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Monday, June 17, 2013

New Release Blog Hop Day One!

Oh, hi there! Welcome to day one of our brand new release hop! I'm so excited to have you here today! WAIT until you see what we have for you this week!



As with each new release, everything we're releasing is available in our store for purchase today. And while I am going to show you every new product here that's being released today I'll only share projects only for the two products we're showcasing today and oh, my GOSH! This first die is one that I think every crafter should have in their arsenal. It is Ah-MAZING!!!

I'm going to get right to it!!!


Introducing our brand new Cover Up Die: Pieced Chevron!!!!!



Several, several months ago I had this idea to create a die that cut pieced or halved chevrons so that the pieces could be mixed and matched and used to make different patterns etc... I'm not sure why this idea fell to the wayside for a bit but I'm almost glad it did because I finally came up with the perfect design for this concept- one that gives you so many versatile uses it's crazy!

Our new Cover Up Die is just slightly smaller than standard A2 size which I really love because when this die cut is used as a frame or over a card front it allows your card base to peek out just behind it and it makes for a fantastically patterned mat. And then there's a million things you can do with all the pieces this die cuts as well and if you look at the graphic above you'll notice that you cut large pieced chevrons, diamonds and two different sizes of triangles!

This die truly makes me squeal and I think you'll squeal too! I bet our designers have thought of even more uses for this die that I haven't even dreamed of yet. I'm sure we'll see more of that as we hop today!

Here are some projects I made using our brand new Cover Up Die: Pieced Chevrons...



Here, I die cut the Pieced Chevrons Die from white card stock. I was sure to save ALL my die cut pieces for use with other projects and I laid the frame over this gorgeous yellow card base. Here you see a couple of sentiments from a set we're also releasing today - more on that in a min. I lurve this card and it was so incredibly simple to create!


This card was super duper easy to make too! Here I've shown you how the pieced chevrons can be used together to make this fabulous and colorful pattern! What's neat about this card is that I used scraps from five different colors of card stock but I only had to make one cut with my die because of the way I arranged my papers and die in my die cutting machine!

While, I am seriously in love with everything we're releasing this week this die might just be my favorite! I feel like it steals the show! You are going to LOVE playing with this die!

Ok, so since you've seen some of our new stamps in the samples above, I think I will introduce this set next. Drum roll......

Introducing our Spot On Stamp Set!


Here's a couple of fun facts about this stamp set.

1. It's awesome! The patterns and fonts are so on trend they make me drool - fact!
2. This stamp set was designed specifically to coordinate with our previously released Connected Circles Die! That's right! These stamps fit perfectly into the circles of this die!
3. This is the same font we used in our Darling Diamonds Stamp Set. Our designers and customers raved about this font so much so we gave you more! ....which means....
5. This set also coordinates with our Darling Diamonds Stamp Set!
6. You'll notice that each of the trendy text circles in the set has a coordinating over sized sentiment to go with it.
7. This set is incredibly yummy :) Click on the graphic above to enlarge it so you can see the amazing detail of all of the trendy patterns.

I love that this set breathes a whole new life into our previously released Connected Circles Die and I love too that this set can easily be used on its own to create gorgeous cards.

Ready for more? It even gets better if you can believe it!

Introducing two fabulous new tag dies in our new Folding Tags Collection; Original and Scallops!!



Squeeee!!! These are soooo much fun to work with!! These dies each cut a full size tag which folds along the perforated line so it's like a card and a tag at the same time! The front and inside can be embellished and a gift card fits perfectly in each! The Original has a straight edge fold "flap" that folds closed and the Scallops, a scalloped edge "flap". 

I've been wanting to create tag dies for you for so long but I really wanted to do something different and unique that our crafty little world hadn't seen yet and I think we've accomplished that with our Folding Tags Dies! They make a perfect lil' sumthin' to tie onto a gift or a baked good....anything you can dream up :)

For samples using these dies you can visit the store HERE and HERE where we've loaded up some examples for you. You'll instantly fall in love!

I am apparently obsessed with breathing new life into scallops because here is a new take on a scalloped border die. I call it....



Seriously, this is an unbelievably gorgeous, gorgeous die! It can be used a couple of different ways... you can remove all of the small cuts inside for an open look or they can all be kept in place for a totally different look. My favorite thing about this die is how two or more fit together perfectly for a beautiful layered look! You've GOT to see this die in action. To see projects made using this die you can head over to the store to see some samples HERE. A must see for sure!!!!

Ok, one more for you today....hold onto your seats.....my head almost rocketed off my shoulders when I used this for the first time! Another drum roll.......

Introducing Stitched Mats: Circles.....BUT WITH A NEW TWIST!!!! Check it out....


YES, this die set cuts the stitched circles you've been waiting so patiently for, but I really wanted to do something unique here. We have added our signature stitched detail to BOTH sides of the main, solid cutting line. What does this mean? Not only do you cut gorgeous stitched circles in many sizes but you are left with a negative cut that also has stitching around it!! Mind? BLOWN! Yes, these are that awesome! Check out how I used the stitched negative in the project below...


This card also features our Fringe Flower Die and Awesome Sauce stamp set (currently sold out).


Well, what do you think? This is an amazing bunch of new goodies, right?

Now, before I send you on your merry, hoppin' way I'd like to encourage you to leave comments here and along your way for our designers. I will be choosing one designer's blog as our secret prize blog and we'll be giving away 2 $10 store credits to lucky commenters!

I'm sure your anxious to see what our fab design team has done with our new products. Today we're featuring designs to show case our Cover Up Die: Pieced Chevrons and Stitched Circles. Tomorrow, we'll be taking a closer look at our Folding Tags so be sure and come back tomorrow and through Thursday for Group Post Day. We have an exciting guest designer joining us on Thursday as well!

Thanks so much for joining us today. Enjoy the rest of your hop which begins at Alicia Thelin's lovely and crafty blog HERE.

Have a great day!

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56 comments:

  1. Absolutely loving your first and second cards!

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  2. Fabulous release! Love specially the chevron and circles. Thanks for the chance.

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  3. Fabulous release...everything I have seen so far will be so much fun to play with.

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  4. I have been anxiously awaiting this release... and it sure doesn't disappoint! Love the folding tags, pieced chevron, border and circle dies! And the fun new stamp set too! Great designs! Can't wait to hop and see what creations the gals came up with!

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  5. All of these projects are fantastic Laura! I love the Hugs one the best I think! These products are AWESOME!! So blessed to be a part of this team!

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  6. Great stamps and dies! I love the fanfare scalloped border die.

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  7. WOW, WOW, WOW, WOW, WOW, WOW, WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  8. LOVE the new products!! OMG that chevron die is AMAZEBALLS!

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  9. I'm excited about the stitched circles dies! The pieced chevron die is great also. :)

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  10. WOW! Some really unique products.

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  11. amazing release Laura, loooove those circles!! love the cards you created too x

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  12. Hmmm... my comment disappeared! Anyway - LOVE the circle dies! I have them on my wish list for sooner rather than later!!

    Tricia

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  13. THUD...Your cards are amazing and this release absolutely ROCKS

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  14. Girl, you are just brilliant! And a magician too! I can see that you're gonna make my money disappear and reappear in your shop!

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  15. Laura - you said we'd be in for a treat, and you are right! This new release is beyond fantastic - unique, versatile, amazing! SOOOO excited to add your products to my collection. Off to shop NOW!!
    Thank you for all the inspiration!!
    c

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  16. These dies are wonderful...I'm enjoying all the inspiration!

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  17. Wow--so much to take in--I love them all!

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  18. Oh my gosh ....fun stuff here !

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  19. Very fun stuff here! LOVE the chevron die!

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  20. Yay!!!!!! I have been waiting FOREVER for those circles...I love the twist!

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  21. Just finished the blog hop and saw amazing projects made by some very talented people using your new dies. Loved what they did and love these new dies. They are soooooo terrific. Can't wait to get these.

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  22. What a great release! I'm loving the Chevron Background and the Fanfare Scalloped Border looks so pretty.

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  23. Wow!!! What a great release!! A lot of goodies!

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  24. Love, love, love your new product release! The pieced chevron and circle dies are going on my definite must-have list!

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  25. LOVELOVELOVELOVELOVELOVELOVELOVELOVELOVELOVE
    that is all

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  26. Love this release. I am loving the chevron die. So neat.

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  27. Yep, mind blown. Happy Summer Laura!

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  28. I love them all! Great dies & stamps! Off to hop and check out the store!

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  29. Wow! the new products are fantastic.

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  30. Awesome! I love the circle stitch dies, so cool!

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  31. Wow, Laura! You keep coming up with such awesome-sauce design ideas for your dies! I think my fave is going to be that diamond/chevron/triangle masterpiece... Can't wait to see all the DT ideas. Fun!

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  32. gorgeous projects to show case the fabulous stamp and the dies.

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  33. Your projects are Awesome Laura. Love all of them:) This release left me speechless. So glad and honored to be part of it!!

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  34. OOOOMG, OMG, I NEED ALL OF THESE! I may not survive the rest of the reveals.

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  35. Amazing new dies I love them. I like you love the chevron and the possibilities. Great cards.

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  36. WOW!! I am totally in love with the chevron die! Off to hop!

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  37. Wow! I must have the pieced chevron & stitched circles dies. Love!!!

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  38. Oh my gosh....incredible! Laura, you are awesome!!

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  39. I'm in love with the stitched circle dies! Brilliant!

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  40. Fantastic new products! Wow wow wow!

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  41. Love the new products!!! Tons of inspiration on today's hop, amazing projects with amazing products!

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  42. Goodness I want everything! Love the chevron die!!!

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  43. Looking forward to seeing your creations made with the new release.

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  44. wow Laura...love the chevron die it is amazing. Your cards samples are so pretty I esp. like the first two.

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  45. I love that chevron die! I make quilt cards and I think they would really help to make some incredible designs. Oh, that circle card is nifty!

    kren@
    http://afourthlife.blogspot.com

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  46. Wow, such great new products! Can't wait to use them!

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  47. Each new item made me even more excited for these new products. I'm not kidding when I say I want it all!

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  48. OH MY WORD!!!! All of these new products are AMAZING!!!! And GORGEOUS samples too!!!

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  49. The best yet! Love the stitched circle die and the negative idea - FABULOUS!!!!!!

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  50. Oh my GOODNESS!!! What a crazy-awesome new release! I am so in love with my stitched square and rectangle dies I was going to beg you to make stitched circles and ovals next! So...ovals next pretty please?!?!?! :-)

    housesbuiltofcards@gmail.com
    www.housesbuiltofcards.blogspot.com

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  51. No kidding crazy cool options with the chevron cover die. Wow.

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  52. Great release - I especially love the chevron cover die - a must have in my opinion!

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