Some Vintage Vogue to Share!!!

Since Collage Press and Pink Paislee have joined forces, I have been in serious love with each of their collections! One of my favorites has been Vintage Vogue. The papers are gorgeous; the colours are divine; the patterns are versatile and best of all??? their accents are just too cute to pass up!

Here are a couple of my projects using Vintage Vogue - one which captures a certain tween's sleepover birthday party...:-)

And a fresh take on Christmas photos...

With a close-up of that beautiful aubergine gem in the trinket pack!

And a close-up of the paper swatches!

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P.S. These sketches are based on the lovely Val Salmon's Got Sketch? sketches!

Another Got Sketch? Sketch!

I have been a bad blogger lately - my sincerest apologies! Basically I have been snowed under with life really, first there was the Regional Destination ImagiNation tournament, then the Grande Prairie Affiliate tournament, my surgery and now we are off to Global Finals for Destination ImagiNation in Knoxville, Tennessee! Oy! What a busy month March has been :-)

Here is a fabulous sketch Valerie Salmon did for Pink Paislee. I love it and find it so versatile.

Supplies:  BoBunny (pattern paper, alphas, chipboard accents, trinkets); BasicGrey (alphas); Maya Road (chipboard banner shapes); Tattered Angels glimmer mist; ribbon (source unknown); Stampin' Up (notebook punch); WRMK Chomper; Versamagic Chalk

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Got Sketch #139

Sketch #139 is the introductory sketch in Val's Got Sketch 107 class. The sketch is

I interpreted the sketch as follows

Supplies:  Bazzill (cardstock); BoBunny (pattern paper, chipboard, alphas, border stickers); WRMK Chomper; Queen & Co (pearls); stitching

Close-up of the border sticker with the pearls.

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Scrapbooks etc. - Got Sketch #15

One of the coolest things being a Got Sketch Girl is being able to create layouts for Scrapbooks etc blog. First of all, I love Val's sketches and having them posted on the Scrapbooks etc blog is literally a big giant rush!

Here is one of the quickest sketches I have ever created from...and gosh is it ever versatile!

Supplies:  Bazzill (cardstock); Pink Paislee (pattern paper, die cuts, dimensional stickers); Maya Road (transparent snowflakes); May Arts (twine); stitching; WRMK Chomper

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Got Sketch #126

Got Sketch #126 is fabulous - it really pushed me out of my comfort zone. I am a person who is seriously addicted to pattern paper. Knowing I needed to keep my pattern paper quantities at a minimum had a me momentarily paralyzed. This sketch made me think of how I construct my layouts; I learned alot about my creative methods in the process.

My sketch interpretations are below.

Supplies:  Close to my Heart (blue and white cardstock); Bazzill (brown cardstock); Little Yellow Bicycle (pattern paper, fabric banner, fabric border, chipboard accents), American Crafts (alphas); ribbon; Kaisercraft (pearls)

Supplies:  Close to my Heart (cardstock); Urban Lily (pattern paper); twine (May Arts); American Crafts (alphas, pen); WRMK (corner chomper); Kaisercraft (pearls)

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Wow! Another 2-Pager!

These days my scrappy time is limited; consequently I infrequently create 2-pagers. I know, I know, not a great excuse but I have no idea why I do not pick create alot of 2-pagers???

Having said that, Valerie Salmon of Got Sketch whipped up this fantastic 2-page sketch that I absolutely could not resist interpreting.

Supplies:  Close to my Heart (purple cardstock); BasicGrey (pattern paper, chipboard accents, chipboard alphas, die cut stickers, rub ons); stitching

Hope you like it!

Got Sketch #122

I wanted to share my interpretation of Sketch #122 from Valerie Salmon. It was a challenge for me but once I got going, everything just fell into place.

Supplies: Close to my Heart (cardstock); BoBunny (pattern paper, conversation bubbles, alphas, die cuts); WRMK (chomper)

Thanks for dropping by and letting me share!

Scrapbooks etc. - Got Sketch Lucky #13

I was very fortunate to participate in Valerie Salmon's Lucky #13 sketch for Scrapbooks etc. You can find the blog post here.

This is the sketch -

Isn't it just darling? I thought so too and I was excited to scrap it the minute Valerie posted it for the team. This layout was posted on the Scrapbooks etc. blog.

Supplies:  Pink Paislee (pattern paper, rhinestone); Prima (gems, alphas "Just be"); American Crafts (pen for stitching, alphas for "natural"); WRMK (chomper)

A couple of close-ups...

Well, I loved the sketch so much I decided to make another version of it...so I rotated the sketch and created this...

Supplies:  Bazzill (cardstock); Simple Stories (pattern paper, die cut stickers, alphas); WRMK (chomper); stitching; Versamagic (liquid chalk)

Here is a close-up of the die cut stickers collage-

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Got Sketch #137

It has been awhile since I have whipped up a 2-pager but this sketch from Valerie Salmon inspired me to step outside of my box!

Supplies:  Close to my Heart (white and royal blue cardstock); Echo Park (pattern paper, die cut stickers, alphas);  EK Success (border punch); stitching

And a couple of close-ups...

Please go to Valerie Salmon's blog to see what my Team Members created with her sketch!

Hollydaze with Got Sketch!

Have you started scrapping your Christmas vacation photos? Well, I haven't started either; these photos were taken 2 years ago - yikes! However I used a fabulous Scrap Shotz December monthly kit and a Valerie Salmon (Got Sketch?) sketch, specifically Sketch #104 and whipped this up in under an hour! Can you believe it? I could not either!

Supplies:  Bazzill (cardstock); Simple Stories (pattern paper, die cut stickers, alphas, mini alphas); May Arts (twine); Close to my Heart (red gems): Versamagic (chalk ink); Copic (black spica)

To add texture and dimension, I raised the photos and some of the pattern paper circles. As well, I "decorated" the die cut sticker trees.

Close-ups of the layout...

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Got Sketch? #132

As you know, I love Valerie Salmon's sketches - their versatility cannot be beat! Here is my interpretation of Sketch #132.

Supplies:  Bazzill (cardstock); Authentique (pattern papers, brads); EK Success border punch; Heidi Swapp (black gem oval); Tattered Angels glimmer mist; Clearsnap Smooch Spritz; Goosebumps; American Crafts (alphas); stitching

Oh and I must share one of the newest products I am working with from Scrap Shotz - it is the Prima Printery Canvas Resist accents! They are fabulous - here is a quick tutorial on how I created a custom complementary look for my layout. 

To blend the canvas accent with the Authentique papers (September Scrap Shotz kit), I used Tattered Angels (denim, Irridescent gold, sand) and the Clear Snap Smooch (Navy Twinkle) Spritz to initially colour the floral bouquet. After it dried, I liberally sprayed it with Tattered Angels pearl mist and a touch of Goosebumps. Then I added some Kaiser pearls for dimension.

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Pinch Me!

As you loyal blog readers no doubt know, I am a big fan of Valerie Salmon's sketch from the Got Sketch blog. Over the years I have been blessed with the opportunity of creating interpretations of her sketches. And today, Valerie announced her design team! Check out this blog post!

That is me! I am thrilled and honoured to be working for Valerie and with this amazing group of women. Each member is lovely beyond belief and uber talented! Thank you for the opportunity Valerie!

On another note, I know my blog posts have been a bit sporadic *blush* The reason is I went back to work - gulp, Corporate America, yup! It has really shaken things up in our household. To add to the mix, Madison was injured at school, resulting in surgery and a cast for the next 12 weeks. We are still working to find our new normal  - so I do apologize for being sporadic!

Having said all this, I will be back in earnest next week as I have oodles of projects to share!

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Club Got Sketch #3

While I have not been blogging much lately, it doesn't mean that I haven't been scrapping! I have been everything in minimum mode it seems...oy! However with summer coming and lazier days, I'll be back at it even more.


So I'd like to post a few more interpretations of Valerie Salmon's Club Got Sketch challenges.  I love that lady so darn much - she is so talented, so gorgeous and SO nice!


Here is my interpretation of Club Got Sketch #3.

Supplies:  Echo Park (pattern paper, die cut stickers, alphas); Close to my Heart (cardstock, floss); stitching

And a detail shot of the layout...I love dimension on a layout!

This sketch inspired me SO much that I did a second layout for the sketch shown below.

Supplies:  Sassafras (pattern papers, borders); Spellbinders (cupcake die/embosser folder); Ranger (pearl accents); American Crafts (thickers); Close to my Heart (cardstock)

And a detail shot of this layout...

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Club Got Sketch

Have you ever taken an online class? Online classes are SO convenient as you get to work at your own pace at whatever time you want. As well, some classes let you take the class WHEN you find the time - that is BIG for a busy Mom like me! So, what could be more nourishing for the soul than a scrapbooking class??? or a photography class????

Well, give Valerie Salmon Club Got Sketch class a whirl. Here is my interpretation of the pre-class sketch!

Supplies:  Close to my Heart (cardstock); My Little Shoebox (pattern papers, glitter alphas, die cut stickers, border strips); Tim Holtz (die); American Crafts (pen for stitching); Prima (butterfly)

And here a couple of close-up shots

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Got Sketch #112

Here is another sketch interpretation from the uber talented Valerie Salmon. This layout tells about the unexpected and oh so appreciated birthday wish and visit from Uncle P!

Supplies:  Bazzill (pink scallop cardstock); Echo Park (pattern papers, die cut journal spot, cardstock stickers, alpha stickers); Heidi Swapp (large number 5); American Crafts (pen)

Here is a few close-ups - don't you just love pop-dots???

The Echo Park banners are THE best!

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Got Sketch? #110

Here is Got Sketch? #110's interpretation! As I have gushed about in previous posts, I love love love Valerie Salmon's sketches. The versatility is amazing and #110 is no exception. 

These pictures were taken on a Snow Day last year. The snow was heavily falling. It was wet; the flakes were huge and it was perfect for making snow angels and snowmen. That is exactly what Danielle and her friend Payton did...make snow angels and enjoy the snow that only two 5-year olds can do! Here is a snapshot of that very special day!

Supplies:  Close to my Heart (grey cardstock); SEI (pattern papers, alphas, die cut journal spot); KI Memories (snowflake lace paper); Provocraft (Cuttlebug Snowflake die); Tattered Angels (glimmer mist); Prima (pearls, gem flourishes); American Crafts (pen for journaling); Versamagic (chalk ink); stitching

Thanks for visiting my blog!

Got Sketch? #109

Got Sketch? #109 was uber versatile. I modified the sketch slightly to accommodate my scrappy style and to show off the Echo Park pattern papers.

I have loved always loved this photo. The colours are vibrant and gorgeous and the photo is plain striking to me. Well, the Echo Park Wintertime papers could not be a more perfect match with my photo. (Incidentally these Echo Park papers were the December Scrap Shotz kit - delicious and yummy!)

Supplies:  Bazzill (cardstock); Echo Park (pattern papers, die cut phrases, journal spot, die cut stickers); BoBunny dimensional snowflake stickers); American Crafts (pen for journaling); Versamagic (chalk ink)

Enjoy your day!

Got Sketch? #99

Some days I can't remember whether I am coming or going! Do you have days like that??? Well, I forgot I created this layout for Got Sketch? #99. Again, I loved the sketch SO much that I made 2 interpretations.

Interpretation #1 - my first reaction was to dig into the BoBunny mini kit from Scrap Shotz. (I totally loved it!!!)

Supplies:  Close to my Heart (cardstock); Bo Bunny (pattern paper, chipboard embellishments, die cut papers); BasicGrey (alphas); American Crafts (pen for journaling and stitching) - created using a Scrap Shotz mini kit. 

Here is my 2nd interpretation...

Close-ups...

Supplies:  Bazzill (cardstock); Echo Park (pattern paper, stickers, alphas); Basic Grey (chipboard elements); American Crafts (pen for journaling)

ETA: I love love love Echo Park papers! Echo Park always includes a little something-something that takes its collections from awesome to outta-this-world! In this case, who doesn't love the banner? or the little hearts? or those cute alphas???? OK you get the picture, I have a *crush* on Echo Park!

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Got Sketch? #106

I love love love Valerie Salmon sketches! Sketch #106 was no exception - in fact I loved it SO much that I created 2 interpretations!

Here is interpretation #1.

Supplies: Close to my Heart (cardstock); Fancy Pants (pattern paper, cardstock stickers, notebook paper); Maya Road (chipboard alphas); Glitz Designs (mini alphas); Melissa Frances (chipboard snowflakes); Tattered Angels (glimmer mist); Pink Paislee (glitter); Versamagic (chalk ink)

Some close-ups...

And interpretation #2...

Supplies:  Bazzill (cardstock); Fancy Pants (pattern paper, transparency, cardstock stickers, glitter alphas); Glitz Designs (mini alphas); Close to my Heart (twine); Pink Paislee (glitter); Versamagic (chalk ink)

Some close-ups...

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