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Crop-A-Dile Corner Chomper: The wait is over. In the making since last fall, this 2-in-1 corner rounder is now perfected, cutting both ¼” & ½” corner. Unlike some other industrial-type rounders, the Chomper works beautifully on thick OR thin projects. Use it on paper, cardstock, chipboard, leather, plastic, acrylic/poly and more!

Crafter’s Ultimate Magnetic Circle Cutter: We watched this go from a basic plastic drafting tool to this refined, easy-to-use, accurate & stable circle cutter. Use in conjunction with your magnetic mat, the strong magnet base securely holds the tool in place as you easily cut 4” up to 12” circles. The fully adjustable blade sets precisely where you want it. Just rotate with an easy grip knob. No more confusing parts and pieces to lock in place. I am really looking forward to playing with this one!

Crafter’s Ultimate Magnetic Twist Trimmer: This strong magnetic ruler makes it one of the most functional of crafting tools ever invented as well as being a cinch to use. Simply twist and trim. Using your magnetic mat, place the clear Twist Trimmer on top your project. The rotary blade is only engaged when twisted to avoid any accidents. You’ll love the versatility of this essential tool – reinvented!

And check out the optional scallop edge refill blade – a super buy at only $2.99

Crafter’s Ultimate RubOn Tool: Last, but not least, is the ergonomically designed rub on tool. Each end boasts a unique feature, one a spring-loaded ball tip for applying detailed designs and smaller rub ons. The blunt ball tip gives good coverage without marking or marring your project. The unique metal paddle tip offers a smooth rubbing surface that will cover large areas precisely. It won’t bend or wear off, yet the chrome finish slides easily across any surface. Prepare to be impressed!

Check out the FANTASTIC NEW Glue Arts Glue Glider PRO

There are lots of different types of adhesive runners but only GlueArts brings you value along with an easy glide-on dispensing action. Easy to hold in the palm of your hand, the unit measure appx 3" x 6" along with a handle, allowing you to apply a small controlled amount or a continuous line of fabulous adhesive . Pressure sensitive adhesive permanently adheres any item to any surface. When you add it all up, GlueArts® Glue Glider® is one of the coolest, most cost effective new adhesive solution available.

You won’t have to worry about reloading in the middle of a project with the easy slip-in, disposable cartridges. No more messy threading or opening delicate dispensers. Cartridges are available in .............

Perma Tac: Lays down 1/16" pre cut adhesive slivers. A sprocket control allows you to dispense very few at a time or run for a continuous line. Refill cartridges are 40' in length.

Repositionable: Lays down a continuous 1/4" wide line of adhesive which can be rolled up and disposed of if needed. Refill cartridge contains 65' of adhesive - an exceptional value!

High Tac: Adhesive is dispensed in tiny dots similar to Hermafix. Advantages are NO gummy mess around the roller, NO need to thread & feed refills, PLUS this easy, slip in refill cartridge contains 60' of adhesive as opposed to 49'.

And let's not forget Glue Arts answer to Glue Dots or Zots. Glue Arts version contains 300 dots for ONLY $1.99! What a deal.

I LOVE this stuff!

Core'dinations ColorCore Cardstock

What is it? A sandable cardstock that has a "core'dinating" core color instead of a white core. Heavy weight, 80 lb., premium, acid and lignin free. Sand, tear or antique it to reveal the beautiful core colors and add your own creative touch. Canvas texture on one side and smooth on the other!

Sanding removes the surface color on only the raised portions of the texture.
For a rougher, worn look, use a lower grit sandpaper - 100 grit or less. Remember, the lower the number the rougher the sand paper.
For a more subtle, blended look, use a higher grit sandpaper, such as a 180 or 220 grit. Sanding the non-textured side of the cardstock with a higher grit will create a very blended, subtle look.

Tearing allows you to outline the surface color with the Core'dinating Core.
For a wider torn section, pinch the paper between the thumb and forefinger of each hand where you want the tear to begin. As the paper begins to tear, do not reposition your fingers. Use the direction of pull to guide the torn edge.
For a narrower tear line, pinch the paper between the thumb and forefinger of each hand where you want the tear to begin. Tear in increments of one inch and then reposition your fingers to follow the torn edge.

Antiquing combines both tearing and sanding with crumpling to add another level of dimension.
Depending on the desired outcome, you can lightly crumple specific areas of the sheet or crumple the entire sheet into a ball. Flatten the sheet as desired, and sand the area you want to antique. For a more subtle look, flatten the sheet as much as possible prior to sanding.
You can also use more advanced level techniques such as spritzing and heat flattening. Lightly spritzing the sheet with water prior to crumpling, then ironing on a low heat setting, will allow the sheet to flatten more.
Crumpling and sanding the un-textured side of the cardstock will also create a more subtle look.

It's a great cardstock to work with. There are so many different things you can do! It's definately "Leila and Jonna approved"!

Until next time…Happy Scrappin’!

coredinations.com

What is it? A sandable cardstock that has a "core'dinating" core color instead of a white core. Heavy weight, 80 lb., premium, acid and lignin free. Sand, tear or antique it to reveal the beautiful core colors and add your own creative touch. Canvas texture on one side and smooth on the other!

Get inspired from all of the scrapbooking ideas in our gallery, which is full of free project and layout ideas.

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