Saturday, December 1, 2012

December/January 2013 Release Week Day 1

It's Release Week! For those of you that are new to Wplus9, we will spend the next couple of days getting up close and personal with the products that we will be releasing this month. All previewed items will be available for purchase on December 5th at www.wplus9.com and some of your favorite retailers.

This month we will be introducing 5 new stamp sets and 6 new dies!

This month is all about Valentine's Day and love. You know how much I love hearts. Well we've got them, and a lot of them at that! We've got a little something for every style and every age, and as always - they all work seamlessly together!

Today we are introducing:

Bitty Buddy Valentines

  • is a 6x8 clear photopolymer stamp set
  • 15 high quality photo-polymer stamps; 1 frame, 7 images, and 7 sentiments
  • will be available for purchase December 5th for $21
Bitty Buddies Companion Dies

  • coordinates with the Bitty Buddy Valentines stamp set
  • five separate dies wired together that can be easily snipped and separated
  • will be available for purchase December 5th for $9
Clear Cut Stackers: Rounded Rectangles Die

  • coordinates with the Bitty Buddy Valentines stamp set and many of our previously released sets
  • nested dies with an open center backed with a clear panel
  • cuts 4 graduated rounded rectangles in the following sizes: 3 7/8 x 2 7/8", 3 1/4 x 2 1/4, 2 5/8 x 1 5/8", and 2 x 1"
  • will be available for purchase December 5th for $18
XOXO Border Die

  • cuts an 7 1/4" continuous border in an XOXO pattern
  • measures approx. 7 1/4 x 1/2"
  • will be available for purchase December 5th for $6

First up, we are going to tackle those children's valentines with a stamp set and companion die that will capture your heart. Add the coordinating Clear Cut Stackers: Rounded Rectangles Die and completing these is as easy as it is fun! So let me show you the basics with a set of super simple valentines.

Aren't they adorable? Cute and fun, but still timeless, these little animals are so versatile. For this set, I started by stamping the frame image onto our white card stock.

You could easily trim these out and leave them square. Or you can use the Clear Cut Stackers: Rounded Rectangles Die to die cut them. I made these dies just a tad smaller than the frame so that you could stamp first and then cut when using this stamp.

So easy! You could stamp the animal images directly onto the base, or you can use the Bitty Buddies Companion Die like I did here.

I stamped all of my animals in black for continuity and to show how quickly you can whip these up with out a lot of fuss and they still look adorable.

There are several animals and punny sentiments to go along with each. I know, I know...punny. Hey, I'm good for it every now and then. But I did make sure that the sentiments could be used for non-valentine occasions. This makes it a perfect go-to year-round set to have on hand.

Next, I wanted to show you how you can step it up just a bit for another fun alternative.

OK, I don't normally do cute. But these are too much fun. I started with the same base, except this time I stamped them in our White pigment ink onto several bright colors of card stock and die cut them. I also used the second largest rectangle from Clear Cut Stackers: Rounded Rectangles to die cut the centers from our White card stock.

I stamped the border across the top and the bottom using Cupid's Arrow (more on that tomorrow) and added "Happy Valentine's Day" to each.

For the sentiments, I die cut a heart using our Clear Cut Stackers: Heart Die and added the appropriate sentiment to each.

A die cut and stamped animal finishes these off.

These were so easy and fun to create, and I think any kid would love to help put them together for their classmates.

I also wanted to show you how perfect these are for cards as well.

I stamped the frame image onto our Oatmeal card stock and just trimmed it out with my paper trimmer. I die cut the cute little penguin and added a heart, also from Bitty Buddy Valentines to his belly.

I added a sentiment from Winter Wishes and adhered it all to a Cupid's Bow card stock base.

How about a fun birthday card? I wanted to create a frame, so I first stamped and die cut my frame, then I used the second largest rectangle to cut out the center. I added the "totem pole" of animals making sure to tuck the lion under the frame, and letting the turtle pop out over.

The sentiment was added to the smallest rectangle using A Pocketful in our Black pigment ink. I added the star burst in the background using Super Star and matted it with our Lake House card stock before adhering it all to a White card base.

Finally, let's take a look at the XOXO Border Die.

I started by die cutting the XOXO border from Cupid's Bow and and Kraft card stock.

I selectively trimmed out portions and adhered them to an Oatmeal card base to create an alternating "XO" pattern.

That concludes Day 1 from me. I have tons more to share tomorrow, including more peeks at the XOXO Border Die. But the Design Team has plenty to share with you right now!

I really hope you enjoyed today's previews. Would you like to win today's featured products: Bitty Buddy Valentines, Bitty Buddies Companion Die, XOXO Border Die and the Clear Cut Stackers: Rounded Rectangles die? Just leave me a comment by 9:00 AM EST December 2nd telling me which of the Bitty Buddies is your favorite. I will select one random winner from all comments. Winners will be posted here.

Thanks for stopping by, I'll be back tomorrow!

80 comments:

  1. It's day #1 and I already have a list! Love these new sets, and I will definitely have to xo border die! I also can't wait to hear about this ink Ms. Dawn!!

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  2. LOVE the new sets and Bitty Buddy is so stinkin' cute!!

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  3. Fun! My kids would love these little cuties. I'd have to say the owl is my fav:)

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  4. OMG.... How cute are these little critters!!!!! I love them all!

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  5. Such an adorable set of little cuties! My favorite is the turtle!

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  6. Love these! My fav is that whale!! So cute:)

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  7. so cute. perfect valentine for any ages. Love the xo die.

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  8. I HAVE TO TYPE THIS, ALL IN CAPS - YES, I'M YELLING! I AM IN LOVE WITH THIS SET and YOUR AMAZING SAMPLES! GIRL - YOU ARE SO, INCREDIBLY TALENTED! Way to get this release COOKIN' with RED HOTS! Woot! Woot!

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  9. ADORABLE!!! That XO border is so fun, too, I love it! The kids' valentines are perfect, what a great set!

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  10. Cute Stamp set ! My fav is the OWL!!!!
    Loooooooove the XO die!!!

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  11. What fun! Love everything, especially the XO border!!

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  12. The valentines are adorable...and I'm loving the xoxo border!

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  14. Oh these are just perfect for those valentines day notes/letters for the little ones :) And my favorite one is definitely the turtle. The whale comes in a close second place!

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  15. How darn cute are those Bitty Buddies?!!!!! Absolutely adorable! I love the birthday card you created with them. I am also drooling over your CAS xo card :) I can't wait to see what else you have lined up for this release!

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  16. The lion is too cute, he's my favorite. Gosh, Dawn, this is a great set with coordinating dies, wow! Love the birthday card too!

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  17. These are just perfect for cute little Valentines -- and I love the happy little whale!

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  18. ooooh super cute!!! I looove owls , these are all gorgeous releases Dawn xx

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  19. These are SO cute without being cutesy!! I love their expressions...particularly the penguin...he has a wide-eyed surprised look!

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  20. Love the rectangle dies and Bitty Buddies is so cute! My favorite is the lion as he resembled my daughter's lion who goes everywhere with her!

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  21. Wow....I am so excited for this release. The "XO" die s just perfect. And the Lion is my favorite;).
    Heather j.

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  22. Omg what a cute set and creations wow and I love the dies!!!!

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  23. I love that frame and the cute little owl! Great projects!

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  24. My favorite must be owl! so so so cute!!!

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  25. LOVE!!
    This set is PERFECT for some kiddie's classes this year...
    and I die over that fabby frame!! :)
    And the XO die...
    you make it so easy to make me look good when whipping up some little lovin' treats! :)
    And my favorite out of this set...
    the turtle!
    Perfect for a girlie of mine! :)
    But you forgot the tornado image...
    which would be an accurate depiction of my boys! *giggle*

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  26. Cute, Cute, Cute!!!!! I am thinking the turtle is my favorite but they are all adorable! Looking forward to seeing more!

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  27. Awww, this is so adorable!! I love all the Buddies but the Lion's face is just too cute!! I'm loving the rounded rectangle dies. I'm thinking they would work great with Project Life too!

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  28. These are all so wonderful! I love the turtle!! I really like the rounded rectangles and the xo die. Thanks for the chance to win!!

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  29. aaawww... these new valentine's day stamps are just the cutest!!! your samples are super sweet!! the little penguin caught my eye... too cute!!

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  30. Whoa! That xoxo dies is so cute! I love how it can be used alone or as a border. Your cards were so cute today Dawn. Love the rounded edges to the new rectangle dies.

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  31. It doesn't get any cuter! My kids will love these... The penguin is my favorite!!

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  32. SO SO cute love them all!

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  33. Love the XOXO die and the stripey frame, I see lots of potential with these. The penguin buddy is my fave, how can you resist the cutie-pie!

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  34. I want it all! So super cute! The penguin is my favorite... can't wait for that striped frame!!

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  35. Those buddies are so cute! I'm loving them, and the rounded rectangles are so versatile! What a great start to the release!

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  36. How cute!! That little turtle is my favorite! Love the XOXO border!

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  37. Amazing talent. I love them all.

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  38. I think my fave is the whale....but the XOXO die is brilliant!

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  39. Super cute, the children's valentines cards (love the penguin) are adorable and I love that colorful Birthday card! Thanks for sharing and the chance to win!

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  40. What a generous giveaway; love the dies! (Also partial to the owl.) Thank you!

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  41. So cute! I love the striped frame, and I think my favorite is the lion! Everything looks so fun today! (By the way--which is your favorite Dawn?)

    Chris L.

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  42. Your cards are so adorable! I would love to make home-made Valentines. The turtle is my favorite!

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  43. The penguin is my favorite. The striped frame is striking and looks so cute with the bitty buddies.

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  44. Making your own adorable Valentines?! LOVE IT! I think that the whale is my favorite, although they are all adorable!

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  45. Way too cute! Too many cute ones to even begin to pick a favorite. Think they are all a must have.

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  46. Hmmm... I am a puppy person and there are no puppies... I think the turtle is my favorite of the bitty buddies, and I LOVE that XO die! I am so happy it is WPlus9 Design release time again! :)

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  47. Those kiddo Valentines are just too cute! And so much nicer than the store bought ones. They are all so adorable...but the lion has to be my favorite since you don't see many cute lions around craft land! Thanks for the chance to win.

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  48. Be still my heart! There's a penguin and my son will be wanting it regardless of what I say. LOL! I'm loving this release so far and can't wait to see the rest of it!

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  49. All the cards are absolute adorable. Love the new release, always look forward to it. TFS

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  50. I don't normally make Vday cards but these are too stinking cute and irresistible! Will have to add them onto my wish list.

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  51. They are all so super cute but I'm going with the Penguin. I love the striped frame with the rounded rectangles dies...just sublime...

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  52. Oh my goodness, these are just too darn cute! I love them all and can't wait to have my very own. Thanks for the chance to win too.

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  53. I absolutely love the cards that you and the design team have made!! These are such fun sets and will make some great creations!! Thanks for the chance to win them!!

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  54. Your cards are super! I don't normally do cute either, but these are too good to not make. Love the xo die. his is going to be a must have release!

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  55. Love these stamps and dies, they make adorable, simple and fast Valentines!!

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  56. That penquin is SO cute.And love that XO border A LOT!!!

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  57. So Cute! Simple and fun valentines!!

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  58. Oh my goodness, Dawn. This release looks so great and it's just day 1. That striped frame is incredible and those little animals are darling. I think the turtle is my fave. Can't wait to see the rest of the release.

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  59. These are so adorable, Dawn! I really like the striped frame and the fun XOXO die. My favorite animal is the lion even though they are all so sweet!

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  60. Oh my goodness....These Valentines are the cutest!

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  61. I love the little lion, they are super cute stamps!

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  62. Adorable Valentines! My favorite is the owl.

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  63. So, stinkin' adorable, girl! Really love that sweet, birthday card!

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  64. Oh, the owl... so so cute! TFS! This is such a versatile set!

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  65. That adorable owl is my fave! Way too cute!!

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  66. Oh I love that penguin, just too adorable!!!

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  67. I'm going to have to go with the turtle! :) Love his style!

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  68. WOW!! LOVING so many of the NEW Products!! THat border die is AWESOME!! =) I would say the turtle is my FAVORITE!! THANKS for sharing and for the chance to win!! =) Have a FABULOUS WEEKEND!! =)

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  69. Love all of them but the cute little turtle is my fave!!!

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  70. Wow these are adorable and sure to be all the rage!

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  71. So cute!! I especially love the xoxoxo die!!

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  72. how fun! ugh! I think I'm too late or too early! October? hehe

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  73. Wow these are really the cutest ever who doesn't want to have them? And that border die xoxoxo...........

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  74. These are super cute! They'd make great Valentines for my son's 3rd grade class!

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  75. Great release. I love the dies . Putting these on my wish list.

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  76. The punny sentiments are fresh and new! And I love the XO border die I've always loved that image and its meaning. And you've made it so nice and graphic.

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