hey bloggers! thanks again for sharing in the excitement of all the new releases from cha. it’s always such fun to design new things, but even more fun to see ideas on how they work with the stuff we already have. i appreciate all of the comments you’ve left on the blog so be sure to read at the of today’s post to see if you’re a winner. today i’m excited to share a recap of my new products from sizzix alterations. one thing i really love about dies and embossing folders is just how easy it is to always incorporate the old with the new. the booth samples were amazing once again thanks to the many talented designers who continue to push the limits of traditional die cutting. also in today’s post i have several videos to share with you featuring my latest alterations products thanks to my friends christine and mark from scrap time who always do a great job capturing many of my demos throughout the show – so let’s get right to it…
the alterations area is just a section of the massive overall sizzix booth where each designer has a vignette showcasing their products. i love the displays that marty and debi collaborate on to decorate the alterations booth, some pretty amazing and clever ideas from the vintage style building front, to my fave at the show, this umbrella chandelier – amazing…
of course we all know that the creative samples play a big role in the inspiration this booth shares. with valentines day just around the corner, these samples are the perfect creative jump start using mostly dies that have already been released last year. (love xo: richele christensen, all others: debi adams)
easter will be right around the corner since it’s at the end of march this year so these card ideas are wonderful for creating some of your own once again with mostly dies that were released last year. (debi adams)
one of the new dies “tapered fringe” is used to cut fringe strips with a tapered edge. whether using it for grass like this clever card from (richele christensen), or roll up the strip to make pom-pom flowers. check out the quick video too.
another new die is the clipboard mini movers & shapers which i have to say this is one of my favorites. use it to create an actual functioning clipboard to hold gift cards, photos, etc. like i did on this card with this great pic of mario’s twin boys – classic.
moustaches also continue to be a trend, and i have to say it’s just something about them that makes me smile. the new moustache mini movers & shapers was a hit too so i wanted to share these cards i made using both the positive and negative shape of this classic icon.
next up is the picture wheel die which was amazing to see all of the projects the various designers made with it. everything from using it in a cool travel journal project by (debi adams), to even a wonderfully layered and dimensional prize ribbon by (amy baldwin). see what i mean?
of course there were so many samples in this sizzix alterations booth that i wish i could capture them all, but here are a few more to inspire…
(mou saha) thought the the new compass texture fade would make a wonderful background to color in. it certainly does.
(jan hobbins) created this layered grunged fan card using some of the new idea-ology stuff too.
(amy baldwin) designed another layered masterpiece with this colorful card using the regal crest die and some favortie older texture fades.
i couldn’t resist asking (paula cheney) to bring her wonderland village made from the artful dwellings die. paula actually shared a tutorial on how she created this on her blog here so check it out.
wow – what a recap for sizzix alterations filled with so many ideas on this single post. thanks again to all of the designers for sharing their creative skills in making projects for the booth. also thanks again to christine and mark from scrap time for taking the time to film, edit, and upload these great video demos from the show. sizzix is am amazing company to design for and once again i thank them (including e.l. of course) for always being willing to push the creative boundaries and explore new thoughts and ideas. i hope you take the time to watch the videos today and be sure to click the links to the designers as well. i’ll be back on friday with the final cha recap showcasing stampers anonymous, and another giveaway you won’t want to miss out on…t!m
congrats to the following random winners of the promo idea-ology bag. thanks for sharing your comments so if you see your name and comment listed, please email [email protected] to claim your prize…
1. Lisa Byers: I think I am falling in love with the worn covers. They are so versital and fun. I can’t wait to make one. Thanks to everyone for their inspiration!!! Loved watching your enthusiasm with all the designers.
2. Glen: My favorite has to be the French paper pad and the entire French industrial theme in the new line, my prayers were certainly answered! Thanks Tim
3. Shirley: I absolutely love the clock. My mind raced as I realized what wonderful things could be created inside of it. The booths at CHA were absolutely stunning.
4. Kathy O’Brien Meyer: First, I want to say how nice it is to hear Tim give credit to all the designers! Not every “big name” does. I knew he had to be a nice guy, because Carol Duvall was so fond of him! I am loving the new clock! I would be so fun to fill to mark a graduation, a wedding, a new house, a new baby …..
5. Kathy G.: Oh I would kill to get this give-away! My favorites of the new releases are the rub-ons (since I am a card maker and use flat items for mailing purposes), and the cool clock for me to play with and maybe give as gifts. Thank you for all these new ideas – never enough time to use all of them!
6. Patty N.: I am lusting over those run-ons- I have all kinds of ideas for them. What amazing samples! The creativity staggers the imagination!Thanks for the sharing!
7. Olive: Such talent! All I can say us WOW! My favorites are the worn book covers and the burlap panels. Can’t wait to get my hands on them.
