Friday, August 2, 2013

Time to Make the Christmas Cards

 
It's already that time of year when you start Christmas cards and Cheery Lynn Designs has got some adorable new Christmas dies that will make your cards beautiful and easy. 
 
The new Poinsettia strip makes these flowers so quickly.  I've just added ink for some coloring had popped them out in no time.  I did use the cutie from the Blacked Eyed Susan Strip for the centers and colored them yellow. 
 
 
Not sure if you can see it or not, but the oval cut out makes a shadow box effect with the use of foam tape.  I do so love me some foam tape, LOL. 
 
Here's my listing of all the dies to add to your collection:
 
 
 
Hugs, Lori
 

Thursday, August 1, 2013

Spread the Word

Great Announcement to Share with you all...Here's a copy of the post.
 
Xyron Announces Summer 2013 Design Team!


Xyron is thrilled to welcome the newest members to their Design Team! Please say hello to:







Yvonne Yam - International Designer

 They join returning Design Team members:
Jessica Barnett - Special Projects


Sharon Callis - International Designer

Ann Corbiere-Scott - Special Projects







Angella Peardon - International Designer


Viki Tiamat - International Designer

I'm so thrilled to be joining Xyron's team and can't wait to share with you my projects.  This is going to be an awesome team, don't you think?
 

Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Lots and lots of drawers


I love the Miss Empire collection from KasierCraft and I just adore the way this mini chest of drawer turned out.  Every drawer was covered with various paper so everything is all mixed up but coordinates at the same time.  

I sent this one off for CHA so I won't get to fill all the little drawer with various bits and bobbles but I may just have to make another one as I really loved the finished projects.  





Monday, July 29, 2013

Spread the Word : Cheery Lynn Designs Design Team Call is Out




Extra, Extra Read all about it………..here’s the latest scoop from the creative world.

Now is the time that all Cheery Lynn Design lovers have been waiting for - It’s your golden opportunity to become one of our elite Design Team Members. Cheery Lynn Designs dies are known worldwide for their intricate detailed designs that cut clean and sharp.  From ornate doilies to realistic handmade flowers Cheery Lynn Designs is an innovative leader in the die cut industry.  We’ve not had an open call in some time, so here’s your chance to WOW us with your most creative projects. 

DT’s Swag and Perks

·         A generous initial welcome package of dies

·         A monthly $50 wholesale (retail $100) allotment of your choosing on non-release months

·         Release months a variety of assigned dies

·         Wholesale pricing( 50% discount) for any additional personal die purchases

·         Occasional product swaps with other vendors

·         Weekly feature of design team work on blog

·         Compensation for projects published in print magazines where Cheery Lynn Designs are the focus.  The company name must be mentioned in the article/supply list.

·         Bio listed on Design Team Blog

·         Cheery Lynn Design Team Blinkie

·         Membership into private design team Facebook group where we have fun and share.

Expectations of our Designers

·         Weekly posting of a new project with linked supply list and short write up.  This is to be on the DT blog and also personal blog. 

·         Participate in quarterly release

·         Leave assigned amount of comments for our weekly challenge entries.

·         Due to the generous amount of dies received we request all of our designers feature only Cheery Lynn Designs dies or dies manufactured by our parent company “Dies Direct” on all personal blogs and galleries during the duration of their term.  Please note: we manufacture for many companies so your selection of made in America dies is vast.

·         All projects are the property of Cheery Lynn Designs.  Periodically designers are asked to mail in projects and will be reimbursed for shipping charges. 

·         Be able to take clear and detailed photographs of all work.

·         Videos and tutorials are not required but are always welcomed.

·         Promote Cheery Lynn Designs via social media (Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter and other sites)

·         Be creative, have fun and enjoy our team.

Eligibility Rules

·         Submit three projects featuring Cheery Lynn Dies to CLDDesignTeamCall@aol.com

 by August 26, 11:59 pm EST.

·         Designers from around the world are welcome to apply but please note all write ups and communication must be in English.

·         Write a short bio telling us about yourself and why you feel you would be a perfect fit for our team.

·         Design team experience is not a must but if you have a resume of prior and or current design teams please send. 

·         You may not serve as design team member or guest designer for any other competing die company, unless manufactured by Dies Direct. If you have questions on this please feel free to email and ask.

·         Announcement of new design team will be released on the blog September 2 with the new 6 month term starting October 1, 2013.

We look forward to seeing your best projects and learning more about you.

Insiders Tips:

While we enjoy seeing scrapbook layouts and beyond the page projects occasionally, we find cards and tags best suited for trade shows and displays. 

One way that is sure to impress is use only handmade flowers.

Make sure the dies are the star of the show.

Friday, July 26, 2013

Can't Get Enough


I can't stop using the new black eyed susan die from Cheery Lynn...I love it.  I'm not sure if I'm more in love with the flowers or that darn cutie that comes with it and makes every flower, well....perfect.  I really adore the way each die on this card pops all on its own.  The small French lattice is stunning, but so is the flower cluster and then it's all pulled together with the Alison's ribbon.  Cheery Lynn has very intricate dies and I've found the Xyron Creation Station 900 a great tool to use.  I run my die cuts through the machine and then I have a sticker, which makes application super easy.


 
Here is a complete list of all the Cheery Lynn dies used with a link so you can stock up and start creating yourself. 
 
 
See you next week,
Lori

Wednesday, July 24, 2013

Puppy Love Layout


Todays layout is featuring Miss Empire from KasierCraft and of course my little monkey.  He adores our dog and honestly our dog is such a good sport for all the pulling, hugging and waggling that gets done to him.  This is just a classic picture of that kind of love. 



Monday, July 22, 2013

Today, Tomorrow, Always


Here is my take on the first sketch for July with KasierCraft.  I used July's release " Enchanted Garden" and I'm going to tell you this collection is such a must  You know how much I love to scrap pictures of my little boys so feminine collections can be more difficult to work with but I think I pulled this one of perfectly.





Friday, July 19, 2013

Wonderful, Beautiful Day

Today I'm pleased to share my latest creations for Cheery Lynn.  I am so in love with all their flower dies, they really make the most realistic flowers....beautiful.  




Dies Used: 

Have a great weekend and be sure to check out Cheery Lynn's Blog for more inspiration and a contest right now on Pinterest for one of their latest Steampunk dies.  

Tuesday, July 16, 2013

Hello Friend

Today's Cheery Lynn card is featuring the new July release again...and I'm featuring the step card die and the Gardenia Strip.  Both are a must. 
 
Remember to check out Cheery Lynn's blog for your chance to win a die and see the wonderful new collection.   


Monday, July 15, 2013

Get Your Steampunk On!!!

 

Have you had a chance to check out Cheery Lynn's latest collection release.  OMGosh  you are so going to love it.  There is a whole new Steampunk line that is to die for.  Be sure to check out the Cheery Lynn Blog for your chance to win one of the dies and also get some great inspiration. 
 
Here is one of the cards I created with the new release.