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Wednesday, September 25, 2019

Creating with Cricut Maker Tools

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine.







Have you seen the new CRICUT MAKER TOOLS? They are AMAZING and you've got to try them for yourself! 

    

  • When Cricut launched CRICUT MAKER  2 years ago, it made a promise to come out with more tools and materials, so that Maker could grow with creators as they master new crafts.  These tools are possible, and can be used only with Maker, because it was specially designed with an Adaptive Tool System. This system brings together three major technologies that give Maker professional class cutting versatility and performance. It:  
  • Delivers 10 times (4 kg) or more cutting force than the Explore line 
  • Uses a sophisticated steering system to actively control the direction of the blade at all times 
  • Tests to be sure you are using the correct blade before it starts cutting, and tells you to change it, if not. 
  • To deliver on this Maker promise, Cricut is introducing even more tools that deliver on the Maker versatility promise and are part of the expanding Adaptive Toolset. 
  • These new tools allow creators to utilize even more techniques, such as engraving and debossing, and materials such as metal, with Maker, further expanding Maker’s capabilities. 

  • Each of the tools are part of the Maker’s QuickSwap Toolset, so creators everywhere can quickly and easily move between tools as they complete their projects.
Do you have a Halloween party coming up? Create your own party decor with the new Maker blades and check out below how easy they are to use!

Create these adorable banners for your Halloween party using the WAVY BLADE . The decorative edge the wavy blade creates makes for a fun and unique banner!  Use BLACK VINYL in these sweet Halloween images found on CRICUT DESIGN SPACE.

SORBET CARDSTOCK is cut pennant style using the WAVY BLADE then attached to striped black paper straws using hot glue. 




I'm in love with the FINE DEBOSSING TIP! I created these mini coffin favor boxes using Cricut Design Space and loved the subtle look of these cute Halloween images using the fine debossing tip. Fill the favor boxes up with yummy Halloween treats and tie a bit of black baker's twine around the boxes. Kids will love these cute surprises with silly Halloween characters. 









The PERFORATION BLADE might just be my favorite tool yet!  You can easily create these fun cones that can be filled up with goodies and trinkets. Party guests can tear away the perforated circle and find all the treats hiding inside. 





Let's do a quick review of each blade!


Get a decorative edge in half the time than a drag blade with a gentle wave cut for a wide variety of projects. To add a whimsical wavy edge to any design, this specially sculpted stainless steel blade is great for original vinyl decals, iron-on designs, envelopes, cards, gift tags, collage projects, or any time you need fabulously finished edges and stylish design accents. Perfect for iron-on, vinyl, paper, cardstock, fabric, and more.



Add professional polish and elevated elegance to paper crafts by creating crisp, detailed debossed designs. Unlike folders, which lock you into a specific design, this rolling debossing ball, with a wider range of motion, gives you free reign to customize, personalize, and design with incredible intricacy. Make a dimensional wedding card, thank you card with your monogram, or add flourish to gift boxes, tags, and more. Creates a stunning effect on foil cardstock, coated paper, shimmer and glitter paper, basswood, and much more


Get the perfect tear quickly and effortlessly with precise perforation cuts for a wide variety of projects. To create uniform, finely perforated lines for any design, just snap this tip onto the QuickSwap Housing and tell your  CRICUT MAKER to "Go!" Evenly spaced perforation lines allow for clean, well-spaced tearing without the need to fold beforehand – especially great for shapes with curves. Perfect for tear-out booklet pages, raffle tickets, homemade journals, or for any project that demands a neat tear



There's also the ENGRAVING TIP which I didn't use this time but check out what you can do with this tool! 
Make a lasting impression with Cricut Engraving Tip. To get professional-looking results, just snap this tip onto the QuickSwap Housing and tell your CRICUT MAKER  to "Go!" Watch with awe as you write personalized text or create monograms, draw decorative flourishes and embellishments, or inscribe your favorite quotes on a keepsake. For an eye-catching effect, engrave Cricut Metal Sheets or anodized aluminum to reveal the silver beneath.

You'll love these four new tools for your Cricut Maker, the sky's the limit with what you can create!  

Have a Happy Halloween! 




Friday, September 20, 2019

Halloween Unicorn

Disclosure: As a member of the Oriental Trading Fun Squad, I received compensation and/or products in exchange for my styling and crafting services. This post contains affiliate links.


Halloween will be here before you know it and ORIENTAL TRADING has a HUGE selection of SKELETONS to add to your Halloween decor. Whether you're going for creepy or cute, Oriental Trading has exactly what you're looking for. My favorite is this UNICORN SKELETON (which is on sale!) that I painted pink and added a floral head piece and a few creepy spiders. Who knew skeletons could be so adorable?! 






Cabinet of Curiosities


Disclosure: As a member of the Oriental Trading Fun Squad, I received compensation and/or products in exchange for my styling and crafting services. This post contains affiliate links.

No mantel, no problem! If you don't have a mantel to decorate for the season, a console table is a fun and easy way to decorate for Halloween. Celebrate the odd and unusual this Halloween with a cabinet filled with curiosities. Creepy curiosities from faux taxidermy to distressed apothecary jars filled with odd treasures, you'll love this unique take on the traditional Halloween decor! Head over to the Oriental Trading FUN365 site for all the creepy details!





Addams Family Trunk or Treat

Disclosure: As a member of the Oriental Trading Fun Squad, I received compensation and/or products in exchange for my styling and crafting services. This post contains affiliate links.

They're creepy and they're kooky, mysterious and spooky. They're all together ooky, the Addams Family! Create a creepy and kooky Addams Family Trunk or Treat this HALLOWEEN by turning your car into an old haunted house filled with relics from our favorite spooky family. Check out the entire post with lots of fun ideas on the ORIENTAL TRADING FUN365 SITE!





Halloween Gift Ideas For Students With Oriental Trading

Disclosure: As a member of the Oriental Trading Fun Squad, I received compensation and/or products in exchange for my styling and crafting services. This post contains affiliate links.


Make class time extra fun this HALLOWEEN season with these silly student gift ideas! From ghoulish bookmarks to glow sticks that light up the night, there's something fun for every class! Find all of the Halloween handout ideas over on the ORIENTAL TRADING #FUN365 SITE!








Friday, September 6, 2019

Gothic Themed Wedding

Disclosure: As a member of the Oriental Trading Fun Squad, I received compensation and/or products in exchange for my styling and crafting services. This post contains affiliate links.



To all those Halloween loving brides out there, this hauntingly beautiful wedding tablescape is for you! Add a bit of subtle spookiness to your wedding decor without going all out creepy. Check out the entire wedding and enchanting details on the Oriental Trading FUN365 site







Thursday, September 5, 2019

Haunted Mermaid Party with Oriental Trading

Disclosure: As a member of the Oriental Trading Fun Squad, I received compensation and/or products in exchange for my styling and crafting services. This post contains affiliate links.


Take your Halloween  celebration to the next leve with this Haunted Mermaid Party! Bring what lies beneath those treacherous waters to the surface for a terrifyingly good time! Raise your hand if you need a mermaid skeleton in your life! Check out all the details on the Oriental Trading FUN365 site!




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