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    Dec 06, 2016

    Sneak Peeks Day 2 – Hug a Cactus Today!

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    Good morning, crafty friends! We’re continuing sneak peeks of our Valentine themed December Release and today we’re hugging a cactus, learning about the birds and the bees (get your mind out of the gutter!), checking out what hearts would say if they could talk, and climbing “ALL ABOARD” the love train! All of the new products will be available for purchase at the TE webstore beginning on Thursday, December 8th at 7am PST! So buckle up and let’s get started!

    First, I want to remind everyone about our special offer to earn double crafty points when you purchase the Floating Hearts Cutting Plate! Full details are below:

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    For a limited time, earn DOUBLE CRAFTY POINTS on the Floating Hearts Cutting Plate! If you’re not a Crafty Points member, it’s free and easy to join. Just create an account at the TE webstore and you’re automatically enrolled to begin earning crafty points with every purchase. You’ll earn 48 Crafty Points on the purchase of the TE Web Store exclusive Floating Hearts Cutting Plate!

    Offer valid on qualifying purchases made between 7am PST on Thursday, December 8 and 11:59 pm CST on Sunday, December 11, 2016 and only while supplies last. Crafty Points are only available on purchases made via our retail webstore, www.tayloredexpressions.com.

    So now let’s get started with the sweet little cactus you ever did meet. He’s a hugger!

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    Jen Shults created these adorable little treat holders to hold a Ghirardelli Square (having a hard time thinking of a better treat than that!) and adorned them with the cute little cactus! Wouldn’t these be great for coworker or classroom Valentines?

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    Lookin’ Sharp Stamp & Die Combo
    Stitched Circle Stacklets
    Stitched Banner Stacklets
    TE Premium Cardstock – Lollipop
    TE Premium Cardstock – Earl Grey
    TE Premium Cardstock – Sugar Cube
    TE 6×6 Paper Pack – Rainbow Brights
    TE Premium Ink – Oreo – Full Pad
    VersaMark – Watermark Stamp Pad
    Zing! Embossing Powder – White Opaque
    1/16″ Foam Tape
    Copic Markers
    1/4″ Sticky Tape
    InLinkz.com


    As promised, we also have the Birds & the Bees! Don’t worry, this won’t be one of those awkward conversations… it’s just the cutest little birds and bees you’ve ever seen!

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    Once again, designer Jen Shults, worked her magic by combining the cute little birds with our On a Limb & On a Limb leaves to create this lovey-dovey card. And she’s showing off the amazing blend-ability of our specially formulated ink on her sponged backdrop!

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    The Birds & The Bees
    The Birds & The Bees Dies
    On a Limb – Branches
    On a Limb – Leaves
    Stitched Circle Stacklets
    Stitched Rectangle Stacklets
    Heart Stacklets
    TE Premium Cardstock – Toffee
    TE Premium Cardstock – Sprinkles
    TE Premium Cardstock – Chocolate Truffle
    TE Premium Cardstock – Sweet Basil
    TE Premium Cardstock – Sugar Cube
    TE Premium Ink – Oreo – Full Pad
    TE Premium Ink – Sprinkles – Full Pad
    TE Premium Ink – Strawberry Milkshake – Full Pad
    TE Premium Ink – Candy Corn – Full Pad
    TE Premium Ink – Potato Chip – Full Pad
    Ranger Mini Ink Blending Tool
    Ranger Mini Ink Blending Foams
    Copic Markers
    1/16″ Foam Tape
    Uni-Ball Impact Gel Pen – White
    InLinkz.com


    “People all over the world, join hands, start a love train, love train!”

    (you’ll thank me later for putting those lyrics in your head!)

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    Isn’t this just the cutest card for a little boy’s birthday!? Michele Boyer got creative with the fold in order to create more space for the train to rumble through town. And of course her gorgeous coloring brings the whole card up a notch!

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    Next, we have a fun addition to our popular If _____ Could Talk series! Joining balloons, turkeys, bunnies, and more, we’re discovering what HEARTS would say if they could talk. But really, the faces steal the show for me!

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    Keia’s adorable card also showcases the Stroke of Genius – Valentine set that was featured yesterday and I love how she foiled some of the hearts in the background!

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    Stroke of Genius Valentine
    If Hearts Could Talk Stamp & Die Combo
    TE Premium Cardstock – Sugar Cube
    TE Premium Vellum
    TE Premium Cardstock – Metallic Neutrals
    Copic Markers
    TE Premium Ink – Oreo – Full Pad
    TE Premium Ink – Cherry Pop – Full Pad
    TE Premium Ink – Cupcake – Full Pad
    TE Premium Ink – Strawberry Milkshake – Full Pad
    TE Premium Ink – Lollipop – Full Pad
    Deco Foil Transfer Sheet – Red
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    We’re also adding to another popular series (dies this time!) with our Roly Poly – Monkey die and a sentiment set to cover occasions for many of our Roly Poly critters!

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    Designer Kerri Michaud paired the Roly Poly – Monkey with our Leafy Vine Cutting Plate to create this jungle-rific scene perfect for any child’s birthday. Just take out the hair bow to make it boy-appropriate!

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    Roly Poly Sentiments
    Roly Poly – Monkey
    Stitched Circle Stacklets
    Stitched Heart Stacklets
    Leafy Vine Cutting Plate
    TE Premium Cardstock – Peapod
    TE Premium Cardstock – Sweet Basil
    TE Premium Cardstock – Chocolate Truffle
    TE Premium Cardstock – Cupcake
    TE Premium Cardstock – Cherry Pop
    TE Premium Cardstock – Buttercream Frosting
    TE Premium Cardstock – Potato Chip
    TE Premium Ink – Chocolate Truffle – Full Pad
    1/8″ Foam Tape
    InLinkz.com


    And Jean Manis shows us how the Roly Poly Sentiments stamps can be used with our previously released Roly Poly – Panda to create this super cute treat holder:

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    Roly Poly Sentiments
    Roly Poly – Panda
    Tuck & Close Notecard
    Stitched Circle Stacklets
    Stitched Heart Stacklets
    TE Premium Ink – Oreo – Full Pad
    Chalkstock
    TE Premium Cardstock – Earl Grey
    TE Premium Cardstock – Sugar Cube
    TE Premium Cardstock – Cupcake
    TE Premium Cardstock – Strawberry Milkshake
    InLinkz.com

    Last on the feature list for today is this A-Maze-ing stamp set, great on cards as Keia will show us below, but also perfect for classroom treats with a heart-shaped maze that actually works!

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    Keia’s card shows us a creative way to incorporate the heart maze into a card. I love her little heart shaker pocket! Note: the heart maze can be quickly and easily die cut with both the previously released Heart Stacklets & Stitched Heart Stacklets.

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    You Amaze Me
    Stitched Heart Stacklets
    Frame in Frame Cutting Plate
    TE Premium Vellum
    TE Premium Cardstock – Sugar Cube
    TE Premium Cardstock – Oreo
    TE Premium Cardstock – Lollipop
    TE Premium Ink – Oreo – Full Pad
    VersaMark – Watermark Stamp Pad
    Embossing Folder – Loopy Loops
    TE Sequins – Snow Flurries
    TE Sequins – Sweetheart
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    I have another Question of the Day today which means another chance to win it before you can buy it! Just leave a comment with your answer for a chance to win!

    Today I’m giving away the Lookin’ Sharp Stamp & Die Combo!

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    Leave your comment before Wednesday, December 7th at 11:59pm PST. One entry per person. Each comment will also be entered into our Grand Prize drawing for a $50 gift certificate! Winners will be chosen at random and announced on Thursday, December 8th, 2016.

    Our fabulous creative team has more inspiring projects to share with you using today’s featured products so make sure you click below and visit their blogs!

    Gayatri Murali
    Jean Manis
    Jen Shults
    Keia Shipp-Smith
    Kerri Michaud
    Kim Singdahlsen
    Melody Rupple
    Michele Boyer
    InLinkz.com


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