Spring has officially hit the shop — and after an incredible weekend at MATE, I’m coming back with renewed energy, fresh ideas, and a long list of resin mixes to restock. April is shaping up to be a month of rebuilding inventory, refining processes, and laying the groundwork for something new on the horizon.

Back From MATE and Fully Recharged

MATE was everything I hoped for and more: great conversations, talented makers, and a chance to see what people are creating with Cross Cut Creations blanks. Events like this always remind me why I love what I do — the community, the creativity, and the excitement around handcrafted materials.

I came home with a notebook full of ideas, a camera roll full of inspiration, and a clear sense of what makers are looking for this season.

Restocking Fan‑Favorite Mixes

With show season kicking into gear, April is all about restocking the mixes that flew off the table. Many of your favorites are already in the queue, including:

• Bold, high‑contrast swirls

• Nature‑inspired greens, ambers, and earth tones

• Bright, energetic spring colors

• Classic Cross Cut Creations signature mixes

If you saw something at MATE that you loved — or if you’ve been waiting for a particular blank to return — chances are it’s already on my casting schedule.

A Spring Shop Refresh in Full Swing

Spring always feels like the right time to reset the shop: reorganizing molds, refreshing pigments, cleaning equipment, and tightening up workflows. This year, that refresh is paired with a renewed focus on:

• Consistent restocks

• More 6-inch blanks for turners who want extra room

• Better batching to keep popular mixes available longer

• Streamlined color planning for seasonal releases

It’s the kind of behind‑the‑scenes work that doesn’t always show up on social media, but it makes a huge difference in what I can offer.

New Ideas Are Brewing…

MATE sparked something big — a new line of resin blanks I’m genuinely excited about. It’s still early in development, so I’m keeping the details under wraps for now, but I can say this:

• It’s fun

• It’s different

• It fits the Cross Cut Creations personality perfectly

• And it’s unlike anything else in the shop

More on that soon.

What to Expect This Month

April will bring:

• Frequent restocks

• More 6-inch blanks hitting the website

• A few returning mixes that haven’t been available in a while

• Behind‑the‑scenes updates as I rebuild inventory

• Teases (but not spoilers) of what’s coming next

If you’re a maker gearing up for spring and summer shows, this is a great time to check back often — new batches will be dropping throughout the month.

Closing Thoughts

Spring is all about renewal, and this year that energy is flowing straight into the shop. Between the momentum from MATE, the restock push, and the early stages of a brand‑new product line, April is shaping up to be one of the most exciting months of the year.

Thanks for being part of the journey — and stay tuned. The best stuff is still on the way.