I’ve been waiting to get scrapping for so long, I’ve already done 2 pages with my new kit. First is the challenge of threes: 3 patterned papers, 3 embellishments and a three word title:
I used a Shimelle sketch. I was puzzling over embellishments when Puddle Duck placed the large chipboard star next to the title. I remembered my new star diecut, shuffled the embellishments from the original sketch and it all fell into place.
The second page is for the CKC challenge 3: ombre.
It didn’t start with that challenge but I realised that I needed something between the photo and the words O Christmas Tree on the pp, because I hadn’t cut it in the right place and had already stuck it down. I was going to punch small snowflakes from the red rectangles and then scatter them on the page, but I couldn’t find my punch. I also struggled to find my vellum to take down the pattern behind the title, without obscuring it entirely. I really must stop and sort out my craft room, but there is so much inspiration about – new photos, new stash and challenges on the net that I have so many ideas for scrapbook pages. I just want to get on with them.
Talking of new stash, I used some new ink to stamp shimmering snowflakes, but they are quite hard to see. I bought two colours of VersaMark Dazzle watermark stamp pads. It seems quite sticky and takes a while to dry. Am I using it as intended or is it meant to be used with embossing powders? Have you used it?
These are BEAUTIFUL!! I loveeeeeeeee those stars on the first one and loving the little tree on the second one!!
I love both these pages, especially the music paper! Hugs, Roxy.
GREAT pages! Love the paint splatters and pearls. Fabulous accents to the pages!
ooh those are lovely pages Julie xxx
Such lovely layouts! Simple with pops of colour…just the way I like’em.
Usually watermark stamps are used with clear embossing powder for a “watermark” look….it also serves as a resist…you can add inks over it to make the stamped design stand out.
Love them both – so sad that the post was delayed! I have no idea about the Versamark Dazzle – I use Versamark + heat embossing powders or Versamark + glimmery powders or as a watermark type stamping ink (but you do need to heat set it or wait quite a long time for it to dry.
Lovely pages!!!
lovely LO’s, you sure are making the most of your kit! Love that hymn paper down the side of the first one!
Such striking designs – I especially like that top one with the sheet music behind. Mind you, the little tree is pretty cool too
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Congratulations on winning at Scrapbook 365 blog x