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Post by TracieClaiborne on Jul 8, 2014 6:11:10 GMT
Amy Tangerine and Maggie Holmes! A huge package of 8.5x11 paper from all three designers.
My first thought was, "Is this cheaply made one-sided paper?"
I'm dying to get some but I'm afraid it will be flimsy and I'll be mad.
I'm sleepy so now I'm questioning myself on whether or not it was 8.5x11 but I'm 99% sure it was.
Has anyone bought one of those? It said, "regular $19.99 - special buy this week $5." I scrap 8.5x11 so it's fine by me but I HATE thin paper.
UPDATE: WENT BACK TODAY, 7/13, AND THE PRICE IS BACK UP TO $19.99!
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garcia5050
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Post by garcia5050 on Jul 8, 2014 6:20:04 GMT
I bookmarked for the first time! I can't get to michaels until after work tomorrow.
Are you saying that this is one paper pack with paper from all three designers? I may not care if they are thin.
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Post by TracieClaiborne on Jul 8, 2014 7:35:04 GMT
Nope. It was one HUGE package of Amy's and one HUGE package of Dear Lizzy and one HUGE package of Maggie Holmes! Like really thick package but pretty sure it was 8.5x11 unless I dreamed that part. Please tell me!
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Post by TracieClaiborne on Jul 8, 2014 7:35:25 GMT
I don't know why I didn't take a picture. I am crazy.
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Post by papercrafteradvocate on Jul 8, 2014 11:04:22 GMT
I have them,all 3 sets and they are 8-12 x 11 in size and they are one of M's hot buys (always $5).
I don't think the paper is thin--say as thin as the Recollections single sheets, but it is not heavy stuff either. I think the paper weigh is nice and has worked perfectly for what I use it for. The sheets are single sided and if I am not mistaken, all designs are portrait oriented.
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Post by woodysbetty on Jul 8, 2014 11:44:05 GMT
I have one it is one sided but the colors and weight are nice....I wanted it for cards.
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Post by crazy4scraps on Jul 8, 2014 13:19:52 GMT
I bought some too, mostly for making cards, but haven't opened the pack yet.
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Post by chimom on Jul 8, 2014 13:22:29 GMT
I also bought several. I think it's a nice weight paper. Couldn't pass up the deal even though I don't need more paper!
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Post by zishisak on Jul 8, 2014 14:15:12 GMT
I have a few packs too, the packaging says "medium weight paper."
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garcia5050
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Post by garcia5050 on Jul 8, 2014 14:47:40 GMT
That does sound really nice for cards. I will definitely be going after work. Hope there is plenty.
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Post by zinnia on Jul 8, 2014 14:53:09 GMT
I bought it, it is a really nice weight, heavier then the paper pads. I use it for layering, and fussy cutting for embellishments. I bought 3 different packages. I thought it was a really good buy.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 8, 2014 14:55:09 GMT
It is one-sided but really nice weight paper! Not thin at all.
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Post by scrapcat on Jul 8, 2014 15:29:12 GMT
dang! I shouldn't have opened this thread. But thinking something like that would be good for my typewriter and Silhouette Portrait. Thanks! (i think?!)
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Post by naby64 on Jul 8, 2014 15:55:32 GMT
I have mixed it with paper from the collections. You really can't tell the difference in the weights. It spans collections and grabs some of the newest designs in there. It helps to know that I have only spent $5 and have 3 sheets of the same paper in one package. Makes it much easier to cut it apart and use up some of my fave designs.
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Post by PaperAngel on Jul 8, 2014 16:02:56 GMT
These 8.5x11 "Best Of" slabs from American Craft brands (e.g. Crate Paper, Amy Tangerine, Maggie Holmes, Dear Lizzy) have been featured as the "Hot Buy" at our local Michael's for months. Although I've not purchased, a friend who scraps traditional 8.5x11 layouts bought several & prefers the one-sided medium-weight patterned papers (to the usual double-sided, cardstock-weight 12x12 sheets she had to cut down)! HTH
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Post by Nicole in TX on Jul 8, 2014 19:57:27 GMT
I saw that yesterday but swear it was marked $19.99, which I was not paying.
I got P.O.ed in Michael's yesterday. The stuff that is marked on sale rings up at the regular price, and the stuff that is not marked on sale that I am planning on using a coupon on rings up on sale.
I got into it with the cashier when she tried to tell me Cricut manufacturers Silhouette merchandise. I thought both manufacturers would be amused to learn that information!
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Post by TracieClaiborne on Jul 8, 2014 20:36:47 GMT
Thanks guys!!!!! I'm gonna go to Michaels in a minute and get all three!!!!
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Post by LovMelrose on Jul 8, 2014 21:34:40 GMT
I just picked up 3. Looks well worth 5 bucks.
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Post by TracieClaiborne on Jul 9, 2014 3:11:39 GMT
I just went and got all three! Yay!!!! I'm going to split them into three packs with one sheet each and my two friends are taking one. I just don't need three of each design but I will enjoy having one. Here they are if someone wants to see them...  |
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Post by mommamoonrn on Jul 9, 2014 3:45:04 GMT
It is 5.oo right now, but last week it was 14.99 a pkg. I went to buy some and changed my mind....cause I didn't want to pay 14.99 a pkg. Decided this week I have more than enough paper. It is pretty though and would be great for cards.
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Post by LavenderLayoutLady on Jul 9, 2014 4:20:20 GMT
Thanks for the pic! Paper looks awesome.
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Post by triplettkarla on Jul 9, 2014 14:21:07 GMT
I love these got them when on sale before, so worth it looks like i'll be heading to M's that such a good deal. Great for cutting up for pl cards also.
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Post by pastlifepea on Jul 9, 2014 14:38:47 GMT
I like these for card making as I can use them for the base of the card since they are one sided papers. Double sided are great and all but require extra work to use as the background/base for cards. Some very nice designs in these packs though...
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Post by naby64 on Jul 9, 2014 14:49:00 GMT
Oh, another thing they are good for is for making envelopes. I have the WRMK envelope maker. An A2 card can be made and then I use the board to make a matching envelope. IIRC, the size of paper for that envie is 8.5 X 8.5. So, I end up cutting on 2.5 inches and don't really think of it as waste considering what I paid for it.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 9, 2014 15:39:01 GMT
The paper surprisingly was thicker than I thought...it was one sided but matches my PL core kit...
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Post by TracieClaiborne on Jul 9, 2014 15:43:40 GMT
Oh, another thing they are good for is for making envelopes. I have the WRMK envelope maker. An A2 card can be made and then I use the board to make a matching envelope. IIRC, the size of paper for that envie is 8.5 X 8.5. So, I end up cutting on 2.5 inches and don't really think of it as waste considering what I paid for it. That is an awesome idea!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks! |
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Post by marie on Jul 10, 2014 1:50:25 GMT
Thanks for posting about this! I stopped by today and got a pack of the Dear Lizzy. I am surprised by how heavy the paper is. I'm using it to make an 8x8 album. A little bit of trimming but much cheaper than some of the regular 8x8 pads. Love the card and envelope idea!
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Post by queenofshoes on Jul 10, 2014 2:22:40 GMT
I really like the Dear Lizzy paper...I might see a trip to Michaels in my immediate future.
Leaq
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Post by mirabelleswalker on Jul 10, 2014 2:58:19 GMT
I bought two collections and thought the weight of the paper was very nice. Can't beat that price!
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Post by mama2three on Jul 10, 2014 3:01:20 GMT
adorable paper and a great price, but I don't think I can justify buying more right now. Maybe if I split it with a friend. I definitely don't need 3 of each sheet!
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