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Got Leather? Make a tag! Cricut Style

November 14, 2012 by

It’s my turn to post as a Designer for the Practical Scrappers website.. My post for today is all about leather.  Did you get a chance to read the practical scrappers  post regarding the 11 Things you can do with an Electronic Die Cutting Machine?  If not take a moment to check out all of the Practical Scrappers wonderful ideas.

This post will make it complete with 12 things you can do with an Electronic Die Cutting Machine.

#12: Make Leather Luggage Tags.

My favorite electronic die cutting machine is the Cricut Expression.  I am a big fan of adding texture and layers to my projects and if I can add leather to a project, I am all over it.   I love creating tags for gifts or tags to attach to my luggage when I travel.  If a tag gets pulled off some how.. no worries I can always make another one. I use the cricut machine for most of my leather tags. I like having the ability to set my size, shape, and amount that I want to cut at once.

Here is a look at my most recent tags. (I like hearts and my favorite # is 2)

As you can see I used 3 different types of leather.  The red leather had a diamond design etched in it which was fun to use.  I will use that heart on a layout.  The tan leather heart  I will use on one of my cricut bags.

I really like the black leather scallop tag.  I added a mini heart with a #2 on it and will use that for my suitcase.

 

 

 

 

After I cut out my tags I added a grommet & some rope. I stamped the letter K & the #2.  You can stamp on it or add vinyl to customize it any way you want.

Some of the leather depending on how thick it is and if it is textured will cut cleaner than others, but I have tried a variety of leather and I am ok with it not being 100% perfect.

With Christmas only weeks away, I will make stocking & tree shaped tags and add them to gifts.

Have you ever cut leather before in your electronic die cutting machine?  If not give it a try.

Did you know I teach cricut classes?  Yep.. take a class with me and I will teach you how to cut leather, chipboard, fabric, vinyl, etc… Next class is Saturday November 17th 10:30 in my studio.

Practical Scrapper Designer & Scrap It Girl

 

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Cricut Classes @ Hannah’s

June 26, 2012 by

 

Hey Cricut Fans….I have been teaching Cricut Classes in Wisconsin locations for so long that it is finally time I cross the border and bring my Cricut classes to Hannah’s in Antioch, Illinois.  Do you want to get that cricut machine out of the box or maybe learn a few new tricks?  Join us for one of my many Cricut Classes that start in July.  Sign up is needed to RSVP your spot.  Here are just a few of the dates we will be offering the class.   The classes in July are all beginner cricut classes but you will need to take a beginners class in order to take an advanced class in August.  All cricut classes are $25.   You can either email me the date you plan to attend a class or sign up at Hannah’s.  We already started the sign up sheets and posted these classes on Facebook last week,  so in order to save yourself a spot Sign up soon!

  • Friday July 13 10-Noon $25 Beginners
  • Saturday July 14 10-Noon $25 Beginners
  • Thursday July 26 10-Noon $25 Beginners
  • Saturday July 28 10-Noon  $25 Beginners
  • Thursday August 9 10-Noon $25 Advanced
  • Saturday August 11 10-Noon $25 Advanced
In the Beginners Class you will learn everything about the
  • blades
  • mats
  • machines
  • cartridges
  • ink pens
  • cutting wool, chipboard, vinyl and photos
  • all functions, keys, and buttons on the Personal, Cricut original, and Cricut Expression Machines.
  • You will create a card, borders, and receive a handout with a cutting guide line.
In the Advanced Class you will etch on glass and create a mini chipboard album using the different materials  we cut with the cricut.
In the fall we will have Cricut Expression 2 Classes.  Now that you know about the classes I will tell you about my cricut experience.
I have been teaching cricut classes since 2008 and in 2010 I had the pleasure of working with Provo Craft and their Cricut team as we set up demo’s in various stores.  I even went to Las Vegas for training on all of the Provo Craft products.  I have to say I was trained by the best and I plan to provide you with the best cricut classes too.  I hope to see you in class.
Kimberly Congdon   (Scrap It Girl)
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