Cricut Explore - lowest price ever at Amazon

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The Explore One is now the Deal of the Day on Amazon! But only for another 8 hours and counting! This is the lowest price the Explore One has ever been sold on Amazon.

Check it out here: http://amzn.to/1nS9sWA

Here's my chart that compares the different Explore models.

Happy crafting!  ♥

Changes to Google Friend Connect

Do you have a blogger blog? Or follow blogs using Google Friend Connect? If you do then the following info from Google is for you.

Google will be making some changes that will eventually require readers to have a Google Account to sign into Friend Connect and follow blogs.

As part of this plan, starting the week of January 11, they'll remove the ability for people with Twitter, Yahoo, Orkut or other OpenId providers to sign in to Google Friend Connect and follow blogs. At the same time, they'll remove non-Google Account profiles so you may see a decrease in your blog follower count.

If you use a non-Google Account to follow my blog, you need to sign up for a Google Account, and re-follow my blog. With a Google Account, you'll get blogs added to your Reading List, making it easier for you to see the latest posts and activity of the blogs you follow.

Here's the details from Google: http://buzz.blogger.com/2015/12/an-update-on-google-friend-connect.html

Happy crafting!  ♥

Dreaming Tree Valentine's Mailbox

Wow! This was a project and a half... But I'm so happy with it!

Now I need to go stock up on cardstock because I've got the 3D building fever!

You'll find the details of where to purchase this file in this post: http://www.thenoncraftycrafter.com/2016/01/new-kit-from-dreaming-tree.html

And if you're going to create this beauty, don't leave it till the night before Valentines. And be prepared for fun!!

Finished size is approx 12" x 8" x 8".

All printed paper was from Stampin' Up!

Happy crafting!  ♥

New kit from Dreaming Tree

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Have you seen the new kit from Dreaming Tree?

It's seriously the prettiest thing I've ever seen!

You can purchase it for $6.99 from this link:

Dreaming Tree Hugs N Kisses SVG Bundle

Or you can spend $9.98 and get it for free! Click here to shop: Dreaming Tree shop

Then type FREEGIFT into the coupon code box during checkout.

The Hugs N Kisses SVG Bundle will be added to your order... for FREE!

I haven't made anything like this before. It's time to clear off the craft table and get busy!

Happy crafting!  ♥

New product from Cricut!

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Look what just showed up on the Cricut website!!

Pearl cardstock!

It looks to come in 14 colours at the moment.

Each colour comes in a pack of 20 sheets for $8.99.

There is also a sampler pack that contains 20 sheets for $6.99!

Can't wait to get my hands on some of this!

Here's the link if you want to take a look: Cricut Pearl cardstock

Happy crafting!  ♥

Spectacular Savings on Cricut Explore Air™ Machine and Bundles

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With Valentine's Day just around the corner, it's the perfect time to start thinking about making personalized cards and gifts. Instead of cramping up your hand muscles cutting out hearts and cute designs with clunky scissors, save yourself time and elevate your design by using a Cricut Explore Air. Without a doubt, this is the best crafting device available.

It's not only versatile and easy to use, it's also on sale right now at Cricut! You'll be able to get:

✂ $50 off the Cricut Explore Air

✂ $129.95 off the Cricut Explore Air™ Machine + Deluxe Starter Set

✂ $138.94 off the Cricut Explore Air™ Machine + Ultimate Machine Set and

✂ $257.78 off the Cricut Explore Air™ Machine + EVERYTHING Starter Set

The Explore Air Machine's Bundle of Benefits
With the Cricut Explore Air™, you can cut over 60 different types of material, including paper, fabric, plastic and vinyl to name a few. The Explore Air also features Cut Smart™ technology, which allows you to cut a wide range of shapes and sizes with exceptional precision, from ¼" tall up to 11½" wide x 23½" tall.

This Cricut Explore machine is called the Air because it has built-in Bluetooth® capability. This means you can use Cricut’s free iPad app and design anything you want from your iPad, just like you would on your home computer, but with the convenience of being able to take your projects with you anywhere. Then, you can just wirelessly send your project from your iPad to your Explore Air to bring it to life.

While the Cricut Explore Air is impressive on its own, purchasing it with one of Cricut's bundle offerings makes it even more valuable. Each bundle comes with different accessories that allow you to expand your creativity and make your crafting projects even more simple and fun to create. Plus, by purchasing your Explore Air with a bundle, you're able to save a bundle in the process! 

Happy crafting!  ♥

Cricut fonts included in subscription

Here's a handy dandy list I created of the Cricut fonts that are included in the subscription.

You can download it from here: Cricut Fonts in subscription

Please note, the list does not show a preview of the font. Just the name of the font.

If you're seeing a price next to the fonts check that you're signed into Design Space. Sign out and back in if necessary. If they still appear with a price check that your subscription is current.

Happy crafting!  ♥

All Occasions Box Cards sizing chart

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The sizing for this cartridge needs a little work. In the mean time, so you can use this awesome cartridge I've put together a sizing chart for you.

Be sure to read the instructions in the document.

The chart is free!

If you haven't yet purchased the cartridge please feel free to use my affiliate link: Click here to purchase All Occasions Box Cards

Be sure to use the code HAPPYCRAFTING to get 10% off your purchase. And if you're in the USA you'll also get free shipping if you order the physical cartridge.

You'll find the digital handbook here: All Occasions Box Cards handbook.

You can download the chart from my Box .com account here: All Occasions Box Cards sizing chart

Please note: There was an sizing error on the pdf for the Flower Basket box card. I have fixed the error and uploaded a new version.

The correct sizes for the Flower Basket box card are W: 22.63. H: 10.75.

Thanks to Ann for bringing it to my attention. ☺

Feel free to share this blog post with your friends. 

Happy crafting!  ♥

New Cartridge from Cricut - All Occasions Box Cards

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Can't get enough of the Box Cards? Well Cricut have just released a Box Card cartridge designed by the amazing Lori Whitlock!

Here's two of the box cards that I whipped up last night. These cards are fun to make!

Be sure to check the handbook which lists the height measurement for these cards. (Or on your machine if you're not using the Explore.) 

And you'll find some quick assembly instructions at the end of the handbook.

I'll have a chart available soon which will list the size you should set in Design Space.

As this is a licensed cartridge it's not available in the subscription.

Here's the link to purchase: http://shrsl.com/?~b1xs

Be sure to use the code HAPPYCRAFTING to get 10% off your purchase. And if you're in the USA you'll also get free shipping if you order the physical cartridge.

You'll find the digital handbook here: All Occasions Box Cards handbook.

Happy crafting!  ♥

A new font bundle by Revolge

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If you are a lover of fonts you may know of Revolge.
Well, Revolge have created a new platform which was launched the first of this month, called Little Big Bundle.

THE JANUARY BUNDLE INCLUDES:

• 74 Fonts
• 500+ unique icons in 7 icon sets
• Ribbons, Emblems, Backgrounds, Textures, Patterns, Valentine Goodies, Logo Templates
• Oh, and MUCH More

They offer high quality bundles for either $29 for a single bundle or $19 with a monthly subscription. Roemie from Revolge has offered our group a 20% discount off the bundle! The code to receive the discount is CLGDS.

The bundles come with a commercial license so you can safely sell your projects made with their fonts etc.

You can check out everything that's included in the bundle here: https://gumroad.com/a/622474355


While you're at Little Big Bundle check out their $1 Deal: The Crafter Friendly Valentine’s Day Bundle

THIS VALENTINE’S BUNDLE INCLUDES:

• 4 Beautiful installable fonts
• Pack of 80+ high quality PNG’s for both Cricut and Silhouette
• 3 Premium .CDR files for Silhouette
• All items come with our extended commercial license
• Create endless products which you can sell!
• Use in any personal project
• All this for just $1

Happy crafting!  ♥

Cricut: January Mystery Box

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The January Cricut Mystery box has been released.

As usual... numbers are limited so don't leave it too late to order.

Use the code HAPPYCRAFTING to get 10% discount off everything except the subscriptions and receive free shipping! (Continental US only for free shipping.)

Click here to order

Happy crafting!  ♥