I can't believe that this is the final month of Scrapbook Stamping at Two Peas in a Bucket. My third year-long class complete. Whew! Even though I won't be continuing this class at 2Peas in 2012, I will be offering similarly themed class(es) through other venues throughout this next year so stay tuned for more information on that after the first of the year!
Now, how about some scrapbook stamping?
This month we're focusing on creating your own stamped patterned paper using stamps, inks, mists, etc.
My favorite thing about this technique is that the possibilities are endless. You can create all kinds of custom patterned papers, using supplies you already have on hand, that perfectly match your photos and theme of your page.
p.s. My page is not all wonky lop-sided like you see here in the photo. There is actually a thin band of kraft showing all the way across the top of the page. Bad page photography at work here. Sorry about that!
December Sketch:
I really, really love the look of paper lines that incorporate color on kraft paper. Think Jiliibean Soup, American Crafts, My Mind's Eye, just to name a few.
The Jillibean Soup holiday line from 2010 is what really inspired me on this page. I wanted a kraft background with a snow theme and blue/pink/brown color combo but I didn't have anything like that on hand. Not to worry! With some Hero Arts stamps + kraft cardstock + spray mists I created my own patterned paper!
Here you can see a little peak at my stamped patterned paper peeking out at the bottom of the page where I punched a circle from the top layer (see video for how to). I thought this was the perfect place to add my title. A little different, a lot fun!
And even though the focus of the page was on creating the gorgeous stamped kraft patterned paper background, I couldn't resist stamping some matching embellishments to create this really cook snowflake heart border. Love how my accents perfectly match my page.
Close up of journaling. I did lightly add just a touch of Studio Calico White Mister Huey to my journaling. I love how that reinforces the "snowy" theme of my page.
I though Amy Tangerine's lovely fabric brad with the lace doily made a great "snowflake-looking" addition to my sticker phrase and journaling block.
p.s. I know that SC White Mister Huey has a hard time staying in stock. It is back in stock at Simon Says Stamp HERE!!!
HOW TO
SUPPLIES (click on photos for links):
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Additional Supplies:
- MME Fine & Dandy Tickled Pink & True Blue Banner Stickers
You can view the December Class, pdf handout and Video at 2Peas HERE.
Be sure to check out the entire 2011 Scrapbook Stamping Series at Two Peas in a Bucket HERE.
Don't forget to check out December's amazing, inspiring Guest Designer layouts by Stephanie Howell, Nicole Harper and April Foster HERE.
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If you love stamping on your scrapbook layouts and would like to see even more...
The Scrapbook Stamping Class I taught for The Spawn of True Scrap is now available for individual purchase for only $9.99!
You can purchase this class or any of the other incredible Spawn of True Scrap classes individually right HERE.
This is great opportunity if the True Scrap Event was outside of your budget or if you only wanted to pick up one or two classes. And at just $9.99, it would make a great stocking stuffer so put a bug in your significant other's ear (aka send them a LINK) and order up some inspiration for the holidays!
Here are some sneak peeks from the layouts included in this class:
My class focuses on stamping on your scrapbook page layouts, however all the ideas shared in the video can be adapted to cards as well. My theory on scrapbook stamping is simple: I love the creative freedom of customizing my layouts with stamping. I like to take simple elements, dress them up with some stamping and small embellishments (twine, brads, gems, buttons) and add them to my pages for creative, custom pieces that are unique and handmade and that accent my photos and the story I am telling.
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New Ali Edwards November Studio AE & December Daily Stamps IN STOCK at Simon Says Stamp!
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Here are some links to where I've used these stamp sets (please note that the December Daily Stamp Set has been updated from last year's stamp set with the "2011" stamps):
