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Daydreams Layouts by Suzy Plantamura

Congratulations to the randomly selected winner of the entire Daydreams collection, LauraP:

Congratulations to the randomly selected winner of the complete set of DuoTone and Foil Thickers, lauren:

And, congratulations to the randomly selected winner of the entire new Chap collection, Laurie:

To wrap up Daydreams week, Suzy Plantamura created a pair of layouts:

Daddy Time by Suzy Plantamura

Supplies: White (71081) - Cardstock, Wishful Day Paper (35610) - Daydreams, Sunny Day Paper (35608) - Daydreams, Joyful Day Paper (35603) - Daydreams, Gleeful Day Paper (35604) - Daydreams, Playful Day Paper (35607) - Daydreams, Pleasant Day Paper (35609) - Daydreams, Éclair Strawberry (53225) - Thickers, 4x6 Cards (64013) - JustWrite, Smile (42227) - Remarks, Chipper (78061) - Details, Chirpy (78060) - Details, Tropical Mini Jewel Brads (85272) - Elements

Greetings from Napili Bay by Suzy Plantamura

Supplies: Raspberry (71019) - Cardstock, White (71081) - Cardstock, Wonderful Day Paper (35601) - Daydreams, Fine Day Paper (35606) - Daydreams, Éclair Strawberry (53225) - Thickers, Chirpy (78060) - Details, Smile (42227) - Remarks, Friends (42228) - Remarks, Ribbon Assortment (58719) - Premium Ribbon, Tropical Mini Jewel Brads (85272) - Elements

Next week is Amy Tangerine week! We're excited to show you what our designers have created using this fun and awesome new line so see you back here bright and early Monday morning!

Daydreams Cards by Piradee Talvanna

Piradee Talvanna is the talent behind this lovely set of Daydreams cards:

Smile by Piradee Talvanna

Supplies: White (71081) - Cardstock, Melon (71033) - Cardstock, Great Day Paper (35602) - Daydreams, Sunny Day Paper (35608) - Daydreams, Daydreams Plastic Buttons (85573) - Elements, Smile (42227) - Remarks, Dimensional Tabs (61710) - This To That, Dot Glue Runner (61713) - This To That

Surprise! by Piradee Talvanna

Supplies: White (71081) - Cardstock, Raspberry (71094) - Cardstock, Fine Day Paper (35606) - Daydreams, Gleeful Day Paper (35604) - Daydreams, Daydreams Plastic Buttons (85573) - Elements, Chipper (78061) - Details, Smile (42227) - Remarks, Dimensional Tabs (61710) - This To That, Dot Glue Runner (61713) - This To That

Thanks by Piradee Talvanna

Supplies: Great Day Paper (35602) - Daydreams, Smile (42227) - Remarks, Dimensional Tabs (61710) - This To That, Dot Glue Runner (61713) - This To That

Tomorrow we'll announce the winner of the Daydreams collection - make sure you enter the giveaway from this Monday's post!

New DuoTone and Foil Thickers and (another) contest!

Announcing two brilliant new sets of Thickers - in DuoTone Glitter and Foil!

DuoTone Glitter Thickers

Whether you're addicted to glitter or just want to add some sparkle to your life, these new Thickers are perfect for every scrapbooker and cardmaker. With two tones of chunky glitter on each letter, there's no mistaking that these letters will bring extra WOW to any project. Both fonts come in silver and gold, just in time for the holidays — may your season be merry and, now, even brighter.

 

 

Foil Thickers

Beautiful colors of foil (four colors per font) and two font faces to choose from make these Thickers impossible to resist. Clean and crisp sans serif letters make an ideal go-to font, while the serif choice adds some whimsy to any project.

  

And here are a few creative samples by our in-house scrapbookers that show how you might use these on a card or project.

 

Tell us what you think!

Leave a comment below and be entered to win a complete set of all of these new Thickers. Contest ends at the end of the day, Saturday--winner will be chosen at random. Thanks! 

Daydreams Projects by Lilith Eeckles

The Daydreams layout and card featured today were made by Lilith Eeckles!

Summer Reflection by Lilith Eeckles

Supplies: White (71081) - Cardstock, Happy Day Paper (35600) – Daydreams, Sunny Day Paper (35608) – Daydreams, Wishful Day Paper (35610) – Daydreams, Joyful Day Paper (35603) - Daydreams, Friends (42228) – Remarks, Day Dreams Plastic Buttons (85573) – Elements, Smile (42227) – Remarks, Foam Dots (61709) – This to That

Apple of My Eye by Lilith Eeckles

Supplies: White (71081) – Cardstock, Sunny Day Paper (35608) – Daydreams, Joyful Day Paper (35603) - Daydreams, White Ribbon (58475) – Premium ribbon, Smile (42227) – Remarks, Foam Dots (61709) – This to That

Up next: a trio of cards!

New Chap collection and a contest!

   

 

Introducing a sophisticated and charming new collection from American Crafts called CHAP!

Chap Paper

With its warm colors and designs inspired by clothing fabric, the new Chap line has just enough pop to make it perfect for autumn projects. A subtle vignette effect adds depth to the patterned paper. And the small-to-medium patterns are just right for scrapbooking the boys in your life.

 

Epoxy Brads, Printed Variety Tabs, and Delights

Paper is just the beginning of the new Chap line. To add dimension try three of American Crafts newest creations: Epoxy Brads, with a metal rim, patterned interior, and glossy finish; Printed Variety Tabs, which turn a commonplace filing cabinet item into an uncommonly perfect addition to any project; and Paper Flowers, which allow any crafter to have whimsical, premade rosettes at her fingertips without the fuss.

 

Foam and Printed Foil Thickers

Although those windy fall days may whip your hair into a mess, the Thickers in the Chap line will blow your socks off — in a good way. The foam letters, in a bold serif font, come in the complimentary colors of Corn and Surf. And check out the Printed Foil Letter Stickers. They seemingly jump off the page, with a 3-Dimensional design and classy foil print. These Thickers are in a league of their own.

 

Even More

In addition to these fun products, the Chap line will also include ribbons, buttons, cloth brads, journaling cards and more. Check out these great creative samples made using this cool new line...

Don't Miss This!

Leave a comment telling us what you think and you'll be entered to win the entire line! Enter your comment by the end of the day Friday. The winner will be chosen at random.

Be sure to stop by tomorrow when we reveal some more products that you're sure to love!

Daydreams Tutorial by Melissa Mann

Melissa Mann is going to show us how to create this adorable candy box today, featuring Daydreams:

Candy Box by Melissa Mann

Supplies: Wishful Day Paper (35610) - Daydreams, Pleasant Day Paper(35609) Daydreams, Chestnut (58409) - Premium Ribbon, Chipper (78061) - Details, Printed Variety Tags (77263) - Bits, Friends (42228) - Remarks; Other: Gift box, candy, baker's twine

Step 1: Assemble your candy box.

 

Step 2: Cut patterned paper to fit the sides and top of your box. I cut mine to 3" square.

Step 3: Adhere the paper to the sides of the box.

Step 4: Adhere a different patterned paper to the top and underside of the top of the box.

Step 5: Cut a piece of ribbon and adhere it to the bottom of the box.

Step 6: Cut 3" pieces of paper from the tearaway strip at the bottom of a patterned paper block and adhere them to the top rim of the box.

Step 7: Cut three strips of paper measured at 1.5 x 6" and fold them accordion style.

Step 8: Adhere each end of the folded piece to each other and create a circle.

Step 9: Punch out a piece of scrap cardstock and press the folded piece of paper down to create a circle then glue it in place.

Step 10: Gather a few embellishments. I picked out some Details, a piece of baker's twine, and a Bits tag.

Step 11: Thread your baker's twine through the tag then put a dot of glue down on the top of the box and stick the ends of the twine in it. Place your folded paper embellishment on top of this and adhere it with a strong adhesive.

Step 12: Punch out a circle of patterned paper and pick out a Detail. Glue down the circle on top of the folded paper embellishment and then adhere the Detail on top of that.

 

Step 13: Open the box up and fill it with candy.

All finished!

More Daydreams projects are in the works for tomorrow!

Day Dreams Projects by Mandy Koeppen

Daydreams welcomes the joyful simplicity of everyday life. Designs include dots, florals, and stripes with a few pops of eclectic icons - clothespins, acorns, and owls. Bright and cute, this cheery line is perfect for documenting fun-filled, sunny afternoons. This week our design team will showcase this new line! Up first: Mandy Koeppen shares a sweet layout and card.

 

Day Dreamer by Mandy Koeppen

Supplies: Hello (70075) - Flair, Printed Variety Tags (77263) - Bits, Sunny Day Paper (35608) - Daydreams, Pleasant Day Paper (35609) - Daydreams, Raspberry (71019) - Cardstock, White (71081) - Cardstock, Forrest Vanilla (53162) - Thickers

Sweet Boy by Mandy Koeppen

Supplies: Gleeful Day Paper (35604) - Daydreams, Smile (42227) - Remarks, Sunny Day Paper (35608) - Daydreams, Sweet (59154) - Stamps, Great Day Paper (35602) - Daydreams, Blissful Day Paper (35605) - Daydreams, Sunflower (58291) - Ribbon, Meadow Squash (53164) - Thickers, White (71081) - Cardstock, Black (59500) - Pigment Ink

For a chance to win the entire Daydreams collection:

Leave a comment on this post and let us know what your favorite piece from this line is. We'll randomly select a winner and announce them with the Friday morning post - good luck! And don't forget to come back tomorrow for our weekly tutorial!

Garden Café Layout by Paige Evans

First, congrats to the randomly selected winner of the Garden Café line, Angie Gutshall:

It was so fun to read about what your favorite piece of this line is! Paige Evans wraps up the week with a Garden Café layout:

 
Tropical Paradise by Paige Evans

Supplies: Vanilla (71041) - Cardstock, Sunflower Deli Paper (35331), Petunia's Pastries Paper (35532), Orchid Bistro Paper (35533), Lily's Baker Paper (35534), Lavendar Grill Paper (35535), Magnolia Market Paper (35536), Clover Cantina (35537), Carnation Corner Paper (35538), Daisy's Diner (35539), Rose's Kitchen Paper (35540), Cafe Iris Paper (35541), Poppy's Pub Paper (35542) - Garden Cafe, Eclair Cucumber (53226) - Thickers, Garden Cafe Glitter Buttons (85563) - Elements, 4x6" Journaling Cards (64011) - JustWrite, Trifle (78056) - Details, Mousse (78057) - Details, Biscotti (72018) - Delights, Meringue (42211) - Remarks

We'll be featuring the new Daydreams all next week so come back Monday and get ready to be inspired!

Garden Café Cards by Leslie Ashe

This trio of luscious cards was made by Leslie Ashe!

 

Hello Love by Leslie Ashe

Supplies: 12x 2 Cardstock Leaf (71052) – AC Cardstock, Daisy’s Diner Paper (35539) – Garden Café, Medium Jewel Brads (85565) – Elements, Biscotti (72018) – Delights, Savor (42210) – Remarks Sticker Book, Printed Variety Tags (77256) – Bits, Chestnut Ribbon (58409) – Premium Ribbon, Brown Sugar Marker (62611) – Stamp Marker, Dot Glue Runner (61713) – This To That Adhesive, 3D Foam Dots (61709) – This To That Adhesive

Just Because by Leslie Ashe

Supplies: 12x12 Cardstock Kraft (71464) – AC Cardstock, Café Iris Paper (35541) – Garden Café, Biscotti (72018) – Delights, Precision Pen Black (62321)  - Pens, Dot Glue Runner (61713) – This To That Adhesive, 3D Foam Dots (61709) – This To That Adhesive

You are Scruptious by Leslie Ashe

Supplies: 12x12 Cardstock Kraft (71464) – AC Cardstock, Petunia’s Pastries Paper (35532) – Garden Café, Sunflower Deli Paper (35531) – Garden Café, Plastic Buttons (85564) – Elements, Savor – Small (42210) – Remarks Sticker Book, Delish – 1” (70073) – Flair, Meringue (42211) – Remarks, Sunflower Ribbon (58291) – Premium Ribbon, Precision Pen Black (62321) – Pens, Dot Glue Runner (61713) – This To That Adhesive, 3D Foam Dots (61709) – This To That Adhesive

One more day of Garden Café coming up tomorrow! Don't forget to enter the giveaway for a chance to win this entire line!

Garden Café Projects by Leah Farquharson

A big congrats to the randomly selected winner of their two favorite Summer 2011 lines from the Blog Hop, Allison Waken, who said:

We hope you enjoyed the hop and found some new things to inspire you! We'll have another hop after the next CHA in January 2012 (it'll be here before you know it!)

Leah Farquharson has an extraordinary layout and card using Garden Café to share with you today:

Brown-Eyed Girl by Leah Farquharson

Supplies: Kraft cardstock (71464) - AC Cardstock, White Cardstock (71081) - AC Cardstock, Petunia's Pastries Paper (35532) - Garden Cafe, Clover Cantina Paper (35537) - Garden Cafe, Daisy's Diner Paper (35539), Rose's Kitchen (35540) - Garden Cafe, Cafe Iris (35541) - Garden Cafe, Poppy's Pub (35542) - Garden Cafe, Strawberry Eclair (53225) - Thickers, Plastic Buttons (85564) - Elements, Trifle (78056) - Details, Biscotti (72018) - Delights, Small SAvor (42210) - Remarks Books, Meringue (42211) - Remarks, Small - Hello (59150) - Clear Stamps, Printed Variety Tags (77256) - Bits, Amy (42212) - Remarks Books, Good Times (42213) - Remarks Books, Peachy Keen Bow Tie (89398) - Carded Ribbon, Peachy Keen Plastic Rose Brad (85539) - Elements, Black (59500) - Pigment Ink, Black .01 (62301) - Precision Pens, Dot Glue Runner (61713) - This to That, Dimensional Tabs (61710) - This to That

Thank You Very Much for Everything by Leah Farquharson

Supplies: Petunia's Pastries Paper (35532) - Garden Cafe, Daisy's Diner Paper (35539) - Garden Cafe, Clover Cantina (35537) - Garden Cafe, Plastic Buttons (85564) - Elements, Medium Jewel Brads (85565) - Elements, Savor - Small (42210) - Remarks Books, Biscotti (72018) - Delights, Meringue (42211) - Remarks Dimensional Stickers, Campy Trails Hot Dog (89397) - Carded Ribbon, Dot Glue Runner (61713) - This to That, Dimensional Tabs (61710) - This to That