A New Ink on Life

Wonderfall Layout

Each month with my Scrapbook Club I plan a two page layout that focuses on a specific Designer Series Paper, Stamp set, and Tool. For November I used the Orchard Harvest DSP, Wonderfall Stamp Set and matching Autumn Accents Die, Core'dinations card stock and the Colour Spritzer Tool. Oh and we even did a little Heat Embossing. There was a lot packed into this CAS layout:)

I try to make sure  each month that I come up with layouts that are simple enough to easily recreate but try to include lots of fun elements. I also try to keep the theme relatively generic so that it works for everyone, no matter what stage of their life they may be in. Most of the products used on this page can be found in the awesome HOLIDAY CATALOGUE.

It's really hard to tell in the photos but we used the Colour Spritzer Tool and a Soft Suede Marker to add sprays of colour on the More Mustard 12x12 base.

We used VersaMark and Early Espresso Embossing Power to make the sentiment (from Pursuit of Happiness set) really pop from the Naturals Ivory Card stock. The leaves were die cut then stamped also using VersaMark to create a tone on tone effect.

 For two of the photos I wanted to create a faux polariod. I achieved this by making the Very Vanilla mat a little longer vertically, then stamped some words from the very versatile Fabulous Phrases set. The center photo was just matted with Very Vanilla then placed on top of a piece of Early Espresso Core'dinations Card stock that was embossed with the Woodgrain Impressions Folder, then sanded.

I then create a little banner using scrap of DSP and the Petite Pennant Punch (which is on SALE right now for 30% off! To view the full list of SALE items click HERE) some Linen Thread and two adorable button brads from the Vintage Trinkets.

Have a great day,

 

Lest We Forget

 

I saw this video last night that a friend of mine posted to Facebook (thanks Angela!) and I just sat and listened to it several times over. It made me reflect on how now more then ever the importance of teaching my children the significance of November 11th. And to be thankful every day through out the year for the freedoms that we have because of those who served and continue to serve their country.

I know that this isn't my typical "crafty"  post but this day is even more important to me personally because of the connection I had with my late grandfather. He fought for the freedoms of our country in the second world war and some of my best childhood memories were of him telling me stories about his experience and showing me his uniform and medals. Up until he became very ill, he would march in the Rememberance Day ceremonies in Victoria. Still as proud as ever to dawn his uniform and medals. He passed away June of 2004 and I still miss him every day, but I am so glad I have wonderful memories of the amazing man he was:)

My aunt had posted this picture of him on facebook, so right away I knew I need to create a page using MDS2. This way I can share those childhood memories with my children and be even more grateful for the world we live in today -although by no means is it perfect it could be so much worst if it wasn't for those who are still dedicated to serving to protect our freedoms.

 

This Day......

Today I wanted to share with you a page that I created in MDS2 using the Spring Break II Digital Kit. I just couldn't help myself and had to purchase a bunch of digital kits when they were on sale:)

 

I love this picture of my youngest daughter. She has such a free, fearless spirit that I love but at times (or let's face it a lot of the time) it really does become a challenge for the control freak side of me. I am trying to get better and just let her enjoy the things she loves to do (of course as long as they are with in reason:)

We were away at a resort on the Sunshine Coast of BC and on this particular day we had ordered some food to take out from the resturant that was there. While we were waiting outside Isabelle immediately noticed the sprinker that was watering the grounds. She saw this as the perfect opportunity to run through the sprinkler and get soaking wet! My immediate thought was tell her to stop, but the sun was shining and she was having so much fun that I just grabbed my camera and snapped away!

Here is the supply list of the digital elements I used:

 Download This Day Supply List

Have a great day,

 

Happy Digital Scrapbooking Day - MDS2 Style!

Well today is Digital Scrapbooking Day and Stampin' Up! is joining in on the festivities.

 

 Did you know that Stampin' Up! offers a FREE 30 day trial of this amazing digital designing program?

 

If anyone is interested in ordering the FREE 30 day trial you can do it through my website here:

http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/jenniferpicard/productline12

 

 There is a wealth of information on the program at http://mydigitalstudio.net/

 

 I recommend reading the information here: http://mydigitalstudio.net/page/questions-answers

 

There are also lots of training videos on the site and tons of wonderful samples using the program too, and I of course am here to answer any questions you may have.

 

And until Monday November 5th Stampin' Up! is offering 50% off Digital Kits! Oh my goodness I know that there are several on my wish list that I will be getting at those fabulous prices!

 

Wait it gets even better - there are also 3 amazing downloads that you can get for FREE!

 

Here is the A Split Second Template FREE Download:

 

What I love about the templates are that you can use them as a starting point then switch up some of the elements, recolour them, resize them remove them if you like. The possibilities are endless!

 

You can see I started with the template then made it my own. I am telling you MDS2 is AMAZING!

 

 

Now what are you waiting for?! Go to MyDigitalStudio.Net check out all of the fabulous ideas, and remember there are no excuses not to try this program - you can get it for FREE for 30 days!

 

Have a great day!

Toxic Treats and Howlstooth Layout

Well last night was the first meeting of my scrapbook club and oh my what a great bunch of women! It was so fun to meet them all and I look forward to the next 5 months of creating with them. With my scrapbook clubs I create a two page layout every month focusing on a specific designer series paper and stamp set. This month we used the Howlstooth and Scaringbone DSP and the Toxic Treats Stamp set.

Here's the layout we did:

(Click on the photo to view it larger)

On this page I also added the Toxic Frameable Digital Designer Template for My Digital Studio but resized to 4x 5 1/4 to fit the layout and it works as a great title. We talked about how the mixing of B/W and colour pictures can really add interest to a page and how also to not be afraid to mix things up by using to different coloured 12x12 for the base of a 2 page layout.

The blank piece of Very Vanilla is perfect for journaling on or will also fit a 3 1/2x5 photo. I love how the Whisper White Craft Ink looks on the Basic Black card stock.

Supplies used:

My Digital Studio2, Toxic Frameable Designer Template

Stamps: Toxic Treats

Ink: StazOn Jet Black, Whsiper white Craft

Paper: Howlstooth and Scaringbone Designer series paper, Lucky Limeaide, Basic gray, Very Vanilla, Basic Black, Pumpkin Pie

Accessories: Bright Buttons, Lucky Limeaide Baker's Twine, Decorative Label punch

Have a great day!

Picture Perfect with My Digital Studio2

It's Wednesday and this week at Stampin' Royalty we have a colour challenge!Now I will admit that coming up with a project that uses only two colours and Whisper White was certainly a challenge but to complicate things I decided I wanted to create a scrapbook page!

One of the best features about MDS2 is the option to recolour embellishments-being able to use that feature made my project a whole lot easier to create!

Stampin' Up! has a fabulous resource called MyDigitalStudio.net where there is a wealth of information on how to use this amazing progrom, there are videos, updates, contests and even a forum where you can ask questions. This week their challenge is to use one of the new downloads from September. As soon as I saw the gorgeous Fancy Frames I knew that I had to buy them. I love how these colours just pop of the white background.

Click to view the full supply list Download Picture Perfect Life Supplies used

Now be sure to check out what the other Stampin' Royalty Godesses came up with these colours!

 

Mamarazzi

Wow I can not believe we are nearing the end of September-where does the time go? The weeks are flying by and it seems as though my days are still filled with playing constant catch up:) I am sure there are a lot of you that can relate.

So the other day I decided to take the time to try and capture a few photos of my 5 year old playing around on our front lawn. Well, apparently according to my children I am a relentless photographer-AKA "the MAMARAZZI" so I decided to go with it,haha. And of course after our "photo shoot" this is the page I came up with:

Seriously cute,right?! Even the photo of her pout makes me smile. I really do love how easy MDS2 make it for me to create a scrap page that has lots of elements and depth but takes so much less time then traditional scrapping. Although I will NEVER give up my paper scrapping (I LOVE doing it); MDS2 gives me a great option for some instant (well, almost I still spent a good hour on this page) gratification:)

Click on the link to check out the full supply list for this page Download Mamarazzi supply list

Have a great day!

Affection Collection

Well today is a perfect day to post these display projects that use the stamp set Affection Collection, as it is my wedding anniversary:)  When I was creating samples for Stampin' Up!'s Convention this was the last stamp set that I did. I knew I wanted to create a few "wedding type" samples so I dug around for a developed picture from my wedding and created this 8x8 page. Our photos were done way back in the days of film, lol! I really need to get my negatives on a CD:)

I chose the colour scheme of Basic Gray, Pink Pirouette, Very Vanilla and Basic Black. I absolutely love all the images and words in this stamp set.

I also created this matching heart shaped favour box using the Heart Framelits and the same colour scheme.

Want to see more great projects using the gorgeous Affection Collection stamp set from Stampin' Up!'s Holiday Catalogue? Well be sure to check out Day 6 of preview week at Create With Connie and Mary! The amazingly talented Elizabeth Price has a fabulous FREE tutorial posted using this stamp set. And remember only a few more days to take advantage of the Early Bird Savings for the next session! From now until Sept 1st you can subscribe for $24.95!  That $5 off the regular subscription of $29.95 for 5 weeks filled with INCREDIBLE projects!  That less than a $1 a project for a project each with a full downloadable tutorial! 

You're Amazing Smile

It's no secret that I love to scrap, however I haven't done a ton of personal scrapbooking lately but after making samples for the Stampin' Up! Convention I must say it really renewed my drive to get some pages done for my own books:) This page by far is one of my most favourites that I have made in a long time and you can bet that I will be recreating it:)

The products used on this page are from the World Spectacular Product Suite and I just love this fun and fresh colour combo. I used a large piece of Designer Series Paper from the World Spectacular pack and had it do most of the work for my title-love that! All I did was add the die cut letters to spell out "smile". These photos of my son were taken shortly after he first got his braces on.

 Here you can see a close up of the sweet tickets that were created using the You're Amazing Stamp set, Take a Ticket Wheel and the Ticket Duo Builder Punch. I also created a little flag using a tooth pick and one of the dies from the Bitty Banners Framelits.

The super cool thing about one of the patterns in the DSP is that there are tiny ticket images that punch out perfectly with the Ticket Punch! So I stapled a few along with a flag to the smaller photo.

Have a great day!

Spreading Sunshine with My Digital Studio 2!

Well, it is August now already and I can't believe how fast the summer is going by! I will admit though I have been secretely wishing the month of July away because i knew all of the amazing fun and exciting things that Stampin' Up! has in store for this month.

First off the unbelievable Holiday Seasonal Catalogue is now live and full of fantastic new products that you just have to have! Honestly this is the best one by far-promise:) You can check it out HERE.

Secondly there is even more reason to join my Stampin' Up! Team in August! If you have a big wish list of SU! products you would be silly not to get the Starter Kit!

• For just $125, choose up to $155 worth of brand-new products from the annual or holiday catalogues, for your completely customizable Starter Kit! Also pay no shipping or taxes on the products that you choose to put in your kit-another savings of close to $40!
• Also Get a FREE Howl-o-ween project kit valued up to $75!

The Howl-o-ween Printer's Tray includes everything you see below*:

*Project kit does not include ink

Plus, when you join Stampin' Up! as a demonstrator, you gain instant access to dozens of benefits, including

• Sneak peeks of brand new products!
• Access to an exclusive 30,000+ member online stamping community!
• A monthly magazine filled with project ideas and tips for running your business!
• The opportunity to fuel your passion for Stampin' Up! while getting a 20 percent discount on the products you love!
• Opportunities to make new friends who share your same passion!

Excited yet? Well there is even more to get excited about with the launch of My Digital Studio 2!!!! Not only can you download the new My Digital Studio 2 program FREE for 30 days HERE (Check out all the content that come with the 30 day software trial) you can also take advantage of a 31% savings on several print products for the month of August PLUS save on the following downloads:

Item	Digital Content	Retail Price	31% Off Price
127217	Floral District Collection Disc	$    29.95	$  20.67
118115	Night and Day Designer Series Paper	$      6.95	$    4.80
129929	Candid Frames	$      3.75	$    2.59
129921	Check This Out Page Templates	$      6.50	$    4.49
129609	Blossom Builders Embellishments	$      7.95	$    5.49
128999	It's All Me Kit	$    12.50	$    8.63
127441	Whimsical Note Journal Template	$      2.50	$    1.73
128342	Pinwheel Daily Calendar Template	$    12.50	$    8.63
127599	Party Animal Kit	$    12.50	$    8.63
127600	Autumn Traditions Kit	$    12.50	$    8.63
127620	Grateful Heart Thanksgiving Ensemble	$    18.50	$  12.77
126027	Playful Polka Dots Kit	$    12.50	$    8.63
130066	World Traveler Photobook Template	$    21.95	$  15.15
131221	Storybook Specialty Designer Series Paper	$      6.50	$    4.49
130850	Joyful Times Kit	$    12.50	$    8.63
124463	One Great Year Digital Kit	$    12.50	$    8.63
127175	Limited Edition Embellishments	$      3.75	$    2.59
129607	Walk in the Park II Kit	$    12.50	$    8.63
129934	#HASHTHIS Stamp Brush Set	$      9.95	$    6.87
129923	Book of Birthdays Swatchbook Template	$    15.95	$  11.01
121071	Travel Journal Kit	$    13.25	$    9.14
129924	Get it Done Kit	$      7.95	$    5.49
129005	Sweetly Nested Framable	$      6.50	$    4.49
127758	Delight in the Day Photobook Template	$    24.95	$  17.22
130862	Blast Off Ensemble	$    24.95	$  17.22
129890	Little Milestone Birthdays Greeting Card	$      9.95	$    6.87
128892	Designer Gift Cards	$      6.50	$    4.49
127580	And a Happy New Year Photocard Template	$      2.50	$    1.73
127435	Thanks Tons Greeting Card Template Set	$      3.75	$    2.59
127587	Sending Glad Tidings Designer Tags Kit	$      9.95	$    6.87
127762	Gratitude Framable Designer Template	$      2.50	$    1.73

Okay now that's enough of my babbling, how about a scrapbook page made using the new My Digital Studio 2?!

There are so many awesome new features but here are just some of my favourites so far:

-Cropping embellishments
-Changing the colour of embellishments, DSP etc
-Arranging the layers so I do not have to move everything on the page in order to get at something on the bottom and the lists goes on and on:)

I am so love the combination of Daffodil Delight and Basic Gray. This sweet picture of my oldest was just taken a few weeks ago at my brother's wedding.

Okay that's enough out of me for tonight!

Happy stamping, scrapping or digi scrapping,