Hi all!! I am so very excited!! Today, I had the honor of making the sign that will be hanging in my local Michaels Dept Store for Military Discount Day!! Here
are some photos I took before it went up!!




Hi all!! I am so very excited!! Today, I had the honor of making the sign that will be hanging in my local Michaels Dept Store for Military Discount Day!! Here
are some photos I took before it went up!!
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Hi All!! Just wanted to let you know there is a new coupon for 15% off your entire order at Cre-8-tive Instincts! Just go to http://shop.cre8tiveinstincts.com/main.sc, complete your shopping, and at checkout enter code "MEMORIAL" to receive 15% off your entire purchase!! You can even get the new eCraft machine that is releasing in early July for under $221, you won't find that price anywhere else! so hurry over, and place your pre-order to reserve your machine. Remember, its always free shipping at Cre-8-tive Instincts!! So get to shopping, and always remember to have fun while doing it!
P.S.
Coupon expires 06/01/2010
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Hi everyone, I finally recieved my new camera, so I can post some pictures now hopefully! I am still learning it, sometimes I dislike it, sometimes I love it, but hopwfully in the end I will absolutely love it! I guess I am just used to working my old camera! Maybe one day I will be able to use it again, if I could just find that darn battery charger!
Anyways, I have been meaning to do this project for awhile, but never found the time, especially taking care of 3 babies and a pre-teen. I can't decide which one drives me crazier, pre-teen or babies??? Hmmmmm....very hard decision! My mom has been here to help since I had surgery, and I am very limited to what I can do for weeks, so, I decided to do what I have been putting off for so long! So here it is, I call it the Crafter's Wall Organizer! It came out so good, I am now selling these, so if your interested in purchasing one or more of this awesome organizer, just go to my website http://www.cre8tiveinstincts.com/ and click on the "online store" button at the top of the page! Also, if you order 2 or more, you will receive a discounted price! I will also customize yours to your liking. You coose the colors, and I can even add your name, or any other customizations you might have in mind! Eventually I will be adding my blog name/buisness name to mine, and I will post the finished project once its finished. I haven't finished because I am restricted from driving, so therfore I cannot get to Michaels to get what I need to finish. (sigh) But come Monday, Michaels here I come!!! If interested, they are also available in my Etsy, Ebay, and iOffer stores. You can get to these stores by clicking the links below:
http://www.etsy.com/shop/Cre8tiveInstincts
http://stores.ebay.com/Cre-8-tive-Instincts
http://cre8tiveinstincts.ioffer.com/
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Hi everyone!! Sorry its been awhile, but I have had alot going on. I just came home from the hospital due to surgery, so as I write this I am a bit groggy, so please excuse my sloppiness (if there is any). =) I have some projects to be posted, but have yet to find my lost/missing camera battery charger to load them with. So with that said, I am awaiting my new camera to get here!! I will post them once I have figured out how to use this new camera!! There is a new coupon up at cre8tiveinstincts.com!! Go ahead and check it out!! Remember, most items are always "free shipping" !! Plus you can still recieve a free dust cover with the purchase of any new eCraft machine!! They will be availabe and ready to ship in JUNE!! So don't wait Pre-Order yours today!! You won't be disappointed with this machine!! And if you have any questions at all, don't hesitate to ask me as I will be glad to help you out in any way possible!! I hope everyone is doing wonderful, and I will be back soon!! XXX HUGS XXX
Ashley
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Hi everyone!! A couple days ago, I stumbled upon a site called swap-bot. I browsed around a bit, and then I signed up for an account. The best part is, its free!! Maybe some of you have heard of it before and others have not. This site is really cool because it involves swapping of all sorts of things!! EVEN SCRAPBOOKING AND CRAFT ITEMS!!! Needless to say, I did not sign up for the huge stuffed envelope one, but rather the new in home buisness owner networking swap. I figured that one would be pretty fun to try for the first time. I met a bunch of wonderful people in this swap and hopefull opened some new doors as well!!
Here is a bit about the site:
Do you like sending and receiving snail mail? Do you like writing letters, making crafts, or putting together fun packages? You should try swapping! Swap-bot is a online service that organizes group swaps within a community of creative individuals. Swap-bot takes the hassle out of participating in group swaps by organizing all of the participant information and doing all of the partner assignments. On Swap-bot, you can host swaps, join swaps, and chat with other swappers from all over the world. Give it a try! Your guaranteed to have a blast!!
Here is the website:
http://www.swap-bot.com/
As a part of my swapping rules, I want to share with you the wonderful individuals I met through this particular swap.
Marni sells avon, and can definitely get you some great deals!! She has lots of great discounts available, and will always try to get you the best deal!! She has been in this buisness for about 15 years. To order from Marni, just click the link below:
www.youravon.com/msultanof
Up next is Michele. She owns her own buisness, and specializes in beads, crystals, european glass beads, gemstones and other great finds from around the globe! She also indulges in selling vintage items as well! She is well worth a peek if you have time!! I know I loved taking a look at what she has to offer. You can find her at the links below:
http://www.creativebebe.etsy.com/
http://www.creativebebe.typepad.com/
www.flickr.com/people/creativebebe/
Also in the buisness is Agnetha. She is from Sweden. What started as a hobby for her, ended up taking her into buisness ownership! She is an educated dressmaker and loves to sew. She also sews baby clothes up to childrens clothes (newborn to 7 years of age). She also specializes in bibs, beanies, and is now recently started her own collection of a clothing line. She will be putting them up for sale soon. I went to her website and I love, love, love her work!! If you are interested intaking a look at her wonderful items, click the links below:
http://www.meandmommy.se/
www.meandmommy.se/webshop
http://www.meandmommyse.blogspot.com/
Next up is Nancy. She as well sales Avon, and has been in the buisness for 2 years now!! She is a very sweet and wonderful women. She as well as many awesome deals and specials!! Whatever your needs are she will get it done for you, and at the best deal possible!! She can provide you with one-on-one consultations, fundraisers, online sales as an e-rep, parties, and recruitment oppertunities!! If you would like to veiw Nancy's website, just click the link below:
www.youravon.com/nancyhess
And last, but surely not least, we have Elizabeth. She is in the buisness of making one of a kind jewelry for one of a kind women! She does absolutely gorgeous work! Please feel free to drop by her sights and check out her awesome talent! If you would like to visit Elizabeths websites, click the links below:
http://elizabethmd.etsy.com/
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/pages/Elizabeth-M-designs/62649717646
http://www.twitter.com/ElizabethMD
http://elizabethmdesigns.blogspot.com/
I had a wonderful time meeting these wonderful women, and learning about what they do!! Thanks to all of you who support us in what we do!! We wouldn't be a buisness without our fans!! Yep thats you!! I hope you check out the site, and have lots of fun swapping!!
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*** SPECIAL!!! *** For a Limited Time only, Recieve a "FREE" Dust Cover Coupon when you Pre-Order the new Cricut Cake Machine or any of the new Ecraft Machines. You will recieve a free dust cover coupon, redeemable anytime, with no expiration date, and 4 fabric choices to choose from. The cover will be made to fit your Cricut Cake Machine or your eCraft Machine, or both if you pre-order both. Yep, thats right, if you pre-order both machines, you will recieve a dust cover coupon for each machine. Your dust cover coupon will be shipped to you with your machine. This is only running for a limited time, so hurry over to http://www.cre8tiveinstincts.com/ and pre-order your machine today!!
XXX~HUGS~XXX
Posted by Ashley at 9:00 PM 0 comments
Some of you were haveing trouble with the shopping cart on PayPal. I have fixed the issue and it is now up and running perfectly!! Thanks for everyones support in my new launch!! Remeber if you hve any questions, or any issues, please let me know!!
XXX~HUGS~XXX
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Hi everyone!! Its been awhile, but I have been really busy at work creating my new online store and website!! I'm soooo excited, and I hope you all are too!! It has been in the works for some time now and I finally think its time to LAUNCH!!!! Whoo hoo!! You can all check it out at:
http://www.cre8tiveinstincts.com/
You can get to the online store by clicking at the top of the page where it is labeled "online store", or you can just click the link below to be taken straight to the store.
http://shop.cre8tiveinstincts.com/main.sc
There is a coupon for 10% off your entire order that you can use when checking out. Just enter "Cre8" at checkout to recieve the discount!! If you experience any issues, please feel free to contact me and let me know so we can get it fixed immediately!! There are alot of new products up for pre-order on the website that are shipping in the next month or so. There will be more products added on a daily basis, so please keep checking for new items. If there is something that you would like to see offered on the website or online store, please feel free to let me know, and we will see what we can get going for all of you!! Also, to celebrate our online launch, for a limited time, all products SHIP FOR FREE (US only)!! I hope you all enjoy the new site, and all your support, comments, and suggestions are greatly appreciated!! I hope you all have a wonderful Valentines Day!! Take care!! ~Ashley
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Hi everyone. I just wanted to take a moment and let everyone know that the DCWV 12 x 12 Valentines stack has arrived and is ready to be shipped. For all of you who have already pre-ordered, your item will ship immediately!! If you haven't had the chance to order one, you still have time to get one for yourself. These stacks are not being sold in stores, and are limited editions. All you need to do is click on the "buy now" button at the top of the page, and you will be linked to paypal to complete your order. You do not have to have a paypal account to order one. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Thanks everyone and I hope you all have a wonderful day!!
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Wow!!! That was rough!!! Sorry it took forever, but I think I have it figured out!! Hopefully it won't take this long next time...lol!!!
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Hey all!! I am having issues with my video uploads. I am working on getting the video up as soon as possible. Thanks for being patient!! Im a newbie at the video upload thingy...lol.
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Hey All!!! Yep you heard it right!! You can have a chance to win a FREE Cricut Cartridge! Provo Craft is giving away TWENTY ( Thats 20 ) free cartridges over the next 5 weeks in celebration of the creation of their 100th cartridge. The first week they are giving away Winter Woodland!!! For more information, please click the link below:
http://www.cricut.com/shopping/ProductDetails.aspx?id=361&s=1&sc=2
Posted by Ashley at 12:40 AM 0 comments
Hey guys. I just cut the batman logo from my make the cut software on my cricut. I don't even have the batman cartridge. I found the logo online, saved and cut it!! Just thought I'd share!!
~Ashley~
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Hello Everyone!! I hope you all had a wonderful Holiday!! While I was looking for some much needed quiet time, I stumbled upon something really interesting. Well, I have to say its more than interesting and I am so loving it. I have done lots of research on it for the past couple of days, and have just now purchased it for myself!! So, now I get to share it with all of you!! This is brand new software that has just came out, and its called "Make-the-Cut". It has a preview download which will function fully, but will cut watermarked in your designs. I have never owned "Sure Cuts Alot", but thought about purchasing it a few months ago, but decided not too. I have been looking for a machine that will cut my designs that I imagine and create, and have found a few, but I wanted to be able to do it with cricut. Well needless to say, a couple of days ago, I stumbled upon this software!!
"Make the Cut" Software allows you to easily cut virtually any shape you can imagine (including TrueType Fonts) using your Cricut machine. Now you don't even need to purchase cartridges. It pays for itself with just the fonts alone!! You can download any font from the web, and use it immediately, and cut it with your cricut!!! With its easy-to-learn interface, the possibilities are endless. Its even easier than "Sure Cuts Alot"!! Now you can unleash the true power of your cricut and your imagination with this program. I'll put it this way, if you can imagine it, and create it, then you can totally cut it with your cricut!! It's that easy, and oh so simple.
Here are some of the features this program offers:
-WYSIWYG Interface
-Works with the Cricut™ Expression™, Create™ and Personal™
-Automated Cricut™ Driver Installation
-Preview/Use Any SVG
-Integrated SVG Gallery (Coming Soon!)
-Work on Multiple Projects at a Time
-Choose From 3 Standard Mat Sizes
-Use Any Installed Font or Import TTF Files
-Convert Raster Images to SVG Format
-Break/Split/Layer Shapes and Edit Them
-Weld/Join Shapes Together
-Export Shapes to SVG Format or Personal Library
-Cut, Copy and Paste Shapes Between Projects
-And Much, Much More!
If you are interested in downloading the free trial version, purchasing, or just want to check out their website and read for yourself, you can do so by clicking on the links specified below:
Make~The~Cut Website Link:
http://www.regnow.com/softsell/visitor.cgi?affiliate=570479&action=site&vendor=24267
To Download A Free Full Version Trial, Click the Link Below:
http://hotdownloads.com/trialware/download/Download_MTCSetupT1.0.6.exe?item=24267-2&affiliate=570479
If you would like to buy the software you can purchase by clicking on the link below:
http://www.regnow.com/softsell/nph-softsell.cgi?item=24267-2&affiliate=570479&ss_short_order=true
I will be posting a video on it later today, so check back for more info. Take care everyone and have a wonderful afternoon!!
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