Chalkboard isn't just for school anymore! In fact, you can barely find them in schools these days, but it's a huge trend in home decor and photography. The trend has made its way to digital scrapbooking as well. Chalkboard is both versatile and fun to use. Let's take a look at The Lilypad inspiration, all of which is 20% off in the shop until October 7th.Although you're more likely to find a smart board in the school room these days, chalkboard is still a great choice for evoking that scholarly feeling on your layouts. For a more simple take on the trend, try a journal card. It's a quick and easy way to incorporate chalkboard onto your page. Alternatively, a full page of chalkboard is a fun and dynamic canvas for school layouts.As chalkboard word art has proliferated across Pinterest, it's become very trendy for everyday use. Take a look at these wonderful daily life spreads that … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2013
The Pad is Going Mobile!
It's Here! It's finally Here! The Lilypad has gone MOBILE! And it is so stinkin' fun!Today is the debut of a brand new line of mobile ready fonts. Well, technically, they are dingbats or doodles but no matter what you call them, you will have to check them out! Just look at these super cool products from our creative designers. They are versatile and easy to use. teen scene | The Bubbles For The Talking | Butterfly Kisses | lil'snippies: hashtags | ramblings | note taker no.1 You can download them directly to your smartphone for use in any program that supports TTF, such as Phonto (iTunes/GooglePlay), Over or LetterGlow. If you remember, we talked a little about Phonto in an earlier blog post. I personally think it's the easiest of the apps to use, but I know some folks swear by the others.If you chose Phonto (which is for iPhone or Android) or Over, you can … [Read more...]
Gallery Finds
Hey scrappers! Have you all been looking at the TLP gallery lately?! It is on fire! Layouts are pouring in all the time, and they all are amazing! I've been poking around in there again and found a few layouts I wanted to share with all of you. Sit back and enjoy these beautiful pages.The Running Child by alb52LOVE by RaquelSRemember this by CarolescrapIrritating by lousoForever by loves2scrapFirst Day of Pre-K by TeresaDominic by ksbellaBat Boy Adventure by EllieWeek 35 Right Side by Adowcorn maze by mollycInspiring layouts aren't they?! These are only a few of the amazing layouts I've been seeing in the gallery. To see more inspiring layouts pop on over to the TLP gallery.~Jewelle{aka mrspotts} … [Read more...]
Polly Picks – Julie Barriball
This week's installment of Polly Picks features white space master, Julie Barriball (mrs2a50). Julie is one of the original creative team members and a much-beloved Polly. Her distinctive pages nearly always feature her very special Weimaraners, Roxy and Aspen. Julie's pages have a very crisp, clean design that allows her photos to shine. She typically starts with a neutral background paper and a white frame as the base for her pages. Julie has a love affair with ribbons and string, which she uses to add a pop of color to her beautiful layouts. Dip into an extensive digi flower stash, choose some word art for title work and you have Julie Barriball style! Shop Julie’s style at 20% off through September 30th.Here's Julie in her own words: "I live in eastern Washington and have been married for almost 20 years. After over 18 years as a paralegal, I switched focus and am now an … [Read more...]
September Challenge Spotlight
Happy fall everyone! It's Polly Karen here bringing you another challenge spotlight post where I get to pick out just a few of the amazing layouts created for our 7 monthly challenges. I always love doing this post and looking through everyone's creations. Let's dive into the pile of amazing pages! 1. Random Challenge - Scrap a recent adventure:by Katydid: by lorryfach: by goodtexan: 2. Scraplift Challenge - Scraplift Peppermint:by lauracw: by Trista: by Nettie_B: 3. Product Challenge - Use at least 3 frames:by Meibritt: by JenEm: by AnalogPaper: 4. Journaling Challenge - Scrap about your favorite time of day:by Nixenkind: by … [Read more...]
Trend Watch – Mist
Are you ready for another installment of Trend Watch!? This week's focus is mist. Mist can be used in such a wide variety of ways, from title work to simple paint accents to a full page. The Lilypad shop has many different takes on mist; you can shop them in the Trend Watch - Mist category at 20% off this week.If you're new to mist, one of the easiest ways to use it on your pages is in title work. Mist alphas can add a touch of artsy flair or a fun pop of color on your layout. Other ideas include using an alpha as a monogram on a journaling card or using letters randomly at the edge of your page for a fun misted border.Mists also make the perfect colorful anchor in your page composition. Layer your photos and other elements over mixed sprays for a dramatic focal point. On the other hand, you can add a small touch of misting to your pages to add a little detail. Mist is also … [Read more...]