"The Beautiful Snow" Mini Album

We have been having a whopper of a winter when it comes to snowfall and accumulation so I decided I might as well embrace it.  As you may have noticed in my last post, I used a snowman in my Valentine's Day photos and today I'm sharing a mini album completely dedicated to the "beautiful" snow.

Supplies:  Paper, Chipboard & Metal Stickers (Best Creation Inc.), Crystal Snowflake (Imaginisce), Gem Snowflakes (Zva Creative), Album (Tattered Angels), Journaling Sprouts (Jillibean Soup), Stamps (myStamp BOX), Chipboard Snowflake (Maya Roads), Gems (Teresa Collins), Die Cuts & Pearls (Jenni Bowlin), Letters (Basic Grey & American Crafts), Epoxy (Epiphany Crafts), Doily (Kaisercrafts), Pearl Swirl (Prima), Chipboard Skate (Riff Raff)

I used the "Winter Wonderful" line by Best Creation Inc. for this album.  I just love all the blues and glittery scenes on the paper.  Take a peek throughout the album and I think you will agree that this line is absolutely adorable and perfect for all things wintery.



My girls have also started downhill skiing this winter, something I have yet to get any photos of. I hope to add some to the album before the winter is over.

Thanks so much for stopping by!  Have a wonderful Monday.

Let it Snow

Although every last trace of the snow we got on the weekend is gone, I still have some wintery projects to share today.  The first is a card that was published in the winter issue of Canadian Scrapbooker magazine. 

I made this card and ornament set awhile ago, testing out my epoxy tools. I stamped and embossed a white snowflake on blue cardstock and then turned it into an epoxy.  I do believe this was my first "wow" moment with the epoxy tool.  The fancy mirror piece and white lace were both treasures found at the Dollarama.

Supplies:  Paper (Bo Bunny), Stamps (myStamp BOX), Chandelier Crystals (Heidi Swapp), Ribbon (Chatterbox), Sheer (KI Memories), Embossing Folder (Provo Craft), Epoxy (Epiphany Crafts)

I'll leave you with that for today along with a wish for a wonderful weekend. Thanks for stopping by.

December Publications - Scrapbooking & Beyond

Page 23 - featuring "The Cottage" patterned paper by Scrap Within Reach and "Let it Snow" stamps by myStamp BOX

Page 25 - featuring "Paper Boy" & "Industrial Park" patterned paper by Scrap Within Reach and "CKU Giggles" stamp set by Unity Stamp Company

Pages 30-31 - featuring "Let it Snow" stamp set by myStamp BOX

Page 46 - featuring "Snapshot" stamp set by myStamp BOX

Page 74 - Daphne's first publication

Featuring "Urban Garden" patterned paper by Scrap Within Reach and "Bold Blocks" stamp set by myStamp BOX

Happy Canada Day

So I might be a few months late for this one, but I finally got a Canada Day page done.   I used the new "Avalanche" line by Upsy Daisy.  Yes, that is the winter collection!  Funny thing with this line is, it is so very versatile that you could use it for most any theme you want and noone would be the wiser. 

"Happy Canada Day"

Supplies:  Paper, Trims & Brad (Upsy Daisy), Letters (Websters Pages, Scenic Route), Leaf Gem & Bead Letters (Dollarama), Stamps (myStamp BOX), Floss (Karen Foster)

Journaling Reads:
You two were so excited to put on  your matching outfits and "go to Canada Day".  Though you don't fully understand what Canada is, you know it is cause for celebration.  July 1, 2010.

Hanging Tough

Cindy guessed it!  My favourite myStamp BOX stamp set is indeed the cloud set, "Wishing You Sunshine", and I used it to create today's layout.

"Hanging Tough"

Supplies:  All supplies My Little Shoebox except ribbon (Making Memories), Brads (Bazzill), Felt (Queen & Company), Stamps (myStamp BOX)

Here's a detail shot of my favourite stamped clouds.

This photo is just too cute not to include here.  My daughter wanted me to take some pictures of her on the rings.  Little did she know I'd get one like this!

This is my last official myStamp BOX post.  I complete my 1 1/2 years with them the end of this month.  I can't say enough about how much I've enjoyed this opportunity and can't thank Bettina enough for the pleasure of working for her and her team.  Not to worry though.  You haven't seen the last of my work with their products.  My favourite sets sit on the corner of my desk, where they will stay.

Have a wonderful weekend.  Look for a new Upsy Daisy page on Monday and I may even sneak a few stamped leaves in there!
Cheers!

Scrap Within Reach Cards

Our assignment this month was to work with Scrap Within Reach's adorable mini Kraft paper bags. Since you've all seen many pages with the bags, I thought I'd use them for some cards this month.

Supplies:  Paper, Kraft bags, Stickers (Scrap Within Reach), Stamp (myStamp BOX), Button (American Crafts)

Supplies:  Paper, Kraft Bag, Sticker (Scrap Within Reach), Button (American Crafts), Stamp (myStamp BOX), Trim (Dollarama)

I just realized that I have never posted this mini Kraft bag layout on my blog:

Supplies:  Paper, Kraft Mini Bags, Stickers (Scrap Within Reach), Trim (Prima), Brads (Upsy Daisy), Mini Letters (Websters Pages), Misc. Buttons, Border Punch (Martha Stewart)

For more Kraft mini bag projects, check out these pages:
-I am Cute
-This is Love
-Glamour Girl

Don't forget to get your name in the draw for the HUGE stamp giveaway on my blog.  Drawing will be later this week.

Thanks for stopping by and have a wonderful Monday!!

Another Card For You - "Hi, What's Up"

If you are here for the Epiphany Crafts Card-A-Palooza blog hop, scroll down to the next post. 

Supplies:  Paper (Kiki Art), Stamps (myStamp BOX), Cardstock (Bazill), Adhesive (Helmar)

Today it's my turn to blog on the myStamp BOX blog and it is my pleasure to show you a card made with the adorable Hot Air Balloon collection by Kiki Arts, one of our sponsors this month.  Cruise on over and check it out for all the design specifics.

Have a wonderful Friday!

Epiphany Crafts' Card-a-Palooza Sweepstakes Blog Hop

Welcome to Epiphany Crafts inaugural blog hop and Card-a-Palooza.  If you have just happened upon my blog today, you may wish to go to the start of the blog hop so you don't miss any of the cards the design team has prepared.  As you hop your way from blog to blog you will see 12 different cards showcasing Epiphany Crafts used with 12 different manufacturers.  As you visit each of our design team member's blogs, make a note of the sponsoring company. After you know all 12 companies visit the Epiphany Crafts Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Epiphany-Crafts/138008244814 and leave a comment on the Card-A-Palooza thread listing the 12 companies (abbreviations are okay) and you will be entered into the drawing for a GIANT prize package. You will be receiving product from each of the sponsoring companies plus tools from EC. Best of all, you will be receiving the 12 handmade cards shown on the blogs, all ready to use throughout the year. This is a huge giveaway that you won't want to miss!

The month of August is full of birthdays in my family so I have prepared a Birthday Card today using the 14mm round shape tool in conjunction with myStamp BOX stamps.

Supplies:  Paper (Best Creation Inc.), Stamps (myStamp BOX), Floss (Karen Foster), Shape Tool (Epiphany Crafts), Gems (Kaisercrafts)

The pennants you see here are a brand new release from myStamp BOX. Look for it on the site in the very near future.  The sentiment is from the "Mention It" set.

I used two different pennant stamps to acheive the look you see here.  I raised the solid shape on top of the scallop pennant with foam mounting squres.  The little stars were punched directly from the Best Creation patterned paper.  You wouldn't know I made them if I didn't tell you.  That's how great these tools are!

Next up on your blog hop is the talented LISA WILKINSON. 

Have Fun & Good Luck!

Get Your Stamp On

The August issue of ScrapStreet Magazine has gone live and there is a great article by Pamela Young on stamping on your layouts.  Check out the myStamp BOX pages on page 12 (Monique) and page 13 (mine).

A Few of her Favourite Things Mini

Supplies:  Album, Paper & Rub-Ons (Bo Bunny), Letters (Jenni Bowlin, Basic Grey, Pink Paislee), Flower & Bling (Prima), Stamps (myStamp BOX), Epoxy Shapes & Buttons (Epiphany Crafts)

Today's mini is made from one of the coloured and shaped Bo Bunny chipboard albums.  As many of you know, blue is one of my most favourite colours so it's no surprise that I couldn't resist the blue shaped mini album shown here.  I chose to pair it with another favourite colour, purple. Bo Bunny keeps me very happy on the purple front with several beautiful collections that use purple and much to my delight they keep coming!  Have you seen this one?  I paired "Snowy Serenade" with "Jazmyne" for this book.

My oldest daughter has a very strong sense of what she does and doesn't like so I decided to create an album showcasing many of those things.  The solid blue colour of the chipboard allowed me to journal in white.  I really like how it pops of the dark background.

I also used my Epiphany Crafts shape tools to create some custom embellishments for the album.  Some of the embellishments came from patterns on the patterned paper, while others (the circles) are stamps. 

Here is another using the button tool.  These tools have quickly become part of my "go to" collection.

A few more random shots from the album:

If you are still wanting for more purple in your day, check out these posts:

-Plum Crazy

-I'm Dreaming in Purple Again

-Itchy Itchy Spider

-I am Cute

Thanks for stopping by!

Swing Me

Supplies:  Paper (Bo Bunny), Stamp (myStamp BOX), Bingo Card (Tattered Angels), Trim (Websters Pages), Doily (Little Yellow Bicycle), Flowers (Prima), Tin Plaque (GCD Studios), Letters (American Crafts)

I don't think there has been a paper line yet named Gypsy that I haven't loved. This Bo Bunny line is no exception.  Funny, when I bought the paper I had fall pages in mind.  Here it is used with summer pictures and I love it.  How can you not love red paired with aqua for any season?  Coincidently enough, I'm working on an order with Gigi Creations for some outfits in that very color palette for my girls. :)

I am always looking for new ways to add the date to my pages.  This stamp from the "Bold Blocks" set is one of many great journaling options available at myStamp BOX.

That's all for today.  Have a wonderful Wednesday!

Adding Even More Dimension to Chipboard Shapes

Join me on the myStamp BOX blog today for a mini tutorial on how to jazz up your chipboard shapes with stamps.

I'm a Cover Girl!!!

I am in utter disbelief! I was just doing a little surfing and came across the advertisement for the June issue of CARDS magaine. 

And guess what??

 That's my card!!

OH MY WORD, THAT is MY CARD!!!

I bet you can see my mile wide grin and hear me squeal with delight from your house!  LOL

I am also happy to say that the stamps used to create the leaves on the tree are by none other than Bettina @ myStamp BOX.  Hooray all around!!!

Anyone want to join me while I do the happy dance??

Jump into Summer Blog Hop

Welcome to the Jump into Summer Blog Hop with myStamp BOX and our preferred product partners (Helmar, PK Glitz and Kiki Art).


If you have just happened upon my blog today, you may want to head to the start of the blog hop, the myStamp BOX blog.

Here is our Summer Blog Hop schedule just in case you missed anyone:
myStamp BOX Blog www.mystampbox.com/blog
Virginie http://www.lescrapdenovalen.canalblog.com/
Tracey http://www.tailoredpages.blogspot.com/  <---- You are here.
Cherie http://www.cherie-inked.blogspot.com/
Helmar Adhesives http://helmarusa.typepad.com/blog/
Jing-Jing http://thislittleartofmine.blogspot.com/
Jolene http://www.jolenejohnston.blogspot.com/
Monique http://moniquesscrapbook.blogspot.com/
Eva http://www.evascrap.blogspot.com/
PK Glitz http://www.pkglitz.com/blog/
Ellen http://www.closeyourears.blogspot.com/
Maryfrances http://maryfrancesfabbri.blogspot.com/
Gudrun http://www.papirbloggen.blogspot.com/
Lynda http://positive-force.blogspot.com/
Jill http://www.fromthefarm-jill.blogspot.com/
Kiki Art http://www.kiki-art.com/blog_en/
Agata http://underconstruction-agata.blogspot.com/
Ally http://www.yourmemoriescanada.blogspot.com/
back to the myStamp BOX blog

The challenge for this Blog Hop was to take anything that makes you think of Summer and create a project that fits the theme.
You participate in the blog hop by leaving a comment on each and every participating myStamp BOX designer's blog and all out partner companies' blogs as well. You have a chance to win a set of stamps sets! Our partner companies will offer up a prize as well. So leave a comment on all the blog posts and then return to the mSB blog and tell us what you favourite project was along the way for a chance to win! Have fun!

"Sprinkler Fun"

Supplies:  Paper (Crate Paper), Die Cut (We Are Memory Keepers), Stamps (myStamp BOX), Flowers (Prima), Glitter (PK Glitz), Letters (American Crafts), Pearls (Prima, Kaisercrafts), Trim (Webster's Pages), Border Punches (EK Success), Adhesive (Helmar)

Nothing says summer like sprinklers and bold, bright colours.  I chose to highlight two stamp sets on this page:  Colorful Companions and Floating Leaves since butterflies and beautiful green leaves make summer (and scrapbook pages) so visually pleasing.

I love using stamps to enhance clusters of embellishments on my pages.  Making stamped images 3D really gives them that extra pop.  Helmar's Zapdots work great for popping my leaves off the page. 

Today's Tip:  Create your own custom glittered water droplets

To carry the sprinkler theme throughout my entire page, I decided to give the page the illusion of a giant sprinkler.  This was easily accomplished with a few simple steps and a little time.

Materials:

-Double sided tape

-Water Droplet Punch (EK Success)

-PK Glitz Glitter (Desert Sand)

-Scrap Paper

-Helmar's Zapdots (foam mounting squares)

Steps:

-Place a strip of double sided tape onto the scrap paper.

-Punch out water droplets along tape line.  Turn punch over to be sure punch is lined up correctly.

-Remove adhesive backing and dip droplet into glitter.  Shake off excess.

-Adhere to page using Helmar's Zapdots.

This same technqiue could be used for any punch you have in your collection.  I'm thinking glittered flowers and butterflies.  How fun.

Now hop on over to Cherie's Blog for more summery inspiration. 

Thanks for stopping by.

Designing with Acrylic

Supplies:  Album (Clear Scraps), Paper (American Crafts), Transparency (Hambly), Stamps (myStamp BOX), Letters (Websters Pages), Trim (Prima), Flower (Petaloo), V2 Vellum Adhesive (Helmar)

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Dear Lizzy Adhesive Fabric Papers and Acrylic are a match made in heaven!!! 

Seriously.  It could not be any easier or quicker than that to decorate acrylic!

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This album is 4 inches wide by over 9 inches long.  Because of the length, I decided to put a baby photo of my girls on each of the first three interior pages. I also arranged the photos so that they show through the previous page making it easy to compare just how much the girls looked alike as infants.

(click on photo to enlarge)

When I build mini albums using acrylic, I like to allow elements from previous pages to show through to the next.  If you look across the top, you will see how I've built the journaling using several pages.  Looking across the bottom, you can see how the baby pictures all line up on the first page. 

Today's Design Tip:

Run your acrylic shapes through an embossing machine to give them some texture.  Notice the frame around my photo on the cover. I used the Swiss Dot embossing plate to get the raised dots.  For more interest, try sanding the raised areas.

The Dangle:  Because no album seems complete without a dangle of some sort, I added another Clear Scraps shape to the binding ring complete with a matching flower and some journaling around the perimeter.

For a more thorough discussion on working with acrylic and using stamps to journal, join me on the myStamp BOX blog today.

Don't forget to check back here on the 15th for a fun summer time blog hop.

See you then.

EDITED to ADD:

Look for this album in the 2011 Create Mini Albums books by Scrapbook Trends.