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Showing posts with label April. Show all posts

Altenew April 2019 Stamp/Die/Stencil/Paper Pack Release Blog Hop + Giveaway






Hi Friends! 

Welcome to the Happy Arty Days blog! 

I am so super excited to be participating in the 
Altenew April 2019 Stamp/Die/Stencil/Paper Pack Release 
Blog Hop + Giveaway!

There are so many incredible new products this month & trust me when I say you'll be wanting them all - SO good!!!!
***View & shop all the new releases in the Altenew Shop HERE***

Whoa! With so many gorgeous new products, 
this is one epic blog hop! 
And like all good blog hops, 
there are some incredible giveaways!!!

Prizes:
To celebrate this release, Altenew is giving away a $50 gift certificate to 6 lucky winners!
Please leave a comment on the Altenew Card Blog and/or Altenew Scrapbook Blog by 4/22/2019 for a chance to win.

Altenew will also draw a winner to receive a $20 gift certificate from the comments left on each designer’s blog on the blog hop list below. So be sure to leave a comment every stop of the way!
All winners will be announced on the Altenew Card Blog on 5/4/2019.

If you've just arrived here from the amazing Sveta Fotinia's blog, then you're in the right place! 
If not, or you're a lil unsure, here's the full hop list....

With the formalities taken care of, let's get straight into the good stuff! 
I've got quite a lot of inspiration to share with you, so I'll keep my write up short. 
If you have any questions about how I created a certain project please be sure to direct message me on my instagram account HERE, so I can reply. 
Thanks so much & I hope you enjoy seeing my creations! 

First up, is this divine layout....


Isn't this gor-jus?!!

Altenew Supplies: A Study In Watercolor Stamp Set, A Study In Watercolor Die Set, Summer Garden 6 x 6 Paper Pack, Deep Blue Seas Mini Cube Set.

Here's a better look at this pretty page.....


So much gorgeousness here! 
I am absolutely crushing on the cascading foilage fussy cut from the Summer Garden Paper Pack, and then enhanced by the A Study In Watercolor Stamp & Die Set. La la LOVE!


By coordinating the A Study In Watercolor stamped die cuts with the Summer Garden pattern paper, I am able to disguise the fact that this is 6" x 6" paper. Such a clever way to incorporate 6" x 6" paper into our 12 x 12 scrapbook layouts!

Those stamped layers are errrrrrything!!!


You'll also spy more of the Summer Garden paper at the base of this layout. By butting 2 of the same paper together it also creates the illusion of a 12" paper. So cool! 
I also layer more of the A Study In Watercolor stamped die cuts beneath my photo for added interest & impact! 


Absolutely beautiful!

My second layout also features the gorgeous Summer Garden 6 x 6 Paper Pack.....


Oh how pretty!!!

Altenew Supplies: Weekend Doodles Stamp, Weekend Doodles Die Set, Summer Garden 6 x 6 Paper Pack, Cherry Blossom Mini Cube Set, Permanent Black Crisp Ink. 

Let's take a closer look....


Wow! 

Like my previous layout, I have cleverly positioned the pattern paper to create the illusion of 12" paper. I have also been inspired by the color in this paper, and used it with my Weekend Doodles Stamp. Isn't the result stunning?! 


I stamp the sentiment directly onto my layout with black ink - LOVE!
But it's those layered Weekend Doodles stamped die cuts that really have my heart...



So intricate & divine!


Perfect for my pretty girl! 

Next up, is a very fresh and contemporary scrapbook layout....


Sigh! So refreshing, indeed! 

Altenew Supplies: A Study In Watercolor Stamp, A Study In Watercolor Die Set, Alluring Blooms    6 x 6 Paper Pack, Sweet Moments Paper Pack, Deep Blue Seas Mini Cube Set. 

Here's a better look....


Yes!!! 
I just adore everything about this page! 
I create the watercolor base by pressing the Turquoise Ink onto an acrylic plate and adding water. Voila! Instant liquid watercolors from our fave dye inks! 


I love the 'washy' appearance of the liquid watercolor base so much, that I also use my wet paint brush over a few of my A Study In Watercolor stamped die cuts. This really softens their appearance! I also use the A Study In Watercolor Die Set with the Alluring Blooms 6 x 6 pattern paper to add a hint more color to my design! 
I use this same paper & another from the Sweet Moments 6 x 6 Paper Pack to create the trims at the top and bottom of my layout. 


So simple, and so very beautiful! 

And last, but by no means least,
a trio of cards for all our card making friends! 


So sweet! 
And perfect for a variety of occasions!

Altenew Supplies: Spring Meadow Cover Die, Blushing Blooms 6 x 6 Paper Pack, Geometric Landscape Stamp Set, Permanent Black Crisp Ink. 

Here's the first card I made....


Oh so pretty & just perfect for a newborn baby girl! 
That Spring Meadow Cover Die is just so intricate!
Loving those yellow inset details too!

My second card has a more 'grown up' color palette, but is equally as beautiful....


I feature the Geometric Landscape Stamp as the sentiment, which I stamp directly onto that lovely Blushing Blooms paper! 
So gorgeous! 

My third card is perfect for birthdays, Easter celebrations or even Spring! 


So pretty! 
Again, I have used the Geometric Landscape stamp for the sentiment. 
Clean, & bold and simply lovely!


Wow! 
Told you this release was EPIC!!!
Absolutely Stunning!!!
I hope you feel inspired! 

***Please remember to leave a comment to go in the draw to win a $20 Altenew Gift certificate***

Time to send you hopping on to the wonderful Susan Wymer's blog HERE
Good luck with the giveway prizes
& thanks so much for visiting!

til next time, 

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Elle's Studio: April Kit & New Releases Inspiration!





Hi Friends! 

Welcome back for more Elle's Studio awesomeness! 
Every month Elle Price wows us with more gorgeous memory keeping products 
& this month is no different! 
Check out the amazing April Exclusive Kit.....



Told you it was amazing! SO good!
Those colors and designs are so bright & fun!
And we all know that the add on items are always super incredible....




LOVEEEEEE!!! 
That Wander clear stamp totally has me!
And let's not forget the fabulous digital cut files & printables for this month....



Yay! 

Here's what I've created with these products so far.....

"Love This"


Sigh! Isn't this the sweetest 8.5'" x 11" layout?! I just adore those cascading hearts!
Told you that Wander stamp had me ;) SO good!

Elle's Studio Supplies: April Exclusive Kit, Wander Stamp, Shapes & Dots Puffy Stickers, Butterflies & Flowers Puffy Stickers, Love This Wood Veneer, Days of the Week Phrase Stickers, Pastel Labeled Journaling Tags, April Labels, Springtime 6 x 6 Paper Pack. 
Other Supplies: White cardstock, sequins, and stamping inks - pink, cyan & violet. 

Here's a closer look for you....


Loving all those tucked in pieces and layered embellishments! Heart this, indeed!


To coordinate with the pretty color scheme, I fussy cut those labels from the Pastel Labeled Journaling Tags. Such a fun way to incorporate these pocket cards into your scrapbook pages. Speaking of incorporating pocket cards into layouts, how about that lovely trim on the left hand side of my page?! Yes, both strips have actually been cut from the 6 x 4" cards! Awesome!


You'll also spy some of the sweet die cuts from the April Exclusive Kit here. I foam mount them for added dimension and interest.  
And the Love This Wood Veneer is just the best veneer title ever!!!


Love it! 

My second project today is a fresh and contemporary scrapbook layout, 

"Wander" 


Wow! Such a clean and fresh Summer page! 

Elle's Studio Supplies: April Exclusive Kit, Shapes & Dots Puffy Stickers, Typewriter Keys Puffy  Alphabet Stickers, Wander Acrylic, Days of the Week Phrase Stickers, April Labels, Springtime 6 x 6 Paper Stack, Noteworthy 12 x 12 Paper collection. 
Other Supplies: Sewing machine & thread, staples, baking paper. 

Here's a closer look for you......

More Of This, for sure!!!
The glossy white Wander Acrylic looks amazing positioned over my photograph, and really draws you into the heart of my page and story. 
Like my previous layout, I've opted for lots of layered goodness with the April Kit and embellishments!


Love!


Puffy Stickers (& Dots) add the perfect finishing touch! 

I hope my projects have inspired you to get creating with this month's kit! 

***You can order the kit & ALL the new releases in the Elle's Studio shop here***

Be sure to stop by a lil later in the month for more Elle's Studio inspiration!
Thanks so much for visiting, 
til next time, 

Happy Arty Days, 
Amanda xo 

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Elle's Studio: April New Releases!!!




Hi Friends!

I am SO excited about this month's
Kit Reveal at Elle's Studio! 
I know - I say this every month, but seriously April is amazing!
To make it even more exciting, the all new NOTEWORTHY collection is now available too! Yayyy!
So much awesomeness this month!
Before I share my first projects, let's take a quick look at all these new releases....

First up, the exclusive April Kit! 



Loving the mix of colors and patterns here! So good!

And let's not forget the fabulous Add-Ons...


The Acrylics! The Stamps! The Stickers and Veneers! I NEED it all!!!
How about the Currently Printables & Digital Cut Files....



So.much.awesome!!!

And the icing on the cake is definitely the all new NOTEWORTHY collection....

Told you this month is AMAZING!!!!
Now you know why!

You can shop ALL the New Releases HERE.

Wanna see my first two creations with these fabulous products? (I've been having fun!)

First up is my layout with the April Kit - I'm documenting the everyday adventures...

"Outdoor FUN"


Everyday happiness, indeed! 
Nothing more magical than getting outdoors and enjoying the day with this Mr Cool! 
Life is a grand adventure!
The acrylic subtitle is so exquisitely cut and is the perfect adornment to this sweet page!
Here's a couple close ups for you.....


Loving the 3 x 4 card layers beneath my photo - the colours and patterns are just perfect for this happy moment! 
& how awesome are those add-on  Acrylic Stars?!!


It's no secret that I heart all the stickers, 
and the Adventure Puffy Stickers are no exception!
So good!

But what about the new NOTEWORTHY line?!! 
This collection is just bursting with bright colours & I couldn't wait to play with them all....

"Favorite" 


So magical! All the happy vibes! 
I am just in LOVE with that rainbow stripe pattern paper from the 6 x 6 Paper Stack! 
You can see how it inspired my design - use all the pretty colours!!! 
And then coordinate with all the pretty embellishments! 
Here's a closer look...


All the pretty things!!! La la LOVE it all!


The Acrylic Stars are from the April Add-Ons - they really compliment the NOTEWORTHY collection!


Everyone dreams of being a unicorn (or at least magical) just once in their lives, right? 
So why not document all those crazy, happy, silly details?! 

No denying that NOTEWORTHY has my heart already!!!

And there you have it!
A quick look at my first layouts with the fabulous Elle's Studio: April New Releases!

*Remember: Elle's Studio kits sell out super fast, 
so to avoid disappointment, get yourself a monthly subscription HERE*

I can't wait to share more Elle's Studio awesomeness with you a lil later in the month!
(& I am excited to see what you'll create with these products too!) 
Thanks so much for visiting today, 
til next time,

Happy Arty Days, 
Amanda xo 

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Elle's Studio: Digital Cut Fun Part 2!




Hi Creative Friends! 
Welcome back for more Elle's Studio inspiration!  

As you already know, I am just crazy for the monthly Digital Cut Files!
& today I am expanding on that love with

 Digital Cut Fun: Part 2! 

***If you missed Digital Cut Fun you can go back and check it out HERE***

Today's focus is on combining those awesome digital files with the monthly printable designs - yay!
Here's what the March set looks like....


Totally awesome, huh?!

I just adore all the cute bunny designs in the latest Happy Day Printables set, and couldn't resist creating an Easter page with them!

Here's my layout, 
"Bunny Love"


Oh the cuteness! Does it get any sweeter than this?!! And yes, yes, yesssss to all the bunnies!

You'll be surprised just how super easy it is to re create this look! 
Simply open the Happy Days Printables and select the images you wish to print. Edit sizes according to your needs & print away!
 I was super lazy and selected my images and just hit the 'share' & 'print' options in Microsoft Windows. I selected my sizes according to the options in Print Pictures. 
Yes, it's honestly that easy! 
 Fussy cut them out (or if you're really clever print & cut with your silhouette software) and voila! Rabbit season!
I especially love the heart icon which I over size to create the cut file bunnies tummy with! 
And speaking of cut files, here's how I created those sweet big feature bunnies....


Enlarge the white tail bunny digital design to 11 inches in height, left align the image and cut it out with white cardstock. Keep the cut out to use as a future template, and use the bunny 'hole' or negative to back with pattern papers. I love the softness and whimsy of the gray stars design in the Live Laugh Love 6 x 6 Paper Stack. As I opted to use 6 x 6 papers, I rounded the bunny chin & glued it over the other sheet of paper to avoid the appearance of ugly join marks. I then add that extra large heart icon to create the bunny tummy. So cute! Using black cardstock scraps, I snip out a nose and eyes for our sleepy bunny. A pink bow and faux stitching (black felt tip pen) complete the main rabbit. 


For the second pattern paper rabbit, you will need your previously cut out rabbit template. Position the template over the paper you wish to use. I chose the pretty pink hearts from the Live Laugh Love collection because they coordinated perfectly with the heart icon printable, and then it's a simple trace & cut! SO easy! Apply the faux stitching and glue into position. 

Now it's time to make the bunny banner! 



Suspend some baker's twine onto the top right hand corner of your page, and glue into place. Take your Happy Days Printable bunnies and adhere them to the string like flags. Divide each bunny with a Puffy Sticker star from the March Kit & Add-Ons, and add a pom pom cotton tail to each one! Adorable!

Use more of your printed bunnies to both adorn & layer your photo onto....



You'll also spot a few items from our March Kit here ;)

I add more of the printed bunnies to the left side of my feature rabbit too! 
Complete your layout with Puffy Alphabet Stickers, Enamel Dots & Heart Of Gold Chipboard Stickers. 
Simple, fun and oh so perfect for Easter memory keeping!



Layering cut files with printables is super easy but looks so effective!
I hope you'll give this technique a try! 

Thanks so much for visiting today!
til next time, 

Happy Arty Days, 
Amanda xo 


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