The Weekly sketch Wk3

Kelly has produced a beautifully clear and simple page, and a a striking title for her layout.  Titles are really important to give your reader an introduction to your page. Titles communicate the focus of the page: A clear and simple title tells the viewer what the focus of the page is, without overwhelming them with too much information. This can help them understand what the page is about at a glance. A title that is clear and simple is also easy to read, which is important when it comes to creating a visually appealing scrapbook. If the title is...

Angela has created this page layout using die cut shapes to make her title and decoration.  Die cut machines come in both manual and electric versions to suit your space and needs.  They can be a useful addition to your craft room and are available at different price points to suit your budget.  With a die cut machine, you can easily and cost effectively create titles, embellishments, and other decorative elements for your scrapbook pages, just using cardstock!  The added advantage is also that you can tailor make your embellishments to match your page colours, no more shopping for hours...

Let’s talk borders and what can they do for your page…. Borders can add visual interest and break up large areas of the page. They can help to guide the eye around the layout and draw attention to specific elements.  This double page layout features two types of borders. Borders can be used to define sections within the layout, such as separating a title or journaling block from the main photo.  Helen has used a narrow, inked border to add some meaningful words with a permanent pen.  I love how this adds interest but costs nothing to do, rather than...