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Tuesday, January 03, 2012

A layout to share

Anyone who visits my blog regularly know that I am a huge fan of Papertrey Ink's Make It Mondays. Well, this week, they're having a recap of all the MIMs from the last year-- we can go back and choose to make something using a technique that we missed. In looking back, there weren't very many that I'd missed (only the first 7 and then anything involving glitter or Copics.) So, seeing as I don't own any glitter or Copics (the reason I never did those challenges in the first place), I decided to tackle a few of the first challenges I missed.

I made this layout using two techniques: #5 (Distressing Edges) and #6 (Impression Plate Tricks 1):


I used Bazzill & PTI cardstock (scarlet jewel, rustic cream), Generations by Simple Stories patterned paper, Papertrey Ink stamps (Gratitude Journal), felt, impression plate (woodgrain) & dies (heart border, Mega Mat Stack #4, Heart Prints). The decorative brad is Bo Bunny.

When I ordered prints for my mini-album, I ordered some copies of my favourites to scrapbook. I took this photo last spring in the Pembina Valley.

Here's a close up of the impression plate technique, where you just impress a portion of the diecut:



I just love all the texture in this layout!

Thanks for looking!
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15 comments:

  1. Penny11:22 am

    What beautiful colors and layout! Wish I could sew like that, I'm so lacking in that area.

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  2. BethieJ11:58 am

    Leigh this is LOVELY!! A GREAT photo too!! I think I only did 3 or 4 MIMs.. so I have a BIG list to pick from! :)
    Happy New Year!

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  3. Deb12:05 pm

    This layout is gorgeous! You did awesome with the technique! That is one that I have yet to try.

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  4. Marybeth12:32 pm

    Very nice layout and very nice subtle distressed edges.

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  5. Joyce2:43 pm

    I love how you are using those techniques in your scrapbooks. I need some time to go through that list. there are a couple I know I missed and really wanted to watch.

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  6. Rebecca Deeprose3:39 pm

    Great scrapbook page! What a wonderful photo and you did it justice.

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  7. Kara5:36 pm

    Love the tones in this photo and layout!!

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  8. carol (krillsister)9:44 pm

    Gorgeous layout. I love all the elements you used.

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  9. Michelle Philippi9:12 am

    I love the Simple Stories paper too and love that you coordinated it with your pictures for a more rustic feel. Your stitching is a great heartfelt touch too.

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  10. glorygirl10:47 am

    Those colors are perfect for a home layout!

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  11. Mara Campbell10:55 am

    What lovely colors!! I like the colors and the way to altered the photo, very pretty together!

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  12. Lisa Elton1:36 pm

    So pretty Leigh...love the sepia tones and the great overall design!

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  13. Tracey McNeely4:43 pm

    Beautiful layout Leigh. All the textures and tones are breathtaking. Now you have sparked my guilt, I promised my NY Resolution wasn't going to be catchup on scrapping again, but...Happy New Year!

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  14. Suzanne Russell8:54 pm

    Love the layout, Leigh! Great colors and techniques all over it! Such a sweet picture of the kiddos. :-)

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  15. maryrose9:42 pm

    Lovely layout! that little house is such a sweet accent!

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