Chip the Horse

I posted my first project to the Team KNK website.  It is a 7 layer chipboard horse 'statue'.  I can't say that I've mastered chipboard yet, but I have come a long way.  It all started at the KNK retreat I attended in June.  Sandy helped me figure out a few things to do when working with super-thick material, but a lot of it is trial and error - adjusting, then test cutting many times until I had everything set right.  I have a few more ideas for my next project, I may just get started early....

The July Grab Bag is here!

Look at all these wonderful files in the July Grab Bag!  Wow!  And the whole lot is only $7 this month only at http://www.visualdesignsbychris.com/!
Click on the picture below to be taken directly to the store.



Summer 2011 CHA Craft SuperShow - Rosemont, IL July 21-24

I am so excited for the Summer CHA Craft SuperShow July 21-24 I can barely contain myself! I had so much fun last year, and I know it will be just as wonderful this year. I checked the list of exhibitors and I am very pleased. Now….to mark out the booths I need to visit, want to visit, just might visit……whoo hoo!

 Jessica Sprague with Elena from CharityWings.org

My friend, Jessica, after receiving the Audrey Hepburn tiara award for largest contribution to the silent auction.

Mobile blogging has been activated on cuttinupdesigns.blogspot.com.

Team KNK Announcement

I recently joined Team KNK as a Design Team Associate.  New projects will be posted on Tuesdays and Fridays.  I am looking forward to both sharing and learning.  I highly recommend all die cut crafters mark this as a favorite. 

http://www.teamknk.com/

Free File - Rocking Chair

I posted a free file on my website www.cuttinupdesigns.com.  I made this for a friend's birthday card and thought it might be worth sharing.

The file is available in AI, GSD, KNK, SVG, and WPC.

Did you know you can now purchase vinyl right here on the blog?

After several requests, I now have vinyl available for sale.  Check out the list along the right side of the page.  I have outdoor vinyl available as well as pre-cut vinyl decals.  Accepting PayPal on the blog, or credit/debit card by phone (just send me an email and we can take care of the details).  Don't see a color you're looking for?  Let me know and I can probably have it in stock within a week.

Ready for Spring!

I'm thinking of all kinds of spring things to do and make!  Even though its February, this 60 degree weather is making me thing spring. 

The mid-February VDBC newsletter has been released.  Please take a look at http://p0.vresp.com/A2inXc. 

Who would have thought it?

I cannot believe how much fun I am having giving things away!  Who would have thought it?  Certainly not my husband - who thinks I'm a craft junkie!

Celebrate VDBC's 2nd Anniversary

Visual Designs by Chris is celebrating its 2nd anniversary.  Don't miss out as there are tons of activities and giveaways all weekend long!  Visit my site to enter for Cuttin' Up Designs prizes at http://www.cuttinupdesigns.com/ and be sure to visit http://www.visualdesignsbychris.com/ for lots more goodies.  Chris put together this 'Tour Guide' http://p0.vresp.com/XTC00M so check it out!