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Holiday 2014 Kit

The day is finally here! Our coveted Holiday Kit, Christmas Cheer, is ready for viewing and looking forward to being in YOUR hands. Just take a look at all the awesome goodies you get in this kit! WOW! I especially love that little gingerbread man with 10 YARDS of bakers twine wrapped around his body. He can even be used as a template for an element on your card or make it the card itself. So many possibilities. I just couldn't resist his cuteness. ;)

Our designers have gone over the top with this kit...go take a peek in the gallery and you will see what I'm talking about. And, I couldn't go on without a mention of our awesome guest designer, Hilary Kanwischer. She was on the team a couple of years ago and I am so excited to have her return for a guest spot this month. Thank you, Hilary! She has a challenge for you all coming up in a couple of weeks and would love to have you join her. So get ready!! This will be such a fun kit!  

Purchase Holiday 2014 Kits here

Holiday Kit Last Peek

Here were are at our last peek of the Holiday Kit. I am so exxited for you to see the full reveal. It is amazing!!! Kits go on sale Monday, November 3rd at 12pm PT/3pm ET. Don't miss it! There is also a fun embellie bag up for grabs to add to your kit order. :)

Our last peek comes from designer Elizabeth Cooper. Don't you just love this lazer cut wooden shape? I love how she popped it up on some pop dots so you can see the papers through the 25. AWESOME! {there's even a sneak of her decorated envelope in the background. ;) }

And as an added bonus I wanted to add this sneak from Elizabeth as well....just so you could see a smidge of the velvet ribbon. It is lucious!! I bet you can't wait to get this in your hot little hands!

See you Monday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Holiday Sneak Peek 4

I am getting so excited for our annual holiday kit! These are very coveted and I am so glad everyone enjoys them. I'm sure your friends and family enjoy all the cards (and projects) you create with the kit, too! :) Make sure to make your calendar and set your alarms. Kits go on sale on Monday, November 3rd. The time will be a little earlier to help out of east coast friends...so make note of it....12pm PT/3pm ET. Kits will ship immediately as they are all ready to go!! You should have them in your hands before or by the weekend of the 8th. WOOOHOOO!!!

And now let's get on with the next peek from design team member, Jeni Allen. I just love that added splash of grey. And those rubons...you get an entire sheet of rubons in your kit with all kinds of christmas sayings. How Fabulous!!

Holiday Sneak Peek 3

Oh Happy Wednesday!! The week is almost over...Halloween is in 2 days and here I am showing everyone some magical peeks of the holiday kit. Yes, friends, it's time to get in the spirit and get ready for some awesome card making!

Imagine my excitement when I got THIS sneak peek in my emailbox from our guest designer, Hilary Kanwischer! I just love how she cut up the papers to make this 3D popup tree. Now I'm going to have to make one too! Isn't that the point though?? Use the designers ideas and create one yourself. I love it!

Kits go on sale on Monday, November 3rd! :)

Holiday Kit Peek 2

Yesterday's peek got us in the holiday mood...and today is no different. We are going to keep the peeks going all week long. :)

Today I'm sharing a peek of our holiday kit from design team member, Michelle Philippi. I love how she used the paper snowflake doily behind her embellie cluster. Every kit will have a snowflake doily...don't miss it. Kits go on sale Monday, November 3rd at 12pm PT/3pm ET.

 

Holiday Kit Peek 1

Hello Cardmakers!! Are you ready to get in the holiday spirit? Are you ready to get busy with your holiday cardmaking? I sure am as I always have lots and lots of cards to create for family and friends.

All of the designers are hard at work getting ready to show you another fabulous holiday kit! WOW! I am loving all the sneak peeks I am seeing so far. So let's not delay...here is our first peek from designer, Tiffany Johnson. I just love that little reindeer. {must be rudolph with that red nose. ;) }

Holiday Kits go on sale on Monday, November 3rd at 12pm PT/3pm ET. <<---note the new time. :)

We're Celebrating World Card Making Day!

We're celebrating cardmaking and all cardmakers this weekend and I can't think of a better way to jump start our creative juices than with a quick peek from DT member Heather.

She created this spectacular card mini-book and I for one can't wait to see the whole thing.

Our party is starting early and we're working behind the scenes to make this a spectacular event. Challenges, prizes and specialty items...oh my! The design team has been busy working on some new cards to showcase.

So break out all of your card supplies,  clean off your desk, grab some snacks and be sure to join us for the pre-party Friday night. Then get ready for the big party on Saturday!

Happy Cardmaking!

Meet Our Guest Designer

Give a warm welcome to our "Abundance" kit 

Guest Designer Kristen Swain

1. Tell us a little about yourself. I'm Kristen Swain, I've been scrapbooking for over 17 years now. I have always been crafty and loved the idea of incorporating crafting into paper crafts. I worked on and off for the last 16 years for various companies and was published hundreds of times.  About a year ago I decided that I needed to work for myself, so I created a website with my friend and partner Tammy. Now I create crafts of all sorts, including recipes and have such a wonderful time doing it.

2. Where do you find your inspiration? I find inspiration in colors, in patterns and sometimes in print ads. 

3. What is your favorite dessert? My favorite dessert is cake, I love that it can be made in a lot of varieties but, be so good!

4. If  you could do anything without consequences, what would it be? That's a big one! Whoa! I guess it would be something along the lines of end world hunger, get rid of the despots who take donations from wealthier countries and keep it for themselves, instead of passing those supplies on to the needy. 

5. Three words that best describe your personality. Sarcastic, loyal and introvert

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Check out Kristen's contributions with this month's kit.

Thank you Kristen for your amazingly beautiful designs. Be sure to visit Kristen at Creative Me Inspired You for additional inspiration. 

WCMD and Fall Sale!

Hello Cardmakers!
Are you ready for a fun Saturday filled with hours and hours of cardmaking?? We sure are! The design team is working on their challenges for the day (and a couple for Friday as a pre-party surprise! ;) ) and can't wait to share them with you all. Please plan to attend here on the main page. We will be posting challenges, prizes and specialty items up for sale during a special time only. We will also be participating over on our FACEBOOK PAGE so make sure to bookmark that, too!

The Fall Sale will be include some previous kits that are still available but quantities are very limited. These will all be 25% off. It's the perfect time to stock up or send someone a gift.

WCMD and Fall Sale!

Hello Cardmakers!!

World Card Making Day is coming up this Saturday, October 4th!! Are you ready for a fun Saturday filled with hours and hours of cardmaking?? We sure are! The design team is working on their challenges for the day (and a couple for Friday as a pre-party surprise! ;) ) and can't wait to share them with you. Please plan to attend here on the main page. We will be posting challenges, prizes and specialty items up for sale during the day only. We will also be participating over on our FACEBOOK PAGE so make sure to bookmark that, too! Challenge images for the day will all be posted over on our Flickr Page. Sooooooo, get your desktops and worksurfaces cleaned off and ready for the day! We are going to have a lot of fun!!

The Fall Sale will include some previous kits that are still available but quantities are very limited. These will all be 25% off....like this beauty for October and Halloween. Only 1 in stock so hurry! It's the perfect time to stockup for yourself or for a gift.

See you Saturday!!!

 

Fall 2014 Kit

Fall is coming and I simply can.not.wait! I love the crisp air in the mornings and the warm sunshine in the afternoons. Our kit this month is Abundance....overflowing with fullness!! How many of you have received a kit and once you opened it thought, "Wow!! This kit is so packed!"?? I'm sure all of you have and that's just what this kit is!! Please take a moment to look in the Fall Designer Gallery for an abundance of inspiration. Also, the designers took the sketch and everyone made a completely different card. (Funny how that works out huh?)

I've received a lot of inquiries about our new shipping method. Due to rising costs of shipping first class, we decided to try shipping our kits in a padded envelope to keep our rates at the $4 price. I'm confident that the kits arrive to you in great condition! If you would prefer your kit shipped in a box (at $4.50), please let me know by including a note when you purchase your kit.

One more thing....mark your calendars for Saturday, October 4th! It's WORLD CARD MAKING DAY and the entire CC2G design team will be having a day of fun, challenges and prizes! Plus, we will have a great sale on some new items, new mini kits and previous kits. Stayed tuned for more info.

Click here to purchase your Fall 2014 Kit

Fall Kit - Sneak Peek #5

Welcome to the last day of peeks before the big reveal on Monday! I am so excited to share not 1, not 2 but 3 peeks with you all today. I just couldn't resist! 

Here are two from our wonderful DT Member Heather. I love the paper flowers on her card and eyelets...yes, I never get tired of them. I love using them on tags. 

And since this is our Fall kit...we couldn't do a post without a Halloween sneak, right? Here is the amazing DT member Tiffany. 

This totally gets me so excited for pumpkins, orange lights and hot lattes. Bring on Fall, please! 

Well...I hope you enjoyed this week of peeks. Meet us back here on Monday, September 15th at 6:00pm/pst for kit sales and gallery reveal.

Happy creating and have a wonderful weekend!

Fall Kit - Sneak Peek #4

I am so excited to share our next peek of the upcoming Fall kit but first a quick story:)

Tuesday night, Sonda texted me and said she received designs from someone who blew it out of the water and all I wanted to say was "Show Me The Cards!" Lo and behold, this same someone emailed me a snippet of one of her designs. 

Are you ready?

Please welcome Guest Designer Kristen Swain from Creative Me Inspired You. We are so excited to have you and we can't wait to see the gallery on Monday.

Come back tomorrow for one last peek before the big reveal! 

Have a wonderful Thursday!

 

Fall Kit - Sneak Peek #3

Hey CC2G Friends - Michele here wishing you all a Happy Wednesday! 

This week just seems to be flying by, right?! Sonda's been a busy little bee not only putting together this amazing fall kit but also working two jobs. She's a go getter...that Sonda of ours.

I'm up next with a quick peek of a card that is surely becoming one of my favorites. I'm a huge fan of dimensions and use it everytime I get a chance. 

This kit is full of amazing fall colors, papers, rub-ons, embellies and more! We've got two more days of peeks coming your way! And be sure to meet us back here on Monday, September 15th. Fall kits and the gallery will go live at 6pm(PT)/9pm(ET). 

Fall Kit - Sneak Peek #1

Welcome September! The weather forecast is calling for high 90's the next few weeks but we're going to celebrate all things fall starting today!

Say hello to the first peek of the upcoming Fall CC2G kit. Join me in welcoming back DT member Michelle Philippi. We're so excited to see her beautiful cards in the gallery.

The reds, oranges, cream just gets me all giddy for fall! I love how Michelle created the layered ribbon. Looking forward to seeing the full reveal. 

Join us the rest of the week as the DT shares what they've been up to with the kit.

REMINDER: Fall kits will go on sale  Monday, September 15th. 

Have an amazing week!

Summer Kit "Gold" Challenge

Hello!

Lindsay with you today, and I am bringing you this months fun challenge....GOLD!  The latest kit, Ariana is full of lovely gold accents that work great on any card or project.  Let's check out what the design team created!!

Elizabeth


Heather

 

Jeni

 

 

Michele

 

Lindsay

I hope you will break out your kit and share what you've made using the fabulous gold products in this lovely kit over on our Flickr Page or on our Facebook Page. If you don't have a kit yet you can purchase yours here.  Thanks for stopping by today!

 

Summer 2014 Kit

Hi crafty cardmakers! It's summer and time for our coveted Summer Kit, Ariana! This kit is filled with all kinds of gold and it's only appropriate to name it for a golden life. :)

This month I asked the designers to make their cards "shine"...it was pretty easy with some many metallic elements included in the kit. Take a peek in the gallery and you will see what I mean. There is a sketch here to follow and Lindsay will be up later in the month with our monthly challenge.

Click here to purchase your Summer Kit

Hello CupCards fans!  It's Lindsay with you today, offering up a new challenge for this month.  This time around this kit is "For the Birds."  We would love to see you use those adorable bird embellishments from your kit, to create a project with birds on them.  One bird, two or more is fine!  Here are a few cards from the Design Team to get you started:

Cherry

 

Elizabeth

 

Kristii

  

Tiff

 

Lindsay

(that's me)

 
Inspiring, huh?  You can see even more in the designer gallery here. I hope you will take on the bird challenge and show us your amazing cards!  And to make it real easy I am adding a new link-up box below. Just upload your card image wherever you normally would and copy that link. Then....come over here & click the "add your link" box and paste the link in the box and click done! So easy!! Thanks for stopping in!

An InLinkz Link-up

May 2014 Kit

Good Evening Cardmaking Friends! It's time to reveal our May Kit! I am really excited to tell you all about the fun stuff we have coming up with this kit! So let's get started!!......

Devoted is just that! Devoted to all of our Mom's (and friends). And just because this kit has a "mother's day" theme, doesn't mean you can't use it for anytime of the year, including birthdays, thank yous, love you, or just because. The awesome sticker sentiments by SRM Stickers are perfect!

Take a look at what our amazing designers have come up with for this kit! Lots of birdies to tweet tweet tweet your creative time away. :) Our guest designer is Karen Zabuska!! She was the winner of our challenge last spring using the trade cards and March 2013 Kit. Remember that?? Congratulations Karen!! :) She has generously supported CupCards to go and we are so happy to have her work in our gallery this month. Take a look at what she and the other designers created in the May Designer Gallery. Our SMT has a very fun challenge coming up for the month of May, too, so make sure to participate in that. One random person will win a Maya Road Birdie mini album that coordinates with the May Kit! Woooohoooooooo!!! Need additional inspiration? Look no further than our awesome sketch gallery. Design Team Member, Tiffany, has graciously helped us out by providing our sketch this month! Those flowers make me want to go plant a garden! Aren't they cute??? ;)

Okay, okay....now on to the kit! :) As always, embellie addon kits ship FREE with your paid kit. :)
Have a great day!

Click here to purchase May 2014 Kits

 

 

Spring 2014 Kit

Spring is here!

And it really shows in our fabulous designer gallery!! Take a look at the wonderful cards these ladies have to share with you using our new spring kit, Blossom. Full of flowers and everything spring! I can't wait for you to get this kit in your hot little hands. :)  I know you can't either!! If you need a little jump start, click on over to the sketch page.

Coming up later in April, our social media team will be sharing with you our monthly challenge. Participate in the challenge and share your creations with us over on our FLICKR gallery. We really do love seeing what YOU create with the kits (and sharing them with others.)

Did you see the video snippet over on our facebook page? Fun right? ;) If you did see it then you know we are giving away 2 mini album kits to 2 random people who purchase their kit today. So don't delay...get in on that drawing. :)

Happy Spring Everyone!

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