July 14 and 15: No ...
Just a reminder there is no class this week. I hope you will take some time to watch some past classes or videos. Spend an hour with your Inspiration and learn or create something.
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Floating Paper Sailboats
These cute boats would be perfect way to keep kids entertained. Race them across a pool, or out on the creek. Not only are they simple to assemble but you can create several in no time!
Say ‘Hello’ to Making Your ...
I am constantly impressed by all of the things the Inspiration Creative Cutter can do. Since taking home my very own machine I have noticed a sharp decline in what I spend on paper crafting supplies. As a Pazzles owner, have you experienced the same effect? I often go to the craft store and come home with only patterned paper because as I am looking through the embellishments I realize I can make all of them with my Inspiration. And it doesn't stop there.
Are you excited for Virtual ...
We are so excited for the first ever Pazzles Virtual Course! Check out the list of supplies that you will need for the classes—don't some of the projects look very tempting? If you haven't signed up yet, you should do so soon! August is just around the corner.
‘I Moustache You a Question’ ...
Recently, during one of Klo's Classroom Tutorials, she showed us how to create cascade cards using Inspiration Studio software. The Cascade Card cutting file was added to the Pazzles Craft Room as well. I love the 3D card and was keen to have a go myself and create a card for my husband who used to have a moustache in the early days of our marriage. Cards for men are so difficult to make and I wanted this card to have a fun element to it.
Good News For Our UK ...
Good news! We have an interim supplier to serve our customers in the United Kingdom. Until a permanent new distribution and service center is found, Sue's Handcrafted Card Supplies in Heanor, Derby, has agreed to carry a stock of supplies. Her order is shipping this week, and there are Pen Tools in with it!
Bohemian Decoupage Chest of Drawers
You can design a unique chest using as many of these cute little matchboxes as you want. For this particular project, cut and assemble 15 of them. Divide them into three groups of five, and then take each group and glue the matchboxes one on top of the other, making sure to line them up perfectly.
Window Cling plus Therm O ...
Adhesive may not come in pretty colors or patterns, but it is an important part of every project. It is, after all, the glue that holds a project together! We are so impressed by the huge variety of adhesives available from Therm-O-Web. They have thought of everything. I had the opportunity to play with and cut a few of their specialty adhesives recently and was thrilled with the outcome.
How to Use the New ...
The new Pazzles Inspiration Pen Tool has been anxiously awaited by those of us here in the Pazzles office and among our loyal customers. If you pre-ordered, rest assured that the shipping department is filling the orders as quickly as they can. If you have not ordered yet, all I can say is that the stack of pre-orders was pretty big so you will want to get your order in as soon as you can. :)
July Challenge
This month is the Surprise Me Challenge. What this means is you can do anything you want, just do something and add it to the July Challenge folder. Whether you have been meaning to create a project from scratch, or do one here from the craft room. Just do it. You will have until July 22 to get your project up. Have fun! Remember, Challenges are to get you using your machine, no matter your level of skill. The winner is chosen by random drawing, so everyone has an equal chance at the great prizes. If you haven't taken a look at the prize list in awhile, you should go here and look it over. Not sure how to post to the Pazzles Challenge Folder or any other Pazzles Album? Here are the instructions to teach you.
Cylindrical Gift Box or Decoration ...
We are going to learn how to add a top and bottom to a cylinder and turn it into a cute gift box or decoration. Don't miss the fun. Join us starting Sunday at 7pm, Monday at 5am and 1pm (all times are USA Central, Chicago Time). If you are not sure what time that is in your location, go to the World Time Conversion site to see what time you will join us. To join, simply go to Klo’s Classroom, then Enter Classroom and sign in as a guest.
Exploding Box with Party Balloons
I've seen these exploding boxes floating around the internet for years and love the element of surprise you get when opening one up. Of course I decided to give mine the Pazzles touch and add a paper bow and a surprise bouquet of balloons in the center.
Pazzles Atlanta Retreat Deadline Looming
The Pazzles Atlanta retreat is only eight weeks away! Klo and I have been planning all kinds of great lessons and projects to share with everyone. There will be lessons, games, creative time, and pampering designed to foster friendships and learning new skills. Have you signed up yet? Our registration numbers are a little low, which we feel is odd because every other retreat has sold out, and this location was chosen by popular demand! Unfortunately, the hotel requires us to have a minimum number of attendees to hold the event and keep our costs reasonable. We have until August 1 to meet those requirements so if you have been waiting, please sign up now. If you are going, please encourage your friends to join you in the fun! Come to Atlanta in September and join us to experience the famous Southern hospitality!! ~Christine and Klo Click here to find out more about the Atlanta Retreat
Happy Independence Day from Patriotic ...
Happy 4th of July to our US friends, from Pazz and all of us at Pazzles. Pazz the Pazzles elf is all decked out in his finest patriotic attire and ready to march in the Independence Day parade.
Lemonade Stand Summer Layout
An easy and adorable Lemonade Stand 12"x12" layout with an optional pop-up title!
June Challenge Winner
Congratulations to roundabout54 for winning the June Challenge. She will be choosing her prize from the list on the Challenge Page. If you haven't seen some of the amazing projects using the color palette choices for June, be sure and go to the June Challenge Folder and check them out. There are some fabulous projects and the use of color on a few of them are pretty amazing. Don't forget, all challenge winners are chosen by random drawing and all you have to do is participate to have a chance at one of the fabulous prizes.
Congrats to our friends at ...
You might have heard of Mojo Monday, card sketch blog and brainchild of Julee Tilman of Verve Stamps! (I've mentioned them in a blog before...) They are celebrating their 300th sketch, which is quite an achievement. Bravo, Mojo!
Fun Fold Card Bases Cutting ...
I'm excited to introduce you to today's collection. We've been receiving numerous requests for card bases with creative folds, and today we are answering those requests with the Fun Fold Card Bases Cutting Collection. This collection has ten different cards that you can customize any way you like.
Bottle Rocket Launcher Hostess Gift
There are many traditions we share here in the United States for Independence Day. A staple in most American families are high flying fireworks, burgers and hotdogs on the grill and a loving family to make cherished memories with. Nothing says Made in America like the love we share with family during holiday celebrations like the 4th of July.
Dingbat Crazy: June 30 and ...
No, I'm not talking about your next door neighbor, sister or friend *smile, I'm talking about those wonderful fonts out there that are images instead of letters when you type them out. I will show you some fun and creative ways to use these. Join us starting Sunday at 7pm, Monday at 5am and 1pm (all times are USA Central, Chicago Time). If you are not sure what time that is in your location, go to the World Time Conversion site to see what time you will join us. To join, simply go to Klo’s Classroom, then Enter Classroom and sign in as a guest.
Replacing the Cut Strip on ...
Is the cut strip on your Inspiration ready to be replaced? Often times I’m asked the purpose of the cutting strip and what function it serves for the Inspiration. If you’re in need of replacing it, you’ll know exactly why purchasing a new cutting strip is so important.
Design Team June Challenge Projects
Today we have some fabulous June Challenge projects by the Design Team. We've extended the challenge deadline to Friday, June 28, 2013 so you still have time to play along if you would like. For June's challenge we are playing with colors. Choose from four unique color palettes and create a project within the color range.
Announcing Pazzles Southwest Retreat for ...
Join us for a fun- and educational weekend in San Diego/La Jolla, California, where Klo and I will teach you all kinds of amazing techniques that you can do with your Pazzles Inspiration. There will be projects, goody bags, and door prizes galore. There will also be plenty of time to relax and indulge in all the luxuries that San Diego and La Jolla have to offer!
Maintain Your Creative Cutter for ...
I am often asked advice on how to best take care of the Inspiration Electronic Cutter. It is, after all, not only a beautiful machine to look at but an amazing tool that helps us create wonderful things. In order to be able to create on a moment's notice, the Inspiration should be maintained for top performance. Today's video will show you the do's and don'ts of maintaining your machine.