Hello crafters, welcome to Day 2 of Creativation! Have you been tuned-in to all the excitement from yesterday? We’ve been covering all the action on our blog, Facebook, and Instagram, so make sure you follow us so that you won’t miss anything!

Today I want to share with you a look at all the adorable new Lawn Fawn products that are sure to inspire your upcoming crafty projects! While many of us are all knee deep in winter, the definite spring theme with the newest Lawn Fawn products should warm you right up! PLUS you can preorder all of the Lawn Fawn goodness RIGHT NOW on the Simon Says Stamp store! 

If you are a critter fan, Lawn Fawn never disappoints! I am loving the unique Toadally Awesome stamp set, with its trio of darling frogs! The punny greetings included in the set will surely put a smile on anyone’s face! Plus look how cute they are in a sweet terrarium!!

This next set, Beam Me Up is OUT OF THIS WORLD (who here remembers Star Trek? Beam me up, Scottie)! With the whimsical (and totally not scary!) monsters, plus a pair of fabulous UFOs, you have everything you need to build awesome space scenes!

Now let’s talk about the amazing, new stand-alone dies! Lawn Fawn is well known for their clever, interactive designs and the latest additions to the line are fabulous! 

One of my personal favorites is the Pivot Pop Up; talk about taking a pop-up card to the next level!

We all know how fun it is to decorate Lawn Fawn treat box dies! Their latest adornment set is the Scalloped Treat Box Spring House die. Isn’t this simply adorable with the cottage door, the darling bunny and even a window flower box?! 

Slider cards are super popular, and the new Slide On Over Semi Circles are going to help you make your critters literally JUMP off your cards! These will also coordinate perfectly with the original Slide on Over dies.

Frame up the cute accents on your cards with the adorable Mini Picture Frames die set! Or add hidden messages and critters behind the Peek-a-Boo Backdrops! You can also highlight your sentiments with the classic Speech Bubbles die set—the speech bubbles are perfect for using with both stamped or die cut greetings. 

If you are looking to build some great scenes, look no further than the Bayou Backdrop or the smaller die sets such as Spring Sprig, Little Flowers, and Stitched Garden. All of these sets feature sweet elements that will compliment the critters from any of Lawn Fawn’s stamp sets or the new Stitched Basket die set! 

Lawn Fawn has also added new inks to their ever-expanding line-up of colors! Their latest hues include a stunning purple called Forget Me Not, a classic Raspberry, as well as a bright and bold Cilantro green. All three colors are available in full size pads or mini ink cube, and there are reinkers as well! 

For that creative “wow” factor, Lawn Fawn now has a fabulous Glow In The Dark embossing powder! This would definitely be a perfect powder to use with the stamps in Beam Me Up or to accent the sky behind the Bayou Backdrop! See it in action here with these adorable lightning bug stamps!

When it comes to papers, Lawn Fawn always has bright, happy colors and patterns to choose from. And this release is no different! 

The word HAPPY definitely shines through in the Really Rainbow collection, with bold, colorful rainbows and stripes galore!

If you are feeling the classic spring vibe, then Perfectly Plaid Spring is just for you! Just like their previous plaid collections, you’ll have an abundance of designs to choose from, in a fun Spring color palette! 

And even when you need something subtle and soft, Lawn Fawn still has you covered with the Gotta Have Gingham collection. These beautiful papers are brimming with soft pastels, covering the majority of the color spectrum. Lawn Fawn always thinks of everything!

Don’t forget that you can reserve the ENTIRE new release from Lawn Fawn NOW at the Simon Says Stamp store! Products will begin shipping in mid to late February!

And also remember that there is still one more day of Creativation goodness! We will be bringing you all the action here on the blog as well as on social media, so stay tuned!

Happy Creativation Saturday! The excitement at the 2018 Creativation Trade Show is in full swing! Stay tuned to our social media sites all weekend, including Instagram and Facebook. We’ll be bringing you exclusive looks at all of the amazing new things we think you are going to love!

Speaking of excitement, I think some of the show’s most buzz-worthy products are those from Tim Holtz and his brands Idea-ology, Ranger, Sizzix, Stampers Anonymous, and Tonic Studios. Today I’m sharing a close-up look at some of the things that really caught my eye!

IDEA-OLOGY

Let’s take a look at the newest eclectic and vintage-inspired Idea-ology collection!

Who here loved the Snarky Small Talk stickers?!!?

The Collage Paper is amazing to use in so many projects & techniques… it comes in not only plain white, but stunning designs too!

The latest foam cling stamps scream Tim Holtz with the vintage, cutout vibe! Aren’t those alphabet and foliage sets awesome!?

It wouldn’t be an Idea-ology release without amazing found objects and findings! And those Gumdrop Hearts are fabulous inked in every color of the rainbow!

Also look at this vignette box using some of the latest in the Ideaology line! WOW!

Don’t forget that you can see the entire Tim Holtz Ideaology release in the Simon Says Stamp store! Click here to start shopping!

RANGER

If you thought for a minute that world of Distress couldn’t get any better, it’s time to think again, because things just got a whole lot more INK-credible! From new colors of Distress Oxide ink pads and reinkers, to bright additions within the Alcohol Ink line, PLUS amazing new tools. A brand new adventure is ahead of us thanks to Tim Holtz and Ranger!

One of the hottest new products from the Ranger and Tim Holtz release is the Distress Resist Spray! This spray can be used to resist ANY medium, plus even hold things like embossing powder! Melt the powder for amazing texture effects!

How about the stunning, new Alcohol Ink Metallic Mixatives?! Talk about an array of amazing new colors!

New Oxide Ink colors are all the rage! Tattered Rose, Squeezed Lemonade, Evergreen Bough and so many other Distress favorites!

The Alcohol Ink line is getting some fresh new colors; you’ll love this bold rainbow of color, plus the awesome new storage tin is a organization-dream!

There are so many new Distress products from Tim Holtz and Ranger! Click here to start shopping your favorites from their BRAND NEW release!

SIZZIX

When it comes to die cutting, few brands can boast a level of expertise within the crafting industry than Sizzix. And OH MY, this year Tim Holtz and Sizzix are taking you to the next level with 3D Texturz, Impresslits and more! Check it out!!!

Lot of Tim Holtz Mini Sidekick inspiration ideas were on hand too with the latest Side Order die collections, PERFECTLY sized for your Sidekick machine! Wouldn’t these be awesome for crafting projects on the go??

As always, there are amazing new dies on hand that you’ll need to add to your crafty-stash!

You don’t want to miss all these awesome Tim Holtz and Sizzix Alterations products! Click here to start shopping your favorites from their BRAND NEW release!

STAMPERS ANONYMOUS

Stampers Anonymous and Tim Holtz have a certain “magic touch” with their stamp designs. With a combination of stunning illustrations and intense detail, their red rubber cling stamps  always provide a creative spark for any crafter! Check out these awesome new stamps and stencils!

This stunning bouquet is fabulous… Imagine all fun techniques you could use with this one!

These silhouette images with the signature Tim Holtz typewriter text are so unique and would look awesome as an emboss resist!

Don’t forget that there is an entire brand new Tim Holtz and Stampers Anonymous collection that is available to reserve NOW!! Click here to start shopping this BRAND NEW release!

TONIC STUDIOS

Tools are by far one of the most important supplies within your creative space and as always, Tonic Studios and Tim Holtz have brought us some big time game-changers this year!

I think hands-down, the most popular tool this year will be the innovative Glass Media Mat. Made from tempered glass with a nonskid grip bottom, and two workspaces. Your creative process (plus mess and clutter control) just got a whole lot easier!

And Tonic has now rolled out a fresh new look for all their Tim Holtz brand products, with a classy black theme grounding the entire brand theme!

And another big favorite from the Tim Holtz and Tonic release is the edition of the more conveniently sized Travel Stamp Platform!! This is going to be the perfect “travel companion” for all your creative adventure in 2018 and beyond!

You’ll want to make sure you reserve your favorites from the latest Tonic Studios and Tim Holtz release! Click here to find them all in store now!

Make sure you also stay tuned to our social media channels and the Simon Blog all weekend for LOTS of Creativation excitement!

Hello everyone!! It’s Shari Carroll here to give you some helpful information about adhesives. I’m sure it’s super challenging to know what glues or tapes work best for cards and projects. I hope to give you some tips on which ones you’ll need for the right job!

Dry Adhesives Dry adhesives don’t require a drying time and most of them are permanent. They are perfect for sticking paper to paper as they don’t contain water so there is no warping to your paper.

Tape and Tape Runners

Kokuyo Dot Liner, Kokuyo Dot Liner refills, These are my most used adhesives, it is long lasting with 36m or dot tape. Plus Vellum Glue Tape, A great tape runner for tacking down vellum.

Be Creative Tape 9.5 mm Score Pal 1/4″ Crafting Tape, These tapes are super handy for adhering paper to paper and to add Fun Foam to a panel for dimension.

Adding dimension with Foam Dots and Foam Tape

If you like adding dimension to your cards, I have a few types that I like to work with. I lift everything up, it just looks better to me!

3M Foam Tape Roll: Cut the lengths needed for projects, this tape is great for creating shaker cards and lifting larger panels.

Foam Squares 1cm, Foam Squares .05cm: These are quick and easy to apply for smaller pieces.

Glue Sticks I like glue sticks for a few reasons. I use them for collaging papers together. They are dryer than fluid glues so there is less warping. I also like to use them for applying foil to my projects.

Ranger Mini Collage Glue Stick: Small size great for small areas.

Tonic Funky Glue Stick: This starts out purple and dries clear. It’s easy to see where you’ve applied your glue.

Glue Pens Glue pens are very handy to for glue down lightweight items. They are fluid but are used in small amounts. I use these for adhering die cuts and chipboards. These are also great for kids!

Zig 2 Way Glue Pen: This is a ball point pen tip that is great for applying glue to very detailed piece such as die cut words.

Tonic Medium Nuvo Glue Pen: This is a soft chisel tip pen that delivers glue as you draw.

Tonic Large Nuvo Glue Pen: Also a chisel tip but larger for bigger areas.

Fluid and Liquid Glues I use fluid and liquid glues for basic gluing and when I want to adhere embellishments. I consider glues for heavier items and a permanent hold.

Simon Craft Tacky Glue: This is a great all purpose glue. Use it for your sequins, beads, metal pieces and more. It has a fine tip point which can be trimmed down to suit your needs. The finish is between matte and glossy

Funky Glue Pen: This is a white craft glue which also has a fine tip for dispensing the glue. This had a finish between matte and glossy.

Tonic Deluxe Nuvo Glue: This is also a white glue with a fine detail applicator tip and dries to a clear finish.

Multi Matte Medium: This is a strong hold acrylic adhesive that dries to a nice matte finish. This can be used for image transfers and mixed medium projects.

Glossy Accents: A strong hold with a shiny glossy finish. You can use this to create a shine on your projects.

I have filmed a video showing some of these items. You can view it below or on our YouTube Channel HERE.

Thanks for stopping by! I hope you have a fantastic weekend!!

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