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Stephanie Barnard & See D's Starter Kits



Stephanie Barnard & See D's Starter Kits
The Stephanie Barnard kits are back in stock! See D's Starter Kits continue to be VERY popular because they are a GREAT value.

The Stephanie Barnard kit includes:

  • 248 stamps that are ideal for scrapbooking
  • 3 SeeClear mounting blocks
  • See D's stamping mat
  • black stamp pad
  • storage cases
  • storage tower
The See D's starter kit continues to be very popular. It includes:

  • 262 stamps including alphabets, borders, backgrounds, and more!
  • 3 SeeClear mounting blocks
  • See D's stamping mat
  • black stamp pad
  • storage cases
  • storage tower
  • 6 colored pencils
  • Whether you are buying this set for yourself or to keep kids entertained over the Summer, this box contains many hours of creative enjoyment. Both sets are great!

    Click here to see Start Sets

    Cutter Bee 1-2-3D Paper Crafting System

    Cutter Bee 1-2-3D Paper Crafting System
    All the tools needed for paper crafting in one system. Just follow the easy instructions to create everything from basic boxes and easy envelopes to perfect pop- ups. Create square, round and pillow boxes of any size. Emboss and add dimension to 2D and 3D projects. Great for pop-up cards and scrapbook page layouts. Uses Cutter Bee Curvy Cutter Replacement Blades EKCC03. The Cutter Bee 1-2-3D Paper Crafting System Includes:

    • 13"x13" Double Duo Scoring & Cutting Mat
    • Scor-a-curve Deckle & Curve Template
    • Scor-a-line Ruler
    • Natch-a-box Perfect Corner Template
    • Pin-a-point Push Pins
    • Cut-a-line Cutting Tool
    • Groov-a-line Scoring Tool
    • Instruction Booklet
    • & Easy-to-follow DVD

      Product: PRCRFTR1

      Mfg: EK SUCCESS

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    Derwent 36-pc Watercolor Pencil set in Tin


    Derwent 36-pc Watercolor Pencil set in Tin
    This is a beautiful collection of watercolor pencils-- perfect for all of your stamped creations. These pencils come in 36-exciting colors. These versatile watercolor pencils have watersoluable color allowing you to draw and paint with complete control. You can also use wet or dry paper to create a variety of exciting effects. Tin is approximately 8" x 14"

    Click here to see Watercolor Pencils

    Does Crafting with Kids Inspire Growth and Creativity?

    Crafting can be used as a catalyst for families to spend more time together; as an opportunity to strengthen a child’s conceptualization skills and dexterity; to connect kids with their peers; and to serve as a platform for self-expression.  Some of the awesome benefits of crafting with kids include:

    Learning:  Contribute to a child’s learning experience by improving motor skills, enhancing the classroom experience, and building self-confidence and a sense of achievement.

    Self Expression:  Explore and discover ways to showcase and express a young person’s unique identity and create a distinct style.

    Building Relationships:  Introduce crafting as a way to connect with friends and family, spend time with others and as a way to maintain family traditions and values.

    I find that when we craft together as a family we become closer and communicate more.  I get an insight into each of the girls personalities, how they think, problem solve and their level of creativity.  They often come up with a great angle on a card or craft that I hadn’t considered.

    We love to craft together.  How about you and your family?  Tell us what are some of your favorite crafting moments.

    Past and Present Magazines

    Paperworks Magazine Paper Crafts February 2007   Do you love to look at magazines as much as I do?

    I just love to look through them over and over to get inspiration to create my next project.  My to loves are beads and paper crafts, so you will find a bunch of magazines on my two favorite topics.

    Even past magazines offers a great source creativity!
     Simply Beads Magazine October 2006  Cardmaker Magazine September 2007 Issue NEW Fall 2007 Stringing Issue by Beadwork Magazine    

    Extended Cut Dies

    Sizzlits Decorative Strip Shapes

    Looking for something different? Take a long look at Sizzlits Decorative Strip Dies.

    With a beautiful edge-to-edge appeal, these extended length dies make all sorts of extra-long shapes from colorful cardstock – including majestic borders for cards and scrapbook pages, snazzy decos for frames and mats as well as wonderful wrappers for candy bars! Just use your imagination with a Sizzix roller machine and you'll go a long way!

    If you haven't yet added these dies to your favorite craft tools list, you will.  I love these dies and they are so much fun to use to create borders on scrapbook pages.  I also find them perfect when adding embellishments to my cards.  I use them with the 2.5x12" textured cardstock by DCWV.  They are adhesive backed for quick & convenient use. Each pad has 48 sheets (four sheets each of 12 colors.) They are acid-free & lignin free.

    Both our girls love to help out when I bring out the dies.

    Ellison Sizzix Extended Cuts TRAIN Die

    Deb's Favorite Book

     
    NEW Susan's Journal of Paper Engineering Secrets

    Card making secrets from the pro! Designer Susan Cobb is famous for her gorgeous handmade cards- now you can peek inside Susan's sketchbook and get the scoop on her special tips, tricks and techniques for creating innovative cards. You'll learn all Susan's paper engineering techniques, from closures and windows to cutaways, folds and flaps. Susan shares 71 cards with instructions, plus sketches of adaptations. This book is revamped from the original Susan's Paper Engineering Secrets (now out of print) and recreated with new products and new tips.

     

    Go to Susan's Paper Engineering Secrets

    ABC Paper Piecing





    Hot Off the Press is preparing to retire the wonderful ABC's of Paper Piecing Book. We love this book and we made a special pre-retirement purchase. We are passing the savings on to you. Get your copy today for 30% off retail. After retirement, the price is likely to increase as this book gets harder to find. Get yours today and a big savings.

    "ABC's of Paper Piecing"

    Full Size Patterns!

    As simple as ABC--an idea book packed with paper piecing patterns, layout ideas and techniques like distressing, chalking, tearing and more. You'll love the homespun look of these paper pieced designs: pumpkins made with torn paper; a baseball stitched with red yarn; a paper butterfly with wire antennae.

    Condition: NEW

     


    Patterns Include:

    • Apple, Airplane, Anchor
    • Baseball, Buttons, Books
    • Clock, Car, Cookie sheet with Cookies
    • Diaper, Door, Dragonfly
    • Elephant, Egg, Envelope
    • Flag, Flour sack, Fish
    • Gum, Girl, Ghost
    • Keys, Kite, Ketchup
    • Many, many more!

    This book includes sample page ideas for each letter. This would make a great letter book as well as a scrapbook guide. An ABC album makes a great Christmas gift for grandparents!


    Click here to see ABC Paper Piecing



    Almost Done Page Kits


    Closeout Special

    The Almost Done Page Kits are retiring soon and we are closing the out now. These kits are beautiful. We have a limited number available, so get them quickly!
    Regular Price $7.99 Closeout Price $4.79


    Click Here to see the Almost Done Page Kits

    Sara Surfaces Have Arrived!

    I have to admit when I first saw the Sara Surface products line, I was not enthused. I thought, "Folders? Coin Holders? Portfolios? What would I do with them?" Well. after Retailer Training Day, I changed my tune. These things are fun!

    The little portfolio is perfect for giving a gift of tickets. It's large enough to hold a map, a gift card for dinner, and Theater tickers! Or try the larger size. It is the perfect size to hold vacation planning information!

    Coin Holders are the perfect size for Decorative Memorabilia Holders. We sell 100s of the clear ones. Why not add your own creative flair?

    The Folders are perfect for special cards!

    How else can you use them?

    • Stash your paper scraps, cards and memorabilia. Combine with Sara's Surfaces Pockets and Folders to store souvenirs or photos for a unique little scrapbook. (Glue them inside your portfolio.)
    • Store to-be-scrapbooked photos.
    • Organize receipts, business cards and other papers.
    • Create a special gift presentation by tucking a coordinating handmade card inside, or a gift certificate or movie tickets.
    The albums are great too. Don't let the cardboard appearance fool you. These little albums are VERY sturdy. They will hold up and they are ready for your creative touch!

    All paper crafters are always on the look out for the next great pattern. I save little boxes, folders, envelopes and interesting shapes that I can make into my own patterns. Now, HOTP has done the searching for you! The Sara Surfaces line is a full line of blank projects just waiting for your attention-- and the cutting and scoring are done for you!

    The Sara Surfaces Idea Book has over 60 unique ideas! Get it today at our introductory price!


    Click here to see the Sara Surfaces Line