--- Mystical Scrapbooks DT --- August Challenge Reveal "Textiles"

Hi Crafters

Today I'm sharing a new layout created for 

Mystical Scrapbooks

For August we are focusing on textiles.

So here is my inspiration "Cool Dude"

If you'd like to join in with the challenges, you can find them here: Mystical Scrapbooks Chat

So my challenge to you is to use two colours and any form of textile.
I've used the Black burlap ribbon

I've used the following products:

White cardstock

Texture paste

Colour Blast Shimmer Dust - Lush

Colour Blast Shimmer Dust - Sunflower

Stencil

True North Papers

Black burlap ribbon

Cocoa Vanilla Studio Stickers

Just for fun I've also created a process video which I hope you enjoy:

Have Fun and happy scrapping.

--- A2Z Scraplets DT --- "Cheeky" Scrapbook Layout

Hi Scrap Friends

Today I'm sharing a layout for A2Z Scraplets

My layout "Cheeky"

The inspiration for this page came from the pop of green in the photo.
Master C loves green so I wanted to make this a page with a strong green focus.

This collection is from Jillibean Soup - 2 Cool 4 School.
I decided to pair it with some of the Nested Circles
Each given a different colour of Distress Crayon.

I've also used the "Cheeky" word and covered it with Colour Blast Embossing Powder. 

I haven't added too much mixed media but I did add some Nuvo glitter paste to the background through a star stencil!

Thanks for visiting.

Happy Scrapping. 

--- A2Z Scraplets DT --- "Beautiful Times" Scrapbook Layout

Hi Scrap Friends

Today I'm sharing a layout for A2Z Scraplets

My layout "Beautiful Times"

These Him & Her Shapes are super cute ... but
I really struggled with using them on a page.

After a few different starts but nothing that I could get happening, I had an idea.

My boys are always sitting with me in my craft room.

So I gave the two chippies a coat of gesso, handed one each to my boys and some distress crayons and asked them to colour them in - one like Mum and one like Dad.

What you see on this page is the result. 

After the chippies were decorated I knew I needed to use them.
So I grabbed a couple of photos of my boys with there first ever scrapbook pages - made with their Nan and created this page.
The chippies were quite bright and colourful so I left the page fairly neutral with a few pops of colour from the Cocoa Vanilla Studio "Boys Rule" collection.

Thanks for visiting.

Happy Scrapping. 

--- A2Z Scraplets DT --- "The best day" Scrapbook layout step by step

Hi Scrap Friends

Today I'm sharing a layout for A2Z Scraplets

My layout "The best day"

This page features tow chippies.
First the Leafy Stems

I decided to colour them with my Distress Crayons, so first they got a coat of white gesso.

Then with my chosen colours, I draw on the leaf and smudge the colour with my fingers.

Repeating the process with different greens.

Finally, just to bring everything together, I added a touch of green glitter paste.

I love how they look, tucked into the flower cluster.

I've also used the Picture Frame 15
Covering it with Nuvo embossing powder which has a gorgeous glitter element.

I love how cute this photo is of my boys at Dreamworld.
So simple to put together with a easy torn paper background and lots of A2Z Scraplets Chipboard elements.

Thanks for visiting.

Happy Scrapping. 

--- A2Z Scraplets DT --- "Memory" Challenge page + process video

Hi Scrap Friends

Today I'm sharing a layout for A2Z Scraplets

Did you know that over in the Facebook group we have a monthly challenge.

Here is my inspiration page ...

My layout "Memory"

I just love the colours of this months moodboard and those butterflies = sigh!

I had a grid pattern in mind, so I gathered some project life cards, some 3x4 photos and a couple of chipboard pieces.

The Camera Squares are one of my fav chipboards - I love how it looks poking out of this cluster.

I've also used the Circle Set and some sweet Butterflies.

For the border, I've added some stripes with Distress Crayons and smudged them.
It needed a little something extra, so I also added some texture stamping.

Thanks for visiting.

Happy Scrapping. 

--- White with 1 CT --- "1st Haircut" Scrapbook Layout

Hi Scrap Friends

Today is one of my fav days of the month.
When you get to see all the new scrapbook challenges.

My first share is for White with 1

"1st Haircut"

This month we have a lovely colour this month.

You can also take inspiration from this sweet moodboard.

I've started with White cardstock background (Of Course!) and created some stripes with Distress Crayon and washi tape.

I then grabbed some stash items and built my page.
These photos I've had printed for awhile, but had not scrapped them.

This page with it's blue inspiration matched the photos so I went with it.

I also had this chippie from A2Z Scraplets and the layout kind of just fell into place.

I always look forward to seeing your creations each month, so I hope you'll have fun with this months colour.

Happy Scrapping.

--- A2Z Scraplets DT --- "Blessed" scrapbook layout

Hi Scrap Friends

Today I'm sharing a layout for A2Z Scraplets

My layout "Blessed"

I just love these adorable photos - they really show the friendship and individuality of my boys.

I've used the title Blessed
and coated it with white heavy gesso before creating a ombre look by combining distress crayons

In the layout you'll also find the Nested circles
which I've covered with "Apple of my Eye" embossing powder.

Background is simply Colour Blast paste "Sunshine" applied through a stencil and paper layering.

I'm loving the bright and textured result of this page - especially with the vibrant photos. 

It was lots of fun and super easy to put together.

Thanks for visiting.

Happy Scrapping. 

--- A2Z Scraplets DT --- "Catch of the Day" Scrapbook Layout

Hi Scrap Friends

Today I'm sharing a layout for A2Z Scraplets

My layout "Catch of the Day"

One of my challenges to myself in 2018 is to use my stash.
So I go to the back of my paper collections and must create something, using those papers.
Today it's an older collection from Cocoa Vanilla Studio.

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Firstly I chose a chipboard piece ...
the Catch of the day word is perfect for my fishing mad family!



I started with a white 12x12 cardstock background and then did some paper tearing - it's one of my favourite ways to add interest and texture.



Next, I covered my chipboard piece in white heavy gesso.
I also played around with placement and background elements - using the papers as inspiration for the triangle pieces.



I then adhered everything down and added some background stamping.



Using the collection as inspiration I added Colour Blast Shimmer Cube in "Deep Water" to the stamped circles with a few little splatters too.



To coordinate my chipboard I used Distress Crayons to achieve the desired colour.



I added a little bit of black around the chipboard title and added foam squares to the back, to help it lift off the page.

I generally add my journalling last - even if it's just a date or year - so that I know where the photo will fit in an album (when I eventually get around to putting them away LOL).

Here is the finished layout.

Thanks for visiting.

Happy Scrapping. 

--- A2Z Scraplets DT --- "Adorable" Scrapbook Layout

Hi Scrap Friends

Today I'm sharing a layout for A2Z Scraplets

My layout "Adorable"

This month over in the A2Z Scraplets papercraft challenge facebook group you'll find a fun moodboard to play along with.

The explosion of colour was my inspiration. So I took a a neutral paper collection (Kaisercraft Pen & Ink) and added some colour.

We'd also like you to scrap a celebration.

You can find this "Adorable" word in the A2Z Scraplets shop.

I've firstly coated it with white gesso, then coloured with Distress Ink.

Finally I've given it a coat of Colour Blast embossing powder "Snow White"

In the background layers, you'll also find the Jenny Frame, which I've covered with black gesso.

The mixed media background features texture paste, Colour Blast Shimmer dust and black gesso.

Thanks for visiting.

Happy Scrapping.