Mini Album Tags using Echo Park Bewitched

September 18, 2018 · by The Morning Scrapper

Good morning,

I am popping on here for a quick share of a couple tags I created for a design team project. I am working on a mini album and looking for different ways to incorporate the 4×4 cut a-parts from the Bewitched line from Echo Park. They didn’t do a full line with the usual accessories so I have only the 12×12 paper and sticker sheets ( not even a 6×6 pad) to decorate the graphic 45 mini album.

Time to get creative!

For my “Stay a Spell” tag I used one of the new Graphic 45 tag dies. These are great to cover their ready made tags but they are easy to piece and create from scratch as well. I put together some card stock and one of the 4×4 cut a-parts and ran them together through my Sizzix Big Shot.

To create the quick and simple glitter line I used 1/4 inch SCOR tape and Ivory Sands Pure Sheen from my Tonic Studios craft kit. The subtle shades of gold seem to work well with this collection! I finished up by using the Nuvo glitter gloss pen in clear to add a littler shimmer to the stars in the night sky.

For the Candy Tag, I used the same die and another 4×4 cut apart with card stock, pieced together in the die then ran it through. I then added the broom and candy stickers from the collection sticker sheet. Within minutes I had tags and another way to incorporate the cut a-parts into a mini album. I finished it with the Nuvo glitter gloss in clear on the dark purple candy and broom. It might be hard to see in these pictures.

I am hoping to be done with the album by the end of the week, so hopefully you will be back to see the completed video!

Thanks again for visiting,

Until next time…..

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Valentine’s Day Pillow Boxes

February 11, 2017 · by The Morning Scrapper

Good Morning,

Today I am revealing my prototypes for Valentines Day gifts for my son’s classroom. If you have been following along you know I, have been sharing a few different possibilities in the past couple of weeks. I finally came across something that has some substance but easy to mass produce and put together….the pillow boxes.

These can easily be made on the Silhouette with minimal gluing needed. When still flat the box measures 6.65 h x 6.417 w (Silhouette Cameo measurements). Once assembled the box measures 5 1/2 x 2 3/4. This file also comes with a large “Happy Valentine’s Day” tag to go on top. (See black and white box) I used some leftover Bella Blvd. thinking the black and white would show the lettering well but this is why we experiment. This is an example of the full cut file. Then I tried a couple of different things as well.

This file also comes with a large “Happy Valentine’s Day” tag to go on top. (See black and white box) I used some leftover Bella Blvd. thinking the black and white would show the lettering well but this is why we experiment. This is an example of the full cut file. Then I tried a couple of different things as well.

I love polka dots especially red and white, so for this one, I used an echo park dots and stripe 8×8 pad. The Happy Valentine’s Day is the cutout portion of the word from the Black and White box. To add a little something extra I tried adding my latest obsession, Tonic Studio’s Nuvo Crystal Drops in “white” to make an underline flourish. While I like the raised shiny look, my hand dexterity is not as skilled as my mind envisioned. I need to practice…but not on 50 some boxes.

The third box I did with some leftover Graphic 45 “Mon Amour” paper and tags. I have to say it is my favorite and will most likely be given to Hubby. I think the decorative base with the stronger colors looks good with this type of box and I like how the well the 3 x4 tag worked look on here.

In the end, I am leaning toward the idea of using Kraft with red baker’s twine and a tag. This way I won’t be as upset to see kids throwing away the boxes if its Kraft versus my Graphic 45 paper. I will do an update post once I decided on the paper and make them all.

Thanks for following along on Valentine’s Day Project Journey.

I always love to hear from everyone and their ideas.

Until next time…

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New Project: Graphic 45 /Bo Bunny Album for a Special Teacher

April 26, 2016 · by The Morning Scrapper

It is not often given how our current primary school systems works to find a teacher that is dedicated so wholeheartedly to teaching to different kids levels. It requires a ton of extra work. No pulling the same ole’ worksheets from previous years. A teacher who looks for content that is of interest to the current class and goes with them down a discovery path when the topic evolves. That kind of teacher is special!

While the class chips in to give a gift at the end of the year I wanted to do some a little more special since she has had both of my kids. Each time delivering education in ways that benefited them the best. Not every parent understands this, she gets push back for “not enough homework” or too much, I guess in a teacher’s life the adage of not being able to please all the people all time is a way of life.

She is also the type of teacher that expects nothings and appreciates everything she is given. One of our shared interest is photography, as she likes to document the highlights of the year with the students. Each class has their own collage board on display in her room, so cool! Past parents have given her a basic album, not too fancy just some photos on paper. While my idea is to make an interactive mini album, this worried me. What if she has enough of that or my work is awful? The mental negative messages continue to scroll through my brain, which is why the project is getting started now even though it seems early.

While I conquer my inner messages around giving a handmade gift made by me, not some amazingly talented other person; I am wondering is there anyone else out there who is making gift for their child’s teacher? Maybe you experienced a special teacher you wanted to make something for, how did that go? I hope you will share your story in comments, I would love to hear about it. Even if you want to share about a project that went wrong…I have had a few of those.

Here is the specifics of my album idea:

I am thinking of making it a 9 x 11 using Graphic 45 ABC primer mixed with Bo Bunny School Days, to add a little more color. The album is meant to encompass two years so I am hoping with the extra real estate on the pages she will be able to get in a ton of pictures.The plan is to do some waterfall pages and pull out picture folios like my last album.

Graphic 45 ABC primer

Bo Bunny School Days

The goal is to have something to share each week as I progress through the album along with any techniques or product I think is worth sharing. I hope you will join me on this next project and please share your experineces in making a gift for that special teacher.

Unitl next time…….

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Scrapbook page with Graphic 45 Raining Cats and Dogs Collection

April 2, 2016 · by The Morning Scrapper

Good Morning,

It has been a while since I have finished a layout. This particular one is about a trait our beloved “part-toddler-part-Australian Shepherd” has that drives us nuts. If left near any kind of clothing, bedding or towels she will work relentlessly to remove every last vestige of the tag. She even removed the tag from our mattress. No tag is safe in our house nor do any of us have any idea what a tag has ever done to her. However, I understand from one of the Breeders this “tag removal power” is strong in her family. Her father had it, Her half- brother has it and she has it!

It is particularly frustrating when trying to determine the size of our little one’s clothing. It is a guessing game that usually only reveals itself by him trying on the clothes….not a favorite pastime of our two-year old.

Of course, this impact on our daily lives along with her special powers to ferret out a tag from deep in the laundry basket needed to be documented. If you look closely in the picture you will see the tag to our bedding just under her fur and near her paw. She was caught in the act!

For this layout I used Graphic 45’s Raining Cats & Dogs. Pet collections lately have not been working well for me so it was with some hesitation that I used it. Turned out the turquoise in the collection, which gave me the most concern, worked well with her black fur. I used 11 separate pieces of paper on this one including some detail cutting for the girl with the umbrella. The different 6×6 papers were used for the picture mat and the journaling space. Along with my favorite paw print punch to highlight the picture.Given it is Graphic 45 paper, I feel more embellishment should on it but it was struggle with the larger picture (6×6) and the layers. I now have plenty of embellishment to figure out another project.

One thing about the creative process, it does not always come at the best times. At the last minute I decided that a base paper of black card stock would add the extra pop I needed for my picture. This meant trimming down the plaid paper which can be difficult with the weight of an almost finished layout, cutting such a fine line of 1/8th can be really hard for my trimmer. Instead I pulled out my scoring board, scored on the remaining three sides then carefully folded them under. This resulted in cleaner lines with enough dimension there is not a need to ink the edges. To adhere it to the black card stock I used 1/8th score tape on the edge of the folded edges (leave me a comment if that doesn’t make sense) and tape runner in the middle.

Tip: if you are making a last minute base paper changes that require a narrow cut (i.e. 1/8th of an inch) try using the score board and folding it under. This will give you even clean lines with slight dimension.

I always appreciate the visits and comments, thank you for taking the time to stop by my little space on the web.

Until next time……

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Mini Album using Graphic 45 Mon Amour

March 13, 2016 · by The Morning Scrapper

I loved working on this album. I didn’t make my personal deadline but, if I totaled up all my time, I would say it took me 1 ½ weeks. I will be making more in the future but for now, let’s get into this album…

The front cover is images from the 8×8 paper pad, and I added some Kaisercraft paper flowers….that I probably went a little overboard. The one thing I would do differently would be to add a hardware clasp to the front cover.

Front cover

If I had gone with making my binding, the spine would have been much larger to accommodate the most complex pages and bulk. But that is the fun of making your first one; you learn so much. I did some charms on the spine as I just love the look. I am not sure you can see, but I have some keys, hearts and wedding rings.

Opening the book up, The inside cover is a magnetic flap with a border die to make the make a softer edge. I added one of the journaling cards to have a space to put 4×6 pictures. Under that flap, the page opens up to a pocket that can hold more photos or notes.

Inside cover

page one with a pocket

On the opposite side and throughout the album I finished the edges using a die from Spellbinder’s Scallop Borders two. I liked the softer look given the romantic theme of this album.

On page one, I have a pocket with our anniversary date filled with tags from the “Pocket and Tags sheet.” This magnetic flap opens to another flap going the opposite way than an opening to another larger picture mat.

The next page is a pocket with pull out tags for notes or small pictures on the front and trimmed with a decorative filigree edge from the same Spellbinders set.

The decorative flap opens to a waterfall of pages for a lot of room for photos or notes each side is decorated with paper from the 6×6 pad.

I think this page is my favorite; I love the black and white along with the pattern paper. I used some Graphic 45 floss to finish the button.

I tried many different embellishments for this page but ultimately decided I like it plain.The top flap lifts up opening up to a pocket that holds a tri-fold and bi- fold for pictures. The pocket edge was made with the same dies but with it inverted.

pocket with tags

double pocket page

On the next page, I used a journaling tag to make a pocket, and the card opens for more picture space. Then the flap opens to another photo mat in a pocket. The opposite page I did a double pocket, I like having a place to tuck something in securely. There is a hidden spot for journaling as well. Can you find it?

I like the albums that have a side pocket feature as it can hold larger photo mats, so I knew I wanted to incorporate at least one in this album.

On this page, just did a 4×6 journaling card that opens up for pictures and a side pocket for a photo mat. The opposite side I went with a note/ letter theme. I used the pocket and tags to help convey the theme.

The next two pages are inspired by black and white engagement photos I thought would look good with these papers. I made pages with frames and then some…..

tri fold with a secret pocket

This top frame opens to the side to reveal another frame then lifts up to reveal a magnetic swing tab that hides another large picture spot. The opposite page is a triple fold idea with two frames, and a hidden pocket, all of that opens for another spot for pictures. The skinny narrow side opens up as well. On the top and side of this page are more built in pockets for larger photo mats. My inspiration went a little rampant on this page resulting in a bulging book but, it is one of my favorite pages.

This next page I am trying show all the flaps and flips plus a little surprise.This page has a new technique I tried out with a Stephanie Bernard flip it card. The layers of this page are difficult to see in a picture but now here is a bird’s eye view of the whole page.

The next page uses one of the tags from the chipboard sheet as a swing tag. This double closure opens up to a pocket and envelope styled photo mat.

On the last page, I did a straight basic flap style page with a little pocket and tag. The small flap opens up to reveal a larger one which opens to the photo mat with a pocket holding another bi-fold picture wallet. The final flap reveals a large spot for a bigger picture.

Lastly, the inside back cover I wanted a place to put extra photos or notes, so I did a large pocket with one of the large beautiful chipboard pieces. I popped up the center to give it a subtle dimensional look. Inside the pocket is a 4×6 folder covered with another one of the beautiful journaling cards.

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