Die cutting and embossing have never been easier thanks to this innovative new platform from Lifestyle Crafts! A magnetic platform that holds dies in place? Genius!

This system includes two mats, one for embossing and one for cutting (see the chart below for more details on each mat). The cutting mat is new and improved, longer-lasting with less curling. As a bonus, we have included a one-of-a-kind nesting die (a $24.99 value) for free!

The Genius Ultimate Platform works with all leading die-cutting tools, so there is no need to buy a new machine! We know that many of you have already fallen in love with this product. How has it made crafting easier for you?

Have you recently bought a die-cutting machine, but aren't sure where to begin?  Ginger from Ginger Snap Crafts has put together a fun and easy tutorial on how to die cut with Lifestyle Crafts Revolution.  The best part about this handy tool is that it has a magnetic bottom so your dies stay in place!

For the complete die-cutting tutorial using our flower die, head over to Ginger Snap Crafts.

For a limited time only, the Revolution die-cuting tool is on sale for a great price of $59.99.  The Revolution tool is durable and compact with a 4" wide magnetic platform. It is for use with dies smaller than 4" wide (perfect for 4x4 dies).  If you're looking to cut larger dies with this tool, the 4" x 12" platform and cutting mat is available for purchase here and here. 

Purchase your Revolution here while supplies last!

The holiday season seems to produce the greatest memories and photos, which make for the best scrapbooking layouts.  We've pulled together some of our favorite holiday layouts to inspire you. Let them inspire you to make a layout of your own to submit as your entry for the I Made This grand prize! These first 3 layouts are created with the Be Splendid cutting dies.  For a list of products used on a particular layout, click on the image.

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Sometimes it's hard to find the perfect holiday paper.  By downloading the Holiday WIsh Digital Kit, you receive 10 jpeg digital papers, 20 png embellishments and 3 digital scrapbook page templates.  With the jpeg files, you can print out the patterns on cardstock and use them on your layouts.  You can also create digital pages.

Below are a couple of layouts made with the Holiday Wish Digital Kit.  They are designed by Noriko Honda. 

Happy Holidays! Don't forget to enter to win the Fuji Intax Camera, lens, and film!  Click here for details. 

We have a fabulous holiday project to share with you today. It comes from designer Shaunte Wadley. These holiday trees are a great way to decorate your home or party.  

Supplies needed:
-Fringe edge die from the Edge It Kit (pictured below)
-Nesting Star die
-Hot glue gun
-Cone form (styrofome or whatever your craft store has)
-Bead garland (purchase at craft or dollar store) 

Using your fringe edge die, cut out several pieces using cardstock of your choice.  Then, wrap the pieces around a cone form and curl them up.  Be sure to use a heavy duty glue or a hot glue gun. Finish off the tree with some bead garland and a star on top (tutorial below).  Shaunte also used glitter spray to add some bling to her trees. For the base, you can use whatever you would like.  Shaunte created a base with a large scallop and circle (cut with her digital cutting tool).  

Shaunte was kind enought to show us how to make the stars that go on top of the tree.  Follow these instructions for perfect, dimensional stars! 

1- Cut two matching sized stars from paper of your choosing, using Nesting Stars dies.

2- Using a bone folder, or embossing tool, score the star from tip to center of inside point.

3- Continue to score each point.

4- Fold scored lines up, and towards inside of the star to create a three dimensional effect. 

Don't forget that today is the last day to enter last week's giveaway: a dream craft workspace valued at $800!  All you have to do to enter is subscribe to this blog. The winner will be announced sometime this week.