Sunday Sketch Traveler's Notebook Layout | Citrus Twist Kits

  

Hey friends!  I'm excited to be hosting this week's Sunday Sketch Challenge on the Citrus Twist Kits' blog today.  I always love using sketches, and this one was so fun to work with.

Here's a look at the sketch:

Here's my layout based on the sketch:

I chose to create a Life Crafted layout rather than the 8.5 x 11 size represented in the sketch.  That's one of the great things about using sketches- you can be inspired by them but create a layout in a format that suits your style.

I rotated the sketch 90 degrees counter-clockwise, so the photo was on the right side of the spread and trimmed a patterned paper from the Crate Paper Marigold 6x8 Paper Pad to use as the background.  I printed my picture and trimmed it to look like an Instax because I knew I wanted to use some of the Instax ephemera pieces from the Hearts and Such Die-cut Ephemera.  Following the sketch, I added some patterned paper layers behind my photo and used the ephemera die-cuts and Sunshine Puffy Alphabets to embellish. 

I also did some stamping using the Currently Stamp- one of my favorite stamp sets from the shop because it includes so many words and phrases that can be used on any type of project.  To finish this side of the spread, I added some of the Heartbeats Vol 2 Wood Veneer.

On the left side of the layout, I trimmed a piece of white cardstock to use as the background.  I changed up the sketch to include an embellishment cluster at the top of the page using more of the ephemera pieces.  I followed the sketch and added some handwritten journaling to the page.

I also added a bit more stamping using the Currently Stamp.  For the title, I used an ephemera word die-cut and a Heartbeats Vol 1 Wood Veneer.  To finish off the page, I added some machine stitching to a few of the ephemera hearts.  This was one of my favorite features of this week's sketch!

I hope I have inspired you to create a layout based on the sketch.  Be sure to share your projects with us on Instagram using the hashtag #citrustwistkits.  I can't wait to see what you create!

xo,

January 2021 Reveal Traveler's Notebook Layout | Elle's Studio

Hey friends!  I'm excited to be here sharing a traveler's notebook layout using the NEW January 2021 Kit and Extras (affiliate links used in this post) that released today at Elle's Studio!  I used this month's release to create my first January gallery project- a layout for my Family Album.

The colors and designs in this release are so bright and fun- perfect for documenting so many different memories!  I love how my layout turned out using these amazing products! Be sure to stop by Elle's Studio shop to check out the January 2021 Kit and Add-ons!  

Thank you so much for stopping by today! I hope you will check out the new goodies in the Elle's Studio shop today!

  

xo,
Marsha

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Sunday Sketch | Citrus Twist Kits

  

Hey friends!  I'm excited to be here today with this week's Sunday Sketch challenge!  I created a spread in my December Stories Life Crafted album using the Sparkle & Joy kit and digitals from the shop.

Here's a look at the sketch:

Here's my take on the sketch:

I love the design of this sketch, so I chose to follow it fairly closely.  I began the layout by trimming a music patterned paper to fit as a full page in the album.  I chose to flip the design and added my photo to the left side of the spread.  I trimmed a woodgrain patterned paper from the kit so that it spanned both pages and added my photo onto it.  With my Silhouette Cameo, I cut out several snowflakes using the Love - Christmas 2020 cut file.  The cut file was quite delicate, so I offset it slightly, making it a little easier to cut.  I layered some of the snowflakes below the photo, in place of the leaf design on the sketch.  

I also added a snowflake onto the photo and at the top of the right page, carrying the design across the spread.  Using the Sparkle & Joy kit stamp, I stamped a few words and phrases, trimmed them into strips, and added them to a few areas of the spread.  

For the right side of the layout, I created a pocket using one of the journaling cards from the kit.  I layered a circular piece over it (die cut from another journaling card).  I created the title using a puffy word sticker and Candy Apple Puffy Alphabet Stickers.

I typed my journaling onto a Comfort & Joy Digital Journal card, printed it out, and added some ribbon from my stash to the top.  As a final finishing touch, I added a few more puffy stickers from the kit around the spread.

I hope you will join in on the challenge and create a layout based on this week's sketch!  I can't wait to see what you create!

xo,

December Reveal Traveler's Notebook Layout | Elle's Studio

Hey friends!  I'm excited to be here sharing a traveler's notebook layout using the NEW December Kit and Extras that were released today at Elle's Studio!  I used this month's release to create my first December gallery project- a layout for my 2019 December Daily Album.  I am filling in pages for this project and am getting closer and closer to completing it!

The colors and designs in this release are gorgeous- perfect for documenting holiday memories! I used this month's kit, the Fa La La 6 x 8.5 Inch Paper Stack, and the Christmas Basics 6 x 8.5 Inch Paper Stack, along with the NEW My Star Stamp and My Star Metal Die, to create the left side of my spread.  I also used the Stitched Stars Wood Veneer and the Joyful Chipboard Stickers.  Phrase stickers from the Comfort and Joy Stickers were the perfect addition to this page.

I used the new Green Acetate Alphabet, the Happiness & Cheer Stamp, and the My Star Stamp on the right side of the spread. 

I love how my layout turned out using these amazing products! Be sure to stop by Elle's Studio shop to check out the December 2020 Kit and Add-ons!

Thank you so much for stopping by today! I hope you will check out the new goodies and enjoy some Elle's Studio crafty shopping! 

 

xo,
Marsha

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Life Crafted Layout | Citrus Twist Kits

Hey friends! I'm here today sharing a Life Crafted album layout using some of the new products available in the shop this month.

Here's a look at the spread:

I was inspired by the awesome new Get Messy stamp to create a layout documenting a recent photo of me crafting in my studio.  This stamp features so many sentiments and icons that are perfect for documenting creativity.  I trimmed two white cardstock pieces to 5"x8.25" to begin the layout.  Using the Crate Paper Marigold 6x8 Paper Pad, I chose a few papers and trimmed them down to approximately 2" square.  I also tore one of the edges of each paper for a bit of added texture.  I stamped the numbers 1, 2, and 3 on each patterned paper using the Big Numbers stamp and black ink.  Next, I layered a floral ephemera piece from the Florals Ephemera behind each number and added messy machine stitching with black thread.  

I added more stamping beside each number using the Get Messy stamp.  I love the fun sentiments in this stamp set!  To complete this page, I added a few more ephemera pieces and some of the Sunshine Puffy Alphabet Stickers.

 

I trimmed a piece of patterned paper for the right side of the spread and adhered it to the white cardstock base.  I layered another patterned paper behind my photo and added them to the layout.  Then, I used some of the Tickets & Tags Ephemera and Florals Ephemera to embellish the spread.  

I did a bit more stamping using the Get Messy stamp and added some machine stitching to finish the layout.

I love how this spread turned out using new items available in the shop!

Thank you so much for stopping by today!  I hope you will share your Life Crafted layouts with us in the Citrus Twist Fan Page on Facebook or on Instagram using #citrustwistkits.

xo,

Marsha

3-To-Inspire Layout | Citrus Twist Kits

  

Hey friends!  I'm here today hosting this week's 3-to-Inspire challenge for Citrus Twist Kits.  I created a layout in my Life Crafted Album using this month's Life Crafted Legendary kit and the Scrapbooking Addon kit.  I also used the This Is Life Legends stamp and the Traveler's Notebook stamp-- it wouldn't be one of my layouts without at least a little bit of stamping!

Here are the prompts:

1. Feature one stamp or stamp set

2. Use 5 or more patterned papers

3. Use a variety of embellishments 

For my layout today, I wanted to document a photo of my sweet little niece.  I planned to use a variety of colors and patterns, so I chose to print the photo in black and white.  I began the spread by stamping the frame from the This Is Life Legends stamp using black ink onto several patterned papers from the LC and Addon kits.  I also used the packaging from stickers in the Addon kit and an ephemera die cut from the LC kit.  Next, I trimmed around the stamped images and arranged them vertically on the page.  

I embellished the stamped frames with additional stamping and stickers.  I also added a floral die cut below the frames for a bit of extra interest.

On the left side of the spread, I trimmed a patterned paper from the LC kit and adhered it to the edge of a white cardstock base.  I added my photo and did some simple embellishing using ephemera, chipboard stickers, and puffy stickers.  I also added another one of the stamped frames so that the pages would feel more cohesive.  

I love how the layout turned out using this month's kits and stamps! 

Thank you for stopping by today!  I hope you are inspired to create a layout based on these prompts!  

November Reveal Traveler's Notebook Layout | Elle's Studio

Hey friends!  I'm here today sharing a traveler's notebook layout using the NEW November Kit and Extras that released today at Elle's Studio!  The new kit is so amazing!  I used this month's release to create my first November gallery project- a layout for my 2019 December Daily Album.  I am still filling in pages for this project and am so close to completing it!

The colors and designs in the release are gorgeous- perfect for documenting holiday memories! I used this month's kit, the Fa La La 6 x 8.5 Inch Paper Stack, and the Jewel Polka Dot 6 x 8.5 Inch Paper Stack, along with the NEW Very Merry Chipboard Stickers and Christmas Tabs Stamp, to create the left side of my spread. A tiny star stamp from the Daily Tabs Stamp was the perfect addition to a stamped label.  

I used the new Christmas Tabs Stamp, along with the Collected Stamp, Daily Tabs Stamp, and Mini Dated Extras Stamp, to add some stamping on the right side of the spread. Elle's Studio stamps are always my favorite, and I am so excited about these new sets!

Below the photo, I added the title using the Merry and Bright Wood Veneer and the Jane Tile Alphabet Cardstock Stickers.  I used an ampersand sticker from the Dark Green Puffy Alphabet Stickers to add a bit more interest to the wood veneer piece.  To complete the pages, I added some machine stitching and mini staples to a few areas of the spread. 

I love how my layout turned out using these fabulous goodies! Be sure to stop by Elle's Studio shop to check out the November 2020 Kit and Add-ons!

Thank you so much for stopping by today!  I hope you will check out the new goodies and enjoy some Elle's Studio crafty shopping!  

xo,
Marsha

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Life Crafted Layout | Citrus Twist Kits

  

Hey friends!  I'm here today sharing a layout in my Life Crafted album!  I used the beautiful new November Life Crafted "Legendary" kit, This Is Life "Legends" stamp, and digital files from the shop.

Here's a look at the spread:

I was excited to try out the new Life Crafted page protectors that have four Instax-sized pockets.  To begin the layout, I resized two of the digital journaling cards from the kit and one of my photos to fit the pockets. I also typed my journaling and the date onto the cards before printing them out.  For my title, I used the Black Foam Alphabet Stickers and the Soft Mint Puffy Alphabet Stickers and added them to one of the printed cards.  I also added the word "yum" with the foam alphabet stickers to my Instax photo.  I trimmed a patterned paper from the kit to fit in another pocket and did some machine stitching for a bit of added texture.  To finish off the page, I added some stamping with the This Is Life stamp and black and light blue.

For the right side of the layout, I trimmed two patterned papers from the kit and adhered them along the edge of the page.  I added my photo and embellished with some labels from the kit and a printed label from the Printable Cutapart Elements.  I also added an ephemera tag and a mini paper clip from my stash.

I did a bit more stamping with the This Is Life stamp and the LC kit stamp on some of the labels.  I also added a black puffy sticker and some puffy heart stickers, along with another ephemera piece. To finish off the page, I did some machine stitching along the edge of the patterned paper using black thread. 

Thanks so much for stopping by today!  I hope I have inspired you to document some of your stories using this month's kit.  I will see you again soon!

xo,

Marsha