Imaginarium Designs: Totally RAD!




Hi everyone!

Welcome back for more Imaginarium Designs inspiration!
Boy oh boy, have I got some super cool layouts to share!
Cocoa Vanilla Studio have released a new collection: Totally RAD & it is just the perfect partner for our stunning chipboards!
But less of the chatter.....

Let's start with this Super Cool Totally RAD layout of my boy - aka the scooter demon! 



So awesome, huh?! I love that this collection is so easy to tell a story with! 
Some really cool ways to use your favourite Imaginarium Designs chipboards here too...
Obviously a strong, bold black ink is essential for making titles, substitles & those cool stars 'pop' against all the colours. But it's my use of the star chipboard 'scraps' that I want to focus on.
I've inked mine in orange, and used it to matte my photo onto - really cool! 
Take a closer look.....


Chipboard layering - got to love it! 
And those matte black stars are super cool!
Speaking of stars.... did you spy what else I did to my star chippies?


Yep, that's a star sticker that I mounted directly onto my chipboard to add dimension....
I also added the 'woodies' skull charm over the star -
so this chipboard is seriously well dressed & uber cool!


Such a fun way to add interest to your chipboard favourites!


How awesome are the chippie words too?! The script is simply stunning!









Next up, I have this fabulous double layout that also works as two singles!
Kinda like a 'his' and 'hers' layout.....


I love this! 
Both layouts have been created with the very same Cocoa Vanilla Studio: Totally RAD collection - only I added some blooms from the Hello Sunshine collection to soften my girly page.
Naturally, they feature lots of chippy yumminess!
Let's take a closer look at each layout.....

"Gorgeous" 


Such a pretty page! She really is our gorgeous girl too!
To soften the masculine papers, I've used muted, gentle colours and delicate, feminine chipboards.
Those designer cherry blossoms are just divine!
I mean, seriously, how cute is that itty bitty Island mint one?! The sweetest embellishment.
Let's have a closer peak....


Oh, it really is the sweetest lil flower! 
I've inked my tiny blossom in Kaisercraft: Island, the medium size in Ingvild Bolme: Mint, & the largest blossom, as well as the intricate tiny butterflies, are inked in Kaisercraft: Petal. Really soft, gentle & super pretty!
That 'gorgeous' title is also inked in Island ......


Love how beautifully cut the chipboard script words are! The quality speaks for itself!
Here's a closer peak at the other tiny butterfly...


My background has been created with Lindys Magicals: Salt Water Taffy & Fuzzy Navel Peach, and a few white embossed butterflies to enhance the chippie ones!
Soft, elegant and such a lovely girly page -
 despite Totally RAD being for the boys. 
Demonstrating just how essential our chipboards are for attaining the perfect page!
LOVE it!

Time for a look at the 'his' version...

"Cheeky"


That's my boy, indeed! Such a happy guy - the robots are such a fun adornment to his big personality!
A perfect match with him, and the robot ephemera too!
I've kept to a bold black for the stars, stamping and cheeky title - just to ensure they're seen amongst all that busy pop colour. 
Again, I can't stress enough how exquisitely cut the script words are!


Totally awesome chipboard that forms part of my essential 'must have' list ;)
Let's have a look at those robots...




LOL. These robot chipboards are just too fun! 
I've treated both of mine with blended gelatos, and then highlighted a couple of features with black biro pen. 


Yep, super fun, very boy & totally RAD!











And there you have it!
Totally RAD & Imaginarium Designs are a match made in heaven! 
Hope you enjoyed seeing my creations today & feel a lil inspired!

Til next time, 
Happy Arty Days, 
Amanda xo



Scrap The Boys: Mood Board March




Hi Creative Friends
Happy March!

A new month signals a new challenge over at 

& this month's challenge is a fabulous inspiration board!
Here it is....


Wow! How stunning is that colour palette?!! 
I couldn't wait to get inky with this one! 
Here's my take on it....

"AWESOME takes practice"


Omgoodness! How totally awesome is my lil guy and THAT background?!!
LOVE it!
I've combined the Cocoa Vanilla Studio: Made Of Awesome collection with Kaisermists in Red,  Aqua, & Charcoal to create this colour rich, mixed media layout.
I love to paint with my inks and mists - and this background was tons of fun! I also added interest with some simple scribble art and a few staples to complete the look.
Moving away from those fabulous pops of colour,
 I've also drawn on the vintage cameras, and textiles from the mood board.
I used a natural hessian, and aqua tulle to layer and back my photo onto. 
The Lucky Charm camera from Cocoa Vanilla Studio is one of my favourite embellishments  - seriously Cool with a capital C! 

And there you have it!
My super fun, mixed media take on this month's challenge at Scrap The Boys.
For more inspiration from the DT, and to get started, click here.

I would love to see your take on this gorgeous inspiration board too!
Happy Creating!

til next time,
Happy Arty Days,
Amanda xo



Cocoa Vanilla Studio: FABULOUS!




Hello Cocoa Vanilla Studio lovelies!!!
Today I am sharing some FABULOUS Free Spirit inspiration!!!
I've been drooling over this super pretty collection, it's just sooooooo lovely!
But enough chatter, let's get straight into!
Here's my layout.....
"FABULOUS"
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I know, isn't this stunning?!!
I'd like to say it's because I am a talented papercrafter (scoff!) but let's be honest;
when paper collections are this cleverly designed, and teamed with such perfectly coordinating embellies,
it's impossible to not create something amazing!!! LOVE it!
Lots of cute layering with pretty pattern papers for my photo cluster!
And naturally, teamed up up with the sweetest die cut ephemera.....

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Love that XOXO ticket stub! So CUTE!!!
And that Fancy Button, Little Heart & Enamel Shapes trio - oh my! Just swoon worthy!
I am an enormous fan of the Fancy Buttons - so here's a peak at all of them so you understand my new obsession..
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I told you! Totally obsessing over these cute as a buttons ;)
I am also loving the flair....
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But it's those Puffy Stickers that make my layout!
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Oh these truly are FABULOUS!!! Best quality puffy stickers I've ever used too!
And let's not forget that divinely die cut navy butterfly!!!
Oh isn't this beautifully cut?! Ephemera to die for!
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Another gorgeously girly, Oh-so-pretty layout with Free Spirit!
Truly, if you love memory keeping then Free Spirit is your new best friend!
Hold that thought, my new bestie and I are off for a lil more creating ;)
Thanks for visiting,
til next time,
Happy Arty Days, 
Amanda xo

Studio Fourteen40 : Take a Look....




Hi Everyone!

Boy oh boy, do I have a sweet Studio Fourteen40 layout to share with you today!
Featuring Wood Veneer delights, Use Your WordsTagz & Flagz and even a Flair, this layout is sure to inspire!
Why don't we take a little "LOOK" .......

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I know! That scrunched up cutey face gets me everytime! Naww!
If only we could have gotten him to "Look" at the camera -
So that Wood Veneer isn't just super cool, it coordinates perfectly into my page story!
Speaking of coordinating, that Use Your Words - Lovely Collection: Pink card is just divine!!! It compliments the patterned paper and the Lindy's Magicals background splatter superbly!
Let's take a closer look.....

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Ok, so the Use Your Words cards are designed to be cut up and used as 'words' in your creative projects. But, when then they're this pretty ... well, it was easy to see how I used it as a patterned paper instead! Just Gorgeous! If you LOVE watercolour washes, then the entire Use Your Words - Lovely collection is a must! Soooooo dreamy!

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But let's not go past our title 'look' . I mean, seriously, how cool is this veneer?!! The directional arrow really draws your eye into my photograph, super cool! And as for that darling camera and heart well, need i say more?! Love it!
LOL, the 'I LOVE IT ALL" gold foiled flair sums it up quite well, I think!
Let's take a peak at another element on this fun layout....

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They come in a handy size sheet, and you can cut them out and arrange them as you wish! I chose to cut a few of mine and layer them together to create a small embellishment cluster on my layout. They're also perfect for using in your planner / diaries too! Keeping it functional AND pretty at the same time ;)

So many wonderful Studio Fourteen40 products to create and play with!

Want more ideas on how to use the products, or want to share what you've made with them? Be sure to join our special VIP facebook group, Inside The Studio {1440} here.

Thanks for stopping by today,
I hope you enjoyed taking a lil "LOOK" with me,
til next time,

Happy Arty Days, 
Amanda xo

Happy Valentines Day: Kiss Me, Kiss Me!




Hi Happy Arty Days Friends!

Well, I promised a lil Valentine's Day inspiration with the

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products, didn't I?
Well, here it tis.....

My first official DT creation for S1440,

"KISS ME, KISS ME"

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Love this selfie we took together - it was the day before of wedding anniversary and our darling boy was running wild on the beach saying, "Kiss me, kiss me" - hence that fun title!
Speaking of the title, how awesome are those Stuck On You: Handdrawn Coral Alphas?!! They're so fabulous - they lift and re-stick with ease & then stay in place once firmly pressed. Love it!
 The quality of these alphas rivals a certain thicker sticker we may know - just sayin' ;) 
But most importantly they look incredible too!
Here's a closer look....

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Yep! It's safe to say I'm stuck, on the Stuck On You alphas!
But while we're looking closely - I need to mention that fabulous 'You're Mine' mint green flair! Perfect for all our Valentine's and loved up moments. Just Divine!!!
More divine flair in the 'lips' paper pin coming soon to the store....

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And that stunning watercolour 'always' tab is from the File Tabs: Lovely collection: Simply Stated - such a subtle addition to embellish your layouts with, but so very effective too!
And no layout is complete without a lil wood veneer love, right? Well Studio Fourteen40 have you covered for all those sweetheart creations with their hearts and 'XOXO' veneers!
Here's another close up look....

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Super cool, huh ?! I am actually crushing over the XOXO - it's just such a great size to be a subtitle on a layout - or title on a PL style pocket page! Very cool!
And there you have it! My Valentine's layout that features a few of my favourite Studio Fourteen40 products!
I hope it has inspired you to get creating!
Hope you have a wonderful Valentine's Day!
Much love xo
til next time,
AJ DT

More 2016 Excitement!!!




Hi Everyone!

Thanks so much for stopping by!
 I am so over the moon excited to be sharing this news....


Yay!!! Still pinching myself! 
So delighted to announce that I am now designing for Studio Fourteen40!
(You can check out their awesome products here.)

Such an honour, and so much fun too! 
I may just have a lil Valentine's Day inspiration post coming very soon.... ;)

Just needed to share this exciting news first!

Thanks so much for all your encouragement and support, 
it means so much!

til later today...

Happy Arty Days, 
Amanda xo

Cocoa Vanilla Studio: This Love




Hello my Cocoa Vanilla Studio Friends & Fans!
With only one day til Valentine's Day, I thought it was a perfect time to share my first layout with the divinely pretty Free Spirit collection!
"This Love"
This layout is all about a girl's first true love - her Daddy of course!
2016-01-03 11.02.11Isn't this the sweetest page?!!!
I love Dad and daughter photo shoots and this one was so much fun!
"this love" is so wonderful! He is her everything, and she is his angel! Nothing more precious than Dads & their Daughters.
Free Spirit is just so perfectly pretty that it is ideal for all our loving memories and feminine pages!
Those patterned papers are just divine!!!
Let's take a closer look.....
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I've made use of the Eclectic paper to create a real feature of the cut-out words - without actually cutting them up!
They've been mounted onto some double thick foam and I stapled the edges for interest too!
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Seriously cool paper, huh?!
I've also used that gorgeous mint woodgrain and the pastel & navy chevrons papers...
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I mean, seriously, those colours!!! Just in love with the colour palette of Free Spirit!
But it's not just those papers I'm sweet on - check out the coordinating wood veneer & embellishments!
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And the cursive words are exquisitely cut!
The enamel Little Hearts are just too cute for words - take a closer look at these lovelies....
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I am also crushing (yes, crushing, they're that desirable!) on the Woodies...
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These would have to be my absolute favourite embellishment in the Free Spirit collection! LOVE!!!
Check out that tiny heart one on my folded triangle - adorbs!!!
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Yep, there's no denying it! Free Spirit is divinely pretty!
Gorgeously girly and oh-so-sweet!
Perfect to scrap your Valentine's memory photos with too,
& on that note,
I hope you have a wonderful loved up Valentine's Day tomorrow!
Thanks for visiting,
til next time,