Boys Will Be Boys

Afternoon Everyone,

Can you believe that it is the second last day of June?

Where has this month gone?

Just thought I would pop in this afternoon to share another layout that I have created using the Cocoa Vanilla Studios collection 'Totally Rad'

This layout was a little bit of a work in progress.

I was fiddling with the background, trying a few techniques.

I wasn't overly happy with the background and sort of shoved it aside thinking that I didn't like it and that I would never use it. After a bit of paper shuffling I have used it and have come up with this layout... (I apologise about the shadows!)

To create the background I did a couple of things.

The first thing I did was... using the Kaisercraft Bricks 12x12 template, my Faber Castell Gelatos and some baby wipes I created the water colour brick wall effect using both orange and black.

All I did was add the Gelato colour to the baby wipe and wiped it through the template onto the card stock.

The second thing I did was used some texture paste. I used it with a template, Kaisercraft Quarters as well as just by smearing it onto the card stock.

Next I used some of the 'old' Kaisercraft Rub-Ons that I have hoarded away for ages. I tried to use some of them up in the background and wasn't worried if they didn't quite work so well. Adds to the grungy look.

Then I used my Gelatos in the yellow and orange and just randomly applied it over the water colour and texture paste. At some points I blended the Gelatos with my finger at other points just left it.

Finally on the background I splattered some charcoal coloured mist. 

To complete the layout I have added strips and blocks of the gorgeous Cocoa Vanilla collection, which I have inked with Distress Ink.

A few little embellishments from my kit - the sensational flairs and the very versatile wood veneers - and my layout is done.

Don't forget to book in for our Spring Retreat...October 7-9 2016!

A wonderful weekend of friendship, fun, laughter and yes of course scrapbooking!
Look forward to seeing you there.

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Be sure to check back in on Friday for our new challenge and a new Guest Design Team Member.

xMelx

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