A Special Message from Stacey Caron
Hello my paper crafting friends,
It’s Stacey here with my husband, Jeff. We are the co-creators of the Wizard. We started with a small idea in 2003: make a universal die cut machine with die templates that are the most detailed on the market. We are so thrilled to be celebrating our 5th Anniversary with you, our loyal customers and fans.
I want to take this opportunity to thank all my Spellbinders’ Designers and Bloggers for their inspiring and beautiful sneak peeks. Its true, Spellbinders Die Templates are the most beautiful and detailed dies available today but it’s our designers that give you the wonderful vision on how to apply our die templates to your paper crafting projects. My vision from the beginning of Spellbinders was to form a Design Team SUPERIOR to any in the industry. I think that goal has been achieved! I am looking forward to all the new 2009 Design Team Contest entries pouring in after CHA!
Immediately after CHA last summer I started to create the new die concepts that you see today… truly it’s never ending. After reading some of the posts from our awesome supporters, I realized that most of you do not know how or who makes the Spellbinders’ Die Templates come alive…
Toni has been with us since the beginning of Spellbinders and Fernando is going on two years with the company! Time flies when you are having fun. So, thank you from the bottom of all of our hearts for your support, it really does mean the world to us that you like the newest designs… it makes all my sleepless nights worth it.
I have been watching the excitement from everyone’s posts over the past few weeks. It has been a blast to see the list of die templates grow each day. To see all the comments come in from excited paper crafters and the very excited winners, has been priceless.
Anyone who knows me, knows this next comment is so true
“If I could, I’d give you all prizes! (but then I couldn’t send my boys to college some day!! And aren’t they adorable!!)”
So, before I say bye for now, I have to tease you just a little. We have created one more new and fabulous product that I know you are going to swoon over. But you’ll have to wait a few more days. We will introduce this innovative product right here, on our Blog the day the Craft and Hobby Association Trade Show opens: Sunday, January 25,
9 am Pacific Time. You will want to be here.
I do have a little hint: imagine we got tired of embossing and wanted to spend some time debossing. Well, let that simmer a bit and come visit back here on Sunday to see what the buzz is about.
Then check out the website to see all the new die templates that are being released! We can’t wait because there is much more to come!
Well, its time to pack my bags, we’re off to CHA! Come see all the new products and artwork in booth 4873, and say hello too!
Yours in the details,
Stacey
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January 20th, 2009 at 8:21 am
Wish I could be at CHA, will be watching for pictures. Your boys are adorable (handsome), I know you are very proud of them. They have a very talented Mom, keep up the good work, sorry for the sleepless nights. Know how that is. God Bless and have a safe and enjoyable trip.
January 20th, 2009 at 9:35 am
I also wish I could be at CHA. I live in Florida all the way across country, and am not able to attend. I have really enjoyed browsing the blogs and checking out the new dies. They are awesome.
Yes, your boys are handsome and we do want them to go to college. Thanks for your generosity in all the giveaways. I am looking forward to getting some of the new dies, and maybe even winning some. Thanks and God Bless. Have a wonderful time at CHA.
January 20th, 2009 at 11:31 am
Hi Stacey, just a quick note to say thank you for the giveaways…even tho’ I have not won anything - yet!, I am excited for those who have….they are going to love them!!!!! I use mine almost everytime I make a card and would not trade them for anything. Saving my dollars to get a few of the new ones out…unless, of course, I win.
Blessings,
Jan
January 20th, 2009 at 11:39 am
How cool to be able to go to CHA! Your products and projects will a hit! I’m so glad you followed your dreams and your dreams keep getting bigger and better. Have a blast at CHA!! Your family is just adorable.
January 20th, 2009 at 11:39 am
You are the creators of the best equipment and unusual designs for artists, so you do not have to worry about at the premiere at the CHA.
I’d like to be there with you, touch these great, new dies and be able to buy them.
But it’s only a dream.
Good luck.
Salute, lengow.
January 20th, 2009 at 12:13 pm
What a wonderful lot of new dies you have released, I haven’t bought all the old ones I want yet but I will have to have some of the new ones.
When is Xcaliber coming out? I had to sell my Wizard as it was too hard for me.
January 20th, 2009 at 1:40 pm
Hi, Stacey!
Good luck with the show! I know you all will do well :0)
So excited about these new releases!
Hats off to Toni, Fernando & you for such great designs!!
MargieH
January 20th, 2009 at 3:16 pm
THANK YOU for such a wonderful product. Anxious to see what you have in store for us.
January 20th, 2009 at 3:46 pm
Hi Stacey - I just wanted to say a quick thank you and congratulations for the amazing releases in this round. I am very happy with the Spellbinders dies I already own and look forward to adding to them in the weeks, months and years to come! I wish you all success at CHA!
January 20th, 2009 at 4:04 pm
Wishing you and your family all good wishes and thank you so much for the great dies you make.
thank you for this contest and a chance to be a winner…
I first saw you at a scrapbooking expo and you were there demonstrating the wizard and your great dies..Your husband was at the register and one of your boys was at his feet…and the other one was on the floor near you…The whole family was involved and your boys were a lot smaller..
Best of all to you and your family and again Thank You.
pat
January 20th, 2009 at 4:07 pm
Thank you for sponsoring the contests. The dies are incredible and so versatile. The different projects for each design have really gotten those creative sparks flying! There are many talented people out there but it still takes good products like the Spellbinders dies to make those projects possible. I LOVE those new flowers, and while my collection of the dies is slowly growing, these dies are my always first choice for anything I make. You cannot believe how many people will comment on the detail and the embossing…and they are even more amazed when they see the projects my students make no matter the age, grade level or ability level! They all want to know how it’s done, and cannot believe how simple it really is to make something that looks so beautiful. Thank you!!
January 20th, 2009 at 4:08 pm
Stacey, we know that is so true. You and your boys are beautiful! Good luck at CHA!
P.S. Would it be possible to do a die reveal everyday for a year?
January 20th, 2009 at 5:23 pm
Stacey! Congratulations to you and your family, and your staff! I love to hear about small businesses growing and growing. You have a product in demand. :o) what a great place to be. I wish you continued success!
Take care and STAY POSITIVE!!
January 20th, 2009 at 5:49 pm
Can’t wait to see what’s posted on the blog for Sunday! You look super gorgeous and your boys are growing so dang fast.
hugs
Hollu
January 20th, 2009 at 6:20 pm
Thank you for all the wonderful ideas. I wish you a safe and prosperous trip to CHA and can’t wait to see what else you come up with!
January 20th, 2009 at 6:28 pm
Can’t wait for Sunday!! Love the pictures you shared with us and hope you have a wonderful trip!
Gail S.
P.S. I love my Nestabilities!!!
January 20th, 2009 at 7:19 pm
I just caved in after a LONG fight with myself and bought my first “Nesties” a couple of weeks ago, the Pinking circles and the Label II dies. Now I’m a goner, especially after this release!!! I also discovered the Shapeablilites and the Edgeablities! Oh My!!! My husband will not be happy. Thank you so much for the contest fun and you do indeed have a Superior Design Team.
January 20th, 2009 at 7:27 pm
Congrats to you on such a superior product and innovation. I’ve loved seeing the evolution through the years, here’s to many more!
January 20th, 2009 at 7:35 pm
Stacey,
I have totally enjoyed this journey of Sneak peeks! I got to meet some uber talented ladies, and see some great samples. I just can’t believe that I have to wait to buy some of these now!
have fun at CHA, you will be a huge success no doubt!!!
Diane Cooper
Toronto, Canada
January 20th, 2009 at 7:59 pm
Stacey,
Thank you for 5 years of wonderful, innovative products. I finally broke down about 3 years ago and bought my purple Wizard (thanks in large part to Jane’s recommendation in the Yahoo group!). I’ve never regretted my decision and your designs just keep getting better and better! I wish I could be at CHA to give you a great big hug, but that’s not in the cards for me (at least this year), so I’ll just settle for a virtual {hug} for now. (my fingers are still crossed that I’ll win one of the last prizes as part of the sneak preview, otherwise I’ll go broke buying all those dies!!!)
January 20th, 2009 at 8:07 pm
I have been in love with Nestabilities since the first time I saw them a few years ago. I love creating with them and am so thankful for the sneak peeks. I’ll start shopping now! Beautiful dies, beautiful projects, thanks so much Stacey and the Spellbinders DT!!!
January 20th, 2009 at 10:49 pm
Hi Stacey,
I checked out your phots. The boys are growing up so fast. They are quite handsome. So I found your blog and I’m leaving you a message. I can’t wait to see you in March and get a personal tour of all that Arizona has to offer. I miss you guys so much, friends like you and Jeff are not easy to come by.
I love you,
Laura
January 21st, 2009 at 4:18 am
Oh my gosh Stacey - the boys are getting so big - I love this picture of you!!!! Have a great time at CHA - these dies are gonna sell like hotcakes!!!!!! I need to place an order!
Hugs
January 21st, 2009 at 4:49 am
Stacey – you are such a tease!!! I am more than happy to support your children’s education along with my growing habit of having to add to my ever growing collection of spellbinders dies:) Kudos to you and your team for once again coming up with a showstopper collection!!! I’ve already started saving my scrapbook allowance – Just one of your loyal fans from the yesteryears
January 21st, 2009 at 5:16 am
So sorry that the sneak peeks are over! They were my new best friends every morning and I loved the excitement in the air~the designers are so talented and I’m amazed at the creative innovation of Stacey and her ability to produce so many amazing dies. Thinking outside the box, the quality of dies, and a huge selection really does make Spellbinders the best. Thanks for your generosity of the give-aways and congratulations on 5 years of GREAT products!
January 21st, 2009 at 5:28 am
I’m rapidly adding to my collection of Nestabilites, and cannot wait to get some of these newest ones you featured . I just LOVE the dahlia and that will be my first order.
Thanks for the wonderful showcasing of your products through all these fabulous blogs. The inspiration is limitless. TFS all the great photos too, and have a blast at CHA! I can’t wait to see the latest new toys!
January 21st, 2009 at 10:34 am
Thanks for all the fun…AGAIN. I follow like a puppy dog with my tail wagging everytime you release new dies. I am addicted and think I have to have them all. So, your kids can go to Harvard..I will pay for it eventually..lol.
Great job, keep up the great work and have a great time at CHA.
Tammy
January 21st, 2009 at 8:55 pm
Thank you for doing this! You have a great team and you obviously know how to lead them because you create a mania when the new dies are announced. Congratulations on your success! And thank you again.
January 21st, 2009 at 9:09 pm
Spellbinders is indeed the best product in the market. It has no competition really because the results you get with the Spellbinders dies are absolutely professional and the designs available are incredible. You cannot get these kins of results with the cricut or other cutting machines!
January 22nd, 2009 at 5:34 am
Thanks so much for bringing us such wonderful, innovative dies. Love them. And thank you for sharing such a fun release and awesome prizes.
January 22nd, 2009 at 6:46 am
Thank you so much for such a fun and inspiring few weeks! I am a fairly new convert to your dies, but they are already ones I reach for again and again on my projects. It’s wonderful to hear about a company being so successful, especially in these tough times - all the best at CHA!
January 23rd, 2009 at 6:41 pm
Stacey - What a wonderful idea you and your husband had not so many years ago. It’s great to know that good ideas can become a reality. I know I’ve enjoyed using your products. They certainly have helped me create some beautiful cards which in turn makes me feel like an artist. Thanks so much for your hard work….I’m sure there have been sacrifices, too, so thanks for those, as well.
January 24th, 2009 at 11:05 am
Hi Stacey.
Sadly I missed out on all the drama of the last few weeks. I have just found out about your wonderful die system! (Blog hopping) You and your team are inspirational - I have a list as long as my arm of the ‘dies’ I need….alas it will take me a lifetime to buy!! I’m eager to see the new additions tomorrow. Your family look lovely and you must be very proud of all you have achieved. Have a lovely weekend - safe trip.
Heather (in the UK)
January 26th, 2009 at 1:22 pm
Hi Stacy -
I first saw your products on a card maker’s blog! We met in the stamp aisle at Michaels. I LOVE your products! Santa didn’t bring me my Nesties for Xmas… I promise, I wasn’t bad (we just make it all about our girls!) However, my bday is coming up! I’m hoping my husband orders them quick! I want to submit for the Design Team, but I don’t think I’ll have them in time!
Have a great show!
February 21st, 2009 at 9:44 am
Hi Stacy,
I live in the UK. in a village near a small town called Evesham.
This is the first time I have seen your blog. I have been in love with your products from day 1, I saw a small piece about the wizard on a programme called Create and Craft on our shopping channels, that was it I was sold on your system. It only took me another two years to get my hands on one. Then I found out that I could use all my other dies with the wizard. Well I sold off all but one of my other machines and I have been very slowly collecting your dies, I have only one of the nestabiities so far but they are high on my shopping list, I just have to figure out what order to get them in, thank you for making my cards so beautifull and easy.