Winter Scrapbook Layouts

Posted by: Anne

BRRR… It’s been cold around here for the past few days, and we are totally snowed in. So, I thought about how wonderful this time of the year is for scrappers. It’s a great activity for those cold days when you’re curled up next to the fire. And with all the snowy fun and holiday festivities going on, you should have plenty of pictures to work with.

Coming up with great winter layouts can be a bit of a challenge, though. The bright colors you used in the spring and summer don’t quite fit, nor do many of the nature-inspired embellishments you would use in other seasons. But there is inspiration to be found. Here are some layout theme ideas to get you going:

Snowmen – The snowman is a popular winter figure that adds a whimsical touch to your scrapbooking. You could create an adorable layout by cutting pictures into circles of three different sizes and stacking them on top of one another like a snowman. A border featuring snowmen also makes a nice frame for photos of winter fun.

Snowflakes – They say that no two snowflakes are exactly alike, so a snowflake layout is anything but boring. Why not make some paper snowflakes or have your child make them), arrange them on the page, and place photos in the middle of them?

Candy canes – The candy cane stripe pattern is symbolic of winter and the holidays. Using it as a backdrop or in borders makes for a fun page. How about making a heart-shaped photo frame with two candy cane die cuts?

Winter scenes – A nice winter scene is great for the background of a scrapbook page. It expresses the beauty of the season without taking the attention away from your photos. A beautiful and easy way to create such a layout is to use photo editing software to fade and soften a picture of a winter landscape, then print it onto a piece of card stock.

SPEAKING of WINTER Cricut Cartridge! Brand NEW In Box!

SPEAKING OF WINTER Cricut font cartridge-Brand NEW NIB

Winter scrapbook layouts are often more muted than those of other seasons, but they do not have to be colorless and boring. Splashes of red and green can spruce up pages while maintaining a winter ambiance. Blues and purples are also good choices for the season.

Scrapping your snow-filled memories is a fun way to pass the time during chilly weather. With some fun and creative layouts, you can give your winter photos the beautiful presentation they deserve.

Do you have any LO featuring the above idea? Leave a link in the comments area so we can all see and get inspired.

Love Struck Cricut Cartridge

Posted by: Anne

Perfect for this time of the year,  the Love Struck Cricut Cartridge is on sale at eBay:

LOVE STRUCK Seasonal Cartridge for Cricut

Cricut Love Struck Cartridge (slightly used)

LOVE STRUCK Cricut Cartridge Just Released Brand NEW!!

Limited! CRICUT & EXPRESSION Cartridge LOVE STRUCK 2010

Limited! CRICUT & EXPRESSION Cartridge LOVE STRUCK 2010

Limited! CRICUT & EXPRESSION Cartridge LOVE STRUCK 2010

Limited! CRICUT & EXPRESSION Cartridge LOVE STRUCK 2010

Paper Crafting: Paper Piecing

Posted by: Terria

I love to stamp even through I am not that great with coloring in my images I love to add color and designs to my images so I really enjoy the paper crafting technique paper piecing.

First lets start with an image that you would normally color into different colors I have used my balloons stamp from Birthday stamp set by Fiskars. Stamp the image on the originally image on the card or page base or on a base piece of cardstock you want to use, then stamp the image two or three more time on different pattern papers. Next, cut the image from each pattern paper and begin by adhering it to your base image.

Materials Used:
Black ink
Martha Stewart’s Sun Room Pattern paper
Fiskar Birthday Stamp set
Micro scissors

I hope you have enjoy this little tip and technique, if you have already tried paper piecing and have some design to share we would love to see them.

Guy Scrapbooking for the First Time

Posted by: Anne

Today I found an interesting video for you: a guy scrapbooking for the first time. I think he did a great job, and for those just starting out it would be an encouragement.

Take a look:

What do you think?

Here are some inexpensive scrapping kits:

SCHOOL MEMORIES SCRAPBOOK KIT includes sticker lot!!!

HUGE LOT NEW SCRAPBOOK SUPPLIES SCRAPBOOKING KIT *3Day*

How to Protect a Scrapbook Cover

Posted by: Anne

Old Empty Scrapbook EMBOSSED DOG COVER 50 Blank Pages

Vintage Wood Scrapbook Cover Cowboy & Horse Roping Calf

One of the most important parts of a scrapbook is your scrapbook cover. This is an opportunity to show your scrapbook theme right on the front and also to add things that may not have fit in the inside décor of the scrapbook. You may spend a great deal of time working on your scrapbook and you want to keep it in good condition for many years to come.

The best way to do this is to create a great cover that will protect all of your special memories for a long time to come. In addition to the cover you will want to follow the proper preservation techniques to keep your scrapbook and its cover in good condition for many years.
When it comes to covers for your scrapbook, there are different types to choose from. For example, you can make a cloth covering for your scrapbook which is a bit like placing it inside a cloth bag that you have specially decorated for the theme of the scrapbook.

You can make this yourself by measuring out cloth in the size to fit your scrapbook and then sewing it together, leaving an opening for your scrapbook to fit inside. You can make flaps that will hold onto the scrapbook cover and hold the sides together.

Another option for your scrapbook cover is a clear plastic cover. These are easy to buy or make and they can fit right over your scrapbook to protect it from dents, dust and more. You won’t have to hem a plastic cover which also makes them quicker and easier to use and they can be decorated on the outside as well if you want.

Here are some additional tips for protecting your scrapbook cover:

• Store your scrapbook sitting up instead of lying down
• Never stack things on top of your scrapbook
• Store your scrapbook in a safe place away from sharp items that can scratch it
• Don’t leave your scrapbook out when it is not in use
• Consider storing your scrapbooks in a fireproof safe so they will always remain in good condition

With these tips you can protect your scrapbook cover to help keep your scrapbook in good condition.

19th Century Mother of Pearl & Laquer Scrapbook Cover

Scrapbook Album 12x12 - BLUE leather photo frames cover

Happy Valentine’s Day Mini Card

Posted by: Anne

Today we’ll learn how to design a really cute Valentine’s Day Mini Card.

Here is what you’ll need:

- Making Memories Love Struck Stamp Set

- Papertrey Ink White Cardstock

- Pink Paislee Cupid Patterned Paper

- Hero Arts Celadon Layering Paper

- Stampin’ Up! Chocolate Chip Cardstock

- Hero Arts Hero Hues Chuck Ink in Snow

- Martha Stewart Felt Border Stickers

- Colorbox Fluid Chuck Ink in Chestnut Roan

- We R Memory Keepers Corner chomper

- White Ribbon

Making Memories SLICE (5) Replacement Blades Scrapbook

UNDER THE SEA Slice Design Card New Making Memories

DANCE & MUSIC Slice Design Card New Making Memories

Layout of Love Winner!!

Posted by: Terria

Our Layout of Love winner is Tabithak!

She has won a

SWEET LOVE Matchbook Album Kit

by My little Yellow Bicycle

Here are your random numbers:

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Timestamp: 2010-02-01 16:31:00 UTC

Thank you so much Tabithak for your beautiful entries,you did a Fantastic job! please email me your mailing information Soon . Thank you everyone for playing along I hope to see you at our next challenge soon!