Happy Day, Happy Day… BYOC is Here!
It’s the first BYOC of 2014 and it’s a Doozy. Â Yes, that is a real word, just ask anyone living in my Georgia town. Â Seriously, people… you just have to see it to believe it. Â The colors are to…
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.
Boredom Busters for the Kids
Thirteen days! My kids have been home from school for 13 days! I love them, I do, I do, but sometimes they need structure, like a building structure called school! Anne of Alamo here, mom of many, and I want…
How Do You Doodle?
Hello! Hello!  If you happened to visit the blog yesterday you read a little information about the incredible selection of doodles available at The Lilypad. Still, some of you might be wondering what to do. Hopefully this will help solve…
Doodle all the Day
Let’s talk about Doodles! I for one am a constant doodler. I draw all over my grocery lists. I doodle while I am chatting on the phone. I also sketch in my daily journal. Little doodles and hand drawn graffiti…
5 Tips for a Stress Free Holiday
It’s Christmas Eve and only one more sleep for the big event. For those that are tracking Santa check Norad for the latest updates. For some of our blog readers, tomorrow will be a busy day. By now, the gifts are wrapped…
Polly Picks: AmberR
It’s Polly Pick Time again and today we are going to get to know AmberR‘s style.  Amber’s gallery is so fun to look at.  Seriously, it’s like a visual feast.  Bright.  Colorful.  Full of life.  I just love her style. …
December Challenge Spotlight
Happy December everyone! Â It’s Polly Karen here bringing you the last Challenge Spotlight post of 2013. Â There are lots of fantastic pages from this month’s challenges, so I’m here to show you just a few of my favorites. 1….
Last Minute Hand Crafted Gifts
Hello!! I’ve been crazy busy with holiday events and planning. Truth be told, I wouldn’t have it any other way. This time of year I am always buzzing with excitement and ready to create some of the fun projects that…
Behind the Design: Rachel Young Designs
Hi all! Polly Jewelle here with another edition of Behind the Design. With a little bit of pleading and maybe a few bribes we got the designers here at the LilyPad to agree to show off their design spaces at…
Time for YOU
Christmas is a crazy time. Â We as moms, sisters, wives and coworkers are in the midst of pure insanity. Gift buying, family gatherings, school parties and office get togethers. Â The stress levels can really, really put you over the edge….
Trend Watch: Radiant Orchid
This week’s Trend Watch is a little different and I am super excited! As a total color and design nerd, this trend is right up my alley. Since 2000 the people at Pantone have selected a single color to represent…
Are You Ready for 2014?
Well, it’s a comin’… ready or not!  And I’m here to help you out a bit.  But before I do, are you taking advantage of the December Daily Deals? Today, your deal is 25% off Calendars.  WHAT?!  WAIT!  That’s…