Author: Vicky Wright

Paper Rose Studio | School Days Paper Collection | Mini Album

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G’Day Crafty Friends,

I have a mini 4 x 6 album to share with you today, created with the School Days 6 x 6 Paper Collection by Paper Rose Studio.  I will admit I had so much fun creating this album that I had to stop at 10 pages or I wouldn’t have space for photos.

There’s something so much fun about creating a mini album!  This 4″ x 6″ album may be small in size, but there’s plenty of room to add photos, memories and lots of gorgeous little details.

For this project, I wanted to create an album that was not only pretty to look at, but also fun and interactive to flip through.  Throughout the album you’ll find a mixture of interactive pages, a waterfall page, pockets and album sleeves, giving you lots of different places to add photos, journaling and special keepsakes.

One of my favourite things about mini albums is discovering something different as you turn each page.

I’ve adhered some of my die cuts inside the album sleeves and others directly onto the outside of the sleeves.  By mixing the placement, you create extra layers and dimension while still keeping the album nice and easy to flip through.

You can also tuck die cuts behind photos, have little embellishments peeking out of pockets, or allow pieces to overlap the edge of a sleeve for a more playful look.

Don’t feel that every page needs to follow the same design.  Part of the charm of a mini album is having lots of little surprises along the way.

Mix up your page layouts, add a hidden pocket here and there, create a fun flip-out or leave a little space for handwritten journaling.

I think this size album is such a lovely size for documenting a holiday, special celebration, family memories, a collection of favourite photos – or simply those everyday moments you don’t want to forget.

The best part is making it your own.  Play with your layers, experiment with your embellishments and add plenty of interactive details.

Most importantly, have fun creating your mini album and filling it with memories you’ll love looking back on!

Let’ Shop –

Love This Collection?

Feeling inspired to create your own mini album?  You can shop the collection and find all the beautiful papers, die cuts and coordinating goodies used to bring this project together.

Click the link below to shop the collection and start creating your own special project!

Take a Closer Look

Want to see all the little details and interactive elements in action?

Click the video link below for a full walk-through of the finished album.  I’ll take you through each page so you can get a closer look at the waterfall pages, pockets, album sleeves, layering and all those special finishing touches.

I hope it inspires you to create your own mini album!

Until next time – stay inspired & keep creating!

Vicky
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The Scrap Room | Violet Dreams Card Collection | 3Quarter Designs

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G’Day Crafty Friends,

Today I’m sharing three cards for all occasions created with the beautiful Violet Dreams Card Collection by 3Quarter Designs for The Scrap Room.

This collection is filled with gorgeous shades of purples and soft greens, all with a lovely, slightly vintage feel. The colours work so beautifully together and make it easy to create cards that feel soft, pretty and just a little bit romantic.

One of my favourite things about the Violet Dreams Collection is all the lovely die cuts included.  There are plenty of beautiful pieces to layer and cluster, making it easy to add lots of interest and dimension without needing a huge number of extra supplies.

For my three cards, I mixed and matched the patterned papers and die cuts, building up layers and letting all those gorgeous purples and greens do the work.  Each card has its own look, but they coordinate beautifully thanks to the collection’s colour palette and vintage-inspired details.

I kept the sentiments versatile so these cards can be tucked away in my stash and used for all sorts of occasions.  Sometimes it’s nice to have a few pretty cards ready to go when you need one!

If you love purple, soft florals, vintage touches and lots of beautiful layering pieces, Violet Dreams is such a fun collection to create with.

Thanks so much for stopping by, and I hope these three cards give you a little inspiration for your next cardmaking session!

Until next time – stay inspired & keep creating!

Vicky
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Pine Festivities Card Collection | The Scrap Room

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G’Day Friends,

Do you ever have leftover patterned papers and die cuts sitting on your desk after finishing a project?  Don’t pack them away just yet!  They can be the perfect starting point for a whole new set of cards.

For this card collection, I used the leftover papers and die cuts from my previous Pine Festivities Card Collection – 3Quarters Designs – project to create three quick and easy cards.  Instead of using the papers in the same way, I simply chopped them randomly in  different directions, giving each card its own unique look.

Three Cards, One Collection

Using the same coordinating papers and die cuts makes it really easy to create a collection of cards that look like they belong together, while changing the way you cut and arrange the pieces keeps each card interesting.

For the first card, I randomly chopped the patterned paper in a simple vertical design, adding a few of the leftover die-cut elements to finish it off.

The second card has a completely different layout.  By randomly chopping the remaining paper into smaller pieces and rearranging them back in order, I was able to create a fresh background without needing any additional patterned paper.

For the third card, I changed the direction by randomly chopping the paper horzontically.  Again, a single die cut & sentiment was all that was needed to bring the design together.

I love how a few simple changes can make the same collection of supplies look completely different!

The trick is to cut your leftovers in different ways — strips, rectangles, squares, angled pieces or even smaller panels — and experiment with how they look together.  You might be surprised at how many different cards you can create from just a few scraps.

Supplies – The Scrap Room

Want to recreate these cards & all your crafting essetntials?  Shop The Scrap Room by clicking on the graphic below.

I hope these cards inspire you to take another look at your leftover papers and die cuts before putting them away.  Sometimes the scraps from one project are the perfect beginning for the next one!

Until next time – stay inspired & keep creating!

Vicky
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2 Easy Scrapbook Pages | The Scrap Room | Simple Stories

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G’Day Crafty Friends,

I found a couple of old blank pages that I thought would be perfect to include in the album I’ve been creating.  Sometimes the simplest scrapbook pages are the most enjoyable to create. This easy 6 x 8 scrap page came together using a mix of scraps from the Simple Vintage Timeless Harmony Collection by Simple Stories, along with a few die cuts, Journal Bits and Brads for added interest.

I love using up those smaller pieces of patterned paper that are too pretty to throw away! Layering the scraps together creates a lovely patchwork-style background without needing to spend lots of time measuring and cutting.

Mix, Match & Layer

For this page, I kept things very relaxed.  Scraps of patterned paper were layered together with die cuts, journal pieces and brads, giving the page lots of little details to discover.

Some of the embellishments have been tucked inside the pockets, while others have been added to the outside of the pockets.  This creates different layers and adds a little dimension without making the page feel too busy.

Add Your Photos Your Way

One of my favourite things about this style of page is that the photos can be arranged however you wish.  You can move them around, swap them out or add as many or as few as you like.

Don’t be afraid to leave some spaces for journaling or embellishments, either.  A pocket doesn’t always need to hold a photograph — a little journal card, patterned paper or decorative piece can be just as effective.

Keep It Simple

There really is no right or wrong way to create this type of page.  Cut, layer, tuck and embellish until you’re happy with the result.

Supplies – The Scrap Room

Want to create your own Simple Vintage Timeless Harmony pages?  Shop the collection and all your scrapbook essentials at The Scrap Room Shop.

I hope you have enjoyed seeing all these pages come together as much as I’ve enjoyed creating them.  Over the next couple of weeks, I hope to do a video of the finished album & post it on my YouTube Channel.

Until next time – stay inspired & keep creating!

Vicky
Inspiring Heartfelt Creations, One Beautiful Layer at a Time

A Halloween Gift Box | Polkadoodles Crafts

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G’Day Crafty Friends,

It’s time to get spooky with a little Halloween fun for Digi Choosday !

Our theme this week is all about Halloween BUT Something for a Party – NOT a card!  I am just loving the themes for our Digi Choosdays – they are so much fun!

Halloween is the perfect excuse to get crafty and create something a little spooky — and today I’m sharing a terror-ific Halloween gift box that’s just the thing for filling with lollies, chocolates, treats and other spooky goodies!

A Little Bit Spooky… A Lot of Fun!

This little Halloween gift box is the perfect size for filling with your favourite treats.  Whether you’re making them for Halloween parties, trick-or-treaters, teachers, friends or simply as a fun surprise for someone special, these boxes are sure to bring a smile.

And of course, no Halloween project would be complete without a few cute and creepy characters!

Coloured with Copic Markers

For the focal image, I again used the Dracula Boo Digi Stamp  and coloured it with my Copic markers prior to fussy cutting part of the image.  Digital stamps are such a fun way to add a personalised touch to your projects — you can resize them to suit your project and print as many as you need.

Of course, the Halloween Trick or Treat Printable Papers Bundle 2 are so bright that they match perfectly with little Drac!

Fill It With Treats!

Once your box is assembled, all that’s left to do is fill it with goodies –

  • Mini chocolates
  • Lollies
  • Halloween-themed treats
  • Small toys or novelty items
  • A little handmade note or Halloween tag

You could even make a whole collection of these spooky boxes, using different colours and digital stamps to create a fun assortment.

Products Used

Ready to get crafty?  Head over to the shop to grab today’s featured products and have a peek at all the other lovely digi stamps, printable papers, sentiments and crafty goodies available — there’s plenty to inspire your next creative project!

I hope this Halloween Terror-ific Gift Box inspires you to get out your markers, grab some cardstock and create something spooky and sweet!

Don’t forget to stop by the blog for more inspiration.  We’d love to see what you create, so if you make something using any of Nikki’s product, be sure to share it with us.

Thanks so much for stopping by today.  I hope today’s project inspires you to dig through your stash to create a card of your own.

Until next time – stay inspired & keep creating!

Vicky
Inspiring Heartfelt Creations, One Beautiful Layer at a Time