nylene
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Post by nylene on May 7, 2020 15:57:35 GMT
jjpeapea, your cards are so cute. I love all your ocean themed stamps. The nautical flags down the side were a great idea. My favorite is that little crab. So cute.
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nylene
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Post by nylene on May 7, 2020 15:59:15 GMT
nylene - What a beautiful card for your friend. I have been on the lookout for a big floral stamp like that, that you can just emboss and it is beautiful and done! Who makes that stamp? The stamp is Hero Arts. It was on clearance at JoAnn's so I don't know if it's still available. |
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Post by Linda on May 7, 2020 19:06:58 GMT
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Post by justjac on May 7, 2020 20:21:20 GMT
Linda , that little song reminds me of Ring Around the Rosies. Thanks for sharing. That's a great page. justjac , where did you find the free printables? I must have missed those while I was sick. I tried a search but that doesn't seem to work on this site. I see you were already tagged in the printables thread. I used the Cocoa Daisy ones. |
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Post by Linda on May 7, 2020 21:02:53 GMT
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Post by AussieMeg on May 7, 2020 23:24:52 GMT
AussieMeg I once saw someone talking about being caught up in scrapbooking and she said, she hopes that she is never caught up and can scrapbook some of her children's baby photos when she is 90. It seems like that is your philosophy too. I love how you go back and forth in time in your scrapbooking. Thanks for your kind words Lynne. Regarding scrapping old photos, for me it's mainly because I changed from paper scrapping to digital scrapping, so I am re-doing a lot of pages. Also, there was a gap of several years between paper and digital, which allowed the photos to build up! I love being able to go back and scrap old photos when my kids were little. But by the same token, I'd like to get at least one year completed so I can actually print out a book of layouts! |
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Post by Linda on May 8, 2020 3:55:13 GMT
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Post by lynnek on May 8, 2020 14:50:29 GMT
AussieMeg I once saw someone talking about being caught up in scrapbooking and she said, she hopes that she is never caught up and can scrapbook some of her children's baby photos when she is 90. It seems like that is your philosophy too. I love how you go back and forth in time in your scrapbooking. Thanks for your kind words Lynne. Regarding scrapping old photos, for me it's mainly because I changed from paper scrapping to digital scrapping, so I am re-doing a lot of pages. Also, there was a gap of several years between paper and digital, which allowed the photos to build up! I love being able to go back and scrap old photos when my kids were little. But by the same token, I'd like to get at least one year completed so I can actually print out a book of layouts! Well, yes, I didn't think about that in digital, if you do a book you can't just add pages in later, so I can imagine it will be nice to get a year done at some point. LOL! |
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Post by grammadee on May 8, 2020 15:39:00 GMT
Wow! This is what happens when you step away for a part of a day... I need to get caught up here! Here is a two pager from this morning. I used KikiPea 's May sketch for this:  We were MADe for Sunny Days by Gramma Dee, on Flickr POIINTS: two pages created & shared (4). Challenges: #1 six photos for Donna's challenge (6), May Sketch challenge (1), #7 three fonts in title (2), #17 new VB (2), #18 two pp's each page (2), #23 inked edges (2), #30 letter stickers (2). Total: 21. |
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Post by grammadee on May 8, 2020 15:46:01 GMT
Okay. Time to leave some love... Starting on Page ONE: What a cool Coronavirus page, Linda . That revamped nursery rhyme is priceless. Awesome that you preserved it. I love the artsy background to the poem as well. jjpeapea , you may have been inspired by others, but your take on these cards is delightful! Love the bold colours, the interesting icons and shapes, EVERYTHING about them! TFS. The rest of page one I think I caught on Flickr. On to PAGE TWO: Linda, I love that you are taking on the SCT challenges! And wonderful pages you are making with them! The rocky pp and bird diecuts against the blue are wonderful backgrounds for your Ocean Drive page. And the quilt like squares are PERFECT for the sewn masks photo! I have printed off their sample, but anything I do with it would not be nearly as spot on with the topic as yours is! Did you submit it to them? Love the pink/grey LO, too. Good to see you on one of your pages, making the cards. Great 2pager about your crafting. Your book about the pandemic is going to be EPIC! |
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Post by KikiPea on May 8, 2020 15:51:14 GMT
Wow! This is what happens when you step away for a part of a day... I need to get caught up here! Here is a two pager from this morning. I used KikiPea 's May sketch for this: We were MADe for Sunny Days by Gramma Dee, on Flickr I LOVE this! I will be using that sketch, maybe tonight. You rocked it! Love it with that VB paper. So fun! |
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Post by joblackford on May 9, 2020 4:16:17 GMT
I had to restock my shop with kitty cat cards so after I chopped up 3 sheets of paper to make 3 sets of 6 cards I was able to make another couple of my kitty scrap cards to add to my donation box. I cut the papers differently this time so I had some varied sizes of scraps which I like.  May cards - restock and scraps by jo.blackford, on Flickr |
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Post by AussieMeg on May 9, 2020 11:39:42 GMT
This layout is for a scraplift challenge at The Lilypad. I used the 'Your Day' kit by NBK Designs.  |
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Post by KikiPea on May 9, 2020 14:41:08 GMT
Finally got around to doing my own sketch challenge!
I’m trying to finish up my HI 2016 album.
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Post by grammadee on May 9, 2020 15:11:28 GMT
Those kitty cards are adorable, joblackford! AussieMeg , i am planning to lift your lift! Got it printed and propped up behind my desk with other sketches and plans for this month. Great takes on that sketch, KikiPea ! Love the flower clusters. And it's great to see how different the sketch looks with different photos and backgrounds. BTW what IS that sunrise/sunset background? Beautiful backdrop for your beautiful photos. |
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Post by KikiPea on May 9, 2020 15:39:39 GMT
Great takes on that sketch, KikiPea ! Love the flower clusters. And it's great to see how different the sketch looks with different photos and backgrounds. BTW what IS that sunrise/sunset background? Beautiful backdrop for your beautiful photos. Thanks! I knew someone would ask.  I should have saved the branding strip. I looked all over Google and can’t find it, but I’m pretty sure the left side is Sandylion. The right side is from Bo Bunny Beach Therapy. |
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Post by lynnek on May 9, 2020 15:57:50 GMT
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Post by justjac on May 9, 2020 22:39:51 GMT
lynnek I love that die! I made Christmas cards for my mom and mil using it. I love the fun patterned papers you picked.
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Post by grammadee on May 10, 2020 0:03:31 GMT
Those mothers' day cards are amazing, lynnek! Bet they will be on display all year! |
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azcrafty
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Post by azcrafty on May 10, 2020 1:04:19 GMT
Wow! That's a neat die. Very cool cards.
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Post by joblackford on May 10, 2020 2:32:53 GMT
I gave myself another day to work on my virus diaries today. This page was relatively easy and enjoyable with nice colors although I took a while to figure out the stamping on the right side. I used some Pink Paislee Bloom St leftovers which gave it a funnier, prettier vibe.  May virus diaries pages by jo.blackford, on Flickr This page was where everything escalated very quickly. I decided to go very text heavy and found a Shimelle journaling pad paper that worked perfectly. I cut the little strip of dots from in between the two columns and added them horizontally between the photos. I’m hoping the journaling will make sense in the future - I had to cut myself off at times to fit it all in.  May virus diaries pages by jo.blackford, on Flickr This page was going to include a different element on the far right where the “misinformation” journaling is. I decided it needed to be in the next page to properly tell the story so I removed it, and then I edited myself as I journaled about misinformation because that needs it’s own full page too! The screenshot of all the news (top left) was one of the first things I saved for this project. The long journaling isn’t the greatest but I thought I should actually explain what the heck this is all about - info paraphrased from the CDC. I knew I wanted to use that “facts not fear” phrase because it was on the news so much. Just realized I need to add something to the doctor’s office note on the right because I just realized it might look like I’m calling that misinformation/might not be clear why it’s there.  May virus diaries pages by jo.blackford, on Flickr I spent most of the day working but I’m really proud of myself for stopping and TIDYING everything! I make a big mess when I paper scrap and then it drives me nuts. So I feel very accomplished, taking a few minutes to put everything away and share.  Tidied up! by jo.blackford, on Flickr |
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Post by grammadee on May 10, 2020 17:08:09 GMT
Your journal is going to be a wonderful and valuable heirloom from this time, joblackford. Will head over to Flickr in a few moments and look at it in detail. |
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Post by grammadee on May 10, 2020 17:13:38 GMT
Here is the LO that has been on my counter--and on my mind--for DAYS! I started by collecting cs and papers and extras that worked with SCT's colour challenge from iNSD. Had the photos I wanted to use here. But somehow I couldn't figure out quite how to put the whole thing together. This morning I woke up with a new plan, and ta da...  Family in Paradise by Gramma Dee, on Flickr I had wanted to pay homage to KikiPea 's LO with the fallen rays, but mine wanted to spread out behind the photo in a more traditional look. This morning I just let that happen. The two other things that made it work this morning was cutting that yellow piece into a circle, and creating a new background for the title letters, using inks instead of paints. POINTS: two pages created & shared (4). Challenges: #1 two photos for Donna challenge (2), #5 banners (1), #6 flower diecuts & stickers (2), pp (1), #7 two fonts in title (1), #fussy cutting (2), #16 diecut title words (2), #17 new VB (2), #18 five pp on first page (5), two on second (1), #23 inked edges (2), #24 bling (2). Total: 27 |
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Post by Linda on May 10, 2020 17:19:13 GMT
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Post by joyfulnana on May 10, 2020 22:32:43 GMT
I’m trying to get caught up on this thread. It doesn’t take long for it to get away from me! So much inspiration! Page 1! kitbop, AussieMeg, grammadee @ nylene justjac there is love in the gallery! KikiPea I love that photo! That old stash looks new with the clusters and layering! And I love love love the bright colors again the black stripe! Girls just want to have fun - I love that cluster of flowers border and a great pic and story! natscraps - I could only say to myself “awwwww” at the car wash LO. So cute! And I love all the Disney pages and it’s pretty cool the way used the papers that pulled in the theme of the photos, and not a Mickey head to be seen! teacherlisa - Love the memories about the zoo, and the freckle face. Love those stars, and that quote! What a cutie! I love all these stories you are documenting. Love all the journaling. Linda I love the cornavirus page! Love that splatter and that purple! jjpeapea I love those little underwater critters. Fun cards! |
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Post by kitbop on May 11, 2020 14:49:28 GMT
Starting to get caught up in the gallery. linda - you used the photorealistic paper to perfection. And the squares/diamonds of pp on your mask layout are just a brilliant piece of mimickry for masks/fabric! lynnek, wonderful cards, I didn't get any done this year. joblackford - kitties. nothing better. And your virus journal continues to be wonderful, I just love the blocking! This was sketchy Saturday this week - come try the sketch, it's an easy one to use!  layout sweet cupcake factory by kirstendrew, on Flickr |
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Post by grammadee on May 11, 2020 16:19:15 GMT
Here is my take on your sketch, kitbop :  Still Hangin' with my Gnomies by Gramma Dee, on Flickr Full disclosure: these photos were taken JUST so I could start using some of the gnome scrappy supplies I have been collecting! They fit into this month's photo challenge about things we love in and around our homes. I have been a gnomie since the LAST time they were cool! Points: two pages created & shared (4). Challenges: #1 five photos for Donna challenge (5), Sketchy Saturday (1), Five points per photo for April Photo Challenge (25), #7 two fonts in title (1), #11 fussy cutting (2), #15 stamps (2), #16 used dies (2), #17 new Photo Play pp (2), #18 five patterned papers per page (10), #20 five photos (5), #21 twine (1), #23 inked edges (2), #30 letter stickers (1), #33 rounded corners (2), #37 journaling card (1). Total: 66 |
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Post by grammadee on May 11, 2020 18:29:37 GMT
Love your scouting pages, Linda. Great way to document all the spirit activities, even if the troop could not be closer to each other! Love the pic of the "almost" fist pump! The green with the cream make the perfect backdrops to all your photos. |
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Post by grammadee on May 11, 2020 22:06:07 GMT
A couple of birthday cards, for my niece's dd's, both with May bd's. A little inking, a couple of PL cards, and using up some scraps on my desk.  Sweet 16 by Gramma Dee, on Flickr  special day by Gramma Dee, on Flickr Points: two cards created & shared (4). Easy Peasy for 5x7 size: 2 x 15 = 30 points. Total: 34. |
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Post by joblackford on May 12, 2020 1:13:51 GMT
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I should have saved the branding strip. I looked all over Google and can’t find it, but I’m pretty sure the left side is Sandylion. The right side is from Bo Bunny Beach Therapy.
