Creative Scrappers Sketch 252

Good Morning!
Here is the latest sketch from Creative Scrappers! I loved working with this sketch this week.  The vertical strips of paper really got me out of my head space, as it isn't something I would do on my own normally.  I used some of my hoarded Hambly woodgrain stash to really give it a good pop of color.

 

Go to the Creative Scrappers Blog to check out the full DT reveal and to enter for your chance to win a prize package from our sponsor Crazy Monday Kits. 

 

Thanks for stopping by!

Steph

xo

A couple of new layouts....

I've really been trying to use up my current supplies before buying new... "Stashbusting 2013" continues! Here are a couple layouts I worked on last weekend, using mostly Studio Calico kits. I ended up killing two entire kits (yay!). 

I'd love to be able to use up my monthly Studio Calico kit before the next one arrives and not have anything sit unused for a length of time.  *Sigh* I'll get there one of these days.... ;-)

Just a quick note today,
Hope you are all well
Steph xo

  

Scrapbook And Cards Today: Color Suite Challenge

I am thrilled to show you my take on the Scrapbook and Cards Today Color Suite September Challenge!  I've never done a color challenge before, so it was new and exciting for me to stretch my creative muscle this way.  I really enjoyed the process, and look forward to following the SCT color challenges going forward.  (If you would like to be inspired by previous challenges, go HERE)

Here is the Color Suite that Summer Fullerton put together for us to use as inspiration:

And here is the layout I made using lots of vintage October Afternoon papers, Maya Road envelope and Studio Calico veneer stars:



Check out Summer Fullerton's take on the challenge and also Kristine Davidson's!

Thanks for visiting!
Steph

Creative Scrappers Sketch #251 Reveal

Creative Scrappers Reveal for Sketch #251 is finally here!  Wow, did I ever miss CS while they were on hiatus for the summer.  Kristine's sketches are the best around, and I love working with them!

Here is my take on the Sketch using a Studio Calico papers, vellum, wood veneer, fabric bow and cork camera.  Alphas: Amy Tangerine for American Crafts.  The bits of grey chevron is actually extra wide washi tape that I stuck on a scrap piece of paper and trimmed.

 

For the full Design Team reveal, please visit the Creative Scrappers Blog. 

 

To win a prize package from our sponsor Crazy Monday Kits complete at least one layout from sketch #251 and upload it using our inLinkz at the bottom of the reveal. 

 

Thanks for visiting!  Until our next reveal in 2 weeks

Have a great Sunday!

Steph

Creative Scrappers Design Team!!!!

I'm a bit late announcing this here on the blog, but wanted to do it anyway ;)

I'm so happy and excited to be part of the Creative Scrappers DT!  Check out this AMAZING team of talented ladies... so honored and humbled to have my name alongside them.

CS Designers

Kristine Davidson - Coordinator
http://KristineDavidson.com

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Sherri Funk
http://faithandscraphappiness.blogspot.ca/

Missy Whidden
http://littlenuggetcreations.blogspot.com/

Sara Zenger
http://sarazenger.blogspot.com

Jenny Evans - Layout/Sketch Designer
http://jennygevans.blogspot.ca/

Michelle Whorwood
http://harbourgal.wordpress.com/

Amanda Johnson
http://asjmade.blogspot.com/

Caroline Elliam
http://www.creationselliam.blogspot.ca/

Danielle de Konink
http://picsandcheesecake.blogspot.nl/

Jody Rogers
http://creativeauthority.blogspot.ca/

Marie Josee Morisette
http://surlaroutedemarie-marie.blogspot.com/

Scrapbook and Cards Today Guest Blogger

Hi Everyone!

I was thrilled when asked to guest blog for SCT this week, and the subject: Scrapbooking your pets! Perfect for me! I could have written a book, as many who know me are aware, I could talk your ear off when the subject of pets comes up :-) Here is the first layout I shared, and the link to the Blog post: All About Pets

And here is my second layout for the next blog post where I discuss taking pet photos:
Photographing your Pet

The Journey is everything

This was a tough layout. I love it.

I was missing Bronte one night, and decided to type up my feelings on my vintage cursive typewriter (love that thing)... but unlike typing on your computer, you can't undo mistake very easily! LOL I must have typed it out 3 times before I got it right.

I wanted it to be perfect, and I had this idea of a VERY clean layout in my mind. I often do this... to ease the chaos in my thoughts.  If  I don't have control of a situation, I find myself trying to find order in other areas of my life, like scrapbooking. So even though I LOVE a messy look, I tend to lean toward a cleaner look lately. Just a weird quirk of mine I guess ;-)

So this "clean" layout sat unfinished for a week.... taunting me.  I won't begin another project until I've finished the last one.  So finally, after a rough week, and a few tears, I decided to get this one done. Get it out of my system.

As you can see, the "clean" look went out the window and I finished it within the hour.  Watercolors are all the rage right now... and I love these Peerless Transparent watercolors. 

As far as layouts go, this isn't anything new, there are no "wonders of scrapbooking techniques or design" here... but the process was everything.  The process of journaling that paragraph a bazillion times, trying for a clean look by moving paper around for 2 hours.... then finally just letting it go and getting my hands full of paint a week later.  It was exactly what I needed.

Scrapbooking is so much more than just documenting photos. 
Steph
xo

Summer Issue of Scrapbook & Cards Today

Have you received the latest issue of Scrapbook & Cards today? Go download it now! It is just lovely, filled with so many beautiful layouts, fresh and fun techniques! 

They are celebrating their 30th issue with a fabulous launch party and a chance to win some goodies from their amazing sponsors! 

Here is my layout from pg 31 (Sketch provided by SCT) .... I think this was one of the first layouts I put together of my Roxy!  I just love the Amy Tangerine Collection "Yes, Please".... is just so pretty and soft, perfect for my girly layouts. 

Cheers,
Steph

Stashbusting 2013 Update

I've been using up some of my Studio Calico kits recently, so this week I decided to change it up and dig out some of my Sassafras Stash.  One of these days, I may pull it all out and see how much of it I actually have, but not today.  I will remain in denial of any Sassafras Hoarding tendencies!

Here are a few layouts I finished on Friday night, they were quick and easy!  I really enjoyed myself!

Wishing you a happy week....and how many of you are counting down the days until CHA?

Cheers,
Stephanie

Scrappy Update

Here are a few pages I've been working on over the last couple of weeks... Its been a dreary, rainy couple of weeks and I haven't had an opportunity to take any decent photos of them until now. 

I'm still working through my stash as best I can... along with a bit of spring cleaning I think I'll get this ScrapCave under control again!  Is it just me, or do most scrappers love to organize and rearrange their craft rooms?  It seems like tearing apart my space is my other hobby when I'm not in a creative mood!  LOL  Please tell me I'm not alone in this ;-)

The kittens are doing really well, it's hard to believe its only been a few months since they joined our fur family as I can't imagine my days without them to make me giggle.  They are the most adorable little marshmallows... and you should see Ralphie!  He is going to be a BIG boy!  I haven't weigh him in a couple of weeks, but I'm sure he's reached 7.5-8 pounds already and they are only turning 6Months old tomorrow!  Roxy is still a delicate little thing, I don't think she's even reached 6 pounds yet which is more typical of the Persian breed.

Until next time!
Steph