*** Mystical Scrapbooks DT *** July inspiration post - Scrapbook Layout "Family" background with acrylic paints

   Hi Crafters

Today I'm sharing a new layout for Mystical Scrapbooks.

For this layout I wanted to focus on using acrylic paints.

Sea Breeze

Marine Blue

Coastal Blue

Firstly I've used paste through stencil. Once it's dried I've used the acrylic paints with water to thin them out. 

To apply, I've used a combination of packaging technique and paintbrush to move the colours.

Choosing a photo is often a tricky part of creating.

I tried a few and settled on this one.

I've used the Family title from Cocoa Vanilla Studio.

With such a pretty background, I just had to add some florals

So I've fussy cut some Uniquely Creative paper and combined it with carnations.

Finally I've finished with just a little black stamping.

Here is the process video to see how this page came together.

Thanks for visiting

Happy Scrapping

*** Mystical Scrapbooks *** 8 week challenge - Around the world - Week 7: China

 Heading north east now...

China has a lot going for it, culture, production, animals and tourism.

But what really grabs me is their food ...

Symbolism of Chinese Food

Here is my food layout "Don't get Hangry"

I've started with this pineapple paper and torn it into strips. Then I've layered the strips over the top and distressed the edges.

I knew I wanted to add some colour to the white background so I've prepped my paper with gesso

I've then used Colour Blast Shimmer Dust to add some colour to the background. 

A little bit of stitching in a circle to draw in the black.

I've created my own title by cutting the word "Hangry" three times with my Silhouette Cameo and layered them on top of each other. 

I've used some sequins and Rhinestones for bling.

Here is the process video:

Can't wait to see your creations.

Happy Scrapping

*** Mystical Scrapbooks *** 8 week challenge - Around the world - Week 6: India

 Heading south now...

Fabulous challenge this week ...

Here is my inspiration

"Stories"

I love this challenge. 

I have a 6x6 Minc machine which is gathering dust. 
So I decided to get some foil supplies out!

So glad I did.

I started by adding a layer of DecoFoil Transfer Gel through a Hexagon Stencil

It dries kind of tacky.

Then I grabbed foil in the brightest colour I had - Blue

I place the foil over the gel and heat with my heat gun.

Then using my hands (not recommended as it's hot) or a hard but blunt tool I smudge the foil into the gel.

More smudging gives a more even affect, but I like the rough look, so I just keep adding until I'm happy.

The background is so vibrant I kept the embellishing simple - the ribbon from the kit and some fussy cut florals.

This photo is not a particular favourite but I love the story it tells.

You can check out the process in this video:

Happy Scrapping

*** Mystical Scrapbooks *** 8 week challenge - Around the world - Week 5: Russia

  Still heading east... by train or hot air balloon for the truly adventurous!...

The world's largest country offers it all, from historic cities and idyllic countryside to artistic riches, epic train rides and vodka-fuelled nightlife. *

I've used my title as inspiration for this Russia challenge. For some strange reason I think of Russians drinking lots of vodka and enjoying ...

"The Good Life"

This Kaisercraft acetate had the perfect curve and I've distressed the Uniquely Creative "Once upon a Christmas" papers

I chose a Christmas photo and gave this layout a really woodsy feel by using the woodgrain paper.

I have of course included my kit item ... flair and added some more circle elements.

Finally the Foam titles work perfectly. 

Love how this one turned out.

here is the process video if you'd like to watch this layout come together.

Happy Scrapping

*** Mystical Scrapbooks *** 8 week challenge - Around the world - Week 4: France

 Heading east now across the North Atlantic Ocean ...

Half way around the world and we are settling in France for the week.

Here is my inspiration layout:

The challenge to include fabric and lace was difficult for me.

I had a good think about this one and 

So I pulled out some supplies and started to think about the background.

I started with the Uniquely Creative "Ocean Breeze" paper and used a sponge to add some Kaisercraft Acrylic Paint - Tropical Water in stripes.

I managed to find some tulle with spots and this became my fabric element.

I've used the ribbon from the kit and kept it simple for embellishing.

Other items are the Foam Title and bling cardstock.

Here is the process video for this layout:

Happy scrapping

*** Mystical Scrapbooks *** 8 week challenge - Around the world - Week 3: Canada

  Heading north .....

Canada has some amazing scenery and as the second largest country in the world, we are all familiar with the Canadian Flag.

The flag itself has such an interesting history.

History of the Canadian flag

For this inspiration we want you to feature "Red & White" 

My layout "Vacay"

I've used papers from Uniquely Creative "Once upon a Christmas" collection and fussy cut a lot of florals.

I had a play with a fussy cut title but it wasn't working for me - I just couldn't get the colour to match.

So I had to find something to match and a Thickers title was perfect. 

I would normally add some splatters but I just can't bring myself to add red splatters.

So I've used the Kaisercraft Rhinestones to embellish.

Here is the process video for this layout:

Happy scrapping.

Can't wait to see your entries.

--- Mystical Scrapbooks DT --- July Inspiration - Scrapbook Layout "Perfect"

Hi Craft Friends

Today I'm sharing a layout for

Mystical Scrapbooks.

This layout features:

Uniquely Creative - True North Collection &

Cocoa Vanilla Studio Title

It took a little while for me to finish this layout because I couldn't decide what I needed in the background.

I put it aside for a couple of days and while cutting some other cut files I decided the star was the perfection addition.

Here is the video 

Scrap the Boys March Challenge - Scrapbook Layout "Dreamer"

Hi Scrap Friends

Today I'm sharing my layout for the March challenge over at

Scrap the Boys

My layout "Dreamer"

This month we were inspired by the below image.

I first decided to create a star background and used stamps with clear and sparkle embossing powders.

Then I used Colour Blast Shimmer Dust and water colour to create a background similar to the image.

I chose this photo of Master Z in the strangest sleeping position as it matched the "Dreamer" title which was inspired by the night time theme of the board.

I had such fun creating this layout and I love the result.

Thanks for visiting.

March Challenge Scrapbook Layouts - Posted on Facebook

Hello Scrappy Friends

Just visited my blog and realised how slack I've been.

It seems as though most of the scrappy challenges have moved over to Facebook.

I decided though that I would create a post dedicated to my scrappy creations each month.

White ... with 1 - Royal Blue

Scrap the Boys

D-Lish Scraps - The Scrap Suite

Off the Rails Scrapbooking - Vintage theme

Scrap the Boys - February Challenge - "My Foodie"

Hi Scrap Friends

Today I'm sharing a February project for
Scrap the Boys

"My Foodie"

This month we were to be inspired by this moodboard



I also used the bonus cut file from


Recently my focus has been on multi photo layouts.
So I raided my printed photo stash and realised I had quite a few of Master C enjoying food!
So I combined them and I love how this one turned out!

I've used Colour Blast sprays on the cut file and mounted it with foam to add dimension.
Then I chose a patterned paper background but muted it with some heavy white gesso to help lift the cut file and the photos from the background.

Thanks for visiting.

--- Off the Rails Scrapbooking DT --- February "recycle" challenge reveal

Hi Scrap Friends

Today is the first of the month which means all new challenges.
Over at Off the Rails Scrapbooking on Facebook we have a fabulous "recycle" moodboard inspiration for you.

Here is my layout ... "Escape the Ordinary"

My recycle element is the cut file in the background.

I used an old scrapbooking  magazine cover!

We've made some changes over on the blog so please check out the following if you'd like to play along.

Happy Scrapping

--- Kitaholic Kits DT --- December Scrapbook layouts

Hi Scrap Friends

Welcome along to my blog today.

I'm so pleased to be sharing inspiration for 

Here is a look at my project shared to the facebook group:

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I'd like to thank everyone who has supported me in 2018.

Happy New Year to you all and I look forward to a fun filled 2019.

Scrap the Boys - December challenge "Naughty" Scrapbook layout for boys

Hi Crafters

Today I'm sharing my take on the challenge at

Scrap the Boys

My layout "Naughty"

Apparently I did not read the blog well enough as this month is supposed to be a Christmas challenge.

I thought it was a "naughty or nice" challenge and hence my photo and title.

Even if I'm not eligible for voting I still wanted to share.

I've used Nuvo Embellishment mousse in the background and Cocoa Vanilla Studio papers.

Thanks for visiting.

--- Kitaholic Kits DT --- "Adventure" Scrapbook layout + process video

Hi Scrap Friends

Welcome along to my blog today.

I'm so pleased to have joined the team at 

I've been a huge fan of there amazingly coordinated selection and am loving creating with the delicious goodies.

Firstly if you haven't already watched an unboxing by one of the girls - pop over to the YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/channel/KitaholicKits

There are four kits:

Main

Pocket

Embellish

Mixed Media

There is even a private facebook group with bonus's just for subscribers!

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This month I set the challenge which is to participate in the below "Blind" Crop.

Here is my inspiration for you
"Adventure"



I've also created a process video for this layout too.

This months kits are full of delicious Vicki Boutin die cuts and papers!

 

We recently spent a weekend at Woodgate Beach and I really wanted to scrap these photos of my boys at the beach - the brights of this collection are perfect!

Thanks for visiting.

Happy Scrapping.