Hello, Cricut Lovers! Welcome to the January 2012 edition of Hello Thursday! We have TEN NEW CARTRIDGES to share with you today . . . Enjoy!

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Cricut Imagine^® Art Cartridge, Greeting Cards Inside & Out

You will always have the perfect card on hand with the Greeting Cards Inside & Out cartridge! This cartridge is filled with cards for birthdays, births, engagements, weddings, and a variety of other occasions. You will also adore the ready-to-make projects and cheerful patterns on this cartridge.

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THANK YOU VERY MUCH by Cindy Royal

 

Designed by: Cindy Royal
Cricut Machines Used: Cricut Imagine
Cricut Cartridges Used: Imagine Greeting Cards Inside & Out
Other Supplies: Cardstock, Glitter glue, 3D Paint, Ribbon, Gem brads, String, Adhesives

CRICUT CUTS:

• Card cut at 5.0″
• Envelope cut at 8.8″

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY GIFT BAG by Roree Rumph

Designed by: Roree Rumph
Cricut Machines Used: Cricut Imagine
Cricut Cartridges Used: Imagine Greeting Cards Inside & Out
Other Supplies: Cardstock (Bazzill), Brad (Doodlebug Design), Ribbon (Michael’s), Decorative Scissors (Provo Craft), Crinkle Shred

CRICUT CUTS:

Print and cut the Happy Birthday Icon Image two times at 7”  and the Happy Birthday card layers at 7” using Cricut Imagine and Imagine Greeting Cards Inside & Out Cartridge

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Cricut^® Olé cartridge

Celebrate with the vibrant Spanish and Latin inspired content in the Olé cartridge! This cartridge is packed full of striking images, Spanish phrases, and a bold layered font. You will love using the images on this cartridge for party decorations and invitations, scrapbook pages, cards, and other creative projects.

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SOUTH OF THE BORDER RECIPE BOOK by Ginger Williams

Designed by: Ginger Williams
Cricut Machines Used: Cricut Expression 2 Electronic Cutting Machine, Cricut Craft Room, Cricut Imagine
Cricut Cartridges Used: Ole, Creative Memories Traveler, Imagine Kate’s Kitchen (Patterned Papers & Solids)
Other Supplies: Cardstock (The Paper Studio), Bling (Queen and Company), String (Red Heart), Markers (Crayola), Recipe Card (http://aviedesigns.blogspot.com/2010/07/mamies-recipe-card-free-download.html)

CRICUT CUTS:

Ole’ Cartridge

• “Recipes”: Cut at 2.36″ and welded together in Cricut Craft Room
• “Border”: Cut at 1″
• Border at the bottom (x3) cut at 1″ and welded together in Cricut Craft Room
• Cactus cut at 3.33″

Creative Memories Traveler Cartridge

• “South of the Border” cut at .85″ and welded together in Cricut Craft Room

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VALENTINE TREAT BAGS by Roree Rumph

Designed by: Roree Rumph
Cricut Machines Used: Cricut Expression 2 Electronic Cutting Machine, Cricut Craft Room, Cuttlebug Machine
Cricut Cartridges Used: Ole
Other Supplies: Cuttlebug Heart Blocks Embossing Folder, Kraft Paper Bags (Michael’s), Hemp Cord (Darice), Patterned Paper/Die Cut (Crate Paper), Button/Brads (Basic Grey), Needle & floss, Hole Punch (We R Memory Keepers),

CARTRIDGE CUTS:

Cut HEARTS using Ole Cartridge & Cricut Craft Room

• 4” Layer Feature <Bird-s>  3 x using pink patterned paper (flip horizontally)

Cut BIRDS using Ole Cartridge

• 3” <Bird >  2 x using blue patterned paper (flip one horizontally)
• 3” <Bird-s>  2 x using white patterned paper (flip one horizontally)
• 3” Layer Feature <Bird-s>  2 x using yellow patterned paper (flip one horizontally)
• 3” Layer Feature <Bird-s>  2 x using blue patterned paper (flip one orizontally)

Cut TITLE using Ole Cartridge

• 4” Phrase 2 Feature <Coffee>  2 x using pink patterned paper
• 5.5” Layer Feature <Bird-s>  using blue patterned paper (flip horizontally)

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Cricut^® Type Candy cartridge

Spice up your creative projects with the Type Candy cartridge! This  charming font cartridge features three sweet fonts with shadows. Each font  includes uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, punctuation marks, and  special characters. These fonts are just what you need for your scrapbook  layouts, cards, home décor, and other projects.

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LOVE YOU by  Suzanne Sergi

Designed by: Suzanne Sergi
Cricut Machines Used: Cricut Expression 2 Electronic Cutting Machine, Cricut Craft Room, Cuttlebug Machine
Cricut Cartridges Used: Type Candy
Other Supplies: Cuttlebug Swiss Dots Embossing Folder, Cardstock (Bazzill), Patterned Paper & Stickers (Crate Paper), Adhesives

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SNOW PRINCESS by Jennifer Yates

Designed by: Jennifer Yates
Cricut Machines Used: Cricut Mini Machine, Cricut Craft Room
Cricut Cartridges Used: Type Candy
Other Supplies: Cardstock (American Crafts), Patterned Paper (Pink Paislee, Pebbles Inc.), Alphabet Stickers (American Crafts), Wood/Winter Embellishments/Journaling Tag (Pink Paislee), Spray Mist (Studio Calico), Ribbon (www.scrapinkris.etsy.com), Twine (The Twinery), Tiny Staples (Tim Holtz)

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 Cricut^® Elmo & Friends Holiday cartridge

Celebrate throughout the year with the Elmo & Friends Holiday cartridge! This cartridge features Elmo and his friends having fun on Valentine’s Day, Easter, Halloween, Christmas, and other holidays. You will love the festive phrases that are prefect for your cards, scrapbook layouts, home décor, and party decorations.

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VALENTINE TREAT BAGS by Ginger Williams

Designed by: Ginger Williams
Cricut Machines Used: Cricut Expression 2 Electronic Cutting Machine, Cricut Craft Room, Cuttlebug
Cricut Cartridges Used: Elmo & Friends Holiday, Elegant Edges
Other Supplies: Cuttlebug Candy Cane Stripe Embossing Folder, Cuttlebug Swiss Dots Embossing Folder, Cardstock (The Paper Studio), Patterned Paper (Creative Memories)

CRICUT CUTS:

Elmo and Friends Holiday Cartridge

• Elmo: 3″
• Cookie Monster: 3″
• Titles: 1″

Elegant Edges Cartridge

• Border: .833″
• Scalloped Circle: 3.75″

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GIANT ELMO VALENTINE CARD by Kristen Swain

Designed by: Kristen Swain
Cricut Machines Used: Cricut Expression 2 Electronic Cutting Machine, Cricut Craft Room
Cricut Cartridges Used: Elmo & Friends Holiday
Other Supplies:  Cardstock (American Crafts, Die Cuts with a View), Patterned Paper (Pink Paislee), Foam tape (Glue Arts), White out pen, Button, Twine, Black pen

CRICUT CUTS:

Sesame Street Elmo and Friends Holiday Cartridge

• <Elmo2>phrase, <Elmo2-s>Phrase cut at 3.43 inches in aqua,red, and white cardstock
• <Elmo2>Phrase Shadow cut at 3.72 inches in gray cardstock
• <Elmo2> cut in black cardstock
• <Elmo2-s>, <Elmo2>Layer1,<Elmo2-s> Layer2, <Elmo2>Layer2- cut at 2.972 inches in red, orange, white, and pink cardstock

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Cricut^® Letter Envy cartridge (Cricut Circle Exclusive)

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Embrace your show-stopping side with the Letter Envy cartridge! This Cricut Circle™ exclusive cartridge features an eclectic main font, bold crests, and an eye-catching second font with shadows. You will have fun using the elements from this cartridge to create stunning cards, scrapbook layouts, home décor, and other creative projects.

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THANK YOU CARD by Jillian Deiling Cassity

Designed by: Jillian Deiling Cassity
Cricut Machines Used: Cricut Expression 2 Electronic Cutting Machine, Cricut Craft Room
Cricut Cartridges Used: Letter Envy (Cricut Circle Exclusive)
Other Supplies:  Cardstock/Button (American Crafts), Patterned Paper (Lily Bee Design), Roses (Zva Creative), Ribbon (www.scrapinkris.etsy.com), Adhesives

CRICUT CUTS:

Letter Envy Cartridge (Cricut Circle Exclusive)

• T cut at 3.5″ (with Crest feature) in black cardstock
• T cut at 3.5″ (with Crest feature plus shift) in white cardstock
• T cut at 3.5″ (with Crestlayer feature) in pink patterned paper
• T cut at 3.5″ (with Crestlayer feature plus shift) in gray cardstock
• C cut at 1.75″ in orange patterned paper
• C cut at 1.75″ (plus shift) in white cardstock
• C cut at 1.75″ (with layer feature) in pink patterned paper
• Font at 1″ in white cardstock
• Fontlayer at 1″ in orange patterned paper
• Fontshadow at 1″ in black cardstock

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“M” 2005 by Juliana Michaels

Designed by: Juliana Michaels
Cricut Machines Used: Cricut Expression 2 Electronic Cutting Machine, Cricut Craft Room
Cricut Cartridges Used: Letter Envy (Cricut Circle Exclusive)
Other Supplies:  Patterned Paper (Lily Bee Design), Velvet Cardstock (Teresa Collins Designs), Jewels (BoBunny), Frame, Adhesives

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Cricut^® Lite Fun in the Sun cartridge

Showcase a summer vacation with the Fun in the Sun cartridge! This cartridge features people waterskiing, boating, swimming, playing volleyball, or otherwise enjoying a day at a beach or lake. The quirky style is perfect for cards, scrapbook layouts, and other creative projects.

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FIRST TIME SWIMMING LAYOUT by Jillian Deiling Cassity

Designed by: Jillian Deiling Cassity
Cricut Machines Used: Cricut Expression 2 Electronic Cutting Machine, Cricut Craft Room, Cuttlebug
Cricut Cartridges Used: Lite Fun in the Sun
Other Supplies:  Cuttlebug Polka Dots Embossing Folder, Cardstock/Foam Letter Stickers (American Crafts), Patterned Paper/Die Cut/Bubble Stickers (Echo Park Paper), Letter Stickers (Doodlebug Design), Rhinestones (Zva Creative), Pen (EK Success), Adhesives

CRICUT CUTS:

Fun in the Sun Cartridge

• FshBoat cut at 2″ in brown cardstock
• FshBoat cut at 2″ (with shift) in white cardstock
• FshBoat cut at 2″ (with layer) in teal patterned paper
• FshBoat cut at 2″ (with layer plus shift) in blue cardstock
• FshBoat cut at 2″ (with layer plus shift) in white cardstock
• Diver cut at 4″ in teal patterned paper
• Diver cut at 4″ (with shift) in white cardstock
• Diver cut at 4″ (with layer) in yellow patterned paper
• Diver cut at 4″ (with layer plus shift) in brown cardstock

Cricut Craft Room Basics Cartridge

• Font at 1″ in orange cardstock
• Fontshadow at 1″ in white cardstock

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POOL PARTY INVITATION by Jillian Deiling Cassity

Designed by: Jillian Deiling Cassity
Cricut Machines Used: Cricut Expression 2 Electronic Cutting Machine, Cricut Craft Room
Cricut Cartridges Used: Lite Fun in the Sun, Lite Lacy Labels
Other Supplies:  Cardstock (American Crafts, Bazzill), Patterned Paper/Sticker (Echo Park Paper), Letter Stickers/Twine (Doodlebug Design), Foam Letters (American Crafts), Button, Adhesives

CRICUT CUTS:

Fun In the Sun Cartridge

• GrlSlide cut at 5″ in blue cardstock
• GrlSlide cut at 5″ in red cardstock
• GrlSlide cut at 5″ (with shift) in white cardstock
• GrlSlide cut at 5″ (with layer) in yellow cardstock
• GrlSlide cut at 5″ (with layer) in teal patterned paper
• GrlSlide cut at 5″ (with layer plus shift) in peach cardstock

Lite Lacy Labels Cartridge

• BstWishs cut at 3″ in white cardstock
• BstWishs cut at 3.1″ (with shift) in pink cardstock

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Cricut^® Events Baby Shower cartridge

Throw the perfect party for the new mom-to-be with the Baby Shower cartridge! This cartridge has everything you need to create unforgettable invitations, decorations, party favors, table décor, and more. With Cricut^®  Events cartridges, you will have everything you need to create the perfect event for someone special!

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BABY BOY CUPCAKES by Cindy Royal

Designed by: Cindy Royal
Cricut Machines Used: Cricut Expression 2 Electronic Cutting Machine, Cricut Craft Room, Cricut Imagine
Cricut Cartridges Used: Baby Shower, Imagine Baby Boutique
Other Supplies:  Cardstock (white, green, shades of gray), Patterned Paper (Imagine Baby Boutique), Skewers, Muffins, 3D Paint, Adhesives

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BABY GIFT BOX by Lisa Falduto

Designed by: Lisa Falduto
Cricut Machines Used: Cricut Expression 2 Electronic Cutting Machine, Cricut Craft Room, Cricut Imagine
Cricut Cartridges Used: Baby Shower, Imagine Hey Diddle Diddle (Patterned Paper)
Other Supplies: Cardstock (pink, light blue, dark blue, gray, yellow), Patterned Paper (Imagine Hey Diddle Diddle cartridge), Pennant stick, Clear glitter, 2-Way Glue, Black ink

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Cricut^® Events Bridal Shower cartridge

Throw the perfect party with the Bridal Shower cartridge! This cartridge includes a variety of images such as rings, clothing, phrases, 3D objects, andmore. With Cricut^® Events cartridges, you will have everything you  need to create the perfect event for someone special!

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LINGERIE INVITATION by Charity Hassel

BRIDE SET by Charity Hassel

CROWN

PURSE

Designed by: Charity Hassel
Cricut Machines Used: Cricut Expression 2 Electronic Cutting Machine, Cricut Craft Room
Cricut Cartridges Used: Bridal Shower
Other Supplies: Patterned Paper (Teresa Collins Designs), Rhinestones, Adhesives 

CRICUT CUTS:

•  Wedding crown – cut <3dcrown> and <lry> <3dcrown> at 5.25″ high
•  Purse favor bag – cut <favrbag> and <lyr> <favrbag> at 11″ wide
•  Lingerie card – cut <card> <card1Lyr1> and <card1Lyr2> at7″ high

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Cricut^® Projects Giant Flowers cartridge

Give your projects that extra sense of wonder with the Giant Flowers cartridge! You will love creating larger than life flowers for wedding, event, party, birthday, or home décor. With Cricut^® Projects cartridges, you can create unique and customized projects for your home, family, and friends.

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THE ART OF BEING A GIRL by Michele Kovack

Designed by: Michele Kovack
Cricut Machines Used: Cricut Expression 2 Electronic Cutting Machine, Cricut Craft Room
Cricut Cartridges Used: Giant Flowers, Kate’s ABC’s
Other Supplies: Cardstock (yellow, white, orange) Patterned Paper (Pink Paislee), Tulle, Alphabet bead, Seam binding, Chipboard swirl, Pom pom trim, Dimensional foam circles, Glossy Accents, Glitter, Hot Glue Gun, Adhesives, Distressing ink

CRICUT CUTS:

Giant Flowers Cartridge

• Cut 2<AshlyLy2> at 4 ½”
• Cut 1<AshlyLy4> at 4 ½”
• Cut 7<AshlyLy5> at 4 ½”
• Cut6<AshlyLy3> at 4 ½”
• Cut 7<AshlyLy1> at 4 ½”
• Cut 1<Ashley> at 4 ½”

Kate’s ABC’s Cartridge

• Select font function and cut 1<apple> at 2”
• Select Font function and cut 2<bunny> at 1” and 2 ½”
• Select Font Function and cut1<teacup> at 1”
• Cut 1<Butrfly2> at 1 ¾”
• Cut 1 <Bird> at 1”
• Cut 2<Sundae> at 1 ½” and 3 ¾”
• Cut 1 <Hat5> at 1”
• Cut 2 <catfish> at 1” and 3 ½”
• Cut 1 <ladybug> at 3 ¾”

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ROSE BOX by Michele Kovack

Designed by: Michele Kovack
Cricut Machines Used: Cricut Expression 2 Electronic Cutting Machine, Cricut Craft Room
Cricut Cartridges Used: Giant Flowers
Other Supplies: Cardstock (red, green), Box, Kraft wrapping paper, Valentine picks, Tulle, Doily, Tag, Brown ink, Adhesives 

CRICUT CUTS:

• Cut 2<RoseLy4> at 3 ½”
• Cut 6<RoseLy3> at 3 ½”
• Cut 4<RoseLy2> at 3 ½”
• Cut 6<RoseLy1> at 3 ½”
• Cut 2<Rose> at 3 ½”

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 ZINNIA GIFT BOX by Kristen Swain

Designed by: Kristen Swain
Cricut Machines Used: Cricut Expression 2 Electronic Cutting Machine, Cricut Craft Room
Cricut Cartridges Used: Giant Flowers
Other Supplies: Cardstock, Red Spray Ink (Maya Road), Ribbon (BoBunny), Gem (Teresa Collins Designs), Computer & printer (Font: Century Gothic), Twine, Adhesives

CRICUT CUTS:

• cuts- <Leaf2> cut in green cardstock at 2.76 inches
• cuts- <Zinnia>, <ZiniaLyr1>, <ZiniaLyr2>, <ZiniaLyr3>, <ZiniaLyr4>, <ZiniaLyr5>, <Zinialyr6>, <Zinialyr7> cut at 2.597 in yellow cardstock

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 Cricut^® Projects My Quiet Book cartridge

Keep the little children entertained with the projects you make from the My Quiet Book cartridge! Teach your children, nieces and nephews, or grandchildren their colors, shapes, numbers, and more with this cartridge content. With Cricut^® Projects cartridges, you can create unique and customized projects for your home, family, and friends.

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MY QUIET BOOK by Jennifer Yates

MY QUIET BOOK PATTERNS

MY QUIET BOOK SHAPES

Designed by: Jennifer Yates
Cricut Machines Used: Cricut Mini Personal Electronic Cutter, Cricut Craft Room, Cricut Imagine
Cricut Cartridges Used: My Quiet Book, Imagine Hey Diddle Diddle
Other Supplies:  Cardstock (American Crafts), Patterned  Papers (Imagine Hey Diddle Diddle cartridge), Alphabet Stickers (American Crafts), Ribbon (www.scrapinkris.etsy.com), Chipboard, Adhesives

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YOU’RE FABULOUS CARD by Shantaie Fowler

Designed by: Shantaie Fowler
Cricut Machines Used: Cricut Expression 2 Electronic Cutting Machine, Cricut Craft Room, Cuttlebug Machine
Cricut Cartridges Used: My Quiet Book
Other Supplies: Cuttlebug Argyle Embossing Folder, Cuttlebug Embossing Plus – Embossed Tags, Cardstock (pink, white, black, gray, peach), Patterned Paper (Imaginisce, Berrylicious collection), Buttons, Ribbon, Corner Rounder, Gems, Adhesives

CRICUT CUTS:

•  <Head> 3.5”
• <GrlHair2> 3.5”
• <GirlEyes> 3.5”
• <GrlEye-s> 3.5”
• <Glasses1> 3.5”
• <GrlLips2> 3.5”
• <nose1> 3.5”

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Leave a comment along with your Full Name by Midnight, Sunday, January 18th,  2011, telling us which projects and cartridges are your favorites. On Monday,  January 30th, 2012, we will randomly select a WINNER from the comments to win $100 of Cricut.com Credit! Good luck!

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