Dot & Whimsy

Wednesday Greetings!

First up let me mention the newest collection on tap for 

I.love.this.

They've changed things up for the new year!  

I just received my design team box of this new release and I was 

tickled PINK to see adorable sticker sheets, washi and BUTTONS...

you know I love some buttons!

Be on the look-out for this collection of LOVE coming to your

favorite scrap stores soon :)

Now, onto my latest layout for 

This page features products from the October Scrapbook Kit

by The Paper Bakery!  Sarah also offers Mixed Media and Altered Project Kits

Tomorrow is CARDS day at Bella Blvd, so I'll be seeing you then :)

 **If you are here for the Paper Issues/Unity Blog Hop click here**

I'll be sharing my newest layout for 

THE PAPER BAKERY 

tomorrow, but I didn't realize that I didn't blog

about the mini album that I posted last week...oops!

 I've used the October Paper Bakery Scrapbook Kit and these adorable

house-shaped cut-outs from Michaels.  Seems to be the perfect size for minis, which

 are my first love when it comes to papercrafting…if I’m given a chance to do one, I do it LOL.

I used a Unity Stamp and I Top punch by Imaginisce in creating the

sun and clouds :)

 First, I simply trace the house pattern onto desired paper, trim out

and begin embellishing.  I also cut out a smaller photo/mat for each page.

 I like to incorporate my favorite paper punches...they're great for

layering and adding a unique look to your album. 

 Mini albums are a terrific way to showcase a special event in your life!

See more inspiration using the October Kit at the

Paper Bakery Blog!

And if you're in search for a kit club, then check out the

amazing project, mixed media and scrapbook kits available each month

 Goodnight!  Be back tomorrow :)

Hello!

Today is my very first post as a Design Team Member for

The October Scrapbook Kit, Welcome Home,  includes the new

 collection from Dear Lizzy...5th & Frolic, as well as 

Amy Tangerine's Ready, Set, Go!  This paper kit is just right for

any photos pertaining to home, love, family and happiness ♥

My project today is a 12x12 layout using one of the 

Ready, Set, Go! papers, stickers from the 5th & Frolic sticker booklet

and other embellishments from the October Kit.

 I took the 4x6 photo at the top and cropped the bottom two photos down so that
they would measure the same width across.

The kit also comes with this cool 1.5" chevron ribbon...it had me thinking "arrow" so
I cut one end into a point and the other into a dovetail.  I also pleated the ribbon just
a bit to give it more dimension and interest.

The icing on the cake is when you get to start adding the extra little bits.
You know I love the 'visual triangle', so I formed one using small punched circles
and a few flecks of shimmery ink spray (I used Fireworks Pear Tart by Tsukineko)

I applied the small banner stickers with a foam dot and then strung a bit of
baker's twine over the top.  Adding the bow at one end gives the appearance that
it's really suspended from the page :)

If you love Dear Lizzy and have been anticipating the release of 5th & Frolic, then
why not try The Paper Bakery if you haven't already :)  And there will be mixed
media kits available as well...all monthly kits coordinate beautifully together!
www.paperbakerykits.com
Blog: http://www.paperbakerykits.com/blog/

Back tomorrow with the.....(I'm excited about this one...)
AUTHENTIQUE & UNITY STAMP CO BLOG HOP
oh yeah!
Glad you came by!