Challenge #1 for October 2016 - Snip! Snip!
"Pumpkin carving is a popular activity at this time of the year, with
patterns ranging from the traditional triangle-faced Jack O'lanterns to
much more intricate designs. Our first challenge this month is the
scrapbooking equivalent of pumpkin carving - fussy-cutting! Use your
scissors to trim one or more designs or images from patterned paper and
then use the cut image(s) on a project."
It is somewhat ironic that I drew this challenge (thanks, Susan!) as I frequently fussy-cut beautiful patterned papers for my layouts. This month my kit had some great florals so I decided to do a wreath surrounding my photo. I sometimes get a little bogged down with covering up pretty papers but I managed to make this work to my liking.
It's like you're peeking through a window at the scene.
My journaling talks about how we've bought bikes & are exploring the local rail trails - biking/walking/skating paths utilizing old railway lines. They were made quite level & raised so are perfectly suited for these kinds of recreation/exercise. I've done a recent blog post about it HERE
Give your kit a look & see what elements you can carve out of those gorgeous papers!
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Love it! When I first saw this page, I thought it was like looking down the street through a telescope and that lovely floral wreath just makes you zoom right in on the photo. The colors pick up the shades in the buildings. I'm glad you enjoyed the challenge - I'm a big fan of fussy-cutting too.
ReplyDeleteThis layout is gorgeous! I love the floral wreath against the striped paper.
ReplyDeleteThis is just gorgeous! I don't know how you do it all! That tie dye looking background paper is gorgeous and topped with all of your fussy cut goodness...amazing!
ReplyDeleteHow pretty. I haven't used fussy cutting in ages but will try some now.Love your photo and journaling too.
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful! The entire page so restful--love all the florals.
ReplyDeleteThis is an absolutely beautiful LO!
ReplyDeleteYou know how much I love fussy cutting and so this one is a total winner for me! Great use of the bold paper and the gorgeous florals which ensure the photo doesn't get lost in any way - that wreath really draws you in. The clever use of the veneer bicycle is perfect!
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