Flower blossoms, insects, and more signs of springtime are filling the LilyPad store. Have you seen all the gorgeous spring kits there are to play with? My kids have been obsessed with puzzles lately. I decided a great way to encourage them to do more puzzles would be to create a puzzle for them. I took some of the beautiful spring kits in TLP store and did just that! My puzzles focused on a bumblebee and a butterfly because my kids are learning about the letter B. Puzzles are easily adaptable for kids of all ages, just based on the design. Let's get started on the tutorial!Supplies Needed:Spring Fling Paper Pack by Gina MillerBackyard Bugs by Jacque LarsenPuzzle TemplateChipboardSticker PaperScissors or Cutting MachinePaper Trimmer Open a 8.5 x 11 document in your photo editing software. Use the rectangle tool to create a square the size of … [Read more...]
Spring Project Parade – Part 2 of 3
We are back with the second edition of the Spring Project Parade. In case you missed it, the first leg of the parade is here. Now on to the parade showcase.First up Liana used Spring Romp by Kim Jensen to create this adorable Easter layout.We really love the blended photos as well as the whimsical touches from the Spring Romp papers.Next Susanne used Spring Is... Journal Cards by Pink Reptile Designs to create an adorable planner spread.Susanne says, "I used the journaling cards to create a hybrid planner spread. For the background I enlarged a journal card. The left side is decorated with other journal cards from the set, in Photoshop. On the right side I added a journal card which was also punched so I can turn it, which is a sweet detail."Cynthia used Rain, Rain: Painted Parts by Allison Pennington (and Bloom by Paislee Press) to create a stunning digital … [Read more...]
DIY Planner Dividers
Beautiful dividers are a must have in your planner these days. I prefer to make my own so I can customize them to match my planner. Today I have a tutorial explaining how easy this can be! This tutorial will address how to create these dividers using either a cutting machine or scissors.Supplies Needed: Storyteller 2016 :: Story Planner System A5 Calendar / Vertical / Inserts or Storyteller 2016 :: Story Planner System PERSONAL Calendar / Vertical / Inserts by Just Jaimee Dreamer Paper Pack by Just Jaimee Presentation Paper Cutting machine or scissors Adhesive Hole punch Laminator (optional)A quick note...in the exmaples I am using the a5 size. Only one divider will fit on a page for that side. If doing the Personal size you can fit two dividers on each page. Now let's get the crafting party started! Open Jaimee's divider templates in Silhouette Studio … [Read more...]
Halloween Enrichment Activity
Ghosts, pumpkins and monsters are prowling around the LilyPad store. Have you seen all the gorgeous Halloween kits there are to play with? Check out THIS SECTION of the store! All these awesome products got me thinking about when I was young and my teachers taught me some spoooooky Halloween poems and songs. One particular poem stood out in my head and I just knew I needed to make an enrichment activity for it! Join me in creating an activity for Five Little Pumpkins. Ghouls (ahem, children) of all ages will love this activity.Supplies Needed:Pick a Pumpkin by Kim JensenHayrides & Smiles: Build Your Own Jack o'Lantern by Allison PenningtonFantabulous Fall (doodles) by Kate HadfieldSketchbook Pages III by Kate HadfieldThe Witching Hour by The LilyPad(Retired)Presentation PaperScissor or Cutting MachineWords to the poem Five Little Pumpkins1. Using papers … [Read more...]
Halloween Project Parade Series: Part 1 of 3
Today we are introducing a new series on the blog, The Project Parade. Everyone loves a parade! We are behind the scenes strolling the virtual aisles of the Lilypad to showcase some products that will work perfectly for your next themed layout or project! We aren't just showing off what we create, we intend to give you tips and tricks along the way. This month it's all about Halloween! As you know, The Lilypad is filled to the brim with so many amazing products that it is impossible to put it all in one place. The parade will travel through each Wednesday and we hope to continue to inspire you to create. Now let's get this parade in motion.To start off the parade Farrah used Midnight Magick Labels by Amy Wolff to create some fun Halloween decor using items that you probably have lying around the house.Farrah's tip: Add potions to your decorations or party. Paint jars black, … [Read more...]
Going Hybrid on a budget!
Hello!!!!! Cynthia (MrsPeel) here. I hope everyone is well and enjoying the weekend!!!! I am really, really excited right now as I am going to share with you something I made, and guess what? It is not entirely digital!!!!! I know many of you have been hearing me say how much I admire the hybrid artists, how much I love how things look on paper….but how much I fear the lack of the "undo" button.I have been starting and quitting, starting and quitting… sound familiar? I know a few of you shared my habit of throwing half done paper stuff in the garbage. We would say in "the bin" here in England, but if you look at my use of the word "awesome" you will know I'm North Americanized a LOT! LOL So, bear with me, I know, I talk a lot too & I wonder of subject… age is showing!!! OK, back to what matters.I kept starting and quitting and then I realized the reason for my frustration: I will … [Read more...]