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Challenge #78 from The Cut It Up Blog is Old School. Pull out your papers, embellishments, tools and gadgets that you haven't been able to part with. Remember that technique you used on everything years ago when it became a trend? Combine some or all of these and take us down creative lane with you. Remember to use a die cut, electronic or manual.

This step card layout has been around for a while but it's still a go to design to wow the recipient. I also uses an old Spellbinder Label die on the front.

Join me and the rest of The Design Team at Cut It Up Challenge Blog!

Random.org will choose the prize winner from ALL ELIGIBLE entries.

The Design Team will be picking their favorites for the "Top Cut"from ALL ELIGIBLE entries and those winners will receive a button to proudly display on their blog.

Some friendly reminders about our challenges:

Project must follow the theme of the challenge
AND include a die-cut

Only one entry per person.

You can read more about our rules on this post.

Thanks for stopping by!

We look forward to seeing what you create :)

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Cut It Up Challenge #77

Lions, Tigers and Bears Oh My! Actually any animal will do, including insects. So pull out your die cuts, Cricuts, Silhouettes, etc. to join Cut It Up Challenge Blog in the next challenge.

The front of the 10x10 card, yes it's BIG! I think any little girl would enjoy a card this size to display long after the big day has passed.I have used The Birthday Bash Cricut cartridge. The border of circles is achieved with EK Success border punch. The glitter on the ladybug below is Stickles in Silver. A punch is used for the small silver hearts.

Join the Cut It Up Challenge Blog for more inspiration from the talented Design Team and for a chance to have your work recognized and win a great prize.

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Cut It Up Challenge #75

Cut It Up Challenge Blog
Now onto Challenge #75:

Word.
The focal point of your project must be a word or phrase.

And don't forget the die cut!

Remember, projects that do not follow the theme are not eligible for the top three or for the prize.

This challenge runs from July 10, 2015 until July 22, 2015 (noon EST)

Cut It Up-Challenge #73

Join Cut It Up for Challenge #73

~ Stuck on You ~
Your project must contain a traditional STICKER.

And don't forget the die cut!

Remember, projects that do not follow the theme are not eligible for the top three or for the prize.

This challenge runs from June 26, 2015 until July 8, 2015 (noon EST)

Supplies used:

Cardstock: Bazzill

Stamp set: Martha Stewart Camellia stamp set,

Close to My Heart-You mean the world to me

Ink: Stampin Up-So Saffron

CTMH-Black

Die cut: Art Philosophy

Ribbon: Recollections

Misc: Flower stickers are from my stash(???)

Please join us and show your creativity!

Here's to you DAD!

Cut It Up Challenge #72, Father's Day Tie die cut. Let's show all the dads how much we love them with our creativity. Cards, layouts, gift boxes, you name it. We want to see it, just make sure to use a die cut from your machine of choice and include a tie. Need a little inspiration? Head over to the Cut It Up Challenge Blog to see what the team has done with this challenge. This challenge is sponsored by May Art Ribbons.

Center Step Card

Paper: My Mind's Eye, "Charm"

Cricut cartridge: CTMH Artiste

Embellishments: CTMH Triangle Studs

Be sure to enter this challenge by linking your design to the Cut It Up blog for a chance to win a great prize.

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Cut It Up Challenge #71-Mist

This challenge consist of using mist. Feel free to use any brand you have, Perfect pearls, Glimmer mist, Color Shine and more.

Lately I have been watching and exploring mixed media. I came across a very talented mixed media artist that I decided to scraplift one of her pieces. Like I said I'm learning so my design and the items I used are very similar to hers. I did substitute some products that I didn't own. I take no credit for this design at all and only appreciate that she is one of the many that are willing to share her beautiful work. Her name is Song Li and this is the link to her blog, http://creationbysong.blogspot.com/

You can view the video for this project here.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Olw5Eos9td4

Products used:

9x12 Artist's Loft Canvas (Michael's)

Back pocket from my son's jeans

Flowers from Recollections (Michael's)

Misc. Chipboard stamped with 7 gypsies

Gelatos by Faber Castell: Mango, Bubble Gum, Margarita Mix

Paints by Martha Stewart Crafts: Pink Dahlia, Porcelain Doll and Sweet Potato

My Studio Acrylic Craft Paint in Mustard Yellow and Aqua

Stamps: Hero Arts "Dots" in black Ranger Archival Ink

Paper: Craft Smith, "Painted Posies Collection" and Prima Printery Collection

Stencils: Heidi Swapp Stencil Kit

Punches: Martha Stewart small butterfly

Ranger tag and Celebrate It Jute

Die Cuts: Making Memories Slice, an oldie but goodie. I haven't used this in quite some time. I used design card "Animal Crackers" for the beige butterfly and "Seasons" for the large pink butterfly.

Mist: Color Shine by Heidi Swapp in Teal, Citrus and White

Perfect Pearls in Silver (PPM28352)

One thing I enjoy about Mixed Media is that you get to pull out everything and use things you forgot you owned. I'm a hoarder and that is one of my goals is to use up a lot of my stash this year.

I enjoyed this project very much and I hope to share another one soon that will be an original.

Thank you Song Li for your tutorial and helping me break out of my comfort zone.

It's hard to photograph misting spray but trust me it's there, I even sprayed extra.

Head on over to Cut It Up Challenge Blog to show us your style and see what the rest of the design team came up with. Your work will be seen by many and there is always a wonderful prize for playing along.

This challenge is being sponsored by Colourate.com. You can visit their site for more inspiration as well.

Thanks for stopping by and to show my appreciation I will chose one commenter to receive a package from me as well. May 15th is also my birthday and I would like to spread the celebration. I will only be able to mail to a US address. I plan on celebrating all weekend so I will chose a random name on Sunday evening.

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Cut It Up Challenge #70

Stamps + Patterned paper = you making something creative.

Show us what happens when you pull out your stamps and beautiful patterned paper. This week challenge is being sponsored by Pretty Paper Pretty Ribbons with a $15 gift certificate. Must use a die cut (electronic or manual) and the theme is Paper Piecing, layer a patterned paper on the stamp area somewhere.

Need a little inspiration? Head over to the Cut It Up blog to see what the rest of the design team came up with.

I made gumball mason jars for Teacher Appreciation Week. The tag is a Cricut die cut from Art Philosophy. I stamped a jar image onto patterned paper and cut it out and placed it on the tag with pop dots. I also stamped the flower image and cut it out as well.

This challenge starts May 1st and last til May 13th.

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Cut It Up Challenge

Exciting news, I'm back with the best Challenge Blog! CUT IT UP!
Challenge #69 is make a Funny Card. Funny, silly die cut or sentiment, whatever makes you laugh.

Be sure to check out what the talented team did on the Cut It Up Challenge Blog. Feel free to join in on the fun, your entry could win you a prize.

Here is my take on a getting old birthday card.

The base cream card is covered with Tim Holtz Ideaology tissue wrap-Melange, then whitewashed and splattered with black ink. The Cricut cuts are from cartridges Life is a Party.

Beware is attached to a strip of paper from the Prima Printery collection, distressed, inked and tails cut at the ends.

The buzzard's head is adhered with dimensional tape and I used a Kaisercraft rhinestone for the wart on it's beak.

The inside greeting.

This challenge is sponsored by Cute as a Button. Head over to the site to get all the info and show us your talent!

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I'm Back...

After a much needed break for family and myself, I'm happy to say I'm back and hope to be able to post many crafty endeavors. It has been a whirlwind of a summer and fall with health issues concerning my husband but by the Grace of God we are surviving and thriving.I have been able to ease my way back to papercrafting, sewing and a little home decor that I would love to share in upcoming post. Meanwhile I still share my love for Close to my Heart (CTMH) and all of the wonderful products they continue to bring us. Here is a special I would like to share with you.

Cyber Monday Only: 20% Off All Cricut^®Collections!

For the first time ever, Close To My Heart is offering a Cyber Monday Sale on Monday, December 1, 2014. There has never been a better time to buy Close To My Heart’s exclusive Cricut® Collections for 20% off the retail price. Whether you love scrapbooking, cardmaking, or creating 3-D projects, our four exclusive Cricut® collections make the perfect addition to any craft room! Sale starts at midnight (MST) on December 1 and ends at 11:59 pm Monday night. Make sure you share the news about this sale with all your friends, and family members, too!

You will be able to take advantage of this special deal on my Online Business Address (OBA), http://mcnairk.ctmh.com/. Orders placed in Order Entry and on your OBA must be submitted between 12:00 am and 11:59 pm (MST) on Monday, December 1 in order to get the discount on your selected Cricut® collections. Enjoy extra savings on Close To My Heart's exclusive Cricut® collections this Cyber Monday!

Wait, there's more!