HELLO DARLING

Cleo is The Scrappery's January kit and it is AMAZING. It features plenty of paper and embellishments from Dear Lizzy Serendipity collection which I adore. The colours are just so different to other ranges out at the moment. I don't know about you guys but I'm actually a huge fan of purple at the moment, especially lilac and violet. I know a lot of scrapbookers dread it though. 

And finally, for your pleasure and entertainment, I also made a process video which you can check out here. 

Thanks for checking it out.

And thanks for stopping by,

Sophie

A lot of LOVE for 'Clara'

Today I'm sharing with you some sneaks from a layout I created using Clara, the December TSK over at The Scrappery. TOTALLY LOVE THIS KIT. It my favourite yet, featuring lots and Maggie Holmes Open Book and lots more goodness. And it's so versatile, you can check out my Christmas layout here and a vintage layout here. I don't think the subjects/photos in those layouts could be more different.

I am loving this combination of colours at the moment, pink, red and black and white, especially because Valentines Day is approaching.

The photo I used I took when I visited my cousins in January. It's a scrapbookers dream when you pull your camera out and everyone is more than willing to pose for a picture or 100 or whatever. So here's a few more. Which will MORE than likely find there way onto a layout sometime soon.

Make sure you head over to the Scrappery for the full layout and and more gorgeous CT inspiration. And the January kit has just been revealed too. Exciting times.

Thanks for stopping by,

Sophie

SUYS October Challenge

Hey guys, I'm back and sharing with you Show Us Your Stuff's October challenge which is this awesome sketch created by Chloe! 

This month we have Kellie Stamps sponsoring so be sure to get your entries in to go into the draw to win!

And here is my interpretation of the sketch! 

I used a background I had previously created but didn't end up using at the time. I often create backgrounds but don't end up using them so it felt great to finally use one.

 My handmade embellishment is a flair from APOCD!

These butterflies are created using Heidi Swapp resist paper and delusions ink!

Be sure to head over to the blog for more amazing DT samples.

Until next time!

Sophie xx

THE SCRAPPERY

March? MARCH?
Hi guys, I'm so sorry for my lack of blogging! I'm sure I wasn't missed too much. I haven't been blog hopping for months. I mostly get my inspiration from Pinterest and Instagram these days and that's where I promote challenges as well.
For the past few months I was struggling to balance scrapbooking commitments, with Uni and travelling to and from home. I was cast in the Bendigo Threatre Company's production of Chicago, one of my favourite musical, which means during my semester break (which I thought I would spend scrapbooking) I was travelling back and forth between home and Uni.
My masters projects have been my top priority (and obviously I can't show you those) which means any other scrapbooking commitments, let alone scrapbooking for myself, have been pushed aside.

TO THE POINT!
I am amazingly thrilled to be joining Nae and Kayla on The Scrappery Creative Team. The Scrappery, if you haven't heard of it, is a brand new kit club specialising in Project Life and traditional scrapbooking kits right here in Australia.
I will be working with The Scrappery Kit and the Bits and Pieces Kit.
Below are some sneaks of what I created with Jericho, which is the TSK for September.
I also created a PROCESS VIDEO which you can watch here. Or the blog post here.

I also created a layout using the BPK, Elsa. I also used some pits and pieces from Jericho and some products from my own stash. Check out the full layout here.

Thanks for stopping by today. If you like what you see here please be sure to follow the links for more. 

Sophie 

123 March Challenge

Hi again, 

Today I have another challenge from 123 to get your mojo flowing.

Here's the criteria:

And here's my sample.

 I have hand drawn several frames on some white card stock, first with pencil then with pen, then filled them in with watercolour(mist).

 I then used a small craft knife to cut out the centre of each frame before placing some patterned paper behind the windows. I then stitched around the edges of the frame.

I then added some emphemera from Heidi Swapp and a few resins.

You still have plenty of time to complete the challenge. Head over to the blog for more stunning DT examples.

Thanks for stopping by, 

Sophie xx

123 February Challenge

February's challenge is finally up over at 123. We apologise for the delay but you still have a month, til 22nd of March, to complete your layouts with this amazing prompt.

Here is my sample...

I have used a few different shades of purple on my layout, both with hints pink and blue hues.

I used papers from Heidi Swapp and Dear Lizzy and some Heidi Swapp Ephemera.

I created a sequin pocket from tulle for something different.

I hope you like my sample. 

Please head over to the 123 Challenge blog for more yummy DT inspiration.

Thanks for stopping by, 

Sophie 

An Itty Bitty Obsession

Hi guys, have you seen my layout on the D-lish Scraps blog this month?

I have featured the very cute Bitty Blooms which are available at the store for only one dollar a pack (25)! It is definitely worth adding them to your next order!

I love the effect they created, the texture, the colour, I think I may now be obsessed with them! For a full product list and more info on my layout head over to the D-lish Scraps blog!

Thanks for stopping by...

Sophie xx

First D-lish Scraps Share

Hi everyone! 

Have you seen my latest posts on the D-lish Blog? If you haven't already head over they now for some tips and tricks on how to use your D-lish Scraps products!

Here are a few sneak peaks! I created a layout this month!

And shared a few pages from my Snap Album!

There is also plenty of other inspiration from the other DT! 

So, if you want to see more of my work pop over to the blog!

Thanks for stopping by today! Happy Scrapping!

Sophie xx

SUYS October Challenge...

...is to use multiple photo's and arrows! (Plus your handmade embellishment)!

Here's my sample...

I used some Basic Grey chipboard pieces which mum had given me that morning, perfect timing. I knew I wanted to use these photos but didn't know exactly how I'd make the colours work. I can't believe how perfectly the colours in the chipboard matches the hues in the photo's.

I have also used products from Flutterby Designs as they are sponsoring this months challenge. This is the first time I have used their products and I loved them so much I went online and purchased some

more. I don't own a Silhouette Cameo (yet) so I love that you can purchase the designs already cut. The 3 gorgeous flair and 'beautiful' tab are also from the store.

 

Thanks for stopping by! Please head over to SUYS and check out the other CT samples! They are stunning! 

And make sure you play along with this months challenge! So easy and fun and there are great prizes up for grabs!

Sophie Xx

Pink Balloons

My last layout to share with you this month is for Scrap the Girls. I loved this colour combo, so bright and girly. 

I thought it would be too much to use a solid colour as my background, so I grabbed some white cardstock (as usual) and used mist and water to create this ombre effect. I really loved how it turned out. It does look more vibrant in real life.

The lighting was perfect this afternoon when I took these that I couldn't decide which to add, so I added a few. Enjoy!

These printed Kaisercraft chipboard pieces worked perfectly with my layout. 'Yay' for using up our stash!

I hope you like it. I really love how it turned out!

Thanks for stopping by,

Sophie xx

A Sweet Cupcake Kit...

Hi all,

The first layout I have to share with you today is created for the sketch challenge at Kraft It Up.

I loved it. It is one of those that really gets your mojo flowing. I can think of a few different layouts I can create using the sketch but here is what I ended with...

Our computer had been out of action for some time so I wasn't able to print any new photo. I ended up rummaging through our scrap room to see what I could find and I found these gems. Haha, I love the colours though.

All products (well almost all) are from A Piece Of Cake Design's August kit. I fell in love with these papers from My Minds Eye.
If you haven't noticed I am currently obsessed with scollop circles.

 The next layout is for the 123 Challenge. The criteria- pink, florals and the word, sweet. Again I used products from the kit and added some Dear Lizzy products as I thought they went together perfectly.

I created my own little paper garland using a butterfly punch and machine stitching . I thought it was a different way to incorporate the patterned papers I love on my layouts.

Thanks for popping by today!
I will be back later in the week with some exciting news! Yay!
Sophie xx