This sketch is from the Creative Scrappers blog
Here is what Denise did with it, absolutely gorgeous~~
We'd love to see what you create using this sketch, so be sure to leave us a link!!!!
Friday, July 30, 2010
Finally Friday Sketch!!!
Here is what Denise did with it, absolutely gorgeous~~We'd love to see what you create using this sketch, so be sure to leave us a link!!!!
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Wanna have a little fun???
4How about a 'surprise envelope' challenge?? Here is how it's going to work.
I have 4 envelopes of the same products. The first 4 people to reply to this thread will get the chance to create ONE layout using these supplies. You'll have until August 21st to complete the layout and email it back to me which should give you at least 2 weeks...once you receive it in the mail. If you don't think you'll have time, then please don't sign up. I will then reveal the 4 layouts on the blog so everyone can see the different ways the supplies were used...SOUND LIKE FUN???
SO, who's in ....????
I have 4 envelopes of the same products. The first 4 people to reply to this thread will get the chance to create ONE layout using these supplies. You'll have until August 21st to complete the layout and email it back to me which should give you at least 2 weeks...once you receive it in the mail. If you don't think you'll have time, then please don't sign up. I will then reveal the 4 layouts on the blog so everyone can see the different ways the supplies were used...SOUND LIKE FUN???
SO, who's in ....????
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Wonderful Wednesday Special!!!
You aren't going to want to miss out on this one...
TODAY ONLY...all card kits are 30% off~~~ What an amazing deal. If you ever wanted to check out the card kits, today is the day...you'll get a super kit, with enough supplies to make lots of cards or even a layout or two...and all at a discounted price..what more could you ask for~
Also, don't forget to check out the clearance section, you just never know what awesome deals you'll find
I also wanted to tell you that as of today, Scrap~tures has new forums. You have to re-register if you were a member of the original forums, and if you weren't , then just go register and join us in all the fun. The new address for these forums are http://www.scraptures.ca/forum/
We are moving over information from the original forum , so if there is anything you think is missing, feel free to just let us know~
Have a super day~
TODAY ONLY...all card kits are 30% off~~~ What an amazing deal. If you ever wanted to check out the card kits, today is the day...you'll get a super kit, with enough supplies to make lots of cards or even a layout or two...and all at a discounted price..what more could you ask for~
Also, don't forget to check out the clearance section, you just never know what awesome deals you'll find
I also wanted to tell you that as of today, Scrap~tures has new forums. You have to re-register if you were a member of the original forums, and if you weren't , then just go register and join us in all the fun. The new address for these forums are http://www.scraptures.ca/forum/
We are moving over information from the original forum , so if there is anything you think is missing, feel free to just let us know~
Have a super day~
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Shutterbug Monday!
Lighting plays such an important part of our picture taking. The light of day and night may all look the same to the human eye, but the qualities of natural light change throughout the day. Here are a few tips to consider when trying to decide which time of day is right for your photo!
Midday--> The harsh light of midday is not the best for taking pictures. Subjects often looked washed out and strong contrasts can make for difficult exposures. The exception to this is an overcast sky at midday provides a soft, diffused light and few unwanted shadows.
Early Morning/Late Afternoon-->These are the two best times of day for nearly all subjects. An hour after sunrise and an hour bnefore sunet provide light that gives a scene a dramatic glow.
Dawn/Dusk--> Before the sun appears over the horizon, it starts to lighten the sky with a soft, blue light and as it begins to rise, the light becomes pink and gold. Use this light to create misty landscapes and dreamy silhouettes. To compensate for the limited light, use a slower shutter speed.
Night--> New creative possibilities arise about 30 minutes after the sun goes down. At this time, there is still enough light for shapes to create dramatic landscapes.
Midday--> The harsh light of midday is not the best for taking pictures. Subjects often looked washed out and strong contrasts can make for difficult exposures. The exception to this is an overcast sky at midday provides a soft, diffused light and few unwanted shadows.
Early Morning/Late Afternoon-->These are the two best times of day for nearly all subjects. An hour after sunrise and an hour bnefore sunet provide light that gives a scene a dramatic glow.
Dawn/Dusk--> Before the sun appears over the horizon, it starts to lighten the sky with a soft, blue light and as it begins to rise, the light becomes pink and gold. Use this light to create misty landscapes and dreamy silhouettes. To compensate for the limited light, use a slower shutter speed.
Night--> New creative possibilities arise about 30 minutes after the sun goes down. At this time, there is still enough light for shapes to create dramatic landscapes.
Post a link here to a photo that you've taken using different 'natural' light to get interesting effects. You have until July 31st to post the link, and I'll choose a winner for a RAK from me!
Last weeks Shutterbug winner is 'CHELLE' Congrats!! PM your address to Denise so she can get your prize out to you!!!
Friday, July 23, 2010
It's Finally Friday!!!
It's finally Friday!!! I just loved this sketch from the Card Positioning Systems blog! Have a look there, lots and lots of inspiration!
http://cardpositioningsystems.blogspot.com/
You can view all of the Finally Friday Sketches in the Club Member Challenges Forum and in the gallery by clicking on the links at the top of this page.
Happy Friday everyone!
http://cardpositioningsystems.blogspot.com/
You can view all of the Finally Friday Sketches in the Club Member Challenges Forum and in the gallery by clicking on the links at the top of this page.
Happy Friday everyone!
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Wonderful Wednesday Special!!
It's Wednesday which means it's time for another screamy deal!!
Today only, All past 2010 kits are half price!!!
Check out the store for details. Don't forget to check out the clearance section for even more screamy deals!!!
Today only, All past 2010 kits are half price!!!
Check out the store for details. Don't forget to check out the clearance section for even more screamy deals!!!
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Featured Scrapper Tuesday!!
Well since T is away, I thought it was a good oppportunity to share this layout with you that she created!! Don't you just love it? Superb photo, just the right amount of inking and embellishments and I love love love the paper! You can view more of T's work in the Scrap~tures gallery.
Monday, July 19, 2010
Shutterbug Monday!!!
I am covering for the Blog Boss today as she is still mending. We wish her a speedy recovery!!
T normally posts a "Shutterbug Monday" post so I thought about what I my topic would be so how about this...
Show us some of your favourite photos you have taken so far this summer by adding the link to your blog in the comment section. You will be eligible for a RAK! Deadline for entries is Friday July 23rd. We can't wait to see your photos!
Friday, July 16, 2010
Finally Friday Sketch Challenge.
Yahoo!! It's finally Friday again and today I am sharing a sketch with you by http://www.creativescrappers.blogspot.com/
If you are ever looking for great inspiration with a huge variety of layout styles, look no further than the Creative Scrappers blog.
Happy Friday everyone!!
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
15 Easy Stitching Techniques
Hi everyone, Ellen here on for the Blog boss, sure hope I do her justice :)
I found a great article by Ali Edwards in Creating Keepsakes that suggested more ways to incorporate sewing on your layouts or cards:
1. Stitch a simple line on just one side of an accent
2. Stitch a basic shape(you might want to use removable adhesive to help keep these in place)
3. Stitch several embellishments in a row. butterflys come to mind for me!
4. Vary stitch legth and width of your stitches
5. Try stitching stamps or rub-ons. if you don't have a sewing machine you could invest in a set of stamps to help you or even rub ons are great to achieve this look.
6. Stitch a boarder around your page, it doens't have to be straight either, sometimes the messy look is more fitting for the lo or card.
7. Stitch journaling lines. stitching line straight or curvy is a simple way to desingate a place on your project to tell the story.
8. Stitch wavy lines. this will give a more organic look to your project. repeating these organic lines somewhere else on your page will give extra visal interest.
9. Stitch grid lines. adhere your photos first then run the lo threw the sewing machine, you could stitch the grid first then add content. (Zig Zag stitch would be great for this!
10. Stitch a quilted look. Cut several of your favourite scraps into squares or rectangles and place them together to form a quilted area on your lo. use each square as a home for an embellishment.
11. Stitch an accent shape. you can also do this by had with many of the templates that are available now.
12. Hand stitch words. you can do this free hand or if you love a font you could stitch around it and this will give your lo different look.
13. Stitch a photo frame. this will give your pictures a subtle look.
14. Attach small accents with embroidery floss. something as simple as cross stitch x's will give that homemade look to a lo! and you can match your floss with the colours of your lo!
15. Attach large accents with embroidery floss. you can stitch around a big accent or if you prefer in the accent, as it is large you should stay with a large stitch.
Some stitching tips:
Start basic.
Select a few basic colours of thread and embroidery floss. Choose a simple palette that will work on the majority of your projects.
You don't need a new machine to play with sewing in on your pages.
You might have one sitting around home that might need to be pulled out for some fun!
Find a home for your sewing machine that's outside your closet! this way you will think to use it!
Read your manual.
You will definitely benefit from taking time to learn the capabilities of your sewing machine. You should also be familiar with how to keep your machine clean. You will also have to have different needles for fabric and paper. the paper will dull your sewing needle on the machine.
Don't feel your stitching has to be functional.
You don't have to always stitch one thing to another, stitches look great a decoration~
So there you have it. Hope you will be inspired to pull out an old machine and stitch on your lo or cards!
I found a great article by Ali Edwards in Creating Keepsakes that suggested more ways to incorporate sewing on your layouts or cards:
1. Stitch a simple line on just one side of an accent
2. Stitch a basic shape(you might want to use removable adhesive to help keep these in place)
3. Stitch several embellishments in a row. butterflys come to mind for me!
4. Vary stitch legth and width of your stitches
5. Try stitching stamps or rub-ons. if you don't have a sewing machine you could invest in a set of stamps to help you or even rub ons are great to achieve this look.
6. Stitch a boarder around your page, it doens't have to be straight either, sometimes the messy look is more fitting for the lo or card.
7. Stitch journaling lines. stitching line straight or curvy is a simple way to desingate a place on your project to tell the story.
8. Stitch wavy lines. this will give a more organic look to your project. repeating these organic lines somewhere else on your page will give extra visal interest.
9. Stitch grid lines. adhere your photos first then run the lo threw the sewing machine, you could stitch the grid first then add content. (Zig Zag stitch would be great for this!
10. Stitch a quilted look. Cut several of your favourite scraps into squares or rectangles and place them together to form a quilted area on your lo. use each square as a home for an embellishment.
11. Stitch an accent shape. you can also do this by had with many of the templates that are available now.
12. Hand stitch words. you can do this free hand or if you love a font you could stitch around it and this will give your lo different look.
13. Stitch a photo frame. this will give your pictures a subtle look.
14. Attach small accents with embroidery floss. something as simple as cross stitch x's will give that homemade look to a lo! and you can match your floss with the colours of your lo!
15. Attach large accents with embroidery floss. you can stitch around a big accent or if you prefer in the accent, as it is large you should stay with a large stitch.
Some stitching tips:
Start basic.
Select a few basic colours of thread and embroidery floss. Choose a simple palette that will work on the majority of your projects.
You don't need a new machine to play with sewing in on your pages.
You might have one sitting around home that might need to be pulled out for some fun!
Find a home for your sewing machine that's outside your closet! this way you will think to use it!
Read your manual.
You will definitely benefit from taking time to learn the capabilities of your sewing machine. You should also be familiar with how to keep your machine clean. You will also have to have different needles for fabric and paper. the paper will dull your sewing needle on the machine.
Don't feel your stitching has to be functional.
You don't have to always stitch one thing to another, stitches look great a decoration~
So there you have it. Hope you will be inspired to pull out an old machine and stitch on your lo or cards!
Wonderful Wednesday Special!!!
It's a wonderful wednesday once again and with that, today only we are offering FREE shipping on all orders! Just enter coupon code FREE upon check out.
Here is a list of items that we have in stock but are not yet listed in the store...
Cuttlebug
Stars embossing folder $5.89
Victoria embossing folder $5.89
Tattered Angels
Pink Taffy Glimmer Mist $8.49
Bazzill
Flower Pot Flowers (Tootsie) $6.99
Flower Pot Flowers (Diamond) $6.99
12x12 cardstock (teal prismatics) .60
12x12 cardstock (quick sand) .60
12x12 cardstock (parakeet) .60
12x12 cardstock (apricot) .60
12x12 cardstock (papaya) .60
12x12 cardstock (watermellon sensation) .60
12x12 cardstock (glass slipper bling) .75
In Stitch'z Piercing mat $9.99
In Stitch'z Piercing tool $ 3.79
In Stitch'z Flourishes template $6.29
In Stitch'z 8x8 circle template $ 5.59
In Stitch'z In the Garden template $ 6.49
In Stitch'z Edgy Borders template $ 7.49
Maya Road
Mixed Scallop Triangular chipboard album $ 6.49
Fiskars
Three Petals lever corner punch $ 11.59
Heart lever corner punch $11.59
Glue Dots
Pop up dots $ 4.39
Memory Book dots $ 6.29
EK Success
Double Embossed Dotted Lace punch $15.79
Just PM me if you would like to order any of these items!
Have a wonderful wednesday!!
Here is a list of items that we have in stock but are not yet listed in the store...
Cuttlebug
Stars embossing folder $5.89
Victoria embossing folder $5.89
Tattered Angels
Pink Taffy Glimmer Mist $8.49
Bazzill
Flower Pot Flowers (Tootsie) $6.99
Flower Pot Flowers (Diamond) $6.99
12x12 cardstock (teal prismatics) .60
12x12 cardstock (quick sand) .60
12x12 cardstock (parakeet) .60
12x12 cardstock (apricot) .60
12x12 cardstock (papaya) .60
12x12 cardstock (watermellon sensation) .60
12x12 cardstock (glass slipper bling) .75
In Stitch'z Piercing mat $9.99
In Stitch'z Piercing tool $ 3.79
In Stitch'z Flourishes template $6.29
In Stitch'z 8x8 circle template $ 5.59
In Stitch'z In the Garden template $ 6.49
In Stitch'z Edgy Borders template $ 7.49
Maya Road
Mixed Scallop Triangular chipboard album $ 6.49
Fiskars
Three Petals lever corner punch $ 11.59
Heart lever corner punch $11.59
Glue Dots
Pop up dots $ 4.39
Memory Book dots $ 6.29
EK Success
Double Embossed Dotted Lace punch $15.79
Just PM me if you would like to order any of these items!
Have a wonderful wednesday!!
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Featured Scrapper Tuesdays!!
Hope everyone is having a great day.... It's Featured Scrapper Tuesday and you know what that means...
Today we are going to put the spotlight on Christa ~ ctrafford1
As soon as I saw this card...I knew I had to share it with you... LOVE all the PINK... and the meaning behind it...
You can see more of Christa's amazing work right here
http://www.scraptures.ca/gallery/index.php?cat=10095
Be sure to stop by and let her know what you love about her work~~ We all love positive feedback.
Have a great day~
Laurie....(fill in the for the blog boss (((HUGS))) )
Hope everyone is having a great day.... It's Featured Scrapper Tuesday and you know what that means...
Today we are going to put the spotlight on Christa ~ ctrafford1
As soon as I saw this card...I knew I had to share it with you... LOVE all the PINK... and the meaning behind it...
You can see more of Christa's amazing work right here
http://www.scraptures.ca/gallery/index.php?cat=10095
Be sure to stop by and let her know what you love about her work~~ We all love positive feedback.
Have a great day~
Laurie....(fill in the for the blog boss (((HUGS))) )
Monday, July 12, 2010
Shutterbug Monday!
Here we are, at the beginning of yet another week~ Hope you are all enjoying your summer...we've had some scorching hot weather. Hopefully you are all finding some time to create as well!
Let's talk distressing today. Most likely we've all distressed on our layouts at some point. Inked the edges, tore the paper, used a distressing tool to rough things up. Have you ever thought of doing that to your photo's?
I have never distressed a photo...and I'm not really sure why other then I guess I just never thought about it before. Here are some cool ways to get a vintage look to your pictures
1. Crumple all or part of the photo then smooth it out
2. Sand the edges using fine-grit sandpaper or a sanding block
3. Tear a jagged edge or corner
4. Dry emboss a frame around your photo or words within the image and the raised lines.
5. Create a glazed or crackled effect with layers of embossing powder or Ultra Thick Embossing Enamel.
6. Ink the edges with an ink pad. For an even more aged look, cover the image with walnut ink.
7. Paint the edges of your photo and then sand the dried paint.
We would love to see how you've distressed photo's...so please leave us a link so we can check it out!!
Have a wonderful day :)
Let's talk distressing today. Most likely we've all distressed on our layouts at some point. Inked the edges, tore the paper, used a distressing tool to rough things up. Have you ever thought of doing that to your photo's?
I have never distressed a photo...and I'm not really sure why other then I guess I just never thought about it before. Here are some cool ways to get a vintage look to your pictures
1. Crumple all or part of the photo then smooth it out
2. Sand the edges using fine-grit sandpaper or a sanding block
3. Tear a jagged edge or corner
4. Dry emboss a frame around your photo or words within the image and the raised lines.
5. Create a glazed or crackled effect with layers of embossing powder or Ultra Thick Embossing Enamel.
6. Ink the edges with an ink pad. For an even more aged look, cover the image with walnut ink.
7. Paint the edges of your photo and then sand the dried paint.
We would love to see how you've distressed photo's...so please leave us a link so we can check it out!!
Have a wonderful day :)
Sunday, July 11, 2010
July Kit Reveal!!!!!!!!!!!!
Yay, it's that time again when you get to check out the monthly kits and what the team has done to show them off!! Of course all I'm going to give you is a sneak peak...you'll have to check out the gallery to see the rest of the creations!
This layout is one of Denise's using the scrapbook kit by
We R Memory Keepers...72 & Sunny
This kit just screams summer and fun..the colours are simply fantastic!!!
This kit just screams summer and fun..the colours are simply fantastic!!!
Click HERE to see what the rest of the team has done with this awesome kit!The card kit this month is by S.E.I : Clare
The colours in this kit are just amazing to make some bright cheery cards or even some fantastic layouts!!!
This card was made by Ellen...and I'm sure anyone would be happy to receive this for their birthday!!
You will simply adore these kits, so get on over to the store, you don't want to miss out!
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Scrap~tures HOT Summer Kit Club Incentive Program!!!
What's going on at Scrap~tures for July? With the summer heat we are offering a hot hot deal with the Scrap~tures Kit Club Incentive Program. For the month of July we have a great incentive to sign up your friends for the awesome scrapbook and card kits.
If you already subscribe but get a friend to sign on for a year, you and your friend will get your first/next kit for FREE, if your friend signs on for 6 months, you and your friend will get your next/first kit for half price!
If you have not already signed up and want to, you will get your first kit for FREE for a 12 month subscription, and half price for a 6 month subscription.
If you are planning to take advantage of this great deal, just head on over to the scraptures store to sign up!! www.scraptures.ca
Don't miss out on this hot hot summer deal!!
If you already subscribe but get a friend to sign on for a year, you and your friend will get your first/next kit for FREE, if your friend signs on for 6 months, you and your friend will get your next/first kit for half price!
If you have not already signed up and want to, you will get your first kit for FREE for a 12 month subscription, and half price for a 6 month subscription.
If you are planning to take advantage of this great deal, just head on over to the scraptures store to sign up!! www.scraptures.ca
Don't miss out on this hot hot summer deal!!
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Check out this cute project!!!
Do you have a gift and forgot to pick up a bag to put it in? Well check this out. You can make this adorable project in a very little amount of time~
The complete instructions are right HERE in our fourm!!
We'd love to see your projects..so be sure to post a link so we can all check it out!!
The complete instructions are right HERE in our fourm!!
We'd love to see your projects..so be sure to post a link so we can all check it out!!
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Wonderful Wednesday Special!!!
There is no better day then today to rush to the store and take advantage of today's sale...
For today only, you'll get 20% off your entire order..yep, that's right..your entire order!!!
Use coupon code s20 ...what are you waiting for...get on over to the store before it's too late!!!!
Have a wonderful Wednesday everyone
For today only, you'll get 20% off your entire order..yep, that's right..your entire order!!!
Use coupon code s20 ...what are you waiting for...get on over to the store before it's too late!!!!
Have a wonderful Wednesday everyone
Monday, July 5, 2010
Since most of us use digital cameras...
I thought i'd focus on that this week!!!
File Formats--> File formats come into play when the camera saves your image and again when you use image-editing software. May image-editing programs give you the option of saving your edited image in the programs own file format but be careful " the files may not be readable if you take them elsewhere for printing.
JPEG--> The most common file format saved by cameras , it's smaller files conserve space and save quickly but sacrifice some detail. If you plan to print photo's from your images, choose the highest-quality setting while shooting. JPEGs are the mos recognized format for pinting and sharing photo's.
TIFFS--> If you use image-editing software, it helps to save JPEGs and TIFF files before doing lots of editiing. Although TIFF files are larger and slower, an image saved in TIFF allows you to crop, eidt and save your image with losing image quality. Use it when you want to edit the image without losing data with each 'save'
RAW-->Some higher-end cameras offer RAW format, which takes data files directly from a digital camera's image sensors. RAW iamges are called "digital negatives" because you can take the RAW image and develop or edit it to create your finished photograph. These files are much larger and thus take more time to open and save, but you end up with high-quality images. You also will have to open RAW images with a special program, usually a plug - in for your image editing software.
File Formats--> File formats come into play when the camera saves your image and again when you use image-editing software. May image-editing programs give you the option of saving your edited image in the programs own file format but be careful " the files may not be readable if you take them elsewhere for printing.
JPEG--> The most common file format saved by cameras , it's smaller files conserve space and save quickly but sacrifice some detail. If you plan to print photo's from your images, choose the highest-quality setting while shooting. JPEGs are the mos recognized format for pinting and sharing photo's.
TIFFS--> If you use image-editing software, it helps to save JPEGs and TIFF files before doing lots of editiing. Although TIFF files are larger and slower, an image saved in TIFF allows you to crop, eidt and save your image with losing image quality. Use it when you want to edit the image without losing data with each 'save'
RAW-->Some higher-end cameras offer RAW format, which takes data files directly from a digital camera's image sensors. RAW iamges are called "digital negatives" because you can take the RAW image and develop or edit it to create your finished photograph. These files are much larger and thus take more time to open and save, but you end up with high-quality images. You also will have to open RAW images with a special program, usually a plug - in for your image editing software.
Friday, July 2, 2010
It's Finally Friday's Sketch of the Week~~
It's our first Finally Friday for July and we have a hot sketch from Pagemaps to inspire you!
Denise used a Fancy Pants paper kit to create this sketch. It is available in the store for only $3.00!!
Denise used a Fancy Pants paper kit to create this sketch. It is available in the store for only $3.00!!
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Happy Canada Day!!!
And that also means it's a new month with some new challenges. Also, don't forget about the Monthly Mystery Challenge...you can read all about it HERE June's Mystery Challenge winner is DOT--> Congrats :) There are already a couple of new challenges posted for July...you can check out Denise's July layout challenge HERE and Ellen's July card challenge HERE
Stay tuned for more challenges being posted throughout the month!!!
Summer is here, so lets get out and snap some great pictures...don't forget out the shutterbug challenges happening as well!!! Lots of great ideas to keep your camera busy
Have a wonderful holiday!!
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