Dare to Dream | Clique Kits layout

I have another page over at Clique Kits using the June "Dream Quest" kit.  This one is about my journey to be me and find joy in being myself.

 Head on ever to the CK blog for details and more of the story.

this is the life | page maps layout

I cannot believe I forgot to share this here!  Last month the Pink Paislee crew was asked to help make samples with the June Page Maps.  Honestly, this was the first time I tried creating with a page maps sketch.  It was so much fun!!!!  

Also, I used a patterned cardstock for my background.  That NEVER happens.  I loved this striped paper from Pink Paislee's Atlas collection though and just had to use it.  

the layout:

the details:

products:

 ATLAS + page map sketch

So, if you are looking for a little inspiration today, head on over to Page Maps and grab a sketch to get your creativity flowing.

Let's Go | Clique Kits June Challenge Layout

Wow.  It's been a while since I have posted here.  Life has really been a bit crazy.  

Today I have a page I made as a guest designer for Clique Kits.  This one is for the June "anything goes" challenge on their blog.  

the layout:

 I just loved this kit from the moment I got it in the mail.  I had and still have so many layouts planned with it.  The colors, patterns and bits of gold are perfect for my summer photos from a last year. 

 For this page I wanted to keep things simple (like most of the time) and really focus on this adorable shot of my little girl.  Keeping things in a line across the page and strategically scattering the fabulous elements helped with that.  Of course I had to use the gorgeous gold alpha (my minds eye) and add a little of my lettering.   Adding a little stitching to a few spots just made the whole page for me.

the details: 

Thanks for stopping by and having a look.  Don't forget to go link up over on the CK Blog for a chance to win a prize from the CK store.

(to save 10% at the store use my code BRENDA10)

NSD | Pink Paislee Atlas Layout

Happy National Scrapbook Weekend! The Pink Paislee team wants to wish you a fun and creative weekend! Whether you are at home or at a crop this weekend, we would like to share some inspiration with you along with what this holiday means to us! Start at Pink Paislee's blog and let's get this party started!

Today I have a layout for you with a photo from last summer.  
my supplies:

the final page:

using: Atlas | Pink Paislee

This is why I scrap.  To relive all the memories and remember all the things.  We all think, "Oh I won't forget that.  That is too important.  It has too much meaning."  Next thing you know, the memory has faded.  All those little things, like the smell of the salt air and the way the breeze felt in my hair.  The way the kids were so excited about water that moved all by itself.  I don't want to forget the happiness they had in just exploring the water for shrimp and crabs.  This...this is why I make pages with my photos and pretty paper.  While I am cutting the paper the memories come flooding back.  Later when my kids look through the books of memories they will say, "I remember that day, mom."  
(Also I scrap for therapy cuz face it, we all need a break.  haha)

Why do you scrap?  Is there a particular memory you are keeping in your books?  I challenge you all to pause and really remember the moments you scrap.  Those are priceless.

One last thing today.  Don't forget to click on over to the Pink Paislee FB page to be inspired and to also enter our National Scrapbook Weekend Facebook Giveaway! Have a creative weekend!  (Click HERE at Patricia's blog to start the blog hop from the beginning)