Paper Secrets April 1st layout

 It's time for a new Paper Secrets sketch!! They are also celebrating their birthday, so be sure to check out the blog for giveaways! 
Here is the April 1st sketch; the challenge word is JOKES

 

 For my layout, I used Authentique's new Suave collection (which is perfect for boy layouts!). I used photos of my adorable nephew!  For my challenge word I used J-journaling card (Chic Tags), O-overlay (Teresa Collins Designs), K-kraft cardstock E-enamel dots S-stitching/stars. 

 

I cut my title from a Silhouette cut file and white cardstock, as well as Gold POW Paper from American Crafts.

 

I also added stars cut from my Silhouette and added enamel dots from My Mind's Eye

 

Here, I used another gold star (I am in love with it right now) and added flair from The Paper Bakery and a plastic Heidi Swapp letter.

 

I also love the new gold clips from Studio Calico! It was perfect to help affix my photo overlay to my picture. 

 

Thanks for stopping by! Be sure to check out the Paper Secrets blog to see more layouts. Also, play along to  be eligible to win a prize pack from the shop! They are always adding to the store!

Have a great day!

 

 



Practical Scrappers May Sketch Reveal

Hi everyone...happy Friday! I'm glad this week is over..it definitely went fast. And I'm FINALLY feeling well again. Stupid flu.
Anyway, today I am sharing a layout I created for the Practical Scrappers design team. On the blog is the May layout sketch reveal. I always love working with Liz's sketches...she is fabulous!
Here is her sketch:

And here is my layout...I designed with Glitz Designs' Unchartered Waters collection.   

 

 

 

I just love embellishments!  Here, I used one of the photo frames from Crate Paper's The Pier collection, along with a geotag flair from The Paper Bakery.  I also incorporated the cute anchor flair that came with my Studio Calico kit this month!  How perfect!  The chipboard star is from Pink Paislee...I misted it with Mr. Huey in Garden .  Also from my SC kit, I used some of the tiny star sequins! 

 

Another photo frame backed with vellum and pieces of the Uncharted Waters stitched garland.

 

More stars and garland....

 

Be sure to check out Practical Scrappers for more layouts!  Thanks for stopping by and have a great weekend!