The Distraction Dilemma
Hi Happy Scrappers! Â Wait, is it 9 p.m. already? Â How in the world is it so late? Â Where did the time go? How often does this happen to you: you sit down at your computer to get some work done….
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:Â Adobe Photoshop CC + my MacBook; Photos:Â Canon Rebel or iPhone; Hybrid:Â Cricut Joy + sewing machine; Art Journaling:Â 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.
Polly Pick – Krista Pearl
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Creating a Hybrid Layout: My Process
Hi, all! Sarah here! I’m so excited to share my process of creating a hybrid layout with you. Since I’m on creative teams, I almost always start with the product. For this layout I chose I Whaley Like You by…
Freeze! Using Shutter Speed with Summer Water Photos
Hi Happy Scrappers! Polly Liana here today with a few tips about how to use your camera’s shutter speed settings to create the best summer water photos. Â For those of us here in the Northern Hemisphere, ’tis the season for…
The Hybrid Variety Show – Doilies
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Trend Watch-Doilies
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Preparing to Capture Your Disney Vacation: Plan Your Approach
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Pocket Scrapping Art Journaling: Keeping it Simple
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July 2014 BYOC – Let’s Celebrate
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July Challenges
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Boredom Busters
Summer is in full swing, which means that the days are filled with very energetic children. We are forever trying to keep the littles entertained at our house. Having a schedule not only serves as a reminder of what is happening,…