Valentine's Day Swap

Come join in the fun at Holy Cricut with the Valentine's Day swap! I love seeing everybody's cards!!

Cricut mat oopsie.

A while ago I mentioned that my cricut mat and I had a slight falling out. And by slight I mean that I was cramming to get things done and it wasn't cooperating with me very well. Normally this wouldn't be a problem, but since I've moved to the boonies and the nearest store that carries anything even slightly crafty (read - Wally world) is 30 miles away this was very disconcerting. Then I remembered a video that I had seen online about making your mats sticky again with brake cleaner and adhesive. So I set out to try. What did I have to lose?

I sprayed the brake cleaner on my mat generously. I then began to scrape away the old goo. A couple minutes into my project I was amazed at the stuff that was coming off....Then I began to realize, not only was the goo coming off, but the white mat behind it!!

Needless to say, I think I need to perfect my technique! I read somewhere else that a plain degreaser works better than the brake cleaner. I suppose I'll try that next time...Now to find someway to recycle my old mat :)

I broke down!

I broke down and ordered myself a lil something. I've really been on the fence about it since it first debuted after reading everybody's initial thoughts and concerns but decided to finally find out for myself. Now, to just wait for it to arrive!

Holy Cricut Challenge#3

Hi guys!! I'm back, it's been a crazy holiday season to say the least. I'm glad to be getting a little more crafty time back in my schedule as I organize my new craft table that my hubby built me for Christmas. He's such a dear :)

Just in time for Holy Cricut's Challenge #3. The rules...Patterned paper, Snowman, Ribbon, and Stickles! What could be better?!! Here's what I came up with....

I haven't found the perfect picture for the frame yet, but I'm sure my daughter will be the star!
The snowman is from Doodlecharms, and oldie but a goodie!
The paper is paper studio.
Chalk, Ribbon, and Stickles....that about does it!! Now hop on over and play along!!!