Showing posts with label Suzanna Lee. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Suzanna Lee. Show all posts

Tuesday, May 22, 2012

One-page Week, Part 2

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"PurrFect" by Suzanna Lee 
Supply List - Cardstock: Bazzill Basics; Patterned paper: The Girls Paperie, My Minds Eye, October Afternoon, Ruby Rocket, 3 Bugs in a Rug, Cosmo Cricket, Bella Boulevard; Chipboard: Jenni Bowlin, Crate Paper; Twine: The Twinery; Felt: Fundamentals; Wood Button and Stamp: Prima; Punch and Pen: Martha Stewart; Letter Stickers: American Crafts, Lily Bee; Ink: VersaMark; Die: Lifestyle Crafts; Journal Spot: K&Co

Variation 1: My title is in a different location in order to create movement across the page.

Variation 2: Instead of the banners below the horizontal strip, I used a lace stamp that had the same appearance of the banners.

Variation 3: I never like writing directly on my backgrounds, it never works for me. I used a journal spot instead.

Variation 4: Rather than semi-circles for the top corner banner, I used a variety of shapes, sizes and "density" (chipboard and layered pieces)


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"Kids Cook Fridays" by Jennifer Larson 
Supply List - Cardstock: Bazzill; Patterned Paper: Crate Paper, American Crafts, Echo Park; Punches: EK Success, Martha Stewart; Baker's Twine: The Twinery; Stickers: Crate Paper, Jenni Bowlin; Gems: Queen & Co.; Buttons: October Afternoon; Dies: Quickutz; Font: Times New Roman

Variation #1 - I kept the sketch almost exactly as it was, just adding some zigzag circles in addition to the round on the banner and adding a photo below. I also added more "stuff" around the title.



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“At Last! Some Knitting That Is Not A Square or Rectangle” by Sue Althouse 
Supplies - Cardstock: Bazzill, American Crafts; Patterned Paper, Tags, Flowers, Buttons: American Crafts (Chap); Alphabet: American Crafts Thickers, October Afternoon Mini Market Stickers; Inks, Mists: Studio Calico Mister Huey's Clay Mist, Creative Memories Black Chalking Ink; Ribbon/Twine: We Are Memory Keepers Sew Easy floss

I love long titles and had great fun with this one. I also love scrapping about my other favorite hobby!

Variation #1 - Rotated the orientation of the photos.

Variation #2 - Added a third paper strip.

Variation #3 - Ran the strips all the way across the page.

Variation #4 - Used a smaller banner, and buttons instead of butterflies.

Variation #5 - Added a patterned paper border to the page.

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Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Add-on Week, Part 3

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Add-on Sketch #17

You can download and print this sketch by clicking on the add-on sketches link found under the "printable sketches" tab on the right sidebar.


"Broken" by Suzanna Lee 
Supply List - Cardstock: Bazzill Basics; Patterned paper, Letter stickers, Stickers, Labels, and Die Cuts: Jillibean Soup; Mist: Studio Calico; Ribbon: Boxer; Button: American Crafts; Twine: The Twinery; Punch: EK Success; Sketch: Jillibean Soup

Variation 1: Not much on the first one. I used ribbon, a label sticker and "emphemera" for the ribbons. I cut part of the wrist band that my daughter and I were wearing and used that. Please excuse the fuzziness in the close up pic, it contains personal info I didn't want shared but wanted you to see the detail.


Variation 2: For the smaller one, my background circle is a sticker. I used the EK Success Jenni Bowlin punch to make it quick and easy for the pink pieces.

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Friday, May 11, 2012

Two-page Week, Part 5 - Nikki Sivils, Scrapbooker Product Challenge

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Two-page Sketch #28


You can download and print this sketch by clicking on the two-page sketches link found under the "printable sketches" tab on the right sidebar.

It is time again for our Nikki Sivils, Scrapbooker Product Challenge!

In case you missed the product challenge details, Nikki Sivils provided a collection kit to each member of our Creative Team. Each had the choice between the four newest collections - Noah, Audrey, Exit Here, and Messages. Together with the May sketches we will show you how using the same products and even the same sketches can produce so many different results.

They are also featuring our sketches this month on the Nikki Sivils, Scrapbooker blog! You'll definitely want to go check out how their talented team used the sketches from our two newest books!

Since it is Two-page Week, all of the projects posted today for the product challenge are based on the May two-page sketch.  

Messages Collection


"Lukas' Happy Place" by Lynette Jacobs 
Supply list - Cardstock: Bazzill; Printed paper: Nikki Sivils (Messages); Letter Stickers: American craft, Doodlebug; Other: Felt cut with Die cutter and gold stars

Variation #1: I used 3- 4x6 and 1-3x3 photo instead of the smaller photos.

Variation #2: I replaced the star border with flags.

Variation #3: I added a narrow strip of red stitched paper above the flags.

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“My Mac Family” by Sue Althouse 
Supplies - All my supplies are from the Nikki Sivils Messages collection, except the following: Alphabets: American Crafts, Bella Blvd.; Tools: Fiskars Star Punch, We Are Memory Keepers Sew Easy; Ribbon/Twine: We Are Memory Keepers floss; Other: buttons

 I used the left-hand side of the sketch to create this layout about what I fondly refer to as "my Mac family", which includes an iMac, iPad, iPhone and iPod. And yes, I use every one of them regularly!

Variation #1 - Used the left-hand side of the sketch to create a one-page layout.

Variation #2 - Used slightly smaller photos.

Variation #3 - Used several patterned papers for the background layer.

Variation #4 - Added additional embellishments above and below the sketch.

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Audrey Collection


"Grin and Bear It" by Ashley Horton 
Supply list - Patterned Paper & Stickers: Nikki Sivils; Twine: My Mind's Eye; Brads: Bazzill; Buttons: Michael's; Thickers: American Crafts

Variation #1 - I changed the two smaller 2x2 photos at the bottom, to one 4x3 photo.

Variation #2 - I framed in the title in the journaling area, but didn't add a different piece of patterned paper over the background paper.


Variation #3 - I added a few fussy cut words from the Nikki Sivils patterned paper, beside the last photo on the right-hand page.

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Exit Here Collection


"Snapshot of Nature" by Virginia Nebel 
Supply list - Cardstock: Bazzill; Patterned paper: Nikki Sivils; Diecutting: Silhouette, Lifestyles

Variation #1 - I opted to use only the right side of the sketch to create a 12 x 12 page.

Variation #2 - I substituted the 2 x 2 photos for round journaling spots.


Variation #3 - Instead of the stars along the bottom I created a sub-title with banners.

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"The Alley" by Suzanna Lee 
Supply List - Cardstock: Bazzill Basics; Patterned paper, Die Cut Shapes, Stickers: Nikki Sivils; Buttons: Blumenthal, American Crafts; Twine: We R Memory Keepers, The Twinery; Letter Stickers: American Crafts; Misc: Stickles

Variation 1: Pictures: Instead of the two 6x4 pictures I used a 5x7. I added a picture to the left of that. Instead of the one of the 3x4 pictures, I used two 3x3's. This was all in the name of getting individual shots of each of the kids present and a group shot.

Variation 2: I liked the look of a piece of twine run along the top of the stripey strip. It made me think of the bumpers that the kids still need to bowl with.

Variation 3: Instead of stars, I used buttons. The buttons looked like bowling balls rolling down the lanes to me.


Variation 4: Because of the extra picture, I had to move the title and journaling.

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 Noah Collection


"Some Good Old-Fashioned Relaxing" by Noey Hunt 
Products used - Patterned papers: Nikki Sivils; Accents: Nikki Sivils; Letters: American Crafts (white), Nikki Sivils; Stamps: Close to My Heart; Tools: Cricut CTMH Art Philosophy cartridge (stars)

Variation 1: I combined two smaller photos into a 4x6 photo on the right page.

Variation 2: I replaced the 2x2 photos with accent blocks and patterned paper because I was all out of photos for this event. I also moved them to all be below the photos.


Variation 3: I moved the journaling up above the photos on the right page because my patterned paper on the left page was too busy to write on directly. And because I had a space to fill after moving the accent photos.

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"Adorable is My Middle Name" by Jill Sarginson 
Supplies Used - Patterned Paper: Nikki Sivils (Noah paper collection); Alpha: Nikki Sivils (Noah collection); Ink: Vibrance; Cardstock: Bazzill Basics; Tools: Creative Memories star punch

Variations: 

• I used one larger photo vs. two 4x6 photos.

• My three smaller photos are 2.5x2.5.

• I added a circle layer under the title to help bring in some of the other patterned paper.

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"Bashful Jackson" by Allison Davis
Supplies - Cardstock: Bazzill; Patterned paper, die cuts, alphabet stickers: Nikki Sivils, Scrapbooker

I followed the sketch almost exactly with just three small variations.

Variation #1 - Instead of stars along the bottom, I used banner pieces.


Variation #2 - I added a large star embellishment about my title in place of the two smaller stars on the sketch.


Variation #3 - Since I had used one large embellishment in place of two smaller ones, I decided to add another small star and word piece to my layout.
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Tuesday, May 8, 2012

Two-page Week, Part 2

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Two-page Sketch #28


You can download and print this sketch by clicking on the two-page sketches link found under the "printable sketches" tab on the right sidebar.


"BBQ" by Suzanna Lee 
Supply List - Cardstock: Bazzill Basics; Patterned paper: Pink Paislee; Tickets: Jenni Bowlin, Maya Road; Tags: Prims, Jenni Bowlin; Die Cuts: CosmoCricket (doily), Maya Road (owl); Clip: Basic Grey; Flowers: Prima, Buzz and Bloom; Brad and Chipboard: My Minds Eye; Bling: Bella Boulevard

Variation 1: I omitted the smaller pictures. I typically crop and edit all my pictures so finding anything that I can cut that small is always a challenge for me. Instead of pictures, I used embellishments in those spots.

Variation 2: My title and journaling are flip flopped. I also opted to handstitch around the title/journaling block.

Variation 3: No stars along the bottom but I did use bling instead.

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"Sneak Attack" by Michele Edwards 
Supplies - Cardstock: American Crafts; Patterned paper: Basic Grey; Embellishments: Paw prints and collar - Jolees, Flags - Bella Blvd; Alphabets: Cricut (Plantin Schoolbook); Flower Brads: unknown: Ink: Tim Holz: Grass: Cut with Die-namics

I love this sketch! I stuck to the sketch except for a few minor variations.

Variations:

1. I narrowed the background blocks by an inch, to create a white border all around the layout.

2. I combined the two 4x6 photos into one 4x8 on the left page.

3. Instead of stars, I used grass die cuts and inserted flower brads randomly across the bottom.


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"Pup Pup Pillow" by Ashley Horton 
Supply list - Cardstock: BoBunny; Patterned Paper: Bella!; Thickers: American Crafts; Font: Eurostyle; Acrylic Paint: Apple Barrel; Decorative Tape: K&Company; Brads: The Paper Studio; Mini Round Gems: Recollections; Baker's Twine: The Twinery; Punch: Marvy

Variation #1 - I used the left-hand side of the sketch.

Variation #2 - I added some painted and punched circles to the background.

Variation #3 - I added border strips at the top and bottom of the page.


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"Kindy Concert" by Suzanna Lee 
Supply List - Cardstock: Coredinations; Patterned paper and die cuts: Basic Grey; Letter stickers: American Crafts, Websters; Wooden Frame: Kaiser Crafts; Bling: Recollections; Banner: Heidi Swapp; Trim: Maya Road

Variation 1: I didn't use the smaller size pictures, again.

Variation 2: The title and journaling are flip flopped. With the flowers on the patterned paper, the journaling worked better above with the title below.

Variation 3: Instead of the stars, I used the pleated Maya Road trim. I love how it creates the "curtain" of the stage that my daughter is performing on.


Variation 4: The banner above is an addition to the sketch. Just a little element to emphasize the fun and festivity of the occasion.
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Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Card Week, Part 3

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Card Sketch #19

You can download and print this sketch by clicking on the card sketches link found under the "printable sketches" tab on the right sidebar.


"You're So Sweet" by Suzanna Lee 
Supply List - Cardstock: Bazzill Basics; Patterned paper and Die Cut Shape: My Minds Eye; Ink: Martha Stewart, Colorbox; Stamp: Unity; Doily: We R Memory Keepers; Washi Tape: SEI, American Crafts; Chipboard: Bella Boulevard; Felt: Twinkle Brands; Canvas Tag: Ormolu

Variation 1: I extrapolated and made a layout with this weeks card sketch. Someday, I will actually venture into the world of card making and enjoy it... Until then, layouts reign!

Variation 2: Rather than use patterned paper for the semi-circles above and below the main circle, I used a large Unity stamp.

Variation 3: The stitching just got lost on the busy backgrounds that I used so I went with small strips of complimentary paper instead.

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“Retired” by Sue Althouse 
Supplies - Most of my supplies came from the Studio Calico March main kit. Cardstock: American Crafts; Patterned Paper: Echo Park, Bella Blvd., Sassafras; Alphabet: Basic Grey; Inks, Mists: Mister Huey's Opaque White Mist, Creative Memories Black Chalking Ink; Tools: Creative Memories Circle Cutter, Fiskars Postage Stamp Border Punch; Stickers/Tags: My Mind's Eye, Sassafras; Brads: My Mind's Eye; Ribbon/Twine: We Are Memory Keepers Sew Easy; Other: Freckled Fawn Aqua Airmail Washi Tape

I took the design elements of the card sketch and made this page about my parents enjoying their retirement years. 

Variation #1 - Used the circles for photo and embellishments.

Variation #2 - Added a title and journaling.

Variation #3 - Added a punched border to the paper strip.

Here's a closer look at the details:

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Wednesday, April 25, 2012

One-page Week, Part 3

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One-page Sketch #21


You can download and print this sketch by clicking on the one-page sketches link found under the "printable sketches" tab on the right sidebar. 


"Buckeroo Birthday" by Jill Sarginson 
Supplies Used - Patterned Paper: Imaginisce; Alpha: Thickers; Ink: Vibrance; Cardstock: Bazzill Basics

Variations:

• I only used one 2x2 photo in my layout.

• I substituted embellishments for the journaling.

• I did not include the embellishments on the upper right

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"Fabulous" by Suzanna Lee 
Supply List - Cardstock: Bazzill Basics; Patterned paper: Prima, Crate Paper; Stickers: K & Co, Colorbok, Teresa Collins, My Minds Eye; Tape: Tim Holtz, K & Co; Rub On: Studio Calico; Flower: Prima; Chipboard: Bumblebee; Misc: Sew Stamper by We R Memory Keepers

Variation 1: Instead of the three smaller pictures I used a 2.5 x 4 picture. I also put a small frame around each picture in order to make them stand out against the background.

Variation 2: I inked each of the horizontal strips for some added depth and delineation of papers. I also added one extra, the black scallops up top. The thin strip of black at the bottom needed some anchoring.


Variation 3: Instead of sewing, I used the Sew Stamper for that same look.

Variation 4: Embellies are placed a little bit differently and not hearts. I rarely use the embellishment as I like the visual variety. I used strips of torn tape and a tag for some more horizontal mobility.

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"Marshmallow Cookin" by Janette Kincaid 
Supplies - Patterned paper: Echo Park, We R Memory Keepers; Chipboard Alpha: Sassafras, Making Memories; Journal Card: 7 Gypsies; Star mask/template: Heidi Swapp; Embroidery floss: DMC; Journal Pen: Zig; Adhesive: Glue Arts, Helmar; Stitching tools and needle: We R Memory Keepers; Unknown: brad, sanding block

This layout came together really quickly (minus the blanket stitching – that part took forever!). I made most of the layout with scraps left on my desk from a previous project. I love it when that happens!!

Variation #1 - I limited the number of photos to three and placed them in the same general areas as the sketch.

Variation #2 – I replaced the heart embellishments with stars.


Variation #3 – I used a blanket stitch on the edges of the background strip rather than a straight line of stitching…did I mention the stitching part took forever?!? {wink}
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Friday, April 13, 2012

Two-page Week, Part 5 & a Blog Hop Tomorrow!

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Two-page Sketch #27


You can download and print this sketch by clicking on the two-page sketches link found under the "printable sketches" tab on the right sidebar.


"Ice Cream Treat" by Cherie Nymeyer
Supplies - Cardstock: Stampin' Up!; Patterned Paper: Echo Park; Letter Stickers: American Crafts; Die Cut Title (Treat), Silhouette; Sticker: October Afternoon; Die Cut Tag: My Little Shoebox; Stamp: Unity Stamp Co; Ink: Stampin' Up!

Variation #1 - I made this sketch a single page layout instead of a two-page layout.

Variation #2 - On page one, I centered my patterned paper instead of bringing it right to the edge.

Variation #3 - I clustered my embellishments to the left of my small square photo instead of underneath it.


Variation #4 - I did a journal block instead of journal strips.


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"Where the Wild Things Are!" by Ashley Horton
Supplies - Cardstock: The Paper Studio; Patterned Paper: Jillibean Soup, The Paper Studio, Crate Paper; Letter Stickers: Jillibean Soup and October Afternoon; Thickers: American Crafts; Font: CK Handprint; Ink: Memento; Layered Flowers: K&Company; Buttons: Blumenthal Lansing; Embroidery Floss: Janlynn; Other: Acrylic Stamp and Brads

Variation #1 - I used the left hand side of the sketch to create a one-page layout.

Variation #2 - I changed the size of the smaller 2.5x2.5 photo to 2.5x3.

Variation #3 - I added an embellishment cluster to the top left-hand corner of the layout.

Variation #4 - Since my page ended up being a one-pager, I added one of the thin striped pieces of paper to the far right-hand border of the page.

Here's a closer look at the details:



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"Sub-limet" by Suzanna Lee
Supply List - Patterned paper: Authentique, Echo Park, Basic Grey, Jillibean Soup; Letter stickers: Jenni Bowlin, Bella Boulevard; Tabs: K&Co; Stars: Bazzill; Stickers: Echo Park

Variation 1 - I used the right hand side of the sketch and flipped it 90 degrees.

Variation 2: Instead of the three 2.5x2.5 squares, I used one square picture sized 2.5x2.5 and a longer picture of the same height.

Variation 3: The "background" piece that overlaps from the second page is omitted as there is enough movement in the different papers I used.

Variation 4: The addition of a title and embellishments not present in the sketch but necessary on a one pager.

Here's a closer look at the details:




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Meet the Creative Team Blog Hop!

Be sure to check back tomorrow for our "Meet the Creative Team" Blog Hop. There will be a new sketch, lots of giveaways and you'll get a chance to hop around to each creative team member's blog to see how they used the new sketch! It's going to be a great time!
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