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Monday, May 10, 2010

CRICUT CRAWL- FANTABULOUS CRICUT



Welcome  to the "Fantabulous Cricut Crawl"...our version of a blog hop!
If you've come from visiting NANA at You Unique Reflections you're in the right place!  If you've just happened across my blog and would like to play along with our Fantabulous Cricut Crawl, start here.

For our Fantabulous Cricut Crawl, each Design Team member will be featuring a specific element related to using your Cricut.   There will be prizes along the way AND there will be a grand prize for the participant that incorporates the most featured elements on ONE project!!!  How fun is that? 

The element I've chosen to feature for the crawl is...


Shadow


When selected, this Feature creates a larger shadow image of every letter, shape, or phrase that is selected. When the Shadow Feature is active, the Shadow key will be backlit in green and stay lit until you depress it.

TIP: When sizing a Shadow to fit a letter, shape, or phrase, use the same dial size thatwas selected on the base image or original letter. Example: If you’ve cut a 2-inch “A” and you now want a Shadow of it, keep the Size Dial set at 2 inches just press the Shadow button.

TIP: Using just the Shadow by itself creates a chunky version of the original font.  Sometimes it's good just to use the shadow if you need fatter letters.

 

Now from Create A Critter, here is a tag project from beginning to end using the shadow feature on the frog.  Create a Critter is probably the easiest cartridge I've ever owned for layering!




Now it's your turn!  Use the Shadow feature on your project.  I can't wait to see what you come up with!
The prize for my blog is a $20.00 gift certificate to Custom Crops. Link your project to Fantabulous Cricut using the Shadow feature for a chance to win! While you're here, leave a comment and become a follower for another chance to win! 

Next stop.. Robin'sblog at Robin's Creative Cottage.  Go see what Robin has in store for you today...  And when you're done, make sure to link up your project to FCCB's Fantabulous Cricut Crawl post to be entered into the contest!  Try to see how many elements you can add to your project!!!

Happy Crawling!



(Tips courtesy of the Cricut Manual) 

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27 comments:

  1. The Cropping CanuckMay 10, 2010 at 8:52 AM

    I just became a follower. Thanks for the chance to win!

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  2. BobbiMay 10, 2010 at 10:27 AM

    Love this cart, he is so cute. I am already a follower

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  3. Angi BarrsMay 10, 2010 at 10:35 AM

    Great tips Penny! And thanks for your congrats today! Love your cute tag and your blog!

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  4. JacquiMay 10, 2010 at 12:50 PM

    That little frog is so cute. I love what you did at the end to make him stand out, I think that added effort reaaly finishes at cricut off.

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  5. Lori (THCEO)May 10, 2010 at 2:10 PM

    Penny, I love your detailed explanation of this feature! And your froggy tag is tooooooo cute!

    Thanks for all your work on this...fabulous! :)

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  6. Dakota BearMay 10, 2010 at 2:41 PM

    The frog tag is a happy tag. Thank you for the tips

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  7. Holly C.May 10, 2010 at 3:06 PM

    I am now a follower! Love your blog design. I love the shadow feature! I use it for most of my cuts! Love that frog!

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  8. DtsArtMay 10, 2010 at 4:18 PM

    Good write up of the shadow feature. Excellent post.

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  9. BrendaBMay 10, 2010 at 5:08 PM

    Great tip on using the shadow by itself! That would work so well on some of the thinner, more "temperamental" fonts!

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  10. Char DobsonMay 10, 2010 at 6:12 PM

    Love the shadow feature, myself! I blogged about the Cricut Crawl and your personal giveaway:
    http://vanillabeancreations.blogspot.com/2010/05/winner-winner-chicken-dinner.html

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  11. TammyMay 10, 2010 at 10:18 PM

    What a lovely job you did on your shadow project. Here is one I did just recently...i love the shadow part. http://tamminniesdesigns.blogspot.com/2010/05/my-sons-upcoming-prom-is-saturdaylayout.html
    smiles...Tammy

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  12. Robin's Creative CottageMay 11, 2010 at 1:56 AM

    Great post about the shadow feature.... your layout is wonderful and the froggy.... oh so cute!!!!

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  13. AnonymousMay 11, 2010 at 7:32 AM

    Love the layout, Penny, and that cute froggy tag! I LOVE the shadow feature. I think EVERY cart should have it! I'll have to make time this evening so I can finish the crawl!

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  14. UnknownMay 11, 2010 at 7:32 AM

    I might have to look into that cartridge. You always make the cutest things with it. Check out my crawlin' thing when you get a chance.

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  15. Jill BaylessMay 11, 2010 at 8:38 AM

    Love the detailing on the frog, and the two different colors layered makes him hop, I mean pop. I also wish every cart had that feature.

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  16. LynnetteMay 11, 2010 at 12:40 PM

    Oh...oh...oh.... I have a birthday card to make for DD bff so I WILL be able to accomplish this one.

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  17. Tigger70May 11, 2010 at 6:35 PM

    I always have a hard time with shadows. Thank you so much for the tip.

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  18. Gwen's Busy Little HandsMay 11, 2010 at 10:44 PM

    The little frog tag is seriously cute. Glad I hopped along or rather crawled along...hehehe.

    Smiles!
    Gwen

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  19. JeanMay 12, 2010 at 12:42 AM

    Great tips Penny. I am now a follower and I used the shadow feature in my layout entry for the FC challenge!

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  20. MadisonMay 12, 2010 at 10:02 AM

    Penny: I love the shadow on the Create a Critter frog. So cute. I used the shadow feature a couple of times this week in the FCCB Crawl challenge. If you want to check it out here it is: www.funkycards.blogspot.com
    Thanks for the extra chance to win. I am now a follower!
    ~Madison

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  21. MelissaMay 12, 2010 at 5:33 PM

    This crawl was so much fun! I am now following you and I used the shadow for my sun and my egg

    http://melissascrappenplace.blogspot.com/2010/05/fantabulous-cricut-crawl-layout.html

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  22. Sandy HentzelMay 12, 2010 at 8:44 PM

    Love the shadow feature!!! Here is my project using the shadow feature.
    http://scrapbookblessings.blogspot.com/2010/05/baby-shadow.html

    I'm a follower too.

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  23. JessicaMay 13, 2010 at 2:43 PM

    I'm now a follower of your blog. Love the frog. I just made 60 froggy invites for my sons 1st birthday. It would of been really nice to have this cricut cut out instead of doing them by hand. :)

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  24. KateMay 14, 2010 at 11:44 AM

    Thanks for the challenge! I used shadows for most aspects of my layout. You can find details on my blog (http://smallbitsofpaper.blogspot.com/2010/05/lady-lenore-layout-fantabulous-cricut.html). I posted at Fantabulous Cricut as well. I found them through your blog and have had a delightful time creating this layout! I'm following you now - and hope to see more projects with plays on words.

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  25. MelissaMay 14, 2010 at 9:58 PM

    I also made a card for this challenge. I used the shadow on the top note shape I used for my sentiment/journal. I am also following you. Thanks for sharing all your awesome creations!

    http://melissascrappenplace.blogspot.com/2010/05/fantabulous-cricut-crawl-card.html

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  26. MelissawardMay 16, 2010 at 4:01 AM

    What a great idea this was!! I used the shadow all over my card. Pooh is done in shadow along with Eeyore.

    http://melissaward72.blogspot.com/2010/05/cricut-crawl.html

    Im so new to this I just hope I have done it right.
    THank you again!

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  27. Mary JeanMay 16, 2010 at 3:43 PM

    thanks for a great challenge!

    http://maryjeansgoldenmemories.blogspot.com/2010/05/crawl-challange.html

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