Calvin Ball | Day Three...

Calvin Ball challenge Day 3: use a date stamp, circle, enamel dots, washi tape, a crown and/or ice cream.

"You & Me"

Lots of layers happening here. I'm not sure I am following the rules, but more so looking at colour combinations to help complement my photo. I have added a date stamp and a stamped circle. I have no idea WHY I didn't add any enamel dots... LOL!

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Calvin Ball | Day One...

Hey Friends! I'm trying something new for me! This year I am playing along with the scrappy game, Calvin Ball. If you want more details check out the Facebook forum Calvinball 2020. Basically the idea is to create a layout a day during the month of March. I know I cannot commit completely to this timeframe, but I'm going to do my best. Even if it's just to simply boost my creativity.

And just like the comic strip Calvin and Hobbes, each day, no rules are the same. We really get to mix it up.

"6 AM"

This layout is all about how Cam loves to be the first one ready for school each day. He is often up at 6am waiting for the rest of the crew to wake from their slumber!

The rules for Day 1: use a frame, white gel pen title, star and gold foil.

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Bella Blvd | Back to School cards...

Back to school can be either exciting or nerve wracking! It can also be slightly chaotic! Why not try and remind our littlies or even the teacher, to enjoy and embrace the First Day of School with a cute card.

"Awesome to the Core" & "Happy First Day"

Check out my full post here on the Bella Blvd blog. Thanks for visiting..x

Bella Blvd | Mood Board...

Hello Friends! This past week on the Bella Blvd blog, the Team have been sharing their inspiration from the new January Mood Board.

I fell in love with several elements from the board. If you'd like to know more, check out the link here.

"Just Do Your Thing"

products used: cs - AC; pp - Bella Blvd; Alphas - Bella Blvd; Embellishments - Bella Blvd; other - paint; tools - machine stitching, typewriter, clear stamps.

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Jillibean Soup | This is Us...

Time spent with family is always a blessing in this household. And especially at Christmas time. At every opportunity I love to gather the people for photos. Even if it is just an ordinary, everyday lunch!! This layout was create for Jillibean Soup.

"This is Us"

products used: cs - American Crafts; pp - Jillibean Soup Garden Harvest; alphas - Jillibean Soup foam stickers; embellishments - Jillibean Soup pea pod parts, enamel shapes, 3x4 placemats; other - paint, sharpie pen; tools - metal tag die, typewriter.

Lots of fun fussy cutting on this layout. For more detail, feel free to visit the Jillibean Soup blog here. Thanks for visiting..x

Bella Blvd | The Gingerbread...

Do you have special traditions you like to complete each year? We certainly do. And one of those fun things is always making gingerbread!

This layout was created for Bella Blvd using the new Santa Squad collection.

"The Gingerbread"

products used: cs - American Crafts; pp - Bella Blvd Santa Squad, Bella Besties; alpha - Bella Blvd Florence Alphas; other - paint, textured paste; tools - typewriter, machine stitching.

Be sure to check out all the Santa Squad inspiration created by the team this month! Thanks for visiting the blog..x

Bella Blvd | Grateful...

Hi Friends! December is certainly looking at being a busy month! Just like always... :) But I want to remember the little things as the time flitters by. My latest LO up on the Bella Blvd blog is all for scrapping moments of gratitude.

I'm afraid I think I got a bit emotional when writing the blog post for this project. But it was definitely timely.

"Grateful"

products used: cs - American Crafts; pp - Bella Blvd; alphas - Bella Blvd; embellishments - Bella Blvd; tools - typewriter, machine stitching.

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Jillibean Soup | Christmas Wreath...

Happy December Friends! Are you looking for a quick and easy project to help kick start your Christmas décor? Then look no further than the Jillibean Soup blog.  All this month we have lots of inspirational ideas to share.

"Paper Christmas Wreath"

products used: cs - American Crafts; pp - Jillibean Soup; embellishments - Jillibean Soup red pom pom garland; red ribbon, 5" wire hoop.

Keep an eye out for my Christmas wreath tutorial found here. Thanks for visiting..x

Jillibean Soup | Wish...

Hey Friends! Have you gat a stash of wood veneers just lying around begging to be used? Well It is time to break them free and create.  This layout, created for Jillibean Soup shares some fun, yet simple ideas on how to make the best use of wood veneers.

"Wish"

products used: cs - American Crafts; pp - Jillibean Soup Spoonful of Soul; alphas - Jillibean Soup; embellishments - Jillibean Soup wood veneers & shapes, pea pod parts, wood dots, enamel shapes, adhesive sequins; other - embroidery thread; tools - typewriter, metal tag die.

Fussy cutting and hand stitching are all part of the design to draw the eye towards these fun embellishments.

Don't forget to head on over to the Jillibean Soup blog for more ideas. Thanks for visiting..x

Jillibean Soup 25 Days of Christmas Tags...

Hello Friends! It's so close to being the festive season and I can't wait to share some fun things I've been working on! But before December comes around, some of the Jillibean Soup DT members are participating in the 25 Days of Christmas Tags hop. Here's a look at what I put together.

I love the look of these kraft tags. I've used a Jillibean Soup die cut on the front of one of the tags and then sewn it onto a second identical tag. But sandwiched in between the kraft is a stamped image of the Jillibean Soup truck on some fun Christmas mood patterned papers.

Each little truck has a different surprise sitting on the back of its tray.

And each tag has been completed with the use of a red ribbon or bakers twine.

Don't forget to check out the other amazing ideas on the Jillibean Soup blog here.

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Jillibean Soup | Grateful...

Hello Friends! Just popping in to share a layout recently created about being grateful. Sometimes it takes a big thing to recognise the small things. After my daughter's serious car accident, I needed to take the time to appreciate everyday gifts.

This layout was created for Jillibean Soup. You can check out all the details here..

"Grateful"

products used: cs - American Crafts; pp - Jillibean Soup Garden Harvest; alphas - Jillibean Soup design store cut file; embellishments - Jillibean Soup foam stickers, Garden Harvest Pea Pod Parts; tools - typewriter.

When you get the chance, don't forget to list the things you are grateful for. You might surprise yourself! Thanks for visiting..x

Bella BLVD | Story...

Hey Friends! I have a new layout up on the Bella Blvd blog. It all about creative journaling. For this project, I created a slider pocket to house all of my documentation. This technique is awesome for those huge stories that you don't necessarily want fully exposed.

 "Story"

products used: cs - American Crafts; pp - Bella Blvd; embellishments - Bella Blvd; other - cut file, typewriter.

For more details, head on over to the Bella blog for all the step by step instructions. Thanks for visiting today!

Bella Blvd | Summer Superhero...

Summer is about to start here in Australia and honestly, I can't wait for the warmer weather! Here's a little flashback to one of our fave times at the beach.

"Superhero"

products used: cs - American Crafts; pp - Bella Blvd Splash Zone; alpha - Bella Blvd; other - Bella Blvd: die cuts, puffy stickers; tools - typewriter.

You can check out all the details here. Thanks for visiting!

Jillibean Soup | Fall Bucket List...

Hello Friends! Do you often write up list of things you'd like to do or accomplish? I don't know about you, but the "bucket list" style journaling had me wanting to use it on a layout. And I am so happy I did! 

"Bucket List"

products used: cs - American Crafts; pp - Jillibean Soup Spoonful of Soul; Alpha - Jillibean Soup; other - Jillibean Soup pea pod parts, wood veneers, stickers, puffy stickers, epoxy stickers, clear stamp; ink, paint, embroidery thread; tools - machine stitching, typewriter.

I went a step further and used the words "Bucket List" in the title as well!

For lots more details, head on over to the Jillibean Soup blog. Thanks for visiting..x

Bella Blvd | Be Sweet...

I do like to have a rainbow on my layouts every now and then.. What's your favourite go to design?

This layout was created for Bella Blvd using their new Squeeze the Day collection.

"Be Sweet"

I've also teamed it up with some acrylic words. Check out the details here on the Bella Blvd blog. Thanks for visiting..x

Jillibean Soup | This is Us...

Need layout inspiration when you have too many patterned papers to choose from? I had to break the process down when creating this layout.  Jillibean Soup Garden Harvest collection is simply too cute!! Check out my latest Jillibean Soup project here.

"This is Us"

products used:  cs - American Crafts; pp - Jillibean Soup Garden Harvest; alphas - Jillibean Soup foam stickers; other - sharpie pen, Jillibean Soup epoxy stickers, staples, embroidery thread; tools - typewriter.

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