this is you | paper issues cut file

On Saturday a new FREE cut file was posted at Paper Issues.  I didn't have time to play with it before it went live so I made something on Saturday to share here with you.

I just grabbed up the memory planner goodies from PI and couldn't wait to play with them.  I don't have the planner binder yet but there was so much to use I figured I could make a page while I waited.  These polka dots and flowers were calling my name.

supplies:  heidi swapp memory planner papers and elements + maggie holmes open book glitter thickers +  paper issues cut file + silhouette cameo

As always, head on over to Paper Issues to grab the free cut file and link up to win a swag bag.  Cassie's swag bags are amazing so you don't want to miss grabbing one for yourself.

Don't forget if you are in the mood for some shopping, use the code "3littleks" to get 20% off in the Paper Issues store.

rest | paper issues pinspire challenge

Today brings a new challenge to paper issues.  The pin this time was just so much fun.  The colors and all the hearts are perfect for a non traditional "love" theme.  I wish I would have had a photo of my hubby and I to use with this but I am still super inspired and will probably make another page later.

| open book-Maggie Holmes | Paper Issues-Swag Bag | Dear Lizzy + October Afternoon-Alphas | square flair-Epiphany Crafts | color shine-Heidi Swapp |

I hope you are as inspired by this lovely pin as I was.  Don't forget to head over to Paper Issues and link up your projects using this pin for a chance to win an amazing PI prize.

If you are in the mood for some shopping, use my code "3littleks" to take 20% off your order.  There are a lot of new products and more are coming.

Serendipity spotlight.

Sherri is sharing a spotlight on Serendipity at the paper issues blog today.  I had to share this photo of my littlest with her ferret.  She is the ferret whisperer.  Every time she holds him he yawns a few times then falls asleep.  This time I managed to capture the yawn.  This is something I didn't want to ever forget.

Serendipity Dear Lizzy | wood grain paper and flower paper (cut out flowers) Websters Pages

You can grab any of this and much more for 20% off at Paper Issues using my code "3littleks" at checkout.  :)

Now hop on over to the paper issues blog for more inspiration using Serendipity.

Die Cutting Saturday at Paper Issues

Today is Saturday and you know what that means!  Another Cut File is up at the Paper Issues blog.  This one is adorable (and FREE).

For this page I cut just the + file and layered it with my papers elements and the leftover +'s from the cut.  Under the cut I added some pretty scraps to fill the "windows" with different colors.  

 | September Skies  Heidi Swapp |

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New Mixed Media Layout

I grabbed some of the new Dear Lizzy stuff from Paper Issues and finally had time to play with it.  I loved the colors and patterns, especially the pink.  The first thing I just had to do was make a mixed media page so I could add in even more color.  The Mask was perfect for adding some dimension before I painted. I laid the mask on my 8 1/2 x 11 cardstock, then spread out a thin layer of modeling paste over, making sure to fill all the little spots.  After carefully pealing the mask off, I let it dry completely (make sure to carefully wash the mask with warm water immediately).  My favorite Faber Castille gelatos (used like watercolors) and a little misting of Heidi Swapp's gold color shine added just the right amount of color/shimmer to the background.  Then just to layer on some papers, a photo and some stitching to finish it.  45 minutes later I have a beautiful brightly colored page that perfectly represents my vibrant 6 year old.

(dear lizzy serendipity papers + mask , faber castille gelatos) 

Paper Issues has the whole Dear Lizzy Serendipity line right now.  Hurry on over and pick up some of this loveliness for yourself.  Don't forget to take 20% with my code "3littleks".

Exciting news!!!

I have some more exciting news today.  Toni From Designs has asked me to be on her design team!!!  Toni has the most fabulous flair in her etsy shop.  When I saw these I could not wait to create something with them.

Christmas Icons Flair Set

supply list: Flair - Toni From Designs | News Print Paper - DIY Shop | corrugated paper - paper studio | bag+gold doily+tag+dots - Studio Calico | gold word sticker + hearts - Heidi Swapp | sequins-paper issues swag bag

See that reindeer!  sigh...He totally has my heart.

Toni can be found here:
ig | fb | store | blog

I also have a code for you to save on your order at Toni's store.  Enter "BRENDA" at checkout to save 10% off your order, with $10 minimum purchase.  Happy Shopping!!

What the #@!$%& - New Issue at Paper Issues

It's time for a new Issue at Paper Issues with Feed Your Craft as the sponsor.  This time the theme is "What the #@!$%&"  Now that does not mean bad words.  We are talking about punctuation.  Things like word bubbles, anything to do with speech/talking/a lot of journaling, a child's first words, use flair, office supply products (paper clips, binder clips, ledger paper, staples, etc.).  The first thing I thought of was this photo I had of my son on the Texas Star Flyer at Pleasure Pier this summer.  He was WAY up in the air.

(feed your craft flare + Gossamer Blue's on my desk and gramercy road + Heidi Swapp Color Shine + dear lizzy glitter foam stickers and AC cork letter stickers)

The prize for this months issue is some lovely flair from Feed Your Craft.  You seriously don't want to miss this one.  See the flair on my page?  That is from Feed Your Craft.  Aren't they lovely?  I think I want one of everything from her shop.
So head on over to Paper Issues and get started on your page.  Don't forget to link up over there to be eligible for the prize.

(Use the code "3littleks" to take 20% off your order at paper issues)

New Paper Issues Challenge

Are you all up for a new challenge?  Paper Issues has a new Pinspire Me Monday challenge up on their blog today.  This one is really fun.  

Here is my page.

(Maggie Holmes Open Book + Studio Calico Wood Veneer + Heidi Swapp color shine)

I LOVE triangles, color shine and stitching.  The inspiration image inspired me to play with bright colors and the different sizes of triangles.

Now, head on over to paper issues and give this a try.  

Don't forget you can get 20% off your order when you use "3littleks" at checkout.

Sketch lovin'

One thing I love about scrapbooking is the abundance of challenges available at any time.  If you are ever in a rut and just want to be inspried, head to Paper Issues or Studio Calico and check the blogs for their sketch challenges.  I know there are a ton of other places to go but these two are my fave,  :)

This one is for Paper issues.  There is a link up on the blog with a chance to win PI gift card.

I used Maggie Holmes papers  + Open book ephemera and flowers.  Sequins are Studio Calico.

This one is for the weekly sketch at Studio Calico.  I rotated and tilted the sketch a bit.

I used Maggie Holmes Open book ephemera and flowers + Heidi Swapp papers and color shine (gold and mustard) plus a few of my Grandma's sequins.

I hope I have inspired you a bit today.  Go check out these sketches and link up!  

If you have any paper issues shopping to do, don't forget to use my code "3littleks" to get 20% off.