Inspiration

LITTLE MOMENTS | UNFORGETTABLE | GWEN WRUCK

Gwen Wruck 17/10/2019

Hi Creative Friends,

Gwen with you on the blog today, I hope you are all well! I’m back today with a new share using the stunning ‘Unforgettable’ collection. This is the fourth page I’ve made with this collection and the more I use it, the more I just love it! My page features a photo of my daughter the day before heading off to her first school camp. We were both super nervous about the adventure ahead and I had been speaking with her about enjoying the little moments at camp and remembering that these are moments she will look back on and truly treasure, even though right now it didn’t seem that way.

I started the page with the idea of creating a central paper stack for my photo and working outward from there. For this, I’ve used the butterfly quad element from the ‘Pretty Bits’ pattern paper. I’ve teamed this with the ‘Sprightly’ paper which I’ve used as an edge for my layout as well as a double mat for my photo. **TIP – If you want a double mat for your photo and aren’t sure which two papers to use, go with an A and B side of the same paper, they were made for each other :)

With my photo mat sorted, I positioned it overlapping the butterfly quad element (making sure to fussy cut out the two butterflies that were not showing for later) and centered everything onto a plain white card stock background. Now, I could go through all of the pretty elements of the collection to fill out my page.

I find it is always best to work with larger elements first and then move onto the smaller ones, so started with the pretty floral die cut from the ‘Die Cut Ephemera’ pack. I’ve used one of the largest pieces here and then added smaller pieces on top using foam tape for a layered effect.

Next, I’ve added in the Orange fussy cut butterfly that I had saved and a smaller one from the ‘Die Cut Ephemera pack’. There is still another Grey butterfly that I had fussy cut, that one will be added to a new project. I’ve also added in here a large sticker from the ‘Accessory Sticker Sheet’ and a medium-sized die-cut Camera. I’ve grabbed a flair button and added that here as well.

I was really happy with the ‘bones’ of my page now so it was time to move onto smaller embellishments. I’ve pulled out several stickers from the ‘Accessory Sticker Sheet’ and positioned them on my page. There were quite a few that really suited the sentiment for this layout and I loved how the colours matched perfectly. Lastly, I went about adding a cute bow from the ‘Tassles and Bows’ pack as well as some Enamel dots and the page was complete.

Thanks for popping by today to see my latest project, I hope it inspires you to get creating with this beautiful collection.

Until next time,

Gwen

Traveler’s Notebook Spreads | More than Words + You Rock | Mandy Melville

Mandy Melville 16/10/2019

Hey friends!

Mandy here with you today to share a couple of traveler’s notebook spreads that I created for Throwback Thursday! For my first layout I wanted to create something soft and pretty to document a photo of my youngest daughter and I taken on my birthday last month. The beautiful More than Words collection was just perfect for this!

I started my layout off by covering the left hand side of the spread with the Noteworthy patterned paper. I LOVE the beautiful scripty font on this paper! Next I cut two of the 3×4 inch pieces out of the Collage patterned paper, and I layered these behind my photo to help it to stand out against the background.

I embellished around the photo using some pretty die cuts from the collection.

For the right hand side of the spread, I used the Radiant patterned paper as my background. I chose that paper as it matched perfectly with the dress that my daughter was wearing in the photo. I then cut out the piece that says ‘Love You to Bits’ from the Treasure patterned paper, and I adhered it to the middle of the page using craft foam for added dimension. Lastly I scattered some little word stickers down the page, and I finished it off with a couple more floral die cuts.

For my second TN layout, I decided to pull out the awesome You Rock collection to scrapbook a photo of Isaac with one of his best mates, taken when I took them to Gravity X a couple of months ago. The bright and fun colours in this collection worked perfectly with photo and the theme of this spread.

I covered the left hand side of the spread with the reverse side of the Random patterned paper. This provided a nice neutral background to work with, while adding some cool detail to the page. Next I added the colourful striped piece of patterned paper down the left hand side of the page, which I cut out of the Stripped paper. I then fussy cut some stars to add to the layout. The smaller ones were from the Starshine patterned paper, and the larger one was from the Random paper. To finish the left hand side of the spread off, I added the piece that says ‘Boys will be Boys’, which I cut out of the Random patterned paper.

Down the right hand side of the spread I added a strip of blue patterned paper, which was also cut out the Stripped paper. I matted my photo with the reverse side of the In Line paper to help it to stand out on the page, and I also layered more pieces from the Random and the Stripped patterned papers behind the photo. For my title I used one of the chipboard words from the Boys Rule collection. I love how the black title really pops against the bright colours that I used on this layout.

I created a little embellishment cluster on the bottom right hand corner of the photo that includes another fussy cut star and a rubber charm from the collection. To complete the layout I added some short handwritten journaling at the bottom of the page, and I also added a couple of small chipboard plus signs.

Thanks so much for joining me here on the blog today! I hope that you’ve been inspired by my traveler’s notebook spreads, and that you enjoyed my ‘Throwback Thursday’ post using a couple of older collections!

Mandy x

Living the Dream layout | Unforgettable collection | Anita Bownds

Anita Bownds 15/10/2019

Hi crafty friends, Anita here with you today sharing a sweet layout using the beautiful unforgettable collection

The layout is all about my kitty Kushan who thinks Eve’s beanbag is one of his beds…I’m sure he probably thinks he’s on a big pink cloud. So Today I had to include the bows and tassels on my layout I decided on the bows As I had a idea of floating heart balloons in the air.

I started by selecting 3 pattern papers from the 6×8 paper pad and using a cut file from the silhouette design store and cut 3 heart balloons out then I hand stitched around each balloon using a matching colour thread then I added some twine to the back and double sided foam tape to pop it of the page then I layered them onto my trimmed white cardstock on a angle.

Then I matted my white on pattered paper sprightly and machine stitched around the border of the white cardstock then using more patterned paper from the 6×8 paper pad I matted my photo on 2 different papers .

Then I added fussy cut flowers from paper glorious on each side of my photo

Then I pulled the twine down straight to the bottom of my photo and adhered my title from the ephemera pieces then I added accessory stickers and ephemera around the photo

Then I use 3 of the bows from the bows and tassels to add on each of my balloons then tucking flowers from the ephemera pack around the bows to add a extra pop of colour and to finish of the layout I added clear stickers and enamel dots

check out my process video here

I hope I’ve given you some fun inspiration using the bows..

Happy crafting..xx

Our Stories | Unforgettable Collection | Guest Designer Danni Visser

Zoe Pearn 14/10/2019

Hi lovelies! It’s Danni here today sharing another guest designer layout with you. This time I was very keen to get playing with the freebie cutfiles that match the new Unforgettable collection.

I first cut a large section of the heart wreath cutfile on my Silhouette machine using white cardstock – I just love the way white pops on the gorgeous papers in the collection. I went ahead and backed some of the cutfile with different papers from the 6×8 paper stack, making sure to leave some open spaces to keep it light and airy.

For my background paper I chose Lacewing for that gorgeous peach floral B side, then I tore strips from Natural Beauty and Story Teller (my two favourite papers from this collection so far, I can’t stop using them!).

I layered the strips to the left side of the page and added a crepe paper ruffle underneath for extra texture. I made sure to curl the edges of the torn paper strips up a little, then slipped the cutfile under the edge of the ruffle, creating a half-wreath peeking out from beneath the layers. This created the perfect spot for my pics to go.

I added some layers behind my pics with the 6×8 paper stack and tissue paper, added a little dimensional foam and placed my photos overlapping each other slightly. I then embellished my photos using some ephemera, a flair button, tiny word stickers and one of the adorable bow embellies.

At the top right of my page I created a small cluster with a label sticker for the date. I also added some floral embellishments peeking out from between the paper layers to the left of the page.

My title fits perfectly in the space between, with the foam title words again making the most perfect addition to the page. I can’t get enough of these gorgeous script titles! For finishing touches I sprinkled some enamel dots around the page in groups of three, splattered some white ink and added my journaling inside the circle of the wreath cutfile using a white gel pen.

I love how perfectly this layout represents my photos of my husband and I enjoying the sunshine in the garden, and how perfectly the colours match the peachy coral dress I wore.

I hope you like this layout as much as I do! Thank you so much for joining me today. Happy scrapping!

Danni x

Shine | Unforgettable Collection | Guest designer – Laura Alberts

Zoe Pearn 11/10/2019

Hello Scrappy Friends!

This is Laura Alberts, Guest Designer and huge fan of Cocoa Vanilla Studios! I’m sharing a sweet 9×12 layout with you today of my darling daughter, fast asleep on the couch. Using the Unforgettable collection to document this adorable face was perfection! I was especially excited to incorporate the Cut to You floral cut file and these tassels that accompany the collection.

First, I used the Sprightly paper and floral cut file to cut out one of the clusters, than cut leafy fronds from the B side of the Garland paper. I backed the floral with vellum and topped it tassels, ephemera and a phrase sticker.

Next, I tucked a frame behind my photo and popped it up on foam, so I could easily tuck the journaling spot and tickets around the left side. A couple of banners on the right side added balance to the photo.

I hoped to give this layout a dreamy quality by nestling the photo into the floral cluster and allowing both to gently float on the page. The butterflies and tassels add a whimsical touch, while the pops of black add contrast. Lastly, by outlining the journaling spot with pen, it prevents it from being lost amidst the background. I hope this gives you inspiration for your own creations!

Laura Alberts

Shine Bright | Unforgettable Collection | Michelle Stokes

Michelle Stokes 10/10/2019

Hello there! It’s Michelle back today sharing a new layout using both our new collection Unforgettable and the FREE Cut files designed by Gwen. LOVE LOVE LOVE the designs within the set, especially the circle of hearts design. This whole layout came together pretty quickly by cutting one main floral piece, 1 massive cut file and then tucking random bits here and there.

I started by cutting the design out in silhouette studio using the reverse of the GARLAND paper and then adhering it flat to the white cardstock using the centre edge only. I curled all the hearts up for a touch of dimension. Next I fussy cut the entire wreath design from the same paper and adhered this to the bottom half of the cut file using foam tape.

When it came to the photo I didn’t want it to stand out or compete with the florals, I felt it needed to blend together so I printed it out in black and white. I chose a close up photo of Leila from a few years back as its one of my very favourites. I backed the photo using the woodgrain pattern of the NATURAL BEAUTY paper plus a couple of off cut strips from the 6×8 paper stack I used on previous layouts. I tucked the right side of the photo under the layers of florals and ephemera pieces. I also added a couple of the leaf strand cut files from the FREE SET.

To the left of the photo I added the title using the new foam title words and a stack more bits from the ephemera pack, a flair button, clear sticker and enamel dots to mirror the opposite side of the layout.

Once I felt the entire circular design was a good balance of florals and colours I splattered it all with gold colour shine, including the photo as I ALWAYS forget to cover it up. Super happy with how this turned out, pretty similar to the idea I had in mind when I started which is pretty good. It doesn’t usually run so smoothly HAHA

Well thats all from me today, thanks so much for stopping by. Be sure to pop by our facebook group to chat all things CVS and don’t forget to download the FREE cut files!!

Until next time, Happy Scrapping
Michelle xx

Shine Bright | Unforgettable Collection | Kylie Kingham.

Kylie Kingham 09/10/2019

Hello everyone! It’s Kylie back with you all today sharing another layout featuring the super pretty ‘Unforgettable’ collection. One thing I really enjoy creating is different layers in a layout and my focus today was not only ‘paper’ layers but also some mixed media layers too.

I decided to work with a white card stock background and chose two of my favourite stencils from my craft stash. One has a scattered heart design, the other a scattered star. (Both have been designed by Paige Evans.) Using some bright pink ink I used the heart stencil first, adding colour with a stamp dauber. The hearts were added vertically to the left side of my page as well as through the middle horizontally.Once dry I added some stars randomly over the top of the hearts with some metallic gold modeling paste.

Whilst my background was drying I started to cut my paper layers. I didn’t use specific measurements I just cut several to different heights and widths. The edges were distressed a little before I began layering them over each other until I was happy with the overall balance and result. TIP: This technique is also a great way of using up any left over pieces of paper you may have!

Once I had added my photo to my page I created a neat little layered cluster of die cuts to the bottom left corner of my image. Some pieces were added with foam adhesive to create some height and dimension. I also added one of the gorgeous paper tassels with a string bow.

To complete my layout I created a title using a letter punch board onto some of the ‘GARLAND’ paper.I backed it with some of the ‘UNSCRIPTED’ paper to make the title really pop. The word phrases from the sticker sheet were perfect for creating a sub title below.

I hope my layout has given you some inspiration for your own creating. Thanks for stopping by the blog today.

Kylie.

Captured | Unforgettable Collection | Tarrah McLean

Tarrah McLean 08/10/2019

Hi Cocoa Vanilla friends!

It’s Tarrah back with you and today I am sharing another layout featuring the gorgeous brand new Unforgettable collection! I am also featuring one of the stunning FREE cut files by Cut To You. The Unforgettable collection and the cut file go together beautifully!I chose a pink, grey and white colour scheme for my layout today, I pulled some of the papers and lots of embellishments that were in that colour scheme and started out by cutting the cut file on white cardstock, I cut the file out with the intention of leaving some of the design inside the cardstock. I loved how I could pop out the hearts and create a dimensional look with them. I backed the cut file design with the pink paper and then machine stitched around the circle – you can see more detail in the photo below. I then matted the cut file and pink paper onto one of the grey patterned papers. The photo is of my sister and I at our brothers wedding a couple of years ago, not often we get photos together with both my sister and brother living in England now. I added lots of paper layers underneath my photo and used foam tape to pop up my photo from the page. In the photo below, you can see I added a cluster of embellishments including some die-cuts and accessory stickers, I used foam dots again to lift up the camera die-cut and I also added one of the enamel dots to the centre – hooray for enamel dots making a come back in this collection! I love them! Over one the right hand side is another cluster featuring some of the floral and butterfly die-cuts. I also added one of the cute bows to the right of my title. My title is one of the gorgeous foam word titles, these are brilliant to add to any project, they make a statement and they really pop off the page too! I added one of the larger butterfly die-cuts to the left of the title to balance out the with the smaller one on the right hand side. A couple more enamel dots and a couple pf the gorgeous clear stickers were also added for some extra interest and texture.

Make sure to check out the Cocoa Vanilla store to download your FREE Unforgettable cut files that co-ordinate with the Unforgettable collection perfectly!

I hope I have inspired you in some way today?

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Happy creating!

Tarrah x

The Best | Unforgettable | Rachel Lowe

Rachel Lowe 07/10/2019

Hello CVS friends today I have a pretty layout celebrating the relationship between my daughter and I. I have used the new stunning collection UNFORGETTABLE.

Firstly I used a scallop border cut file, cutting it at 11x 7 inches using the lovely Natural Beauty paper. I then set about creating a grid design cutting 5 3×3 inch squares using various papers from the 6×8 inch paper pad.

Then it was a matter of embellishing each square. Here i cut another square slightly smaller and added over the 3×3 inch with foam tape to add height. I have used one of the Accessory Stickers, again added with foam tape tucking an Enamel Dot slightly behind it. I finished this square off with the gorgeous camera Flair.

I cut this floral square from the Pretty Bits 12×12 paper layering it on a dark pink square from the 6×8 inch paper pad. Again I added with foam tape. I added some of the tiny die cut flowers, black hearts from the Foam Titles finished off with a tiny butterfly I fussy cut from the 6×8 page with butterflies. I added enamel dots to some of the flowers.

I created my title under the floral square using the black foam word titles framing it with some fussy cut tiny butterflies.

I created my final paper embellished square using a smaller floral paper from the 6×8 inch pad and adding the die cut Living the Dream as my sub title. I added blue paint smears from the Clear Stickers to create a subtle contrast. I added the gorgeous floral bunch from the clear stickers to the right edge of my white cardstock and lastly a Clear Sticker butterfly.

You could of course add more photos to this design. I just love the black foam titles, they really add a wow factor! Well that’s it from me today, thank you for stopping by today and have a wonderful creative week!

Rachel X

Family Snapshots Mini Album | Unforgettable Collection | Guest Designer Paige Evans

Zoe Pearn 06/10/2019

Hi everyone! Paige Evans here and I am so excited to show you this new mini album created with the beautiful Unforgettable collection!

I have been super inspired by Amber’s handmade mini albums lately so I created the first part of the cover based on her tutorial and then made hinges for the pages and photos to stick to. On the cover I decorated it with a “family” foam sticker, “snapshots” sticker, butterfly button, a few enamel dots, and half of a round floral sticker.

One of the patterned papers in the Unforgettable collection has blocks of 3×4″ cards so I trimmed those out and turned them into page pockets. First I placed the cards back-to-back and then made a notch with a circle punch at the top. Then I used a sewing machine to machine stitch around the left, bottom, and right sides to complete the pockets.

Another patterned paper in the Unforgettable collection is filled with blocks of different patterns so I turned those into tags to tuck into each pocket and machine stitched around the tag edges to create texture.

I snapped a loose leaf binder ring through an eyelet that I attached through the album edge and then looped on four paper tassels from the collection for a charm.

The design is basic: one pocket page followed by a photo page, repeat six times for 12 pages. I adhered two 3×4″ photos back-to-back for every other page. I used photos from our annual family photoshoot taken by the talented Jennifer Simmons of Everleigh Portraits. We had them taken in downtown Denver in front of some super colorful buildings which just so happen to match this collection to a “T”! It was meant to be.

Here is the opening page with a few die cuts, button, and enamel dots.

And here are all the inside pages which I decorated with supplies from Unforgettable.

I added a sticker or die cut to the tags that pull out of each pocket, but they could also be used to add additional photos and journaling! I may go back and do just that. I have lots more photos from our session that I want to highlight.

Here are a couple more photos of the finished book:

I hope you are inspired to pick up the Unforgettable collection by Cocoa Vanilla Studio and create layouts, cards, and other projects with it! It’s a beautiful line!

SUPPLIES: Patterned paper, stickers, die cuts, enamel dots, tassels, buttons: Unforgettable collection by Cocoa Vanilla Studio

Paige Evans

Inspiration

LITTLE MOMENTS | UNFORGETTABLE | GWEN WRUCK

Traveler’s Notebook Spreads | More than Words + You Rock | Mandy Melville

Living the Dream layout | Unforgettable collection | Anita Bownds

Our Stories | Unforgettable Collection | Guest Designer Danni Visser

Shine | Unforgettable Collection | Guest designer – Laura Alberts

Shine Bright | Unforgettable Collection | Michelle Stokes

Shine Bright | Unforgettable Collection | Kylie Kingham.

Captured | Unforgettable Collection | Tarrah McLean

The Best | Unforgettable | Rachel Lowe

Family Snapshots Mini Album | Unforgettable Collection | Guest Designer Paige Evans

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