New Easter Class!

Sorry it's been awhile since I've posted. Between the Cricut Cuteness blog and the CC Facebook page, I have been really busy! If you haven't stopped by the Cricut Cuteness Facebook page, be sure to check it out! There are lots of wonderful projects being posted, questions being answered, and helpful tips being shared.

http://www.facebook.com/search/?q=cricut+cuteness&init=quick#!/pages/Cricut-Cuteness/251942103723?ref=search&sid=685290391.3534946397..1

I thought I'd take a minute to post a picture of the new Easter Make & Take being held at the Shoppe next month. Registration is now open, if you'd like to sign up. (706) 321-0202.

Hope everyone is having a wonderful weekend!!

Have you stopped by today?

Just a head's up: A new FREE project has been posted over at the Cricut Cuteness blog. If you're in the mood for Spring, stop on by to check it out!

http://www.cricutcuteness.blogspot.com

A fantastic Disney project

This wonderfully sweet lady named Stephanie posted THE most ADORABLE Disney autograph album on the Cricut message board tonight. With her permission, I am posting this link, so you all can be inspired by her incredible talent.

Thank you so much, Stephanie for allowing me to post your link.

http://all4sydney.blogspot.com/

Classes are filling fast!

Just a quick update to let you know that space is now very limited for both the Pooh "Bee Mine" class as well as the online "My Heart Leaps 4 U" class. (see pictures below for both).

I believe there are only 2 spots available for "Bee Mine" and 3 spots remaining for the online class. Please don't wait if you are interested...these classes will not be repeated.

And also just a reminder: Classes are available to everyone, whether you live locally or not. For more information, please call 706-321-0202.

Hope you all are having a great day!!

For sale

One Storybook cartridge, $35 (cash only). The cartridge came as part of an Expression bundle, so it does not have the blister packaging. But it has not been used or linked to a Gypsy. It comes in it's original box with the booklet, overlay and the cartridge itself.

This cartridge has alot of elegant images such as swirls, flourishes, etc. It also has a beautiful font which would be perfect for your Valentine's Day pictures!!

If you would like this, please stop by the Shoppe.

New online class...

A new online class is now up at the Shoppe and ready for sign ups. You may remember last year I taught a class called "Toad-ally Loveable". Well, the response to it was so good that I decided to do a second version: "My Heart Leaps 4 U". If you liked the first, you will probably love this one as well. And if you missed out last time, now's your chance!

Kits will be available for pick up on Feb. 13th. For those not familiar with our online classes, in each kit you will receive the website address as well as a password to that particular class. There you will find pictures and directions to make this fun two page layout. Here is a picture of what the class project will be:

If you're interested, please don't wait to sign up. Seats are going very quickly for this one!

Hope you enjoy it! :o)

For all you Cricuteers out there...

I have some exciting news to share! I have decided to start a blog specifically for my Cricut creations. Most of these projects will be layouts, with a few exceptions. The directions will be there for you as well...all free of charge! The only thing I ask is the same I require for this blog: Any of my work found here or at "Cricut Cuteness" should only be used in your personal albums.

Once I learn the ins and outs of my video camera, I hope to put some video tutorials there as well. I plan to put a new project up fairly regularly, so if you'd like to follow, here is the link:

http://cricutcuteness.blogspot.com

I should also mention that this blog will remain active as well. Whenever you're looking for any information on my classes, etc., you will only find it here. "Cricut Cuteness" is just something extra I've decided to do...to hopefully provide some inspiration as well as keep me motivated in my own personal scrapbooking.

Have a great evening and hope to see you at my new spot! :o)

Over at Pooh Corner...

...you will find this cute new layout! It's our class scheduled for the afternoon of Feb. 20th. It's hard to see from the picture but it includes a very touching quote:

"If you live to be a hundred, I want to live to be a hundred minus one day, so that I never have to live without you." ~ Winnie the Pooh

A couple of things to note:

First, the stickles that I used for the dripping honey will not be included with the class supplies. So, if you would like to do this, please either bring yours to class, or let Cheryl know you would like to order some. The color I used was "Crystal". Because this is a clear glitter glue, it is versatile enough to work with any colored cardstock. So, in addition to this class project, you're sure to get lots of other uses out of it.

Second, please bring your inks and/or chalks with you to class. The other tool I used and would like to recommend is this:I have found this tool to be worth it's weight in gold when it comes to inking! Because it has a handle, no more getting your hands covered with ink. And as much as I love the cat's eye ink pads, I find they can come apart in pieces when trying to apply ink to my page. These foam pads hold up remarkably well. When you're done, simply peel the foam pad from base (it's attached with velcro). Add another foam pad and you're ready for your next project! Super simple!! I absolutely love mine and highly recommend it.

The applicator itself retails for $4.99. And I believe it comes with two foam pads. Refill foam pads come 10 to a pack for $4.99. If you think you'd like to order one for yourself, call the Shoppe to order one today! (706) 321-0202.

And also, just a quick reminder of our round-about class on January 16th. The class fee is $45 for four two page layouts! The "You Melt My Heart" pages featured below is what you will be making at my booth. Hope to see you there!

Hope you all had a wonderful Christmas...and that your New Year is a very blessed one!

Coming in January...

"You Melt My Heart"...

Great finds of '09!

Last year I made the decision to start a "My Favorite Things" list...just in time for Christmas. This year I've found a couple of more things to add to my list. I'm calling it "Great Finds of '09"! :o)

First, Martha Stewart's paper trimmer. Cuts like butter! And the best part? It cuts STRAIGHT!! I should probably state that I have tried many paper trimmers over the years, but this one is by far, the best that I have found! Another feature I love is that it has an arm that you can "set. Here is a great video demonstrating that feature.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kC54B5a6bIs

The only con of this trimmer is that it only goes up to 10 1/2 inches. Not a huge issue in my opinion because most times you're cutting down a 12x12 page anyway.

Another great find is the Martha Stewart border puches. There are two that I absolutely fell in love with. One is the "Punch around the Page" loop border/corner set. There are many other designs that are available all the way from whimsical to the most elegant designs.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7p1p5yV2NpI

If you haven't heard of the Drippy Goo punch, be sure to check that one out too. It's been on the market for awhile. It was a "must have" item last year but this year, you can probably find one at your local Walmart. You can use this punch in sooo many different ways on cards or layouts: icing for cake; drippings from an ice cream; icicles. Lots of fun ideas! If you look at my calendar pages below, for the June page, I used this punch on the photo mat. Isn't it cute?

Aleene's Tacky Glue Pen is another wonderful product. What makes this glue pen different than others, you may be asking? It's refillable!! Last night I spent less than $3 for a huge 16 FL. OZ bottle of Tacky Glue at Walmart...which will last me a looong time! I also love that this glue pen has a fine tip which allows much more control with tiny embellishments.

**If you haven't already, check out my archived Money Saving Tip on how to make your own glue dots using Aleene's Tack It Over and Over. It's another great product that will save you some money.**

And one more thing: Whether you're a card maker or an avid scrapbooker, my best find so far has been the Cricut machine. No words can express how much I love my machine or how much use out of it I've gotten. It was well worth the investment and I highly recommend it. It will help you make beautiful pages in a fraction of the time...and it's incredibly user friendly!!

Hope these suggestions help with your Christmas shopping!