Showing posts with label scrapbooking. Show all posts
Showing posts with label scrapbooking. Show all posts

Scrapping Project #2 - BRAVE

This is my second scrapbooking project.  I'm trying to be freely creative , but part of me wants steps to follow or a process.  This is part of my process - it helps me get started and then I feel my way through the rest.  Maybe it will help you too!

Disclaimer:  I love the shabby chic, imperfect look.  I'm not that into the picture perfect layout and I love to embellish!
INTERESTING PHOTO
  1.  Pick an interesting or sentimental picture.  It's true a picture says a thousand words.  The subject matter gives you a lot of direction on how to proceed, when it comes to what type of embellishments to use, and how to title your layout.
     
  2. Choose the layout papers. Use the colors in the picture to help you decide if you want to go monochromatic or complementary with the embellishments.
  3. Mat your photograph - it helps it to stand out as the focal point and it gives the eye a place to rest when you use a lot of embellishments.
  4. Of course you need to consider the elements and principles of design.  I'm working on this right now I just rely on my eye and what I think looks good to me.  I do know colors are important because they add to the story you are trying to tell.  Color evokes emotions and feelings.  Contrast helps give your layout interest, and Texture is just amazing - I love texture because it brings life to the layout.  More later, most importantly have fun showcasing your memories.
 
COORDINATING PAPERS

 
ROUGHED UP AND TORN EDGES THEN INKED
 
 
ADDED STAMPING, STENCILS, EMBELLISHMENTS FOR A FINISHED PRODUCT
 

Supplies Used:
Stamps
Stencils
Die Cut Flower Shapes
Embossed Die Cut Flower Shapes
Dry Wall Tape (for texture)
Inks, Dyes, and Paints
Cheesecloth
Alphabet Stickers


Obsessed with Paper

Okay, now my latest obsession is paper (again).  This time I'm delving into the world of scrapbooking.  I have no interest in the cutesy, perfect, looking scrapbooking.  I want to scrapbook the way I make jewelry:  with no boundaries, and no rules.  A little shabby, a little chic, and a whole lot of adventure!  So here goes - my adventure into scrapbooking. 

PROJECT 1



Mallory on vacation
The picture was taken in the Bahamas while on vacation - her beautiful smile reflects the fact that she was enjoying the moment!  I took my cues from colors in her top, and the blue of the ocean.

Supplies Used:
Core'dinations Paper
Drywall Tape
Buttons
Stencils
Die Cuts

On to the next. . . .