The Weekly Sketch wk1

The power of negative space When creating a scrapbook layout, it’s easy to get excited about adding photos, embellishments, and decorations. However, leaving space on a page is just as important as the elements you choose to include. In guest scrapbooker Sarah's double-page layout, we see a great example of how leaving white space can enhance the overall composition.   The Power of Negative Space in Scrapbooking Areas left intentionally blank, allow your photos and journaling to breathe, preventing the page from feeling overcrowded. In Sarah’s layout, the balance between photos and open areas creates a calm and focused feel,...

I’m Sarah and I live in Berkshire but originally from Hampshire and still call Winchester my hometown.  I work full time as a PA so my work life is very busy, and I must be organised.  Perhaps that’s another reason I love my crafting because I can be quite chaotic when creating.  I’m widowed and my grown-up daughter Lily, lives with me and my son.  I love watching sport – Cricket, Football, Tennis, Formula 1, American Football etc all sorts.  The photo of me is one from when I went with my brother, nephew, and dad to visit the Tottenham...

Incorporating Elements from Other Hobbies Most of us don’t just stick to scrapbooking, we have a collection of creative hobbies that we dabble in. If you’re a card maker, a knitter, or a lover of mixed media, there’s a wealth of materials at your fingertips that can add unique texture and flair to your scrapbook layouts. One of the most exciting aspects of scrapbooking is the ability to personalise each page using a variety of materials. Sometimes, the best embellishments aren’t found in the scrapbooking aisle but come from other creative hobbies and pastimes! From knitting scraps to pieces from...