tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8975153753069384212024-03-13T06:29:00.032-04:00New England Paper Crafts"Ensuring the inspiring world of paper crafts continues to bloom ~"Laurel Lee Pollardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05987265854426383373noreply@blogger.comBlogger62125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-897515375306938421.post-19293992203758497732015-04-29T16:10:00.001-04:002015-04-29T16:15:56.733-04:00Let's GO! National Stationary Show 2015Hello, Gorgeouses! YES, the incomparable <b><a href="http://www.nationalstationeryshow.com/Home/tabid/37/Default.aspx" target="_blank">National Stationary Show</a></b> is on the horizon ~<br />
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The National Stationary Show is THE annual event for professional paper enthusiasts. To-the-trade, only, and hosted in the heart of New York City, this is the event that stationers, party planners and trend watchers love to attend. <br />
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Many of our traditional vendors will be showing off their newest introductions ~</div>
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. . . and we'll have the opportunity to feature the most inspiring independent vendors available in the marketplace.<br />
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Of course, much of our work is keeping ahead of the trends. 2014 was FILLED with gold . . .<br />
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. . . refreshing neon . . .<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>New England's <a href="http://parrottdesignstudio.com/pages/about-us" target="_blank">Parrott Design Studio</a></b></td></tr>
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. . . earthy naturals (which I must say, are PERFECT for <a href="http://somethingbluemaine.com/" target="_blank"><i>Maine destination weddings</i></a>) . . . </div>
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. . . and splashy watercolor.<br />
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The DIY trend expanded further from the National Stationary Show in 2014. There were plenty of goods introduced that would satisfy the serious maker . . .<br />
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. . . to fully formed kits for the DIY bride . . .</div>
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. . . with lots of creative kits that appealed to the younger set, as well.<br />
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Of course, for all of these wonderfully inspirational ideas to satisfy the most demanding of clients, the blazing opportunities available at the National Stationary Show still remain: distinctive correspondence and event planning resources.<br />
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Remember, my New England friends, you can still book one of the few remaining 'round trip tickets available for May 17 - 20th on <a href="http://www.amtrak.com/acela-express-train" target="_blank"><b><i>Amtrak's Acela train</i></b></a> from Boston's South Station. NSS' {FREE} shuttle will whisk you from Penn Station and deliver you directly to the Javits Center's front door. </div>
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** Be sure to congratulate New Hampshire's <b><a href="http://jennskistudio.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Jenn Ski</a></b>, is a finalist for a Louie Award! We've been featuring her work for years on NEPC, and we're <i>THRILLED</i> to see her major talent acknowledged by such a huge honor. **</div>
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<br />Laurel Lee Pollardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05987265854426383373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-897515375306938421.post-10674336476330225392014-10-10T08:56:00.001-04:002014-10-10T08:56:43.004-04:002014 CHA Paper Arts Show - Part VIII<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
Hello, Georgeouses! Welcome back to another peek into the 2014 Craft and Hobby Association Paper Arts Show. If you want to start from the beginning, find <b><i><u><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2014/08/2014-cha-paper-arts-show-part-1.html" target="_blank">Part I HERE ~</a></u></i></b></div>
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Here's my final peek into the <b><i><u><a href="http://www.sizzix.com/home" target="_blank">Sizzix booth.</a></u></i></b> There is so much craft inspiration that begins with die cutting and it's so FAST and EASY - everyone's doing it!</div>
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<a href="http://www.loriwhitlock.com/blog/" target="_blank"><b><i>Lori Whitlock</i></b></a>, famous for her digital cut files, has come out with a terrific {NEW} die collection for Sizzix. Her designs are a perfect place to start if you're new to die-cutting. She's brought out the basics with a fresh twist - and they're available for shipment in November.</div>
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From card making, packaging, mini-album & pocket-page scrapbooking (I'm totally hooked), and coordinating stamp and die sets (which I believe is the most amazing thing to happen to stamping), Lori Whitlock has a fantastically well-rounded collection.<br />
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The projects in the booth that were designed with Lori Whitlock's new collection really did a remarkable job highlighting their versatility. Fantastic work!<br />
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Many of you remember <a href="http://youtu.be/bQPrdsFAe8k" target="_blank"><b><i>Rachel Bright's innovative work with "Life Made Simple"</i></b></a> pocket page die-cutting collection which debuted this spring. Here, she embraces the traditional with her "Winter Collection."<br />
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Classic die-cuts, overlays and embossing folders that will enable your work to stand out this holiday season.<br />
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The BIG items for me were Rachel Bright's Basketweave Stars and Scallop Stars Thinlits dies. I was so thankful to see them - what great dies for your collection. These dies will give YEARS of service - can't you just see them being used to create coordinating decorations for weddings, birthdays and holidays? Man, these are GREAT! Terrific job, Rachel ~</div>
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<b><i><u><a href="http://youtu.be/YLZMaVL7Crw" target="_blank">Susan Tierney-Cockburn</a></u></i></b> is THE artist when you want to create realistic floral accents. Check out my original post introducing her collection with a Fairy theme <a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2013/09/fairy-themed-inspire-new-england-paper.html" target="_blank"><b><i>HERE.</i></b></a><br />
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Her designs married with Sizzix's remarkable products are a match made in heaven. Look at these samples!<br />
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Amazing! and what's <i>TRULY</i> amazing is that it is absolutely possible for each and every person to recreate this work - that's the beauty of die-cutting!<br />
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I can't encourage you enough to expand from die-cutting traditional shapes into trying Susan Tierney-Cockburn's 3-dimensional designs. Cut at Home has a <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2ydUZNs_LspgBJ1NqLH21M4cGIUG6Rrv" target="_blank"><b><i>library of Susan's videos available</i></b></a> to walk you through the process, step-by-step.<br />
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Sizzix offers a terrific set of Susan Tierney-Cockburn's remarkable paper art tools that make these creations a joy to make. You've GOT to try making these delightful creations yourself! #DieCuttingIsEasy!<br />
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<a href="http://youtu.be/F8xVj3ednSI" target="_blank"><b><i>Jo Packham,</i></b></a> the force behind "Where Women" publications, has brought her design ideas to Sizzix with <a href="http://www.sizzix.com/shop/where-women-cook" target="_blank"><b><i>"Where Women Cook."</i></b></a><br />
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As you can imagine, her collection offers excellent options for tags and packaging specifically design for the kitchen. These {NEW} dies have begun shipping in October, so many should be available in stores NOW - just in time for our holiday entertaining season!<br />
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Oh, <a href="http://www.sizzix.com/shop/stephanie-barnard" target="_blank"><b><i>Stephanie Barnard </i></b></a>- what can I say?? She's one of the hardest working women in the craft industry. For those of you that follow me on social media, you know that my little Susan is a MAJOR Stephanie Barnard enthusiast!<br />
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Stephanie has a bright and shining attitude and it really shows in her work. <br />
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Her designs are quite card-centric, but, as we all know, they transition into other projects very nicely.<br />
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She has a huge line of "Stand-ups," "Step-ups," as well as "Flip-its" card dies.<br />
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With just a few of these on hand, you'll be SET for those last-minute card making emergencies! <br />
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Of course, Stephanie Barnard has a full-blown extravaganza when it comes to embellishing those cards with stamps & die cuts. Her look is young, happy and delightful - and we just can't get enough of her work!<br />
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I'm so {thankful} Marissa Pawelko has her "Modern Surrealist" collection with Sizzix. With it, she brings a young, hip look front and center of the crafting scene.<br />
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For those of you that struggle to find engaging projects for your tween, or tween at heart, this collection is for YOU!<br />
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Where else can you go find all these fantastic designs to work with our glowing neon and bling?<br />
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Best of all, Marissa Pawelko's designs all work with Sizzix's {NEW} <i style="font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://www.sizzix.com/shop/sophisticut" target="_blank">SophistiCut Die Cutting Machine</a>. </i>The machine may look like a darling purse, but with one click, it turns into a super-duper die-cutter. </div>
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Matched with Sizzix steel ruled Original dies, the SophistiCut can cut clean designs through chipboard, acrylic, leather, craft metal and certainly one of Marissa's favorite materials - <b><i><u><a href="http://www.rowlux.com/" target="_blank">Rowlux!</a></u></i></b></div>
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So bring ON those feisty tweens! Marisa Pawelko's Modern Surrealist has JUST the supplies they need to express themselves to their crafty limits.<br />
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Sizzix has set the bar for electronic die-cutting. I'm telling you, the Sizzix eclips is THE piece of equipment every artist should own.<br />
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Kevin Corcoran and his team at Sizzix have created a remarkable quality product. They respect the demands of "Makers," and work tirelessly to anticipate our needs. From experience: this product is a MUST HAVE. I have an eclips in my studio and I just love, love, LOVE it. <br />
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** The <b><a href="http://youtu.be/y4zh2rKv8ws" target="_blank"><i>eclips2 has launched</i></a></b> and I will certainly be upgrading to take advantage of it's expanded design capabilities and enhanced motor. Sizzix has ALL the details relating to this newly redesigned version on their <a href="http://www.sizzix.com/eclips2" style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">website.</a> LOOK at that precise detail:<br />
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It truly is amazing what can die-cutting is capable of. Sizzix offers a broad esthetic, to put it mildly. What an amazing collection that Sizzix has put together for us leading into the 2014 Holiday Season!<br />
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It's always an honor to work with the Sizzix team, and it's a pleasure to be able to share their {NEW} designs and inspiration with you.<br />
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YES, I have one final post from the floor of the 2014 Craft and Hobby Association coming up. The fun continues, here, at New England Paper Crafts!<br />
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Welcome back to MORE from the 2014 CHA Paper Arts Show. If you would like to start the series from the beginning, you can find plenty from-the-show-floor photos starting with <b><u><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2014/08/2014-cha-paper-arts-show-part-1.html" target="_blank"><i>Part I</i> HERE.</a></u></b><br />
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TODAY is the day we get to spend with ALL that is <b><a href="http://www.sizzix.com/catalog#facets=exclusive~tim-holtz-alterations-fall-halloween-2014" target="_blank">Sizzix's <i>Tim Holtz Alterations</i></a></b> for the holidays!<br />
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I was thrilled to meet <b><i><a href="http://www.sizzix.com/catalog#facets=artist~debi-adams-sizzix&ideas=1" target="_blank">Sizzix in-house designer, Debi Adams.</a></i></b> She was an integral part of designing the layout of the Sizzix booth at the show. I couldn't have been {HAPPIER} to see the work she designed by creating the dynamic display pieces for <b><i><a href="http://timholtz.com/new-2014-products-sizzix-alterations/" target="_blank">Tim Holtz's *NEW* seasonal release of Alterations Dies. </a></i></b><br />
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Debi did a remarkable job re-interpreting the classic design that Tim Holtz is famous for. Unless you have been living under a creative rock, you know Tim's Distress style. Here, Debi has lightened the whole <i>Tim Holtz Alterations</i> look for the Holidays.<br />
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Isn't this <i>SCRUMPTIOUS? Great work, Debi!</i></div>
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I'm feeling a more Victorian style with Debi's work with Tim Holtz new designs - even moving into Vintage at times, aren't you?</div>
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This is a true piece of art, wouldn't you agree? And the best part? With the tools from Sizzix, we can ALL easily recreate Debi's work. Their dies make art accessible for all of us ~<br />
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Debi created a wonderful collection using Tim's new "Seasons Greetings" that really exposes the versatility of this collection. "Season's Greetings" Texture Fades Embossing folder:</div>
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"Seasons Greetings" Stamp & Framelit set:<br />
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Isn't it amazing how distinctive each card is? By just changing up the supplies, using the same Sizzix tools, the style is COMPLETELY different.<br />
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Debe requested the *famous* Tim Holtz "Tattered Pinecone" Alterations Die be introduced in a larger size. THX for pulling through for her, Tim - this die is going to be used to create terrific home decor items for YEARS to come.<br />
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Fiber art is really coming into it's own and Tim Holtz features the trend with his "Holiday Knits" Texture Fades Embossing Folders.<br />
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I love how Debi worked up this clipboard as a home decor piece <i>(Read: Christmas gift-giving idea)</i>.<br />
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Tim's Stacked Snowflake is AMAZING! and because it is a Sizzix steel-ruled die, it can cut a remarkable amount of options: paper, vinyl, chipboard, grungeboard, glitter board, foils, leather . . . Anything scissors can cut, Sizzix's steel-ruled dies can cut.<br />
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Debi hosted a demo that featured Tim's Thinlits dies as she made up a beautiful tag for me . . .<br />
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. . . featuring Tim's *NEW* "Knock Out" dies . . .<br />
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. . . and offered a terrific idea while using Tim's "Holiday Words Script." Line your paper with with double sided adhesive <i>before</i> you die cut in order to adhere the intricate design to your project quickly and easily.<br />
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<b><i><u><a href="https://www.xyron.com/en-US/" target="_blank">Xyron were the adhesive products of choice</a></u></i></b> for this technique ~<br />
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It's amazing to see how much detail Tim's "Layered Snowflake" Texture Fade Embossing Folder lent to the project . . .<br />
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Adding a brush of <b><i><u><a href="http://rangerink.com/?product=tim-holtz-distress-ink-minis-aug" target="_blank">Tim's Distress Ink by Ranger Ink</a></u></i></b> . . .<br />
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. . . a quick and easy project becomes a keepsake to enjoy for years to come.<br />
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Thankfully, Tim Holtz has numerous introductions for my favorite season: Fall. Again, I was so {HAPPY} to see his designs worked up as Home Decor pieces. <br />
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Oh, look at that pumpkin! I'm seeing Thanksgiving Dinner placeholders, a decorative element on the front of a wicker basket, or as the statement piece of a care package that's going to warm the heart of a hard-working college student. With designs like these from Tim Holtz, you really CAN create heirloom pieces that can be enjoyed for generations.</div>
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Remember: #DieCuttingIsEasy! For a wonderful introduction to the unlimited possibilities of die cutting, check out <b><i><u><a href="http://youtu.be/1DHNtNMQBMs" target="_blank">THIS VIDEO</a></u></i></b> using the Sizzix Big Shot die cutting machine with their signature steel rule dies on their YouTube channel.<br />
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Be sure to check out <b><i><u><a href="http://doodlesinmysketchpad.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Debi Adams' blog</a></u></i></b> for additional inspiration, too. If you want a bit of a peek into the life of a Sizzix in-house designer, she's laid out a great perspective for you over there.<br />
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At New England Paper Crafts, we've enjoyed peeks into the Sizzix booth at the 2014 CHA Paper Arts Show with <b><i><u><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2014/08/2014-cha-paper-arts-show-part-v.html" target="_blank">Eileen Hull</a></u></i></b>, <b><i><u><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2014/08/2014-cha-paper-arts-show-part-vi.html" target="_blank">Stephanie Ackerman</a></u></i></b> and now Debi Adams for Tim Holtz. There's even MORE on the way from Sizzix in my next post. See you then ~<br />
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Laurel Lee Pollardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05987265854426383373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-897515375306938421.post-75326178821457555512014-08-22T08:05:00.000-04:002014-08-22T08:05:28.226-04:002014 CHA Paper Arts Show - Part VIHello, Gorgeouses!<br />
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Welcome back to the Sizzix Booth at the <b><i><a href="https://www.craftandhobby.org/eweb//DynamicPage.aspx?Site=CHA&WebKey=8ba00d88-454d-448b-a749-1aee3ec176a1" target="_blank">2014 Craft and Hobby Association Paper Arts Show,</a></i></b> held July 29 - 31st in Atlanta, Georgia. If you want to check out ALL the action from the show, you can begin by touring the show with me at New England Paper Crafts' CHA Part I by <b><i><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2014/08/2014-cha-paper-arts-show-part-1.html" target="_blank">starting HERE ~</a></i></b><br />
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My second stop in the Sizzix Booth was truly remarkable. Oh, how fantastic it was to be able to gain inspiration from <b><i><a href="http://homegrownhospitality.typepad.com/homegrown_hospitality/2011/07/hi-my-name-is-stephanie-ackerman.html" target="_blank">Sizzix Designer, Stephanie Ackerman!</a></i></b> Her "Homegrown and Handmade" line really speaks to me, and I believe it will resonate with many of my fellow New England crafters, as well.<br />
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Stephanie explained to me that she designed this line as a broad-spectrum "creative foundation" for a wide variety of crafting projects. She takes advantage of Sizzix's steel-ruled dies in order to cut dynamic foam designs . . .<br />
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. . . which she uses to create these versatile projects. What a terrific opportunity to be able to prepare your own foam stamps with Sizzix's steel ruled dies - on demand, anytime, and as many times as you need them <i>(Read: prepping classes)</i>!<br />
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LOOK at what can be interpreted with Stephanie's "Homegrown and Handmade" when artists and crafters look beyond die cutting paper and use her dies to their full potential. Consider them "doodle tools." <br />
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Stephanie was one BUSY lady as she demonstrated at the show. <br />
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Her dies were getting a workout as she worked up numerous projects from her "Homegrown and Handmade" collection with felt. Can't you just see these designs worked up for our young ones in *NEON?* My babes would {LOVE} Stephanie's fresh designs, too ~<br />
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Can you see that needlework in the background? Stephanie used her stamps from her "Homegrown and Handmade" collection to transfer the design onto fabric as a pattern for her customized work. What an heirloom piece it is, now ~<br />
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Sizzix's steel ruled dies are incredibly versatile - well past the paper arts. As many of our Indie Paper Arts Retailers move toward incorporating other art forms into their offerings through mixed media, Sizzix will continue to be a strong brand.</div>
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Stephanie Ackerman's work releases Sizzix's design potential throughout her website dedicated to "Homegrown and Handmade" style, including interpretations though <b><i><a href="http://homegrownhospitality.typepad.com/homegrown_hospitality/" target="_blank">doodling, mixed media and stitching.</a></i></b> I encourage you delve into it - and don't forget to check out her <a href="http://homegrownhospitality.typepad.com/homegrown_hospitality/online-in-store-class-information.html" target="_blank"><b style="font-style: italic;">online classes</b><i>,</i> </a>featured over there too!</div>
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I have much MORE from the Sizzix booth at the 2014 CHA Paper Arts Show coming up - I'll meet you right back here at New England Paper Crafts with more designs and insights you are just going to LOVE! <br />
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There has been so much CHA Paper Arts Show to report on New England Paper Crafts. You can start at the beginning of my report from <b><i><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2014/08/2014-cha-paper-arts-show-part-1.html" target="_blank">Part 1 HERE.</a></i></b></div>
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The final day of the <b><i><a href="https://www.craftandhobby.org/eweb//DynamicPage.aspx?Site=CHA&WebKey=8ba00d88-454d-448b-a749-1aee3ec176a1" target="_blank">CHA Paper Arts Show</a></i></b> began with CHA Paper Arts Section hosting the "Jumpstart Session: Paper Trends - Taking it Off the Page." The retailer-to-retailer open roundtable discussion was a fantastic opportunity to have a generous dialogue about "what's working and what's not."</div>
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The discussions were moderated by Paula Jones, head of CHA International Membership and go-to industry insider for the CHA Paper Art Industry Leadership Team. </div>
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There was an enlightening discussion relating to the success of offering kids' classes, how to make the most of working through the local school systems. Conversations relating to paper trends, such as Zentangle and the demand for custom work for local colleges' Greek communities were enlightening. Many thanks to our generous sponsor, Sizzix/Ellison, for making this event possible.</div>
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Following the Retailer Roundtable, my first stop of my final day at the Paper Arts Show was, in fact, the <b><i><a href="http://www.sizzix.com/home" target="_blank">Sizzix</a></i></b> Booth. The wide breath of their product line is extensive, to say the least. Moreover, I believe that their product line offers incredibly versatile tools, and that the work that Sizzix does is a true service to Makers across the broad spectrum of the crafting industry.</div>
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Coupling these points with the fresh design inspirations Sizzix had on display at the show, and the amount of designers that were so gracious to share their time and valuable insights, I will be taking the next few photo-heavy posts to cover the Sizzix Booth ~</div>
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Immediately upon entering the booth, I caught up with<i> </i><a href="http://craftandhobby.wordpress.com/2014/07/29/good-afternoon-from-atlanta/" style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">CHA guest blogger, Terri Burson</a><b style="font-style: italic;">,</b> the <b style="font-style: italic;">v</b>ery talented crafter from <a href="http://mountainplainscrafters2.blogspot.com/" style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">Mountain Plains Crafters . . . </a> and introduced her to . . .<br />
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. . . <b><i><a href="http://www.sizzix.com/shop/eileen-hull" target="_blank">Sizzix Designer, Eileen Hull!</a></i></b> Eileen is a favorite in our region, drawing crowds as she kicked off her inaugural tour of her <a href="http://www.eileenhull.com/events" style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">#PaperTrail3</a><b style="font-style: italic;"> </b>in New England this year.<br />
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Eilen took the time to lead me through her {NEW} line for Sizzix, <a href="http://www.ellison.com/catalog#q=Eileen%20Hull%20Vintage%20Kitchen" target="_blank"><b><i>Vintage Kitchen.</i></b></a> This collection, which begins shipping in December 2014, is PERFECT to maximize the versatility of her ScoreBoards Dies. ScoreBoards Dies are designed to cut and score matboard and chipboard, making sturdier projects in a SNAP!<br />
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I love the idea of making paper garlands year 'round - so festive!<br />
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Eileen told me that her Vintage Kitchen designs were the timeless style she appreciates . . .<br />
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. . . and that her products remain attractive and practical. . .<br />
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. . . like her <a href="http://www.ellison.com/product/659877/sizzix-scoreboards-xl-die-canister" style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">"Canister Set,"</a> shown here.<br />
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Her <b><i><a href="http://www.ellison.com/product/659875/sizzix-scoreboards-xl-die-box-make-it-3-d" target="_blank">"Make It 3-D"</a></i></b> tray die is a TERRIFIC way to use any of its three-sized options in order make a presentation piece out of just about ANY design you want to incorporate (seen here with her <b><i><a href="http://www.ellison.com/product/659867/sizzix-bigz-die-cookie-jar" target="_blank">"Cookie Jar"</a></i></b>).<br />
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Remember, <b><i><a href="http://www.eileenhull.com/2014/08/paprtrail3-update.html" target="_blank">Eileen Hull has an entire #PaperTrail3</a></i></b> Education Tour starting September 2nd, which will be <a href="http://www.sizzix.com/catalog#facets=designer~eileen-hull" target="_blank"><b><i>FULL of inspiring Sizzix ScoreBoards ideas!</i></b></a><br />
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Didn't Eileen do a remarkable job taking die cutting to a higher level? My *NEXT* post from the Sizzix Booth will be introducing you to Sizzix Signature Designer, Stephanie Ackerman. She offers a different perspective of what die cutting tools are able to offer Makers of the twenty-first century . . . don't miss it!<br />
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Laurel Lee Pollardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05987265854426383373noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-897515375306938421.post-46649309611354501812014-08-12T10:51:00.001-04:002014-08-20T15:04:04.661-04:002014 CHA Paper Arts Show: Part IVHello, Gorgeouses!<br />
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I'm back with more from Craft & Hobby Association's Paper Arts Show that enticed independent retailers to the wonderful city of Atlanta from July 29th to July 31, 2014. You in case you missed any of them, you can find Part I <b><i><u><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2014/08/2014-cha-paper-arts-show-part-1.html" target="_blank">HERE</a></u></i></b>, Part II <b><i><u><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2014/08/2014-cha-paper-arts-show-part-ii.html" target="_blank">HERE</a></u></i></b> and Part III <a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2014/08/2014-cha-paper-arts-show-part-iii.html" target="_blank"><b><i>HERE</i></b></a>.<br />
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<b><i><a href="http://pennyblackinc.com/" target="_blank">Penny Black</a></i></b> is a wildly popular paper crafting vendor here in New England. Going to a trade show for our independent retailers is a MUST because this is the first opportunity to view their *NEW* offerings. Penny Black does not disclose product previews in advance, which preserves the integrity of the trade show experience.<br />
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I'm going to lead with my personal favorite *NEW* release from Penny Black, "Berry Merry Christmas" . . .<br />
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. . . the designer used a technique with the "Winter Watercolor" Collection that makes it really distinctive. I hope loads of indies work up this technique, because it's gorgeous ~<br />
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Penny Black project boards incorporated plenty of color this season . . .<br />
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. . . and the details were amazing.<br />
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Including this poinsettia design. It's a must-have. <br />
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I was grateful they had their designs cut for the show. It was a big help envisioning what the die cuts would look like . . .<br />
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. . . and offered a blank canvas to consider ways to interpret them.<br />
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Lastly, <a href="http://pennyblackinc.com/" target="_blank">Penny Black</a> had our darling Chickadee. What a wonderful tribute to the wonderful bird that braves the Northern Winter with us here in New England. Can you even STAND how gorgeous this design is? <br />
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Oh, my goodness, what a wonderful time I had getting to know Judi Iperma at the show. She's the owner and amazing designer from Instant Impression of Orland Park, IL, where she specializes in event design. She was the one who introduced me to these "Box Cards." She mentioned that the 3-D design for the box is readily available online . . .<br />
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. . . and the beauty of the 3-D box design is that it folds flat to be able to fit into an envelope. So smart. The irreverent <b><i><u><a href="http://www.artimpressions.com/Default.asp" target="_blank">Art Impressions</a></u></i></b> carries stamp sets that coordinate beautifully with them. Thanks for the tip, Judi!<br />
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<b><i><u><a href="http://www.doodlebug.ws/" target="_blank">Doodlebug</a></u></i></b> was next up on the schedule. A perennial favorite in our region, the booth was hopping the whole show.</div>
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Here's a little peek at what you can expect in <i>your</i> local independent paper arts retailer this fall ~<br />
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Goodness! Don't we just LOVE Doodlebug's coordinating product line? <br />
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I was loving the introduction of purple to the winter blue collections at the show this year, and <a href="http://www.doodlebug.ws/" target="_blank">Doodlebug</a> captured the trend nicely with "Frosty Friends."<br />
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<b><i><u><a href="http://www.littlebllc.com/" target="_blank">Little B</a></u></i></b> was a *NEW* product line at the CHA Show. Their booth was certainly busy throughout the show.</div>
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Little B started the show with a well-thought-out bag stuffer to introduce their brand to show attendees. I can tell you, every single one of these little presents was appreciated by a grateful audience ~<br />
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Little B's signature pull bows were given out as gifts from their booth. Later, they were spotted being carried carried by innumerable show attendees as they worked the show floor.<br />
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While their product line was quite diverse . . .<br />
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. . . which included my personal favorite, <i>dies,</i> . . . </div>
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. . . . and their embellishments were VERY distinctive . . . </div>
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. . . and they had a mountain of designs in every category to choose from . . . </div>
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. . . that went on and on . . . </div>
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. . . which had details to DIE for . . . </div>
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<i style="font-weight: bold;"> . . . ALL the talk at the show was Little B's washi tape! </i>**This particular package design has the tape cutter built right in.**<br />
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Walls and walls of washi tape!<br />
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I'm going to post these photos extra large, which might skew the placement on this blog post, but I really wanted to give you a view of the trendy designs and sizes and material Little B was offering in washi tape. <br />
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Like many of you, I can LOADS of washi tape, so I dearly appreciated the ability to purchase individual rolls. It affords me the opportunity to buy exactly what I want without overloading my storage space with items that I'm not totally in love with. Unfortunately, there's little from <a href="http://www.littlebllc.com/" target="_blank">Little B </a>that I'd be a able to pass up ~<br />
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Never fear, my crafty friends, there's MORE to see from the Craft & Hobby Association's Paper Arts Show, coming up NEXT, which you can <b><i><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2014/08/2014-cha-paper-arts-show-part-v.html" target="_blank">find HERE!</a></i></b><br />
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I'd be interested to hear what you think of the Craft & Hobby Association's Paper Arts Show. Leave me a comment and let me know what's peaking YOUR interest.<br />
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I'm BACK with the third installment from the Craft & Hobby Association's Paper Arts Show. You can find <b><i><u><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2014/08/2014-cha-paper-arts-show-part-1.html" target="_blank">Part I HERE</a></u></i></b> and <b><i><u><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2014/08/2014-cha-paper-arts-show-part-ii.html" target="_blank">Part II HERE.</a></u></i></b></div>
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On the Show floor, I caught up with <b><i><a href="http://prima.typepad.com/prima/" target="_blank">Prima Marketing</a></i></b> Design Team Member, <a href="http://delainas.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><b><i>Delaina Burns</i></b></a>. That's her work - on the right, directly above our heads.</div>
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Of course, Prima is known for their wide collection of trendy flowers . . .<br />
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. . . and it doesn't get any more trendy then doilies, does it? Well, yes, they've got your design needs covered.</div>
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Prima coordinates the trim and bling, thankfully.<br />
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I was really interested in the *NEW* pinwheel stencils that coordinate with their "Bethany" textures. Unfortunately, Prima did not have the product samples available at the show, but you can see the <b><i><a href="http://youtu.be/yTRqMxcRG-A" target="_blank">Prima pinwheel stencil video by Scrapbook.com HERE.</a></i></b><br />
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More *NEW* intricate Prima stencils<br />
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A couple of Prima stencil projects to offer inspiration ~<br />
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More introductions to Prima's "Bloom" line by <b><i><u><a href="http://www.jamiedoughertydesigns.com/" target="_blank">Jaime Dougherty</a></u></i></b> . . .<br />
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. . . which already included a coordinating Watercolor Paper Pad. Won't this look inviting on the retail sales floor? Makes me want to run and get my brush.<br />
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Prima's oversized stamp blocks (which we need with all the glorious oversized polymer and cling stamps on the market today) come in two sizes: 4" x 8" and 6" x 8".<br />
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Their distressing tool continues to be a favorite with their customers, allowing for easy scrubbing, scratching . . .<br />
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. . . and even using the tip for rub-ons.<br />
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<b>The highlight of the Paper Arts Show, for *NEW* product line introductions, had to be <i>Finnabair's</i> (AKA Anna Dabrowska) THREE new mixed-media product lines for <i>Prima Marketing. </i></b></div>
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Finn's *NEW* Prima Marketing collection begins with "Art Basics," including Gesso, Gel and Pastes that are appropriate for both mixed media and fine art designs ~</div>
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and continues with "Art Extra_Vagance," texture pastes (think: rough sands and crackles) . . .<br />
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. . . and continues with <i>(*I think this is the best part*)</i> a full spectrum of "Art Ingredients," including art sugar, mica, micro glass beads and <i>(yes, real)</i> glass glitter . . .<br />
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. . . and, of COURSE, a full collection of Glitter Sets!<br />
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Finnabair was demonstrating to a packed house, reinforcing her approach that art mediums are not sophisticated, and with Prima's color-coded packaging, Finn's mixed-media product lines become approachable for everybody ~</div>
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. . . and who wouldn't want to learn insights from an artist that is capable of creating something a imaginative as this?</div>
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Finn created plenty of samples for the show, with numerous interpretations, to inspire the Maker in all of us ~<br />
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I'm totally scrap lifting this one: instead of using my craft mat as a palette (and getting my hand stuck in it later) I'm going to be using Finn's technique of utilizing a disposable cup to mix her Prima Art Basics Thick Moulding Paste and and Art Ingredients Glitter.<br />
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Black gesso - <i>Who knew??</i><br />
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It was an absolute joy to share in Finnabair's is excitement as she launched her distinctive mixed media product line. Check out her <a href="http://www.tworzysko.blogspot.com/2014/08/julys-fever-2-shows-new-lines-and-lot.html" target="_blank">video introduction HERE.</a><br />
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Next, I'm heading over to one of New England's favorite vendors, <b><i><u><a href="http://www.iostamps.com/" target="_blank">Mitra Friant of Impression Obsession.</a></u></i></b></div>
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Impression Obsession is the company that pioneered the use of megamount background stamps. Yes, Mitra has the PERFECT mounting block to work with them, too.<br />
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Samples of her *NEW* designs. Personal fave: "Candy Cane." The bold, graphic design could certainly be used year 'round.<br />
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Aren't these samples AMAZING? Each are created by layering her background stamps - and YES, she has the <b><i><a href="http://www.iostamps.com/catalogs/IO-Background-Samples.pdf" target="_blank">"recipes" for these designs posted on her website,</a></i></b> so we can create them at home ~<br />
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Impression Obsession carries the work of a wide variety of artists. Of course, we want to know what's *NEW*, right? Well, in the IO booth, it was easy - when I asked Mitra as we toured the booth, she gave a wide wave of her arm and announced, <i>"All of it!"</i><br />
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That's a total of <i><b>350 *NEW* stamps from Impression Obsession.</b></i> WOW! Her collection includes what has become a New England staple - Zenspirations.<br />
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It really is amazing with these designs can be turned into. Checking her sample boards was an "A-ha!" moment ~<br />
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But Impression Obsession has more than stamps. Her dies come in classic designs. Check out that "Woodie" with the surfboard . . .<br />
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. . . and the birch trees with the cardinals. Perfect for us here in New England, and<i><b> BEYOND.</b></i><br />
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Here's you're sneak peek into her fall product line. It's so new, the sample die cuts weren't even available yet. IO is such a popular line for us in New England, I'm posting Mitra's *NEW* 2014 mid-year die introductions here:<br />
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I hope you have enjoyed the peek into the 2014 Craft & Hobby Association's Paper Arts Show with <b>Prima Marketing</b> and <b>Impression Obsession</b> - I know I did. Be sure to check back because I'm excited to show you MORE introductions for #PaperArts ~<br />
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Craft On, Laurel<br />
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Are you wanting more product preview and industry insights after viewing my "2014 CHA Paper Arts Show - Part I," seen <a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2014/08/2014-cha-paper-arts-show-part-1.html" style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">HERE?</a> Well here you <i>go!</i></div>
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<b><i><u><a href="http://www.mdhobbyandcraft.com/" target="_blank">MD Hobby and Craft</a></u></i></b> has moved past the home improvement sector and launched straight into the hottest trend in hobby and craft - metals. Christina Moore had an incredibly versatile collection of products that crafters from across the industry would love to work with . . . </div>
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. . . . 12" x 12" metal chalkboard. Very cool - especially for back-to-school.<br />
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To the delight of many crafters, their traditionally sized chicken-wire (not a scaled-down version) is available on 8' craft rolls. Seen here, spray painted, as a lampshade.<br />
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**As a die-cutting enthusiast (#DieCuttingIsEasy), I found the perfect metal item: these sheets are thin enough to die-cut, while being thick enough to hold their form once sculpted. Hot, hot, hot!<br />
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Christina had a TON in the MD Hobby and Craft booth - even metal snips and work gloves, so retailers can purchase all their metal crafting supplies in one place. <br />
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From one extreme to the next: we're heading to <b><i><u><a href="http://petaloo.typepad.com/" target="_blank">Petaloo!</a></u></i></b> Oh, aren't we constantly inspired by New Hampshire's mixed media artist and <b><i><u><a href="http://lynneforsythe.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Petaloo Design Team Member, Lynne Forsythe?</a></u></i></b> Check out her design here, made by custom coloring Petaloo's natural and alterable "Textures Collection . . . "<br />
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. . . . which are also available in these fashion colors ~<br />
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Cheryl Cohan, President of Petaloo, was showing her bling for the holidays with the *NEW* sugared "Botanica Collection . . ."<br />
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. . . and bumping it up a notch with the bling with her "Jeweled Collection." This one's going to move right past the holidays and into bridal season, for sure ~<br />
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and Petaloo is bringing out vintage (where's my tinsel??). . .<br />
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. . . and "oh, so <i>cute!</i>" embellies . . .<br />
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. . . while staying true to the Petaloo we all know and love here in New England. **Lynne - this stocking of yours is adorbs!<br />
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Retailers will NOT be able to keep these "Tree" cupcake stands in stock - GREAT hostess gifts that would be easy-peasy to personalize ~<br />
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I'm thankful the high-quality metal embellies from Fabscraps come packaged in their own storage tin - and are still available at an affordable price.<br />
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Yes, I'm as stencil-crazy as the rest of you. Thankfully, Fabscraps has you covered there, too!<br />
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While home base for Fabscraps may be based half way 'round the world, they continue to take the US paper arts market by storm!<br />
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Oh, <b><i><u><a href="http://bobunny.com/index.html#" target="_blank">Bo Bunny!</a></u></i></b> How do you DO it?? There is no doubt they are a perennial favorite in New England boutique paper art retail stores - and judging by how busy their booth was, they continue to place exceedingly well across the entire US.<br />
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So scrumptious! "Candy Cane Lane" is a personal show favorite of mine.<br />
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Oh, I'm seeing mini-albums in my future!<br />
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**Note to self: coordinating Christmas outfits for the Pollard kids WILL BE green and pink! (My irresistible brand of choice for Christmas outfits is <a href="http://www.hartstrings.com/" style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">Hartstrings</a>, direct from their Kittery, Maine, outlet store.) I'm not the only one to need matchy match for my scrapbook layouts, am I??<br />
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I need it. I need it ALL!<br />
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I'm dying to try their *NEW* "Sticky Stencils," too. The 4 patterns available offer crafters a "crisp, sealed" look ~</div>
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I LOVE the pocket-page craze, don't you? I'm so thankful to see an expansion of Bo Bunny's Misc Me pocket-page solutions. As much as I love digital scrapbooking (and thank goodness for it!), there's really nothing that compares to the tactile nature of a traditional scrapbook featuring hand-written journaling, is there?<br />
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Bo Bunny is premiering a more traditional "Christmas Collage" collection, as well. The hot orange-red of this collection really brightens up the "vintage lodge" look. "Christmas Collage" perfectly aligns with the crafting trends here in New England.<br />
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*FANTASTIC* item! Bo Bunny has a filmstrip overlay that is going to be a "stash staple" for you. This one (pictured below) coordinates with their "Christmas Collage" collection, but is available in many other collections of theirs as well . . .<br />
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. . . obviously, I'll need to buy them all.<br />
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As many of our faithful New England Bo Bunny retailers are aware, Bo Bunny offers free online Blog Classes every month. While you may certainly use products from your stash, picking up their specially designed coordinating kits are a no-brainer. Check with your local retailer for availability. <br />
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Now, of COURSE we need glitter paste to go with BoBunny's "Stickable Stencils," don't we? Well, the creative team is way ahead of us.<br />
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Bo Bunny has *NEW* "Double Dot" Mixed Media product line, including Glitter Paste, Pearlescents, Glimmer Sprays and Ink Pads to coordinate with their bountiful collections.<br />
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Pearlescents available in 9 new colors: Blush, Brilliant Blue, Butterscotch, Chocolate, Coral, Island Mist, Silver, Sugar, and Tutu.<br />
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Vicki had retailers lined up all day to try them out at the Make-n-Take.<br />
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<b><i><u><a href="http://scrapbookingdepot.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Sophie Ferguson and Rhonda Hilburn of Scrapbooking Depot</a></u></i></b> of Sunrise, FL, enjoyed much Mixed Media success at the BoBunny booth!</div>
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My day finished with a very fun "Open Market," sponsored by our friends at <b><i><u><a href="http://www.craftershome.com/" target="_blank">Crafters Home.</a></u></i></b> I learned a lot from Missy Brozek and Trisha Studer about the advantages that are available to independent "brick and mortar" retailers through their organization. <br />
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Where would this industry be without successful indies, anyway? They're serving on the front lines, personally connecting and inspiring consumers EVERY DAY! Remember to thank YOUR local boutique paper arts store for all the extra touches they do for you!<br />
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No surprise, there was a LINE waiting to get in to the "Cash and Carry" event.<br />
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Vendors were wiped out!<br />
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Loads of merchandise was snatched up, much at a huge discount . . .<br />
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. . . and hauled home to {grateful} crafters' workshops!<br />
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Thanks to "Open Market" sponsor, Crafters Home, for a great event that included an evening beverage, snacks and pastries. I was able to meet up and mingle with industry insiders, like:</div>
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- <b><i><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=49583918&authType=OUT_OF_NETWORK&authToken=RMm5&locale=en_US&trk=tyah2&trkInfo=tarId%3A1407336766933%2Ctas%3APaula%20Jon%2Cidx%3A1-1-1" target="_blank">Paula Jones, CHA International Membership and Creative Community Manager,</a></u></i></b> </div>
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<b><i><u>- <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sisters-Scrapbooking/240493708511" target="_blank">Berta Beyer of "Sister's Scrapbooking"</a></u></i></b> of Sterling, IL, and </div>
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It was amazing the actionable information that can be gained through chit-chatting, I mean, networking. Can you imagine what retailers learn from <b><i>Crafters Home exclusive message board?</i></b></div>
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Tomorrow is a special post on New England Paper Crafts for our friends at Impression Obsession. Mitra's designs are carried throughout the region, and I have a <i><b>special preview</b></i> of ALL of her *NEW* dies coming out in only a few weeks.</div>
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ALSO I will be posting the *NEW* exclusive mixed media product selection by Finnabair's Anna Dabrowska for Prima Marketing that's <b><i>NOT</i></b> to be missed! You can find that post <b><i><u><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2014/08/2014-cha-paper-arts-show-part-iii.html" target="_blank">HERE.</a></u></i></b></div>
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What's catching YOUR eye from the 2014 Craft & Hobby Association Paper Arts Show? Are you planning your Christmas craft projects yet? Let me know what you're working on - I'd love to hear about it!</div>
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Today I'm reporting some of my fantastic experience from the <b><i><u><a href="https://www.craftandhobby.org/eweb//DynamicPage.aspx?Site=CHA&WebKey=8ba00d88-454d-448b-a749-1aee3ec176a1" target="_blank">Craft and Hobby Association's Inaugural Paper Arts Show.</a></u></i></b> It was held last Tuesday through Thursday, July 29 - 31, 2014 in Atlanta, Georgia.</div>
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including "12 Days of Christmas" promotion while watching<br />
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<b><i><a href="https://www.creativelive.com/courses/scrapbook-your-story-lain-ehmann" target="_blank">Your</a><u> </u></i></b><a href="https://www.creativelive.com/courses/scrapbook-your-story-lain-ehmann" target="_blank"><b><i>Story" on CreativeLIVE.</i></b></a></td></tr>
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I was excited to be heading back Atlanta. I spent years going down on buying trips to America's Mart during my years as a successful independent retailer in the Gifts and Decorative Accessories industry. I was thankful for the non-stop Delta flight direct from Manchester, NH. While the 5:50am flight got me to Atlanta by 8:30am, I was surprised at how DARK it was at 4am heading to the airport ~<br />
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The plane trip was a breeze and it was over before I got through the newest issue of <b><i><u><a href="http://stampington.com/where-women-create" target="_blank">Stampington's "Where Women Create."</a></u></i></b> I especially enjoyed the feature of <a href="http://annabrahms.com/about.html" style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">New England artist, Anna Brahms</a> in this issue. Just the inspiration I needed to launch me into my three-day adventure.</div>
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After I arrived at Hartsfield International Airport in Atlanta, I by-passed the reported one-way $30 taxi ride as well as the $16 dollar shared shuttle from the airport and, instead, took the uber-clean Marta subway to "Peachtree Center," just a couple of blocks from the hotel and conference center, the Hilton Atlanta. At $6 for a round-trip ticket, it turned out to be a nice, quick trip that was extremely easy to navigate.</div>
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For months, I have been working with my fellow CHA Paper Arts Section (PAS) Leadership Team preparing outlines for workshops and roundtables for the event. We hosted four free sessions for event attendees. </div>
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The first CHA PAS sessions were two workshops scheduled on Tuesday:</div>
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<b><u>- Inventory Management: A Perspective from the Trenches:</u></b> Presenter, CHA PAS Leadership Committee Member and 17 year independent retailer, Lee Kellogg, Owner, <b><u><i><a href="http://www.stampafe.com/retailstore.html" target="_blank">Guadalupe's Fun Rubber Stamps</a></i></u></b></div>
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Lee Kellogg has done extensive research with Point of Sale (POS) systems for her independent paper arts retail location in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She was a wealth of information, both with insights on how to begin the deliberation of a POS process, as well as the distinctive power of POS for the boutique retailer. </div>
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She offered a wide variety of resources, available for download to workshop attendees from the CHA website, to help retailers navigate consideration of this very worthy investment. Judging by the question-and-anwer segment, many insights were gained - by both POS and soon-to-be POS served retailers, alike.</div>
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<b><u>- Creating and Implementing an Effective Christmas & Holiday Marketing Plan:</u></b> Presenters, CHA PAS Leadership Committee Members, <b><i><u><a href="https://spellbinderspaperarts.com/Home.aspx" target="_blank">Denzil Quick, Business Development, Spellbinders</a></u></i></b> and me, <b><i>Laurel Lee Pollard, Creative Community Organizer, New England Paper Crafts</i></b> and <b><i><u><a href="http://www.scrapbookupdate.com/" target="_blank">Crafting Media Expert, Nancy Nally of ScrapbookUpdate.com</a></u></i></b></div>
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We gave insider insights on how to create a promotional calendar, integrate concepts of Open-to-Buy, work with your vendors and optimize promotional visibility via social media. These concepts were reinforced with a step-by-step plan to implement a "12 Days of Christmas" Early Bird shopper promotion. </div>
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Extensive resources relating to the workshop, including complete project sheets from <b><i><a href="http://www.stampendous.com/" target="_blank">Stampendous,</a></i></b> <b><i><a href="http://www.mdhobbyandcraft.com/" target="_blank">MD Hobby and Craft,</a></i></b> and <b><i><a href="http://www.paperhouseproductions.com/" target="_blank">Paper House,</a></i></b> as well as worksheets and PDFs, were posted online on the CHA website and continue to be available for immediate download by workshop attendees.</div>
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In addition to the well-attended workshops, there was a great selection of interactive workshops with paper arts vendors, including:</div>
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The Welcome Reception on Tuesday evening, sponsored by <b><i><u><a href="http://annagriffin.com/content/" target="_blank">Anna Griffin,</a></u></i></b> was the perfect kick-off to opening the Show Floor. Complimentary beverages and heavy hors d'oeuvres abounded while we got to mingle on the show floor with industry notables. The relaxed and approachable atmosphere really set the tone for the 3-day industry event. It was so well received by both the buyers and vendors, it was still in full swing over an hour past it's schedule closing time!</div>
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Wednesday morning began with the the first of two free "Jumpstart Sessions" of the conference, complete with complimentary continental breakfast for the engaged attendees:<br />
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<b><u>- Jumpstart Session I, Paper Trends, Sponsored by <a href="http://www.sizzix.com/home" target="_blank"><i>Sizzix/Ellison:</i></a></u></b> Presented by <b><i><a href="http://www.ccerruti.com/" target="_blank">Courtney Cerruti, "Maker Extraodinaire,"</a></i></b> Artist Coach for Creativebug.com and author of the newly-released, <i><u>"Washi Tape: 101+ Ideas for Paper Crafts, Book Arts, Fashion Decorating, Entertaining and Party Fun."</u></i></div>
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Courtney gave attendees actionable insights into how they can position themselves in order to stand out in the "Maker" category, including maximizing professional relationships, social media content and visual presentations.</div>
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Following Courtney Cerruti's Jumpstart Session I, "Paper Trends," it was right down to the show floor. After garnering feedback from my social media followers requesting stops to specific vendors at the show including BoBunny, Simple Stories and Impression Obsession, I started in ~</div>
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My first stop was to a *NEW* paper arts CHA vendor direct from Boston, Massachusetts, <b><a href="http://www.planetearthfiber.com/" target="_blank"><i>Tilly Tomas / Planet Earth Fiber.</i></a> </b> While they are veterans of the fiber and needlework industry, they took the opportunity to test the mixed-media market by joining the CHA Paper Arts Show.</div>
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Tracy Robinson displayed a luscious variety of their silk threads in a rainbow of colors . . .<br />
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. . . as well as a plethora of both hand painted tonal and solid colored silk ribbons. Crafters' note: while these ribbons are a perfect size (and price!) for resale, their ribbons may be ordered on larger rolls - perfect for kitting or for sale by-the-yard. </div>
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** Planet Earth Fiber may be found at numerous needlecraft retail locations throughout New England - their website offers a full retailer directory.</div>
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<b><i><a href="http://simplestories.com/" target="_blank">Simple Stories</a></i></b> was continuing their tradition of fulfilling the needs of traditional scrapbookers and pocket-pagers, alike. Their selection of "Sn@p Cuts" die-cuts for "Sn@p Pockets" pocket pages expanded into new sizes. . .<br />
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And their "Sn@p Recipes" were themed for the holidays. I was thankful to see the coated dividers came with a mat sheen, ensuring years of easy clean-up, even for the most well-loved recipe book! Seen here in "Cozy Christmas."<br />
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The family tree two-page layout in "Legacy" caught my eye . .<br />
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With Simple Stories' full "Legacy" line, including their recipe collection, on display.<br />
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. . . with their full collection of embellishments and coordinating papers.<br />
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There was a great selection of handmade paper from Nepal, imported by Global Imports of New Jersey. No website available for them at this point, so you'll have to catch up with Director Ramesh Narayappa during show times ~<br />
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It was nice to see <b><i><u><a href="http://www.shop.robinsnest-scrap.net/main.sc" target="_blank">Rachel Crowley of Robin's Nest Scraps</a></u></i></b> in real life. She's supported me here at <a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2012/05/robins-nest-giveaway.html" target="_blank">New England Paper Crafts in the past,</a> and I certainly appreciated that. She reports her blazin' hot line, "Flame," continues to be popular (hello, BBQ season!) . . . </div>
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. . . . and Robin's Nest's "Dew Drops" continue to sell through here in New England . . . .<br />
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. . . and, as a big fan of the neon trend, it was terrific to see those colors reflected in their *NEW* Dew Drops offerings.<br />
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I enjoyed Robin's Nest <a href="http://www.shop.robinsnest-scrap.net/Christmas-Collection_c38.htm?page=all" target="_blank"><b><i>"Christmas Collection,"</i></b></a> especially the "Black and White Pine Tree Glitter Cardstock." Very distinctive.<br />
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Oh, Jamie - don't we just {LOVE} your offerings in New England! <b><i><a href="http://www.thecraftersworkshop.com/The_Crafters_Workshop/Home.html" target="_blank">The Crafter's Workshop</a></i></b> has plenty of *NEW* stencils for buyers to pick up to fill the demand of the ever-expanding Mixed-Media market.</div>
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Jaime and Ted Echt have carefully curated at collection for The Crafter's Workshop for over 17 years. Their designs certainly offer mass appeal. TCW caters to the independent retailer by happily fulfilling small orders demanded by their boutique partners.</div>
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As a pocket-page enthusiast, I was happy to see TCW distinctive collection continue to expand in this market. You can check out many of these designs in my The Crafter's Workshop pocket-page layout in <b><i><u><a href="http://bellacraftsquarterly.com/embellished-pocket-pages-scrapbooking-part-3" target="_blank">Bella Crafts Quarterly free online publication HERE.</a></u></i></b><br />
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YES! There's so much more I have to show you, direct from the CHA Paper Arts Show floor! Tomorrow will be another photo-filled post for you to enjoy with New England favorites BoBunny, Fabscraps and MORE which you can jump over to by clicking <b><i><u><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2014/08/2014-cha-paper-arts-show-part-ii.html" target="_blank">HERE.</a></u></i></b></div>
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<a href="http://www.ckscrapbookevents.com/CKScrapbookConventions.aspx" target="_blank"><b>Creative Keepsakes Scrapbook Convention - Manchester</b></a> is always highly anticipated by the Pollard Family. It's a terrific way to for us to scout out products that might not be carried locally by our independent retailers. </div>
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In addition, it gives me, as a member of the Paper Arts Community, an opportunity to connect with vendors, local designers, and get feedback from our consumers from throughout our New England Region.</div>
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Saturday, May 3rd, 2014 started early by taking a critical look at our crafty stash. My little angel is a <a href="http://www.stephaniebarnardstamps.com/index.htm" target="_blank"><b>The Stamps of Life Club Member,</b></a> so she's reviewed her inventory sheets to see where she would like to fill in a few missing stamp sets that coordinate with her monthly subscription.</div>
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Rather than take an extra inventory sheet to the show, I took pictures of the <a href="https://www.copicmarker.com/" target="_blank"><b>Copic Markers</b></a> I have on hand with my iPhone and take along the digital version instead.<br />
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The CK Scrapbook Convention Show Program was invaluable - it gave us an overview of the show floor, information about all the classes and events, coupons to be redeemed at the show, and information about how to find our local independent paper arts retailers.<br />
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We were greeted with a WONDERFUL free <b><a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ItemList.aspx?categoryid=1444" target="_blank">"Paper Pumpkin" gift from our friends at Stampin' UP!</a> </b>for pre-registering. The packaging was so inviting, we hardly wanted to open it - but open it, we DID! It included a cling stamp set, mini ink pad, and a full Real Life Journal Kit complete with tabbed pages, stickers, rings and embellishments - a $19.99 value FREE!<br />
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Our first stop on the show floor was to visit Stephanie Barnard of <b><a href="http://www.stephaniebarnardstamps.com/index.htm" target="_blank">The Stamps of Life.</a></b><br />
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It's always a treat to see Stephanie at CKC events while she's demonstrating {NEW} products.<br />
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<b><a href="http://www.pinterest.com/jill_h_tarayao/" target="_blank">Jill Tarayao</a></b> was so gracious as she worked up the <b><a href="http://www.stephaniebarnardstamps.com/shop/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=4_7" target="_blank">"Flip-its" cards</a></b> for the Make-N-Take.<br />
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Stephanie and I were celebrating all that's inky with our friends from <b><a href="http://butterflyreflectionsink.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Butterfly Reflections.</a></b><br />
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We continued the Make-N-Take extravaganza at <b>CKC Bookstore</b> with our new friend, Colleen. She was featuring the uber-popular <b><a href="http://www.weronthenet.com/Envelope_Punch_Board" target="_blank">We R Memory Keepers Envelope Punch Board.</a></b> I'm happy to share we had complete success making envelopes the very first try ~<br />
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I jumped in with Ashley as she showed my all the exclusive-to-the-show CKC Bookstore kits. **NOTE many were sold out by the time we arrived, so get there EARLY!<br />
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<b><a href="http://www.clubsei.com/" target="_blank">Club SEI,</a></b> a long-time CKC favorite, had a great selection of kits on hand, as well. I really appreciated the packaging. I'm not saying I do, but if it DID have a big stash, these kits would stack easily in my craft room ~<br />
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Club SEI had a great offering to fill my segmented pocket pages (you know you love 'em . . )<br />
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This pack of 3 assorted kraft envelopes jumped right off the shelf & into my cart! Considering the stack of treasures that the kids bring home from school every week, I wish I'd gotten 10 ~<br />
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<b><a href="http://www.eyeletoutlet.com/" target="_blank">The Eyelet Outlet</a></b> is based right here in Stratham, NH. The coordinating embellies are irresistible! The "brick" pattern (the design might have made us think of Legos) in both brads and washi tape was a big hit. **This family-run business is A+ in our book!<br />
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Better than candy, our Copic Marker demand was satisfied at <b><a href="http://scrap-mart./">Scrap-mart.</a></b> If you haven't tried the fluorescent colors yet, you SHOULD!<br />
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The <b><a href="http://www.shopbeecreative.com/" target="_blank">BEE Creative</a></b> booth was humming. NH designer, <b><a href="http://khristenscraftroom.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Khirsten Foss,</a></b> was back at the Make-N-Take table again this year with alcohol markers by Spectrum Noir.<br />
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YES! <b><a href="http://www.paperloft.com/" target="_blank">The Paper Loft</a></b> had really unique scrapbook layout kits for us to peruse. We were thrilled to find camping/scouting themes for us that offer a distinctive look. They had a masculine collection that was not to be missed.<br />
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<b>Doo Dilly Designs</b> has a GREAT selection of distinctive layouts and embellishments. I mean GIGANTICALLY great. Sports, racing, BMX, music, theatre, pets . . . They had it all. All the stuff your family is in to for hobby and lifestyle, they offer a terrific selection - but it's ONLY available at the show! No online sales available! Save your cash for this one, peeps, you're gonna need it ~<br />
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<b><a href="http://www.acidfree.com/" target="_blank">Keller's Creations</a></b> is offering something entirely different - owner Kim Hyde designs her own graphics as well as embellishments and product selection. <br />
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Kim of Keller's Kreations even created a whole scrapbook kit for <b><a href="http://www.scrapbookgirl.com/" target="_blank">Scrapbook Girl.</a></b> Isn't that funny - we spend so much of ourselves investing in our memory keeping and she's the first one to launch as scrapbook themed paper line. But Scrapbook Girl knew what we needed and she offers a perfect example of why we attend CKC events.<br />
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One of the best parts about CKC events are the classes. This year, a huge amount of buzz coming from event attendees was relating to mixed-media. I've been covering the mixed-media trend for a couple of years and it was obvious at the convention that it has really hit the consumer. <br />
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I was engaged over lunch discussing mixed-media with convention-goers, and attendees were LINED UP getting in to the mixed media classes that were offered. It certainly has been wholly embraced by the scrapbooking community and I was thrilled to see that consumer demand satisfied with CKC's programing.<br />
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In the end, we had a very successful day a CKC-Manchester. Meeting with industry insiders, local artists and designers, maxing out on Make-N-Takes and stocking up on hard-to-find scrapbooking supplies was a day well spent. Be sure to check their online schedule to see when the <b><a href="http://www.ckscrapbookevents.com/CKScrapbookConventions.aspx" target="_blank">NEXT CK Convention is coming to a town near YOU!</a></b><br />
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" . . and they stamped all the way home . . . "<br />
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I'm teaching tomorrow at <b><a href="http://www.thecollinsrepgroup.com/" target="_blank">The Collins Group Show</a>, </b>a trade show strictly designed for our independent retailers (Read: to the trade, only).<br />
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I'll have the pleasure of working with Kellie McGowan, Customer Service Director at <a href="http://www.momenta.com/" target="_blank"><b>Momenta/Little Yellow Bicycle</b></a> to introduce some of their {NEW} products. In addition, we'll be exploring innovative ways to expand into mixed media to enhance our paper crafting projects. <br />
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Be sure to be on the lookout at the {NEW} Momenta/LYB products coming to an independent retailer near YOU.<br />
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<b><i>** But that's not all . . . All the greats are coming to Massachusetts for The Collins Group Show. While they're here in New England, some of our favorites have planned stops to see US along the way:</i></b><br />
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Oh, the #PaperTrail, has set the bar high, my friends. <b><a href="http://www.eileenhull.com/2014/03/papertrail-tour-starts-tomorrow.html" target="_blank">Eileen Hull kicks off her whirlwind tour</a></b> TODAY.<br />
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<li>Following that, she's off to The Collins Group Show on Friday.</li>
<li>On Saturday March 29th, Eileen Hull and her entourage with be at <a href="http://www.absolutelyeverything.com/" target="_blank"><b>Absolutely Everything</b></a> in Topsfield, MA.</li>
<li>On Tuesday, April 1st, the #PaperTrail heads over for her final stop in New England to see our friends at <a href="http://www.emailcontact.com/calendar/view/1660?m=4&y=2014" target="_blank"><b>PaperCraft Clubhouse.</b></a></li>
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<a href="http://karenburniston.typepad.com/" target="_blank"><b>Karen Burniston</b></a> "Pops Up" again! She's partnered with our long-time friend and die-cutting enthusiast, Els Van De Burgt of <a href="http://www.ecraftdesigns.com/" target="_blank"><b>Elizabeth Craft Designs</b></a>. What a dynamic combination. She's at <a href="http://www.snapretail.com/retailer/TemplateRenderer.aspx/Consumer/416706" target="_blank"><b>Kept Creations in Whitman, MA, TODAY, from 6-9pm.</b></a><br />
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<b><i>**There are other fantastic paper crafting opportunities that are happening this weekend, too:</i></b><br />
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Joanne Sharpe has a weekend full of classes at <a href="http://rightathome.typepad.com/our_home_on_the_weblog/2014/02/joanne-sharpe-classes-announced.html" target="_blank">Right at Home Scrapbooking</a>. Oh, goodness, have you seen Joanne's {NEW} book, <a href="http://joannezsharpe.blogspot.com/2014/03/my-book-is-live.html" target="_blank">"The Art of Whimsical Lettering?"</a> Right at Home offers us the perfect opportunity to glean inspiration directly from the acclaimed artist, herself.<br />
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And the online paper crafting powerhouse that is Lain Ehmann is hosting her {FREE} online scrapinar TODAY. <b> <a href="http://www.layoutaday.com/ds/" target="_blank">"Ribbons & Lace: From Glam to Grunge with Donna Salazar"</a></b> can be beamed directly into your home. And don't we all just love Donna? **Many thanks to our friends at <a href="http://papercamellia.com/" target="_blank"><b>Paper Camellia Scrapbook Kits</b></a> for sponsoring this free event**</div>
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For those that want to fully immerse themselves into a full weekend retreat, you can join our friends at <a href="http://www.scrapbooksummit.com/7.html" target="_blank"><b>Scrapbook Summit</b></a>, being held in Simsbury, MA.<br />
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<br />Laurel Lee Pollardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05987265854426383373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-897515375306938421.post-73082356062886133232014-03-11T17:16:00.000-04:002014-03-11T17:16:05.251-04:00Preparing for My "Life"Tell me, is there any scrapbooker that isn't currently doing some sort of skew on <a href="http://beckyhiggins.com/" target="_blank"><b><i><u>Becky Higgins<span style="font-size: x-small;">®</span> Project Life<span style="font-size: x-small;">®</span></u></i>?</b></a> Beck has certainly created a design phenomenon - and no wonder!<br />
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I watched her design debut with American Crafts unfold at the Craft & Hobby Association show last year and I was totally hooked. Having an active family with two young children, she obviously has the scrapbooking answers I am looking for. Her product line is:<br />
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Quickly, I bought two different sets of the her Core Kit (one for each child) with extra journaling cards, albums, photo pocket pages of all description. I love, love, love my Project Life products! Even the packaging is sleek, stylish and best of all, <i>organized.</i></div>
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I have a wonderful way to use her organizational features found on her website to help you get a jump start on your Project Life layouts:</div>
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First: From the <b><a href="http://beckyhiggins.com/freebies/" target="_blank">"Freebies"</a></b> tab on her homepage, I printed out the two-page <b><a href="http://beckyhiggins.com/assets/pdf/reference/photo_pocket_pages/bh_photopocketpage_designreference.pdf" target="_blank">"Project Life Photo Pocket Page Design Reference"</a></b> on card stock. I wanted to add it to a dedicated 12 X 12 album, so I overlaid Becky's pocket page onto the printout to use it as a template.</div>
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I outlined where the holes needed to be punched.</div>
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Viewing the Design Reference side-by-side allowed me to see the whole collection in one glance. I punched the holes out so I could use them as a "book view."<br />
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I added all the different Project Life page layouts I had into a dedicated 12 X 12 Project Life album, each under a separate tab, and added the hole-punched Design Reference sheets to the front, and highlighted the type of layouts I had on hand on the Design Reference.</div>
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Laying out my "must have photos" with the design options in view, I could easily begin to see which layout would be most appropriate for my "must have" photos.<br />
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I flipped to the back of my album to pick the pocket page layouts I wanted to use.<br />
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Lastly, I did a quick check of my layout by using the Project Life pocket page as an overlay to my photos. I began by adding my "must have" photos first, then I plugged in some additional favorite photos where appropriate.<br />
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it was <i>smoooooth sailing</i> after that! Treat yourself by making a Project Life Design Reference book of your own - you'll be smooth sailing, too, before you know it!</div>
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Catherine Scanlon, of <a href="http://cmscanlon.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><b>Catherine Scanlon Designs</b></a>, and Kim Parkinson, of <a href="http://keptcreations.com/" target="_blank"><b>Kept Creations</b></a>, have collaborated on working up an inspiring weekend art retreat. <br />
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<a href="http://www.mixedmediamadnessretreat.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><b>Mixed Media Madness</b></a> is being hosted Friday night, March 21st through Sunday, March 23, 2014 at the historic John Carver Inn and Spa in Plymouth, Massachusetts.<br />
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<i><span style="font-family: Helvetica;">"Get ready for a total immersion in art, techniques and classes! Two fabulous artsy classes with published artist </span><b style="font-family: Helvetica;">Catherine Scanlon</b><span style="font-family: Helvetica;">, one assemblage class with </span><b style="font-family: Helvetica;"><a href="http://farstarr.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Mandy Fariello</a></b><span style="font-family: Helvetica;"> and a fantastically messy class with </span><b style="font-family: Helvetica;"><a href="http://kookydelucy.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Kathie DeLuca</a></b><span style="font-family: Helvetica;">! </span></i><br />
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<i><span style="font-family: Helvetica;">Each attendee will get their own space in the community room to be able to take advantage of precious "creative alone time" that is perfect for:</span></i><br />
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<i><span style="font-family: Helvetica;">We'll have raffles, goodie bags, trunk show, food, fun and art! </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica;"> What more could you want from a mixed media weekend?"</span></i><br />
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Kim said, <i>"If you've been waiting for those taxes to come in, this is the time. Sign ups have been extended to March 15th or until we are sold out. Call or click on link to sign up today. </i></div>
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<i>** 02/25 Update: A La Carte Retreat Options can be found at </i>http://mixedmediamadnessretreat.blogspot.com/p/retreat-pricing.html<br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>Kathie DeLuca's Saturday night class (8-10:30PM) - $50</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica;">There's no doubt in my mind that this event will be a sell-out. Great work, ladies!</span></div>
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When craft retailers and designers from around the world stop in to the <b>Momenta Booth #813,</b> they'll be greeted by some of the most knowledgeable people in the business: <br />
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(L-R) <b>Michael Barker,</b> <i>President</i>; <b>Kellie McGowan,</b> <i>Sales and Customer Service Manager</i>; and <b>Jackie O'Connor,</b> <i>Art Director and twelve-year member</i> of the Momenta team ~<br />
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I got to fly through their studios for a sneak peek before all the {NEW} goodies were packed up for the show - and I'm sharing the piccies with YOU! First on the list is the wonderful selection of stickers, for which Momenta is famous for ~<br />
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Yes, the Momenta team appreciates the consumer demand for quality wooden rubber stamps - and they're taking them to the next level. See the doily and frame stamp sets? These are nesting stamps that separate into three individual sizes, while being able to stack together into the space of one. It is a huge help for storage and organization in a studio.</div>
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I've saved, what I believe, is the best for last: Momenta introduced these cut-and-emboss dies last year and they are expanding on the selection. The dies cut the shapes and each comes packaged with interchangeable inserts if you wish to emboss the shape with different reliefs. Or, as another option, you can take advantage of just using the embossing pieces separately. True customization for your project.</div>
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So there's Momenta's <i>2014 CHA Mega Show Sneak Peek!</i> What was your favorite item of the preview?<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: normal; white-space: normal;">The creative team of designers and specialty art retailers that comprise our "Inspire! New England Paper Crafts" Cre8time Team will be b</span></span><span style="line-height: normal; white-space: normal;">uilding on their 2013 event coverage which was accompanied by full social media support by New England Paper Crafts (NEPC) and Cre8time. Promotional opportunities included:</span></div>
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As the Team Manager for our "Inspire! New England Paper Crafts" Cre8time team, I am taking reservations in advance for our Cre8time events. Whether it's in-store, at a local museum, a consumer event or crop, I look forward to setting the event dates with our team mates and promoting the details of each of event, together.<br />
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Each of these <b><i>free paper crafting Cre8time events will be specifically highlighted</i></b> in a quarterly NEPC Cre8time Event blog post and social media blitz. Best of all, our "Inspire! New England Paper Crafts" Cre8time Team members may book as many "Cre8te and Take" events as their schedules allow.<br />
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Interested in joining our team? I'd love to hear from you! Drop me a note at NewEnglandPaperCrafts@gmail.com - I'll give you all the information you need to jump start <i>YOUR </i>New England paper crafting promotional schedule!</div>
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Recently launched in 2009, the critically acclaimed Little Yellow Bicycle brand has now become synonymous with beautifully designed scrapbooking papers, stickers and embellishments. Post acquisition, the team responsible for the brand's creative vision will work with Momenta to continue designing new Little Yellow Bicycle (LYB) branded products.<br />
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It was Hands on Tuesday today at the <a href="http://www.york.lib.me.us/index.html" target="_blank"><b><i>York Public Library</i></b></a> in York, Maine. I found inspiration from Pinterest, which had a wide variety of paper turkeys that had upside-down hearts for the bodies. I had to prepare 20 kits, so I used as many of my <b><i><a href="http://www.sizzix.com/home" target="_blank">Sizzix</a></i></b> dies as I could to so I could make up the project quickly and easily. </div>
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The assembly begins with the tail base, then adding the three Forever Fall die-cuts.<br />
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The upside-down-heart turkey body and head get added . . .<br />
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My kiddos are going to love this little critter when they see him after they get off the bus today. Our first holiday creation of the season!<br />
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Now tell me, do you think I love working up theses project, or what? Look at these guys at Hands on Tuesday at York Public Library today! Too fun!<br />
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I joined the lovely Kim Enck, Creative Memories Consultant, at her semi-annual Scrapbooking Retreat at <a href="http://www.purityspring.com/" target="_blank"><b><i>Purity Springs Resort</i></b></a> in East Madison, NH, this past weekend. Oh, I was so thankful for the long stretch of dedicated time to work on some of my paper crafting projects. </div>
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In preparation of the excursion, I packed up just about my entire <b><a href="http://www.sizzix.com/home" target="_blank"><i>Sizzix</i></a></b> die-cutting tool table so my fellow Retreaters could enjoy these wonderful, inspiring products that I'm blessed to be able to work with every day. A few extra trips to the car, and I was loaded with Sizzix crafty goodness to share with our group.</div>
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After a full-on scrapping on Friday & Saturday, we woke up early to a winter wonderland at <a href="http://www.purityspring.com/lodging-lodges.html" style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">Tecumseh Lodge</a> on Sunday morning. It was an inspiring sight, especially for those working on their holiday layouts ~</div>
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The most memorable part of the weekend? Escorting our furry visitor from the <i>second floor of the lodge</i> and out the front door. The text from Nancy Stearns, barricaded upstairs with her roommates read, "Help! Just tried to leave room and a big fat raccoon was there!!!! HELP!" </div>
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First priority of a scrapbooker in this situation? Get a photo, of course! Meghan Harriman did not disappoint ~</div>
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I recently added the <b><a href="http://www.sizzix.com/product/657435/sizzix-big-shot-pro-accessory-solo-platform-shim-wafer-thin-die-adapter" target="_blank"><i>Sizzix Big Shot Pro Accessory - Solo Platform, Shim & Wafer Thin Die Adapter</i></a></b> to my tool collection and, BOY, did they make an incredible addition to the versatility of the <b><a href="http://www.sizzix.com/shop/bsp" target="_blank"><i>Sizzix Big Shot Pro die-cutting machine.</i></a></b> With the {new} adapter pad, we worked with the Big Shot Pro non-stop all weekend.</div>
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We used the full selection of Sizzix dies through it, including <i><b><a href="http://www.sizzix.com/shop/pop-n-cuts-dies" target="_blank">Karen Burniston's "Pop 'N Cuts,"</a></b> <b><a href="http://www.sizzix.com/catalog#facets=product_line~sizzix-on-the-edge-dies&page=1" target="_blank">Tim Holtz's "On The Edge,"</a></b></i> as well as <b><a href="http://www.sizzix.com/shop/framelits-dies" target="_blank"><i>Framelits</i></a></b> and <b><a href="http://www.sizzix.com/shop/sizzlits-dies" target="_blank"><i>Sizzlits,</i></a></b> not to mention the wide spectrum of <b><a href="http://www.sizzix.com/shop/bigz-dies" target="_blank"><i>Sizzix Bigz Dies</i></a></b> I had on hand to share. By the end of the weekend, even the Sizzix <b><i><a href="http://www.sizzix.com/shop/textured-impressions-embossing-folders" target="_blank">Textured Impressions</a></i></b> and <b><i><a href="http://www.sizzix.com/catalog#facets=product_line~sizzix-texture-fades&page=1" target="_blank">Texture Fades Embossing Folders</a></i></b> were getting a workout through the Sizzix Big Shot Pro!</div>
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Here are a just few examples of some creative works that we were able to personalize with all those beautiful die-cuts:</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Debbie Moores' cover page is grounded with her die-cut<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">These little dandies kept me busy on Sunday with customizing<br />
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As many of you know, <b><a href="http://www.scrapbookupdate.com/2013/10/22/creative-memories-announces-plans-for-new-company-ahni-zoe/" target="_blank">Creative Memories<i> is finalizing a reorganization process.</i></a></b> I'm happy to announce that Kim Enck remains committed to the company that has brought so many of her creative friends together over the years. She will be helping to launch the newly-introduced <a href="http://www.creativememories.com/" target="_blank"><b><i>Ahni & Zoe by Creative Memories</i></b> <b><i>C</i></b></a><i><b><a href="http://www.creativememories.com/uploads/2/2/0/8/22088492/product_catalog.pdf" target="_blank">ollection</a> </b></i>throughout her Gorham, Maine-based area in 2014. <br />
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I can't wait to see "in-real-life" what creative options Kim Enck will be offering scrapbookers here in Southern Maine, can you? Let me know what <i>you</i> think of the <b><i><a href="http://www.creativememories.com/uploads/2/2/0/8/22088492/product_catalog.pdf" target="_blank">Ahni & Zoe preview.</a></i></b> Is it something you're considering to use to preserve your treasured memories in the coming year?<br />
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Laurel Lee Pollardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05987265854426383373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-897515375306938421.post-73799269483521787522013-10-25T10:52:00.002-04:002013-11-04T10:08:09.048-05:00Paper Crafting Cre8time in Our York Community<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We had a wonderful time sharing <a href="http://www.cre8time.org/" target="_blank"><b><i>Cre8time</i></b></a> together at York Street Baptist Church's free monthly scrapbooking crop. Thanks to the terrific support from paper crafting industry leaders, I was well stocked to present the four-and-a-half hour "Cre8te and Take" marathon!</div>
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I prepared three layout kit options for the "Cre8te and Take," featuring {NEW} interpretations of the Sizzix Bigz Pro full-page layout dies. For step-by-step instructions on how to prepare these layouts, I encourage you to click-through <b><i><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2013/10/brave-layout-kit-for-cre8time-at-york.html" target="_blank">HERE</a></i></b>, <b><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2013/10/fair-season-layout-kit-for-cre8time-at.html" target="_blank"><i>HERE</i></a></b>, and <a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2013/10/gratitude-layout-kit-for-york-street.html" target="_blank"><b><i>HERE</i></b></a> ~<br />
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Fully organized and READY! **The Sizzix Big Shot Pro (foreground) was a HUGE hit!</div>
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Here I am with one of the best event coordinators I have ever worked with. Sherry Boyd, along with her crew of energetic volunteers, organizes this free monthly community crop with space, set-up, refreshments, tool tables, Make-n-takes, inspirational message and experienced scrapbookers dedicated to answer questions or demonstrate techniques!<br />
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The "Cre8te and Take" seats were completely booked SOLID until 11:30pm! The ladies did a wonderful job with the layouts. Many recreated them step-by-step. Others were inspired by the amazing variety of supplies, that they customized their layouts to perfectly personalize the pages for themselves. It was certainly great to see their creative process of these experienced scrapbookers!<br />
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Sherry Boyd was generous enough to invite me back to host "Cre8te and Takes" at the York Street Baptist Church's free community scrapbooking crop in 2014. I look forward to working up {NEW} concepts with paper crafting industry leaders to share with them!<br />
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Thanks, again, to my wonderful sponsors! <b><i><a href="http://www.sizzix.com/home" target="_blank">Sizzix</a></i></b>, <b><i><a href="http://www.bobunny.com/index.html" target="_blank">BoBunny</a></i></b>, and <a href="http://www.imaginecrafts.com/" target="_blank"><b><i>Imagine Crafts / Tsukineko</i></b></a>. Not only am I grateful for their support of this free event, but I'm thankful for their continuous work to develop wonderful quality products that keep us wanting to {make more<b><i><a href="http://www.cre8time.org/" target="_blank"> Cre8time!</a></i></b>}<br />
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** If you know of an organization that is looking for some fresh crafting inspiration, I encourage you to get in touch. Museums, Bridal Shows, Home Shows - I look forward to hearing about the wonderful opportunities available to get boots on the ground and "Get OUT there!" and share my paper crafting inspiration with others!<br />
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Today is the day! I'll be hosting the free "Cre8te and Take" at York Street Baptist Church's monthly scrapbooking crop tonight from 6:30pm - midnight. Find out all the details <a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2013/10/new-techniques-to-freshen-your-layouts.html" target="_blank"><b>HERE</b></a>.</div>
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This is the last of three posts revealing ways to reinvent your <b><a href="http://www.sizzix.com/shop/bsp" target="_blank">Sizzix Bigz Pro dies</a></b> for your layouts. They've really come alive with the <a href="http://www.bobunny.com/lightbox/foreverfall.html" target="_blank"><b>BoBunny "Forever Fall" designer paper collection</b></a> and <b><a href="http://www.imaginecrafts.com/" target="_blank">"Memento" and "Brilliance" inks by Imagine Crafts / Tsukineko</a></b>! <i>Find the the complete details of the first two layout options <b><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2013/10/brave-layout-kit-for-cre8time-at-york.html" target="_blank">HERE</a></b> and <b><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2013/10/fair-season-layout-kit-for-cre8time-at.html" target="_blank">HERE</a></b>.</i></div>
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We'll be featuring a <b>3 x 5" photo</b> as we work with <a href="http://www.sizzix.com/product/657677/sizzix-bigz-pro-die-frame-ornate" target="_blank"><b>Sizzix's "Frame, Ornate" Bigz Pro Die</b></a>. We begin by cutting and 8.5 x 11" semi-opaque paper in half and and laying it over each end of the steel-ruled design. As you can see, the design is angled on the die, so the paper needs to be placed accordingly.</div>
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Place the BoBunny "Forever Fall Stripe" on the die. Place the striped piece of paper face down on the die, angling the pattern to follow the steel-ruled "Frame Ornate" design of the die. (If this was a randomly patterned paper, we would just square it off even with the die.)</div>
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We make our "Sizzix sandwich," ensuring the cutting pad comes out over in front of the die.<br />
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BoBunny is premium, heavy-weight paper, so we tape the excess over the top of the cutting pad in order to run it through the Sizzix Big Shot Pro. (This step would be unnecessary if the paper was squared off with the die, which we would do if this was a randomly patterned paper, versus the stripe we're using here.)<br />
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We're doing a bit of paper-piecing here, which is one of the wonderful attributes of using the Sizzix dies. The patterns will all cut exactly alike, so they layer beautifully and easily. We add our semi-opaque paper with tape adhesive as shown, being careful to keep away from either sides.<br />
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Flip the layers over and bring them together, so the scallops are just touching. Begin creasing both sides by pressing out from the middle, over the fold.</div>
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Continue the crease by running up and down the fold from our mid-point.<br />
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Using the edge of our table so that we don't have to open the layers flat, use the smaller hole punch of your Crop-A-Dile . . .<br />
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. . . to punch holes in our design, as shown.<br />
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Add coordinating BoBuny "Forever Fall Brads" to the punched holes.<br />
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Run a 5.5 x 8" BoBunny "Forever Fall Leaves" through the Sizzix Big Shot Pro, face side down, over the top middle of the Sizzix Bigz Pro "Frame, Ornate" die.<br />
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Trim the excess off the sides, so just the five scallops remain.<br />
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We trim our choice of large journaling box from "Forever Fall Cutouts" to 5.75" x 6"<br />
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Trim BoBunny "Forever Fall Impressions" to 3.75 x 5" and mount our 3 x 5" photo, leaving it weighted at the bottom.<br />
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Adhere our BoBunny "Forever Fall Foliage" by first aligning it to match across the top of your Sizzix "Frame, Ornate"die-cut. Attach our "Forever Fall Cutout" by aligning it to match across the bottom of the "Forever Fall Foliage."<br />
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Mount the photo in place, across the bottom only. Slide the "Branch with Leaves" die-cut in behind the top of the photo, bringing the top branch over the front of the photo. Tack the die-cut in place and glue the top of the mounted photo down to the page, ensuring the top of the branch is still out over the front of the mount.<br />
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Slide a sleeve of adhesive dots to each of the three top branches and secure to the page.<br />
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We pick our embellishment strip of choice from BoBunny's "Forever Fall Noteworthy" collection and mount across the bottom of our photo.</div>
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Add dimensional mounts to the back.<br />
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Adhere quote to the bottom of your layout.<br />
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Use a 1" circle punch to cut two BoBunny "Forever Fall Stripe" covers for the back of each brad and align the grid pattern to blend in with your layout.<br />
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We prepare a BoBunny "Forever Fall Trinket" with a ribbon. Adhesive mounts may be necessary to even up the layer around the knot of the ribbon so that is able to be attached to the layout securely.<br />
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Using <b><a href="http://www.tsukineko.com/store/cart.php?m=product_list&c=70" target="_blank">Imagine Crafts / Tsukineko "Memento Rich Cocoa,"</a></b> prepare additional embellishments with BoBunny "Forever Fall Noteworthy"<br />
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We finish our layout on BoBunny's "Forever Fall Sunflower" with our choice of a large die-cut from BoBunny's "Fall Foliage Noteworthy," add string for a closure, embellishments from "Fall Foliage Combo Sticker" and additional customized embellishments we customized ourselves . . .<br />
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. . . changing this Sizzix Bigz Pro die "Frame, Ornate" layout . . .<br />
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. . . into this {NEW} interpretation!<br />
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Oh, yes, I'm excited to join my friends tonight, October 18th, 2013, at our monthly community scrapbooking at York Street Baptist Church! Find out the complete details about the event <b><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2013/10/new-techniques-to-freshen-your-layouts.html" target="_blank">HERE</a></b>.<br />
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We all dearly appreciate the amount of volunteer hours that go into preparing these events - the scheduled make & takes, the tool tables FILLED with Sizzix dies & cutters, stacks of inks and stamps, and plenty of scrap-worthy paper to work with. The registration, the set-up, the take-down. The inspirational message and the array of pot-luck refreshments available to everyone. It's all coordinated by the Ladies' Group of York Street Baptist Church. <br />
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I'm thrilled to be joining these fine ladies by hosting the "Cre8te and Take." I look forward to seeing you there - but, don't forget, the ladies appreciate hearing from you if you're joining us so they can ensure they prepare a spot for you in advance of your arrival! Contact Sherry Boyd directly at: Sherrilla (at) aol (dot) com.<br />
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Laurel Lee Pollardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05987265854426383373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-897515375306938421.post-4072831418066392542013-10-15T23:52:00.000-04:002013-10-18T09:49:34.427-04:00"Fair Season" Layout Kit for Cre8time at York Street Baptist Church with Sizzix Big Shot Pro<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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I'm preparing three incredible layouts for the "Cre8te and Take" at York Street Baptist Church's monthly scrapbooking. I'm using the <a href="http://www.sizzix.com/shop/bsp" target="_blank"><b>Sizzix Big Shot Pro</b></a> full-page layout die in {NEW} ways with the luscious <b><a href="http://bobunny.com/lightbox/foreverfall.html" target="_blank">"Forever Fall" collection by BoBunny</a></b> and highlighted with <a href="http://www.imaginecrafts.com/" style="font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">"Memento" and "Brilliance" inks by Imagine Crafs / Tsukineko</a>. <i>Find all the details of the event <b><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2013/10/new-techniques-to-freshen-your-layouts.html" target="_blank">HERE</a></b> and the first layout kit option <b><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2013/10/brave-layout-kit-for-cre8time-at-york.html" target="_blank">HERE</a></b> and the final layout option can be found <b><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2013/10/gratitude-layout-kit-for-york-street.html" target="_blank">HERE</a></b> ~</i></div>
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For this <i><u>"Fair Season"</u></i> layout, you will need <b>FOUR</b> 2.25" x 3.5" and <b>ONE</b> 3.5" x 5.25" photos:</div>
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Pick your journaling box of choice from "Forever Fall Cutouts" and round the corners.<br />
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Die cut "Forever Fall Blaze" from<a href="http://www.sizzix.com/product/656612/sizzix-bigz-pro-die-heart-scallop" target="_blank"> Sizzix Bigz Pro die "Heart, Scallop"</a><br />
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This video quickly covers the details using the "Heart, Scallop" die, which is outlined step-by-step, below ~</div>
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Count over 9 scallops from the top middle edge of the heart, on both sides.<br />
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Create a crease at the mid-point across each of the 9th scallops.<br />
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Create a crease after the second scallop at the top to the third scallop at the bottom. Repeat on opposite side.<br />
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Turn the heart upside down.<br />
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Fold and crease both sides.<br />
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Open the heart, fold and crease the top to the bottom, open flat and cut along the crease lines to meet the horizontal crease & fold up middle section as shown.<br />
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Keeping the middle section folded up, bring the sides back together.<br />
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Flip the entire project over. Leaving a small space, crease across the bottom of the fold.<br />
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Fold the bottom up and over.<br />
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Leaving 5 scallops, leave a tab as you cut across the bottom.<br />
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Glue down the tab, reserving the two scalloped pieces.<br />
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Flip the pocket right-side up. Pick your choice of "Forever Fall Buttons."<br />
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Add a dab of glue and roll the end of a string between your fingers, in order to make threading the button easier.<br />
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Glue the button to the top flap, and add a dab of glue beneath the flap.<br />
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Press and hold.<br />
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Cut two 4" x 12" pieces of "Turquoise Journal."<br />
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Take the two reserved pieces from the pocket, score across the very bottom of the scallops.<br />
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Cut along the score line.<br />
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Fold the "Turquoise Jounal" strip in half and glue one side to the scallop section as shown, centering on the middle scallop.<br />
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Trim off the edge of the scallop, straight up from the edge of the "Turquoise Journal."<br />
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Add "bling" of choice from "Forever Fall Jewels."<br />
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Add embellishment of choice from "Forever Fall Noteworthy" across the bottom of the front of the pocket (I used half of the sunflower strip).<br />
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Flip over pocket and trim off the edges.<br />
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Lay the pocket and journaling box in place on your "Forever Fall Sunflower" page and mark the corner where they intersect.<br />
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Attach the "Forever Fall Stamps" to a clear block and load & stamp separate images with Imagine Crafts / Tsukineko's "Brilliance" and "Memento" inks.<br />
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Stamp the multiple images using the mark as an indicator of where you need placement.<br />
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Add the dragonfly "Forever Fall Stamp" to the stamp block, load with "Memento" ink and stamp image flying toward the sunflower.<br />
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Set up layout and add a dragonfly trail to the page.<br />
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Reinforce the back of the journaling box by gluing on smaller piece of card stock to the back.<br />
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Die-cut "Forever Fall Impressions" from <a href="http://www.sizzix.com/product/656332/sizzix-bigz-die-artist-trading-card" target="_blank">Sizzix's Bigz "Artist Trading Card"</a> die.<br />
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Layer your choice of "Forever Fall Sticker Combo" with the Artist Trading Card die-cut onto the front of one of the sleeves.<br />
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Cut two 5.5" x 3.75" mounts from "Forever Fall Impressions," add two 2.25" x 3.5" pictures to each. Mount inside each sleeve.</div>
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Mount the large 3.5" x 5.25" photo to the front of the last sleeve.<br />
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Add mounting pads to the back of the journaling block, save the corner that will rest over the pocket, which should just need adhesive.<br />
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Align and mount the pocket and journaling block to the layout, just covering the markings on the layout.<br />
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With a bit of folding and cutting, you can change this scalloped heart die-cut layout:<br />
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To this {NEW} pocketed interpretation!<br />
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Be sure to register in advance to join us THIS friday for this free "Cre8te and Take" at York Street Baptist Church. We'd love to welcome you! </div>
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** Find all the details of the event this Friday, October 18th, 2013, at York Street Baptist Church <b><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2013/10/new-techniques-to-freshen-your-layouts.html" target="_blank">HERE</a></b> and the first layout kit option "Brave," featuring BoBunny's <i><a href="http://www.bobunny.com/lightbox/foreverfall.html" target="_blank">"Forever Fall"</a></i> collection, <b><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2013/10/brave-layout-kit-for-cre8time-at-york.html" target="_blank">HERE</a></b> ~</div>
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My goodness, am I looking forward to hosting the free "Cre8te and Take" at York Street Baptist Church's monthly scrapbooking this Friday in York, Maine! <i>Find all the details <a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2013/10/new-techniques-to-freshen-your-layouts.html" target="_blank"><b>HERE</b></a>.</i></div>
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I am featuring {NEW} ways to consider using <a href="http://www.sizzix.com/shop/bsp" target="_blank"><b>Sizzix's Big Shot Pro</b></a> dies to continue to create fresh layouts. I have three custom layout kits attendees will be able to choose from, each featuring different elements of the dramatic <b><a href="http://bobunny.com/lightbox/foreverfall.html" target="_blank"><i>"Forever Fall"</i> collection by BoBunny Press.</a></b></div>
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The first layout, <u><b><i>"Brave,"</i></b></u> explores the o of Sizzix Big Shot Pro die, "<a href="http://www.sizzix.com/product/656608/sizzix-bigz-pro-die-square-ornate" style="font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">Square, Ornate</a>" using two photos sized 5"x 5" and 3"x 6.5". <i>Find the details of the second layout option <b><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2013/10/fair-season-layout-kit-for-cre8time-at.html" target="_blank">HERE</a> </b>and the third layout option <b><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2013/10/gratitude-layout-kit-for-york-street.html" target="_blank">HERE</a></b>.</i></div>
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To begin, mark the mid-point of a 12" X 4" strip of BoBunny's <i>"Forever Fall Dot Dot"</i><b> </b>paper,</div>
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Add tic marks on your Big Shot Pro die in the spot you would like to reference, one on each end of the die.<br />
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Center your paper on the die.<br />
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Create your Sizzix sandwich with your Big Shot Pro, starting by layering your Adapter Pad, Crease Pad, Big Shot Pro die, paper, and cutting pad in your Big Shot Pro Sliding Tray, ensuring the cutting pad slightly overhangs the die as it moves through the Big Shot Pro.</div>
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Take the 12" X 6" BoBunny <i>"Forever Fall Foliage"</i><b> </b>paper and repeat the tic marks, this time off-setting the point 2.5<b>"</b> from the left, both top & bottom. </div>
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Slide your new die-cut piece straight across you die so that it slightly overhangs the front edge of the die. Complete you Sizzix sandwich by layering the cutting pad on top and roll your die-cut through the Big Shot Pro a second pass, trimming off a small section.<br />
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Die-cut a <a href="http://www.sizzix.com/product/655776/sizzix-bigz-clear-die-square-scallop" target="_blank"><b>Sizzix Bigz "Square, Scallop"</b></a> from BoBunny's <i>"Forever Fall Impressions" </i>double-sided paper.</div>
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Using the reverse side of "Forever Fall Impressions," overlay multiple stamped images using shimmering <a href="http://www.tsukineko.com/store/cart.php?m=product_list&c=12" target="_blank"><b>Tsukineko "Brilliance" inks</b></a>, grounded with a solid <a href="http://www.tsukineko.com/store/cart.php?m=product_list&c=70" target="_blank"><b>"Memento"</b></a> inked image ~<br />
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Add a finishing touch to the die-cut with a border in a coordinating color.<br />
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Prepare Bobunny's <i>"Forever Fall Impressions"</i> 5.5" x 5.5" and 3.75" x 7.25" mats for photos, layering components and embellishments from BoBunny's <i>"Forever Fall Noteworthy" </i>and learn how to turn THIS Big Shot Pro "Square, Ornate" die cut shape<br />
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I'm excited to share the glorious double-sided papers, immense variety of embellishments and coordinating stamps that complete the extensive collection. </div>
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I'm thrilled to have been asked to host the free "Cre8te and Take" at York Street Baptist Church in York, Maine, this Friday, October 18th, 2013. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors, I have got a great lineup <i>ready!</i><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Do you want to continue to create fresh layouts with your <b><a href="http://www.sizzix.com/shop/bsp" target="_blank"><span style="color: #990000;">Sizzix Big Shot Pro</span></a></b> full-page layout dies? I look forward to demonstrating techniques you can use to create a wide variety of looks by considering your Big Shot Pro dies in new ways.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">There will be three layout kits to choose from, each featuring an extensive selection of papers and embellishments from <b><i><a href="http://bobunny.com/lightbox/foreverfall.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #990000;">"Forever Fall"</span></a></i></b> collection by <b><a href="http://bobunny.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #990000;">BoBunny Press</span></a></b> and accented with coordinating inks from <b><a href="http://www.imaginecrafts.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #990000;">Imagine Crafts / Tsukineko</span></a></b>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><i><b>PLUS</b></i> I will have the Sizzix Big Shot Pro, along with <b><i>SIX</i> Sizzix Big Shot Pro layout dies,</b> available all night! Take this opportunity to examine your stash of 12 X 12 papers and, in just moments, increase their value <i>dramatically</i> by turning them into custom die cuts!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>BoBunny Press</b> - <a href="http://www.bobunny.com/">www.BoBunny.com</a> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>Imagine Crafts</b> - <a href="http://www.imaginecrafts.com/">www.ImagineCrafts.com</a> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>Cre8time</b> - <a href="http://www.cre8time.org/">www.Cre8time.org</a> </span></div>
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Looking for details on the upcoming kits available this Friday at York Street Baptist Church Monthly Scrapbooking's "Cre8te and Take?" Click-through and see each free layout kit option <b><i><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2013/10/brave-layout-kit-for-cre8time-at-york.html" target="_blank">HERE</a></i></b>, <b><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2013/10/fair-season-layout-kit-for-cre8time-at.html" target="_blank"><i>HERE</i></a></b> and <b><a href="http://nepapercrafts.blogspot.com/2013/10/gratitude-layout-kit-for-york-street.html" target="_blank"><i>HERE</i></a></b> for full step-by-step instructions!</div>
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<b>Laurel Lee Pollard, Online Publisher, Promoter</b></div>
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New England Paper Crafts<br />
<b><i>"Ensuring the inspiring world of paper crafts continues to bloom."</i></b><br />
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<br />Laurel Lee Pollardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05987265854426383373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-897515375306938421.post-33587365043518871802013-10-07T19:44:00.002-04:002013-10-08T08:33:46.972-04:00We're Hands on Tuesday TOMORROW at York Public LibraryHello, Gorgeouses!<br />
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Tomorrow is another terrific free event, Hands on Tuesday, at the <a href="http://www.york.lib.me.us/yplkids.htm" target="_blank"><b>York Public Library</b></a>! My dear friend, Kate Pfirman, and I, host this event the second Tuesday of every month, taking a bit of a break for summer.<br />
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We truly enjoy crafting with the toddlers and their caregivers. As Kate and I both have young children, we know how important it can be for caregivers to have a few moments of loosely designed play that they don't have to coordinate themselves!<br />
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So I encourage you to join us tomorrow for this free, drop-in event:<br />
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Hands on Tuesday<br />
Tuesday, October 8th, 2013, 10:15 - 11:00am<br />
York Public Library, 15 Long Sands Road, right in the heart of downtown York, Maine<br />
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*Don't forget your play clothes - we're working with finger paints to decorate die-cut paper pumpkins and it's bound to get MESS-Y!<br />
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. . . and I have a leeetle surprise for my friend Kate. I couldn't resist making up these jack o'lantern treat bags using my <a href="http://www.sizzix.com/ecal" target="_blank"><b>Sizzix eclips with ecal software</b></a>, along with Martha Stewart's American Made 2013 Audience Award Grand Prize Winner, Mary Rudakas' design for <a href="http://svgcuts.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1&products_id=224" target="_blank"><b>SVGcuts.</b></a><br />
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While the kiddies get to decorate the front, our caregivers will receive a FREE treat bag kit so they can assemble the bags after all the paint dries! Bonus!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My little angel did up a sample for me last<br />night. Her brother saw it and said, "That's not<br />stinkin' cute - that's <b>WAAY</b> better than stinkin' cute!!!"<br /><i>Winner!</i></td></tr>
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I encourage you to drop by tomorrow to see me and Kate Pfirman at this free event at the York Public Library, meet your neighbors, get a little creative, and ask me any questions YOU may have about the wonderful world of paper crafts!<br />
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Happy Day, Laurel<br />
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<b>Laurel Lee Pollard, Online Publisher, Promoter</b></div>
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New England Paper Crafts<br />
<b><i>"Ensuring the inspiring world of paper crafts continues to bloom."</i></b><br />
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