Journal Pad: Holstee Manifesto
We are starting a new journaling series at the Pad called Journal Pad. We will highlight a poem, quote, poster, photo, etc in hopes of inspiring you to journal more, to tell your story, to leave a legacy. Have you…
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.
Snappin’ Sunday: Dark Circles be Gone
I love Photoshop. With a few quick brush strokes, I can be skinny, have perfect skin, the brightest eyes and the whitest teeth. Wouldn’t it be nice if we could brush our flaws away as easily in real life?  Today…
April BYOC!
Exciting times at The Lilypad! Not only is it time for April’s BYOC but we’re also having a store wide sale that you won’t want to miss. What could make it even better? Well that would be our guest designer…
March Lyrical: The Background Music
Have you ever noticed how there’s always music playing for touching, exciting, dramatic, or even intense moments in movies.? Where’s the music in our real life moments? Can you hear the background music during your own adventures and moments… can…
Tadpole Tuesday 3/29
It’s Tadpole Tuesday again Lilypad Lovers! Here are our $1 deals this week.
Favorites – Website Edition
Happy Sunday everyone! Tiki here. Are you totally dependent on the Internet like me? I use the Internet to keep tracks of books I read, find answers to medical questions, organize recipes, socialize with friends, buy products, find inspiration and…
Froggy Friday 3/25 & Something Exciting!
Happy Friday everyone!  You all know our designers always have fabulous new goodies for you on Friday so let’s get right to it! As always, new Froggy Friday products are 20% off through the weekend! Now… have you seen THIS?!…….
Spring Layouts
Spring is one of my favorite times of year. There’s just something about seeing grass turn green after being brown for months, seeing flowers grow and bloom. Here are a few pages I found in the gallery that celebrate spring….
Snappin’ Sunday: A New Perspective
Snapping pictures of my children is a huge passion in my life, but let’s be honest – sometimes they get tired of it and sometimes I get tired of the same old poses/pictures. One way to add variety to your…
Froggy Friday – 3/18
Hi everyone! I’m so excited that another fabulous Friday has rolled around! Who doesn’t love a day where you can grab new goodies on sale at The Lilypad…. right? Check out what our magnificent designers have in store for you…
Tips & Tricks: Rounded Corners
Rounded corners. They are a classic look, aren’t they? I don’t think they will ever go out of style. I did it when I paper scrapped to soften up a page, and I continue to use them every now and…
Tadpole Tuesday and Wibbit Wednesday
Tadpole Tuesday has been extended 24 hours for your shopping convenience. Here are the new designs: There’s more! Look at all the goodies available for 50% off for this week’s Wibbit Wednesday! Happy Shopping!