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Clear Scraps--Memory-Dex Truck--Harvest Time

Hello there everyone!  Laura here with you today to share more of our BRAND NEW goodies from the Clear Scraps release!

This is one of the NEW Memory-Dex options from Clear Scraps!  The Truck Memory-Dex box is so adorable!  You can fill it up with any of the Memory-Dex Cards of your choosing--but there is also an AMAZING new set called Harvest Memory-Dex Cards--with either chipboard OR acrylic options!  I shared a set with you already--here are a couple of pics:

To see options available for the NEW chipboard and acrylic Memory-Dex dividers, you can find them, and also all the new box options HERE.

To create the truck, I started by painting all the pieces.  You can assemble first if you'd like, I find it easier to paint all the flat, un-assembled pieces.  I used burnt orange (entire body of truck), black (mirrors and tired), and gray (for the bumper) acrylic paint.  To give it a bit more of a "rustic
 look, I went around all the edges of the painted pieces, once they dried, with some distress ink.  For the bumper piece, I also trimmed a piece of red cardstock to fit behind it.

This is easier than trying to paint behind it in just the right spot!  This shows thru like red "taillights" and also highlights the cute heart in the bumper piece!

To add a little fun decoration--I used some stickers, enamel dots, a tag, and twine on the tailgate too!  Just a few items is all it takes so you don't overwhelm the cuteness of the truck!

On the front a few stickers and the sentiment--couldn't resist a little "license plate" looking sticker also for a nice extra touch.  Giving all the fall vibes!

Thanks so much for stopping by today!  Make sure to check back soon for more inspiration!

 

Supplies Used:

Clear Scraps:  Truck Memory-Dex Box, Harvest Chipboard Dividers, Harvest Acrylic Dividers, Embellishment Chipboard Punchout (harvest)

Other:  Acrylic paint--black, gray, burnt orange, distress ink--vintage photo, black soot, twine, enamel dots, Simple Stories Simply Vintage Country Harvest stickers, ephemera.

New Acrylic Christmas Mem-Dex Dividers

Good Morning everyone, 

Today's project is so awesome a little messy but it is super fun using these new Acrylic Christmas Mem-Dex Dividers from Clear Scraps. I hope you like these as much as I did, so many ways you can decorate these. I have all the links down below for you. 

Holiday Mem-Dex Dividers

To start off I place the acrylic mitten in an embossing folder and emboss.

 

Next I painted the mitten red, set aside to dry. 

After drying I place some white flower soft on the end of the mitten. 

 

Next I used white gesso to paint on my snowflake. You can also use white paint. I placed a few coats on it and set aside to dry. 

 

 

Once dried I came back with some faux snow I made using instant snow I had in my stash. I place the glue all around the snowflake and then started adding the faux snow on top. 

 

 

This was a nit messy as you will see. I wanted to try to add some acrylic paint to the acrylic tree. So I added a few drops of green and red dots around the tree. 

 

 

I added a bit of rubbing alcohol around and used my little hand held blower to move the paint around. 

I just kept adding some paint on and spreading around and added some gold in there as well to give a little bit of lighter color. Once I got the look I wanted I set aside to let dry. 

 

 

Here are finished Acrylic Mem-Dex Cards all decorated. I just love how they turned out. Really festive and perfect to fit inside one of the New Mem Dex Card Holders you can get from the Clear Scraps Store. 

 

 

I  hope you enjoyed today's step by step tutorial sharing the new Holiday Mem-Dex Dividers. These are just a wonderful addition to store. You will love decorating them and giving them to your many crafty friends for Christmas. 

To check out these New products and more just click on the name of each product and it takes you directly to the item in the Clear Scraps Shop. 

Thanks for joining me today.

 

Happy Crafting my Friends, 

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Fall Themed Memory-Dex Dividers

 

Hi there! It’s Judy here with a quick and easy Clear Scraps project.

 

I recently posted a project for a fall themed Vintage Truck Memeory-

Dex Box. Today I am sharing decorative fall themed dividers that will go perfectly with it or they can be used in a rolodex.

 

A set of the Acrylic Harvest Memory-Dex Dividers   and Chipboard Harvest Memory-Dex Dividers were used.

For the Chipboard dividers I used a combination of metallic markers, fall themed printable papers, clip art and stickers were used.

 

The truck divider was colored with metallic markers on both sides. I added a clip art wreath to the front side. A gold sticker sentiment was added.

 

I added printable papers and clip art to the front of the 2 pumpkins shaped dividers. The backside of each was colored with metallic markers. Gold sentiment stickers were added.

 

The Acrylic Memory-Dex Dividers were colored with alcohol markers. I added clip art printed on vellum to decorate. With the diverse being acrylic, coloring with alcohol markers and adding the clipart printed on vellum allows for the color and images to be seen on both the front and backsides. I really like the way they turned out!

 

 

 

 

Thanks for taking a look at today’s Memory-Dex Dividers project.

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Shaken It Up with Balloons

Hi everyone, 

It's Debbie here today sharing some fun cards to create using the Chipboard Mini Shaker Balloons and the Chipboard Script Birthday and Balloon set. These balloons are a must have for your cards, they add a fun embellishment that WoWs any card, tag or project. I have the links down below, along with the step by step tutorial for you.

 

           Script Birthday and Balloons                                  Mini Shaker Balloons

          

 

Card 1 - Happy Birthday Balloon Easel Card

 

This is a large easel card. Cut 1 piece of cardstock 6 1/2 x 7inches. Score 1/2 inch with 7 inch across the scoreboard. 

Cut 2 pieces of cardstock at 6 1/2 x 6 1/2 inches

 

 

Adhere the Scored piece (tab ) to one of the 6 1/2 x 6 1/2 inch pieces.

 

 

Next fold the top piece in half. (as shown below)

 

 

Next cover the other 6 1/2 x 6 1/2 inch piece. 

 

 

Next on the bottom half of the card, folded part, place adhesive. This is where we attach the covered 6 1/2 x 6 1/2 inch piece. 

 

 

For the chipboard Balloons I place glitter around the edges and the middle part, which is the back of the balloon, I added some Nuvo  Mousse embellishment and a glittered paste. I let dry for a few hours. 

 

 

The Birthday word I applied some Nuvo Embellishment Mousse on top of the chipboard. 

 

Next I decorated the inside of the balloons with some flower stickers and I added the cute little Hello Kitty holding the Balloons. Isn't this card just adorable? I really enjoyed creating this card and using the Script Birthday and Balloon chipboard set. 

 

 

 

 

Card 2 - Shaker Balloon Pop Up Box Card

 

For this next card cut a piece of cardstock at 11 1/2 x 8 inches. 

Score with the 11 1/2 inch across the scoreboard at 1/2, 2 1/2, 6 and 8 8 inches.

Turn tot he 8 inches across the top of the scoreboard and score at 4 1/2 inches to the second score line, Flip over and score again at the 4 1/2 inches.

 

Next you will cut out one end of the scored areas, from the 1/2 inch tab to the second panel and then cut out the middle panel. As shown below.

 

 

Next cut out two little tabs at 4 1/2 x 1 1/2 inches, score on 1/4 inch on each end for both tabs. These fit inside your box. 

 

This photo shows that you will adhere both tabs to the inside of the box. Place adhesive to the 1/4 inch tab and glue to the inside of the box about 1/4 inch down. 

 

 

Here are what you will receive for the Mini Shaker Balloon. You have 3 frames, 1 acetate piece and the backside of the shaker balloon. Adhere 2 frames together with the acetate, peel off the film from both side of the acetate. 

 

 

 

Next trace the back of the balloon onto pattern paper and cut out and adhere down to the balloon. I painted the top frame a beautiful turquoise color. And on the right side you see I have the acetate adhered to two of the frames. 

 

 

Place the painted frame on top of the acetate and place your sequins inside and adhere the frames down over the balloon. Make sure to burnish down really well so the shaker bits don't fall out. Now look at this cute Mini Shaker Balloon. 

 

 

 

 

Here is the card finished. I really like how this card turned out and may have to make some more. lol

It really turned out nice and so colorful. I really think the balloons made this card into a WOW factor, definitely going to bring some smiles. 

 

I  hope you enjoyed today's step by step tutorial showing how you can use the Mini Shaker Balloon and the Script Birthday and Balloon on creating some fantastic cards that will bring a smile to anyone's face. To check out both of these Balloons just click on the name of each product and it takes you directly to the item in the Clear Scraps Shop. 

Thanks for joining me today.

 

Happy Crafting my Friends, 

Autumn Acrylic Memory-Dex Divider Cards

Hello Craft Friends 

Dana here! Hope you are enjoying your Summer so far. I know that fall is still a ways away. But I wanted to create and share these new Clear Scraps Acrylic Memory-Dex Divider Cards! Working with Acrylic can be intimidating but I assure you they are easy and fun to play around with different background effects. You can see all the newest products available Click here

Here are the Memory-Dex cards ill be creating today.

I'm using a variety of different embellishments from my craft stash. This is a great way to use up all those leftover scraps we all like to save. Lol

To create my backgrounds I'm using Adirondacks Alcohol Inks in dark and light green, Orange and dark Red. I'll also be using some Adirondacks Blending Solution. This will help dilute and blend your alcohol Inks to create unique effects.  Alittle goes a long way. You only need a drop or two.

To begin remove your acrylic shapes from the package. I prepare my work surface and I like to work on a scrap piece of cardboard so I dont get the alcohol onto my craft glass mat. I also recommend wearing latex gloves. You dont want to get ink onto your fingers, it can get messy. I chose an orange and dark green alcohol Inks. Peel off the protective film from both sides of your acrylic. I only remove my protective film from one piece at a time. You don't want to scratch your acrylic or get any alcohol ink on your other 2 Memory-Dex cards. 

I applied dark green alcohol ink to the stem of my pumpkin. I let some of the ink drip down. This creates a neat effect. Next I'll add a few drops of the orange alcohol ink onto my pumpkin shape. Add a drop or two of the blending solution and let it drip and Swirl around. See photos:

Set aside to dry. Now you can repeat this process for the other 2 acrylic pieces. You only need to apply the alcohol ink on one side and it will show through on the other side. Here's how my Memory-Dex cards look so far:

Now we can start decorating our Acrylic Memory-Dex cards!

Large Pumpkin: I twisted a green stem and leaf around the stem of my pumpkin. I glued a Prima flower and some leaves on one side. Here's a photo:

Backside of Pumpkin: I added an ephemera sentiment piece "Give Thanks" and applied some rub-on leaves scattered in places. Here a closeup look:

Truck Card: on one side I add a wood strip of paper across the back of my truck. I applied two Prima marketing crystals onto each side mirror. I fussycut some small pumpkins and glued above my wood strip, adding foam dots on the two orange pumpkins before adhering. This adds some dimension. I glued a tiny Prima flower at the top! Here's a photo:

Backside of truck: I applied some Rub-on leaves and "Autumn " sentiment across the bottom edge. I fussycut some green pumpkins and glued above. Then glued another tiny Prima flower at the top! Here's a closeup!

Two Pumpkins Card: I applied acouple rub-on leaves and fussycut BBe"Thankful heart sentiment on the right side. See photo:

Backside: I fussycut a Autumn Love heart and glued on the left side  The rub-on leaves show through from the other side. Here's a photo:

Now your Memory-Dex Divider Cards are done. These would go great with the new Clear Scraps Truck Wood Box. Check it out on the Clear Scraps website: Click here

Here are some more photos of my finished Cards:

I hope you enjoyed my project today and are inspired to create your own set of Clear Scraps Acrylic Memory-Dex Divider Cards!

Thank you for stopping by the Clear Scraps blog! I'll be back next month with more projects to share with you!

Have a Crafty Day!

Dana

Other Supplies Used: Adirondacks Alcohol Inks in dark green, Orange, Light Green and Dark Red, Paper Scraps from Frank Garcia's Pink Autumn and Autumn Sunset collections, Prima Marketing flowers and crystals, Adirondacks Blending Solution, green wire stem and leaf

Clear Scraps--Memory Dex Cards--Harvest Time

Hi everyone! Laura here with you today and it's time to get excited!  The NEW Clear Scraps release is HERE!!

How CUTE are these new Acrylic Memory Dex cards??!!  There are some adorable Memory Dex boxes that will coordinate too!  I'll post my version of the adorable Pick Up Truck, that coordinates, next month--so this is just a sneak of what's to come!

These are really fun to play with!  I used alcohol ink--the bottom and stem were pounced on with a felt applicator, and the pumpkins I brushed it on to give the pumpkin texture/look.

Here's the reverse side of the double pumpkins card.  The trick with the acrylic is to create the back to "match" the front--using the pattern on the back of the paper to match what you use on the front since it does show thru just a bit even with the alcohol ink on there.  Here's the front on the next card....

This card, the ink was just pounced all over in the orange and green.  I love the texture it gives and it's super simple to do!  I generally do several layers to get the pattern more intense.

This is the back side of the same card.  Again, just layering the paper and stickers with the other side of the card in mind.  The third card in this set is the adorable truck!

This one I brushed on the ink and then went back and brushed a bit of a darker/brownish color on top to give that "old pickup truck" vibe.  Some papers and stickers finished it off.

The other set available is the Memory Dex Chipboard Harvest set.

This version was painted with acrylic paint, the edges brushed with distress ink and then it was decorated up with stickers, ephemera, enamel dots and twine.  These new items are SO MUCH FUN!  And there are more too!  Keep an eye on the blog and the Clear Scraps site for all these new items and great inspiration!

Thanks for stopping by!

 

Supplies:

Clear Scraps:  Memory Dex Acrylic Harvest Cards and Chipboard Harvest Cards.

Other:  Alcohol ink--brown, orange, green, acrylic paint--brown, orange, distress ink--walnut stain, twine, enamel dots, Simple Stories Simple Vintage County Harvest stickers, papers & ephemera, glue, foam tape.

How to Create with your House Memory Dex

Greetings Chris here and today I am excited to share this fun and cute Memory Dex! These memory-dex packages are so fun to create with!  I choose to create with muted fall colors and papers featuring butterflies and pumpkins. I "stained" my fence with watered down brown paint.  I fussy cut the fox from my patterned papers to add to my fence line. 

To create my "siding" for my house by cutting strips of my patterned papers and adhering them so that they were slightly overlapping.  I fussy cut coordinating patterned papers to cover my chimney. 

My papers included some "cards" that I transformed into my doors on the front and back of my house. I added some punched butterflies and a few pearls to dress up my house. 

I created some coordinating dividers using the clear fall dividers. I even added some extra butterflies. 

And because they are clear and my paper was double sided, I have a completely different look on the "b" side of my dividers. 

Which side is your favorite?   I just love the colors. 

My memory-dex even doubles as a planter or flower holder. 

I hope you are inspired to try your hand at creating with these Memory-dex-es.  

Chris

 

"Sweet Strawberry" Cutting Board Home Decor

Everyone adores strawberries in the summer, don't they?

Hello fellow crafters! Jennifer here again with a new home decor project. I'm absolutely smitten with this adorable strawberry shaker, using the Graphic 45 "Sunshine on My Mind" paper line and these charming cutting boards. They're ideal for creating a speedy gift or stylish home decor piece. After crafting the shaker tag and an album, I repurposed the leftover scraps to create this lovely cutting board.

strawberry shaker

Medium cutting board

First, I traced, cut, and adhered the black and white plaid paper onto the cutting board base. Using an X-Acto knife, I carefully cleaned up the edges. After securing the paper, I inked the edges with black ink for a defined look. Next, I applied white chalk paint, smudging it lightly across the cutting board to enhance its texture and visual appeal.

For the shaker element, I used Shamrock and Fruit Punch Stickles to cover the top part of the shaker piece. While I allowed that to dry, I proceeded by tracing, cutting, and gluing the base of the strawberry shaker to the chipboard base. Then, I added two of the strawberry outline pieces to assemble the shaker. I filled the shaker with resin strawberries, as well as red, pink, green, and white pearls from Queen & Co, along with various green and silver beads. After removing the protective film from the acrylic piece, I glued it to the top of the shaker. Once the Stickles had dried, I attached this piece to complete the shaker.

After attaching the shaker to the cutting board, I embellished it further with leftover flowers, die cuts from the Graphic 45 collection, colored beads, and cabochons. To finish off the design, I adorned the handle of the cutting board with black, white, and red ribbon. Next, I used a splatter brush and white chalk paint to create splattered dots around the flowers, die cuts, and strawberry shaker, adding a whimsical touch to the overall design.

 

I hope this project has inspired you to create your own piece of home decor using shakers and cutting boards. This quick and charming project will make a delightful addition to my daughter's kitchen decor for the summer.

~ Jennifer

 

8x8 Acrylic Calendar Display

 Good Morning everyone,

I hope you all are having a great day. Today I am sharing with a really fun idea you can do using the 8x8 Acrylic Page Display along with the 6 inch Flower Pot Stencil from Clear Scraps.  Not only can you use this to display your beautiful layouts but you can also use it for monthly calendars. I have a fun a step by step tutorial for you below. 

        8x8 Acrylic Page Display                                         6 inch Flower Pot Stencil

                       

 

Let's start by removing the plastic film from both sides of the Page Display Case. 

Then cut a piece of card stock at 8x8 inches. 

 

 

Next print out a Calendar. You can find free calendars on the internet for every month. I think this would be fun to change out every month with a new design, especially during holidays. 

Adhere the calendar to the 8x8 inch card stock, and trim off the excess paper. 

 

 

I also cut out a few borders to go around the edges of the calendar. I thought a fun summer theme would be great for July. 

 

 

Next bring in the 6 inch Flower Pot stencil and inks. I thought it would be fun to ink up the calendar with the flowers. You can still write in any appointments or events in the calendar.

I used my memento inks. 

 

 

I did five flowers, and only three pots at the bottom. I think this is looking pretty fun to display on my frig. 

 

 

Next I used some of the stickers from the paper collection to decorate around the calendar. I added some ice cream cones, a fun summer sentiment, summer drink and a banner. I also added some flower stickers in the middle of each stenciled flower. On the flower pots I drew a little chevron design on top of each flower pot using different colored ink pens. 

 

Next I added some magnets to the back for placing on the frig or you can place a ribbon under the little frame and tie as I did below. 

 

 

Here is the finished Calendar. I think it turned out so good. I really like this idea and how fun to change out each month with a new design on it. 

 

 

 

I hope you enjoyed today's step by step tutorial showing how you can use this fun 8x8 Acrylic Page Display not only for displaying a page layout with photos but also as a fun display for your calendars. I hope you check out this fun 8x8 Acrylic Page Display and the 6"Flower Pot Stencil both are great items to use for your home decor and other craft projects. To check our these fun items just click on the name of each product and it takes you directly to the item in the Clear Scraps Shop. 

 

Thanks for joining me today.

 

Happy Crafting my Friends, 

Strawberry Shaker Tag

Hey fellow creators! Jennifer here on the blog today, sharing this delightful strawberry shaker tag. These tags are ideal for embellishing gift bags, wrapped presents, gift card holders, or adding more decor. I used the strawberry shaker tag and papers from the Graphic 45 "Sunshine on My Mind" collection to craft this summer project. 

Strawberry Shaker Tag

First, I covered both sides of the tag with paper from the Sunshine on My Mind collection. I traced and cut the paper, using an X-Acto knife to tidy up the edges. Afterward, I applied black ink to edge the tag. Note: Remember to punch the hole at the top of the tag before gluing the paper to the backside of the tag.

Afterward, I applied Stickles (Shamrock and Fruit Punch) to coat the top and backside chipboard pieces of the strawberry shaker. I set them aside to dry while i started to build the shaker portion of the tag and add the shaker elements. For the shaker elements, I incorporated resin strawberries, pink and red flowers, as well as red, green, and pink pearls from Queen & Co. Additionally, I included various green and silver beads. 

 

After adding the shaker elements, I carefully peeled off the protective layer from both sides of the acrylic pieces, making sure not to place it on any surface that could scratch it. I then glued one to the top layer of the strawberry on the front, and for the back acrylic piece, I attached it to the tag.

Finally, I adhered the top strawberry (the one with Stickles) onto the acrylic pieces (front and back). I embellished the tag with cheesecloth, die cuts, flowers, pearls, and colored and clear cabochons. To complete the tag, I added more cheesecloth and a pink ribbon for a finishing touch. I hope you feel inspired to create your own shaker tag for your creative projects. Thank you for checking it out!

 

~ Jennifer 

 

Clear Acrylic Tags

Hello and Happy July

Today I have the Clear_Scraps_Acrylic_Tag_Album

I really enjoyed playing with different elements, but I still wanted to keep them open so you can see through them.

So much fun for gifting and room to add a photo for memory keeping.

Halloween or Dia De Los Muertos

Spring Coffee Date

Summer Fun Day

A fun Day at the Beach 

This one I was thinking of a Coffee Date.

How fun would it be to send this to a friend or loved one with a Coffee gift card.

I had a fun Coffee themed Stickers set and a crepe paper Rosette and used Pops dots for some extra bling.

A Scrap piece of texture tule to add a fun penant or award feel.

This one would be a fun way to scrapbook a memory.

A special day at the park or riding around the block on a beautiful day.

There is plenty of room to place a selfie you snapped.

Again I had some fun puffy stickers in my stash.

I love to embellish with dots and other tiny elements to make the images pop.
I also had different trims in my stash that I think work perfectly.

On to a bit of Fall Fun

I had been gifted some X-ray films and had to go just a bit macabre but still wanted it to be fun.

I found flowers and some Sugar Skull Stickers a from a crafty friend.

I’m over the moon excited for how this one turned out.

Absolutely perfect for a Dia De Los Muertos Themed Event 

You could use these as fun Place Markers on A Table.

Or as Tiny decor pieces in little nooks and cranny spaces.

I used wet Glue to cover the Acrylic Tag with the X-ray film hoping it woul give it a cobweb look.

I cut around the tag to remove the excess X-ray film. Leaving the shape of the tag.

I find that for me working with Wet glue that dries clear works great.

Even hot glue but be careful these Clear_Scraps_Acrylic_Tags are not heat resistant so they will warp and melt with High Temperatures.

My Final Tag to share is probably my Favorite.

Mermaids and Beaches.

I used some stencils and modeling paste.

I had on purpose left some oxide inks on the stencils that I knew would integrate perfectly with the white modeling paste.

I love the fun hombre effect I got from it.

I had a mermaid paper collection, that I grabbed the cute mermaid girly from , and had the Rosettes in my stash ;from another wonderful friend ; that works perfect with this project.

I used teeny sand looking craft stones and other fun element I grabbed to give this a fun beachy feel.

I love how these all came out and hope you are inspired to have some crafty fun.

Have a Wonderful day 🩵

 

 

It's a Mediterranean Cutie Album

Hello crafty friends! It's CraftyScrapsByKel with you today. 😊 I have a fun project to share with you this month. I am playing with a mixed chip and acrylic album called the Cutie with adorable edges, it is a particularly cute album. And I brought out my alcohol inks, so hopefully I will inspire you to reach into your own stash and play along with me.

Here's a peek at the finished album

and what we start with:

Aren't the edges fabulous? This album is a mix of pages, so you can use techniques you may not ordinarily use. Pages front and back here:

So now for my inspiration...I had long admired this paper set from Mintay Papers entitled Mediterranean Heaven. It so captures the photos my parents took of that region from their travels. And because I wanted to play off of the deep sea images, I thought it was the perfect way to highlight a spray of inks on the acrylics. My thought was that it should look as though a wave leapt off the page and onto the album. So those scenes were my inspiration this month.

I started typically, by deciding which papers for which pages, tracing them and cutting with cutter bee scissors. Marking the holes to punch but not punching yet. Once I had planned the pages and where the ocean water acrylics would fall, I decided to see where I could tuck an extra mat, pocket and flip to expand the amount of photos I could feature.

I decided on this paper for the back of the acrylic pages, with mists on the front.

As I was reviewing my pages, I decided on a change for one of them.I decided I would do a peek a boo type of feature on the page with the lovely double door entrance. I decided I could use that to hide a large pocket behind and chose a gold foil to peak out between the open doors once cut. I handled that with an exacto knife and then delicately inked the edges.

And now time for the acrylics! I used a stamping mat and laid some paper down around for overflow sake, then carefully peeled my edges away.

I had three acrylic pages to do. I wanted to do a full blast on two and then just half on one of them. I chose Altenew Ink spray and Heidi Swapp gold metallic ink. I laid out my Altenew mat and just went for it. I then started my first timer. I wanted to add just a few dots of white to mimic the spray of the ocean.

 

So the first two acrylics I use the Altenew Ink spray only, and I am satisfied so set those aside to dry for a bit.

Now for the third page, I wanted to spray only half. I peeled down the protective film and used some washi tape for a border. I wanted some gold mixed in here and so used the Heidi Swapp metallic along with the ink and made it a bit finer. It turned out like this.

 

I did not use the Beacon to glue this page to the cardstock. I left it free standing so it revealed more of the design when flipped. Once all pages were sprayed initially, I set a timer to wait for initial drying time. I thought 90 minutes would do it.

So after about 90 minutes I went back to two pages and took out my Avery Elle white ink. Poured a small amount in a cup and really loaded a paint brush full with it. 

 

I then positioned my left hand above the two pages and tapped that hand to drop a few random dots. It’s a technique I’ve seen often on Instagram but hadn’t tried it for myself. And you know what—it’s as easy as it looks. Try it!

Once my splatter dots fully dried (I waited 24 hours), it was on to finishing. So I end up with pages looking like this and I think I’m ready to assemble with a few die cuts placed just here and there for accents.

But...when I was going through the flipped pages I decided I wanted a little peek of gold foil at the back and decided to cut a paper page to finish things off. I had a fuse ruler with a great edge that I thought complemented things nicely. A trace and a cut, a little doily on the front and back and now…I’m finished!

Here are the final pages. What do you think?

 

 

 

I’m happy 😊 I think that does it for June. Remember this has been the Cutie, a mixed chipboard and acrylic minialbum—definitely grab one for your scrapbooking stash. Please visit me at craftyscrapsbykel.com for even more mini albums. Happy Scrapping!

 

Kaleidoscope Envelope Album

Greetings fellow crafters,

I'm thrilled to introduce my latest creation to you all - a delightful new album crafted with the versatile chipboard envelope base and the vibrant Graphic 45 Kaleidoscope paper collection. This album bursts with lively colors, featuring an array of pockets, tags, and ample space for both photos and journaling. You can find the envelope chipboard album here.

Working with these chipboard envelope albums is an absolute joy, offering endless possibilities for capturing cherished memories. Each page was meticulously crafted; I meticulously traced, cut, and trimmed with precision using an X-Acto knife, ensuring clean and crisp edges. To add depth and dimension, I applied a touch of black ink to the edges of every element. Additionally, I carefully inked the edges of each tag, photo mat, and paper used for layering.

Embellishments play a pivotal role in bringing each page to life. I adorned every spread with charming chipboard pieces, delicate flowers, and whimsical ribbons, infusing personality and charm into every corner.

To add the finishing touch, I bound the album together with sturdy book rings. Each ring was lovingly decorated with an array of brightly colored ribbons, adding a playful and festive flair to the overall design.

 

I hope this album sparks inspiration within you, encouraging you to embark on your own creative journey in crafting mini albums.

~Jennifer

 

 

 

French Blue Vintage Mixable Lacey Album

Hi Craft Friends!

I'm Dana and I am excited to share a Vintage style album project today. I'm using Clear Scraps Mixable Lacey Album Click here 

And I'll also be using a Mixed Fancy chipboard Window embellishment Click here

The papers I chose to decorate my album today are from Frank Garcia's "French Blue" collection.  

This Mixable Lacey Album has both acrylic and chipboard pages. I recommend  peeling off the protective film from the acrylic pages, as you go along. You don't want to scratch your acrylic. To adhere my papers to my acrylic pages, I'm using a clear tape runner and I'm careful where to place my adhesive so it doesn't create any marks or globs of glue where you don't want it to show through. I'll also explain each album page as I go along.

Front cover: I applied some Prima Chalk Ink- Worn jeans, on the front right side of my album. Let dry.  See photo:

Now taking one of the patterned papers from the 8x8 paper pad, I cut to measure 3 & 1/4 x 8 inches. Trace and punch the holes before adhering your paper. I cut off a floral border strip and adhered on the left edge. Here's a photo:

I diecut  a vintage lady from one of the small Journaling cards, fussycut the dress form from a small tag card. I glued a tiny pink rose in the center. Next t I took a Tim Holtz metal frame and with my fingers, i applied some Gliding Wax in Silver over top of the raised areas on my frame. 

Glue your journal card to the backside of your frame. Then add some foam tape on the backside and adhere towards the top of your front cover. I glued a few Prima flowers on the upper right corner, with foam dots I adhered the dress form over top of the matching image and glued a chipboard sticker perfume bottle on the lower left corner. Here's a closeup look:

Page 1(back of front cover) I took a few small tags, scored 1/2 inch at the top

and waterfalled them  onto my page. I glued a chipboard sentiment sticker along the bottom. 

Page 3: I covered my chipboard page with a pink rose floral paper. I recommend using Beacon glue to adhere your papers to your chipboard. I trimmed away any excess paper from the edges, using my x-acto knife. You can take a Distress tool if needed and smooth any rough edges. I inked my papers with Tim Holtz Distress Ink Gathered Twigs, before adhering. At the top and bottom of my page, I glued a border strip. Then added a chipboard sticker sentiment on the top right corner. I took one of the ephemera tickets, stapled it and applied glue on 3 sides and adhered on my page. You can slip a photo underneath your ticket. Here's how my pages look. 

Here's a closeup photo:

Page 3: I covered my page with a floral paper and trimmed the edges as previously done. I tore a border strip and applied Distress Ink along the edges. I created a flip up page, 4x6 inches and scored 1/2 inch at the top. Then glued at the top of my page. I glued the two torn border strips on the top and bottom of my flip page. I took an ephemera envelope with the butterfly, and with foam dots on the back, I adhered the envelope onto the front of  my flip page. I added a photo underneath, glued a few small Prima flowers on the bottom right corner. Taking a strip of tickets I scored them and folded accordian style.

Then glued the bottom ticket to my page. Then paperclip the other tickets in place.

Page 4: I cut my patterned paper to measure 5 & 3/4 x 8 inches and adhered to my page. (Be sure to peel off the protective film and punch your holes before adhering your paper) I glued a small photo at the top. I took a ephemera card with the vintage lady and glued along the bottom edge at a slight angle. Then glued a pink wax seal on the bottom. Here's some photos:

Page 5: I decided not to add or cover up this page. I think it's so pretty as it is.

Page 6: I created a side flip page 7x8 inches. I glued some butterfly paper onto my album page. I added some pink trim to the top and bottom edges. With foam dots, I adhered a ephemera typewriter piece at the bottom. Underneath I added a photo, chipboard sentiment and with foam dots I adhered some fussycut letters. On the backside of my side flip page I glued a butterfly image from the paper pad. Here's how my pages turned out:

Another inside photo:

Page 7: I made a pocket page. My pocket measures 4 x 7 3/4 inches. I glued some white vintage trim along the top of my pocket. I cut out a small sentiment piece and adhered to the bottom left corner on my pocket, using foam dots. I tucked some journal cards inside my pocket. The vintage lady tag, I glued a silver heart button over the top hole on my tag. 

Page 8: I covered with paper. Glued some white trim on the left side.  I added a border strip on the right side. 

Now take your Clear Scraps Fancy chipboard Window and I applied some Chalk Ink- Pastel Brown on my window. At the top of the window, I applied some Gliding Wax in Gold. 

Glue your chipboard window to the bottom of your page. Taking a ephemera vintage lady piece, I added some foam tape to the back (to add dimension) then glued lady in front of my window. I glued a few Prima crystals on the edge of my album page. Then i glued a chipboard sentiment sticker at the top!

Here's some photos:

Acouple Closeups!

To finish my album, I tied some light blue and white tulle through the holes and tied into a knot. Here's my finished album:

Now your album is finished and you can enjoy for years to come. I think this album would make a great gift idea! I hope you've enjoyed this project as much as I have creating it for you.

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Until next time, Happy Crafting! 

Dana

Other Supplies Used: Frank Garcia's French Blue collection, foam tape and dots, Beacon glue, scoring board, xaco knife, Distress tool, Tim Holtz Distress Ink Gathered Twigs, clear tape runner, vintage trims, light blue and white tulle,Gliding Wax Silver and Gold, metal frame,Prima Flowers, and crystals

 

Little Bits Mini Album

Hello Crafty Friends! Tiffany here to take you through a South African food journey using the Little Bits Album. This album is super versatile and so much fun to decorate! I added a few flips and flaps, a waterfall, and an extra page. You can use rings, ribbon, or even jumbo shaped paper clips to bind the pages. I went with tear drop shaped jumbo paper clips I had in my stash. (All of my measurements are in inches). The completed walk thru and tutorial can be found on my YT Tiffany Crafting Like a Boss McGill 

Cover: Remove protective film. Use foam dots to adhere your cut apart and mini picture

Page 1: Remove protective film. Cut around your favorite picture and adhere with foam dots.

Page 2: Cover your page with your favorite scrapbook paper. I traced my page and cut around it. Then I inked the edges. Next, cut (1) piece of cardstock 2 1/8 x 3 5/8 Scored on the long side at ½ and one piece of white at 2 1/8 x 3 1/8.

Page 3: Cover the page with scrapbook paper. Cut (2) pieces of cardstock at 2 5/8 x 3 ½. Scored on the short side at ½. Adhere to the right and left side of the page, like a gate fold. Cut a white layer 3 1/8 x 3 1/8. *Your white layer may be bigger or smaller depending on where you place your flaps. Add white layer to cover the hinges.

Page 4: Extra page option: Cut (2) pieced of cardstock and (1) piece of chipboard to 3 ½ x 4 ½. Adhere cardstock to both sides of the chipboard. Round the top corners and use a fancy corner punch for the bottom corners. Cut (1) piece of cardstock 3 ¾ x 3 ½. Scored on the long side at ½.  Adhere flap to page BEFORE you add scrapbook paper. Add Scrap paper. Cut (1) Piece of cardstock at 2 1/8 x 3 5/8, scored on the long side at ½ .

 

Page 5: Adhere scrap paper. Cut (1) piece of cardstock 4 x 3 ½. Scored on the long side at ½. Cut into a triangle shape. Adhere flap BEFORE you add scrapbook paper. Add scrapbook paper.

Page 6: Remove protective film. Cut (1) piece of cardstock at 2 1/8 x 3 ½ (base piece-NO scoring). Cut (2) pieces of cardstock at 2 1/8 x 3 5/8. Score both pieces on the long side at ¼. Adhere the flaps to the base piece in a waterfall and then adhere the base to the acrylic piece.

 

Page 7: Remove protective film. Cut one piece of cardstock at 2 1/8 x 3 1/2.

Page 8: Add scrapbook paper. Cute (2) pieces of cardstock at 2 1/8 x 3 5/8. Scored on the long side at ½. Cut a white layer to 2 1/8 x 3 1/8. I used my white layer as a guide to add my flaps to the top and bottom of the page. If you want more space between your flaps, then make your white layer bigger.

    

Aesthetic Girls Memory dex card and box - final project

Hey, it's Jennifer with a continuation of a project I posted in March. I posted a few chipboard and acrylic memory dex cards using alcohol inks, aesthetic girl stickers, positive sayings and other embellishments. To complete this project, I used angle acrylic dividers, rounded chip dividers, regular chip dividers and the high DYI wood box. 

First I painted the box with brown chalk paint. I then grabbed some crackle paste and using a floral stencil, I added the paste to the sides of the box.

I just love how the paste slightly crackles to give a worn or vintage look. 

Next, I added some flowers and a saying to the front of the box.

For the rest of the dividers, I traced, cut and used an exacto knife to trim the edges after gluing the paper to the divider. For each divider I added pockets either to the top by gluing down sides and bottom only or by adding a pocket on the front of the divider. Next, I cut and tucked away little tags, photo mats and other fun embellishments for journaling and/or adding photos. I used the aesthetic girl stickers and Tim Holtz words/sayings on each divider. I finally embellished with flowers, stickers and/or ribbon.

Below are the dividers that I posted in March that go with this project s well. 

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I love how this project turned out. My plan is to use it when I need a positive saying and to journal and/or add a picture of something that made me happy that day. I will be adding more dividers as I work with this project. Thanks for stopping by and looking!!! Happy crafting.

~Jennifer