swtonscrappn
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Post by swtonscrappn on Jul 2, 2014 16:03:15 GMT
I know we had a thread on two peas about how many of these cute little suckers everyone had, but now I would like some ideas on how to use them up. I dont have tons of 6x6 pocket page protectors (thou I do use them in the ones I have). I know the layering ala Shimelle is popular...do you use them for that? (Its not really my style thou I have tried it out a few times).
Please help me not just collect my little paper pads!!
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gloryjoy
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Post by gloryjoy on Jul 2, 2014 16:09:39 GMT
I pretty much only use them for cards or 6x6 mini albums, so would love some ideas on how to use them on a 12x12 layout as well.
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Post by cynipidae17 on Jul 2, 2014 16:11:50 GMT
I just use them for mini albums or cut them up and put the papers in my project life album
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Post by Dictionary on Jul 2, 2014 16:17:22 GMT
Use them for die cuts, on cards, do a mini paper collage behind your photos on a layout, and of course the PL format
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Post by cinderelly on Jul 2, 2014 16:17:58 GMT
I usually cut mine down to use in pocket pages (4x6 or smaller). Nice because then I always have an extra strip to use somewhere else on the page or to punch. Also great for making cards!
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naby64
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Post by naby64 on Jul 2, 2014 16:31:04 GMT
On Scrapbook Generation website, there is a class for 6X6 pads. Sketches, pics and the like. It has really been helpful. It is a 2 page LO mostly kind of class but I have gotten great ideas. Scrapbook Generation 6X6 Class |
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Post by miominmio on Jul 2, 2014 16:32:36 GMT
I use mine for cards or die cuts, and the occasional mini album.
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swtonscrappn
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Post by swtonscrappn on Jul 2, 2014 16:36:27 GMT
On Scrapbook Generation website, there is a class for 6X6 pads. Sketches, pics and the like. It has really been helpful. It is a 2 page LO mostly kind of class but I have gotten great ideas. Scrapbook Generation 6X6 ClassThanks for the link. I always forget all the fun stuff they have over there. (Even though Ive bought several ebooks and whatnot) |
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Post by chichilabamba on Jul 2, 2014 16:37:27 GMT
I use mine for layering, punches and die cuts on large layouts. I also use them on mini albums. They're a must-have for me. The scale of the design is smaller.
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Post by pastlifepea on Jul 2, 2014 16:47:28 GMT
I currently use mine for taking up a lot of space on my bookshelf and depleting my bank account. I console myself that they take up less space and bank account than 12x12 pads and papers.
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tracylynn
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Post by tracylynn on Jul 2, 2014 16:53:18 GMT
I love me some 6x6 paper pads. I don't use them - I collect them!  |
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Post by TracieClaiborne on Jul 2, 2014 16:55:20 GMT
My favorite thing to do with 6x6 paper pads is make cards with a "strips on the diagonal" design. Here's a tutorial I put on my blog a while back with step by step instructions. You can make tons of cards from one pad doing it this way and the designs are perfect for it! Link: Step-by-Step Cards from a 6x6 Paper Pad |
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tracylynn
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Post by tracylynn on Jul 2, 2014 16:59:03 GMT
My favorite thing to do with 6x6 paper pads is make cards with a "strips on the diagonal" design. Here's a tutorial I put on my blog a while back with step by step instructions. You can make tons of cards from one pad doing it this way and the designs are perfect for it! Link: Step-by-Step Cards from a 6x6 Paper PadLOVE! Thanks for sharing Tracie. |
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Post by loco coco on Jul 2, 2014 17:11:55 GMT
My favorite thing to do with 6x6 paper pads is make cards with a "strips on the diagonal" design. Here's a tutorial I put on my blog a while back with step by step instructions. You can make tons of cards from one pad doing it this way and the designs are perfect for it! Link: Step-by-Step Cards from a 6x6 Paper Padlove that, super cute and good idea |
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Post by cmpeter on Jul 2, 2014 17:12:54 GMT
Cute card Tracie! I mainly use them for cards. But, here is a 12x12 layout I did using an Embellish It kit and one page of a 6x6 pad.  |
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Post by alissa103 on Jul 2, 2014 17:30:44 GMT
This Pinterest Board has a lot of good ideas for them. I think someone posted it on the old board (feels strange to type that). |
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Post by ferblover on Jul 2, 2014 18:39:49 GMT
;)Hmm, use them?? but they are so cute to collect!
I mainly use them in 6x6 albums but I have used them in 8x8 and 12x12 as offsets to the rest of the page.
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Post by doesitmatter on Jul 2, 2014 18:39:51 GMT
My favorite thing to do with 6x6 paper pads is make cards with a "strips on the diagonal" design. Here's a tutorial I put on my blog a while back with step by step instructions. You can make tons of cards from one pad doing it this way and the designs are perfect for it! Link: Step-by-Step Cards from a 6x6 Paper PadThanks for the quick  and really cute idea |
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Post by doesitmatter on Jul 2, 2014 18:42:05 GMT
I have been using them in pocket pages like PL and other locket page albums.
They are great for die cutting in the big shot with my small metal dies - I can quickly cut a full page of accents without any waste.
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swtonscrappn
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Post by swtonscrappn on Jul 2, 2014 19:03:40 GMT
This Pinterest Board has a lot of good ideas for them. I think someone posted it on the old board (feels strange to type that). Thanks for the link...that should help |
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Post by dulcemama on Jul 2, 2014 19:15:46 GMT
I use them for layering and punching mostly. I have to say, I generally prefer the 8x8 size to 6x6. I like the smaller scale patterns but find that they are often too small in 6x6.
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gloryjoy
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Post by gloryjoy on Jul 2, 2014 19:24:59 GMT
There are some great links in this thread, thank you!
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Post by anniefb on Jul 2, 2014 19:26:44 GMT
I use them for PL cards, card making and for layering and embellishments.
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Post by sophoebizzie on Jul 2, 2014 19:50:11 GMT
I use them often to make envelopes for gift cards...
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Post by ctpea on Jul 2, 2014 20:08:05 GMT
Mini albums, layering on 12x12, cards. I've also made my own PL cards out of them. I have found that if you cut 2 - 6x6 of the same design to 2- 4x6's, then you have the 2" left over from each sheet. I put the 2 - 2" strips of the same PP together and adhere them and I have another 4x6 card that I can use full size or cut down to 4x3.
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Post by LavenderLayoutLady on Jul 2, 2014 22:44:22 GMT
I like to layer the papers.
If it is possible, I line up the designs (like two 6x6 pages of the same design) so that it looks like a seamless 12x6" piece.
I use my paper punch with it.
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mandymae
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Post by mandymae on Jul 3, 2014 2:14:34 GMT
I use them for everything. It probably helps that I create nearly all my pages with a white or off-white cardstock, I rarely use PP as my page base.
They are awesome for making die cuts! I even mix the full scale 12x12 papers with the 6x6 of the patterns I REALLY like. Which is only a small amount of what I buy, I've really bought very little 12x12 PP in the last two years.
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LazyDaisy
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Post by LazyDaisy on Jul 3, 2014 2:16:54 GMT
My favorite thing to do with 6x6 paper pads is make cards with a "strips on the diagonal" design. Here's a tutorial I put on my blog a while back with step by step instructions. You can make tons of cards from one pad doing it this way and the designs are perfect for it! Link: Step-by-Step Cards from a 6x6 Paper PadLove this! Thanks so much for sharing! |
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Post by kittens on Jul 3, 2014 2:21:35 GMT
;)Hmm, use them?? but they are so cute to collect!  |
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Post by Frazzled Mom on Jul 3, 2014 3:46:53 GMT
That was a great link, Alissa - thanks! |
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