Week of October 28th, 2012

We are giving away a Space Party cartridge.

Drawing will be held on Sunday, November 4th, 2012 and announced here.

How to win?

1) Follow this blog or subscribe via email. See upper right hand corner of blog to do so.
2) Leave a comment under one or all posts this week for maximum chances. See HERE if you don't know how to leave a comment.

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Stand and Salute Patriotic Word Book and Cut File!


I made this word book using Cricut Design Studio and the Cricut Stand and Salute cartridge two summers ago and it remains one of my favorite, all-time, mini-albums I've ever created!

I used chipboard from cereal boxes and taped it to the mat using painter's tape to prevent slipping.  I multi-cut it 3 times and used max pressure and depth and slow speed.  The eagle and honor pages were tricky - that "n" and "r' are skinny!


This firecracker cut is one of my favorites!  I used some glue and silver glitter to mimic the sparkle.

Below is the book with all the inner pages.  The paper is from Reminisce and Coredinations.


Note the Liberty cut on the left hand side.

"Stars and Stripes" is on the left.

American Pride holds a pocket full of tags.  On the right, I used the picture feature key (see below):



This star with the USA inside was funky and I loved the hat border for the photo flap on the right!

Above is the inside of the photo flap - another firecracker and some stars.


The finished backside of the mini-album

This would be a fun project to get working on for your July 4th celebration this year.  And to make that easier, I have files available.

To download the Gypsy file, click HERE.
To download the Cricut Design Studio file, click HERE.


Also, Melanie and I will be attending the Great American Scrapbook Convention tomorrow, Thursday, June 2 at the Arlington, Texas Convention Center.  We are hoping to meet up with fellow Cricut lovers at noon across from the ticket booth and then we can grab some lunch.  We would love for you to join us - hope to see you there!

Here's a coupon if you need one:



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!
PhotobucketSubscribe to Everyday Cricut to learn more about ways to use the Cricut in your cardmaking and scrapbooking! Share/Save/Bookmark Add to Technorati Favorites

349 comments:

«Oldest   ‹Older   201 – 349 of 349   Newer›   Newest»
pdela-torre said...

Super album! I haven't worked with chipboard yet, and I just recently won 5 album sets from want2scrap, so I've been looking for ideas to use for these. Awesome, TFS!
Pam D

SherriC. said...

LOVE your mini album JOY!!!!
thank you so much for sharing the file with us!!!!

Becky said...

Awesome mini album! You guys are so creative and inspiring!

4kids4 said...

Great mini album...and you're so kind to share the cut files! :-)

~Sharon C.

Moxy77 said...

Love this mini. I love anything patriotic though. Great job.Melissa

Pricilla said...

Love this!!!! Just signed up for this and I can't wait to try making something. New - 1 day for even trying a Cricut at a friends. This is truly amazing.

Julie said...

wow~what a beautiful mini album~absolutely love it! Have fun at the convention :o)

snoopygirl said...

I love this mini book, I am going to make one for my daughter and son in law (who is in the air-force) and for my niece in the Marines, and cousin in the Army. may even make one for my nephew who is heading to boot camp later this month(he has joined the Marines
thanks ladies

Dayna said...

this is a really awesome minibook!

daynaba@gmail.com

Munchkin83h said...

Never seen this cartridge before. Too Cute!

mylittlecraftblog said...

Thank you for the file! I love the mini-book.
Evelyn

Lesley Lockhart said...

I just got this cartridge and now I am inspired - just beautiful, creative and FUN! Thank you for sharing and sharing the cut files.

Sandy said...

This is a great mini album. Love the Patriotic theme!!! Nice job.

Melissa said...

VERY nice mini album!! Thanks for sharing!!

Clarice said...

I just love this album. May have to try with the Independence Day cart.

cyog said...

O.K. now I really want the Stand and Salute cartridge. The word book is awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Inspiring work as usual . Have a great tiime at the convention . Bring back some more awe inspiring projects .

Susan M said...

Oh my goodness! What a great album - wonderful job.

dm.brinker said...

Super job. I have never made the mini albums, but will have to give it a try. Thanks again.

Kaycee said...

I love this cartridge!!! It is officially at the top of my list!!! The book is perfect! Will be coming back to do a similar project when I get my cart! Thanks so much for sharing!!!

Amy's Designs said...

OMG this is so adorable. I love this book.

Maria said...

I haven't tried mini-albums, but I may just have to try this one! Thanks for an awesome project and giveaway!

Sandy G said...

The book is so inspirational. Love your work.

ScrapinShana said...

Wow! This is fabulous!! Thank you sooo much for sharing the file with us. I plan on making this soon!

JANLYNN said...

Love love love this mini. Thanks for the download. You girls are going to have sooo much fun at the convention. I and about 49 other members of my master gardener group are going on our yearly bus trip for this year to Louisville Ky to tour several gardens in that area.

AmberO said...

I love these albums! Thanks for sharing it with us!

Amber

Karen said...

I'm in love with mini albums and this one is spectacular! Patriotism is always gorgeous. :o) Excellent work, as always!

Hugs and blessings! :o)

Angie ~ Closet Cricuteer said...

Love this album. Now I want this cartridge. AWESOME!

Creative Genie said...

Really love this mini!! Thanks so much for the files!!!

Cassandra said...

What an awesome project! nice work :)

www.Ctimz3.blogspot.com

Got2BCrafting said...

Wow oh wow!!! What a beautiful word book!! I really would like to make one of these, but for some reason I am still a bit intimidated. You really did an awesome job on this! :)
Lori

Luria said...

Love this book. TFS

Luria

Sue D said...

Fabulous patriotic mini album!

Manon said...

It's a great album for a men

Kristie Maynard said...

Oh my, if that isn't the cutest darn book ever! Love it! TFS!

gardener said...

Love all things red, white and blue. Yum. Great album!!!

Mandee said...

Love, love, love this mini word book! I am so happy that I came upon your page via Cricut's post on FB today! Thanks!

Mandee
bamaafb@bellsouth.net

Lagene said...

Love the mini album!

Angie P. said...

I really love this mini-book,very nice! I wonder if that cart. is still available?

Cynthia B. said...

Amazing album!! Great paper choices and great mix of cuts!

Connie F. said...

We should stand and salute our miliary. I love the mini album/word book. Very appropriate for Memorial Day. Thanks!
true1947@embarqmail.com

Anonymous said...

Awesome word book!! Thank you for sharing!
Peggy E

Anonymous said...

Great use of unique papers. Thanks for sharing. Rudy2U

Lisa P said...

that is the coolest album. Love it!

Denise-Scrapmouse said...

Awesome mini album! Thanks for sharing.

coupondenise at live dot com

Tammi A. said...

That book is awesome. I love how bright the papers is and how everything coordinates. The use of the glitter to brighten the firecrackers was a nice touch too. Thanks for sharing the files.

Karen said...

This is the cutest mini album I have ever seen!! I love the words on the edges and the bright patriotic colors. Thanks for the great ideas

JUDITH said...

I have not made a book but I sure would like to.

SallyP said...

I really like the mini album using the words. This could be adapted to fit so many different themes!

Sandy said...

This project is a great exhibit of your talent and creativity. Very special!

Sandy said...

Wonderful project. Very special!

myska said...

This book is wonderful, but then I am a sucker for the old red,white and blue! Wish I could be at the convention, but my cousin is getting married and I sort of have to go to that! Have fun!

momof2redheads said...

It has been one of my favorites since the first time you posted it.

Brenda said...

I just love this mini word book. I actually own this cartridge. I purchased it at a good price but haven't used it yet.

Doodlebugs said...

fun album wish I had that cart.

Sabrina said...

Wow, what a great mini book! It could be used for so many things, like family 4th of July get togethers. Thanks for re-posting it!

Michelle said...

Very cute mini album! Love it!
jmha4 at q dot com

aremus said...

What a great mini album!! TFS!!

amandaremus at gmail dot com

Sherrie K. said...

Just beautiful!!
Sherrie K

KTbirdiegirl said...

Fantastic word book...no wonder it's one of your favorites -- mine, too!! This cart looks like a winner. Enjoy the convention tomorrow. TFS.
Kathryn

Scrappin Dhilly said...

Very cute book, I have never made a mini album but am totally inspired by you. Wish I was going to the convention!

scrappindhilly at gmail dot com

JustJules said...

Love this album and THANK YOU for the cut files!! How wonderful!! Have a great time at the convention!

Julie

KKay Krafting said...

Great creation. Love this word book.
Karen

CardsbyJo said...

I love this. Thanks for the cut files. I have been wanting to make a word book and never had, but now I am going to try.

Christine said...

LOVE this!

cal8007 said...

Great job, Joy! Thanks for sharing the DS file :)

Hugs!

Carmen L
cal8007 at aol dot com

Joy said...

Wonder if my personal will be able to cut the thin chipboard. Will never know if I don't get it out of the box.

Kris said...

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it and I have that cartridge! Yippee!


Kris in Alaska
funamom at yahoo dot com

thekolbes said...

Oh wow that is AWESOME. Thanks so much for sharing and the files
Trish
kcrazykcrafters at msn dot com

Kathy Rogers said...

What a great album, I an see why its one of your favourites.

iluv2scrap said...

Thank you for providing this wonderful word book and cut files.
PJ

Peg said...

Joy,

I love anything patriotic! Your album is just great! I have the cartridge and the DS so I may just have to make one of these! Thanks

bskt4holly said...

Stand and salute is the BEST! What a darling book.

hgjones said...

I love the clouds on todays card. Need to buy the cart.

Peggie Sue said...

WOW!!! What a project - simply amazing!!

Michelle said...

The mini album is great. Thanks for sharing the cut files!

mekei said...

super wow

Amy said...

Fab word book!

Tana said...

This is amazing!!! Yet another reason why I 'need' that cartridge. :)
acaffeinatedcrafter.blogspot.com

sandyh50 said...

What a great mini album word book!

NanetteMT said...

Nice album! Looks like a lot of work...good job!

MaryJo said...

Thank you, thank you, thank you! Wow, timing on this is perfect. In 1 week we will fly to San Diego to attend our son's Marine boot camp graduation. This will be perfect for the photos. Thanks for sharing :)

MaryJo
dnestrud@yahoo.com

Debbie said...

this album is so lovely, i do not have this cart but it makes me want to go out and get,but maybe i can find some substitutes
upnurse at aol dot com

Angie said...

This is awesome! So ready for the 4th!

Suzanne said...

OMG! I love your mini album! You did an awesome job with the lettering and embellishments! Thank you for sharing :)

Suzanne
suzwatanabe@yahoo.com

Liz said...

Beautiful mini album. I have this cart but have never used it to it's full potential. Great work !!

lizabratt@comcast.net
www.tryin2craft.blogspot.com

kim.mom said...

I LOVE this patriotic album!!!!

The Furniture Queen said...

Super cute, However I think this is a little advanced for me. But, I will so give this a try!

Kim said...

This is just the coolest Patriotic mini scrapbook :)
~Kim

Peg Toth said...

WOW! That's such a neat idea. I got the Stand and Salute cartridge last summer and have used it only once. Now I have more ideas. Thanks.

alwayscharlie said...

This mini is terrific!!

Sara said...

What a great mini-albus. Thanks so much for sharing the files!

Victoria said...

Really pretty, I like using the frame for the journaling area. TFS

Donna Sue said...

Love this album--I will have to try something like this!

Melinda AKA medialady said...

Wow! This is an amazing project!

Samantha J Designs (Wife2TJ) said...

LOVE this mini album!!! :-)aft

Cathy said...

I love the stand and salute word book, how patriotic!\mexicopetshop at hotmail dot com

Hee Jin R said...

Great idea!

Shannon said...

Oh my goodness! Soooo cute, gotta scraplift it!

Shannon said...

Oh my goodness! Sooo cute.

Dinah said...

I've never made a chipboard album, but this one is super cute. I can't use cut files. Can I make a suggestion? Maybe do a week or so of posts using only the basic cartridge that came with cricut? I'm sure a lot can be done with just basic shapes. Lots of us (like me) only have one or two cartridges, so we can't make most of this stuff. I'm jealous of all you that can :)

Pamela Jaramillo said...

Thanks for the cut file on this project. This is a great mini-album, and a timeless piece of work. You got the best ideas and you descriptions are clear. Way to go!

Jessica said...

Really loving the Word Book! Thanks for the opp! ;)

Anonymous said...

Thanks for the chance to win, need new cartridges, don't have many. Madie

Cheryl Winget said...

Great mini album. Love the bright colors and fun cuts. TFS

Roenick said...

I need that paper!! Love the mini album. It's a great gift and idea for kids to make at parties.

Eva said...

love love love your mini album, thanks for the inspiration.

Sandy S. said...

Love your patriotic book!

Sandy
http://thecraftycreationspot.blogspot.com/

nativetexangirl said...

That is the cutest mini album! Love it! Thank you for the chance to win a great prize and thanks for sharing the files.
Donna

Newbie2crafting said...

I love your mini album. Its so beautiful. Your so very talented with paper! Thanks so much for the inspiration. I can't wait to buy this cart now!

Dana
Danascraftycorner.blogspot.com

J said...

I absolutely love the firecrackers they are so fun!

joydee1963 said...

I am a follower! great album!!! joydee1963 at yahoo dot com

amber said...

going to try this but make a Canada book, lol!

crystal said...

I would have never thought to make a 4th of July card!!! LOVE IT!!!!

Barbara said...

I love this album. I downloaded the file but when I try to cut it; it says I don't have permission to use. I have the Stand & Salute loaded to my gypsy; but does it use another cartiridge? Please advice! I think this is such a cute book!!!

Anonymous said...

Love the mini album! So many great ideas!

JoAnne said...

Great little book. Love the skinny cuts.

Eiry said...

I have just bought the Cricut Expression 2 Anniversary Edition and I am a complete Cricut Virgin! I am so looking forward to all the possibilities this machine can give me! So I had to join this blog for help and inspiration.
I just need time to have a look around now!

Cousin Di said...

I have just gotten a cricut and can't wait to start being creative with all of these neat cartridges! This site will help me a lot. Thanks

Denise Gifford said...

Such a beautiful mini album.

I just finished a mini album for our principal of our school who is moving to another school.

Used Every Day Paper Dolls, and My Community.

He was impressed!

Have a great day!

Debbie B said...

Love the patriotic designs!

Cricutman said...

Wow Love this great Job thanks for the share!

~VIRGINIA~ said...

I just found this blog by accident. And I fell in love with it. I have a cricut expression and still don't know just what all to do with it. But I see here I can get loads of ideas. Thanks so much for the inspiration. Hugs Virginia

~VIRGINIA~ said...
This comment has been removed by the author.
SapphireGyrl said...

I love this album. I have the cutest pic of my husband and youngest daughter from when he got back from Iraq that would be perfect for this album, along with our other Marine Corps and Air Force pics.

Kathie Spradling said...

Beautiful mini-album. Such a beautiful tribute to our great country. Thanks for sharing. Also, thanks for the software files and another prize giveaway. You are awesome!

Edwina said...

Love the red, white and blue! These designs are great! Thanks for sharing.

The Antonich's said...

Mini albums are so d0-able. LOVE them. Love the giveaway to!

maxmsa said...

This mini album is really awesome . looove it.

kk said...

thanks sooo much for the ideas!!! love it!!

Liz in MO said...

I love this, may have to try it. Thanks for sharing

morningcook said...

mini are albums are the best!

morningcook said...

mini are albums are the best!

Gingercopen said...

Loved the one pic I saw of the mini-album but all the other pics had a warning exclamation point triangle in them! Don't know what happened?

Anonymous said...

Hi Joy, What a wonderful BIG mini project. I can't wait to get mine started.

Thank You!

Rosa Perez
hernan1748@aol.com

Anonymous said...

I love these mini albums. Can't wait to give it a try

QueenofQ1 said...

I am so excited because I am waiting for the Stand and Salute cartridge to arrive! I love your mini-album!

Kathy in S. Carolina

hookedonscrapping said...

What a beautiful little album.

hookedonscrapping said...
This comment has been removed by the author.
Nancy said...

I love making mini albums for gifts. Everyine seems to love them,

Anonymous said...

Love the colors &. All the cuts, great together!

Alaska mom of 6 :)

mom of 2 gurlz said...

Dear Joy, I am still not sure how to get my comment under the freebie Tis the Season cartridge...I watched your you tube blog, also:) Anyway, I am new to this scrapbooking/card world and I just upgraded my original cricut to the
Expression and your site has really helped me alot!! Thank you for all that you do to help us all!!

Pam W said...

Would love to win this! I need to expand my inventory as I only have one cartridge.,
Thanks for the opportunity to enter!

Cindy Sews said...

I love mini albums! Thanks!

Christine said...

This card is great. Perfect for Memorial weekend which by the way is just around the corner

Kristyn's Kreations said...

I have been contemplating getting this cartridge but now that I have seen all the great inspiration you got from it I will definitely pick it up. Thanks

DESPINA said...

I follow via GFC as deb_oro
Great project!!

DESPINA
deb_oro@yahoo.gr

Katharine shields said...

The items your two create and think up are amazing and very creative. You always seem to inspire me to take on bigger projects. Thank you.

edie said...

absolutely adorable album

christine rios said...

Love it! I need more time!!! i wish i had the time to do all the creative projects I see here! one day...one day...

«Oldest ‹Older   201 – 349 of 349   Newer› Newest»

LinkWithin

Blog Widget by LinkWithin
 
Blog Design By: Sherbet Blossom Designs