Visual Triangles
Hello everyone! We are coming to the end of the first week of MOC (Month of Challenges) and hope everyone is having a good time and feeling inspired by all of the challenges. I have a quick design tip for…
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.
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December Challenge Spotlight
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Book List Mania
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Duplicating a Framed Photo
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‘Twas the Night Before Christmas – Scrapbook Style
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Well Hello, December M3!
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Introducing The Newest Polly: ArmyGrl
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Mono-Texture in Photoshop
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Template Tuesday | December Challenge Template
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Sparkle Up Your Gifts This Season: Hybrid Gift Tags
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