Dust Buddy & Sand It Gadget Combo Pack

This is probably one of my most favorite releases for us this CHA.

If you know me, you know how much I love my Sandit Gadget and Dust Buddy. If you use Core, you must get this! It’s a combo back that includes a Dust Buddy and Sand It Gadet and refill sand paper! Everyone needs one of these so make sure you tell your retailer to stock these for you.

Want proof of how much you will use yours?  Here is a photo of my Dust Buddy from scrapping this weekend. I made two layouts with our BRAND NEW Darks collection pack (see yesterday’s post if you missed it) and this is what my Dust Buddy looked like when I was done. It definitely works and it picked up other dust and debris that makes its way onto you projects. Your projects (and hands) will be much cleaner when you use this.

Gift Card Holder by Core Teacher Kimber McGray

1. Cut the base 3 1/2” x 5 1/2” from Spotted (red) cardstock using the Silhouette machine and the Library Pocket set from Silhouette. Lightly sand the embossed swiss dots with the Sand-It Gadget. Fold and assemble the pocket.

Tuesday Tip From Melissa Oliveira

We have some fun tips from Design Team Member Melissa Oliveira.

Even though these layouts have a summer theme to them doesn’t mean you can’t use these tips for any project.

First up Melissa stamped on her Whitewash for this journaling. If you have used our cardstock before, you know it gets a bit dusty  when you sand it. First up, you really should have a Sand it Gadget to make your sanding easy. After that, you want to use our Dust Buddy.

The Dust Buddy is a unique cloth that does many things, including cleaning the sanding residue so your adhesives can stick better. One additional thing it does is make your stamped images crisper and cleaner as seen on Melissa’s layout here. If you sanded this Whitewash and didn’t use a Dust Buddy,  the stamped imaged wouldn’t be as great.  So make sure you tell your favorite Core’dinations Cardstock retailer to get some Dust Buddies. They go a long way, too!

And here is another example of a layout where Melissa stamped over some Graphic 45 Core Impressions. And of course, how cool are those torn waves in the Whitewash????

Paper Trunk Monday

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD Morning!

We have a project for you today featuring Paper Trunk goodies and Core’dinations Cardstock.

Make sure you head over to their blog for some more GREAT ideas and inspiration.

AND DON’T FORGET.. we are giving away some Cardstock to one lucky person. So leave a comment on any post you see with Paper Trunk (here at our blog) for a chance to win!!!  (Please note  prize will not be mailed until after the 12th of September due to us being at an event out of the country).

So today we have a fun layout from Design Team Member April Derrick. April uses bits and pieces of Paper Trunk patterned paper  to from this layout in addition to that super cool doodle frame.  Looks so cool against the sanded Tillie Cardstock from the NEW Spotted Collection! Make sure you check out all of the great colors. You cannot go wrong with the two great designs.

Ranger Tuesday Tip from April Derrick

April Derrick is at it again!

Check out her blog here for a super cool tutorial on how to make a cool background with Core’dinations, Distress Stains and WATER!

You don’t want to miss this…

It’s super easy and effective and, of course, it looks awesome with My Mind’s Eye Core Impressions. The pre-embossed patterns

pick up the Distress Stains beautifully. And don’t forget that Sand It Gadget for all your sanding needs.

So click here to go to April’s blog to see how THIS…

BECOMES THIS!

Have a GREAT day!!!

Paper Trunk in the House!!!

Happy Monday!

We are so excited to bring you some fun Paper Trunk projects over the next few weeks.

Make sure you head over to their blog today for some awesome inspiration, too!

First up we have a gorgeous layout from Shaunte Wadley using loads of color. Love it against the black Core Essentials cardstock.

A little embossing here…a little sanding there….some Paper Trunk patterned papers…VOILA!

Make sure you tune Wednesday for some more projects and you never know when we will

be giving something away!!!

Have a GREAT week!

Tutorial Tuesday with April Derrick

We have an awesome tutorial for you today from Design Team Member April Derrick.

Let’s get started!

Step 1 - To create the background for my layout, I started by gathering the following supplies: Ranger Distress Inks in Weathered Wood and Broken China, two Ranger Foam Applicator Tools, Core’dinations Sand it Gadget , and of course a beautiful sheet of Core’dinations Core Impression Cardstock. The particular sheet I used was from the Jenni Bowlin Studio Collection: Vintage Brights!

Step 2 – I started by applying some of the Weathered Wood Distress Ink along the bottom of the cardstock.

Step 3 - Next I added a layer of Broken China Distress Ink and I made sure to blend the two colors together where they meet so it would having a flowing effect.

Step 4 - I continued to apply the Broken China distress ink all the way up to the top of the cardstock, however I didn’t apply as much towards the top because I wanted to make sure that some of the whitewash coat and stunning red core would show through! This picture shows a close up of how the colors blended beautifully.

Step 5 – I grabbed my Core’dinations Sand it Gadget and started distressing away! I sanded various areas of the cardstock making sure to leave a few un-sanded patches to add visual interest!

Step 6 – I also sanded along the edges of the cardstock to help create a beautiful red border. You can see what my completed layout background looked like before I began adding embellishments.

Step 7 - I completed the layout by adding pictures I had created in a free online photo editor, and various patterned papers & embellishments!

Supplies:
* Supply list for Project:
- Core’dinations Core Impressions Cardstock
- Distress Inks: Ranger
- Stickles: Ranger
- Patterned Paper: Jenni Bowlin
- Rub on: Jenni Bowlin
- Tissue Tape: Tim Holtz
- Tools: Ranger Foam Applicator tool
- Mini Staples: Tim Holtz
- Other: Baker’s twine, Photo booth pictures made in Big Huge Labs

More Kraft-Core Inspiration!

Just wanted to share another Kraft-Core Project with you today from Design Team Coordinator

Sarah Hodgkinson.

Make sure you check out that cute little owl Sarah made out of the Kraft-Core! This cardstock is so versatile.

You are going to love it!   These are brand new colors from Tim Holtz and Core’dinations, too!

Easter Tutorial Tuesday

Happy Tuesday Everyone!

Today’s Tutorial comes from Design Team Member Char Dobson. Char made the cutest Easter Treat Bags using Core’dinations Vintage Cardstock and is sharing them with us today.

Step 1: Cut a 4” x 12” piece of Core’dinations cardstock. Using the back side of your cardstock; score at 4.5”, 6.5” and 11”.

Step 2: Using your scoring tool, make a grid line pattern on the 4” x 4.5” section.

Step 3: Fold along 4.5”, 6.5” and 11” scored lines. Turn cardstock over and sand with your Sand It Gadet.

Step 4: Cut a window into the grid section using your Nestabilities, Coluzzle or other cutting tool. The window should be slightly closer to the fold line.

Step 5: If desired, add an alternate piece of 2” x 4” cardstock on the 1” end flap. This is what your treat bag should look like so far:

Step 6: Line up cardstock and punch holes through the 4” x 4.5” grid section and 2” flap. Embellish. I used my Cricut to cut out tiny egg shapes, and ran them through my Xyron sticker maker.

Step 7: Place treats in a small plastic or cellophane bag. Staple on to the inside of the 4” x 6.5” section.

Step 8: Fold treat bag together and place the flap over top. Run a cute ribbon through and you’re finished!

HAVE A GREAT WEEK!

Cards with Jenni Bowlin Studios!

Wahoo! Are you READY???  WE couldn’t be more excited to Team up with Jenni Bowlin this week for tons of inspiration.  Make sure you head on over to the Jenni Bowlin blog because they have some awesome things lined up over there as well. They will be showcasing the new JBS Core’dinations Cardstock all week with a project and tip from Jenni each morning and another designer project each afternoon! How cool is that???

And you know it!!! We’ve got a give-a-way for you!!! (p.s. I heard there might be one over at the Jenni Bowlin Studios blog, too they are always so generous over there).  Make sure you comment, comment, comment all week long for a chance to win a Core’dinations prize package. And don’t forget about our Facebook page!!!

SOOOOOOO….Did someone say CARDS?  I thought so We have some gorgeous cards for you with different styles and feels to them.  The great thing about the Jenni Bowlin Collections is whether you are using the new or old collections you can make them Shabby Chic, Classic or Bright & Bold! So versatile.

Here are some great cards from our Design Team featuring Jenni Bowlin Core Impression cardstock from the Everyday Collection.

Some gorgeous colors with a Shabby Chic touch from Design Team Member  Kandis Smith:

And have you heard about the new Cardmaps Today Magazine that just debuted from Scrapbook & Cards Today? Our very own Design Team Member  Sarah Hodgkinson had some cards featured in there, including this one with lots of fun Jenni Bowlin Goodies! Sarah uses a mix of old and new Jenni Bowlin Collection on this card with a classic feel.

And how about some YELLOW?? … A beautiful,bright and bold card from Design Team member Char Dobson using gorgeous yellows from them Auntie Grace Collection:

HAVE A GREAT DAY AND DON’T FORGET TO COMMENT ALL WEEK LONG FOR A CHANCE TO WIN!

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