Scrap Africa Challenge No 27

Hi everyone!  Scrap Africa has a new challenge and it's all about 'Stars and Stitching'.  Include these 2 elements on your scrapbook page or card and link your entry by the 31st of March to be in the running for some awesome prizes.  Simple hey?!  For more information and to see the beautiful examples of the Design Team, have a look HERE.
For my example I have used the stunning Blue Fern Studios 'Blue Fern Garden' collection.  These gorgeous papers are part of my March DT kit from The Scrapbook Store. The photo is of my mum and dad taken in 2007.

A close up of the flower cluster.  I have used a mixture of Green Tara and Prima flowers.

I've used the Blue Fern Studios 'Graduated Circles' chipboard. I gave it a coat of gesso, inked the whole surface in an olive green colour and all the edges in brown. To create some depth I stamped onto the surface using the Kaisercraft 'Crackle' texture stamp and black Staz-On ink.  I've stitched the frame to my page in random places using hemp twine.

 The Green Tara flower stems work perfectly around a circle like this.

For my background I used the Crafters Workshop ''Mini Punchinella' stencil and some texture paste. I then went over it with light blue ink using my finger.

I hope you get a chance to play along at Scrap Africa.  We would love to see your take on this challenge.

That's all for today.  Thank you so much for popping by.  Have a wonderful week.

Until next time.

M xox

March Sketch Challenge at The Scrapbook Store

I can't believe that I have totally forgotten to post this earlier!  Actually, I can believe just about anything can happen after these last 10 days.  What a busy time we've had!  My WA blog friends will probably know that The Scrapbook Store has moved into warehouse premises in North Perth.  We moved in on the 1st of March and the Grand Opening took place on Saturday, the 8th.  I must tell you I didn't realise that there were that many crafters in Perth... the place was buzzing!  It was a very busy but totally wonderful day!  We will also now be open every Wednesday and Friday afternoon as well as Saturday mornings, so I'm hoping to meet many more lovely crafty ladies soon. :)

Anyway, the reason I'm here is to share the March Sketch with you.  It's a PageMaps sketch and a very easy one to adapt to your own style.  Just have a look at all the beautiful examples from the DT in the Gallery.
Here is my take on it.  I've used more of the Echo Park 'Times and Seasons 2' collection that was part of my DT kit for February.

I've used a WOW chipboard word and a sticker from the collection to form my title.

Another close up of some of the layers.  All are papers, stickers of layered chipboard from the collection.

And another close up... just for fun. :)

And here is the gorgeous PageMaps sketch. 

I hope you get a chance to play along. There is a $40 store voucher up for grabs and it includes free shipping too.  The winner gets determined by random draw so anyone can win!  All you have to do, is enter. :)

That's all I have for today.  Hope you have a fantastic day!

Until next time.

M xox

 

More 'Times & Seasons' and Scrap Africa Sketch Challenge no. 27

Hi everyone!  Today I want to share my take on Scrap Africa's March sketch challenge.  I have used more of my February DT kit from The Scrapbook Store.  The photos are of my hubby.  He decided to grow his beard over his 2 week December break. I couldn't decide wether I liked it or not.  When he finally shaved before going back to work, I sort of missed it! Lol!
I've used the Echo Park 'Times and Seasons 2' collection.  I simply love the colours of this range.

A close up some of the embellishments.  The chicken wire chipboard is from Dusty Attic and the metal gears from Tim Holtz.

 The arrow charm is available from the TSS store. 

A metal button, a Petaloo flower and a camera charm.  The mesh is plasters mesh from my local hardware store. :)

I've cut my title using my Silhouette Cameo machine and created depth by applying foam tape between the two layers.

And here is the gorgeous sketch.  For more detail and to check out the stunning examples from the rest of the DT members and Guest DT members, have a look HERE.

It's a great sketch, so why not play along?  There are great prizes up for grabs!  You have until the 14th of March to get your entry in.

That's all for today.  Thank you so much for visiting.  Have a great week!

Until next time.

M xox

 

Echo Park 'Times & Seasons 2'

Hi everyone! I am rushing this post through as there are only a few minutes left to get my entry in for Stuck?! Sketches.  I completed this layout over the weekend but haven't had a chance to take photos or do a blog post! Lol! Nothing like working under pressure, hey?!
Well here is my entry using the wonderful Echo Park 'Times & Seasons 2' collection. The photo is of my DS when he went to Malaysia and Singapore in February 2012.  He thought he was very clever by covering the 'et' of Market Place to discover his very own place. :)

 I painted the wood veneer title from WOW to suit the colours of my layout.

 I love adding hessian to my male pages. The flair badge matches the whole theme perfectly. :)

The chipboard clock face frame and circle are from 2Crafty.  I first gave it a layer of gesso and then inked it using a couple of different coloured inks.  I finally added some Diamond Dust in random spots.

A matching tag for my journaling.  All the butterflies have been fussy cut from this piece of patterned paper and then painted using 'Smooch Glitz' to give it some sparkle.

Here is the Stuck sketch from the 1st of February which I based my layout on.

That's all for today.  Now I better hit the 'publish' button and get my entry linked up, before it's too late!

Thanks for visiting and have a lovely day.

Until next time.

M xox

Scrap Africa Challenge # 26 and FabScraps 'French Heritage'

Hi everyone! Today I want to share Scrap Africa's new challenge with you.  It's called 'Chipboard with a difference' and it means you need to use some chipboard on your layout, card or altered piece, but it cannot be left raw and must be altered.  Easy hey?  To get all the details and to see all the fantastic examples from the rest of the DT and Guest DT member, have a look HERE.
Here is my example.  I've used my February DT kit from The Scrapbook Store for this. I was lucky enough to receive the beautiful FabScraps 'French Heritage' collection this month. :)

A close up of my flower cluster and background work.  I've painted the 'Filagree Edge' chipboard shape using gesso and then added some pearls in some spots. The big flower is a Velvet Rose from Green Tara and I've used the Memory Box 'Tessatina' stencil and texture paste on the background.

A few Petaloo flowers as well as a mixture of Prima flowers from my stash.

This one shows the birdcage chipboard from this collection.  I've painted it with gesso and then backed it with pattern paper and added some pearl strips and flowers.

I've also altered he WOW wood veneer title by inking it in a colour to match my layout.

I hope you will get a chance to play along with us. There are some awesome prizes up for grabs!

 

That's all I have for today.  Thank you so much for visiting. Hope you are having a wonderful week.

 

Until next time.

M xox

FabScraps 'French Heritage'

I've been working with the FabScraps 'French Heritage' collection this month as part of my DT work for The Scrapbook Store. I had great fun with this layout and since it is Valentines Day today, I thought it would be perfect. :)

A close up of my flower cluster.  I've used a mixture of Prima flowers as well as a few Manor House flowers.  The metal frame and flower are from my stash. 

Another small cluster. I've cut the 'Wishes' and 'Dreams' as well as the butterfly from die cut pack that comes with this collection. I've used a Scrap FX stencil and some texture paste to create the textured 'bubbles' behind the photo.

That's all I have for today.  I'll be back in a few days to share the new Scrap Africa challenge with you.  Thank you so much for visiting.  Hope you have a fabulous Valentines Day and a wonderful weekend!
Until next time.
M xox

February Sketch Challenge at The Scrapbook Store

Hi everyone! Hope you had a great weekend and is ready for the week ahead. :)  Today I want to share The Scrapbook Store's February Sketch Challenge with you.  Here is my example layout.  I've used the Kaisercraft 'Tea Break' collection.  The photo is of my DD and my mum.  They share a very special bond.

 A close up or two. :)

 And the sketch from PageMaps.

I hope you get a chance to play along.  There is a $40 store voucher up for grabs and you'll get free postage too!  The winner gets determined by random draw, so anyone can win.  You have until the end of the month to get your entries in.

That's all for today.  Thank you so much for visiting.  Hope you have a wonderful week!

Until next time.

M xox

Sketch Challenge #26 at Scrap Africa

Hi everyone! I haven't been around for ages, but I do have something to share today. Scrap Africa has a new sketch and its gorgeous!  To see all the beautiful creations from the rest of the Design Team and Guest designers, have a look HERE.

 

I have used my DT kit from The Scrapbook Store for my take on the sketch.  All the papers, the black ornate frame and the flowers are from Manor House Creations. :)

 I've added a piece of old pizza box for a bit of added texture. ;)  The title is a wood veneer word from WOW. I've used Stampendous 'Aged Teal' embossing enamel on it and then added some more teal ink afterwards.

I love my new Memory Box 'Worn Out Alpha' stencil. I've used texture paste mixed with Shimmerz Paints Dazzlers 'Liqorice Stick' over the stencil.

My flower cluster using Manor House flowers in all different shapes, colours and sizes.

It would be great if you can play along!  There are some great prizes up for grabs.  You have until the 14th of February to get your entries in.  Good luck!

That's all I have for today.  I'm hoping to stay more in touch with things this week.  Every week is a new beginning, right? :)

Thank you so much for visiting. Wishing you a wonderful week.

Until next time.

M xox



Marion Smith Designs 'Garment District'

Hi everyone! Hope you are doing well and are having a great week. It is sweltering hot here in Perth (and most places around Australia) at the moment . It would be great if I never had to leave the house. Lol! Hope you are coping with the weather wherever you are. :)
I have another layout to share using the Marion Smith Designs 'Garment District' collection.  I simply love the quality of these papers.  I found these pics of my DD and her best friend and thought they would be perfect to use with this collection.  All products are available from The Scrapbook Store.

A close up of my flower cluster.  I have used Prima flowers, Petaloo blossoms, Green Tara Mini roses and flower stems and rose leaves punched out using my Martha Stewart 'Rose leaf' punch. I've inked the edges of the leaves using Tim Holtz Distress Ink. I have also used a black Manor House Ornate frame.  My title is an older label sticker from my stash.

Another close up of the left side.

 

And one of the right side. :)

That's all I have to share for today. Better get on with dinner now... we don't want to be hot AND starving! :) Thank you so much for visiting my blog today.  Have a lovely day/evening!

Until next time.

M xox

'Recycling' challenge at Scrap Africa

If you have been saving all those clothing tags or bits and pieces that you thought were just to pretty or interesting to throw away, now is your chance!  Scrap Africa's new challenge is all about recycling! :) You need to use at least one recycled item on your project.  For more information and to check out all the beautiful examples from the Design Team, go HERE.

Here is my example.  As you can see, I've saved the bow and bell from my chocolate bunny to use on my page. :)  I've used my DT kit from The Scrapbook Store, this time the beautiful Manor House Creations 'Believe' collection.

A close up of some of my background.  I've used The Crafters Workshop 'Tile Texture' template with texture paste and some Glimmer Mist.  After drying, I added stamping using Kaisercraft Texture stamps and a couple of ink splatters.  The title was cut using my Silhouette Cameo.

The chipboard 'Circular Panel' is from 2Crafty and the wood veneer arrows from WOW.

All the flowers are from Manor House Creations.

It's such a fun challenge... I hope you get a chance to play along with us.  You have until the end of January to get your entries in!

Thank you for visiting and have an awesome weekend!

Until next time.

M xox

January Sketch Challenge at The Scrapbook Store

Hi everyone!  Hope you are all well.  Life has returned pretty much to normal in our household.  Hubby and I have both returned to work.  The younger ones are both still on uni holidays, but are keeping busy with part time work and social activities. :)
Today I want to share the new sketch challenge at The Scrapbook Store with you.  Here is the gorgeous PageMaps sketch.

... and my take on it using the beautiful Marion Smith 'Garment District' collection.  The photo is of my parents with me on my christening day. :)

A close up showing my flower cluster.  All the flowers are from Manor House Creations, except for the 2 pink rose buds which are from my stash.  I've also added a strip of calico to my layers down the left side.

 My chipboard title is from Scrap FX.

I love this lace from Green Tara.  My background was created using a Prima mask and some texture paste.  Once dried, I applied some chalk  with my finger to make it stand out.  I've also added some washi tape in various designs to my layout.

I hope you get a chance to play along.  There's $40 store voucher up for grabs and it includes free shipping!  The winner gets determined by random draw.  All you have to do, is enter!  You have until the end of January to get your entries in.

That's all for today!  Thank you so much for visiting.

Until next time!

M xox

Scrap Africa's January Sketch Challenge

Hi everybody and a Happy New Year to you all.  I hope you had a wonderful Christmas and that 2014 will be a great year for you and your families! I have been very quiet in the scrapping department but have been spending the most wonderful time with my little family and dear friends these last 2 weeks.  I am also in the process of tidying my scraproom and can feel a BIG giveaway coming on soon. :)
But today I'm here to share the January sketch challenge at Scrap Africa with you.  Here is the gorgeous sketch.

For my take on the sketch I've used the new Marion Smith 'Garment District' collection.  I was fortunate enough to receive these stunning papers in my DT kit from The Scrapbook Store and I simply love them! The photo is one we took during a recent holiday of the Busselton Jetty. :)

The gorgeous butterflies and words are from Collections Elements and I've used the Crafters Workshop 'Mini Chickenwire Reversed' template and Kaisercraft 'Script' stamp on the background.

The brown flowers are from Manor House Creations and the pink rose and crystal leafy flourishes are from Prima.

Another little close up...

 ... and another. :)

To see all the gorgeous examples from the rest of the Scrap Africa DT, have a look here.  I would love for you to play along.  You have until the 14th of January to get your entries in.

That's all for today.  I'm hoping to be more organised this year and to have more regular blog updates, but for now I am just going to enjoy the last few days of the holidays with my family.  Hubby and I are both starting work again on Monday.

Thank you for visiting.

Until next time!

M xox