We’re on a roll. It’s already day 3 of our CHA Wrap-Up Week. What do you think thus far? Are you having a good time? How are those feet holding up? Well, I hope, because we have more show floor to see today.
TREND TALK
Let’s start things off with a little Trend Talk. Just as we’ve done here on the blog, Lori Fairbanks and I have joined forces (behind the camera this time) to talk what’s hot. This time we’re spotting a popular, puffy motif that popped up all over the CHA show floor. See what that trend is and how the following happy companies incorporate this look into their newest lines:
* Crate Paper: We start our Trend Talk at this inviting booth, where they’ve taken our spotted trend and incorporated it into their paper and their fabulous chipboard.
* My Little Shoebox: Our trend gets a dash of color at this bright booth. Plus, you get to hear how Lori and I date ourselves with a silly TV reference.
* Cosmo Cricket: This visit includes a special visit from company owner and product designer, Julie Comstock. She’s as delightful as her products, so this is one interview you won’t want to miss.
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PRODUCT DEMOS
I’m happy to bring you not one, but two product demos today! You can thank me later. 
Stampers, make those stamped images shine with this technique demonstrated by Stacey at Stampee, a new CHA exhibitor.
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I must have been in the mood for shimmer when I filmed these demos. Here’s another one that will make your projects shine. This time Christy, a talented friend at the Sparkle N Sprinkle booth, shows you how to add a dash of glitter to acrylic pieces.
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A LOOK INSIDE
Today I’m taking you inside the colorful Spanish Memories booth, where my new pal Nelson shows us some cool ways to use their products on layouts and small gifts. Plus, he’ll introduce you to his beautiful daughter.
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GIVEAWAY
Whew! We just managed to visit six booths in on blog post. We rock! After all that, I think I need to sit down. But, before I go I want to give you today’s CHA giveaway prompt.
Here at CK we’re always looking to grow and improve, so we really value your feedback on our posts. That said, I’m going to ask the same thing I did yesterday. What did you enjoy the most about today’s post? Is there a technique that really speaks to you? Are you a nut for talking trends? Maybe you love the gift ideas provided by Spanish Memories. We want to hear from you, and we’ll be sure to draw a name at random from comments received to win a new CHA prize pack. Hooray!
Now, go rest up so you’re ready for more CHA show-floor fun tomorrow. I’ll see you then.
Cheers!
Megan Hoeppner, Creative Editor
I really enjoyed the Sparkle & Sprinkle booth…She did a wonderful job on that snowflake! The Cosmo Cricket booth was also neat especially interviewing Julie! That was great!
I love the mls clouds in the trend talk!
looking forward to “jolly by golly” from cosmo cricket, I really have a thing for Christmas papers
Loved the interview with Julie from Cosmo Cricket. I follow their blog and love all their products!
loved Cosmo Cricket!! LOVE IT SO COOL!!
the trend talk is very inspiring – makes me want to create
I can’t really decide! I want it all, I want it all!
Wouldn’t know where to put it because I already don’t have enough room around here, but hey 
The cloud paper & others from Earth Day were really stunning, and so was the booth from Spanish Memories… I’m a paper gal
I really liked all the shimmer and sparkles on that acrylic…nice look! Clouds…What a fun new trend…love it!
I have just found all these wonderful website. I love Paper Crafts Mag, Moxie, everything, I love seeing all the new trends and what all is coming out. Thanks you so much. Keep up the great work.
I love, love, love the glittery acrylic!!