Paper Issues: July Pinspire Me

Hi Creatives!

Welcome back for the July edition of  Paper Issues Pinspire Me challenge!

Here's the pinboard we're drawing inspiration from....

So pretty, huh?!!

I was immediately inspired by the circular shape & veneer of the logs, the 'so happy' reference and the colours!

Here's my layout, 

"Happy, So Happy"

Oh, this make me smile!!!

She is such a beautiful, sweet natured girl and this layout really reflects her delightful disposition!

I've combined Echo Park Paper Summer Dreams line with Cocoa Vanilla Studio Wild At Heart collection, and I just love the result! Such a pretty colour combination!

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

Love that Cocoa Vanilla Studio Rubber Charm, it layers perfectly with the Echo Park Die Cuts - super sweet!

So much prettiness!!!

Hope my layout has inspired you to get creating!

Need supplies before you get started?

Visit the Paper Issues store here

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

Looking for more pinspiration?

See what our talented team have created here

Thanks so much for stopping by!

til next time, 

Happy Arty Days, 

Amanda xo 

Paper Issues: July Project Pocket

Hi Everyone!

Welcome back for more paper crafting awesomeness with a new round of
  Paper Issues Project Pocket challenge!

This month the challenge is to create pocket pages that document some kind of holiday or celebration;

 ideas include 4th July, Christmas, Thanksgiving, birthdays, Easter etc.

I decided to document a recent birthday celebration, 

here's what I created....

How fun is this?!!

I've used the gorgeous Make A Wish collection from Cocoa Vanilla Studio - LOVE!!!

This collection was definitely made for documenting birthdays and celebrations!

Gorgeous birthday girl!!!

Let's take a closer look at page 1....

I like to use a lot of embellishments on my pockets,

 so to avoid my pockets from getting too bulky I attach most of my embellishments on the exterior of the pocket. 

How fabulous are the veneer candles ?!!

And that flair!!!

Here's a closer look at them both....

SO awesome!!!

Here's a better look at page 2....

You'll spy more awesome embellishments here, 

 as well as super pretty pattern papers! 

The chipboard stickers are a firm favourite of mine too....

WOW!!!

Make A Wish is just perfection for birthday pocket pages!

I hope you feel inspired by my pockets to play along!

Need supplies? No problem, visit the Paper Issues store here

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

Looking for more inspirational pocket page ideas? 

See what our amazing team created for this challenge here

Thanks so much for stopping by today, 

til next time, 

Happy Arty Days, 

Amanda xo 

Paper Issues: July Free File Friday #1

Hi Creative Friends!

Welcome back for more Paper Issues awesomeness with Round 1 of....

For this round, we are asking you to create a layout using any of the Free STAR Cut Files in the Paper Issues store! 

Yay, how fun!

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

"Adventurer"

How awesome is this?!!! Such a cool lil adventurer, indeed!

I have used Photo Play Paper's Freestyle collection and teamed it up with the Geo Star cut file.

It looks like this....

And it's totally FREE!!! Yayyyyy!

Get yours in the Paper Issues store here

Here's a few close ups of my layout......

SO RAD!!! 

Love how super cool this boy line is!

That woodgrain paper is just incredible!!!

The element stickers are spot on too! Totally awesome!

I should add that the fabulous flair is actually from the June Swag Bag, 

& the veneer stars are Studio Calico. 

The rest is Freestyle & if you have boys, you NEED this line!!!

Get your in the Paper Issues store here

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

Want to see more Star cut file inspiration?

Check out what our talented team has created here

Tahnks so much for stopping by today, 

til next time, 

Happy Arty Days, 

Amanda xo 

Paper Issues: July Scrap Soup

Hi Lovelies!

Time for another awesome Paper Issues challenge with the July edition of

This challenge is always so much fun!

Remember: The list is just the minimum of what must feature on your project - you can use more items if you wish!

Here's what I created,

"EXPLORE"

Awesome.sauce.!!! 

I have scraplifted the incredible Cassie Box for this one - such a fabulous design!

Love this boy & Crate Paper's Cool Kid collection is perfection for him!

You'll spy all the items from the Soup list, plus a few more embellies for good measure!

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

Yep. Love this kid! That pretty much sums it up!

How super are those alphas?!! So glossy and shiny too!

My superhero without a doubt!

That cute fox face is my fussy cut item - it's from pattern paper Run & Jump, cool huh?

And I totally have to mention the Cool Kid Pennants - aaahmazing!

There's been a final top up of Crate Paper's Cool Kid in the Paper Issues store!

Be sure to race over and buy up on it like me, lol! #sorrynotsorry

Use code AMANDA & you'll also save 20% off your entire order - yay!

You can find more fabulous inspiration for this challenge here

I can't wait to see you take on it!

Thanks so much for stopping by today!

til next time, 

Happy Arty Days, 

Amanda xo 

Paper Issues: July Take 5

Hi Happy Arty Friends!

Time for one of my favourite Paper Issues challenges, 

 Take 5 Tuesday! 

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

Awesome! 

I may have used more than 5, LOL!

I used pink, stickers, cardstock, paint, patterned paper, enamel dots, & stitching on mine! 

See if you can spot them on my layout......

"Happy Sweet You"

Oh LOVE!!! Adore my gorgeous girl in the photo too! 

Cocoa Vanilla Studio's Wild At Heart collection is just perfect for scrapping her photos with!

You'll also spy that fabulous Paper Issues cut file - Butterfly Heart Love - you can download it for FREE here 

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

How fabulous is that veneer title?!!

Here's the other part of it, 

- just stunning!!!

Lots of fussy cut butterflies, and how about that chipboard frame - loving it all!!!

The stickers and sparkly enamel dots really add that finishing touch!

A pretty layout for a beautiful young lady!

Hope you liked my layout and feel inspired to play along too!

Need supplies? Grab yours in the Paper Issues store here

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

Need more inspiration before you join in?

See what our amazing DT have created here

Thanks so much for stopping by!

til next time, 

Happy Arty Days, 

Amanda xo 

Paper Issues: July New Issue Monday - Let's Taco 'Bout It!

Hi Creative Friends!

It's time for another New Issue with Paper Issues & this month's is tons of fun!

- Let's Taco 'Bout it! -

Suggested ideas:

 Use speech bubbles and/or phrase stickers, 
Make a page about funny things kids say, 
4th of July/patriotic,
 Tacos and food in general, 
Use the PI taco card

Told you it was a fun one!
Here's what I came up with,

"OH Yeah!"

Arrrrrgh! SO Cool!!!!
I had a blast with this New Issue!

All the awesome phrase stickers and sayings in the Amy Tangerine On A Whim collection were perfect for this challenge!
 I combined them with a few odds and ends from past Paper Issues Swag Bags
& a lil water color to complete the look!
Totally inspired by my hilarious mister and the all funny things he says!
Oh, & btw, he can't stop singing Justin Timberlake's, "Can't stop the feeling" around the house! Cutest ever!!!

Here's a closer look.....

You are straight up AWESOME, indeed! 

Loving the mix of chipboard and clear stickers in the On A Whim line!

So super cool!

Another funny thing this cool kid says, "Mashtag" instead of hashtag - cracks us all up!

How fabulous is that flair?!! 

It's a Paper Issues exclusive one - they pop up from time to time in the Swag Bags. 

Just another reason to make sure your grab your Swag Bag every month!

And there you have it!

My take on this month's New Issue!

Need some Amy Tangerine On A Whim for all your fun Summer layouts?!!

Grab it all here in the Paper Issues Store

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

Looking for a lil more inspiration before you play along?

Check out what our amazing DT have created here

Thanks so much for stopping by!

til next time, 

Happy Arty Days, 

Amanda xo 

Paper Issues: Scraplift Sunday July #1

Hi Happy Arty Days Friends!

Welcome to another awesome Scraplift Sunday 

with Paper Issues! 

Today we're lifting this incredibly beautiful layout from the gorgeous Mary Ann Jenkins,

Ahhh! I am a huge fan of Mary Ann's classic and elegant style - so divine!!!

It seems silly to lift something so perfect, but here goes.....

Here's my take, 

"You're My Person"

So so pretty! Love my girl!

I have used the all NEW Pebbles: Girl Squad , 

with a dash of Cocoa Vanilla Studio: Wild At Heart collection for my take.

I altered the design a lil to suit my style better, but it's still pretty close to the original. 

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

 Just look at those pretty details!

Those Cocoa Vanilla Studio Rubber Charms are fabulous, 

and coordinate beautifully with the Girl Squad line!

Loving the sweet florals in Girl Squad - so delicate!!!

Just stunning!!!

And there you have it!

My take on the first Scraplift Sunday for July!

 Pebbles & Cocoa Vanilla Studio are in the Paper Issues store here

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

I can't wait to see your take on this awesome scraplift!

Need more ideas? 

See more inspirational takes on Mary Ann's original here

Thanks so much for stopping by today!

til next time, 

Happy Arty Days, 

Amanda xo