Tuesday, April 20, 2010

WILD ABOUT U Cricut Retreat!

Hello Everyone!  Wow, what a busy week I had!!  I was neck deep in getting ready for my WILD ABOUT U Cricut Retreat when all of a sudden I decided to apply (and got) a part time job as a demonstrator for Provocraft!  There was tons of paperwork, notarized I-9 and yes, a drug test to be done... but I also got all this done too:

WELCOME TREATS

Everyone got black & zebra cardstock from GLITZ, a little black bucket filled with several goodies and a nametag made from PLANTIN SCHOOLBOOK.

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I am guest designer over at THE BUG BYTES today. I made a video on how to make these nametags with either the cricut OR the gypsy... and yes, those with the baby bug can make this project too! Click HERE to see it!

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Water Bottle Flavor Pouches

Made with the TAGS, BAGS, BOXES & MORE cartridge (you better get it before they run out... it's retiring!). I used the door hanger image (7") with the mirror image feature. Folded it in half to form the pocket.

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Cut 2"x10" strips of coordinating cardstock to wrap around the water bottles.

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Cuttlebugged the pink cardstock with the PAISLEY embossing folder... love that one!

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Welded the word WILD using the DON JUAN font on my Gypsy.

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And that cute little strawberry is from HELLO KITTY GREETINGS!

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The flavor pouch tucked inside is a Crystal Light WILD Strawberry that is good for ENERGY! Perfect for all my guests at a cricut retreat. These were waiting on their desks when they woke up on Saturday morning.

Speaking of those guests... please say "HELLO" to one of the best groups I have ever had the pleasure to crop with!


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and of course, my crazy bff... Angela (Creative Critter) Firefly

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Thanks for stopping by today!  You know I appreciate each and every one of you!  I got several emails from those of you who have applied for the PC Demonstrator Job (CONGRATULATIONS!)  and  I promise to answer everyone today... I'm still playing 'catch up' on my very long to-do list!  Thanks for understanding!  I am so excited about the training in Chicago!  But, before I can loose all control, I must get ready for my FAB FRIDAY TV post over on the CUTTLEBUG CHALLENGE BLOG among all the posts I have planned for my own personal blog!  Okay... okay... it's gonna be another busy week!  So, what's new?  :-)

Take care everyone!

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Tammy

31 comments:

txbluiz said...

Congrats on the job!! Looks like everyone had a great time at the crop! Wish I lived closer!

Lisa said...

Looks like an awesome crop!!! I love all the animal prints, and the bottles of water gift tags you made..so cute!!!! I'm so excited about your gig as a demonstrator. The store that gets you have no idea how lucky they are!!!!! Can't wait to see your video, and posts!!

Take care Tammy, and lot's of crafty hugs!!!
Lisa Sturgill :)

mekei said...

marked this blog post for super creative ideas!

Jeanette T. said...

Congrats on your new job!! Looks like great fun. Why don't you come to miami Florida and have a crop night? I have plenty of ladies who would attend. lol ;)

ShawnfromMN said...

Great projects = great fun!!

Ohhh Snap said...

Your retreats always look like they would be so much fun to attend!

JanaZ said...

Such adorable goodies! I know everyone just loved them.

Congratulations on your new job...you will have them lined up at the door...ready for your demo!

Looking forward to the retreat in two weeks. It's my very first and though I am nervous about the long drive, I am ever so excited to learn lots of new stuff!

Theresa said...

Congrats on the job! I'm sure you'll love it! I also love how you put attention to detail at your retreats with all the little extras (ie. water bottles, snacks...)I tell ya...if I lived closer I would sooo be there! TFS! Have a great day!
(scrapper1969)

~BridgetL~ said...

congrats on the Cricut Demo job. You will be super fantastic at it.
Love your goodies you made for your retreat :)

4kids4 said...

I'm betting that your retreats are a blast....wanna come north and do a few here???

Sandy from Ukiah said...

Wish I lived close enough so I could come to one of your crops.. looks like everyone had so much fun....

Kimberly said...

What a fun retreat! You do such a good job on all your awesome treats and stuff. So, so cute! Congratulations on the the new job, and good luck!

Anonymous said...

Congrats on the new job:) loved all the little cute details you used for the retreat. It really looked like it was fun. I wish you would do some classes in LA :) lol. Thanks for sharing.
Monica L.
monita23@ca.rr.com

MotherMonkee said...

Wow! You really outdid yourself, I love the water bottle/ Crystal Light idea!! So, are you coming out to TN anytime soon? I could definitely get a group together for a Cricut Crop!! OR maybe a road trip is in order!!

IMAPHI said...

OOOHHHH!!! Seeing all the fun stuff makes me even more excited about the retreat in two weeks! Cannot wait to hang out with you again!

Charlene said...

Hi Tammy, I saw your video over on the Bug Bytes site. I noticed you had some sort of guide in the top of your Cricut machine. Could you share what this is? It was hard to see exactly in the video.
Thanks!!
SouthernMrs
at cox dot net

DoriG said...

WOW! I'm constantly amazed at all your energy and creativity. Congrats on the Demo job. And I want to live near you so that I can come to your retreats! They look like SO MUCH FUN!

Dakota Bear said...

Congrats on your new parttime job.

Sheila aka SassyLady said...

Tammy, how do we find out more about your upcoming retreats?

~JulieH~ said...

Congratulations on the job! I love your work!
Juliexx

Marty said...

You're sure one busy lady, don't know how you do it. Wish I could bottle your energy. The bottles and bags are really cute wish I wasn't so far away from Texas.

Angie said...

love, love, love the water bottle mix holder idea. Love it!

Tracy said...

I loved the water bottles! Maybe that is how I need to "trick" myself into drinking more water. LOL

My Creative Time said...

WOW, your projects were GREAT!! It looks like everybody had a BLAST!!!
hugs,
Emma:)

My Creative Time said...

ALSO, CONGRATS on your new position!! whoohooo!! I checked to see if there were any stores in my area, but there were none:( big bummer!! YOU are going to do GREAT!! I wish I lived somewhere near you so I can see you in action!!:)
Big Congrats hugs,
Emma:)

Kate said...

Congratulations on the Job. Exciting things.

Amy said...

These are great! It looks like a good time was had by all.
Again, congrats!

Clare said...

Tammy, you always do amazing work on your retreats! I can truly say that it is so very much appreciated!! I love how much of your time and talent you offer at each retreat.
You are such an amazing woman with so many talents.
Can't wait for my next retreat with you in August!
Love ya!
Clare

meg said...

Hi Tammy,

I'm happy trouble with the end cap feature on Plantin with my gypsy.

I'm typing Boston 2009 and when I view it on my screen, and when I print it, There are spaces in between all the letters. I've checked the kerning and it's set at zero.

Also, how do I create a shadow for a tag with a space (between the word Boston and 2009)? When I press space I get no cut marks at the top.

Would you email me if you get a chance. I know you're swamped, so it can even be after you come home from Chicago.

Have a great trip and congrats on the new position!

Meg

Lisa said...

These are AWESOME!!! Congrats on the new job.

Katrina said...

I like this very much! Looks like your cropb was allot of fun!