If you're like me and love adhesives as much as I do, then I know you'll really like the Tombow Multi Glue that's in the SU Spring/Summer '08 catalog. I know the glue is new to the catalog, but I'm sure it's been around for some time. I have to say it's awesome. The double ended applicators work very well, especially the pen tip which is excellent for applying beads to cards. Another thing I like is that the bond is very strong and the glue starts to set quickly. I also like that it works as a removable adhesive and I have found that works well for masking and templates. I didn't get mine from SU and by all means get it from them and they charge $5.25(Cdn.), but I got mine from Office Depot for $2.99(Cdn.) and it's the exact same. I know there will be a few SU demonstrators that will be upset with me, but hey we all have to save where we can (plus there'll be more money for stamps). This is a glue really is a must have, so get out there and buy one.

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Here's a challenge for everyone who needs something to do to relax for a few minutes before all the aunts, uncles, noisy nieces & nephews, and the dreaded in-laws show up for dinner. Maybe you just received a new set of stamps and you want to try them out. Well here's your chance, do my amazing Captain Crafter Holiday Bonanza Challenge. Have fun with it and Merry Christmas to all.

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Here's my creation for this weeks sketch challenge on SCS. I know Christmas isn't even over and I'm already onto Valentine's Day. I'm worst than shopping malls. LoL!

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Here's another challenge for you die hard stampers. Your card can be made with any combination of colours and any theme of your liking. Have fun and get stampin!

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I haven't posted a challenge in some time so here it is. Colours, embellishments, and little extras are all up to you. The only must do on this challenge is to keep the image to the RIGHT on the top layer just like in my sample. I can't wait to see what you all come up with, have fun.

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Here's my card for my latest challenge. I chose to stamp 'Giddy Up' , and I think it still comes off being a 'Way To Go' card. I used Sahara Sand for the card, and Chocolate Chip and Cool Caribbean for the rectangular window. Most will recognize that I used Wanted and Rough Edge Alpha. Of all places to find nice ribbon, Wal-Mart, but they had this cool patterned grosgrain which works very well here. Last but not least a couple of brads to finish it off.

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What do you do if you don't have the
really cool Build A Brad Kit from
Stampin' UP, well you make your own. To make them you need a large brad with at least 1/2" on the face, a 1/2" hole punch, crystal effects and a sanding block.

The first thing you need to do is sand off the paint around the edges of the brad(This is optional, especially if the brad is a nice colour). Next, you need to stamp an image that you are going to use for your project and punch it out. Now since we are using Crystal Effects (CE) you need something to hold the brad until the CE dries. I used a roll of two way tape to support the brad. The last step is to assemble the brad, first put a drop of CE on the face of the brad and add the image you've punched out. After that's done cover the top of the brad with CE and put it aside to dry. Now your done, simple.

This way of making a Build A Brad works, but I'm still going to get a package of Build A Brads soon. They're really cool and not as messy as my version.

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Here's this weekend sketch challenge. I decided to go with a simple layout this time, but, for this challenge you need to make a 'Way To Go' card. This is in honor of my friend Carrie (aka Artistic Avenger) who is going to be published in Take Ten Magazine. I think this is totally awesome!

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