Scrapin n more

I appologize for the long time between posts. I thought everyone might appreciate a new sketch. Enjoy.

** Note: Due to a death in the family I will be
unable to post for a few days.

I have tried to stamp, and tried again, and of course a third time n more. What’s the term they use? Oh yea, glutton for punishment. I think I might fit that description pretty well when it comes to stamping.

Though I normally love posting photos and examples, I am too embarrassed to show you my stamping projects. Suffice it to say they don’t really mesh.

I am not sure if I need inspiration, further instructions, one on one time or if I should shoot in the towel. I think part of the issue however, is the time it can take to do a really good stamping image or design. I can’t seem to find the time or patience to put that much effort into it. I just want to stamp it and be done! Coloring in all the intricate lines is really not my style.

So at the risk of being a scrapbook outcast (Hey I need to start a group with that name) I think I need to stick with just letter stamps or using them for cards. (We will see how long that lasts…)

Vellum

What is Vellum?

Vellum is a transparent scrapbook paper that comes in multiple colors.

What can it be used for?

Vellum is great for journaling on top of your paper, creating tags, envelopes and more.

How does it attach to my page?

The challenge with vellum is attaching it so that you cannot see your adhesive.

There are multiple ways including these:

Brads
Eyelets
Vellum Adhesive
Put under a piece of patterned paper
Put under a piece of fabric
Photo corners
Flowers
Staples
Xyron machine
Ribbon

On this layout the journaling is printed on the vellum. It was attached using eyelets

Walk in Park

Sketches

What are sketches?

Sketches are an outline of how your scrapbook pages or cards will be layed out.

Why should I use a sketch?

Sketches save you time because the layout is already planned out for you. You do not have to worry if it looks designed well on the paper because the sketch easily lays out the elements for you.

Sketches are great if you are stuck and need some inspiration, or for everyday scrapbooking to create layouts efficiently. Why spend time designing a good layout for your page, when instead you could be scrapbooking those photos?

Where can I find sketches?

How do I make my own sketches?

There is the old fashion way or drawing on on a piece of paper; however, if you are more of a computer person like myself you may like the digital way better.

After spending a lot of time searching the internet to find a step by step guide to create sketches I still came up blank. I have since experimented with making my own sketches that I will be sharing on my blog, but I also decided to design a tutorial to help you make your own.

Making Sketches with Paint Shop Pro

Click on each image for a detailed view

1. Creating a new image

2. Using the flood fill tool to color your image

3. Using the swatches side bar to fill in your color

4. Selecting a shape for your images

5. Coloring in a shape

6. Inputting text

7. Changing font size

8. Basic sketch completed

This should get you started and once you are confortable their are many other colors, patterns
and elements you can try.

Photo Collages

A photo collage is a great way to utilize more of your photographs on
a layout.