Ballerina 2-page Scrapbook Layout

Machine Used: BossKut Gazelle
Software: Funtime Scrapbooking IV
Files Used: Heart Doily by Judy Stark BKD191, Boss Kut Kids by Karen Taglia 0760, Ballet Outfit by Karen Taglia 0761, Princess Hand Mirror by Judy Stark BKD002
Materials: Card stock, pictures, self-adhesive rhinestones/pearls

I'm not usually one that is into scrap booking but have decided it was time to start stepping onto unfamiliar grounds.  A wonderful friend invited me to a crop last month and I took her up on the invite.  I was very much intrigued by all the beautiful scrapbook pages that I saw her creating.  I guess you could say that it struck a fire in me to start.

Although my daughter has been involved in dance classes since she was 18 months old, this year was her first dance recital on stage!  I am one proud Momma!  Using this first of hers, I decided it was time to create a scrapbook page using the beautiful photos of her.

The first page show cases one of my favorite pictures of her and the Boss Kut Kids by Karen Taglia 0760 in the Ballet Outfit by Karen Taglia 0761.

 



I chose to dress this beautiful little ballerina all in pink, just like my daughter's recital outfit was.  I did ink the outfit some for additional detail and dimension.  Although it's hard to see in this picture, I cut the legs in pink and did an identical cut of the legs in vellum.  I felt that this gave the "leggings" a more natural look.

 

The tiara is from the Princess Hand Mirror by Judy Stark BKD002 with a slight modification.

 

The new Heart Doily by Judy Stark BKD191 made a perfect place to put my picture center stage and tie both of the pages together.  I absolutely LOVED the way that this cut out and looks at 11.5" high!!  Beautiful!

 

 
On the second page of my layout I chose a Funtime font and added the outline to it.  I love the way that Funtime makes it so easy to create titles!
 

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Princess Magnetic Countdown

Machine Used: BossKut Gazelle
Software: Funtime Scrapbooking IV
Files Used: Butterfly Frame by Judy Stark BKD 189, Princess Hand Mirror by Judy Stark BKD 002
Materials: Card stock, self adhesive rhinestones, magnetic material

Everytime this year after my daughter's dance recital, we start looking at what we're going to do to keep ourselves busy during the summer.  This year her dance studio is offering a 3-day Princess Camp where she can get all dressed up and learn how to be a princess!  She's so excited and asks everyday when she gets to go.  Unfortunately at this time she doesn't have a full grasp of time, so I've created a countdown calendar for her.  We'll change the number of days each day and she'll be able to see how many cards are left.  I'm truly hoping that this will help make it easier for her.

For the actual countdown, I started with the new Butterfly Frame by Judy Stark BKD 189.  I ran the card stock of choice through my Xyron machine, laminating the front and applying magnetic backing to it.  Then I placed it on my cutting mat and the Gazelle cut through it on 1 pass with no problems!!  Love, LOVE it!

 

For the numbers counting down, I simply created the text in Funtime and printed it out.  Then just cut the shape around it.  Simple and fast.  I inked the edges to give the white card stock a little more dimension to it.

 

The Princess Hand Mirror by Judy Stark BKD 002 gave me a little more trouble.  I knew that I wanted different layers to it but I also wanted the Gazelle to cut the shape of the mirror around all the layers AFTER I had laminated it.  Clear as mud?  :o)

 

Example, usually when I'm cutting a shape from my magnetic material it's a basic shape and a single layer of card stock that's been passed through the laminate/magnetic cartridge of my Xyron.

Since I wanted layers on the mirror, I had to cut the paper, picture, and handle out BEFORE passing it through my Xyron.  Then my dilemma was, how do I place my project on the cutting mat making sure that I get it just right so that it cuts around my layered pieces.

After layering the picture, princess hand mirror, and the handle, I ran them through the Xyron.  This gave me the rectangle that I was wanting to avoid.

In Funtime, I created a outline around the entire image.  Then with the new feature in Funtime IV, I turned on the cutting mat view.  Making sure that the image was placed just about where I had placed it on the actual cutting mat, I crossed my fingers and hit cut.

 

I was VERY impressed with just how close I actually got it!!  I added a few self adhesive rhinestones to the top, because what princess doesn't have a little bling?!

My daughter was very excited when it was completed and it very much looking forward to changing the countdown every day.  That to me is a very successful project!  :o)

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Sweet Ice Cream Card

 

Machine Used: BossKut Gazelle
Software: Funtime Scrapbooking IV
Files Used: Ice Cream Cone by Judy Stark BKD 108, Card Band Lace by Judy Stark BKD 093
Materials: Card stock, crystal accents, self adhesive pearl brads

We're still waiting here in Northern Michigan for the local ice cream shoppes to open but that doesn't mean I'm not counting down the days!!  This sweet little Ice Cream Cone by Judy Stark BKD 108 sets the right mood for my desire of the warm sunny days.

For the cone, I inked the edges and used a VersaMarker to trace the inside cuts.  I wanted to make sure to bring out the beautiful details that were made for this file!  I added some clear accents to the chocolate on top of my cone to give that candy coated feeling.

 
In addition to the ice cream cone, there's this print n cut that comes with it!  When picking out my papers for this card, I centered them around it.
 

I made sure that add the Card Band Lace by Judy Stark BKD 093 to help transition between the bottom patterned card stock and the top pink.

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Paper Piecing Lily

Machine Used: BossKut Gazelle
Software: Funtime Scrapbooking IV
Files Used: Delicate Flourish 0728, Corner Scroll 0738
Materials: Card stock, ink, markers

I'm back again with another coloring book page that I imported into Funtime and converted into a paper piecing masterpiece!!  I've visited this particular website a couple of times for the color book pages and I just loved the Lily.  Now if you visit the color by number you'll notice that I didn't exactly follow their "recommendations" and I didn't notice that until after I was done.  Guess that just means I'll have to go back, cut it again, and make another!  :o)
 

 

To make cutting the sections easy, I used the color palate in Funtime to change the line colors.  This allowed me to cut the leaves separate from the pedals.

For more information on how to convert any digital coloring book page to a paper piecing or print and cut file, check out Terri's video!  She provides you with step-by-step instructions and makes it really easy for you.

I duplicated the whole image and changed the pen style to the kiss cut. I made sure to leave my outer most rectangle as the regular cut. Doing this allows me to cut out the rectangle (in this case) and then leave the pattern to follow while I'm piecing my page together! Love this tip, BIG thank to Terri for this one!! Make sure to watch the entirety of the video shared above to see how easy this is to do
 

 

It took me forever to decided how I wanted the pedals to look.  I kept going back and forth between keeping them white and coloring them.  Finally I decided to cut out the pedals in white card stock and inked them up until I got the look I wanted.

 

I also inked the edges of the leaves to give them more dimension than what a plain colored green card stock can.

 

I added the white frame around the paper piecing and although I loved the way the lilies looked, there was something definitely missing!  After searching the Boss Kut Die Cuts, I found the Delicate Flourish 0728 and Corner Scroll 0738 to the perfect finishing touch.
 

 

I inked the edges of both embellishments and used a VersaMarker on the leaves of the Delicate Flourish 0728.

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Stampin' Up! Workshop 4-12-2013 Make 'n' Take

This will be the card that we'll be making at my first workshop.  These make 'n' takes are very simple and require minimal amount of product!

This first card I chose to use the Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin' Pad for the image and the Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad for the sentiment.

 

This card I used the Old Olive Stampin' Write Marker and Rich Razzleberry Stampin' Write Marker for the image and again, the Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad for the sentiment.

What you'll need to create these beautiful cards:

Paper:
Whisper White 8 1/2" x 11" Card Stock
Old Olive 8 1/2" x 11" Card Stock
Rich Razzleberry 8 1/2" x 11" Card Stock
Designer Series Paper Patterns Stack - Brights Collection

Stamps:
Perfectly Penned - Clear Mount Stamp or Wood Mount Stamp
Thoughts & Prayers - Clear Mount Stamp or Wood Mount Stamp

Ink:
Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad
Old Olive Stampin' Write Marker
Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin' Pad
Rich Razzleberry Stampin' Write Marker

Don't forget these stampin' essentials to keeping your stamps clean and in top shape:
Stampin' Scrub
Stampin' Mist

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Japan File Folder Keepsake

Machine Used: BossKut Gazelle
Software: Funtime Scrapbooking IV
Files Used: Branch 0988, Fifties Flower 0504, Hibiscus paper piecing 0390,
Materials: File folder, card stock, embellishments, ribbon

In February my dearest hubby and I went to Okinawa, Japan.  We visited with my brother, who is currently stationed there, and his wonderful family.  We had such a great time and came back with so many memories.  We also came back with plenty of souvenirs that now need a good home.

I started out with folding a manila file folder and then inked the edges. 

Then I printed out a world map and used a tea bag to give the map an aged look.  After applying the map to the file folder, I threaded some red embroidery thread to created the dotted line from the United States to Japan.

I attached a piece of ribbon on the back to tie the folder shut.  Then using different designer card stock, I decorated each of the remaining sections.

The flowers were absolutely beautiful in Japan while we were there.  The front of the folder was inspired by the cherry blossoms that were in bloom while we were there.  Using the Fifties Flower 0504 and the branch I decorated the front fold of the file folder. 

Each of the fifties flowers that were cut were a little over a quarter of an inch!  My Gazelle did a beautiful job cutting each of them out.

Using my stylus, I went in circle in the center of the flower to get the flower to fold toward in.  Then I inked each flower to give them a realistic feel.  I just love how my cherry blossom tree turned out that I'm sure to use it again!

Below is a picture of the file folder opened up.  Each pocket is going to hold our receipts, pamphlets, and other goodies from our trip.
 

I chose to use the Hibiscus paper piecing 0390 because it reminded me of one of my favorite pictures that I took.  I cut out 2 of the larger pieces so that I could put in the additional layer.  I inked the center red so that it would like the yellow faded into the red.

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