Monday, June 28, 2010

Martha Stewart Score Board - Review and Giveaway


I recently received an email asking if I would like to try the Martha Stewart Score Board.  I actually had one of the boards already - I bought it in New Jersey when I was visiting my sister.  Since I hadn't really used it much, this gave me a chance to take it out and investigate a bit.  I did accept the new board so I could send it on to one lucky blog follower!

If you are a regular reader of my blog, you will know that I often use a Scor-Pal scoring board.  I bought mine several years ago and at the time the price was $39.95.  I believe that they are now selling for $29.95.  The list price for the Martha Stewart board is $19.95 and when I checked today the board was available for $15.39 on the Martha Stewart site HERE.  I bought mine at Michael's with a 50% off coupon and paid $10.

I am a firm believer in scoring - I score everything.  I often see videos where people fold their cards on a flat surface and just smooth the fold with a bone folder but I prefer to actually score the line before folding.  I think this gives a crisper, more professional finish.  Whenever you score, remember that you always fold toward the "mountain" of the score (the bump that goes up).


The Martha Stewart Score Board come with a bone folder and a handy envelope making tool.  The plastic is ivory in color and there are scoring lines at 1/8 inch intervals all along the board.


The envelope making tool stores neatly in the base of the board.


On the left side the board is closed.  The edges are ruled in both directions at 1/8 inch increments to match the grooves.  There is a 1/16th mark to offset the paper when you need to make a slightly different type of score.  This mark helps you make a lid to fit a box with just enough room to slide over the base.


On the right side the board is open.  It is 12 1/2 inches wide which makes it a bit more versatile.


With the larger scoring area and missing right side, you can score large items like this bag from the Plantin Schoolbook cartridge which was cut at 11 inches on a 24 inch mat.


There is a compartment at the top of the board where you can store the scoring tool and a few other items.  There is also a chart with some basic card dimensions with instructions for cutting and folding.


 At the other side of the compartment the chart gives cutting and scoring information for basic boxes.  It is quite handy to have these references.


The envelope tool makes it easy to create traditional envelopes where the sides fold in to a point.  It slides into position at the top left corner of the board.  The standard envelope sizes are listed along with the size you need to cut the paper and the scoring lines for each envelope.


The board also comes with a pamphlet that gives the directions for a card, envelope and box.


The envelope making procedure is simple - you score at the listed dimensions and turn the paper 90 degrees to complete each score.


The score lines intersect to form triangles and you snip these away with scissors.


Here is the scored and snipped paper ready to fold into an envelope for an A2 card.


You apply adhesive to the flaps and fold up the envelope.   You need to be careful that you don't put any adhesive beyond the limits of the overlaps.


The envelope you make is large enough to accommodate a card with bulky embellishments like these buttons.


I followed the directions and made an envelope for a 6 inch square card.  The procedure is exactly the same but the paper will extend over the top edge of the scoring area.


The finished envelope leaves a bit of room all around the card - a very comfortable fit.

One of the main reasons I bought the Scoring Board was to have the ability to score in small even intervals as easily as possible.  The lines on the Scor-Pal are mostly 1/2 inch apart which is fine for some, but not all projects.


 I wanted to do some paper pleating to make rosettes.  I cut strips of paper about one inch by 12 inches.  I was able to make score marks at 3/8 inches and then every 6/8ths of an inch beyond that.  (I counted one, two, three, score, one, two, three, skip across the top.


Then I flipped the paper and scored in the opposite direction on all of the "skipped" lines.  This creates a pattern of "mountain" and "valley" fold lines.


Each strip is accordian folded as shown.   The scoring makes it quick and easy to get an accurate fold.


The two strips are adhered together with an "up" fold matching a "down" fold.


 When both ends are joined the circle looks like this.  You need to compress the folds and flatten the circle to form the rosette.


I cut a scrap piece of cardstock at 1 1 /2 inches square and added adhesive and a large glue dot.


I aligned the pleated paper and pressed the rosette into the glue.


This is the back side of the rosette.


You can add any decorative center that you like. The sequin cluster flower is from Creative Charms.


The score board is also helpful in making sure that your card has square corners and that your added layers are correctly aligned.


The scores and folds produce a nice crisp rosette or pleated flower.


The blue and white dotted paper is by Martha Stewart, the red gingham is discontinued Creative Memories paper and the center polka dot brad is from Creative Charms.  I added the "4th of July" cut at 2 1/2 inches from the Stand and Salute Cricut cartridge.

I found that the performance of the Martha Stewart Score Board was very similar to the Scor-Pal.  The folds did seem to be sharper and I think this is due to the thinner edge of the included bone folder.  You would need to be careful not to apply too much pressure and tear the paper if you were scoring lightweight paper.

The most used scoring lines (such as the 4 1/4 inch mark for a vertical A2 card) are not distinguished in any way.  You could add a dot or sharpie mark to help you find the lines you need on a regular basis.  I liked the envelope maker and the fact that all of the most used information is at your fingertips (no need to check a printed guide or look up measurements online).

I think that the Martha Stewart Score Board is a useful addition to the craftroom.  Even if you already have a Scor-Pal you will find the "extra" lines are very helpful and eliminate the need to shift the paper between scores. On a purely aesthetic note, I like the ivory color better than the gray of the Scor-Pal. The price is extremely reasonable and you are quite likely to be able to buy it using a coupon for an even better deal. 

GIVEAWAY:

I would like to send the brand new Martha Stewart Score Board that was sent to me to one of my readers.  All you need to do is to leave a comment on this post.  If you would like to follow my blog or become a subscriber and receive daily email updates please sign up at the top of the right side column.  Please leave only one comment and be sure that there is a way for me to contact you (message board name, blogger profile or email address with "at" and "dot" written out to help avoid the possibility of spam reaching you).  Thanks to Martha Stewart Crafts for providing the Score Board for the giveaway.

I will draw a winner on the 4th of July from all of the comments left before 11:59 p.m. July 3rd (Eastern Daylight Time).

I'll be sharing a few more projects using this tool during the next week or two.  The possibilities that the full set of score lines create are very interesting.


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333 comments:

  1. I love it, I was just thinking about getting a score board, I love the crisp neat edges.

    Thanks,
    Jessie

    tangled.panda(at)gmail(dot)com

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  2. Thanks for the review on the score board. I am a follower and I love your blog.

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  3. wow-$10 for this compared to a scor-pal. That was a steal! Thanks for the great review, or I wouldn't have even known about it.
    kathy(dot)lindstrom1(at)gmail(dot)com

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  4. This was very informative. Thank
    you so much. I am going to try
    to make one of the envelope.

    fergie

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  5. Thanks for the info on this board--I hear it has a fine score line unlike the other ones. Is this true. TFS all your info, I so enjoy reading your blog every a.m.
    rudylinea2000@yahoodotcom

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  6. Thanks for your review and the chance at winning the score board. I've been wondering about it and now I have all the answers! eileen

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  7. Silly Me! I never thought of using a scoreboard for rosettes!! TFS!! Looks like a fab tool!

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  8. Your rosettes are beautiful. Thanks for your review of Martha's board. It looks pretty cool - thanks for the chance to win. And, thanks for always sharing your wealth of knowledge and talents!

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  9. Wow that looks great! Thanks for the chance to win and thanks for all the beautiful work you do.
    Cecelia
    larocquecj at comcast dot net

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  10. Great review of the Martha score board...I would love to be added to the list of people that you are considering for the giveaway
    !!!

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  11. I thought I did not want this tool, until I saw your post. Now I see I need one. I love the rosette! Thanks for the drawing!

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  12. So very sorry - I forgot to leave my email with my comment...
    the.k.krew(at)gmail(dot)com

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  13. Great board and I love the instruction on making the rosette thanks for sharing!
    Liz

    Lizabratt at comcast dot net

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  14. This looks like a great scoring tool. I have a small Scor-it which is good for A2 card making, but was thinking about a different kind of scoring tool. Think this may be it. Thanks for the chance to win one.

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  15. First of all, I love the look of your blog. I also like the clean crisp look of this Fourth of July Card. Tha'flower' is neat. Thanks for the chance to win this score board. I would love to be able to score in smaller increments, too. Love getting emails of all your new projects. You go girl.
    jmmaley at comcast dot net

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  16. Thanks for the review, Cap! I recently got a scor pal, and couldn't live without it. At the time the MS board was not easily available - I was very intrigued by the additional score lines, the envelope tool and of course the price!

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  17. Thanks for all the detail on the MS Score Board. I especially like how you showed where to place the paper for a 6x6 card. For some reason that stumped me; I thought you had to move the envelope tool on the board. Cute card too.

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  18. project looks great. Thanks for the chance to win!

    Courtney

    csweikert at hotmail dot com

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  19. My oh my, Diane - what a fabulous job you did of detailing the MS score board. I'd LOVE this, as I need the envelope feature and the versatility of the open right side for scoring longer projects. Thanks for the opportunity to win it, AND for the wonderful tutorial!
    I also LOVED your paper pleating and rosette!
    Joy4Clara

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  20. That looks like a great scoreboard. i do use another brand but I like the idea of the score lines 1/8" apart.

    Great project and TFS.

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  21. Thank you for sharing your new scoring board with all of your blogger friends.

    Cindy

    cgarner@machlink.com

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  22. Hi can't believe i'm the 1st to comment-your review was very helpful--hope I win!!thanks millierose651@aol.com

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  23. YAY!! I love a giveaway. Thanks for your amazing inspiration! Love your blog!
    --suebella4u@hotmail.com

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  24. Hi your review was very helpful -thanks millierose651@aol.com

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  25. My Goodness, I can't believe I'm the first post. Thank you, Dianne, for the opportunity to be considered for the Martha Stewart Score Board. Thank you for sharing your talent with us everyday.

    Peggy T.
    timmermanp at bellsouth.net

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  26. Diane,
    What a neat tool. I haven't seent his anywhere so thanks for sharing. Of course I'd love to win it, I don't have the scorpal andend up measuring everything the long way and scoring on my fiskars cutter. This looks a whole lot easier! Rosie
    motcm(at)verizon(dot)net

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  27. I am very new to scrapbooking and card making and find your blog one of the most helpful! Over the last year I have invested in the cricut expression, design studio, and the gypsy. I find so much useful information here. I was not completely happy with the way the folds on my cards were coming out and now I know how to correct that! Thanks for all of the info!

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  28. thanks for the review! I have been thinking of picking one of these up and you just sold me!! happy scrapping...

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  29. This looks like a great scoring board. As a new card maker, this would be great to have, Thanks for sharing.

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  30. Love the looks of this score board and would enjoy using it. Thanks for the opportunity to win it and a bigger thanks for all that you share with us!
    claudia matzke at hotmail dot com

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  31. This is so cool. I'd love to have one of these. All of your pictures are so clear and detailed, I know I wouldn't have any trouble using it after seeing your post! Thanks for the opportunity to get in on a great give-away :)
    Ruth

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  32. Cool! I just ordered the Scor-Buddy because it is small and I can take it to crops easily. Very interested in the MS scoreboard. tfs

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  33. I am a subscriber to your blog and enjoy reading daily. Thank you for the opportunity to win a score tool. Great cards and examples on how the score tool works.

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  34. Cannot believe that I'm the first to compliment you on this outstanding review and lesson on the Martha Stewart Scoring Tool. My scraping pal just bought it and she loves it too. Thanks for the rosette instructions -- and your card is beautiful, as always!

    kastenc at sbcglobal dot net

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  35. Hi Diane,
    Thanks for the info on the Martha Stewart Score board. I never purchased the scor-pal because of the price - a 50% off coupon at Michael's make the Martha board very reasonable! Thank for all the great info and wonderful ideas.
    Bernadette
    bhbmom@verizon.net

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  36. Oh how sweet of you!! I would love to have this! My M's is always sold out and this has been on my wish list for a while!! thanks for being so generous!!
    Tobusyscrapping@bellsouth.net

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  37. Hi Dianne
    This does look like a scoring board that would be very useful.
    Thank you for the chance to win and also your demo of 'how to'.
    Marjorie from TX
    marjorie _ brundage at sbcglobal dot net

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  38. ThANKS FOR THE LESSON ON THE SCOREBOARD VERY HELPFUL, I THOUGHT I WOULD NEVER USE ONE BUT I SEE THAT I COULD USE IT FOR MORE THAN MAKING CARDS. JSharer417 at aol dot com

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  39. Wow, how easy does this look? I would love to make my own envelopes instead of buying them. It seems the colors never quite match.
    Chris
    cmead756@yahoo.com

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  40. I would love to win this! Thank you for your review. I can't wait to get my hands on one of these. I really like the rosette idea. Thanks!!!


    J
    jeanette.rule at me dot com

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  41. Thanks for share with us this review. I don´t have one, so I would love to get it. Thanks. craftyhomemade7atgmaildotcom.

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  42. I love your detailed description I have been trying to choose a board for months.

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  43. thanks for your coments on the MS score board, I have scor-pal and have been thinking of getting this because of the 1/8 markings

    ramona_p83 at yahoo dot com

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  44. I would love to have such a useful tool for my scrap work..Martha's products are among my favorites, obviously great thought goes into their designs.
    Sage taberster(at)gmail(dot)com

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  45. Thanks! I just opened an envelope and traced it to copy it last night when my girlfriend asked if I had one. Love your easy directions!

    slkfra@yahoo.com

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  46. The MS score board looks great. I like all the options it gives you.
    Ihelpanimals1 at AOL.com

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  47. I love your blog - I have been a subscriber for quite a while now and I've learned so much! Thank you for reviewing the Martha Stewart score board. I've been saving up for a Scor Pal but this would meet my needs and is more affordable. Thanks for the chance to win one!
    sucor_2 at hotmail.com

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  48. Wow, thanks for a very detailed review. I do have a ScorPal but often wished it had closer markings. I love this blog!!

    Maryjo
    dnestrud@yahoo.com

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  49. Oh I need a score board!!! I am excited at the chance to win this. Thank you!!!

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  50. Thanks for the review. Love how you used it on the rosette. I will have to try to score mine before folding, it will help make a cleaner looking accordian.

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  51. Thanks for the info on the scoreboard, I went in AC Moore one day & carried it around with me deciding wether or not I need it or want it, I ask myself that on every purchase I make these days... money is so tight. I usually walk out of the craft store empty handed or with one of those $1.00 projects for my 5 year old daughter. I may have to wait on a 50% off coupon & go get one. Thanks again for all your great info and tuts you share on your blog. XXX, Staci

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  52. Thanks for an honest product review. I have a Scor-Pal -couldn't live without it- but I think I'll have to add the MS Score Board to my craft supplies.(using a coupon!)
    guilliams at bellsouth dot net

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  53. I love that it's like getting 3 tools in one! Thanks for the chance to win!!!

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  54. So glad you did this review. I've been wanting to get this and just wasn't sure. Now I am.

    Thanks for this chance to win this. This is great.

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  55. Thank you for all the great information and creative ideas you share! I appreciate the review on the Martha Stewart Score board. Using a 50% off coupon at Michael's would make it 14.99 here.
    Suzanne
    chadkyle2010 at hotmail.com

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  56. I have been looking at the MS scoring board for quite some time and wondering if it's worth the investment. You've convinced me that it is.

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  57. I do not have any scoring board and this sounds like a perfect addition to my tools. I would love to win it, but if I'm not that lucky, I'm going to use my next Michael's coupon for one. Thank you so much for the wonderful review and for all your wonderful articles.

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  58. Great review, Diane. I'm glad you did this. I saw this the other day and wondered if it was something I needed. My Scor-Pal is well loved and in need of replacing. I may have to give this a try first.

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  59. Great tutorial! I would have never realized the versitality of a scoring board! This Martha Stewart one looks so cool. Thanks for all your great ideas!! You are inspiring.
    jenn _ andy at hotmail dot com

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  60. Thanks for the info on the MS Scoring Board Diane...I have a Scor-Pal but can definitely see the need to add one of these to my craft room. Love that you can make matching envelopes with this.

    Thanks for the chance to win.

    Terry

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  61. I make a lot of cards and do not have a score board yet even though it is high on my wish list. Love how you made the rosette and I can't wait to try to make one. Thanks!

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  62. I have a Score-Pal but like the idea of being able to score closer, more easily with the MS board. Thanks for the nice tutorial.

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  63. Thanks for the review. Have been thinking about getting one of these as I like to make square cards & this would make envelopes easier.

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  64. I've used my scoring line and boning tool on various cutters, so I didn't think I needed a Scor-Pal or this device until you showed and explained it so thoroughly, Diane. Now it's a must have! Gosh, you made using it look so easy-peasy and practical!!! Thank you for taking the time to demo your work so clearly with photos and walk-thru's. I'm one of your biggest fans and followers ... a day without Capadia Designs e-mail would be a day without sunshine. PLEASE, please, keep 'em coming!

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  65. Wow, what a gorgeous rosette! Now I NEED this board. *sigh*.
    Thanks for the chance to win, I love your creations.

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  66. I would love to win this score board! I really like the 1/8 in lines! I love those rosettes!
    Carrie
    carriedan1 at live dot com

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  67. While I have a scor-pal that I use for scoring cards, I forget the other wonderful things you can do - I love what the MS board has to offer. Congrats in advance to the lucky winner-to-be.

    pamelarose58 at comcast dot net

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  68. Great tutorial on the score board. I make a lot of cards and this sounds like it would make it a lot easier with crisper lines and more uniform edges to the cards and being able to make matching envelopes would be wonderful.

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  69. Thanks for pointing out all the features of this product. I already have a scor-pal, but I wondered if I needed this too. Thanks for a chance to win.

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  70. FIrst of all, I have never seen the scoreboard. It is awesome. Wow, the things I have learning already this morning. Beautiful flower too. Thank you so much for sharing with all of us.

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  71. Love the card and the pleated rosette. I could sure use that Score Board. Hope I am lucky enough to win.

    awilcock at aocs dot us

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  72. Thanks for the review. I like knowing how an experienced crafter uses a tool.

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  73. I have pondered and pondered and wondered and wondered which board to buy. I think you just answered the question. Thanks for the indepth explanation of Martha's board.

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  74. Thanks for the review/ I have been thinking of buying one and the flower you made convinced me to but one.

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  75. I have a tiny scorer--just the right size for cards but I rarely get it out. Thanks for some great ideas and for a chance to win!

    SharonS s underscore suske at hotmail dot com

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  76. Thanks for your review of this product. What I am finding is that MS products are really good - love her punches, too. I really like your daily posts and look forward to what you have to share with us.
    MCF's Mimi
    mcroark113atbellsouthdotnet

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  77. I keep looking at this Score board at Michael's! Thank you for the complete review! I think I do need one!
    Love the 4th card too!
    Happiqueen at aol dot com

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  78. Thanks for the review. I've been thinking about getting a scorer. Thanks for the chance to win one!

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  79. love your blog!
    jcpautlerathotmaildotcom

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  80. Wow!! I guess this is a must have. Did not know there was such a thing as a score board. It would be nice to make score lines without trying to guess if it is straight. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  81. I have learned so much from your blog--thank you. I just purchased a score pal--now I am second guessing that decision.
    plweir@satx.rr.com

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  82. You are so helpful in all you do on your blog. This scorer looks great, and I would love to own it. Thanks for offer.

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  83. Diane, I, too, like the handy references available on hand. It makes this scoring board just a little more handy. They put some thought into this product.

    Have a great 4th of July holiday. No scraping for me, just a bunch of grandkids at the lake.

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  84. Diane
    I have been a follower for quite a while now. Love the site.
    Wish I would have known about MS score board sooner. I would have bought this instead of ScorPal. I am always on the look out for an easy way to make envelopes as my cards are always bulky. The smaller score lines are much better too.
    It would be great to win this.
    Myrna

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  85. OH, I would love to win this! I've been wanting to buy a score board. Your 4th of July card is so cute!!!
    malinda914 at yahoo dot com

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  86. Janet Dorion jdorionb230@rogersdotcomJune 29, 2010 at 10:15 AM

    I love your rosette! I've never made one because I was thinking it would be so time comsuming getting all the folds scored and even. Obviously I don't have a score board! I never even thought about one! Thanks for this chance to win one. My new craft room is just being prepared and it would be a wonderful new tool to add to my collection! Thanks for showing us how to easily make the rosette.

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  87. Thanks for the tutorial on the MS Score Pal - would love to win it. rosiewaldtatmarykaydotcom

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  88. The score board looks like a fun to have...I might have to go buy one now.

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  89. wow. thanks for the review. I have always wondered if I should purchase something like that. Hope I win so it makes up my mind for me.
    marilyn2222athotmaildotcom

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  90. Great Idea. Can't wait to see what you show us next!
    pookie213 at aol.com

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  91. I've been wanting to get a score board and would love to win this MS score pal. You make it look really easy to use and I'm sure it would be helpful to get clean folds. Thanks for sharing this and I've signed up to receive your e-mails.
    rebeccajholley at gmail dot com

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  92. Love you July 4th layout
    I have been thinking about getting a score pal, after watching how nice your cards look.
    I have used my paper cutter as it has a scoring blade. But now I believe I will get the Martha Board it has a lot more. Like the storage and chart.
    If I don't win I will be @ michaels
    ASAP

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  93. I wad wondering if that score board was going to nicer than that really pricey Scor-Pal that I just bought. I love the idea of perfectly pleated rosettes!

    Lalia on Cricut MB

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  94. You truely inspire me to try new things. Thanks for you creativity.
    Sasha Jardine

    sashah@eastlink.ca

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  95. I have a scor pal but I have been looking at this one quite a bit. Thank you for the review on it. I am a follower and I love your blog.

    Emily C.

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  96. Wow! That was a fantastic review! Thank you so much for sharing.
    jman3101ataoldotcom

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  97. What an awesome new scoreboard. Thanks for all the tips

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  98. Diane, As always, I learn so much from you! I have been checking my local Michael's regularly for one of these, but they are ALWAYS out-of-stock. Thanks for the chance to win! I'm one of your facebook "fans", so you can contact me on facebook if I'm lucky enough to win!
    Thanks!
    Dawn Hobbins

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  99. Diane, I too have the Scor Pal and love it. I would love to be the lucky winner of your giveaway. I very much enjoy reading your blog daily, thanks for all the creative and informative information.
    Angie Person
    2 make cards at G mail dot com

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  100. i so want the MS score board. leave it to Martha to improve a great idea! I love the versatility of this board. thanks for putting my name in the hat!

    Lorene H

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  101. Thank you for the review on this product, it was very helpful. I love your work and am already a follower. Thanks for the chance to win this score board.

    Khunter47

    Khunter47 at cox dot net

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  102. Thanks for taking the time to review this and doing the rossettes. I would love to win.

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  103. I have the Martha Stewart Score Board and I like the 1/8 inch increments a lot. It makes it easy for a lot of projects.

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  104. I would LOVE to have that. I do like my Scor Pal but the Martha Stewart one has lots of bonuses!!

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  105. OMGoodness.... I would love to have this board. I havee the enveloper now, but it seems very limited. Great blog!!!!
    Crystal

    bowlergirl61(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  106. Thanks for doing this comparison, I was on the fence of which one to get. Also thanks for showing such a beautiful project :)

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  107. I have searched high and low for this scoreboard. I would love to win one! Thanks for the chance.

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  108. Wow I love your complete and thorough explanations and ideas! I have the Scor Pal but would love this one as well!

    Kris in Alaska
    funamom at yahoo dot com

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  109. Thanks for detailing the differences between the 2 boards. I love your flower and your card. A lovely project

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  110. This is great tutorial thank you for that, and than you for giveaway! I am your follower already! Hugs,moni

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  111. Thanks for such an in-depth review and examples! I never would have even looked at this in the store, and now I want one!! Thanks so much! --Suzanne Funk
    suzywallis at cinergymetro dot net

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  112. Hi Diane
    This is very informative, thanks. I've seen this score board on blogs but I can't find it over here. Thanks for the opportunity to win. I've been one of your follower for a while now!

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  113. WOW, that's a lot of folding. Thank you for sharing your creativity with all of us! I'd love the opportunity to win a MS Scoreboard. It looks like a great tool for any crafter!

    Melanie S

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  114. Wow, it's incredible that you are reviewing this at this time. I just said to myself that I need to buy a score-pal. I didn't realize that Martha Stewart had one also. Now I have a decision to make...hmmm, well I guess I will wait to see if by chance I am lucky enough to win one and then make the decision. Thanks so much for chance at least. I love reading your blog and learning all kinds of new things.

    burffrau at aol dot come

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  115. I wasn't sure if I "needed" one of these but since I don't own any brand of score board I would love to win. If not buying with a coupon sounds good to me.
    lsiems at yahoo dot com

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  116. I was eyeing this score board out at Michael's the other day. Great review, and I just love your creations! Thanks for the chance to win!

    perisprinkle at yahoo dot com

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  117. The score board looks like a fun addition to anyone's craft supplies. I like the rosettes. More ideas....

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  118. Oh I would love to win this giveaway. I have to admit I am one of those who folds the cards and uses a popsicle stick to crease it. I love the rosettes. Looks like a fun way to add dimension to a card or page.
    Thank you
    Linda in Stanwood
    lrheck(at)gmail(dot)com

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  119. Hi and thank you for all your email i discovered so many option on my cricut many thanks and for martha Stewart scoring tool would be the tool i would need to make envelop i only have the regular cricut 6x12 so i dont have the option to make my enveloppes.Thanks again and i hope i will win.Ginette

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  120. Awesome 4th of July project! Thanks for the opportunity to win an MS Score Board! Sounds like it has bonuses that SP doesn't have!

    kraftychic at stx dot rr dot com

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  121. Wow - sounds like a great tool! :) I'd love to win.

    Candy
    papercandy (at) gmail (dot) com

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  122. Love your posts!! Thanks for the awesome giveaway. :) Happy 4th!

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  123. Gosh that scor board is great.
    Love all the measuring marks
    Thanks for all you great ideas
    Leanna from heat KS
    nannamohr@hotmaildotcom

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  124. Thanks for the review and for the great giveaway. I'm interested in getting a score board and this review helped tremendously! I guess I'll wait and see if I'm lucky to win.
    Happy 4th!

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  125. Ohhhh...what a wonderful, informative post. I would be so grateful to be able to win this blog candy!!! I love to make my own envelopes for my hand made creations, with matching papers. It just makes things look so cohesive, and professional. This product is impressive, and I want one!! I follow your blog in an RSS feed. Hugs, Rockin Robin C (stampinsavage at yahoo dot com)

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  126. I am a huge fan and follower of your posts! I have that scoreboard and I agree it's awsome. I make mostly cards so I use it quite often. Its the best scorer I have ever used. Good luck to whomever gets this handy item :)

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  127. Great review! Thanks for the opportunity to win one! Have a great 4th!

    Phenis2031(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  128. I have thought about getting this but keep buying other things instead. To win one would be great. Thanks for all the wonderful you share.

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  129. I have been watching your blog for some time and only now have become a follower. This would be a great addition to my scrap space!! I had been thinking of getting a Scorepal. This looks better! Thanks for all your inspiration!

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  130. Thanks for the review. I've been following your blog for quite some time now. Thank you for the opportunity to win this.
    Sylvia
    sanadon(at)sbcglobal(dot)com

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  131. I am a follower and love all your work. At first I was not sure if this is something I would need, but after seeing the envelope making I beleive I could use one. I have lots of cards but sometimes have a hard time finding the envelope so this would save time to quickly make one. Thanks for sharing I will be getting one of these regardless if I win or not.

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  132. Diane,

    I love your blog. I've learned so much from you. MS score board is at the top of my list. Thanks for the opportunity to win.

    weezielw at aol dot com

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  133. Diane,
    Thanks for a great card. I have been looking for one of these since Mary from Cardz TV got one.
    I have gone to most all the Wal-Marts in Ky and around also Hallmark Scrapbooking and several on line places. I would love to have this and have the money and cannot find one local. Its bad when you have the money to buy and cannot find it. I guess I could order direct from MS. I hate to pay the shipping. What a great card. Thanks for the opportunity to win this and good luck to all.
    E-Mail: davidbayles@sprintmail.com
    Blog:
    http://lovethatexpressions.blogspot.com/
    I love the work you do and appreciate the in depth detail that you give for all of us beginners.

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  134. Like the looks of this tool. It looks like it would be easy to use... I like the idea of being able to make biger envelopes. And to score projects with a crisp line. I am a new scrapbooker and card maker. I don't know about the uses of many of the tools used in making scrapbook pages and cards. I enjoy your examples that you send each week. SStatler1040atgmaildotcom

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  135. I always love looking at your creations. You're so generous to share your incredible talent. Thanks for the opportunity. Susan, demillio6@msn.com

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  136. I've been a regular follow for the past year and look forward to your daily "lessons". Thank you for the review and the chance to win a MS Scor Board.
    Mary Ann

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  137. I swore off buying any new tools as I know I'm a collector but this score board is too good to pass up. If I don't win, it's on my shopping list.
    SherryMack

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  138. Love the card, envelope, scored flower (which turned out so cute!)
    Great great project - and so nicely done!

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  139. I have been wanting a MS scoreboard but have just not picked one up yet. Maybe this will be my lucky day!
    Thanks for the chance to win.

    MShady

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  140. Learned something, now probably need another score board
    Hugs
    Becky

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  141. This scoreboard looks really cool. Thanks for demonstrating its uses. I will have to look for one of these. I love the envelope function!!! Your rosette tutorial was fantastic. I would have never thought of using a scoreboard this way!

    rosscdmr(at)aol(dot)com

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  142. Wow!!! :) Thank you for such a thorough review! And I love what you've done with the Martha Stewart Score Board...cute cards (& I love making my own matching envelopes)!

    -Jennifer
    partridgelu at yahoo dot com

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  143. I've been looking into buying one of these, so would love to win one!

    Michele

    duboismd @ charter dot net

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  144. I have had the ScorPal for a few years and use it for card and box making. It's a fabulous tool, but would like the added features of Martha's scorer.
    Thanks for the chance to win it!

    PJ(Jessie Adams)www.baseballclayfun@yahoo.com

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  145. Thanks so much for the review. I looked at this at a recent expo and passed it up. Now I'm sorry I did. I love my scor-pal but it does have it's limitations. I'd love to win this one!
    thriftygranny @ wi dot rr dot com

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  146. Thank you so much for this review! I saw the board a while ago, but have not seen but one blogger who uses it. And no comments one way or the other. I love your blog and check it often. I didn't realize I could subscribe until now. Thank you so much for such good clear informative posts. I also love your flower photos as well. Great job. Kathie kdobbins194807(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  147. Great review. Looks handy indeed! Thanks for the opportunity to win it. Love the rosettes. Festive card.

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  148. Loved your card and your review was very informative. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  149. Ahhh, wonderful review of the MS board! I've been looking at this, I really want to get a scoring board. Just haven't had a chance to find it yet. :)

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  150. You would NOT BELIEVE I was just checking this out on ebay last night. I am totally sold on the 1/8 inch increments. Would love to win this!! Your rosettes came out so neat looking forward to more projects using this great tool.
    Fingers crossed.....

    Danielle
    kazii at tstt dot net dot tt

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  151. Thanks for the review. I wasn't really aware that MS had this product. I've looked at scoring boards before they seemed to much $$ for how much I would use it. It would be nice to have though. If I don't win one hear I'll have to check them out at Michael's with a coupon.

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  152. Thank you for the good review. Now I want it! LOL

    Happy 4th of July.
    Betsy
    agp@vom.com

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  153. Hey Diane,
    As usual, you are right on target!
    What a great design!
    I've been a follower and have purchased a "goodie bag" from you several months ago...
    Would LOVE a chance to win this great scorer!

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  154. Great review!! It was very helpful. Thank you for the rossette tutorial also. I love your work and I am already a follower. Thanks for the chance to win this score board.frodz1atyahoodotcom.

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  155. What a very generous reader, and for you to pass it forward, too. I always look forward to your posts. Thanks.

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  156. Thanks for the chance to win! This looks like a great product. I have the scor-pal, but really like the idea of having more lines to use.

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  157. Oh no, now I want this new scoring board from MS even though I love my Scor Pal. I have visions of rosettes dancing in my head!

    melly_311atyahoo.com

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  158. Thanks for the tutorial, I'd love one of these...
    sue.pickwell@telus.net

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  159. Thanks for the review. I have been looking at this tool (have a ScorPal which I love), and wondering if I needed both. I can see the argument for having both. Thanks again for the info and the chance to win one of these tools. Love your posts and look forward to them.--Ryansmaama
    gkburrow@cmaaccess.com

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  160. what a helpful review!! I already am a follower and love all the great things you teach us on your blog. Thanks to you I am now the proud owner of the Storybook Plus software. I had a gift certificate and used that towards the purchase, yeah!!! Keep the great posts coming
    ikennic at q dot com

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  161. This looks really great!! Thanks for sharing and giving an example!

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  162. I would love this!!! I'm unfortunately one of those who fakes her folds by pressing it really well with my finger. Now I could looke more professional! And love the flower...I"m going to have to use it.
    Lisa

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  163. How generous of you to give this away! I do have the Scor-Pal, but it would be nice to have a scoring tool that scores at even 1/8 inch intervals.

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  164. Wonderful giveaway!! I want to get some kind of score board. I score my folds, too, but I do it with my paper trimmer with a scoreing tool down the slide grove. I know I was following your blog, but I haven't been getting the updates....oh, well, I signed up to follow again and hopefully I will get the updates.

    Hugs,
    Amy ♥

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  165. What a wonderful give-a-way. I have been looking into a score board as I use my paper trimmer channel. Sometimes it works well and sometimes it doesn't.

    I am now following your blog as you have so many ideas and the explanations are wonderful.

    Blessings,
    Shannon
    www.shannonscropstop.blogspot.com

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  166. Based on your review the Martha Stewart board is more versatile than its two main competitors... making those envelopes looks so easy! Thank you!

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  167. Great review Diane.
    I have been looking at them at Michaels.

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  168. I have been using my bone folder for years with a ruler etc...this would work so much better! If I don't win, it's definately going on my list of things to get!

    www.ourbrokenroad.blogspot.com

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  169. I love the embellishments you created!!!!!!!!! Awesome job!!!!

    ilovebasicgrey at yahoo dot com

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  170. love you projects hyou did with the score board and thanks for the oppotunity

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  171. I really like the idea of having the measurements for the envelopes....thanks for the opportunity to win this score board.
    Sherry K
    sherrylkeithathotmaildotcom

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  172. looks great...I remember when these were all the rage on the Cricut MB, but my Ms never got them...i worked there at the time so I did the stocking in that area and was keeping my eye out for them...TFS

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  173. thanks for the info - looks like a very useful tool to have - love the quick reference guide!

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  174. What a great Scoring tool! I believe in scoring lots while
    making/creating a card, collage,etc.!
    Thanks for the fabulous prize
    giveaway drawing...
    Cindi
    jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com

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  175. Thanks for the review, I've been thinking about buying this board.
    MariClaudi
    Cricut MB

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  176. Thanks Diane, I wondered how well it worked. This has been on my list to buy, just waiting for funds. Hope I win instead:-)

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  177. Wow lots of comments... I havew a scorpal & I like it but, I definitely can see the need in your explanation of the MS score board. I have had to do the 'shifting' of paper at times too. And the price is great. Thanks Diane!

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  178. I also have a ScorPal but I really like how Martha Stewart's scoring board is divided up with directions and the envelope feature. If I do not win I am definately going to buy one with a coupon!

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  179. fabulous card...and thanks for the review..i was wondering if it was better or more helpful then the score pal...thanks so much
    cardchick50@gmail.com

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  180. Thanks for the review. I have seen this at the store many times and was wondering how it compared to the scor pal.

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  181. what a great review i had been wondering how it measured up to the scor pal. thanks for sharing.

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  182. Wow...I would love to win this for sure...thanks for the opportunity to win....and what a cute card you are always so informative thanks
    alfrlf@cox.net

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  183. i really like the 1/8" increments. makes it easy to score without adjusting your paper.

    kat

    i have a scor-pal, but would like the ms also to make envelopes.

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  184. Awesome giveaway! Thank you for the great review and for the chance to win! :-)

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  185. Would love to win, thanks for the chance

    bakerz13_2003 at yahoo dot com

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  186. Thanks for the great review on this score board. I'm a follower and would love to win!
    SouthernMrs
    at verizon dot net

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  187. I loved your tutorial and the score board. I would love to be the lucky winner of it.

    Keep up the excellent work you do.

    Hugs
    Christine

    mybratz(at)googlemail(dot)com

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  188. What a pretty card. I also have the Scor Pal, and being I paid $39.95 for it only this April, I was not ready to purchase one from Martha. I have seen it used many times, and regret that I didn't purchase that instead. Maybe I'll be lucky today and finally win something. Thanks for sharing all your great ideas and fabulous work!

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  189. I would love to win the Martha Stewart score board.

    Lydia Jones
    galivant@grandecom.net

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  190. How did we manage without score boards? They make the scores so crisp. They look so nice.
    mdot kdot schmidt athotmail dotcom

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  191. I would love to win one! I have been looking at it at Mike's and was wondering if it was an item I would use and after reading your review I really think it would be handy. Thank you!!! ~lori

    gallionlori at gmail dot com

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  192. Thanks for the info, Diane! I've wanted a Scor-Pal but couldn't bring myself to order it. After all, I could buy another cartridge with that money. Read your post today and stopped by Michaels on my way home with my trusty coupon in hand. Walked out with $12.95 less in my account but with score board in hand. Thanks!

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  193. Love the card...want a score board and I will have one. If I don't win I will just have to go to Michael's. Thanks for the chance.gdobberteen@yahoo.com

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  194. Thanks for sharing such a great review. I've been thinking about getting a scor-pal but this gave me another option.

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  195. I'm so glad I found your blog!!! Thanks for going over the score board. I've been thinking about getting one, but was never sure. :) Thanks so much!!!

    Celeste B.
    ccscards.blogspot.com

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  196. Looks like a great tool. I have always wondered how your make those flower looking things, thanks for the pics on how to make them.

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  197. I own a Scor-Pal and I also own The Ultimate Scoring Tool by Crafters Companion - I don't like having to take out my book to figure out how to make specific cards with the Scor-Pal and the Crafters Companion is just confusing and a little to bulky for my taste. I would love to win this Martha Steward Board!

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  198. Wow, thanks so much for your wonderful view & project. I have been debating between Martha's & The Score Pal for a long time. Thanks to you I now know I'll be going with Martha's, or maybe I might win it! That would be great!

    Thanks,
    wendy.roos2boys@gmail.com

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  199. What a great review! Thanks for the chance to win one!

    inettoo@hotmail-dot-com

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  200. Awesome review! I have been looking at getting something like this for awhile, just been debating on which to get. I think you convinced my on the MS one!

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