Aloha, Take a Peek at the New Anniversary Expression 2 Machine!

Thursday, March 31, 2011

Aloha, Take a Peek at the New Anniversary Expression 2 Machine!

Get ready and grab some coffee - we have a lot to cover today!

First off, the new Expression 2 Anniversary Machine!

Exciting times today! The new Expression 2 (E2) Anniversary edition arrived yesterday and below, we have an "out of the box" video showing you what's what. This machine will be debuting on April 26, 2011 on HSN and we have some fun things planned out for the launch!

Check out the video below (if you can't see it, click HERE):

I also have a project today using the new Luau Seasonal Mini cartridge. Now, I have to apologize in advance because I have broken a little rule we have here at Everyday Cricut. We try very hard to only use one or maybe two cartridges per project. That way, it's not so overwhelming. Well, I ended up using three cartridges on this 5" x 5" card.

Say what? Yes, it's true. I used the new Imagine Berries and Cream Colors and Patterns cartridge for the majority of the paper you see. Only the flowers, "aloha" and ticket shape use Stampin Up! cardstock. The ticket shape is from the Songbird cartridge. And, of course, the leaves, flowers and "aloha" is from the Luau cartridge.

Now for some details: I cut the pink flower at 2" and the yellow flower at 1-3/4". I pop up the center piece that came out of the large pink flower. The leaves were cut at 1-3/4" and 1-1/4". The Aloha was cut at 1-1/4". The ticket shape was cut at 2-3/4", base and shadow. I used one of the Asian inspired folders from the Cuttlebug Plum Blossom set to emboss the white ticket shape.

I popped up the ticket shape using pop dots.

Inside is finished off with some layered paper in a strip - also from Berries and Cream Imagine cartridge.

By the way, did you hear that today is the last day to get an Imagine at $299? Head over to the Imagine Sale at cricut.com to pick yours up!

Be sure and check out Joy's and Melanie's personal blogs for more creative goodness at Obsessed with Scrapbooking and Courtney Lane Designs!

Have a great day!

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Beandip said...: That is such a vibrant card. I can't wait for summer. =); March 31, 2011 at 12:50 PM
Janelle said...: The card is really lovely and vibrant. I can't wait to see all the things the expression 2 will be able to do. It looks like a really fun machine.; March 31, 2011 at 12:52 PM
Amy said...: That card is just stunning! My fave colors!; March 31, 2011 at 12:53 PM
Kasondra said...: What an adorable card!!!

And the E2 looks A-MAZING!!; March 31, 2011 at 1:02 PM
Got2BCrafting said...: What a bright and beautiful card! I love that flower... gorgeous! I would love to get the E2 but I know I will have a hard time justifying to the hubby!! :)
Lori
http://got2bcrafting.blogspot.com/; March 31, 2011 at 1:07 PM
Jenny V. said...: Wow love the new look on those Cricut 2. Hope to upgrade someday. Beautiful card, love the awesome colors so topical.; March 31, 2011 at 1:28 PM
Kris Dietz said...: I so want this machine. I can't wait til the show! Thanks for the preview and the card is beautiful too.

Kris
dietzrobles@yahoo.com; March 31, 2011 at 1:31 PM
Mandy said...: That is a great card!

Thank you for sharing your E2 with us!

Mandy; March 31, 2011 at 1:38 PM
kim.mom said...: CUTE!!! Can't wait to see more about the Expression 2!; March 31, 2011 at 1:42 PM
Penny said...: I loved the video and the card is very nice. TFS.

pennyspad at sbcglobal dot net; March 31, 2011 at 1:45 PM
Phyllis McKenna said...: What a cute card!! I love the bright colors. Thanks for the out of the box Cricut video. I always enjoy seeing the new things coming out.; March 31, 2011 at 1:56 PM
nanapuddin said...: That card is really cute! I'm looking for that cuttlebug folder right now! TFS!
nanapuddin at wildblue dot net; March 31, 2011 at 1:56 PM
Marigold's Craft Space said...: I love your card! I can't wait to get the E2, it looks awesome.; March 31, 2011 at 1:58 PM
Motivated Runner said...: Beautiful card! Thanks for showing the E2. Looks like I know what I am doing on the 26th!; March 31, 2011 at 2:04 PM
Kaye said...: E2 looks like a winner to me! Aloha card is so cute. Those are nice flowers on that cart.; March 31, 2011 at 2:06 PM
mema said...: Great video.
I like the green color of the E2.
Fits with Cricut..
Looking forward to getting a close up view.
Thanks
mema

wilsonp58@yahoo.com; March 31, 2011 at 2:09 PM
McVic said...: oh cool! love that cricut
kacee
mcvicwif@yahoo.com.; March 31, 2011 at 2:10 PM
scrap mama said...: how adorable; March 31, 2011 at 2:14 PM
Anonymous said...: Great card. Makes my longing for summer even worse. Would love to win the Cricut Cake!! My daughter (7 yrs) and I could have sooo much fun with it!

Kati
katisweatt@yahoo.com; March 31, 2011 at 2:34 PM
okie_ladybug said...: Oh I can't wait to get mine! But guess I still have over a month. I hope ya'll teach me how to use that sucker before I get it!; March 31, 2011 at 2:36 PM
Karen S. said...: Love the E2... maybe I'll get this instead of upgrading my baby bug to an E....

Love the card - I think I need the Luau cart even though I already have Life's a Beach!

karenskapin at yahoo dot com; March 31, 2011 at 2:43 PM
Kristin said...: Beautiful card - the colors are amazing. The E2 looks cool but seeing my E is only about a year old I won't be getting the new one unless I win one somewhere! LoL

Kristin
ksully4597 at gmail dot com; March 31, 2011 at 2:50 PM
Angela said...: Beautiful card! I wanna go to Maui now.; March 31, 2011 at 3:02 PM
Treva said...: Pretty card, love the colors. BTW-I'm one of those people that enjoy the fact that you don't try to overwhelm us by using too many cartridges in one project. TFS!; March 31, 2011 at 3:03 PM
Denise-Scrapmouse said...: Very pretty card! Love the bright happy colors. Thanks for sharing.

coupondenise at live dot com; March 31, 2011 at 3:07 PM
Tekla said...: The features of the E2 are exciting! I'll mark my calendar for 4-26!! I also like the Aloha card! Thanks for all the info!!; March 31, 2011 at 3:18 PM
Marque and Travis said...: Great SPRING/SUMMER project and let me tell you I have spring FEVER!!; March 31, 2011 at 3:19 PM
Country Lady Designs said...: Hello
Thank you for sharing the video on the Anniversary Expression 2 Machine.
My husband said that i can get one and I cant wait till April.
I love this card,the colors and the design is so cute. Your the best. Thanks again!
http://countryladydesigns.blogspot.com/; March 31, 2011 at 3:30 PM
Meghankelly said...: That is such a cute card!! I love the colors!!! I'm also super excited to learn more about the new Cricut, thanks for sharing the info!!!; March 31, 2011 at 3:31 PM
xxsquigglesxx said...: I'm not sure how I feel about the cricut 2 yet. The only feature that is making me want to look into it more is that you can use the imagine cartridges on it, other than that I don't see any huge improvements that make me want to spend a lot of money to upgrade.

xxsquigglesxx(at)gmail(dot)com; March 31, 2011 at 3:32 PM
PinkSugar said...: Omg this is just too much. I so want all of these machines and can not wait for Jingers cake class. These machines woud so come in handy for my new business venture . Paper and party creations. With my husbands doors closing to hids franchise because of the ecomy and my diagnosis last year that left us pretty much broke because he would not leave my side. I feel so guilty. But God granted me with an awesome husband Iwould not trade the franchise for him. Thanks for all the opportunities to win. And all of your crafty godness.; March 31, 2011 at 3:41 PM
Linda Vargas said...: I can't wait to get the E2. Thank you for the out of the box demo. So cool.; March 31, 2011 at 3:44 PM
Anonymous said...: I LOVE your blog, stumbled across it from another one (pink stamper i think) so refreshing all of your crafts inspire me too make fun things. Thanks so much for the chance to win. I'm not much of a cake maker but my friend would love to have one and her birthday is comimg up....
Tammydee; March 31, 2011 at 4:08 PM
pcrusberg said...: Your card is so pretty! Really cheery!; March 31, 2011 at 4:11 PM
Crhiga said...: Love the card!!! It's awesome!!!

Carol; March 31, 2011 at 4:17 PM
gm said...: Love the Aloha card the colors are great and just so bright!; March 31, 2011 at 4:18 PM
Anonymous said...: Cute card and what great colors.
tdharris1@cox.net; March 31, 2011 at 4:19 PM
The Crazy Life of a Navy Wife said...: Can't wait to see the carts that come with the new machine!!
cporter519 @ yahoo dot com; March 31, 2011 at 4:33 PM
folkbrush said...: Very cute card. Great colors for spring. Thanks.; March 31, 2011 at 4:34 PM
The Ford's said...: Wow amazing!!!!; March 31, 2011 at 4:39 PM
Angel said...: wow, what a machine. Lets see what else it can do.; March 31, 2011 at 4:42 PM
Shellie said...: You make lives so hard by showcasing E2 next to colors printed with Imagine. Which do I covet more? :); March 31, 2011 at 4:48 PM
Maura said...: Great card! I am very excited about the E2 launch on HSN. Can't wait.; March 31, 2011 at 4:49 PM
Heather said...: Love the Aloha card. Can't wait to see what you do with the new E2! It looks like fun!!; March 31, 2011 at 4:53 PM
wimarinemom2006 said...: What a great card. I'm so tired of snow and cold this card lets me know spring is coming. Love the E2.; March 31, 2011 at 4:55 PM
Dana said...: So awesome! Great card, too!; March 31, 2011 at 5:03 PM
Dawn said...: Great card and the CE2 looks so cool!
Thanks for the inspiration and chance to win!
Delta Dawn
dawnjonesaldridge@gmail.com; March 31, 2011 at 5:07 PM
jplatt said...: I love your card the colors are gorgeous. The Expression 2 looks great and I think will be very popular.

Janette P
platts2011@hotmail.com; March 31, 2011 at 5:21 PM
Emily said...: Beautiful colors!!; March 31, 2011 at 5:32 PM
Kristie Maynard said...: Looks like a pretty cool machine.
Cute card.; March 31, 2011 at 5:46 PM
Anonymous said...: Love the bright paper on that card!!
TFS
Kasot@aol.com; March 31, 2011 at 5:56 PM
Tammi A. said...: This machine is awesome. Thanks for sharing the out of the box demo. Also the Luau card is so cute. I love the bright colors, it is so springy!!!

tammi_amata@ameritech.net; March 31, 2011 at 5:58 PM
PurpleLadyBug said...: Cute card! The E2 looks awesome :)

kperlic at hotmail dot com; March 31, 2011 at 6:04 PM
janice Moss said...: The is the one that I am hoping to get for Mother's Day this year! Woot! Woot! Really love the colors and the card you made. Hope I win the Cricut Cake!; March 31, 2011 at 6:09 PM
Jennifer said...: Love this card!! It would be a good card to send to my family living in Hawaii.; March 31, 2011 at 6:17 PM
jamme said...: Great Hawaiian card. The colors are perfect. The CE2 looks like it will be fun. It has a sleek look. Think I want one and how will I justify that when I just bought a CE.; March 31, 2011 at 6:35 PM
Rose said...: Sometimes...Rules are made to be broken.(this is a good one)Love the printed pattern paper B&C very colorful & the layered printed paper on inside is so perfect LOVE IT!!!TFS; March 31, 2011 at 6:35 PM
Judy said...: Cute card!; March 31, 2011 at 6:45 PM
Ashley @ Bride on a Budget said...: Such a cool machine!; March 31, 2011 at 7:04 PM
Josee said...: The card is great! The color scheme is very appealing to me.; March 31, 2011 at 7:12 PM
Nadia's World said...: I already have 2 expressions and the imagine....is it wrong for me to want the new cricut 2 and the cricut cake?!

Would love to win the Cricut Cake and can't wait to buy the Anniversary one!

TFS!!

Nicole T.
niclax13@gmail.com; March 31, 2011 at 7:16 PM
Chris Wooten said...: really pretty card and thank you for the video too...i am thinking of get this new machine for my kids rooms

mcwooten1999@carolina.rr.com; March 31, 2011 at 7:19 PM
CricutMeHappy said...: Great card with wonderful colors!; March 31, 2011 at 7:34 PM
kinderdi said...: Great card! Love the colors! Thanks for sharing the "E2!"; March 31, 2011 at 7:36 PM
scrappinw/lupus said...: LOVE the colors you used on this card!!!!!; March 31, 2011 at 7:37 PM
Karen and Kyle said...: I am excited about this machine...I only hope they don't keep it as a limited release machine. It has some awesome features!; March 31, 2011 at 7:45 PM
felkatz said...: ohh my word.. i sooo want this machine!! love the provo craft machines!!!; March 31, 2011 at 7:50 PM
Eileen said...: I love this card! The colors are so pretty.; March 31, 2011 at 7:51 PM
Carol said...: I would love to get an E2, but alas... I just got the Imagine, so it'll have to wait! ;-) But I LOVE the card!; March 31, 2011 at 7:52 PM
faye said...: I love the colors on this card.; March 31, 2011 at 7:57 PM
Deneen said...: Love the new machine. Epecially love your card. Makes me think of beautiful warm Hawaii. I would love to see it again.; March 31, 2011 at 7:59 PM
Tammy said...: Like the card and the E2; March 31, 2011 at 8:20 PM
scrapgranny said...: Wow! Cuteness! I need to check out the berries and cream cart. Thanks for the inspiration!

katkane43 at aol dot com; March 31, 2011 at 8:48 PM
Narelle said...: Thanks for the preview! There's an E2 with my name on it. Can't wait till the 26th!!! I'm in Australia so my US BFF is ordering it for me....

Looooove your Aloha card! Almost needed my sunnies! :); March 31, 2011 at 8:58 PM
Linnea said...: I absolutely love the colors with that card! I may just have to update my cricut also!; March 31, 2011 at 9:03 PM
SherriC. said...: Great video, I can't wait to get the new E2, love your card Joy, so bright and cheerful!!!; March 31, 2011 at 9:04 PM
The Antonich's said...: I love love love the colors of this card! I'm not a fan of bright usually, but this one captures me :)
I'm excited to see more of this new machine.; March 31, 2011 at 9:13 PM
Chris said...: Cool machine. Great card.

Chris; March 31, 2011 at 9:14 PM
Anonymous said...: I love the card, it is so colorful!
Sharon (scrappyone); March 31, 2011 at 9:29 PM
shafey said...: Great card The colors are so nice. The New Cricut looks like a great machine -How exciting; March 31, 2011 at 9:30 PM
Amy said...: Love your card!!! This time one year ago I was getting ready to go to Maui and now I really want to go back after seeing your card :); March 31, 2011 at 9:36 PM
mississchic said...: I can't want to get the E2. Pretty card. TFS. mississchic @ yahoo dotcom; March 31, 2011 at 9:57 PM
Anonymous said...: Thanks for sharing the new E with us, loved the video! Love the spring colors on your card!

Diane

kittyminou at hotmail dot com; March 31, 2011 at 10:03 PM
3093ee74-359e-11e0-8c14-000bcdca4d7a said...: I love the new machine and it's ability to do more. Looks great! TFS. Cindy T cmtry 555 at aol; March 31, 2011 at 10:09 PM
Patty said...: Love your card, ordered the Imagine, so I will be able to make those papers you've used! OMG it is AMAZING

cooktoy1@aol.com; March 31, 2011 at 10:11 PM
Marian Gr said...: Thank you for sharing your excitement opening your E2!

Your card is so Beautiful. I really like the vibrant colors that you used.

Thank you for sharing!
meg_ps6819(at)yahoo(dot)com; March 31, 2011 at 10:19 PM
JustJules said...: E2 looks great!!! Can't wait until the launch!

Julie; March 31, 2011 at 10:42 PM
KySunShine said...: What a great new look.; March 31, 2011 at 11:13 PM
Theresa C. Eldridge said...: LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!; March 31, 2011 at 11:35 PM
Doodlebugs said...: perfect papaer for a really cute card love it

esabatine at gmail dot com; March 31, 2011 at 11:54 PM
Tiffany said...: Love the card! Thanks so much for the video!

Tiffany
tiffanymarierice@yahoo.com
http://sparkledmemories.blogspot.com/; April 1, 2011 at 12:00 AM
Angela said...: Love the color comb, spring is in the air.; April 1, 2011 at 12:01 AM
Shari said...: What a great card. I love it even if you did use 3 cartridges. It is beautiful and looks just like Hawaii.

Love the new Cricut. The only way I will get one is if I win one, I believe the prices I have heard are pricy and I don't NEED it, just WANT it.; April 1, 2011 at 12:14 AM
Marissa said...: I LOVE your card! It turned out beautiful!; April 1, 2011 at 12:47 AM
puffinliz said...: thanks for the sneaky peeky! Love the card, super cute.; April 1, 2011 at 1:08 AM
Shauna said...: I love the card and it's bright spring colors. Thanks for sharing!; April 1, 2011 at 1:19 AM
Kris said...: Love your card and the E2 looks amazing!

Kris in Alaska
funamom at yahoo dot com; April 1, 2011 at 1:37 AM
Nati Tristan said...: Oh My Gosh!! I really like that e2! Amazing! I can't wait to check out the launch of it on HSN! Also, I love love love that card! The colors are amazing!; April 1, 2011 at 2:33 AM
Ola said...: This is such a cute card... love the colors!

I'm totally drooling over the Expression 2.... it's so shiny & nice!!!!

~Ola
okj83 at live dot com; April 1, 2011 at 2:57 AM
Debby said...: Such a pretty green, would love one of these but just got the Expression (peppermint) and have to be good, taxes only go so far. Love the card so Springy!
angel hugs
Debby; April 1, 2011 at 3:56 AM
Kymberlee said...: I can't get enough of seeing the E2. Cute card :) TFS; April 1, 2011 at 4:34 AM
jdahmen said...: I want the expression2 so bad but the hubby thinks three cricuts are enough:( One can never have enough cricut machines!!; April 1, 2011 at 6:42 AM
The Fillhard's said...: Great card and looks to be another must have machine.
Christi; April 1, 2011 at 7:44 AM
*Star said...: Gorgeous card!!! The colors make me so happy! Tfs and a have a great day. :); April 1, 2011 at 9:07 AM
Lee said...: Along with everyone else, I love this card. The colors are bright and cheerful and the layering is inviting! Great Job!; April 1, 2011 at 9:42 AM
Jen_H said...: This card is so vibrant and adorable. Thanks for sharing! Just got the expression for Christmas I don't think my husband would let me get the "E2", but it looks awesome!
Jen

jholton0503@yahoo.com; April 1, 2011 at 9:57 AM
Jme said...: I'm getting excited!; April 1, 2011 at 10:13 AM
DanielleP said...: Lovely card. The papers are really pretty.
DanielleP; April 1, 2011 at 10:13 AM
WhichCraft-Liz said...: I love the colors on this card! very nice.

TFS

Liz
whichcraft@me.com; April 1, 2011 at 10:17 AM
WhichCraft-Liz said...: I love the colors on this card! very nice.

TFS

Liz
whichcraft@me.com; April 1, 2011 at 10:17 AM
Anonymous said...: What a bright & happy card to match the new bright & happy Expression. Thanks for sharing.
- Cil
anticil at comcast dot net; April 1, 2011 at 12:34 PM
McVic said...: looks like a lot of fun!!
kacee
mcvicwif@yahoo.com; April 1, 2011 at 2:59 PM
pdela-torre said...: Super cute card! Makes me want to go Hawaii! (Sigh!) TFS!; April 1, 2011 at 3:29 PM
Debbie said...: Beautiful colours - I love that card.
Debe
debmevans@btinternet.com; April 1, 2011 at 5:42 PM
Cookie78 said...: I love the card! The anniversary cricut is so cute too!; April 1, 2011 at 9:03 PM
Georgia said...: Great ard. love all the bright colors.; April 1, 2011 at 9:14 PM
Crystal said...: I love, love, love this card!!! It would look great on a layout too. Thanks for the inspiration.; April 1, 2011 at 9:34 PM
Sandra Joy said...: Terrific Card! Reminds me of Hawaii. Aloha!; April 1, 2011 at 10:47 PM
magicalmom2001 said...: So Cute! What a beautiful card. I have so much to learn! Love the new Expression!; April 2, 2011 at 1:24 AM
Deb Palmer said...: I have the expression & imagine - would be nice to have one that would use both cartridges. The print feature on the imagine is nice but not used alot, mostly cut images.; April 2, 2011 at 5:58 AM
JenBenLola said...: Any idea how much this will cost?! I'd love to get one and pass my Exression on to my friend, since i owe her so much right now for everything she did for my wedding and baby shower and i know how much she wants one. I better start savings my pennies this month! :) JenBrierley2 at gmail dot com; April 2, 2011 at 8:25 AM
Karen said...: Looks like a great machine and wireless capability is nice! Love the bright colours of your Aloha card. Tfs!!; April 2, 2011 at 8:28 AM
Suzy said...: I love these cards! I'm intrigued by the "new cricut"!

-Suzy suzyq28024@gmail.com; April 2, 2011 at 11:26 AM
Kimberli said...: Beautiful card, I love all the bright colors! And thanks for the fun video, I can't wait to get my hands on an E2, just have to convince myself that I "need" it when my Expression is in perfect working order... :); April 2, 2011 at 11:41 AM
khd said...: THanks for doing the out of the box video!! Looks like a lot of fun. And this card is fantastic!
Keisha
keisha_hartt@hotmail.com; April 2, 2011 at 12:43 PM
Barbara said...: I have been working for my company for 12 years and this is the first year they have given a bonus. My husband and I agreed it could be mine to use as I wanted. The bonus came in time to take advantage of the Imagine sale. I have also put money aside for the E2. I really wish I knew what they would sell it for. Loved the card. Now if I could figure out where to get the Imagine Berries and Cream Colors and Patterns cart. Cute video opening the box! Can't wait to see more...and what the price will be at HSN and what will be with the package.; April 2, 2011 at 1:26 PM
bevyb said...: Very colorful and tropical. This would make a great invite for a summar luau party; April 2, 2011 at 1:46 PM
Kelly Braund said...: Cannot wait for the new expression! Your card is beautifully bright and cheery!; April 2, 2011 at 2:36 PM
Kay said...: The colors on this card are "WOW". Love it! I am longing for one of the new machines!; April 2, 2011 at 2:58 PM
Anonymous said...: I love this card. The colors and design are very nice.

Renee
pepper4716 at aol dot com; April 2, 2011 at 4:22 PM
The Fancy Lady said...: wow i really want one of these!
i hope i can win this giveaway i can master for cake art!
thefancyladycupcakes@yahoo.com; April 2, 2011 at 4:48 PM
dwilkinson said...: Cute card, I WANT that new machine!!!!!!
Danielle; April 2, 2011 at 5:37 PM
Marilyn said...: Thank you for the video and the great card too!; April 2, 2011 at 6:44 PM
Renea said...: What a cute card. Love the new Experession 2 can't wait for the HSN premier.

nurses1977@yahoo.com; April 2, 2011 at 6:44 PM
Rebecca's Card Hobby said...: This card is so pretty and bright, love the bright colors.; April 2, 2011 at 7:56 PM
Kristin said...: That cartridge would be perfect for me since my parents are moving back to Hawaii in 2 nmonths.; April 2, 2011 at 8:43 PM
Kristen Ann said...: What a fun, colorful card! It makes me think of sunny skies, warm days, and green grass. Oh I can't wait.; April 2, 2011 at 11:41 PM
Shelia said...: Such a cute idea - love the cartridge can't wait to get it!
Shelia; April 2, 2011 at 11:51 PM
Edyta said...: Thank you for showing the new E2 i am so excited!!!love the card you made; April 3, 2011 at 10:09 AM
Katie bug Creations said...: Thanks for sharing. Love the card.; April 3, 2011 at 12:37 PM
rache said...: Love the card but love all your cards. They are such inspirations. Would love to have new Expression 2!! We will have to wait and see.
Thanks for always being there with great ideas!; April 4, 2011 at 5:21 AM
Shelby said...: This card is my fav. so far!!; April 5, 2011 at 12:17 PM
Thriftychick3 said...: Scrapping Hawaii now and your card gave me great ideas! thank you!; May 8, 2011 at 10:34 PM
mom of 2 gurlz said...: Dear Joy...I love this card!! So pretty and makes me think of my vaca to Hawaii!! So cheary, also! TFS!

Gina; February 14, 2012 at 8:48 AM