Cricut Chatter #3

[Deb Za]

Time to start a new thread, since #2 was nearing 5000 posts!

[smokiesgal]

Wow! Can't believe this is #3. I am catching up with this thread again. Does anyone know where I can get Locker Talk for a good price?

[jennkb]

Cute grad card (back on CC#2 thread). Here's another girly card that I did. Hope the attachment works....

[jennkb]

http://www.ohioscrapbooks.com/shopping/page4.html

This site seems has the cheapest price on Locker Talk than I've seen (other than Ebay). They are also showing the Cricut jukebox for a lower price than the only other two sites where I've seen it.

[Deb Za]

LOVE that Mermaid, Jennifer! I can't wait till I have my Paper Dolls cart (my aunt is getting it for me).

[lordagrl]

Hello ladies... I found it, and I am here too. I feel bad- I am not as detailed and creative w/ mine... I use it for title and such for scrapbooking... I need to step out of my comfort!

[Jen2972]

the paper doll cart is the greatest... I work in a schooland have about 25 kids in my program... well i made a "doll" of each one.... they came out so adorable and as I finished each one up I would look at it and say OMG that is so Hailey... or Evan.... or whomever! They are so cute! We hung them on the bullentin board and the kids love showing thier parents which one is them.

[Waldsb651]

I lucked out and got Locker Talk at JoAnn's at Michael's $45. price. All I did was show the Michael's ad. I searched and searched for Locker Talk, I have used it so much because of all the grad cards I needed to make. And to think I have another daughter graduating next year, guess it will get a lot of use!

[smokiesgal]

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Originally Posted by jennkb

Cute grad card (back on CC#2 thread). Here's another girly card that I did. Hope the attachment works....

What an adorable card! I love your mermaid.

[robynstamps]

Hey girls! I'd better add to this thread!! I can't believe the last thread hit #5000!!! Who was the lucky one to post the last comment??

Great to have a new thread. At least I will be able to keep up better for a few pages!

[robynstamps]

Here is my latest video for my blog. I used Animal Kingdom for the snake. Enjoy!

Episode 36- A Snake Story
http://thepinkstamper.blogspot.com/2...nake-card

[cloetzu]

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Originally Posted by robynstamps

Here is my latest video for my blog. I used Animal Kingdom for the snake. Enjoy!

Episode 36- A Snake Story
http://thepinkstamper.blogspot.com/2...nake-card.html

Love the card and the video!! Hopefully you wont have another encounter with a snake any time soon! I hate them toooooooo!

[mom of Marine]

Robyn,
What a cute snake card. I don't like snakes but I think I will make this card for my niece who is studying to be a vet.

You jewelry is fantastic. I've just tinkered a little into making earrings but I'm inspired to try a bracelet or necklace.

Thanks for being such an inspiration!

[tracyhower]

10 cartridges on sale for $38.99!

www.DieCutCentral.com

[smokiesgal]

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Originally Posted by jennkb

http://www.ohioscrapbooks.com/shopping/page4.html

This site seems has the cheapest price on Locker Talk than I've seen (other than Ebay). They are also showing the Cricut jukebox for a lower price than the only other two sites where I've seen it.

Jennifer,
Thanks so much for this link. You are right, they have the best deal for Locker Talk. Of course, I ended up ordering over $100.00! I also got Home Accent, Fabulous Finds, Indie Art, a ton of ribbon & brads! I can't believe it!!! Now I am stalking the mailman. Can't wait to get these.

[smokiesgal]

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Originally Posted by robynstamps

Here is my latest video for my blog. I used Animal Kingdom for the snake. Enjoy!

Episode 36- A Snake Story
http://thepinkstamper.blogspot.com/2...nake-card.html

Love the video Robyn & glad u got rid of the snake! I know where u r coming from. Several years ago we had one in the house! Come to find out he had been there over 3 weeks (long story, involving my DS)!! Of course, I found him coiled up in my napkin basket when I was cleaning...Talk about horrifying!!!

[smokiesgal]

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Originally Posted by gale

Well so much for 2 day shipping! They shipped it yesterday the 22nd and it's scheduled to arrive on the 29th. Even with the holiday that is 4 business days. Hmph. It's supposed to rain Monday and Tuesday so unless Wednesday is extremely hot and windy (unlikely) dh will be home on Thursday. I'm in big trouble.

Oh no Gale!! You must plan somewhere for DH to be. Does he golf or anything to get him out of the hse!! Good luck! When is your B'day? Maybe u can say early present from a relative...;)

[cloetzu]

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Originally Posted by gale

Well so much for 2 day shipping! They shipped it yesterday the 22nd and it's scheduled to arrive on the 29th. Even with the holiday that is 4 business days. Hmph. It's supposed to rain Monday and Tuesday so unless Wednesday is extremely hot and windy (unlikely) dh will be home on Thursday. I'm in big trouble.

if you are that worried, would he believe that you 'won' it? somoene could send you a somewhat official looking email saying something along those lines

[Scrapjanny]

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Originally Posted by robynstamps

Hey girls! I'd better add to this thread!! I can't believe the last thread hit #5000!!! Who was the lucky one to post the last comment??

Great to have a new thread. At least I will be able to keep up better for a few pages!

I don't think it actually reached 5000 before this one was started. Glad I found this one and subscribed. I almost missed it.

[Shell]

I almost missed the new thread, too. :(

I did a new card with my bug. I put it on my blog. I would put it here, but I don't feel well and am just too tired. Sorry about that.

[Shell]

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Originally Posted by gale

I let my 11 yo use the cricut by herself. She is ecstatic. Says it's the best day of her life. She's in there chirping away. Maybe I will have to keep the little bug for her to use.

LOL! My middle child (12 yo ds) loves chirping ... but is afraid to use it without me around. Not a bad fear .... :rolleyes:

[craftingpink]

I kept my little bug for my kids scrapbooking class to use. They get a kick out of it. They can really handle it.

[Shell]

I still use my little bug. If I'm not doing something big, I use it. I have more mats for it, and they cost less.

[craftingpink]

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Originally Posted by gale

Has anyone seen this? Cricut Jukebox? It just came through on a cricut yahoo group.

http://just-a-scrappin.blogspot.com/...t-jukebox.html

I just saw this too. I'm not sure what to think. It looks like another toy for the cricut. I love my design studio, don't know if I can't get off my chair to put in a different cart when needed.
This is something I'd like to try before I buy, not like the design studio where I knew I needed it as soon as I saw it

[craftingpink]

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Originally Posted by Shell

I still use my little bug. If I'm not doing something big, I use it. I have more mats for it, and they cost less.

That's a great point. I always use the ebug and have noticed that only two sides of the mat are usually used and the middle is wasted. I'm going to start using my baby for me again!

[smokiesgal]

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Originally Posted by gale

No it's not a big deal. lol. He won't say anything. It's just that I know he's thinking something. My birthday isn't until Sept and he doesn't do anything like hobbies. Definitely not golf. He'll be working that day but around home. He'll see the fed ex dude pull up, probably. With any luck he'll have stuff to do away from home. lol. I did pay for it myself and I'm going to sell my baby bug to help pay for it. I won't lie to him about it. I just don't tell him everything. :rolleyes:

Got ya! I think we all know what ya mean;)

[smokiesgal]

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Originally Posted by gale

Has anyone seen this? Cricut Jukebox? It just came through on a cricut yahoo group.

http://just-a-scrappin.blogspot.com/...t-jukebox.html

I saw it on the site that Jennifer (jennkb) recommended for me to order Locker Talk. Looks like another goodie for the Cricut machine.

[smokiesgal]

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Originally Posted by gale

I let my 11 yo use the cricut by herself. She is ecstatic. Says it's the best day of her life. She's in there chirping away. Maybe I will have to keep the little bug for her to use.

Might be worth to have around so she can use it.

[smokiesgal]

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Originally Posted by Shell

I almost missed the new thread, too. :(

I did a new card with my bug. I put it on my blog. I would put it here, but I don't feel well and am just too tired. Sorry about that.

Shell, your cards are gorgeous! I made a comment on your blog.

[germania73]

Have you guys seen or heard about this yet??? Just saw it on Custom Crop
http://www.customcrops.com/product_i...s_id=231125911
Are you a Jukebox hero? Can you see those stars in your eyes? The Cricut Jukebox is here and it will make you feel alive! The Cricut Jukebox hooks up to the Cricut machine(s) and allows the user to work without the hassle of changing from cartridge to cartridge! It works especially well with the Cricut Design Studio!
Sounds really cool.. another Gadget to buy, huh?

[SamanthaJDesigns]

Joining in. I just ordered the expressions bundle from ACMoores. They were having a great in store sale on cartridges this week. I really wanted joys of the season and animal kingdom, but they didn't have them. I ended up getting celebrations, doodle charms, and stretch your imagination. I am supposed to be getting my expressions bundle on tuesday! Too bad I didn't get it earlier to play with this long weekend!!! :-)

So I sold all of my SU stamps to buy the expressions and my new cartridges. I just found myself NOT stamping as much anymore. Does anyone have blogs or know where I can find samples of cards using the cricut. Once I get it I'll be posting a lot of cards on my blog using it.

I look forward to getting to know you and getting inspiration from all of you!!! Oh and some enabling too, I imagine you all talk about when the stores have the cartridges on sale :-) :-) :-)

[SamanthaJDesigns]

I heard about the jute box on cricut.com they have a few threads about it and a site that is selling it pre-order for 59.99 I think. I don't know if I'll buy it, but I don't have design studio yet either and I heard it was very useful to use with that!

[Deb Za]

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Originally Posted by gale

What's the best deal for the DSS? I went to J's and they didn't have any left. Of course the lady didn't hesitate to tell me it was on clearance for $25. ARGH. I'm looking on ebay and the cheapest I see is about $53 shipped for a new one (from a vendor). Any better deals anywhere?

Not sure how much shipping would be--but Walmart has been having it for $69--that's what I paid for mine.

[Deb Za]

Welcome, Wife2TJ! You'll find we're definitely a group of enablers--not only with where to get what on sale, but with IDEAS IDEAS IDEAS! You'll love your e-bug when you get it!

[Deb Za]

I've been using this for a few weeks--and wanted a good feel for it before I recommended it to you all:

The QuickStik made by QuicKutz. It has one end with a 'sticky-tack' loaded in it, and it's FANTASTIC for picking up little pieces! The other end is a removable stylus--one end of that is a point, the other is like a screwdriver blade. Perfect for nudging something into place. I use the screwdriver part to position my half-pearls and crystals that come with the sticky already on them--snip between the gems with my scissors, then use the blade to push it off and into position on my project.

Anyhow--I wanted to tell you all about it--I love it! And I think it was only about $7--well worth it when you cut out tiny Cricut pieces, especially for Princesses and Dwarves!

[SamanthaJDesigns]

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Originally Posted by Deb Za

Welcome, Wife2TJ! You'll find we're definitely a group of enablers--not only with where to get what on sale, but with IDEAS IDEAS IDEAS! You'll love your e-bug when you get it!

Thanks! I am easily enabled

I am definitely looking for ideas especially when it comes to making cards. I just love card making.

[Shell]

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Originally Posted by craftingpink

That's a great point. I always use the ebug and have noticed that only two sides of the mat are usually used and the middle is wasted. I'm going to start using my baby for me again!

Yeah, I can use the middle when doing things with my software, but I still like using the little one for smaller things - like cards.

[Shell]

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Originally Posted by smokiesgal

Shell, your cards are gorgeous! I made a comment on your blog.

Thank you so much, Dell - for looking and for the comments!!

[jmassucco]

Has anyone used any of the Disney character (Mickey and Friends, and/or the Princesses) cartridges? I'm interested in getting one or all, but the images look so intricate that I wonder if they'll look as good in real life as they do on the cartridge box?

Do you have to stamp the faces on? I'm just wondering if I'll be sorry I bought them.

[Shell]

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Originally Posted by gale

That ain't no lie! I have been enabled right to the poorhouse on these threads. I LOVE IT!! :mrgreen:

Fun, isn't it, Gale???