Elle's Studio: October Kit Projects!

 

Hi Friends! 

Welcome back for more Elle's Studio awesomeness with the 

October Kit reveal! 

If you haven't seen it yet, you can check out ALL the amazing new things HERE!

And here's a quick look at a couple gorgeous pages I've created with it all...

"Autumn Fun" - 12 x 12 scrapbook layout

Fall is always my favorite color! 

Isn't this stunning?! 

Let's take a closer look...

I adore the stitching around the heart - such a beautiful detail for a note card! 

But it's the cascading Autumn Die Cuts leaves that really have my heart...

Just divine!!! 

But if Autumn warmth and golden days aren't quite your thing, don't worry!

Here's a more crisp and cool Fall page,

"This Is Everything" - 12 x 12 scrapbook layout

How awesome is this?! 

Super fresh and contemporary for my cool guy! 

Here's a more detailed look...

This is everything! 

The October Kit & Add-ons couldn't possibly be any better! 

Shop ALL the new things HERE

I hope my projects have inspired you today!

Thanks for stopping by, 

 til next time, 

Happy Arty Days, 

Amanda xo  

Elle's Studio: September Kit & Inspiration!

 

Hi Crafters! 

Welcome back for more Elle's Studio awesomeness!

I can hardly believe it's September already - where has the year gone? 

Regardless, it's the 10th, and we all know that means our monthly Kit from Elle's Studio is now available! Yay! 

Check it out below...

September 2021 Kit

So much Fall fabulousness this month! 

& the September New Releases are just as amazing too...

WHOA!!! I.can't even! SO good! 

& the September Digitals don't disappoint either...

I think it's safe to say that it's another wonderful month of crafting ahead thanks to Elle's Studio!

***Shop ALL the new releases HERE***

Time for some inspiration, here's what I've crafted with these lovelies so far....

"Blessed" - 12 x 12 inch scrapbook layout

I don't document my own stories very often, but I have so much to be thankful for that I couldn't resist creating this page! I am so truly blessed! 

Elle's Studio Supplies: September 2021 Kit, Banner Stickers, Wood Veneer Leaves, Thankful 6 x 8.5 inch Paper Stack, Home Sewn Stitches Stamp, Thankful Stamp & Red Jane Alphabet Stickers.

Other supplies: Altenew Red Cosmos Pigment Ink Bundle, Altenew Permanent Black Crisp Dye Ink, & Enamel Dots. 

Here's a closer look...

When the stamps are this good, you just have to feature them! 

You'll spy both the Home Sewn Stitches Stamp & the Thankful Stamp - aren't they awesome?! 

And speaking of awesome, how about those Wood Veneer Leaves?  

So very beauti-Fall! 

To demonstrate the versatility of this month's kit, I've opted for a very different look for my next project...

"My Heart Is Full" - 12 x 12 inch scrapbook layout

Minimalist magic! Because sometimes less is really more! 

Elle's Studio Supplies: September 2021 Kit, Banner Stickers, Wood Veneer Banners, Thankful 6 x 8.5 inch Paper Stack, & Home Sewn Stitches Stamp. 

Here's a few close ups for you...

Love those layers!!!

So awesome! 

I'll be back a little later this month with more September inspiration - in the meantime, don't forget to Shop ALL the new things HERE! 

Thanks so much for stopping by today, 

til next time, 

Happy Arty Days, 

Amanda xo  

Elle's Studio: Use Your Scraps from the August Kit!

 

Hi Creative Friends! 

Welcome back for more Elle's Studio inspiration!

Today I am sharing some of my top tips to stretch the August kit & add ons! 

I only had one of the 3 x 4 inch journal cards left from my August 2021 Kit - but that didn't stop me from creating a full 12 x 12 inch page! Here's what I crafted...

"High Five" 

Wow! Such an amazing layout & you'd never guess that I was short on supplies!

 

Elle's Studio Supplies Featured: August 2021 Kit, Lizzy Alphabet Stamp, Proud Of You Die Cuts, 

Light Teal Cardstock Basic Shape Stickers, & August Labels.  

Here are my top tips on using your scraps! 

1. Add a mixed media base! A splash of paint, and some cleverly repeated stamping will create the illusion of 'more'.  I used the packaging technique to apply my blue watercolor paints, and then repeat stamped the scallop icon from the amazing Lizzy Alphabet Stamp.

2. Labels are everything! The humble label is such a useful and versatile embellishment. 

I cut a few of the August Labels (and August Kit Die Cuts labels) into half and tucked them under my photograph. So even though I only had the one journal card to mount my photo onto, I now had the appearance of a layered cluster. I also used labels to embellish my journaling (let the good times roll) and enhance the torn edges at the top of my page. Simple, but so effective! 

3. Die Cuts add interest, and dimension! Adding die cuts can really bring attention to certain page elements. I used the Proud of You Die Cuts to adorn my photo and make it the focal point. The die cuts also act as page builder, and create the illusion of a much fuller design - despite the lack of supplies. 

4. Use your stamps! Not only did I use the Lizzy Alphabet Stamp for my mixed media base, I also repeat stamped the stars from this stamp set to 'fill the gaps'. Using different colored inks or similar stamps in different sizes will also create the illusion of more embellishments on the page. 

5. Reveal 'snippets' of pattern paper to give the impression that there's more hiding! 

I tore the edges of my white cardstock base and stapled my left over paper scraps to the back of these tears. 

6. Make stickers do the hard work! The Light Teal Cardstock Basic Shape Stickers were perfect for tucking into my photo cluster. I also sprinkled some of the light teal stars around my page. 

7. Repetition is key! I opted for a simple color palette which I repeated to use in my embellishment selection. The over use of the same colors enhanced the design and gave it a more plentiful appearance. I also repeated the star shape throughout my layout. Again, the overuse of similar items really enforced the abundant look of the page.  

And there you have it! My top tips for stretching your supplies while we wait for our newest kit to arrive! I hope I have given you a few ideas to try! 

Thanks so much for visiting today, 

til next time, 

Happy Arty Days,

Amanda xo 

Elle's Studio: Product Focus: Pocket Envelope Metal Die Set

 

Hi Crafty Friends! 

Welcome back for even more Elle's Studio awesomeness!

Today I am shining the product spotlight on the brand new Pocket Envelope Metal Die!

As the name suggests, this fabulous die set is designed to create envelopes that fit inside a pocket page album - awesome, right? However, like all Elle's Studio products, they have been expertly designed to meet the needs of a variety of crafters! 

This die set is great for creating cards, happy mail packages, and even mini albums! For today's post, I wanted to share how I used the Pocket Envelope Metal Die to create an interactive, hidden journaling scrapbook page! Such a versatile little die! 

"Good Times" - 12 x 12inch scrapbook layout 

Oh, how cool is this?! Rainbow envelopes for the win! 

Elle's Studio Supplies: Pocket Envelope Metal Die, August 2021 Kit, Proud Of You Die Cuts, Chipboard Circle Stickers, Tiny Acrylic Stars, Adventure 6 x 8.5inch Paper Stack, & Good Times 6 x 8.5inch Paper Stack. 

Let's take a better look...

Such a bright and fun page, and this is only enhanced by the colorful pattern papers from both the Adventure & Good Times 6 x 8.5inch Paper Stacks. 

I organized my pocket envelopes into rainbow order, and labelled each one with the coordinating day of the week chipboard circle stickers.

I've also hidden a little note and or story for my son inside each of the envelopes - kind of like an Advent calendar with a lil surprise waiting inside! I love hidden journaling, and this is such a simple and effective way to incorporate more of it into my memory keeping pages. It's also really fun for my son to play and interact with his albums and find new joy in past memories too! 

In true ROYGBIV style, I ended the rainbow with a violet envelope. I tucked this one under my son's photograph, because he is the gold at the end of my rainbow! I also sprinkled some of the acrylic stars through my photo cluster in rainbow order too!

Favorite indeed! This boy has such an amazing spirit and heart - he is our happy and our 'Good Times'. The Proud Of You Die Cuts communicated this sentiment perfectly!  

Unlike the other pocket envelopes, I left the purple one open revealing the note card tucked inside. This is designed so my son would see it, and be encouraged to pull out the card. 

I embellished his photo cluster with a mix of die cuts, and chipboard stickers but my favorite adornment is that fussy cut pie chart from the August Kit - so cool! 

 Everything about this page is so carefully considered, and is so beautiful in it's simplicity. And all because of one very small, but very versatile Pocket Envelope Metal Die! What will you create with yours? The possibilities are endless! 

I hope my project inspired you today! 

Shop the Pocket Envelope Metal Die HERE & see more inspiration with it from our amazing Design Team - you'll be so glad you did! 

Thanks for stopping by!

til next time, 

Happy Arty Days, 

Amanda xo 

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

 

Hi Crafters! 

Welcome back for more Elle's Studio awesomeness!

It's time to reveal the August Kit and new release items & oh me, oh my! 

SO.much.amazingness this month! 

Here's a looksee...

August 2021 Exclusive Kit

Oh aren't those colors and patterns divine?!!

And the new releases are going to have you swooning too...

Wow! So much awesomeness in this release! 

I'd race and fill my cart (HERE) before it's all sold out (just sayin')! 

& let's not forget the fabulous August Note To Self Printables & Digital Cut Files...

It really is a spectacular release day! 

***Shop ALL the new things in the Elle's Studio shop HERE***

Time for some inspiration!

Here's what I've created so far this month...

"Sun Day Fun Day" - 12 x 12 inch scrapbook layout

Whoa! How awesome is this?!!

That stamped background is errrrrrything!!!

Elle's Studio Supplies: August 2021 Kit, Proud Of You Die Cuts, Light Teal Cardstock Basic Shape Stickers, Chipboard Circle Stickers, You Got This Stamp & Adventure 6 x 8.5inch Paper Stack.

Other Supplies: Asstd stamping ink pads, & machine stitching. 

Here's a few close ups of this stampendous page! 

Stamped circles for the win! 

The You Got This Stamp is my favorite stamp set from this release - so versatile! 

My favorite part of Summer is.... well, let's be honest, I'm just a Summer girl at heart! 

I'm pretty sure every Summer moment is my favorite part, but especially days spent at the beach with these two! 

The Proud Of You Die Cuts might seem to have a back to school theme, but honestly, they're super versatile too! And I'm loving all the pops of teal this month! 

You are amazing, indeed!

My second project focuses on all those fabulous school embellishments...

"Back to School" - 8.5 x11 inch scrapbook layout

Oh how cute! Back to school never looked so cool!

Elle's Studio Supplies: August 2021 Kit, 4 x 6 inch Notebook Journaling Tags, Proud Of You Die Cuts, Light Teal Cardstock Basic Shape Stickers, Chipboard Circle Stickers, Back To School Wood Veneers, & Adventure 6 x 8.5inch Paper Stack. 

Let's take a closer look...

Lots of the Proud Of You Die Cuts & Light Teal Cardstock Basic Shape Stickers here - 

but it's definitely the Back To School Wood Veneer title that wins the prize! SO cool!  

Here's a better look at it...

It really is super awesome!

Infact, everything in the August Kit and new releases is awesome! 

Fab-u-lous!!!

These new products are bound to sell out fast, be sure to snap yours up HERE before they're gone!

I really hope my projects have inspired you!

Thanks so much for visiting, 

til next time, 

Happy Arty Days,

Amanda xo 

Elle's Studio: Five on Friday Inspiration!

 

Hey Friends, Happy FriYAY!  

Welcome back for more Elle's Studio July Kit inspiration!

I can't wait to share what I've created using the exclusive July 2021 Kit and new release items! Today's post is all about highlighting 5 of the new products - hence, 5 on Friday! 

Let's get started! 

Firstly, here are the 5 products I've chosen to highlight...

1. July 2021 Kit die cuts

2. Adventure 6x 8.5inch Paper Stack

3. Cardstock Die Cut Tags

4. Navy Puffy Alphabet Stickers

and last, but by no means least,

5. Summertime Tabs Stamp

Wow! SO much awesomeness to craft with! Some might say the Fantastic Five! 

Here's what I came up with, 

"Vacay & Good Times" 

How awesome is this?! 

Five products, and five stars! You'd never know that this page was limited to only five products - so many wonderful details to admire! 

Elle's Studio Supplies: July 2021 Kit die cuts, Adventure 6 x 8.5inch Paper Stack, Cardstock Die Cut Tags, Navy Puffy Alphabet Stickers, and Summertime Tabs Stamp. 

Other: White Bazzill cardstock, black stamping ink, machine stitching. 

Let's take a closer look...

Firstly, let's talk all things pattern paper! 

I think it's only fair to say that the new Adventure 6 x8.5inch Paper Stack is a serious 'must-have' item! With 2 sheets of 15 designs it's easy to create the illusion of full size 12inch papers. I butted together two 2inch strips of the striped design paper and adhered them to the back of my distressed white cardstock base to form a 12 inch background paper. So cool! 

On the opposite side of my page, I layered two 6inch squares of the yellow striped paper over the top of my white cardstock. To build on my design, and to enhance my sunset photo I also machine stitched a pattern paper sunburst design over the striped yellow section. Plus, I even backed my photograph onto a paper base too! Pattern paper is definitely for the win!

And speaking of winning, how about the versatile use of the Navy Puffy Alphabet Stickers? Apart from the obvious title, I also used these stickers to emphasize the sunburst rays! Such an inventive way to utilize the exclamation marks! 

The June 2021 Kit die cuts were the perfect embellishment for adorning my photo, as well as filling some negative space. I combined the two tone banner with the Summertime Tabs Stamp to add a snip-it of storytelling to my page. 

To fill more of the negative space, I shadow stamped the 'fun in the sun' sentiment - also from the awesome Summertime Tabs Stamp.  

The Cardstock Die Cut Tags could be used in a myriad of ways, but I tucked mine beneath my photo to create even more visual attention. 

Really simple, and such effective approaches for maximizing 5 products! 

I hope my project has inspired you today! 

***Shop ALL the new Elle's Studio products HERE***

Thanks so much for stopping by, 

til next time,

Happy Arty Days, 

Amanda xo