Last month we discussed the idea of pocket scrapping out of order and the freedom it can bring to the scrapping. The next question many people ask is, "How do you go about scrapping out of order?" Today I have a tip for you to get started pocket scrapping out of order. Although I primarily do hybrid pocket scrapping I believe this tip can work with digital pocket scrapping as well. Lets get started!Tip#1 : Edit and print your photos.I know this is a super simple tip, but let me explain how this can streamline your pocket scrapping process. I really like to edit my photos. I don't do a lot of editing to them but I still enjoy watching my pictures become the best they can be. However, when I have to edit my pictures then scrap those pictures, I've run out of time. Not only am I out of time but I find myself out of inspiration as well. I took this into consideration and … [Read more...]
Hybrid Tutorial: DIY washi tape part 2
Hello scrappers! I'm back with part two of the DIY washi tape series! Lets review quickly the three ways I will be displaying how to make your washi tape. Using Avery labels Using sticker paper Using digital washi tape on sticker paperIf you missed part 1 be sure and click on the link above to go back and learn about using Avery labels. Today we are going to learn about using sticker paper to create your own washi. One reason that I enjoy using sticker paper to make my washi tape is that I'm not limited by size. I can make a variety of widths of washi tape all on the same sheet of sticker paper. Let me show you how!1. Open up a 8.5″ x 11″ blank document in Photoshop.2. Open up several of your favorite digi papers and resize them. This is done so your patterns will be to scale on your washi tape. I used papers from Storyteller October 2014 - Extra Papers by … [Read more...]
Hybrid Tutorial: DIY washi tape part 1
Hello scrappers! Have you noticed that the trend of washi tape is still around and going strong? I love to use washi tape on my digi layouts and also my hybrid creations. However, washi tape is really hard to find in my area (for my hybrid creations) and I don't always want a huge roll when I do find some. Because of this I have started to make my own washi tape using digital supplies! I have found three ways to make washi tape. They are: Using Avery labels Using sticker paper Using digital washi tape on sticker paperOver the next couple of weeks I am going to do a tutorial on how to use each of these techniques to make do-it-yourself washi! I'll also provide an example of how I used the washi on a project of my own. All three techniques are useful in different ways, so I thought I would show how to use them in different ways. Lets get started on our tutorial!1. … [Read more...]
The FALL Hybrid Variety Show
This month we are celebrating the cooler temperatures of the fall season with a fall edition of the Hybrid Variety Show. The Lilypad is filled with some fabulous fall products. We know you will fall head over hills in love with all of fall inspired creations.Juliette created some gorgeous wall art using Equinox from One Little Bird. Karen created an adorable fall card using You Whoo! by Jacque Larsen. I created a mini album using some fun fall journal cards in the shop: Filler Notecards #9 by Gina Miller and All Toasty and Warm by Allison Pennington.While browsing the hybrid gallery I found some other adorable hybrid creations that are also fall themed. I just had to share them with you here. Hop on over to the gallery and leave these hybrid goddesses some well deserved love. First, Danielle created this uber cute and oh so foxy card using Autumn Happiness by Little … [Read more...]
School Printables with Lynne-Marie Designs
Fall is officially upon us. September is nearly over. If you are like me, this means you have embraced the new school year routine and are settling into the busy pace this time of year demands. We like to try and stay organized here at my house. I am a big list maker and planner. But Making lists, staying organized and sticking to schedules doesn't have to be boring!How many of you look to your ever expanding digi stash to create beautiful things outside of scrapbook layouts? I have to admit, I do not do it often enough. So, a few of us Creative Team members, for Lynne-Marie, put our heads together and created some fun organizational-friendly printables for school and life in general. Let's take a look:Karen loves to read and created the most adorable little bookmarks with the Evergreen collection. These would be darling for little beginning readers, adults and everyone in between! I … [Read more...]
Hybrid Tutorial: Create your own board game
The school year has begun and the big kids are off to school. The mornings are a bit chaotic but things quiet down after they head out the door. That is until my little three year old pipes up that she wants to go to school like the big kids. I of course found a way to oblige her. A few times a week we do school time together. I try to make this time together fun but educational. To spice things up I create activities to go along with what we are learning. One of my favorite activities to create are board games! These themed board are very simple to make but the really add some pizazz to learning. Today I'm going to share with you a brief tutorial on how to create your own board game!Supplies Needed:Sunday Morning Element Pack by Jacque LarsenFamily Tree by Kate HadfieldSketchbook Pages by Kate HadfieldPresentation paperScissorsGlue … [Read more...]