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 Sunday, November 23, 2008
I too am thankful
Good morning!
In light of the Thanksgiving holiday coming up this week, I also want to share a layout about some things I am thankful for.
This layout is about my brothers and an accomplishment we shared together.
Supplies: Alphabet stickers (American Crafts), Chipboard heart (Heidi Swapp), Journaling block (Jenni Bowlin Studios), Patterned paper (Love Elsie for KI Memories, Creative Cafe), misc (Avery stars)
Tip: Notice on this layout that the journaling was done 2-2-08. There is never enough time to get all the scrapbooking done that I want to! I am always thinking of layouts that I want to do and sometimes it may be weeks (or in this case, months!) before I can get around to making them. I keep a journal handy where I write down layouts that I want to make and the journaling to go on them. I write down what I want to say while it is fresh in my head because chances are I will forget if it is weeks before I get around to the layout. When I am finally ready to sit down and make the layout, I just grab my journal, pictures, and supplies and I am set to go!
Have a great day!
gretchen
Gretchen McElveen
Sunday, November 23, 2008 9:30:44 AM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00) 
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Saturday, November 22, 2008
New Book!
I'll admit, I'm an idea book junkie. Whenever I see a new book by the F&W crew, I'm always excited. I rush inside, rip open the package and sit... and flip... and read... and then, repeat. In this case, the latest release, The Busy Scrapper, by Courtney Walsh, is quite a fabulous addition to the forever-growing idea book library. Courtney rocked her last book release, Scrapbooking Your Faith, and her new book definitely raises the bar. Here's a quick overview of the book... "Here's the real secret: scrapbooking
does not have to be time-consuming. With The Busy Scrapper, you will
learn valuable time-saving techniques such as: buying only what you
need, organizing to keep supplies and photos handy, using time-saving
tools, scrapping with page kits, changing your favorite layout designs
and much more! Be inspired to take action with over 90 layouts and
ideas." Be sure to check it out if you get a chance!!!
Amy Martin
Saturday, November 22, 2008 10:21:56 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)
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ANALOGOUS DESIGNS
The analogous color scheme uses colors that are adjacent to each other on the color wheel. One color is more dominant while the others are used to enhance the scheme. For this card, dark green is my dominant color, while lime green is secondary and light blue is an accent providing a bit of pop.   To begin, I went through my paper stash and picked out all designs that
had some green. I grabbed a piece of green cardstock for the card base.
Then, I spread out on my work surface embellishments such as ribbon,
flowers, and buttons. I started matching up papers with embellishments and decided on this configuration. I even added in some notebook paper. I
like the calm feeling this color scheme provides for a thank you card. No matter what message you want to convey, playing around with color
schemes can be fun and produce cohesive and harmonious designs. The next time you sit down to make a project, dig out your color wheel and explore some new hues! ~Kim (Supplies:
Patterned Paper by s.e.i., Hambly Overlay, Chipboard Circle by Scenic
Route, Felt Flower by American Crafts, Small Flower by Prima, Rub-on by
Melissa Frances, Green Ink by Martha Stewart Crafts, Fiskars Adhesive
Foam Dots)
Kim Frantz
Saturday, November 22, 2008 7:51:58 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)
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Friday, November 21, 2008
Mini Art With Supplies on Hand
Happy Friday!! This is will be a quick post. :) I love to use supplies that I have on hand to save money, use the products that inspire me the most and to push myself creatively to stretch my supplies in different ways. I created this mini canvas in less than thirty minutes with supplies that I had on hand-paint (my favorite tool), ink, stamps, vintage book page and spray paint. I love layers so I just added layers on top of layers of ink, paint and spray paint! First I adhered the book page to the canvas with a Pioneer glue stick, it is awesome! It is super strong and it also great to use on ribbon, small die cuts, letters and perfect for book pages because it goes on smoothly and doesn't rip the paper as you apply it. Next, I sprayed the canvas with some spray paint. Then, I used a cut out from an old Paper Source bag to serve as a mask and I applied ink around it with my fingers to give it some texture, no stroke is ever the same so texture can be made quick and easy.
Tip: You can speed up the drying phase by using an embossing heat gun,hold it at an angle and not to close to the paper to avoid burning.
Once the paint was dry I stamped the image in the middle and inked the sides with the same color ink of the stamped image to tie the colors all together.
Now I have a little piece of art with a great message in my scrap space to inspire me!
Have a safe and wonderful weekend!xo
Supplies Used: Adhesive ( Pioneer Glue Stick);Cardstock (American Crafts);Ink (ColorBox Fluid Chalk); Paint (Making Memories);Spray Paint (Krylon Short Cuts);Stamp (Paper Source)
Misc: Canvas
Veronica Jennings
Friday, November 21, 2008 2:09:45 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)
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Thursday, November 20, 2008
His Words
like Melissa, I so love the Memory Makers Book Your Words, Your Story by Michele Skinner. It is filled with ideas on how to tell your story and how to incorporate journaling into your layouts. So many different design ideas too. I could spend days pouring over this book. I had a story that I have been wanting to tell, to incorporate into my family album, for a while now....but how to tell that story? A chapter in the book is titled, Getting Some Help From Others. Perfect. While I could tell this story from my perspective, a mother's point of view, how powerful would it be to get his perspective. To have him tell his story. So I ask my son Anthony to write (well type) out his thoughts. It honestly brought tears to my eyes to read his words. And he was so proud that he finally got to put his words on paper. I then created this digital 2page layout using pictures that I felt captured his mood, his story. I kept the layout simple, letting the words be the most powerful element. His Words: I have trouble remembering to do stuff. Little things are hard at times, like people getting mad at me for not being able to sit still or for being distracted. Sometimes it is so hard to concentrate. A lot of people don't understand. Kids make fun of me when I get hyper. I hate having to take a pill every day and not being hungry. and sometimes I have a hard time sleeping.I hope you will check out Michele's book for inspiration on adding
journaling to your layouts. and thank you for letting me share His Story. Love Always, Ronda
Ronda Palazzari
Thursday, November 20, 2008 2:55:21 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)
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Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Count Your Blessings
Hi Everyone! Well with Thanksgiving right around the corner I know that all of us are counting our blessings and giving thanks for them. I like to make a layout recording Belle's blessings every year. This year she got to hand write them herself and that makes it even more special. I am sure this list will become a sweet keepsake in years to come. Have your kids or grand kids write even the quickest list of their blessings. It's also a great way to use a simple snapshot on your pages.  I love the idea of using different sized brads for fall leaves on a punched tree. The punch is from EK Success but I can see this being just as sweet with a hand cut or doodled tree trunk!  I hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving! Enjoy, Love MelissaSupplies: Brads:Queen and Co., Doodlebug; Pattern Paper: Die Cuts with a View, Scenic Route, Cosmo Cricket; Punches: EK Success, Fiskars; Stamp: 7gypsies; Stickers: Basic Grey
Melissa Blair
Wednesday, November 19, 2008 12:05:28 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)
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Tuesday, November 18, 2008
So Thankful.
As Thanksgiving approaches, I think about all of the blessings in my life. Of course my husband and my son top the list. That's why I wanted to create this page to celebrate them. I used some photos that were taken in a booth this year. I love how they show our fun and playful nature.
The photos were black and white. So, to tie them into the colors of the papers and chipboard I chose, I decided to stitch around the edges in orange.
Don't forget to document all of the things you are thankful for this holiday season!
Thanks for stopping by, Anabelle
Tuesday, November 18, 2008 11:11:32 AM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)
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Monday, November 17, 2008
Some Examples.
A few of you asked me for some examples of how to incorporate found book paper into your projects and I am more than happy to share some ideas!
I think the easiest way to look at book paper is to just think of it as patterned paper. I adore any patterned paper with text on it and old book paper is so neutral and classic it goes with just about any color or theme -pair it with bold geometric papers for a funky look, it blends perfectly with anything floral or organic and of course you can't go wrong with it on a heritage layout!
Use a whole sheet as a photo mat or for the background paper on a card, punch shapes out of it, cut it into strips or even swirls.
I created this layout this weekend, the leaves are cut freehand and I attached them with my sewing machine. I wanted the leaves to have an unusual pattern on them and the book paper just seemed to 'fit".
On this example I used a whole sheet as a photo mat, I think it really adds to the vintage feel of the layout.
This card set shows how punched shapes from book paper paired with bright patterned paper creates a funky, eclectic look.
On this last example I used found book paper throughout this mini album as strips and even "ghostly swirls" .
A coulpe of things to remember when working with found book paper, it is usually rather delicate so be careful when punching or glueing it and if you are worried about archival quality spray it with an archival mist.
I hope these examples have inspired you to try working with found book paper! Have a great week everyone!
Christine
Christine Drumheller
Monday, November 17, 2008 6:47:07 AM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)
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Sunday, November 16, 2008
The Holidays Are Quickly Approaching!!
Can you believe it's almost Thanksgiving?! Can you believe that Christmas is coming up in what, 40 days? Before we know it it's going to be time to trim the tree and decorate! I love the Holidays - especially decorating! In fact the girls and I went shopping at our local Michael's and picked up a few things for upcoming Christmas decoration projects. I can't wait to share them with you! I'm also looking for more Holiday decorating projects and gifts that I can create with the girls! If you have any to share, please link me up in the comments section - I'd love to hear them!
I have also started hunting for new Christmas themed Scrapbooking products! I want to share some of my favorites with you!
Jenni Bowlin Studio Mini Bingo Christmas Cards: Aren't these adorable!!? Perfect for cards!
Little Yellow Bicycle - The Sharon Ann Christmas Magic Collection - Clear Cuts - Glitter Frames and Titles: How gorgeous are these? I can see these working for cards and mini albums and even Christmas ornaments!
We R Memory Keepers - White Out Christmas Collection: This collection is so gorgeous!!! I love colors, the patterns, all of it!
Making Memories - Fa La La Collection - Christmas - Shimmer Alphabet Stickers: I love the font, the shimmer, the font - LOL!! I may have to have these on hand for non - Christmas projects!
Okay, I'm off to keep scouting for gorgeous Christmas goodies to add to my project needs list! Have a great week everyone!
Jaime Warren
Sunday, November 16, 2008 10:17:07 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)
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Saturday, November 15, 2008
Addiction
The first step in solving a problem is admitting that you have a problem, right?!?
Well I am here today to come clean about a problem I have.
I am a brad addict.
I cannot seem to make a layout without them.
I have too many but I keep buying more.
But let me explain why I like brads so much and why I cannot stop using them.
They are a great way to anchor journaling strips and add a bit of color to your journaling!
They are an easy way to attach those sometime-difficult-to-attach transparencies.
They make such cute centers for flowers!
They are a fun way to dot your "i"s!
They are an easy way to attach lace paper to your layout.
Of course they are an easy way to attach bookplates & label holders. It is fun to add a contrasting brad to the bookplate to add more color!
They are a cool way to highlight an important line in your journaling.
Well, I may have admitted that I have a problem but I am surely not showing any remorse.
I am afraid it is going to take some serious rehabilitation to overcome my addiction.
In the meantime I am on a mission to find more orange brads before I run out!
Have a great weekend!
gretchen
Gretchen McElveen
Saturday, November 15, 2008 11:29:24 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)
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FUN WITH FELT
I decided to break out my felt stash to see what I could create. I ran it through my Cuttlebug, I inked it, stitched it…and I ended up with these cute little holiday tags. I love the texture and dimension you get with felt. And they would be a perfect finishing touch for a gift bag, a brown paper package, or a jar filled with ingredients to make chocolate chip cookies! Make up a bunch at one time and use throughout the holiday season. Have a great weekend! Kim   (Supplies: Felt from Craft Store, Cuttlebug Dies, Ink by Martha Stewart Crafts,
Aleene’s Craft Glue, Ribbon, Button, Word Sticker by EK Success)
Kim Frantz
Saturday, November 15, 2008 5:41:41 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)
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Friday, November 14, 2008
Elements of a Lift
Happy Friday everyone! I am a little behind on lift week, but still wanted to post mine of the fabulous Summer Fullerton! :) I loved this layout she did of her son:
When I first saw this layout I was immediately drawn to the circles and lines elements. It is important to remember that you can take elements from a layout that you love and make it your own-for me that was the cirlce element. I LOVE circles and lines! :) Here is my lift of Summer's layout, documented the day when my daughter had a great day riding in her new booster, trip to McDonald's and I picked her up from school!
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I incorprated the following elements:
brads= row of Basic Grey pattern paper that I cut out with my Xacto knife
scallop= scallop, I love the edge and deminsion it brings to pages, Sassafras makes it easy to add scallop edges to your pages with their 12x12 paper ribbon die cut papers!
vertical esthetic= continued the vertical flow by cutting strips of pattern paper to go along side the photo and at the corners of my page.
It is easy to make to create wonderful page thru a layout and keep true to your style!
Have a great weekend!
xo
Products used:
Cardstock: Bazzil Ink: Staz On;Overlay:Hambly Studios;Pattern Paper:Basic Grey,Collage Press, Sassafras Lass; Pen: American Crafts Pro Maker;Rubons: October Afternoon; Stamps: Noah Alphas and (photo):Studio Calico
Veronica Jennings
Friday, November 14, 2008 1:26:23 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)
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