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Giveaway Friday – Sizzix

post date iconAugust 27th, 2010 author iconAna Cabrera
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I am always so excited to see what the folks at Sizzix and Ellison are up to, and I can hardly wait to get my hands on Tim Holtz’s new machine ‘Vagabond’. Resembling a well-traveled suitcase on the outside, the Vagabond Machine easily opens up to reveal a portable yet powerful machine that takes you to imaginative new places. Upon closer examination, the Vagabond impresses for its uncanny ability to effortlessly cut and emboss many different materials and thicknesses. Can you think of anything better to bring on your creative journey?

Of course, there are also dozens of new die and embossing designs, too. Stop by the Sizzix blog for projects and all the latest news and release info. Leave a comment below and you will be entered to win a Texture Boutique prize package, complete with everything you need to make stunning embossed cards and accents.

Winner’s Circle

The winners of the Everyday Stories album by Xyron are

Fleur Smith
August 23, 2010 at 12:25 AM
I would love to win one of these – they look so cool!

Diane
August 25, 2010 at 4:20 PM
This would be awesome to win!

Steph H.
August 20, 2010 at 9:22 PM
Love those! I bought a few a couple years back that were similar, but they were not leather and they did not offer the 8×12 size, a size I would love to try out. Pick me!

Phyllis M.
August 20, 2010 at 3:00 PM
Wonderful giveaway and fantastic prize. Would love to win. Thanks for the chance too.
yessie
August 25, 2010 at 5:47 AM
I have not yet been lucky enough to win anything from here, but I’m hoping it’s my lucky week!

Send your full name and address to acabrera@northridgepublishing.com to claim your prize.

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Ana Cabrera

I have spent the past 10 years working in just about every aspect of the craft industry. Designer, editor, writer, instructor, and currently as the Director of Online & Social Media for Northridge Publishing. I am a life long crafter with a love for all things creative. I am also a geek girl enjoying anything to do with getting together or sharing online.

I am a single California girl transplanted to Utah where I live with my three muses – Sierra(12) Savannah(11) and Sedona(7). I can be found online into the wee hours of the night at my blog Craftification.com

Cards Challenge Gallery and New Challenge!

post date iconAugust 26th, 2010 author iconPaige
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Hope everyone is having a wonderful end of summer! I know some kids are already back in school and others are starting real soon!
The challenge for this week was to create a star-shaped card base and I’ve got 10 cute’n'creative cards made by you to share!

Birthday Wishes by Savannah O’Gwynn

For All You’ve Done by Kristen Swain

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Cards Challenge Gallery and New Challenge!
 

Paige Evans

I've been scrapbooking since I was 16 years old and love the hobby more each day! I enjoy making things by hand - from cards and layouts to books and baskets. My day is not complete unless I've made something. I'm the Copy Editor for the Northridge magazines and love all the inspiration I get from seeing everyone's creations. On a more personal note, we're expecting our first baby, a boy, in October and we couldn't be more thrilled!

Paige's blog: chrisandpaige.blogspot.com

Free digital issue: Simply Handmade

post date iconAugust 26th, 2010 author iconTammy Morrill
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Hello, ladies! (Said in the voice of Old Spice Man, which I still can’t get out of my head.) We have an awesome giveaway today — free online access to the August-September issue of Simply Handmade. Just leave a comment to enter!

Besides the cute cover project, it’s got lots more great ideas inside, like pretty altered printer’s trays and a tutorial for this clay rose magnet.

Winner will be announced Monday.

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Tammy Morrill

In middle school, I just thought I was being nerdy when I looked for typos on Spirit Week signage – little did I know I was training for a future career in editing. Now a mother of two young children, my days are full of crafting, writing, and activities that amuse the pre-K crowd. I can't get enough vintage typography and poster design, and never met a fabric store I didn't like.

Cricut Creations

post date iconAugust 25th, 2010 author iconAlisha Gordon
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Like peanut butter and jelly or cheese and crackers, we are combining Northridge Publishing and Cricut by Provo Craft to create a new idea book for your creative inspiration. We need all of  YOU and your amazing creations that showcase projects using the Cricut. Check out this list for what sections we are looking for and where to submit:

  • Baby – share your adorable layouts all about baby, along with card ideas for baby showers, announcements, and to welcome baby
  • Cards & Tags
  • Disney
  • Embossing
  • Gifts
  • Home Décor
  • Just for Kids – from layouts to crafts, Cricut makes it easy to create for and with kids!
  • Layouts
  • Party Invitations
  • Quick & Easy – showcase both layouts and cards that were created easily with the Cricut
  • Vinyl Lettering
  • Wedding – share your ideas for announcements, shower invitations, layouts, and wedding décor
  • Your Party: Start to Finish – Invitations, decorations, favors, gift wrap, and thank yous

***PLEASE SEND A SEPARATE EMAIL FOR EACH SUBMISSION YOU WOULD LIKE CONSIDERED FOR PUBLICATION.***

Deadline: 11:59pm (Mountain Time) on Sunday September 5th, 2010.

Please send submissions to submit@northridgepublishing.com.

I can’t wait to see all your wonderful submissions! Please email me at alishag@northridgepublishing.com if you have any questions.

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Alisha Gordon

Alisha is a wildly talented crafter who we have the pleasure of working with. She has a knack for all things paper and is our resident card-making pro. Alisha has a thing for all things teal, girly and vintage. Along with being a pro-crafter, she is an expert shopper (especially when is comes to small, local boutiques.)

Alisha is the Creative Editor for CARDS and is in charge of all submissions for CARDS, Simply Handmade and Scrapbook Trends. She is the one you want to talk to if you have submission questions!

CARDS Magazine September Preview

post date iconAugust 25th, 2010 author iconKristine McKay
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Alisha Gordon stops by to give us a “behind the scenes” look at the September issue of our Cards magazine.

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Kristine McKay

My passion for paper crafting began when I was a little girl growing up in Blackfoot, Idaho. I remember designing stationary sets and trying to sell them to the other neighborhood children, as well as making mini albums (before I knew what a mini-album was) out of my mom’s old gum wrappers.  My love of paper and design drew me into the scrapbooking industry. I believe that  scrapbooking is about more than simply placing a sticker on your child’s soccer photo. It is a form of artist expression, using paper as the medium and memories as the inspiration. I strive to bring practical products and ideas to the industry that save both time and money.  I currently reside in Spanish Fork, Utah with my husband of Dan  and our three children Tanner, Kelsey, and Cameron.

Kristine's blog: http://www.kmckaydesigns.com/category/blog/

WOW No. 57: Using Chalk for Shading and Dimension

post date iconAugust 25th, 2010 author iconJen Gallacher
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As my kids head back to school this week, I’ve had visions of school supplies dancing through my head. Most of my children’s classrooms have converted from chalkboards to whiteboards, but I still enjoy the feel of chalk between my fingers (although, the dust tickling my nose I could do without).

Let’s go back to school ourselves and play with chalk today! For today’s “Work It Out Wednesday” let’s pull out an older staple–chalk and use it to add shading and dimension to a project.

Here’s a photo of today’s completed project:

For additional photos, instructions and a complete supply list, continue reading on the following pages.

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Jen Gallacher

I am a designer, writer, and all-around crafter. I write the "Stories to Tell" article for Scrapbook Trends magazine and contribute regularly to the blog. You can also find me on CREATV, the Northridge Publishing video channel. Besides crafting, I enjoy reading, riding my bike, and watching television.

You can learn more about me on my blog: jengallacher.blogspot.com

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