For spring break last week we went to visit my side of the family in Boston. The challenges I am entering today were a perfect way to highlight some of the pics. My children and my 2 month old nephew had their first Easter baskets. I took pictures of them with some of their goodies. With the sketch and color scheme provided by Color Me Scrappy (see below) I had a strong direction for the scrapbook page. I took more of a literal take on thew sketch but as you will notice, I was most inspired by the sketch turned upside down.
The banner was the most labor intensive part. It made the page fussy for me. I used the Bow-Easy tool for the first time to make double organdy bows with the tiniest ribbon. It was a MAJOR challenge. However, I did create the 4 bows I needed for this layout after an hour of fiddling with it. after that, luckily I didn't have to hand cut the banner pieces. I used the Cricut E2 to cut the banner pieces at 1.5" (real size) from the Birthday Bash cartridge. Believe it or not, I have always like this banner look but was too lazy to try it. That's why I like challenges that provide sketches. It always pulls me out of the familiar. I am feeling inspired. My previous thought was that sketches would stifle my creativity. I urge you to try some challenges soon. Please share what you create. I'd love to see it!
Supplies:
- Bazzill basics white, lavender cardstock
- DCWV black adhesive, blue glitter cardstock, black and white patterned paper
- Core'dinations cardstock
- Bo-Bunny - Thanks Easter Bunny sticker
- Thickers - glittered 2013
- Martha Stewart punch around the page - Teardrop Lace
- Sakura Japan blue Glaze pen
- Stampin' Up! Organdy ribbon 1/8" Calypso Coral
- Adhesives: Xyron, Scotch ATG
- Bow-Easy
The 3 challenges I entered today are:
La-Vie
The banner looks fabulous and good on you for
ReplyDeletepersivering with those teeny, tiny bows. Great take on the challenge for colormescrappy and hope to see lots more of your work
Cheers
Mary
Hi Mary! Thanks so much for your kind compliments! I thought those bows were going to be the end of me, LOL!
DeleteLa-Vie
Beautuful LO. Great design and colors. Thanks for joining us over at HIMCR.
ReplyDeleteHave a great day.
Hugs Nana
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Thanks Nana! I appreciate your comments and the challenges at HIMCR.
DeleteLa-Vie
Ohhh wow I love this.. Im an avid scrapper as well, and just LOVE seing others LO's. Love it xx
ReplyDeleteThanks Marleen! I've gotten away from scrapbooking and have been more into cards. Now I am getting back into it and loving it! Thanks again for stopping by and leaving such a nice comment!
DeleteLa-Vie
Great job on this one. I love the little layered flags with the scallops. In my opinion, this sketch was diffecult, but you did a phenomenal job with it. Thanks for sharing it with us at Color Me Scrappy.
ReplyDeleteThat is one of the highest compliments I have ever received! Thanks so much Lisa!
DeleteLa-Vie
Oh my goodness! I love what you did with the sketch and colors! Your photos are absolutely adorable! and your banner turned out great! Thanks for joining us at Color Me Scrappy!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Sharon! it was fun.
DeleteLa-Vie
Great job with the colors and the sketch. The banner looks great. THank you for joining us at Color Me Scrappy.
ReplyDeleteCrystal thanks so much for the compliment!
DeleteLa-Vie
This is totally cute! I love the edges photo mat. Thanks for playing at CMS!
ReplyDeleteThanks a million Marianne!!
DeleteLa-Vie
Very sweet page! love the banner! Thanks for playing along with CMS!
ReplyDeleteAw! thanks for your kind comment!
DeleteLa-Vie
Super cute!! Love the banner and the corner punches around your frame.
ReplyDeleteThanks for joining us at Color Me Scrappy!!
Thanks so much for your compliment! I love punches and have been trying to include them in all my projects lately. glad you liked it.
DeleteLa-Vie
Awesome banner and colors on your adorable layout!! ~Donna K
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Donna!
DeleteLa-Vie
Love this page and what you did with the color inspiration. I am going to pin this sketch because I LOVE banners. Saw you on color me scrappy. I am your newest follower via GFC stop by and say hi. I love connecting with other crafters.
ReplyDeleteLeslie
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Thanks Leslie for your kind compliments and for sharing your blog. I am following you as well. Looking forward to see how you use the sketch.
DeleteLa-Vie