by Sandy McCauley | Dec 3, 2016 | Christmas, Free Files, Free Videos, MTC, PCS, Popup Cards
I love Popup Card Studio SOOOO much that after signing up for a Christmas-themed gift tag swap, I immediately decided to design a gift tag that would also be a popup card:
I wanted a whimsical design and easily located a free Rudolph image using Google and traced it in MTC. I employed my usual approach of starting the design in MTC where it always seems easier to visualize the final product. I used a free font called Christmas Light Indoor for the To and From elements. Then I copied and pasted those into Popup Card Studio and created the popup design for the inside of the tag. I exported this popup as an SVG file to reopen in MTC. It’s important to note that if you are a KNK Force owner, you need to do this so that the fold lines can be broken and rejoined before the file is exported and opened in C3 for cutting to the Force.
I used both the Maxx Air and the Force to cut all parts. Because the Force has easy and accurate PNC, I used it for the colored To/From pieces and for the Merry Christmas greeting. I also used it for the popup insert because the Force has dual heads, thus capable of scoring and cutting the popup all in one step. Given that I was making 16 of these tags, I needed efficiency!
While the Force was doing its cuts, the Maxx Air handled the cutting of 16 sets of red, white, green, light brown, dark brown, and black pieces used in these tags. Now, if only KNK USA would come up with a machine to do all of that tedious gluing it took to create Rudolph’s head! LOL When I started organizing the file to share with everyone, it occurred to me that some crafters might like Rudolph to also be a single PNC element so that the tedious gluing of small pieces would be eliminated. No problem! I added several variations to the file that I’m sharing here.
The file contains an MTC format file, a SCAL format file, and individual SVG files for those cutting with the Force or importing into a different program. Also, for those using other design software, the PNC elements have been included as individual PNG files. To verify sizing, the tag should be 4.75″ in height.
If you’re into popup cards, think about buying Popup Card Studio. It takes a little practice maneuvering in the software but there are lots of free videos to help you learn it:
PCS Demo
Intro to PCS
Two Line Card in PCS
and dozens of other PCS videos here: Susan Bluerobot
If you have any questions, please post!
by Sandy McCauley | Aug 7, 2016 | Events and Retreats, Retreats, Uncategorized
Come join us in Big Rapids, Michigan on October 7th, 8th, and 9th, 2016 for our KNK fall retreat. Michele Harvey, from Team KNK will be our instructor as we learn, explore, and get inspired with our KNK Cutters and Make The Cut software. Michele is a talented instructor/presenter for KNK and comes with years of experience in the field. We will have an added bonus for those of us with the new KNK Force. Darrel Farris will be attending the retreat and has offered to share some tips and/or activities that I know will be a big benefit to all. Darrel is such an asset to Team KNK and has so much to share!
The Retreat Includes:
✩ 4 great meals
✩ 6 – 7 classes
✩ Demonstrations
✩ Make-n-Takes
✩ Free goodies
✩ One-on-one assistance
✩ Class notes and files
✩ Cutting materials
Cost and Accommodations
The cost for the Anchored in Inspiration KNK Retreat, including all of the above, is $295.00 per person. Participants are responsible for travel expenses and room cost at the Holiday Inn and Conference Center in Big Rapids, MI. The discounted room cost for the retreat participants is $119.00 plus tax. If you’d like to reduce your cost by sharing a room, let us know and we may be able to help you find a roommate. When you call to reserve a room, be sure to let them know you are participating in the KNK Retreat so that you get this group rate.
DEADLINE TO RESERVE A ROOM: Sept 7, 2016
Holiday Inn Hotel & Conference Center
1005 Perry Avenue
Big Rapids, MI
Phone: (231)796-4400
Schedule
The conference room will open at 3:00 PM with the first class starting at 4:00PM. Dinner will be served, followed by classes, demonstrations, and an evening workshop. Saturday will be filled to the brim with classes, demonstrations, challenges, games, lunch, dinner, and an evening workshop. On Sunday, we will have one more class, followed by a light meal, some final Q & A, and parting gifts. The event will conclude at 1:00PM.
Participation in all classes and demonstrations is optional, so you can head out any time to enjoy the local attractions. We encourage you to bring your cutter, but it’s not a requirement to join us as we will have extras and will seat everyone for sharing as needed.
If you would like to have a guest join us for a meal, please include the request in your application. We will provide actual pricing after we have a final count. This retreat is available for 25 attendees, and we will have a waiting list in case of cancellations.
***Reserve Your Spot***
1) Complete the online registration here. Please complete all of the questions – each retreat is customized to the responses you provide. If you prefer, you can email Laurie at theredcabinstudio@gmail.com to let us know you wish to attend. We will send you a short application form to complete, scan, and return. If you do not receive a response within 24 hours, please contact Laurie.
2) Send $125 deposit by check, money order, or PayPal to Laurie Nash. If you use PayPal, please enter theredcabinstudio@gmail.com and the amount.
THE DEADLINE FOR MAKING A DEPOSIT IS September 7, 2016. The $170 balance will be due Sept 23, 2016.
