Talk Time Tuesday.......Did you see this!

Check this out! Posted Yesterday on the Cricutblog.org site.
Thank you Cricut Friends for the wonderful comments and support!  I am so happy to hear that this book will help so many make the most of this FABULOUS machine!  I am working on the Gypsy book now and would love to have your input on what you would like to see included.  I will also be needing Advanced Gypsy projects so be sure and stop by my site and drop me a note on the Contact me Form or by email Rcathierigby@aol.com
My website is www.CreativeCutterRoom.com  (CCR isn't that a nice coincidence!)

NEW Cricut Expression Guide! (By Cathie Rigby, Gibbs Smith Publisher) PLUS! FREE DOWNLOAD!

The new Cricut Expression book by Cathie Rigby is finally here! Let’s celebrate by having a giveaway! We will be giving away 10 copies of the book right here on the Cricut Blog!  For a chance to win, all you have to do is “Like” us on the Official Cricut Facebook Page  and follow us on theOfficial Cricut Pinterest Page! Once you start following us, leave a comment on this thread by midnight, Thursday, May 3rd 2012, and you will be entered to win! The 10 winners will be announced here on the Cricut Blog on Friday, May 4th, 2012.

For those of you who would like to purchase this amazing book, the publisher, Gibbs-Smith, has offered 40% off just for our Cricut fans!  CLICK HERE to purchase the book from the Gibbs-Smith site and enter the promo code CRICUT40 at checkout! This offer is good through the end of June 2012.

In a clear and accessible way, Cathie Rigby teaches the basics of the Cricut Expression™ machines (both the original and the new Cricut Expression™ 2) and cutting for beginners. For advanced crafters, this book instructs on features such as modes and functions, and teaches how to create with color, texture, and dimension. A cutting guide teaches the perfect settings to cut every type of material. A separate chapter introduces the new features of Cricut Expression™ 2 and explains how it differs from the original Expression machine. More than 50 creative projects inspire ideas for home décor, gifts, parties, cards, and scrapbook layouts.

First, each project lists all necessary materials:

Next, you’ll find a handy matrix listing all of the die-cut cartridge pieces required in full detail:

If you’ve purchased a Cricut Expression or Expression 2 and don’t have the time to surf blogs for tips and ideas, this book is a quick and easy resource for you! At a retail price of $19.99, it’s a solid investment for new users, or those feeling like they need to add some variety to their Cricut crafting!

Find out more by visiting Gibbs Smith Publisher! (Test it out by downloading four projects (PDF) for FREE!)

Stop by the Creative Cutter Room SHOP to pick up your copy today!

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