The Weekly sketch Wk4

Let It Snow This is guest scrapbooker Angela’s final layout for us.  Here’s what she says about it: “Light blue cardstock was used as the background and alternating patterned cardstock was used for the banner and photo matts.  The photo matts were chalked (same as Nature’s Bouquet) as well as the tabs which correspond to the opposite pages photo matts (if that makes sense).  In my opinion, I feel the stars should have been snowflakes to match the patterned cardstock, but it still worked.  Lettering was placed on the clean wooden discs then coloured with the ink pad, after then...

May 2024 Wk4 Exploring Texturing Techniques With a few simple techniques, you can transform ordinary surfaces into captivating backgrounds that beautifully complement your cherished memories.   Michelle’s layout has subtle distresses texturing around the printed paper edges, adding dimension and interest to the layout.  You can read below how to copy this technique, plus here’s a few extra ideas you can try   Distressing Give your pages a vintage, rustic flair with distressing techniques. Use sandpaper, distressing tools, or even your fingernail to gently roughen the edges of your paper and cardstock. This creates a worn, aged look that adds...