Paper Issues: June Pinspire Me

Hi Creatives!

Welcome back for more Paper Issues awesomeness with the June edition of

Pinspire Me

This month's mood board is just a Summer delight! Check it out....

So bright, and fun! I couldn't wait to play along! 

Here's what I created.......

"So Much Fun"

Such fun, indeed! Love how bright and playful this is!

I've used the stunning Echo Park Summer Dreams collection, and been totally inspired by the Summer theme, bright colours and all the icy-poles (popsicles)!

I love how this just screams Summer Fun! So cool!

Here's a few closer shots for you.....

The Element Stickers in this line are really fun! I layered mine to achieve this fun look! 

I also had a lil fun with the Enamel Dots and Decorative Brads too! 

How cool are the new enamel puffy stickers?!! Super cool shades!

And that pattern paper is just awesome sauce! 

If you're like me, & you can't live without this Echo Park line you can

grab it here in the Paper Issues store

& REMEMBER: Use my code AMANDA & you'll save 20% off your total too!

I hope you feel inspired by my take on this month's Pinspiration!

 You can see more stunning inpiration from the rest of our talented team here

Thanks so much for stopping by, 

til next time, 

Happy Arty Days, 

Amanda xo 

Paper Issues: Scraplift Sunday!

Hi Creative Friends!

Welcome back for more Paper Issues awesomeness with Scraplift Sunday!

Today we're lifting this fabulous layout from the very talented Janet.....

I know, right?! Totally awesome! 

I am kinda enjoying vertical designs again, so I decided to rotate this design. 

Here's what I came up with....

"Happy Memories"

Omgoodness! Could this boy get any cuter?! Such a sweetie! Adore him to no end!

I've used the striking Elle's Studio: Live Laugh Love collection for this scraplift & I am just loving how it turned out!!! 

The bold colours against the white cardstock, as well as the veneers, really make this layout pop! 

So cool! 

Here's a closer view.......

All my heart, indeed! He truly makes us all happy - such a joyful lil man! 

Aren't those veneers just divine? Just look at that scalloped trim!

I should note that the solid black hearts are actually from Bella Blvd. They coordinate perfectly with the Elle's puffy sticker title! 

Lots of cool tabs, paper trims and Bits 'n' Pieces ephemera going on here! 

Can you believe that the all day, everryday is actually a washi sticker from this line too?!!So much awesomeness!!!

Needing some Elle's Studio for your stash? 

Grab it from the Paper Issues store here

& REMEMBER: Use my code AMANDA & you'll save 20% off your total spend - Yay!!!

Wanting more inspiration?
See what the rest of team has created for this super fun scraplift here

Thanks so much for stopping by today!

I hope you liked my take on Janet's fabulous design - I can't wait to see your take on it!

til next time, 

Happy Arty Days,

Amanda xo 

Paper Issues: June Free File Friday - Boy Theme!

Hello Lovelies!

Welcome back for another super fun edition of Paper Issues

Today we're using any Free File from the Paper Issues store to create a masculine page! 

Let's here it for the Boys, Dads, Sons, Brothers, Uncles etc in our lives!!!

I chose to use the NSD 2017 Free File for my layout!

Here's what that File looks like... 

 

Such a fun mix of designs here! 

Need it? You can download the FREE file here

(no purchase necessary for dowloading free files)

But enough chattering, let's see what I made with it!

Here's my layout, 

"Awesome"

Awesome indeed!!! 

How cool is that cut file title! La la LOVE this! 

I've used the Elle's Studio: Live Laugh Love line for this page of my Mr A for Awesome. 

SO much fun!!!!

Loving the pop colours - especially that red! It's his fave colour and is so striking! 

It took me a lil while to back those alphas, but I think the result was worth it! 

I've also embellished with a few Amy Tangerine clear stickers, and flair from Studio Fourteen40.

Let's take a closer look.....

Love this lil guy! Such a happy go lucky kiddo! 

Cool designs on the pattern papers, and the Bits 'n' Pieces in this collection are perfect for clustering with! 

But let's be honest, it's the cut file title that makes this layout.....

As well as backing the title with pattern paper, I've also used the wood veneer stars to create the letter cut-outs too! Totally awesome!

Hope my layout has inspired you today!

Love some Elle's Studio for your albums? 

Grab yours in the Paper Issues store here

& REMEMBER: Use my code AMANDA & you'll save 20% off your total spend! 

Need more Free File Friday inspiration? Visit the Paper Issues blog here

Thanks so much for stopping by, 

til next time, 

Happy Arty Days, 

Amanda xo 

Paper Issues: June Scrap Soup

Hi Creative Friends!

Welcome back for more Paper Issues awesomeness with this month's edition of 

Isn't this month's recipe fun?!!

Simply include the above listed items on your layout to play along! 

Note: You can use more of these items if you wish; this list is just the minimum requirement for your page! 

Here's what I created, 

"Summer"

La la love this!!! Summer has never been so much fun! 

I've used the new Echo Park Summer Dreams collection - it just sings happiness!

And yes, it's the second layout I have made this week using that rainbow plaid pattern paper, cos there's no such thing as too much plaid right?!!

I've also incorporated some of the 6 x 6 pattern papers into my design, but it's those Paper Fans that really make my layout! What a fun circle embellishment!!!

In keeping with all those circles, I have also used a mix of circular chipboard stickers, brads and enamel dots! So bright, fun and playful! Super sweet!

My title is from the Chipboard Stickers too - love it!

My fave circle would have to be this photo of my two darlings! Just divine!!!

And there you have it! 

Hope I have inspired you to get creating and play along!

Need the new Echo Park collections?! 

Grab yours in the Paper Issues store here

& REMEMBER: Use my code AMANDA to save 20% off your total spend! Yay!

Looking for more ideas & inspiration? Visit the official blog here

Thanks so much for stopping by!

til next time, 

Happy Arty Days, 

Amanda xo 

Paper Issues: June Take 5 Tuesday

Hi Everyone!

Welcome back for another edition of Paper Issues: Take 5 Tuesday!

You know how much I LOVE this monthly challenge - simply take 5 things from the list below and create!

Isn't this month's list fun?!!

Here's what I came up with....

"Summer"

Nawww! I love this photo of my two darlings playing beneath the jetty! 

Such happy memories!

I've used the gorgeous new Echo Park: Summer Dreams collection and had an absolute blast playing with all those super cute embellishments! 

You'll spy that I used blue, green, plaid, a tag, and title for my 5! There's probably a couple extras in the mix too, but hey, whose counting when we're having such scrap happy fun?!!

I absolutely LOVE how bright, and playful this Summer line is! I mean, just look at that gorgeous rainbow plaid!!! AND flamingos!!!

Let's take a closer look......

Chipboard, ephemera, puffy stickers, enamel dots, element stickers, layered stickers and even pretty brads - this collection has it ALL!

I used a few flamingos on this design to mimic my two in the photo - how random that they both had their legs bent like flamingos & at the same time?!! LOL! Literally, just chillin' with my flock ;)

How super cute are the icecreams and paddle pops too?!! Perfect for Summer layouts!

Here's a closer look at that fabulous puffy sticker title....

SO awesome! I can't recommend this collection enough - just stunning!!!!

Grab your Echo Park collections here in the Paper Issues store

& REMEMBER: Use my code AMANDA and you'll save 20% off your total spend - Yay!!!

Need more inspirational ideas? Visit the Paper Issues blog here

Thanks so much for stopping by!

I can't wait to see your takes on this super fun challenge!

til next time, 

Happy Arty Days, 

Amanda xo 

Paper Issues: June New Issue Monday!

Hi Everyone!

Welcome back for a new edition of 

New Issue Monday 

at Paper Issues!

This month's issue is:

Friends-aversary

Suggested ideas: There's always a reason to celebrate, so create a project about friendship, wedding, anniversaries, birthdays and more or make a page about your best friend.

I created this page about my children - who are siblings by chance but very much FRIENDS by choice!

"Live Laugh Love"

I love this photo! It really shows the love and safety they feel when connected!

Just divine!

I have used the NEW Elle's Studio: Live Love Laugh line - it's so fresh and fun!!!

Check out that acrylic title! Love all the veneers and washi in this collection too!

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

Love all those tabs! Such a fun adornment to my photo!

So very sweet! Love it all!

Need Elle's Studio? Grab yours from the Paper Issues store here 

& REMEMBER: Use my code AMANDA to save 20% off your total spend! Yayyyyyy!!!

Looking for more New Issue inspiration?

Visit the Paper Issues blog here.

Thanks so much for stopping by!

I hope you feel inspired by my take on the Friends-avesary issue!

til next time, 

Happy Arty Days, 

Amanda xo 

Paper Issues: June Sketchy Saturday

Hi Happy Arty Days Friends!

Welcome back for the June edition of Paper Issues

Yay! Who doesn't love a great sketch?!! 

Here's what this month's looks like.....

So much fun! I couldn't wait to play along!!!

I've been hoarding (saving!) my stash of Fancy Pants Designs Golden Days line for our Aussie Autumn weather - finally I can break into it!

Here's my Fall page, 

"Fall Days"

How awesome is my Mister A?!! Love this cool kid! 

The Golden Days line is just a perfect match for his tree climbing adventures! 

Masculine and fun, & with coordinating woodgrain and cork embellishments it's just THE best Fall line around!

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

How cool are the enamel dots?! 

Love the layered patterned papers too! That plaid is divine!!!

More embellishment awesomeness here! Loving the flair!

And the gold foil touches.....

Such a fun take on this month's sketch! 

Hope I have inspired you to play along!

Need supplies? Visit the Paper Issues store here

& REMEMBER: Use my code AMANDA to save 20% off your total spend! Yay!!!

Looking for more scrap happy inspiration? Visit the Paper Issues blog here!

Thanks so much for stopping by today!

til next time, 

Happy Arty Days, 

Amanda xo