Thursday, July 4, 2013

Tombow 4th of July Blog Hop!




Nothing better than a little blog hop on the 4th of July, right? :)



Thank you for stopping by! If you came here from The Paper Garden you are in the right spot! 

I'm very excited to be taking part in this hop that is the collaborative effort of Operation Write Home and Tombow. Tombow is the maker of some of our very favorite adhesive products when making cards for the troops and with good reason! When making cards that are going to travel halfway around the world and back again, there's no room for fall-apart cards! Nope, no mamby-pamby adhesives here, folks. You'll only get the finest from Tombow.

I had such a large variety of Tombow adhesivies to chose from to showcase today. The regular glue runner has been a favorite of mine forever, but this one was a new runner to me! I fell in love with it immediately, and made up a little video tutorial for the use I found for it. Here you go - watch now or save for later and learn how to use this POWER BOND adhesive to put together your pretty, shaped cards. It's only 4 minutes of your time, but you can always save for later, if you like!




Now then, I hope that you have had a wonderful time learning about all of the wonderful Tombow products! You should definitely check out the whole hop lineup, and hop along to Melissa's blog next.

Thank you for stopping by and don't forget to make it all the way around to all of the hops for your chance to win a little Tombow of your own. :)


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79 comments:

  1. Kathy SJuly 4, 2013 at 7:20 AM

    Great Problem Solving!

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  2. airbornewifeJuly 4, 2013 at 7:28 AM

    Nancy.... awesome use of those fun scalloped card toppers. Thanks for sharing the video.

    Pam

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  3. Susan CJuly 4, 2013 at 7:41 AM

    Thanks for the video, I'll have to try out the new runner.

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  4. ladybugJuly 4, 2013 at 7:45 AM

    Such a sweet card! Great 'rescue' for your bargain purchase as well! Loved your video and you can bet I am going to be looking for powerbond Tombow! Thanks so much!

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  5. Susan SJuly 4, 2013 at 7:49 AM

    thanks for sharing the video...and I really like the card you made. Great colors.

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  6. UnknownJuly 4, 2013 at 7:59 AM

    Super cute ideas….I'm married to an active duty Airman and have recieved cards from OWH from him while deployed. I like the feminine aspect of this card, let's keep in mind the ladies who serve as well.

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  7. DianeJuly 4, 2013 at 8:01 AM

    Hi Nancy- great video! I also have some of that paper in my stash! Great to know Tombow adhesive will turn a bargain into a treasure! Thanks for the info!

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  8. Paula S.July 4, 2013 at 8:05 AM

    What a super creative 'save' Nancy and the fancy edge on the card is such a great detail whne the card is completed. I think having one of the super strong tape runners on hand would be a good idea too. Hope you have a wonderul Independence Day Nancy!

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  9. JulieJuly 4, 2013 at 8:05 AM

    Awesome job, Nancy! Love the video and the card is so cute! Thanks for participating in our hop today!

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  10. Jen R.July 4, 2013 at 8:12 AM

    Thank you for sharing the video! I also recognize one of the papers used!!!lol

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  11. Lori in AZJuly 4, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    Great idea, beautiful card. Thanks for sharing a problem solving
    product that is new to me.

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  12. Verna AngerhoferJuly 4, 2013 at 8:35 AM

    What a cute card you made from those bargain buys and I can see the adhesive is super bonding too.

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  13. KristiJuly 4, 2013 at 8:36 AM

    I don't think I ever would have thought of that solution to the size problem. I love all the creativity!

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  14. Melissa T.July 4, 2013 at 8:38 AM

    Love the video, thank you for the tip! :)

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  15. Carol JJuly 4, 2013 at 8:40 AM

    Beautiful papers and of course any time there is a butterfly I'm loving it !

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  16. gabby2057July 4, 2013 at 8:46 AM

    Thanks for the video, I was wondering how you got a scallop edge all the way around. Nice card, too.

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  17. DoloresJuly 4, 2013 at 9:07 AM

    Thanks for sharing your great idea on this video and how you created the cute card. Will have to try that Tombow runner.

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  18. Penny WardJuly 4, 2013 at 9:10 AM

    I had to laugh Nancy...I too bought similar packages of textured card stock, and it wasn't quite what I thought it was going to be. Thanks for giving me a new idea. Your card is beautiful...love the sentiment!

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  19. AnonymousJuly 4, 2013 at 9:13 AM

    I really enjoyed the video showing us how you were able to have the perfect edging. I love the butterfly and heart; so small but a great impact

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  20. MelissaJuly 4, 2013 at 9:13 AM

    Hi Nancy, I love your card and your awesome video using the Tombow Power Tab. I am so glad that OWH and Tombow teamed up for this hop today. Hugs!

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  21. conilJuly 4, 2013 at 9:21 AM

    Your card is really pretty. Looks like your bargain worked out well thanks to Tombow.

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  22. Debbie Fisher (debbiedee)July 4, 2013 at 9:28 AM

    very pretty!

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  23. Nancy MJuly 4, 2013 at 9:40 AM

    Love the fancy edge on your card and thanks for the video. TFS! Happy 4th.

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  24. Sharon RoselliJuly 4, 2013 at 9:52 AM

    So clever! Great video thanks for sharing I never saw that adhesive before I always just used the liquid glue for heavy cardstock nice to have a runner to use. Great card too!

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  25. Jan HunnicuttJuly 4, 2013 at 10:00 AM

    Wow, your card is just gorgeous Nancy, I love that sketch too!

    As I was scrolling down your page I noticed my Sudz n' Hunni store logo, I knew you had it but it was fun to see!

    Hope you are doing well =)

    Happy 4th of July!

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  26. ValerieJuly 4, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    I always love to see ways to use what you have. Great intro to a new product.

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  27. Over EmbellishingJuly 4, 2013 at 10:15 AM

    Ha! I totally fell for that sale too! Live and learn I guess, but what a great way to use up those card fronts- guess what I'll be doing this weekend... making some of those cards!

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  28. UnknownJuly 4, 2013 at 10:19 AM

    Thanks for sharing this cool trick using the Tombow adhesive. I'm planning to play with my Cricut later today after the blog skip. BTW - Beautiful card.

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  29. Rebecca KingJuly 4, 2013 at 10:22 AM

    Such a pretty card. Good job!!!

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  30. mak44070July 4, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    Thanks for sharing video

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  31. JudyJuly 4, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    I love the colors of your card.The scalloped edge is so pretty, Thank-you for sharing the excellent video

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  32. JudyJuly 4, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    I love the colors of your card.The scalloped edge is so pretty, Thank-you for sharing the excellent video

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  33. Jo Ann U.July 4, 2013 at 10:49 AM

    I love the way you made "lemonade out of your lemons"! The cards turned out so cute! thanks for the video showing us how!

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  34. grandmaleeJuly 4, 2013 at 11:17 AM

    Thanks for posting this video...I too bought tons of card fronts like these. I already have the Tombow USA adhesives including the Power Bond, so now I can move some of these supplies out (since there are so many new things I want to get but I don't have space to put anything else!). Beautiful card! Thanks so much for supporting OWH so much over the past years!

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  35. One Scrappy GalJuly 4, 2013 at 11:30 AM

    Thanks for the video! I must try that adhesive!

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  36. UnknownJuly 4, 2013 at 11:35 AM

    Interesting idea. Might have to get some large spellbinder dies and give this a go..

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  37. AnonymousJuly 4, 2013 at 11:46 AM

    Your card is very pretty and thanks for for the video, very good information. Mary L Schreiber

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  38. Andrea TJuly 4, 2013 at 12:02 PM

    Great tip for those odd shaped cards. TFS

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  39. Jennie GarciaJuly 4, 2013 at 12:05 PM

    Your card is gorgeous!! I Love the color combo and shape!!
    TFS!! Take Care!!
    Jennie @ http://earthyscrap.blogspot.com/

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  40. lindaJuly 4, 2013 at 12:10 PM

    How very clever of you! That adhesive looks great too.

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  41. Shari BJuly 4, 2013 at 12:16 PM

    Very cute! The scalloped edge is a great detail!

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  42. LindaJuly 4, 2013 at 12:21 PM

    I am unable to watch videos...but it looks like a great card! tfs!!!

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  43. MistyJuly 4, 2013 at 12:27 PM

    Very inventive! I bookmarked vid for future ref.
    Hummer Hugs,
    Misty
    http://deliteful-gifts.blogspot.com/
    http://delitefulsuds.blogspot.com/
    hummingbird204 at comcast dot net

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  44. UnknownJuly 4, 2013 at 12:51 PM

    okay I am impressed. I would never have thought to make an actual card with two of them I would have just cut them down and used them as card toppers. You have opened a new way of thinking for me...and knowing the adhesive is going to "stick" is a life saver. Thank you for sharing your creativity!!
    Oh yes...I love that sketch and your card!!
    ps You will find this same comment in your "Chikadee Cards" comment section...ooopps I went too far :)

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  45. UnknownJuly 4, 2013 at 12:56 PM

    I love your solution to using the bargains you found. I have a load of things you could help me with. Can't wait to try that power bond tape runner. I am hoping it will work on embossed card stock. Thanks for sharing

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  46. Annie WillsJuly 4, 2013 at 1:01 PM

    I can totally relate with buying something on clearance that turns out to be something totally different when you get it home. Way to make lemonade though! Thanks so much for sharing this video...your final card is beautiful!

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  47. Bert BJuly 4, 2013 at 1:07 PM

    Nice simple but elegant card! thanks for sharing the video!

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  48. LynnJuly 4, 2013 at 1:11 PM

    Adorable card Nancy. I like those denim flowers on your blog too.

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  49. Sybrina KJuly 4, 2013 at 1:20 PM

    Nancy,

    Such a fun, colorful card.

    Thanks for all you do for OWH!

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  50. Jean BullockJuly 4, 2013 at 1:26 PM

    Cool card and great save on those scalloped sheets.

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  51. Sue DJuly 4, 2013 at 1:44 PM

    Great use of this adhesive to solve this problem.

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  52. JoAnnJuly 4, 2013 at 1:46 PM

    Love your card. Thanks for sharing the video.

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  53. AnneJuly 4, 2013 at 2:01 PM

    Hi. Clever way - thanks Tombow- to make something into something better. Thanks for demo.
    Anne

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  54. CropaddictJuly 4, 2013 at 2:11 PM

    I have been wondering what to do with those also. Great idea. Thanks for the tip and the video.

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  55. Kaylee SnyderJuly 4, 2013 at 2:18 PM

    Thanks for the tips. Tombow adhesive is the best.

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  56. ErikaJuly 4, 2013 at 2:48 PM

    Great video and great idea! Thanks for taking the time to make it and participate in the blogskip. Happy 4th to ya!

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  57. AnonymousJuly 4, 2013 at 3:52 PM

    Good save, Nancy! I sooo know about buying things you think are something else. Tombow products work!
    Glenda F

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  58. WhoMomJuly 4, 2013 at 4:03 PM

    Adorable card and great way to use something that was "not quite as advertised".
    Lyn

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  59. mtscrapgalJuly 4, 2013 at 4:25 PM

    How smart of you to make card bases out of the "too big" card fronts. This runner is new to me too. I'll check it out. TFS

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  60. Diana EvensenJuly 4, 2013 at 5:16 PM

    Thanks for the video! It was great to see a Tombow product "in action" on this skip. :-)

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  61. SuzAnnJuly 4, 2013 at 6:38 PM

    Crafters are so resourceful! Thanks for taking part in this blog and also for supporting OWH.

    SuzAnn
    OWH Board member

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  62. UnknownJuly 4, 2013 at 6:39 PM

    great idea to use the super bond tombo to put them together to make such a cute card ....i like the idea of making shapes for cards with my cricut too ...your so creative thanks for all the great ideas and inspiration....now i need to get busy making cards !

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  63. PoJoJuly 4, 2013 at 6:55 PM

    Thanks for sharing your great card!

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  64. Pat YJuly 4, 2013 at 8:03 PM

    Great tip. I can see making lots of shaped cards from cricut shapes too spellbinder shapes.

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  65. KathyJuly 4, 2013 at 8:14 PM

    Your finished card looks great. Very clever solution to bargain bin paper problem. Tombow products are great!

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  66. RufusJuly 4, 2013 at 9:42 PM

    Good save! Doesn't it make you crazy when they don't tell you EXACTLY what's in the package?! Thanks to Tombow for supporting OWH!
    R/

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  67. UnknownJuly 4, 2013 at 10:32 PM

    So creative to use a video for the hop, TFS!

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  68. UnknownJuly 4, 2013 at 10:40 PM

    What an awesome card! I love the papers. Thanks for sharing.

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  69. UnknownJuly 4, 2013 at 10:48 PM

    great video with some wonderful tips for us to use. Love the scalloped card topper.

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  70. TexasGrammaJuly 4, 2013 at 11:19 PM

    Thanks for sharing the video.

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  71. UnknownJuly 5, 2013 at 8:00 AM

    Nancy your card has such a soft tender feel to it. Thank you for showing how to use the Power Bond tape runner to make shaped cards.

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  72. JaniceJuly 5, 2013 at 10:41 AM

    I love your card, it's colorful and cheeful. Thank you for the video too, I subscribed to your channel.

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  73. AnnJuly 5, 2013 at 3:04 PM

    Very cute card! I love how you used the scalloped edged paper!

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  74. AnonymousJuly 5, 2013 at 6:26 PM

    Thanks very much for the video. What a great idea for using up card fronts.
    Your card is great! I really like the layering.

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  75. JanisJuly 6, 2013 at 12:35 AM

    Love the scalloped edges!
    <3 J

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  76. Cynthia RoseJuly 6, 2013 at 7:33 PM

    Those shaped cards are so fun. Thanks for the video.

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  77. Gilu JJuly 7, 2013 at 1:09 AM

    Thanks for the video and the problem solving tips.

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  78. heatherJuly 7, 2013 at 2:07 PM

    Great card and video! I love how you made your own base using the precut shapes. Turned out great!

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  79. Diana N.July 7, 2013 at 4:43 PM

    Smart thinking! Where there is a will there is a way to make use of a bargin!

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