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Family | Heart & Home Collection | Michelle Stokes

Michelle Stokes 11/11/2023

Hello Hello! It’s Michelle back today with another fun layout share using out beautiful Heart & Home Collection. I went with a rainbow assortment of pattern paper strips and some sweet family snaps. Kinda running low on photos to share these days, but I’m hoping the next few months of family celebrations will bring some fresh new snaps.

Now I’ll warn you, this post is very heavy in the photos, just not so much in the words. But sit back, relax with a drink and check out my newest creation..

I used almost all of the full colour pattern papers from the collection with a mix of multi colour papers and the typewriter text. I cut 2 strips from each piece that are roughly 1 inch wide, and left them all at different lengths to overlap at random heights in a blended colour order across the white background. I had intentions of sewing through the strips, but when creating late at night I tend to go off track from where I start.

Next up I gathered a few recent family snaps and printed them out in 2×2 and 2×2.5 inch size to back the cute frames from the ephemera pack and the cut apart frame from the GATHER paper. I used pieces of foam between the frame and the photo to make them look a little more realistic then adhered across the layout using more foam for dimension.

I layered in different forms of embellishments around the frames to add extra pops of interest, using a good mix of ephemera, fussy cut pieces, enamel shapes and accessory stickers

I added the Happy List from the GATHER paper which is perfect for adding our family list of loves at this present time. We certainly love our share of naughty foods, long car rides around our greater region of beaches and lots and lots of laughter

I added a loose string across the tops of the frames to make them look like they are strung across the layout. Mixing fibres like these is a good way to add a little texture to the layout.

Super cute photo of Leila and the doggo’s. No way they would sit this still ever again lol this must have been a fluke

I added the title to the bottom of the layout using the word FAMILY from the Ephemera pack along with the banner strip underneath. I used foam under these to pop them off the page giving more dimension to the bottom of the layout. Then I added the word sentiments from the accessory sticker sheet that work perfectly together in the area above the title.

Lastly I added a splattering of gold ink, some gold glittery splotches that dry like enamel dots, some tiny little fussy cut florals and then called it complete.

So many layers with all these strips gives so much texture to the layout which is a tick in my book.

Here’s a final look at the entire layout

Well thats all from me today, thanks so much for stopping by. Short and sweet with the words along with a total photo overload. I hope you’ve enjoyed seeing this creation today, just as much as I enjoyed creating it.

Until next time, Happy Scrapping
Michelle x

My Birthday | Happy Days Collection | Michelle Stokes

Michelle Stokes 11/07/2023

Hello Hello, It’s Michelle back here today with a new layout share for you all using the Happy Days Collection. I went bold with my pattern paper choice for the background of this one and let the rainbow paint strokes of the Sunshine Lollipops paper shine.

I chose a large cut file design from the CUT to YOU store to use as part of the background design, and it almost became part of the title for the layout. I’ve documented a happy family snap from my birthday a few weeks back, but as it was a ‘quiet’ dinner with family I didn’t think YAY YAY HAPPY WOO TIME was the best option to use, although it does sound quite funny.

I adhered the cutfile to the background using foam tape, giving the design a slight 3d effect.

I printed the photo in black and white so that there was no colour clashing with the background paper and used the frame from the ephemera pack to use as a layering element for this stack. I added fussy cut florals from the A5 paper stack in colour blocked groups according to the direction of colours on the background paper

In the top right corner I added a cluster of ephemera pieces and fussy cut florals from the LUSH BLOOMS paper that blended with the top of the background paper

And then created a second cluster in the bottom left with more ephemera, florals and fussy cut pieces. I added the title ‘My Birthday’ to the journal card using the mini puffy alphas from this collection. So cute and colourful, and so many options for mini titles.

Heres another look at the entire layout, including my usual sprinkling of gold ink to finish it all off. I’m really happy with how colourful this layout turned out, it came together quite quickly which is the best way to create a layout. I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of using this collection. It’s bright happy colours and patterns are the absolute best!

Well thats all from me today, thanks so much for stopping by. Be sure to keep sharing all your amazing creations with us in the Cocoa Vanilla Studio Community Group on Facebook, we love to see what you all make!

Until next time, Happy Scrapping!
Michelle x

Storyteller | Our Story | Rachel Lowe

Rachel Lowe 21/09/2022

Hello crafty friends, today I have another layout based on a sketch. I have used a Page Maps sketch and agin I have gone with a 8.5×11 inch layout. I have gone bright and bold using the new gorgeous Storyteller collection.

I chose a strong background for this layout and I must admit usually I avoid stripes but the Brighter Days paper is wonderful with its large brushstroke strips broken with a little white. I need to use a white based paper next to provide a contrast, I have used the Oh My Heart paper. Before adhering this I added the smaller paper strips at the top and bottom. To be honest I just used some left over paper strips from the A5 paper pad.

Instead of creating a large title as the sketch shows, I chose one of the Pocket Cards, which still is my title but it adds another pretty paper layer. I added some of the heart puffy stickers over the printed hearts to add some definition and dimension to the pocket card.

I used two of the floral pocket cards to mat my photos, one larger floral print and one smaller. I added my photos with foam tape for dimension. I have used the same photo of my daughter and I, the colour one I cropped so our faces were more the focus and the other I converted to black and white.

Next was to add some embellishment clusters. Where the sketch has banners I added a floral bunch using the Floral Die Cut Ephemera, adding the circle puffy stickers to the centres of the flowers.

To the lower right of the layout I created a pretty embellishment cluster using the Die Cut Ephemera pack. Lastly I went back and added some tabs above and under my photos and a Wood Epoxy Button.

And there you have it, I love this sketch and next time I will try a 12×12 layout.

When your mojo is just not working always go to a sketch to kick things off, Often when I am having one of those days I often scrap lift my own layouts or use a sketch.

Thanks for stopping by today and have a wonderful and crafty week.

Rachel X

Storyteller | Happy | Rachel Lowe

Rachel Lowe 22/08/2022

Hello CVS friends! I wish I would journal more on my layouts, using my own handwriting but I struggle and therefore using other means to journal. Today I am sharing a rainbow fun layout when I have used Storyteller collection and the accessory stickers to add my journalling.

This double rainbow cut file is from the Silhouette Design store.

I have used the curve of the rainbow cut file to add my accessory stickers/journalling. I chose my phrases and then cut them as I needed to fit the curve. I know this is cheating but it does look good!!! I used Oh My Heart paper, using both sides to create my rainbow. You will see that I have used foam tape on some of the rainbow pieces so it didn’t look ‘flat’. Once I had done this I added accessory stickers on thee top curve to create my journalling. I chose a patterned background paper using Little Love paper.

Here I added the Storyteller puffy sticker hearts adding them to the hearts on the paper pieces of the rainbow. On the top rainbow I added a butterfly Wood Epoxy Button. Adding these embellishments prevents your layout looking ‘flat’ and adds texture.

I used Ditsy Daisy paper for my title HAPPY. I also added some of the letters with foam tape. I used the smaller pattern of this paper from the A5 paper pad which is perfect when you are creating smaller elements.

I created a small floral embellishment cluster using the floral die cut ephemera pack, just because I like flowers really but keeping in mind this layout is ‘busy’ in patterns and colours so not wanting to over do it.

I matted my 4×4 inch photo and added to the lower right of my page with foam tape, tucking under a banner tab to the top and then a phrase sentiment from the die cut ephemera under my photo. A black and white photo against these colours/patterns really pops.

This is a simple but fun layout to create. I love the font of the accessory sticker words/phrases and they really do work well on this layout as my storytelling of my photo.

As always thank you for stopping by today and look forward to sharing my next layout with you in September.

Rachel X

SO Sweet | Storyteller Collection | Michelle Stokes

Michelle Stokes 24/06/2022

HI All, its Michelle back here today with a new layout share featuring out BRAND NEW Storyteller Collection. Such a stunningly beautiful collection full of feminine patterns and oh so many sweet florals. And, if you know me well enough, you would absolutely be right in thinking that I jumped straight into the fussy cutting of ALL the florals before I even started the layout.

I thought it was time that this sweet little furry face made another appearance on the blog. Firstly because she’s just so stinkin cute, but also due to the lack of decent photos I’m getting from a certain 11 year old in my household haha.

To create the layout I grabbed the SPRING FLING and OH MY HEART papers and cut giant triangles (from the reverse side patterns) to overlap the majority of the bottom of the white cardstock background, adding machine stitching down the lightly distressed edges. I chose these two designs as they complimented each other well, and worked perfectly as a base for the giant clusters of fussy cut florals to stand out

I used the green pattern paper from the A5 paper stack to create layers under the black and white photo. Rather than using 1 full piece, I cut them into different sized shapes and layered randomly together before adhering to the layout using pieces of foam sheet for a little extra dimension.

I created a long line of floral clusters sprouting out from either end of the photo stack in a diagonal line using fussy cut pieces from both the 12×12 and A5 version of the SPRING FLING paper

I also added some fussy cut butterflies (FLY AWAY) , puffy stickers, accessory stickers and ephemera pieces to create added interest within the clusters.

I added more florals, ephemera, puffy and accessory stickers to fill up the open white space at the top of the layout

And lastly the title, using the awesome foam title stickers. So many title combinations to be made from one very versatile set, definitely an item to add to cart if you are purchasing this collection.

Here’s a closer look at all the pretty florals under the photo. You can see I’ve also added the usual sprinkle of gold ink to finish it all off.

And one final look at the whole layout

Well thats all from me today, thanks so much for stopping by. I hope you’ve enjoyed seeing the first creation I’ve made using our BRAND NEW Collection – Storyteller. Cant wait to see what you all create with it too

Until next time, Happy Scrapping!
Michelle x

Gamer Kids | Sunkissed Collection | Michelle Stokes

Michelle Stokes 23/02/2022

Hey Hey! It’s Michelle back here today with a fun new layout share as part of our fortnightly Throwback Thursday feature. This week I dipped into my Sunkissed stash to brighten up the place, and because I was having so much fun creating my last layout for the Scraplift theme, I fell down that rabbit hole again too!

I lifted a layout of mine from quite a few years back that incorporates a beautiful heart cut file from CUT to YOU, a bunch of florals and a mixed font title. I kept all the same similar elements and just switched up the collection to show off the bright and beautiful colours within the Sunkissed Collection.

I chose to document a sweet moment of Leila and our super sweet little pup Daisy, both focused on smashing buttons while playing something on the Switch. It’s not often these days that you can find Daisy alert, awake and happy to sit still for a photo as she’s either VERY lively, or snuggled up next to someone fast asleep.

I backed the photo using the darker blue print from the ‘Bright Side‘ paper, theres a pretty pink version of the same print in the A5 paper stack too that I’ve used to back a section of the awesome heart cut file from CUT to YOU. On that note, a majority of patterns used to back the cut file can be found in the A5 paper stack. The cut file was cut out on white cardstock and once filled with pretty papers, adhered to the layout using foam tape to give a slight hint of dimension.

Under the photo I created the first of 2 large floral clusters, most of which are made using fussy cut flowers from the ‘Growing Wild‘ papers in both the 12×12 and A5 paper sizes. I added some ephemera pieces, a wood button and some accessory sticker words to finish this one off

and then up in the top right corner of the layout I added the second major cluster using the same decorative elements to compliment the first cluster. Both clusters use a mix of adhesives to create different layers of dimension within the floral goodness.. Most used would be my trusty double sided foam tape and some sticky dots.

I went back in time to find these alpha stickers in my stash as I was after something not quite as bright as the white I usually add to layouts. These are a pretty grey(ish) colour with little white polka dots all over, perfect for this kind of layout as they don’t blend in with the cut file, and don’t stand out too much to take away the focus from the photo and cut file. Released way back when, with the Free Spirit Collection. Now thats a throwback item for sure! The gold heart and ‘these’ word are the very last remnants in my pack of the awesome gold glitter words from the Sunkissed Collection. My most favourite word sticker pack by far!

Oh and I cant forget to mention the very awesome background pattern paper I used for this layout, Summer Lights, reminds me of a delicious Mocktail/ Juice creation that I enjoyed many years ago. Gives off bright summer sunset vibes too.

Well friends, thats all from me today. Thanks so much for stopping by and taking a quick journey back to enjoy the beautiful Sunkissed Collection. It truly is one of my most favourite collections of all time. I just love the bright happy colours in this collection, they make me want to make ALL the happy scrappy things!

Until Next time, Happy Scrapping
Michelle x

BLOOM | THESE DAYS | GWEN WRUCK

Gwen Wruck 17/08/2021

Hi Creative Friends,

Gwen with you on the blog today sharing a new layout using the ‘These Days’ collection. We are doing a bit of a Scrap-lift on the blog this week and I’m super excited to be inspired by a layout created by Laura Alberts. I’ve included an image below of her layout so you can see all the inspiration I’ve had for my page.

There is so much about Laura’s page that inspires me. I was first drawn to the frames in her background and their grid like format. Then I was drawn to her black and white portrait image finished off with a striking black border on her layout. For my layout, I simply started with those three elements and went from there. I’ve pulled from my stash the same black and white pattern paper she has used for her outside edge (More than Words Collection – Gossamer) and then teamed it with the latest ‘These Days’ collection. I’ve also found a black and white portrait photo to use, just as she has. This one is a photo of me and I thought, why not use it, I don’t scrapbook myself nearly enough 🙂 I know I’m also going to use some butterfly embellishments just as she has in her page.

For the background of the layout, I’m using the ‘Home Grown’ pattern paper. I love using pattern paper rather than card stock for my page backgrounds, this one is a pretty shade of yellow. I’ve then pulled out a cut file from CUT to YOU, this one is a lovely mix of floral and frames. I wanted to replicate the frames on Laura’s layout here. I have gone ahead and backed the cut file using the A5 paper pad and then left the frames all open so that my lovely yellow background will show through.

Next, I’ve backed my photo and then fussy cut out a few of the pretty frames from the ‘Wall of Frame’ pattern paper. I’m going to use these to layer into the frames in my cut file for something different. This is a great way to give a bit of a backed look to the cut file, without the hard work. The frames in this pattern paper are super quick to fussy cut out. I’m using both of these elements taking inspiration from the frames in the background of Laura’s page.

I have positioned my photo to the left of the page so that you can see most of the floral elements in my cut file on the right. From there, I’ve created three embellishment clusters using lots of elements from the collection.

I’ve featured elements from the ‘Die Cut Ephemera pack’ as well as florals from the ‘Floral Ephemera’ pack. For the title of my page, I’m going with a sticker that says ‘Bloom where you are planted’ from the ‘Accessory Sticker Sheet’. I’ve also used the typed sentiment stickers on the bottom of that sheet adding them to my page with foam tape for dimension.

To finish up the page, I’ve added in 3 of the ‘Wooden Buttons’ and they really help draw the eye around the layout as well as adding some lovely texture to the page.

I’ve also made a YouTube process video which you can watch here:

Thanks for popping by today, I hope you enjoyed seeing the details in my layout and that it has inspired you in some way 🙂

Until next time,

Gwen

GO SEE DO | SUNKISSED | GWEN WRUCK

Gwen Wruck 03/05/2021

Hi Creative Friends,

Gwen back on the blog today with a new share featuring the ‘Sunkissed‘ collection. Today I’m documenting a recent family outdoor adventure on a weekend away and what better collection to do that with than this one! I just love its outdoor feel and the bright happy colours, it’s perfect for all kinds of adventures.

To begin my page I’ve created the background using the ‘Just Chillin‘ pattern paper. For this page, I’ve used the A and B side of this design, so be sure to grab a couple for your stash. The B-side is the woodgrain and the A-side features sweet puffy clouds. I was so drawn to use the clouds as my background of my layout, they are the cutest! and I just wanted something really fun, bright and happy for this page.

Next up, I’ve backed a cut file title design, this one from CUT to YOU. For this, I’ve used the ‘A5 Paper Stack‘ and chosen one of the exclusive patterns which you can see above, it’s that striking blue pattern. This design is only available in the A5 paper stack. I’ve teamed it with a similar pattern in the pink but this time I’ve used the ‘Growing Wild‘ 12 x 12 pattern paper. You can see above the difference in the size of the print. I find it fun to mix and match papers in the A5 paper stack format with the regular 12 x 12 sheets.

I’ve also backed my photos using the A5 Paper Stack and added my signature stitching for extra detail. I’ve then positioned my photos and bold title centred on the page. The photos are flat on the background, but I have raised up the title here with some foam tape.

Now it’s time to embellish! For this, I’ve started with the ‘Die Cut Floral Ephemera‘ and ‘Die Cut Ephemera‘ packs. Both include super fun elements to add to my page. I’ve just mixed and matched and auditioned everything until I was happy with the placement. I decided on a couple of small clusters for this page, it didn’t need too much extra given I’ve used two photos and the large title piece.

Next, I’ve included some elements from the ‘Puffy Stickers‘ pack as well as a couple of ‘Wood Epoxy Buttons‘. Both of these are fab ways to add texture and interest to your page, I love the sweet elements in these packs.

Lastly, I’ve added some of the typed sentiments from the ‘Accessory Sticker Sheet‘ in the collection. I like to add these with foam tape for a little more dimension. They are a great way to help support your photos and help tell your story.

Thanks so much for popping by today, I hope my page has inspired you in some way. If you’d like to see me create this layout, you can watch it here:

Until next time,

Gwen

GO SEE DO | SUNKISSED | GWEN WRUCK

Gwen Wruck 03/05/2021

Hi Creative Friends,

Thanks so much for popping by today, I hope my page has inspired you in some way. If you’d like to see me create this layout, you can watch it here:

Until next time,

Gwen

HAPPY TIMES | HAPPINESS | GWEN WRUCK

Gwen Wruck 03/03/2021

Hi Creative friends,

Gwen back on the blog with a new share and today I’m stash busting once more. It’s ‘Throwback Thursday’ and I thought it might be fun to pull out my stash of the ‘Happiness‘ collection. I also thought it might be fun to scrapbook an older photo of my daughter for this one. This photo was taken quite a few years back now celebrating her wins at a local swimming carnival.

For this layout, I was really drawn to use the bright colours in this collection and team them with a black and white photo. I was also keen to use one of the prints as my background for the page and decided on the ‘Little Things‘ pattern paper. It’s pretty bold for a background print, but I really love it. I’ve also added a frame to my background using a floral from the collection, this one called ‘Botanical Bliss’. To finish the frame off, I’ve used a contrasting coloured thread and stitched it around the outer edge. I’ve also used this stitching on my photo.

Next, I’ve used the ‘Meadow’ pattern paper to back a cut file. This one is from CUT to YOU. I have cut the file quite large so that it acts as a background feature for my page. It also has two positions for photos in it which makes the photo placement really easy. As I only have one picture for this layout, I’m going to use the other photo block as a spot for my title. This is going to be a centered design, so I’m careful to make sure everything is positioned nice and straight and perfectly centered on my background.

I’ve chosen the ‘Good Vibes’ pattern paper to back my photo, it contrasts beautifully with the pink tones in the ‘Meadow’ paper. I’ve also raised my photo on foam for some dimension.

For my embellishments, I’ve used elements from the ‘Ephemera Pack’. There are lots to choose from in these packs, they really go a long way. The title ‘Happy Times’ is also from the Ephemera pack, but there is also a ‘Die Cut Titles’ pack in this collection which includes a STACK of fun layout titles. I’ve also included a flair button from the ‘Flair Buttons’ pack to round out my top right-hand side cluster. The ‘Good Vibes’ banner sticker which you can see below is from the ‘Accessory Sticker Sheet’.

When positioning my embellishments, I’ve focused them in the top right square section of the cut file and then worked them down towards the bottom left-hand side of the page where my photo is. The main idea here is to help lead the eye down towards the photo.

To finish the page, I’ve fussy cut out some of the pretty butterflies from the ‘Bright and Beautiful‘ pattern paper. I love using fussy cut elements as embellishments and as they are essentially a piece of pattern paper, they are very inexpensive so would definitely recommend picking up some designs like this one. I tend to fussy cut a bunch in advance so that I have them ready to go when creating. I’ve also been sure to include some of the typed sentiments from the ‘Accessory Sticker Sheet’, these are always a nice finishing touch to a page.

I hope you enjoyed seeing how this layout came together, now is the perfect time to stash bust if you are waiting for the arrival of the new ‘Sunkissed’ collection.

Thanks for popping by today,

Until next time,

Gwen

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Family | Heart & Home Collection | Michelle Stokes

My Birthday | Happy Days Collection | Michelle Stokes

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Storyteller | Happy | Rachel Lowe

SO Sweet | Storyteller Collection | Michelle Stokes

Gamer Kids | Sunkissed Collection | Michelle Stokes

BLOOM | THESE DAYS | GWEN WRUCK

GO SEE DO | SUNKISSED | GWEN WRUCK

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