Scrapping with Scraps

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Today I thought I would share a few layouts I created with the itty bitty pieces of pattern paper I saved from older Scrap Shotz monthly kits - I just can't seem to throw away the scraps!!!

One of the techniques I love to use is to create a "quilt block" around the focal point photo. I usually pick photos that have definite colours. As well, I mix and match larger and smaller patterns with bolder and subtle colours. The "quilt blocks" allow me to embellish with scraps too, using a layered approach because I just love dimension.

Supplies:  Bazzill (cardstock); Jillibean Soup (pattern paper, die cuts, sticker numbers, phrase stickers); Little Yellow Bicycle (fabric border, dimensional die cut stickers); Basic Grey (chipboard alphas); Prima (gems); American Crafts (Slick writer)

As you know, I create layouts 2 at a time, usually. With a quick rotation and seeing all the extra squares I punched on my desk, I created this layout, also using a "quilt block" too.

Supplies:  Bazzill (cardstock); Jillibean Soup (pattern paper, cardstock die cuts, journal spots, word phrases); Little Yellow Bicycle (fabric border, dimensional stickers); Basic Grey (chipboard alphas); American Crafts (Slick Writer)

How do you scrap with your scraps???

Bo Bunny Isabella

Are you looking for something that is classic but fresh?? Maybe something that is a smidgeon feminine but not over the top girly girl?? Well, let me recommend the Bo Bunny Isabella collection.

The Isabella collection has all the classic Bo Bunny features that we love...the contemporary takes on patterns, gorgeous colours and the heavier weight papers making it easy to create a variety of projects.

Here is a layout that I created about my youngest when she presented her video at a summer camp.

Supplies: Bo Bunny (pattern papers, alphas, cardstock stickers); Maya Road (metal butterflies); Prima (ribbon roses); Kaisercraft (cardstock die cuts); American Crafts (Slick Writer); Zva (crystals)

Thanks for dropping by!

Bo Bunny Serenity

Have you been ogling the goodies Sandy has brought into the store recently???? If so, I know you could not have missed the gorgeous and richly hued Bo Bunny Serenity collection pack.

When I first purchased the Serenity collection pack, I had very specific ideas in mind for the papers...but when I started scrapping, all my ideas were tossed aside. Why? The colours and patterns worked superbly with lots of different events and photos.

Here are a few of the projects I used the Bo Bunny yumminess on -

Additional Supplies:  Versamagic (liquid chalk); Prima (gems); American Crafts (slick writer), Close to my Heart (cardstock)

Additional Supplies:  Authentique (mini alphas); Prima (gems)

Additional Supplies:  Bazzill (cardstock); Kaisercraft (pearls)

Thanks for dropping by! Tomorrow I'll post a looksie at the Scrap Shotz Annual National Scrapbooking Day Crop make n take :-)

Project Life

The topic of Project Life has been abuzz on forums everywhere! At Scrap Shotz we have several members participating in Project Life. Today I would love to share Design Team member, Rebecca Hilligas's Project Life work.

Rebecca did not begin Project LIfe until February. True, most people start at the beginning of January but do not let the starting date deter you from working on this amazing project. You can go back to January to "catch up" like Rebecca....or you can make your own year! That is the beauty of this project.

For Rebecca, she chose to complete January. Despite not having some photos she wanted from January, she decided to include flyers from her recent (and stunning) kitchen renovation, school work and even some paper piecing.

I think you will agree - this is spectacular! Thank you Rebecca for sharing! If you are working on Project Life and would like to share, please let me know...as I would love to profile you on the blog.

What's New in the Store?

From time to time, I like to draw your attention to what Sandy has in the store. This time I don't know where to start because I am in love with everything! 

Moustaches are everywhere! With a 13yr old in the house, she and her friends love moustaches so this month's kit add-on has me drooling!

I love that you can get these in felt as well as rub-ons. Aren't these just darling?

As well I am intrigued and in love with the Art Anthology products. Their colours are gorgeous! Some of my favorites are

Dimensional Glaze Fairy - if you look carefully, you can see chunks of mica and glitter. As well I love that it maintains its shape too. This is perfect with a variety of projects.

Or the Sorbet Honolulu Blue? Isn't this colour just stunning? I love the rich hue and the swirls...drool!

Of course I cannot forget the Elizabeth Craft Designs die sets.  She has some terrific designs as well as the positive and negative of the die cuts.

For your Project Life-rs, check out these wonderful goodies!

Look at these delightful envelopes from Fancy Pants - the patterns are so darn cute! I am using them to save all the little brick a brack that comes from every day!

And these cute cute cute journaling cards from Elle's Studio - they are 3x4 perfect for Project Life..

I think you will agree that the store is filled with wonderful goodies - what has caught your eye?

The Beauty of Sketches

I love love love sketches. They are a fabulous jumping off point for me especially when I am itching to create but am struggling with where to start. Most of the times when I use a sketch, I make at least 2 versions of the sketch simply by rotating the sketch or making a mirror image of the sketch or both!

Below is an interpretation of sketch by Valerie Salmon Got Sketch?

This first interpretation was almost an exact replica of the sketch. What I loved about this sketch is how easy it came together. 30 minutes and I was done!

SOURCES  Bazzill (card stock); Close to my Heart (card stock); BoBunny (pattern paper, layered chipboard); WRMK (chomper); EK Success (border punch); American Crafts (journal pen, alphas); Queen & Co (pearls)

Then I decided to make another layout by rotating the sketch. These pictures have been sitting on my desk...forever so I decided it was time to use them up! And here is the result.

SOURCES  Supplies: Bazzill (card stock); Authentique (pattern papers, alphas, die cut stickers); BasicGrey (raw chipboard); Tattered Angels (glimmer mist); Ranger Perfectly Pearls (clear shimmer mist); WRMK (chomper); Queen & Co (pearls)

So tell me, do you like using sketches?

New BoBunny!

When I saw the BoBunny line, "Family Is" a huge smile appeared on my face. I immediately started thinking of all my photos that had been saved for THE perfect paper packet...and I believe this is it!

Check out Rosie's projects!

The colours and patterns work for almost any occassion - who doesn't love the polka dotted paper??? Yum yum yum!!!