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…
Author: Esther
I’m a creative who pulls inspiration from all corners of life—both the joyful highs and the real-life moments that punch you in the gut. Honestly, I don’t think I can pin down a single scrapbooking style for myself, so let’s just go with eclectic. My layouts really depend on my mindset. If I’m in a deep, cerebral mood, you’ll likely see something chaotic and messy. If I’m more relaxed, it tends to come out clean, simple, and structured.
My brain is usually running on several channels at once, so it’s completely normal for me to be working on a digital layout, dabbling in a hybrid project, and getting messy with art journaling or mixed media—all at the same time.
Here are a few of my go-to tools: Digital: Adobe Photoshop CC + my MacBook; Photos: Canon Rebel or iPhone; Hybrid: Cricut Joy + sewing machine; Art Journaling: watercolors, stencils, and artsticks
And when it comes to embellishments—digital or physical—I’m always reaching for messy threads, ribbons, and Polaroids. Always the Polaroids.
Black and White with a POP of Color
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Fall Photo Prompts
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Polly Picks – Karen
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TLP Appy Saturday
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Welcome, September BYOC!
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September Challenges
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Trend Watch-Office Supplies
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Why I Use White Space on My Pocket Pages
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Back to School Photo Prompts
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Bon Appétit – Setting the table for family & friends
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Polly Picks-Trista
Trista is a genius with a printer, scissors and GLUE!! Then onto of it, and she can scrap beautifully also! I think this Polly Picks will inspire and perhaps even be a gentle nudge to try a whole new side…