly to use on your designs. You also get to put "DT" after your name, learn new concepts, teach new concepts, and grow as a crafter/blogger!
We will announce the new design team Feburary 28, 2010!
Thank you so much for your interest and I wish you luck in all your endevors!
Sabrina

Simplicity

2010-01-17T07:29:00.000-08:00

This is a great and simple card! I love the bling.... I think it brings out the flowers!

Recipe:

With Love embossing border = flowers

Paper = Brown cs, Pink cs

Stamp = Hero Arts

Ink = Ink it up (brown and black)

Bling = from stash

Simply emboss both top and bottom of brown cs and corners on pink cs, place stamp, ink around edges of cs (black on the brown and brown on the pink), add Bling where needed!

Nice, easy, fast!

TYFL, Enjoy!

Baby Shower Invitations

2010-01-03T12:07:00.000-08:00

My Best friend Adrianne is going to have her second baby after many years of trying.
We are so happy for her! These are the baby invitations I came up with from my stash of goodies...

plus my NEW cuttlebug machine *giggle*

Recipe:

Paper = off white cs (background)

Image and invite saying aquired from internet & printed on plain white cardstock

Tiny Mosiac embossing = Background

Ink = Martha Stewart (stackables) green, blue, dk blue, red, brown, black

Ribbon from my stash

Glue = elmers (ha ha works great), Hot glue (ribbon and embellies)

The cute little embelishments have been in my stash for ages! I finally found a reason to use them!

I inked around all edges of all paper. Color coordinating individually.

I hope the ladies that are invited to this shower love their invites! I think there are 30 to be made so I have my work cut out for me.... But it's the least I could do for my best friend.... right?

Thank you for stopping by, hope to hear from you! Enjoy!

Don't Croak!

2010-01-03T07:53:00.000-08:00

When I saw this little froggie I knew I had to make a card with him. He is so cute! This is a birthday card and the inside will say "Eat Cake"!

Recipe:

Paper = Green Bazzill Bling

Cuttlebug Embossing Folder (tiny mosaic) = Background

Digital Download (forgot where) = Frog Image

Ink = Ink it up

TYFL, Enjoy!

My first Cuttlebug Card

2009-12-28T18:25:00.000-08:00

Sorry the pic didn't turn out so well. I thought this was a cute and simple card for a friend. The message says " Memories- Treasure the momtents, Savor the past, Remember".

Recipe:

Cuttlebug embossing folder (flower circle) = flower

Hero Arts stamp (anyone can stamp) = message

atyou Spica pens = color in flower

Cardstock = mauve

TYFL!

Stop and Smell the Flowers!

2009-12-28T18:20:00.000-08:00

Since no one ever brings me flowers I thought I would make some for myself! It cheer'd me up! I love flowers! They're so pretty!

Side View!

Recipe:
* Walk in My Garden Cricut Cartridge = Flowers, Stems, Vase
* Cuttlebug Embossing Folder (love language) = Flowers, (textile) = vase
* Ink it up ink (black) = Vase
* Color box chalk (chestnut roan) = Flowers
* doodlebug design inc.(bright assort) = jewels
* Cardstock = bazzill bling (vase), yellow, pink, purple, 3 different greens (stems)
* Puffy adhesive squares
I cut the vase out at 5" then used textile embossing folder and while it was still in folder I used black ink to bring out the design. Note: apply softly, trying to only bring out design
I then cut the flowers and stems ranging from 3" to 1.5" and different colors, then I used love language embossing folder on them, again while still in the folder I used chestnut roan and lightly applied to bring out heart design. I then arranged the flowers how I liked and glued! I used puffy squares to add some depth.

TYFL! Enjoy!

Hello Princess!

2009-12-28T09:36:00.000-08:00

Hey All! So I got a Cuttlebug for Christmas this year... I have wanted one FOREVER! I also got Hello Kitty Cricut Cartridge (and home accents) so here is a layout to start off the Cuttlebug Blog!

Recipe:

*Hello Kitty Cartridge = Kitty, letters & flowers
*Home Accents Cartridge = embelishment top left
*Cuttlebug (love language) embossing folder = picture mat & "Hello" letters
*Cardstock = white, black, yellow, purple, pink
*Misc paper = page
*Studio g ink (purple) = flowers, edge of page
*Ink it up ink (black) = edge of page
TYFL, and Happy Embossing!

Comming Soon!

2009-12-09T13:54:00.000-08:00

Hey Ladies! Thank you for popping by.... We are currently under new construction and will be posting new ideas and info soon! So go ahead and be a follower!
See you Soon!

2008-07-17T07:05:00.001-07:00

Hello cuttlebug lovers

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LOOK what I found !!! Cuttlebug Mats 50% OFF THE BIG ONES...

Happy Birthday Sabrina!!

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News update

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And the WINNER is....

Who is READY TO WIN SOME GOODIES!!

Hello Fellow Crafters!!

Some more Stars and Stripes Inspiration for You!

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Reminder

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Heat Embossing Tutorial

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Giveaway!

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Guitar Hero Challenge Prize

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Winner Winner Winner!!!

RE: Wacky Wednesday Wonders

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Winner! Winner! Winner!

*NEW* Cuttlebug Quilling Kits!

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Challenge #4

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Winner! Winner! Winner!

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Saturday Surprise!

This weeks FLOWER POWER projects!

Weekly Inspiration

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Challenge #3

Winner! Challenge #2

Last of the Green Theme Inspiration!

7 More Days left!

This weeks DT inspiration!

Win Cricut Expressions! **update**

Sanding Tutorial

More Green Inspiration From The DT

Challenge #2

Introducing our new Design Team!

DT Announcement

Winners! Challenge #1

Spread the Word!

Mr. Linky problems :(

Challenge #1

My own little blog hop page 2!

Greeting cards

Packages in the mail!

Challenges

****CLOSED******

NEW Cuttlebug Quilling Kits!

Win Cricut Expressions! update

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