You Are... Some Kind of Wonderful

Hey Hey Everyone!

I am back again today to share another layout that I created on retreat!

As I said to you all of my layouts were rather simple over the weekend and several of them were scrap lifted.

However today's layout wasn't scrap lifted and it didn't use a Cocoa Vanilla range!!

Here it is...

I started with a piece from the Ella & Viv Paper Company paper. It is part of the Oxidation Collection Kit.

I added some Art Alchemy Acrylic Paint - Light Patina to give a more opaque background for my photo.

I added some Colour Blast Colour Paste in Dusty Charcoal, some various washi tapes and some black cardstock. One of the washi tapes was a new one that I have recently purchased at Scrapbookit. It is a Dina Wakley Media Washi Tape - it is awesome!

I added some different background stamps: Kaisercraft Clear Stamp - Chevron and the IndigoBlu - Ink Splats.

I added some white cotton and a ScrapFX Wordlet 'Some Kind of Wonderful' which I inked with some Tim Holtz Distress Oxide.

I finished up with a date stamp and adding the words "You Are..." in my own handwriting.

We are still in the process of building the website and adding everything to the shop however make sure if there is something that you want...send Jo an email...she would be more than happy to help you out.

Catch you here tomorrow for another of my layouts...

~xx Mel xx~

♡ Friends ♡

Hello!

Welcome to my second post for this month....what a month that it has been. 

Have you stayed up to date with our blog and the projects the girls have been sharing?

We have truly 'gone all out' this month challenging ourselves with colours and styles that we don't normally create with. If you haven't seen our projects why not grab a cuppa and head back through the blog.

We have also got some gorgeous entries coming in. Be sure to check these out here on the blog or over on our Facebook page ~ some great inspiration right there!

Today I have a DOUBLE layout to share with you! It isn't often that I create double layouts but I just couldn't go past a double with the two photos that I used. I really could have put both photos onto a single layout but I would have had to reprint my photos (me being lazy)!

So, here is my layout...

Such a bright and fun page of my gorgeous friends on our 2017 Geelong trip!

I have been playing with the Ultimate Crafts "L'aquarelle Designs" paper collection this month. So not my type of paper.....!!!! However, I have loved what I have been creating with this paper collection.

One part of our challenge this month is to use a COLOUR you don't normally use or like...well purple, oranges and yellows I don't normally use.

I have started with the paper from 'L'aquarelle Designs' collection and then added some more purple with the Lindy's Stamp Gang Magical Shaker - Polka Purple. I did this across both pages.

I then cut some colour squares from the paper collection and added them to my pages. I also splattered some Heidi Swapp Colour Shine in the background in Teal and Peach.

I decided that it was all a bit bright so added some stamping to the background using my Darkroom Door French Script Background Stamp and the IndigoBlu Ledger Background Stamp. This also helps with the challenge requirement 'Use stamping somewhere on your project'

I also stamped a few IndigoBlu 'Ink Splat Butterfly' images in the corners where I had planned and ended up placing some die cut butterfly embellishments.

The cute butterfly embellishments are created using the Kaisercraft Dies and Stamps - Flutter. These are a great product - two uses in one - stamping an image and then die cutting. Love them!
I stamped onto some of the colourful papers from 'L'aquarelle Designs' collection.

Another part of the challenge ticked off...'Use die cuts on your project'

The black circle die cut silhouettes are from 'Scrap FX' - they are pretty cool!

I finished with my title using the Heidi Swapp Vintage Chic: Buzz Words ~ 'Friends' and added the final part of the title handwritten ~ 'are the Family you Choose'

The last part of the challenge completed 'Friends' in any form that you choose - photo, title, quote journalling....(I have hidden my journalling behind the photo of Jane and I 😃)

I also added some of the Heidi Swapp Vintage Chic: Buzz Words on the other half of the layout. These have been in my collection for years...so nice to use them again!

Well, that is all from me today! I do love how this double layout turned out.

I hope that you are putting the final touches on your little project to enter in our challenge for the chance to win a fantastic prize from Scrapbookit! You've got to be in it to win it.

Hope you enjoy your weekend!
...Melx

Morning Everyone!

I am back this morning, as promised, to share with you another layout using the gorgeous Simple Stories collection Sunshine & Happiness.

However, this layout has a masculine twist.

This collection is so adaptable to your subject. There are some wonderful double sided papers that are not gender or theme specific. I have had a go with these to create this layout of my boy and I.

I have used a variety of the different patterned papers as well as some washi tape to create this layout.

I have then used two different Kaiser templates, one with Colour Blast Embossing Powder - Dusty Charcoal and the other with Colour Blast Colour Paste - Sunshine and sprinkles of the Colour Blast Dusty Charcoal Embossing Powder.

I have also used a variety of stamps to add the 'grungy, masculine' touch.
My title and some of the embellishments have come from the sticker sheets that are part of the Sunshine & Happiness collection.

Here are some close ups...

I have finished off with some black elastic to create a circle feature to highlight my photo.

I love collections that allow you to be so versatile in your creations.

I hope that you have entered your project for this months challenge. Time is running out! Be sure to get it in by the end of the month.

Don't forget all of the products that I have used here and any seen this month can be purchased at Scrapbookit If you can't find what you need in the online store, be sure to email Jo to see if she can help you out.

Have a great end to the month.

Less than a month before Christmas!

Melx

Morning Everyone,

Thanks for popping in today to Scrapbookit to see what we have been up to.

I'm here today to share another post with you using the sensational Cocoa Vanilla 'Totally Rad' paper collection.

I haven't followed the challenge requirements for this one but am here to remind you to make sure you get your challenge entries in. You only have a few days left! We have a sensational challenge that the lovely Jane Garner has designed for us. It is one to warm you up on these freezing days! All you need to do is follow the following elements in your project.

Element #1: Use the word SUMMER on your project.

Element #2: Use TEXTURE and TAGS

Element #3: Use the colour YELLOW

Element #4: Use the SKETCH below

Now for my project!

I have created a very masculine, messy layout!

Here it is...

I have used as I said the gorgeous 'Totally Rad' paper collection by Cocoa Vanilla Studio. Isn't that 'Say What' paper in the background awesome?

I have added some texture and "mess" using gesso, one of the Quarters Templates by Kaisercraft, Faber Castell Gelatos - Mango Mango and Earl Grey, Kaiser Mist - Denim, Kaiser Ink - Black, IndigoBlu - Ink Splats stamp and Colour Blast - Colour Embossing Powder in the gorgeous Dusty Charcoal.

I have used the embossing powder on the WOW chipboard frame. It is very cool. Check out the close ups below.

I have also used the Cocoa Vanilla Studios - Wood Veneers and Flair Buttons. I have embossed the wood veneers with the embossing powder as well.

I have also used this collection to create two little cards.

I decided to leave the 'Say What' card with a blank place to put a number. I'll add the appropriate age number when required.
How cute are the Cocoa Vanilla Acetate Stars?

Well I hope you have found some sort of inspiration from my post today. All of these gorgeous products can be found in store at Scrapbookit or Jo can order them in as well.

Don't forget the challenge and be sure to book your spot for our Spring Retreat by contacting Jo ASAP - seats are filling fast!

Have a great week!

xMelx

I'M IN HEAVEN!!!

Hey Everyone,

Happy Long Weekend!

I hope that whatever you are up to is lots of fun!

Yes, yes...I am in heaven!!!! 

Not necessarily because it is a long weekend, that helps, BUT this Totally Rad Paper Collection by Cocoa Vanilla Studio is my ultimate...I have had so much fun working with it.

When sending me design team packs Jo sure knows how to keep me happy!! Thanks Jo!

So, this month, the lovely Jane Garner has set our challenge. I just love the challenge she has put together. So many elements to incorporate into your own take on the challenge.

Element #1: Use the word SUMMER on your layout 

Element #2: Use TEXTURE and TAGS

Element #3: Use the colour YELLOW

Element #4: Use the SKETCH

Here is my take on the challenge...

I started first of all by creating my background.

I have used Kaisercraft - Coconut cardstock and randomly sprayed some Kaiser Mist - Yellow.

I have added my texture using Texture Paste and The Crafters Workshop (TCW) - Mini Organic Matter stencil. Once dry, I added some more of the Kaiser Mist - Yellow to those areas.

 I have randomly brushed some of the gorgeous Prima - Finnabair - Art Alchemy Acrylic Paint - Metallic Light Patina over the texture.

This paint is absolutely gorgeous. Unfortunately the photos don't show the nice subtle little shimmer it has. Even better...it dries quickly and appears to go a long way!

Here is a close up of the texture...

I added some stamping using the IndigoBlu - Ink Splats stamp set and also the Kaisercraft - Hessian Clear Stamp. I used two different inks to do this stamping.

The hessian I wanted to be subtle so I used the VersaMark Black Ink. The ink splats I wanted to be more defined so I used the Archival Ink.

I have also splattered some of the Kaiser Mist - Orange around to connect both the photo and the orange patterned paper that I have used in the layout.

Here is a close up...

There are some absolutely sensational embellishments that you can get to coordinate with this paper range. I have used the gorgeous Acetate Stars, the Wood Veneer pieces and also the Woodies. They truly make embellishing pages easy!

Well I hope that you have enjoyed reading about my take on Jane's great challenge (Well done, Jane!)

If you feel the need to purchase these products so that you can also be in heaven with me...make sure you head over to the Scrapbookit Online Store or send Jo an email and she will pop them in the post for you!

While I am here...don't forget to book in for our October Retreat weekend! I hear spots are disappearing fast. It is always a fun weekend. Details are on Jo's last blog post!

Well, that is all from me!
Be sure to enjoy your long weekend whatever it is that you are doing!

xMelx

Things with wings.

Morning All,

I hope you are all drying out somewhat after the super wet week we have had here in the North East.

I'm here today to share a couple more project I have done this month with the products I have been playing with.

Firstly a sweet layout using some more Webster's pages range:

 My Title is from 2Crafty chipboanrd and the dreamcatcher is from WOW chipboard, I have coloured them with some LindyStamp Gang Magicals just with a brush. So quick and easy. I have fussy cut the blossom flowers(yes I actually did some fussy cutting).

Layout #2

I am so happy how this page turned out as I have created my own background using the Art alchemy Acyrilic paints and the Indigo Blu stamp.  My title is a new Die from Kaisercraft and the top diecut is also a Kaisercraft Die. The shimmer from the paint is awesome but I can't capture it in the photo. We have 8 colours in stock now but I will be getting more in the next shipment for sure.

I hope you all have a great weekend and don't forget to enter our monthly challengeto be in the running for a GDT spot in July. Entries close May 30th.

Always hug the one's you love tight,

Happy Scrapping

Jo.xxx

Keep Calm and Smile On

Good morning Everyone,

Happy International Scrapbooking Day!

I'm here to share with you on this lovely Saturday morning!  

I have heard that there is a significant weather front heading our way, please stay safe everyone.

This month Jo has set our challenge...'Things with wings"

Your project, whether it is a layout, card or OTP is to have some reference to things with wings.

Here is a little prompt that might give you some ideas...

My layout features the gorgeous Simple Stories collection, Vintage Bliss. It is such a sweet collection and could be used for so many projects from cards, to Project Life style pages, OTP projects and even for your journal.

Here is what I have come up with...

In my challenge kit I was also lucky enough to receive the gorgeous IndigoBlu - Flutterby stamp which solved the things with wings requirement for this project.

Whilst putting this layout together I decided that I didn't want the stamp to be too dominant so I actually used an older Kaisercraft Black Ink to do my stamping.

I love how it is a softer stamped image...really compliments the paper collection.

I have cut some of the butterflies from the paper collection and have used one of them as a stencil to create my cardstock butterfly. I have used Scrap Dots so that they pop a little off the page.

How gorgeous is that frame around the photo? I just love how it turned out.

It is a WOW Chipboard frame. I have sprayed it with KaiserMist - Winter Grey & a slight touch of Turquoise and have then used the gorgeous Colour Blast - Embossing Powder - Snow White.
OMG...I love the gorgeous shimmer and glitter BUT it was a messy process - who cares when it turns out like that I say...it is all part of the fun! (I apologise if it is hard to see in the photo)

I only used one layer of embossing powder as I wanted it to be a fine shimmer...you could always use several layers of embossing powder to give a more striking effect.

I must say that I am really loving Colour Blast products at the moment, they are amazing! If you haven't had a chance to give them a go make sure you grab some from Scrapbookit - you will love them!

Products used in my project...

Simple Stories - Vintage Bliss paper collection; Kaisercraft Black Ink; Kaisercard - Sea Breeze, White and Elephant Ears; KaiserMists - Turquoise and Winter Grey; Kaiser Paper Blooms - White; SP Washi Tape; IndigoBlu - Flutterby stamp; Colour Blast - Embossing Powder - Snow White; doily; WOW Chipboard Frame, Embossed Cardstock

Well that is all from me today. I hope that you have found something in my project to inspire your next project, which I am hoping will be your entry to our challenge.

Look forward to seeing what you come up with.

Before I go, I want to wish all of the Mothers reading this post a very Happy Mother's Day! I hope you all have a wonderful day and are spoilt by those that love you.

xxMel

It's May Challenge Day.

Good Morning Everyone,

Welcome to our May challenge,this month it's all about 'Things with Wings'. 

Your project be it a layout, card or OTP must contain the theme of something that uses wings. All entries are due by the 30th May 2016. Entries can be uploaded in the sidebar from your blog or you can email it to  joanne@scrapbookit.com.au 

If you are our lucky winner you could be our Guest Design Team member and receive a great prize pack to create with, so join us we would love to see your take on the challenge.

This month I have been playing with Websters Pages ' Everyday Poetry' , Prima stencils, Wow chipboard, IndigoBlu stamps and new instore the Prima artalchemy Acrylic Paints. So many yummy products featuring birds and butterflies. I have painted through the stencil and my chipboard using Opal magic Green-Gold which has a great shimmer (doesn't show up so well in the photo but IRL they are magic). 

Here is my challenge Layout, featuring lots of birds and butterflies and a photo of my beautiful girls and their cousin heading off to a night out.

 Thanks for dropping by today, I hope you will get crafty and join in our challenge this month, I will be back soon to share our lucky winner of our April challenge.

Happy Scrapping

Jo.xxx