July 28, 2010

CHA -Paper lines & More: Graphic 45

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Graphic 45 is one of those companies that I ooh and ahh over just about everything they put out. This summer was no exception. They once again brought new and gorgeous lines to the show.

An instant favorite was Halloween in Wonderland:






We fell in love with the Alice in Wonderland theme!

Another favorite is the Steampunk Debutante line.



Even the Graphic 45 booth employees were in the spirit of Steampunk, which was just so cool:

Their Christmas line did not disappoint either, full of rich and beautiful images:




We also got to peek at their new Staples collection, which are kraft, black, and cream coordinating elements to mix and match to your heart's content. Staples include tags, trim, chipboard elements, stickers, and more.

I left this booth feeling so inspired. While vintage looks were a big theme of the show, Graphic 45 truly has it down to an art!

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Scor-Buddy is the latest in our family of amazing tools for card makers and scrapbookers, the perfect size for crops, classes and retreats.

83 Comments:

Pammejo said...

I have a Score Pal and would love to have a Score Buddy for my crop outings. Great video. Love the Graphic 45 papers and their display rocks.

Jodee said...

I would use it to score papers! ; ) I'm looking to make some accordian albums for the holidays and this would be a big help!

Ronna E. said...

Wow-the detail that Graphic 45 put into their booth is amazing. Love how they carried out the theme right down to their clothes! Love the Scor-pal and a Scor-buddy would be so convenient to carry to classes.

Donna VW said...

Thanks for sharing the news and photos from Cha. I can't go so I really appreciate this.

Daniela said...

Cards and mini albums, I love to make them!!!

craftymom205 said...

I would use it to create embossing patterns on cards.

pattywagan said...

Love the Graphic 45 lines! Would love to have the portable sized score buddy! Patty

Cheryl said...

I love that Christmas clock. I could see myself making that. Thanks for the chance to win the Score Buddy.
Cheryl Sims

rudie2shoes said...

I would make small gift boxes! How cool. :)

Janette said...

Love Graphic 45. I would use the Scorpal to make envelopes.

Evelyn said...

Oh gosh, a Score Buddy would be great to take to crops. I would use it to score my cards, I make a lot of boxes so this would be great for those. Would be "over the moon" to win one of these babies!

smahrty said...

I would use it for so much more than folding! You can make great embossed designs on cards.

Tona said...

I would like to try my hand at making little boxes to hold a set of cards.

Gail C said...

Graphic 45 is amazing, I so love the idea of the staples line and the Christmas stuff is to die for, gotta have it! Scor-pal?? Love mine- wore it out practically-hahaha:) sure could use a new one for EVERYTHING

Amy said...

Love the new little guy! Perfect for cardmakers in small spaces!!!

Erika M. said...

Loving the new lines from Graphic 45 - I think the Scor Buddy would be just the thing to take to crops.

Karen's Cards n Stamps said...

I have tried the score pal before and WOW!! I recomend one to everyone even though I dont have one yet myself. I love the crisp lines for making cards, boxes and a tone of other 3D projects

Sharon said...

not to sure where to leave the comment being there is two places on here thanks for the chance i would use it for making favors for a baby shower i hope coming up soon.

Theresa Momber said...

Love the Graphic 45 photos! Wow! I score every card base, not to mention any accent scoring and 3-D items. The Scor Buddy looks awesome!

Kelly Massman said...

So would love to have a score pal--great for scrapbooking (adding dimension to dies like stars) and box and card making!

ania said...

Crisp folds - me wants!

Renee said...

Since I was just hired to teach scrapbooking classes, I think this would make a great addition to my scrapbooking supplies. Think of all the new ways I could show a group of interested crafters how to use it!

Ezmina said...

Wonderful pictures. Love the Graphic 45 releases. Would really like to get a Score Buddy.

wilcoxdesigns said...

This looks like a great tool with lots of uses.... envelopes, cards and even little boxes. Would love to win one.

Kristen said...

That Score Buddy Rocks my Socks! I would love to add one to my collection :)

StampinCathy said...

WOW! Looking at all the yummy goodness I feel like I'm in heaven. Love everything I'm seeing. Thanks for a chance at this sweet giveaway. I've seen so many wonderful handmade goodies with the Score Pal and would love to try it.

ScrappinCntryGrl said...

Love the Graphic 45 papers, cant wait to get my hands on them...i have some special old photos i want to use them on.

Rebecca said...

Thanks for the chance to win a Scor-Buddy. I am semi new to card making and would love to use it to try my hand at different card folds.

:)Rebecca Keppel

hulla said...

I have TONS of templates for fun cards that I'd LOVE to put to use. The Scor Buddy would be very much appreciated!

hulla said...

I have TONS of templates for fun cards that I'd LOVE to put to use. The Scor Buddy would be very much appreciated!

Donna said...

Love the new papers and supplies. So wish I could be there to see it first hand. I would use the Scor Buddy to score all my card stock for base cards. And I love making 3D items!

Stephanie Smith said...

Lots and lots of chances to win one of these. I would love it for my cards.

Siri Fjørtoft, Fjørtoft Design said...

Those papers are simply stunning! And thanks for the chance to win the Scorbuddy. I would love to try to make mini boxes with it. I love anything mini!

Jan Castle said...

I am mostly a card maker and would enjoy the Score-Buddy when taking my crafting to other places...have the Scoe-Pal for home. Thanks for the chance to win one.

Jinji's parents said...

I would love to win this score pal. Thank you for the opportunity.

coolnana72 said...

I have been waiting for a smaller version on the Score-Pal for a long time. It is just perfect to take along to crop outings. I use the Score Pal when making cards, envelopes and boxes, as well as other "projects" for my grandkids. It's a great tool.

Silvergirl said...

Thanks for a peek at the Graphic 45 papers! Very cool!

I'd love a Scor-Buddy... the size is so perfect for cardmaking!

Tami McBeain (tmarie) said...

I love my ScorPal and would love to have this for cards. I love the size of it and love that it has a little case for taking it along with you! And besides it's just so darn cute...who can resist!

rush8888 said...

this would certainly help to make clean scores! the graphic 45 line is super. i would just love to see their booth.

Tina Brooks said...

I could use this to make envelopes! What a great product! Thanks

Colleen C. said...

I have the full size Scor Pal and love it. I would love to have the smaller size for all of the note cards I make.

Melinda AKA medialady said...

I would love the Score Pal and would use this for creating cards and also for scrapbooking! I have seen lots of flowers being made by folding and this would be great!

HelenM said...

Wish i was there!!!! thanks fro the pics. love it all!!

Jessi Fogan said...

I would love to be able to easily make little trinket boxes - perfect for treats & holiday gifts coming up :) Thanks for the chance to win!
Jessi

Kim said...

Just went to a card class and took my score pal, but it was awkward and didn't fit in the small tote I took to class. This would be PERFECT!

Dee said...

I am loving reading your take on all the CHA fun....fab score buddy - such a great idea to have a portable size!!

Debbie H said...

A chance to win a scor buddy? Yay! I am an avid card maker, I know I would love it!

Karla Anderson said...

love steampunk!!!! so amazing.

I would be using my scor-buddy for embossing score lines on some wedding announcements I am going ot doing soon and also making matching envelopes. Love the smaller footprint of the scor-buddy.

diane mcvey said...

Wow! Gorgeous papers! I would use the Score buddy to make cards, and to take to stamp night! What a great tool!!! :D
dinobomp@aol.com

Do Be Do Bead Do said...

One word for Graphic 45: "Awesome." Would love the scor-buddy for my monthly crops. Oh, and craft critique: favorite website ever.

Michelle said...

oh my goodness, I love Graphic 45.
Thanks for sharing so much with us.
I would use the scor-buddy to take along with me to my card making group.

Marian said...

Graphic 45 is such a great line of papers. They never disappoint.

Sudie said...

I would love a score buddy. He would keep my score pal company.

NANCY DARE said...

Love G45 everything!..a Score Buddy would be great for so many things..travels..cards.. mini books..etc.

Rhonda Sadler said...

Wow, what a fantastic giveaway! I'd love to win this...cheers/1

Whitney said...

Love Graphic 45 paper. They are great. The Score Buddy would be great for making envelopes and creating great score lines in my holiday projects.

kwclay at hotmail dot com

Jen said...

I have the regular scor pal but as I am primarily a cardmaker, this would be great to have on hand at my desk b/c it would take up less room. I'm imagining LOTS of cards being made up with this one.

Our Little Inspirations said...

I'd use it for envies, boxes and cards! A Scor-Buddy would be so much easier to transport than his big brother!!

Lindsey said...

A Scor-Buddy would be a great addition to my card-making tools! So would some Graphic 45 dp, come to think of it... ;)

Smriti said...

I would love to make boxes and bags; and special fold cards with the Scor-buddy. Making all of these with the scor-buddy would be so much easier!

Carol said...

I would love to have a score buddy for scoring all my cards. Thanks for the chance to win.

Sherry @ Delightful Hands said...

Oh....with the Scor-Buddy I could score away....boxes, envelopes, special folds. What a handy tool! Thank for all you do in keeping us informed about all the great stuff!

Ruth said...

love those graphic 45 things, they wold actually work really well on the score buddy fr cards.

Manasa said...

I wanted a score buddy from such a longest time... ! Thanks for a chance of wining....I want it so much !

paperqueen said...

I already have the Wonderland paper and am waiting on the Steampunk...love Graphic 45, love my Scor-Pal.....how fun to have a Scor-Buddy too!
Eileen

mary ann said...

I would love to have a scor buddy to take to crops - I've recently started making cards with lots of folds in them

Angie Hall Haviland said...

WOW...Graphic 45 is FABULOUS!!! I love everything they make and it just keeps getting better!! The Score buddy looks WONDERFUL and very useful!! Would be great to have for trips, everyday and every time we have to evacuate the Texas Gulf Coast lol :)

Maureen said...

The score buddy is such a great size to travel with - so cute

Nan and B.A.G.S. the pug said...

Oh yes please I wants me a score pal!! It would so help me in my card making. Love what Graphics 45 did! Love it! I want a hat like that now lol.

PinkPug,INK. said...

Always love Graphic 45!
I've always wanted a ScorBuddy! Whenever I make cards they come out folded crooked so this would really help me out!

Sherri Auld said...

Great papers from Graphic 45 - they will be such fun to work with. Love the opportunity to win the score pal!!

Barbara's Fiesta said...

I do a lot of papercrafting and I use by Score Pal constantly. Would love to have the Score Buddy to take to crops and retreats.

Kerry said...

Oh the papers are absolutely, deliciously delightful! I couldn't pick a favorite if I had to, I love them all! I will buy them all! Would love a Scor-Buddy - thanks for the opportunity.

Gail said...

I'd love a Scor-Buddy to help make small gift boxes!
Loved the CHA pictures!

GrammaR said...

love the graphic 45 vintage! steam punk and christmas rock!

sopranoannie said...

If I won the Scor Buddy, it would help me make more cards for members of the performing group where I am the Executive Director. I design and make cards to recognize people who help with projects and cheer up those who get sick and must be gone from rehearsals.

I'm crossing my fingers....

Ann

Kitty said...

Hmmm... I guess I could use the Score Buddy to make the folds on my cards straight (like that will ever happen!) Graphic 45 rocks! So vintagey-cool!

Bel said...

Cards, boxes, and mini-book pages galore with this! :) Thanks for the opportunity!

Marge said...

I'd feel like Alice in Wonderland if I were so lucky to win a Scor-Buddy. I'd use him to accompany me into the world of card making magic, side by side whether in my craft room or on the road to a class with my crafty friends. We'll make the best of buds!

billiejo said...

I'm a huge Graphic 45 fan and would probably try to get lost in their booth so I could just look at everything wonderful all night.

I'd love to have a Scor-Buddy to carry with me when I teach and crop. Unfortunately, my wonderful Mother gave me a large scoring tool that works well, but I wanted a Scor-Pal and she didn't realize the difference. So, if I could have a Scor-Buddy, I'd be headed in the right direction.

Noreen said...

The Score Buddy would be great for making gift bags from envelopes. The smaller size would be perfect for scoring the envelopes.

Mrs Weyremaster said...

Score Pal Rocks, i've had mine for ages and love it, the score buddy looks awesome for when i'm cardmaking.

Graphic 45 look gorgeous, i've not seen any in real life yet, but i'm very tempted by the Alice inspired range.

Oh i wish i'd been at CHA
Suzi
xxx

StacyC said...

Thanks for all the fun pic's from CHA... I would love to have a Scor Buddy, I do not own a scoring system and would love it for my card making...