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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 23, 2024 6:20:39 GMT
The majority of my dies are Quickutz (QK) organized in QK magnetic folders & QK zip-around binders, while all other brands are stored in Sizzix envelopes/magnetic sheets in an iDesign square clear/fridge bin. HTH.
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 22, 2024 19:42:21 GMT
I looked and definitely not the scrapbook products that I remember from years ago. I vaguely recall.... Did they announce a merchandise re-focus or different direction, awhile ago? MME exited the scrapbooking industry in Q1 2022 to focus on stationery & party goods (as discussed in this thread) & has since collaborated with Simple Stories (as announced here) on the SS - Wildflower collection (released in February 2023, as discussed there). |
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 22, 2024 17:38:16 GMT
I'm not a cardmaker, rather I exclusively scrapbooking & incorporate stamping into scrapping. I no longer keep metallic ink pads since I rarely use them. Rather, like Shakti mentioned, I stamp with either VersaMark (clear) or VersaFine Clair (in the same/similar color as the paper) & heat emboss with metallic Ranger Super Fine Detail EP (& re-emboss for a more saturated color &/or smoother finish, if desired). HTH. |
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 22, 2024 5:50:06 GMT
Thanks for your responses. I'm not the target audience for either brand, so nothing is added to my wish list.
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 21, 2024 6:27:52 GMT
I’ve never bought any Paige Evens designs only because she sells from her own site and I just never go there much. ... As Ryann indicated, Paige Evans is an American Crafts brand. Evidenced by the links (to ACOT) in the OP, the Paige Evans brand is available at online retailers (e.g. ACOT, SB.com), Joann (in Designer Destination stores & online), certain discount/dollar stores, & anywhere else American Crafts brands are sold. |
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 21, 2024 6:19:04 GMT
Paige Evans - Adventurous - ... I think a lot of this is just repeating her old designs. Her aesthetic is so narrow that all of her lines look a like. ... Yes - feminine & floral on repeat |
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 21, 2024 6:17:28 GMT
... The MH collection feels like it would have fit better coming out in 2020 when cottagecore was on trend. ... I agree; it seems cottagecore-inspired & dated! |
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 21, 2024 6:11:28 GMT
Thanks for your responses. Neither of these collections appeal to me, so nothing is added to my wish list.
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 21, 2024 6:07:19 GMT
I've never scrapped the same story twice so do not have first-hand experience. I suspect they would be similar in (extensive) journaling, style, colors, & photo sizes (4x6), but may differ in page layout/design.
For kit scrappers, sketch users, &/or challenge participants, I suspect their layouts would look different because they would not be using the same kit, sketch, &/or challenges.
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 20, 2024 5:16:00 GMT
Adventurous ... I rarely use stamps, but I like the directional sign that is included in the set. That has inspired me to look for a directional sign die cut that will fit in my sizzix big shot. If anyone has one to recommend, please post the link here. Thank you! ... A quick search yielded Sizzix - Signs for Success (includes dies & acrylic stamps). HTH. |
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 20, 2024 5:02:26 GMT
Has anyone used a charm stapler before? ... I was unaware of its existence until your post! Per the WRM Charm Stapler release video ( here), it is "launching in April." Neither ACOT nor SB.com appear to currently have it coming soon or in stock. |
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 20, 2024 4:52:10 GMT
Paige’s hotel fob charms are calling to me. I’ve never bought that type of product before, but those are really cute. Has anyone purchased charms from her before? ... I don't use bulky embellishments so am no help. |
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 20, 2024 4:40:55 GMT
... since I have cats I’ll wait and see if there’s a Cool Cats Since it seems companies release pet collections at the same time, I'm surprised a cat &/or general pet (including fish, hamsters, turtles, etc.) line wasn't also revealed...maybe next month. |
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 20, 2024 4:36:39 GMT
Thanks for your participation in the poll & responses. Perhaps because I've got the antithesis of a green thumb &/or primarily scrap our son & his activities, including various sports, I'm part of the minority that does not embrace the floral trend.
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 19, 2024 5:36:40 GMT
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 19, 2024 5:30:58 GMT
Everyday Junque is a different look for them. ... Agreed; it's definitely a departure from their signature bright, saturated, & often unusual color palettes! |
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 18, 2024 1:49:02 GMT
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 17, 2024 3:19:30 GMT
Thanks for your responses. I like the color palettes, plus a couple patterned papers (e.g. diagonal stripes, stars) from each line (except Wild) for non-Disney layouts. I'm especially disappointed that not only is only one stencil offered (in the Magic collection: Confetti), but also its (or similar) design is available in every birthday themed collection. |
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 17, 2024 2:47:00 GMT
Thanks for your responses. I like the diagonal plaid in the Father's Day but am not drawn to vintage, feminine, floral, gold-accented, etc. lines. I'm especially disappointed this release does not offer new stencil designs. Nothing is added to my wish list.
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 16, 2024 2:30:57 GMT
... florals in general aren’t a fad ... I've never thought of florals as a trend. I've been scrapbooking since 07 and collections have always included floral prints. I like them and will continue to buy them. For clarity, I'm not referring to the couple of floral patterned papers, embellishments, stencils, stamps, &/or dies that have long been staples, especially in lines with spring/family/farmhouse themes, or the aesthetic of certain brands (e.g. Paige Evans). Rather, I'm referring to the addition of florals in almost every collection - regardless theme or brand - throughout the industry, such as adorning ghosts ( Hey, Ghoul Hey), oversized reusable tumblers ( Drinks of Happiness), a paintbrush ( Make Pretty Things), etc. plus the recent addition of floral-only embellishment packs (e.g. SS Crafty Things: Floral Bits & Pieces), etc. |
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 16, 2024 2:00:34 GMT
The poll didn't have an option for me. I use floral when needed for dd. I am not ecstatic for them nor do I dislike them. I just use them when needed and sometimes a flower paper just pulls me in so it gets used. IMHO this falls under the Undecided/indifferent category. |
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 15, 2024 21:43:31 GMT
I think this book came out last year. It’s still a great find though! Thanks for the information. I'm not a Paige Evans (or any AC pattern paper brand) customer, so I was unaware of the copyright date. It is listed under the "See What's New" section, so it must just be new to ACOT. I edited the OP accordingly. |
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 15, 2024 18:13:27 GMT
Paige Evans' (176 page) idea book, Make Your Memory: The Modern Crafter’s Guide, is currently available (ETA: at ACOT, retail $24.99). See additional crafting/idea books (e.g. watercoloring, needle arts, etc.) from Schieffer Publishing here. |
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 15, 2024 17:51:36 GMT
As a spinoff of recent new release threads, it appears florals continue to bloom (often abundantly) throughout most collections - regardless their theme or brand. Please share your thoughts on this continuing trend. TIA.
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 14, 2024 4:53:22 GMT
Thanks for your responses. I'm not the target customer, so nothing is added to my wish list.
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 13, 2024 3:51:19 GMT
... I wish I had a lss so I could look at these close up.  ... Me too, since there are no LSSs left here either! |
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 13, 2024 3:44:41 GMT
... I also used the heck out of their last Disney line from 2022(?) and still wasn’t sick of it, which is a huge win. Ha ha. This one is a similar color scheme so I can throw in the leftovers from the 2022 line in with this one to use it up! Given this release is another installment in the Say Cheese series, I expect these new collections coordinate with all previous released ones (e.g. original Say Cheese, 2, 3, 4, Halloween, Christmas, Main Street, & the last At the Park lines)! |
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 12, 2024 5:35:59 GMT
It's funny because I am really trying to move away from "Doing X activity=the need for X paper"...am trying to move back into more of my BG mentality where I just used pretty paper in colors that match my photos lol I've never been a themed scrapper, so I've always had this "mentality" & shopped for/scrapped with non-themed patterns & embellishments in usable color palettes. The industry is certainly theme oriented right now! |
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 12, 2024 5:26:59 GMT
I'm excited about these and will probably order most of it. This is a minor complaint, but I am a just a tiny bit disappointed that there isn't a Toy Story collection like the Star Wars one. I think the bright colors from the main collection will work but it would have been fun to see what they did with Toy Story Mania and Slinky Dog Dash. The only Toy Story inspired collection I recall is Carta Bella Toy Box released in 2017 (as seen here). |
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Post by PaperAngel on Apr 11, 2024 17:07:29 GMT
I don't watch TikTok (& would have no way of knowing which specific videos you viewed) nor use liquid glue, but Nuvo Deluxe Adhesive seems popular. |
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