• Inspiration,  Scrapbooking Layouts and Projects,  Uncategorized

    Sunny Days Traveler’s Notebook

    June 27, 2020 /

    If you have been following me for a while, you know I am typically a 12×12 scrapbooker. I really wanted to create a garden journal to document this season so a traveler’s notebook seemed like the right choice for the project. I quickly discovered that a layout is a layout and if it inspires you, you can easily alter the scale to fit your scrapbooking needs!

    Be sure to check out the YouTube tutorial below to see this layout come together.

    Here’s a look at the entire spread below. I just noticed one of my jute bows wasn’t adhered down yet and moved a bit for the photo 😂 🤣. I went ahead and fixed that after the photo shoot. Too funny! I found this format perfect for utilizing scraps from my paper packs. It came together so quickly and I think I’m really going to enjoy creating this little journal.

    I’m loving these beautiful garden tags from the June Stamp of the Month. They coordinate beautifully with the Tabs & Tags Thin Cut Dies. You can get the SOTM free with any $50 purchase for the month of June. I really like how I can type up my journaling on the computer and then die cut with the Tag Thin Cut. You can downsize the font to add more information while keeping it neat and tidy.

    My title, “Sunny Days”, came from an unexpected stamp set. The Seas The Day scrapbooking stamp is definitely a nautical inspired set which I love. One might not consider it for a garden journal but the phrase Sunny Days is so versatile it can work for numerous themed layouts. I love to stretch my stash and get more out of the stamp sets I already have.

    Below you can see a photo gallery of some of the main supplies I used to create this layout. The Garden Tags set is only available for the month of June so grab yours before it’s gone.

    Thank you for stopping by. I hope you are feeling inspired and as always, happy crafting my friends!

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  • Card Making,  Uncategorized

    Retiform Card Technique

    June 17, 2020 /

    I recently stumbled across this cool technique and had to give it a go. Turns out it has been around for a long time! Not sure where I’ve been or how I missed it but I’m happy to have another fun technique in my toolbox. Be sure to watch the YouTube tutorial below to see these fun projects come together.

    To begin, you will need some type of masking element. I love to use Post-It removable labeling tape. It’s sticky enough but peels off beautifully and won’t damage your paper. You can find it at your local office supply, Walmart or Amazon.

    You will need a stamp set, preferably one with multiple images pertaining to a theme. I have used CTMH’s “From The Deep Blue” and “Palm Paradise” for today’s cards. These are gorgeous stamp sets from the May/June catalog. Be sure to add these to your collection before they disappear!

    You can use one shade of ink to achieve this look however I found I prefer a lighter shade combined with a darker shade. Here I’ve used Carolina and Bluebird Inks for my ocean card and Evergreen and Sage for the Palm Paradise card.

    You are basically masking off geometric angles to stamp little vignettes in. I recommend combining smaller stamped images with larger images for visual interest. You first blend ink around the edges leaving white space in the center. You will reapply your masking tape and then stamp over these areas with your selected images. Check out the video for some tips on how to do this.

    I have stamped my sentiment with VersaMark ink onto black card stock and then heat set with white embossing powder to achieve this look. I love white text on a dark background! This look is definitely trending right now but I don’t think it will ever go away. Lastly, add a little wow factor with a tangle of Silver or Gold Embellishing thread and a few sequins around your sentiment. Did you see the seashell sequins?!?! 😍

    Thank you for stopping by. I appreciate you and hope you have found some crafty inspiration. It’s fun to learn new techniques and revisit older ones! Happy crafting 😊

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  • Inspiration,  Scrapbooking Layouts and Projects,  Uncategorized

    Stitched Together “Happy” Layout

    June 9, 2020 /

    The new Stitched Together collection from CTMH is so bright and fresh! Having two teenage boys, I don’t always have the opportunity to make pages like this one. I love creating embellishment clusters with big bold florals. The look never disappoints!

    This layout actually uses very little patterned paper. It will be a perfect go to when you have used up most of your collection. To see this layout come together and learn some tips and tricks check out the video tutorial below.

    The “Happy” title is from the Stitched Together card making stamp. The stamp included dies for both the phrase as well as a coordinating shadow and is perfect for scrapbooking as well as card making. I chose the phrase “Happy” for my title because when I’m gardening I’m definitely in my happy place.

    The Stitched Together card making stamp has a sentiment for just about every occasion! The sentiments give the look of white text stamped on a dark background which is definitely trending right now.

    I’ve added some enamel dots and a few wooden buttons to add texture and interest to my floral layered embellishments. I am excited that buttons have come back into style! Who still has buttons in their stash? I know I do and these cute little wooden buttons have a big impact!

    Cutting Guide:

    • Begin with a sheet of 12×12 White Daisy
    • The peach patterned paper I’ve cut to 4×12
    • The Glacier piece I’ve cut at 8×5
    • The Sapphire photo mat is cut to 4 1/4 x 6 1/4 and slightly offset behind my picture.
    • I added a 1/4” strip of the red patterned paper and trimmed to 7” in length.
    • Embellish with images from the coordinating sticker sheet and fussy cut flowers from the floral patterned paper
    • Tear paper away from upper right edge and back with patterned paper of your choosing.

    Thank you for stopping by! Leave me a comment to say hello 👋. Happy crafting my friends!

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