Giveaway On My New Blog - Kimberly Michelle Designs

If you haven't already visit my new blog Kimberly Michelle Designs at http://kimberlymichelledesigns.blogspot.com/ and be sure sign up for email notifications when I post and follow my new blog. While you are there enter the giveaway I have going on.

Happy Crafting!
Kimberly Michelle

Kimberly Michelle Designs is Up and Running

Hello Friends!

I am thrilled to announce that Kimberly Michelle Designs is finally up and running. https://kimberlymichelledesigns.blogspot.com/  This has taken more time then I expected so sorry for the delay. I will leave this blog up for a couple of weeks and then it will close.

Just some quick housekeeping. If you want to continue to follow my blog you will need to go to Kimberly Michelle Designs and do the following.

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Be sure to also subscribe to my YouTube channel so that you don't miss any upcoming tutorials and quick tips videos I will be sharing: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCngF9lrEBPNbcedErvNxuiQ

I am so excited to share the projects and Cricut cut files I am creating. I will also be sharing some digital papers that I create and these can be used in Cricut Design Space. Here is an example.

So, be sure to follow the above links and subscribe and follow my new blog:

Kimberly Michelle Designs

Happy Crafting,

Kimberly Michelle

Sneak Peek and Update

Hello Crafters! I know it has been awhile since I posted a tutorial but it has been a little hectic...funny how life can get that way. My craft studio is finally getting organized; I decided to move to a different room which is more secluded. This will help when making videos.

I wanted to share with you before I made any changes but I have finally decided to change the name of my blog to Kimberly Michelle Designs. I have struggled with this decision for sometime and finally decided to take the plunge. I just want my blog name relate to me personally. Plus, I will be creating more designs to share with, such as, digital backgrounds that can be used in Cricut Design Space. I will also be creating a little craft series like Quick tip videos and posts...I have too many ideas and not enough time. Also, I will be doing some live YouTube videos to show how to make a project like a one page mini album that I have been really wanting to share with you.

I wanted to give you a sneak peek of what I am working on now. I am working on creating split cards...I am obsessed with these. Here is a little video and pictures of cards I have made.

Be sure you are subscribed for email notifications of my blog posts and my YouTube channel. Here is the link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCngF9lrEBPNbcedErvNxuiQ

See you soon and Happy Crafting!
Kimberly Michelle

Masculine Birthday Card

Hi All! I was going through my craft photos and found one I had not shared before. And since I have not had a chance to post any crafty goodness (I am finally getting settled in my new craft room) lately I thought I would share this card I made for my Dad.

Survey Time!

Hello Crafters! Just a quick question. I am thinking about having a live paper crafting class. Do you prefer YouTube Live or Periscope? Please, leave a comment below. And thanks in advance.

Happy Crafting!
Kimberly

Cricut St. Patrick's Day Spinner Card

Hello Crafters! I have been wanting to make a spinner card for some time and finally was up for the challenge. I am sorry I am getting this up later than I would like but the tutorials were long and took some time to upload. If you have any questions, please, leave a comment or e-mail me. All the images are available in Cricut Design Space Access. Here is the cut file from Cricut Design Space: https://us.cricut.com/design/#/canvas/54935685 

Cricut Design Space - Print Then Cut

Hello Crafters! I had a request with my last video asking that I show how I use the Print then Cut feature in Cricut Design Space. I know there are many tutorials but I am to please. So, here are the videos and links.

Cricut Design Space - Print then Cut: Converting an Image

Watch below or click Here

Cricut Design Space - Print then Cut: Adding a Pattern

Watch below or click Here 

I hope you found this helpful. If you have any questions, please, leave me a comment or e-mail me.

Happy Crafting!
Kimberly

Wild About You Valentine Card featuring Miss. Kate Cutables

Hello, all! I am excited to share a Valentine's Day card with you. And it is my pleasure to be guest designing for Miss. Kate Cuttables. When I found that I would be creating this card for the month of February I knew exactly what I wanted to create. This card features the following cut files from Miss. Kate Cuttables: Zoo Fun Bundle, Wild About You title, and Nested Hearts.

I include all the measurements for this cute little critter peek-a-boo card. I included a process video (at the end of this post) which shows how I assembled my card. If you would like to see a tutorial on how to create a peek-a-boo card in Cricut Design Space leave a comment. I hope you enjoy!

This card measures 5" x 7" and I used a kraft cardstock for my card base. It is a larger card but I think a child would love this cute critter card.

I used my Cricut Explore for all the die cutting and Cricut Design Space to create the design. These files include a JPEG, PNG, and SVG so that it can be used with most electronic die cutting machines. I created a single panel (left) from kraft cardstock; I find this makes creating dimensional cards easier to assemble. The pink card is my main panel where my little critters come to life. I lined up a heart from the Nested Heart file which created this peek-a-boo frame.

These are the hearts that I created from the Nested Heart file. They are the same size as the heart cut outs on the main panel. I used embossing folders to add texture. It is amazing what a difference this made. These hearts measure 2.19" x 1.95". Using my main pink panel as a template I adhered the hearts to the kraft panel; I show this process in the video.

I wanted to add a layered accent panel for the front of my card. I used the Straight and Slim font in Cricut Design Space to write 'Valentine'. I offset the cream cardstock to the right (when layering; see above photo) to create interest.

For my sentiment I used the Wild About You title. I love all the layers with this sentiment. I used my Xyron Create-A-Stick to adhere the words to the shadow. The title measures 2.4" x 2.3". And it includes some fun tropical leaves.

I just smile when I look at these little critters which are from the Zoo Fun Bundle. I used the PNG file that is included in the bundle and the Print then Cut feature in Cricut Design Space to create my critters. I used Glossy Accents on the eyes and nose to bring them to life.

Here is the process video or watch on YouTube:

It was my please to create this card for Miss. Kate Cuttables; be sure to visit her store for awesome cut files.

Happy Crafting,

Kimberly

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Where did January go?!

Hello, all! I can't believe January has come and is almost gone. It has been a busy month and I have not had much time for crafting. But I do have some exciting news. I have been asked to be a Miss Kate Cuttables Guest Designer. My project will be published on February 3rd; I also created a process video showing how I assembled my project. I have some other projects that I am working on and will be sharing with you soon - this will include some Cricut Design Space cut files. I pray and hope all is well in your life.

Happy Crafting,
Kimberly