Thursday, 5 April 2012

Art Deco!

I have come to the conclusion that I'm an addict! I love my Cricut and so thrilled that I got it. The only sore spot for me was finding new release cartridges and as always a good deal. My search has ended! I came across a great Canadian store that has competitive prices and new releases. With my recommendation I give you The Paper Gourmet. I was so impressed with their services that I wanted to share. I ordered 4 cartridges: Art Deco, Spring Cottage, Victorian Romance and Tags, Bags Boxes and More 2. I was so happy to get these cartridges so quickly and even happier to be able to share them with you. The following are 2 birthday cards I made for my brothers using Art Deco. 




This bird is so far and I think will remain my favorite cut from this cartridge. I flipped the image for this card.


This Marquee I started off just making out of scraps from the card above, but it turned out to be a great frame for my stamp. Though you cannot see it I do have part of this cut raised. I was just testing this out but I like how it turned out and I will be entering it in:
 Cardz TV: Challenge # 105 - You've been framed!



I hope you liked my cards and please check out The Paper Gourmet. I get nothing to promote them but if they stay in business, I stay happy!

Thank you,

Colin

I have also entered these into:


I know my cards aren't bright but who says kids need bright cards? Most are over stimulated as is!
I think mine are great for any boy big or small.
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  1. Melissa5 April 2012 at 18:00

    These are great cards! Have you ever tried Ebay for your carts? It's where I get most of my cartridges. Some new ones are still pricey. I try not to pay over 20.00 for the most part and look for no shipping and handling!

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  2. Mitralee5 April 2012 at 18:00

    Love those colors! Cool bird and that frame is cool!

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  3. abusybee - DoubleClick Connections5 April 2012 at 18:42

    I can see why this bird cut is one of your favs, it is awesome! I love that embossing folder! Great colors too!
    Carri~abusybee
    www.doubleclickconnections.blogspot.com

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  4. Sharon5 April 2012 at 21:39

    These are just fabulous!!! I love the bird!! :)

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  5. Amy6 April 2012 at 05:09

    Great cards- love the embossing! Thanks for playing at Celebrate the Occasion!! :)Amy
    Amy's Crafting Space
    Celebrate The Occasion Design Team Member

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  6. jiminy japes6 April 2012 at 08:33

    Hi Colin
    Thanks for the link to The Paper Gourmet! I've just spent £98 inc. delivery for 4 CARTS! A-Maz-ing!!!(although I hate to think what the import tax will be like.Still they'll be cheaper than I can buy them here for even with delivery and tax on top. Mad, eh?)) The Art Deco cart isn't available in the Uk until May/June and Teen Scene I don't know when! I've ordered 3 Art Deco (2 for ladies that I teach) and they'll be absolutely stoked that I've got them for such and amazing price £20 each! Here they'll be at least £44!
    Thanks again Colin.
    Heather

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  7. Karen6 April 2012 at 09:26

    Colin great card love the embossing you did! Is that a good thing bad thing know where to get a good price on the carts? I find it feeds my addication but at least it's legal....

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  8. Glenda6 April 2012 at 11:55

    Great cards! The bird is a nice cut and the embossing looks great! Thanks for sharing with us at My Sheri Crafts!
    Glenda

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  9. Adrian6 April 2012 at 14:32

    Cute, thanks for playing @ CTO!

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  10. Letillia7 April 2012 at 06:09

    Really Nice Cards! I really Love the little bird! Thanks for playing along with us @ My Sheri Crafts!!

    Letillia
    divaof5.blogspot.com

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  11. Melissa7 April 2012 at 07:22

    Sorry Colin didn't tell you, thanks for joining CCC!

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  12. Susan7 April 2012 at 18:52

    Yes, I agree, that bird is a really nice cut. Both cards turned out very, very good! I really want that Art Deco...badddddly. Everytime my craft budget starts to grow something comes up and I have to put it towards something else. Errr. But I will have that cartridge soon! In the meantime I will enjoy all the cards you are making with it! I'm checking out that link you put up too. Don't know if it would be a lot to ship to Minnesota but I'll find out!

    You have a wonderful Easter Colin and if you don't have time to get on your blog Monday....Happy Birthday my friend!!!

    Susan
    cricutandgrasshopper.blogspot.com

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  13. Georgiana8 April 2012 at 10:50

    I am so jealous that you got 4 new cartridges. I haven't purchased any in a couple months. Enjoy! Your new cards are looking great!

    Happy Easter,
    Georgiana
    Carson's Creations

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  14. Ashley Nicole8 April 2012 at 13:20

    Great cards. I love the embossing on the first card. Awesome that you ended up with 4 new carts for an awesome price. Art Deco is def on my to get list.
    Ashley

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  15. Esther9 April 2012 at 21:06

    Very nice!
    Wonderful cuts.
    Thanks for joining us this week at CTO!

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  16. Lucianna Dilsaver10 April 2012 at 16:03

    Love your cute die-cut with the great texture, wonderful set of cards! Sorry I am late but I wanted to thank you for joining us @ CTO for our "Kids Birthday" Challenge :)

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  17. Lisa13 April 2012 at 17:56

    These are so awesome!! I am so jealous you have this cart!! The cuts you used are just fabulous!! :)

    Lisa
    A Mermaid's Crafts

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  18. Georgiana14 April 2012 at 03:11

    Hi Colin,

    That Spring paper was not in a stack. I bought it at Joanns in the open cardstock section. Love when they have good sales and you can get variety.

    Thanks for stopping by,
    Georgiana
    Carson's Creations

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