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Friday, April 29, 2011

My Favorite Cartridge Blog Hop













Please Note: Most other sites on the hop will be live tonight at 7:00pm. I am early as I have cub scout outing!



Welcome to the "My Favorite Cartridge Blog Hop!" Thank you to Erica for putting this hop together! So, are you wondering what my favorite is? I actually wrote Erica that I would take Storybook and if that was taken, Straight from the Nest. So, she let me have both! Well, it is too hard to chose one favorite! And I think some of the newer carts I don't even have yet could be my new favorites (say Damask Decor).



I am sharing a layout I made for my Grandmother-In-Law's 90th birthday. The center medallion is cut from Straight From the Nest at 10". I love cartridges that had shadows of the images so I can pull all my colors together! The brown card stock had a pearl finish and was quite heavy. I had to cut it with my heavy duty blade at a 6 on the blade housing. You may find this true of glitter card stock too!



I used Storybook to cut my journaling block and stretched it in my Design Studio to fit my Lil Davis Designs stamps by Fiskars. I am loving these stamp sets for journaling! Seems a small spot stamped helps me to get my journaling done, and I got the whole set for $3.00 on Scrapbucks.


Flowers are Prima, paper and pearls are Close to My Heart.



Now, how about some blog candy? I am offering a $15.00 gift certificate to either of my Etsy stores: Scrapingcovers and Scrapguild.etsy.com, and FREE shipping of your item to the US or Canada. I welcome entries and winners outside the US and Canada and ask that you pay any difference in shipping. So, here is how to enter my blog candy drawing:



Visit my stores above or my video at YouTube about my scrapbag and tell me what you like best in a comment on this post. You can find my video here. Be sure to leave a method to contact you in your comments and in a safe manner! For instance, jsmith at hotmail dot com is safer than typing in your actual address.


You do NOT need to follow my blog. If like what you see, please follow but I don't believe in requiring this for an entry! I am attaching a picture below of one of my scrap bags and one of my Cricut dust covers. I do make covers for other cutters such as Pazzles, and Silhouette. Custom orders are welcome! Winner will be drawn on Monday, May 2, 2011.





Your next stop on the hop is: Jamie Blast off http://myamusinglife.blogspot.com/



And in case you get lost here is the entire line up below.




2. Erica and Erin Preserves http://ericaanderin.blogspot.com/


3.Bee Scrappy Walk in My Garden http://medinabeescrappy.blogspot.com/




5.Margarita simply charmed, new arrival http://magalycreates.blogspot.com/








9. Amanda Locker Talk. http://craftsbyamanda.blogspot.com/






12.Patricia nifty 50s ME http://mycricutcraftroom.blogspot.com/2011/04/patricias-nifty-fifty-cartridge.html 13.Clare Storybook, Straight from the Nest http://www.cricutcraftyclare.blogspot.com/ (you are here)




15. Esther Carosel http://esthrmend.blogspot.com/


16. Misty From my kitchen http://www.abusyplace.blogspot.com/




18. Serafina Birthday Bash http://myquserasera.blogspot.com/










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43 comments:

  1. Patricia LoganApril 30, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    I like your creations. I have a question: I am getting the E2, and I also have the Expressions. How much are your covers for the Expressions machine, and are you going to be making a cover for the E2 machine? You can either email me at plogan@columbus.rr.com or convo me at www.etsy.com/shop/plogan721. Thanks.

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  2. BunnyfreakApril 30, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    I love that your scrap bag has a holder for the spatula tool and that it stays open.

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  3. AnonymousApril 30, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    Great projects.. I LOVE the layout and even more wonderful Blog Candy..

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  4. Gemini-HeatherApril 30, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    those are my fave carts. thanks for sharing!!

    heather.dumond@maine.edu

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  5. Charlotte CornettApril 30, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    Already a follower, love your creations!!! That is a beautiful layout! TFS! Charlotte

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  6. AnonymousApril 30, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    Like your scrap bag is wide enough to empty easily and not need plastic liner, TFS

    catagal@aol.com

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  7. TerryMApril 30, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    I like the colors in the layout. The Medallion reminds me of a circle of hearts. Happy Birthday to your GD-Mother-in=law!

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  8. SukieApril 30, 2011 at 6:44 PM

    Visited your Etsy, I'm like the chocolate expression cover. Looks like you may have to create one for the E2 or maybe the regular one will fit?

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  9. AmanApril 30, 2011 at 6:52 PM

    Great layout! I like your covers. I am very interested in the cart caddy. I need a cartridge storage solution for my growing collection!

    amanbains1 at gmail dot com

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  10. Carrie KApril 30, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    I love your covers!!!

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  11. Kris DietzApril 30, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    I'm a new follower. Love your blog. I really like your covers. Beautiful!

    Kris
    dietzrobles at yahoo dot com

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  12. LisaApril 30, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    What awesome projects and those covers are so cool!! I'm a new follower...I'd love for you to stop by my blog and follow as well :)

    http://indymermaid.blogspot.com

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  13. Scrappymama ElaineApril 30, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    Great project!
    Esigmon at cox dot net

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  14. Scrappymama ElaineApril 30, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    Just saw your video and your little trash bag is so clever! Love it! I hope I win!
    Esigmon at cox dot net

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  15. KATApril 30, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    i love your cover. i'd like one for my new E2. i'm a new follower.

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  16. Jen_HApril 30, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    Love the projects and those covers are so adorable!I'm a new follower. TFS!
    Jen H
    jholton0503@yahoo.com
    theholtonshome.blogspot.com

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  17. CrazyQuiltCreatorApril 30, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    Great projects!!

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  18. Eagle CraftzApril 30, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    Very elegant!!
    Esther

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  19. Deanne GutierrezApril 30, 2011 at 9:06 PM

    Those are some great projects! Thanks for sharing them :)

    I am now following your blog, leaving my blog addy - maybe you can follow mine too?

    Deanne G
    dgutierez1@msn.com
    http://deannescraftingadventures.blogspot.com/

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  20. JaneenApril 30, 2011 at 9:06 PM

    Your layout is beautiful! Great job! Just got done watching your video, I love the scrap bag! What a great idea, along with being so useful they are so cute! TFS! I'm a new follower! Please feel free to stop by and hopefully become a new follower too!

    lovelyinspiredcreations.blotspot.com
    majelica at comcast dot net

    (always wondered why some people typed their email like that, thanks for answering that! )

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  21. MaryApril 30, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    Love your work , boy I wish I could sew..
    Thank You, Mary
    mcdolese@aol.com

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  22. BeckyApril 30, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    Love your items and layout.

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  23. Josie0602April 30, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    I love your covers! They are so cute!!
    Wonderful layout. Those two cartridges are a couple of my favorites too.
    Tracy
    jtg0398 at sbcglobal dot net

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  24. DeaApril 30, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    Great job. Like the detachable scrap bag.
    dea at mcfarland1 dot com

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  25. Just Call Me GrammyApril 30, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    Pretty page and I love the dust cover...super cute!

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  26. Suzy's CraftsApril 30, 2011 at 10:38 PM

    Great projects and I love your covers. Great idea.

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  27. katieoApril 30, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    I love how you used the storybook image
    katieoscreations@gmail.com

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  28. SusanApril 30, 2011 at 11:36 PM

    I love the colors in your project. I'm sure your grandmother in law will also love it, 90 years is a remarkable journey and I believe these types of gifts are the best. Memories are priceless! I love your bag/ cover. I am always afraid I'm going to get a scratch on my Cricut and with one of these I wouldn't have to worry about that! Not to mention keeping the dust out! Thanks for sharing this.

    I'm a new follower and would love to have you stop over by my blog also.

    Thanks much!
    Susan
    http://cricutandgrasshopper.blogspot.com

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  29. Sue in CTMay 1, 2011 at 12:31 AM

    Very nicely done...love it.

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  30. crazy about cardsMay 1, 2011 at 12:35 AM

    Love the covers you made! I also like the storybook cartridge
    I'm a new follower
    hugs, Lisa
    cardcraz.blogspot.com

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  31. Faye's Crafti CornerMay 1, 2011 at 2:08 AM

    Great job, I love the layout. Your bags are great too.

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  32. CaraMay 1, 2011 at 6:18 AM

    Cute layout and nice covers, too!!

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  33. AmandaMay 1, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    great project. I so need the scrap bag. thanks for sharing.as am following
    amanda

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  34. BroknWingMay 1, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    I love both the Cart Caddy because I'm always in need of more storage space and it's a great storage design. AND the Blue & Black scrap bag. I love the scrap bag because I'm always having to clean up my scraps from everywhere & the scrap bag would allow me to have a confined area to clean up my scraps w/out having the cats chase me all over...LOL...
    you can contact me on Erica's FB page, I'm Michelle H___ or you can e-mail me through g-mail, I'm following you as well. broknwing75 at gmail dot com .

    Thanks for sharing! I'm having so much fun on the blog hop & getting great ideas!

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  35. ShersL84bedMay 1, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    Wonderful layout.

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  36. sweetlilscrapperMay 1, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    love your work! would love to win!

    sweetlilscrapper.blogspot.com
    sweetlilscrapper at hotmail dot ca

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  37. Becky DunhamMay 1, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    Sweet layout Clare! I have not tried either of the carts you used - i don't have a lot of carts yet. Love that cricut cover and scrap bag - soo cute. i am already a follower of your lovely blog :)

    rebeccadunham at hotmail dot com

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  38. stitchinpixieMay 1, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    I love boning in the top. I hate when bags flop down on me all the time!! I also love the center of your page L/o. Great talent

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  39. AutumnMay 1, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    Love the layout!! Very pretty!! I also likey the dustcover and the scrap bag....how IS that spatula attached to it, anyway??? (and how is the bag attached to the desk????) Great work! TFS

    autumnwillis925 at gmail dot com

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  40. SusanMay 1, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    Wonderful layout!! I like the Stroybook Cart. too. I love your dust covers. Thanks for sharing.

    Regis_mom1@comcast.net

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  41. Always love your bug!May 1, 2011 at 6:54 PM

    your sooo busy I love your work!

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  42. gshraderMay 1, 2011 at 7:58 PM

    Great layout! Thanks for sharing

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  43. PamelaMay 1, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    I like the way that your scrap bag is open all the time and that there is a space for the spatula. Great idea!
    Pam
    JPALM3746@comcast.net

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