This weekend, while I was scrapbooking, I started wondering about something. Do most people reuse photos on their layouts? Often, I find myself going back and pulling a photo of one of my girls that I’ve used before to include it on a layout. Is this something that you do, or do you think it’s almost taboo? Reusing pictures is a strategy that I use often, and I’ll tell you why.A good picture is a good picture.Let’s face it, while we take a ton of pictures throughout the year, there are always going to be some that are true standouts. I can’t turn down a great picture, I just need to use it, and I like using it over and over. Why choose a picture that might not be so great instead of one that is awesome, just because I’ve used it before?I’m a moment scrapper.I don’t often scrap events, I spend my time scrapping moments and memories from our lives. This lends itself to a having … [Read more...]
Overcoming Mental Roadblocks to Scrapping
Have you ever had an idea in your mind you just couldn’t get over? An idea that prevented you from doing something else? That’s a mental roadblock – an idea that keeps you from doing something that you want to do. Personally, my head is full of mental roadblocks…tons of them. Today, I’ve put together the four most common mental roadblocks that keep us from scrapbooking, and I’ve come up with some ideas to help you overcome them. I’m so behind, I’ll never catch up – Yeah, know what else, neither will I. I've been scrapping for almost nine years, and there are still tons of things that I haven’t scrapped. I still haven’t finished scrapping our trip to Disney two years ago! One thing I learned is that if I want to get some scrapping done, I have to let go of this idea. Who cares if I’m behind? At least I’m doing some layouts, right? I just don’t know where to start – I’ve … [Read more...]
3 Tips for Mastering Clustering
A few weeks ago, I wrote a blog post about Clustering vs. Layering. I was amazed at the response to the article! So many people sharing which they prefer to do, and tips for each, it was truly awesome.One thing that I heard loud and clear is that some people wanted some tips on how to cluster. Today, I'm going to share with you the top three tips I use when I am clustering.Clusters work when they are anchored to something on the page - Clusters are often more effective when they are touching some other part of the page, maybe the photo, or even the edges of the layout. When the cluster is anchored, it appears to have more purpose on the page. On this page, you can see that my cluster is anchored to both the edge of the page and to one of the photos.Rule of Threes - The Rule of Threes is so prevalent in all design. When you are clustering, the rule of threes means that … [Read more...]
Hybrid Hand Towel
Hi Pad Peeps!! It's Katrina here today to share a tutorial on how to use your digital supplies to make custom hand towels for your kitchen, camper, or gifts (think ahead to Christmas!!). It's pretty easy, but I wouldn't recommend this as a kid friendly project, just for the hot iron. But they could always help you time the steps!Supplies you will need of this project are: Digital editing/printing program aka Photoshop for me! Cotton tea towel. I picked up a pack of two at a local craft store and used a coupon for a deal! Digital elements of your choice Inkjet printer Iron Inkjet Transfer Sheets (I used Therm O Web brand)You will want to wash and dry your towels before putting the transfer on them. This will get chemicals out of the towels and also if shrinkage happens, it won't affect your design.Start off by creating a document in Photoshop at … [Read more...]
Clustering vs. Layering: Knowing the Difference
Often, people use the digital scrapbooking terms “clustering” and “layering” interchangeably. Is this really true, though? Are clustering and layering the same digital scrapbooking technique?The answer is no, clustering and layering are not the same technique. In fact, they are two techniques that can provide very different looks on your layouts. In order to improve both techniques, first, we need to know the differences between them.ClusteringClustering is a technique that I use very often on my digital scrapbooking layouts. Clustering is the process of taking digital scrapbooking elements and arranging them into small clusters in different areas of your layout. For example, you might put a cluster of five different flowers at one of the corners of your layout. Clustering is also often achieved by combining a number of different elements into clusters on the page. … [Read more...]
Hybrid Inking Without The Mess
Hey there TLP fans! It's Katrina and I have a FUN technique for hybrid scrapbooking! The other night, Cheryl from Fiddle-Dee-Dee Designs hosted a live chat/scrap for the Pad. I had a little time to jump in and watch and I am so glad I did. She was using her new template, Blooming (Dressed Up) for her layout. I already have the template, so I was curious to see what she was going to do with it. I love her style to begin with, so I knew it would be something fabulous. After watching here is my layout that came inspired totally from her video chat! Video is at the bottom of this post, if you are interested in watching it!!!See those die cut flowers? Well, in her chat, she misted those for her digital layout with a misting brush. Which got me to thinking and talking in the chat with Courtney about a project. hmmm...wonder if I could do that with hybrid? Everyone was … [Read more...]