100121 Archi-scraps October Challenge

 

It's a sketch challenge!

 Another changeup to the Archi-scraps challenge - use a "blueprint".

This seemingly simple sketch read a whole lot more interesting when I applied my scrapbooking motto: Let the patterned paper do the work! All of the pattern & texture & layers provide a lot of eye candy. I love how light & bright & happy my birthday page turned out.

Will be watching to see everyone's creations over at the Archi-scraps Community Group!

 

Thanks for stopping by!

 

091821 CKC September Challenge #2 - Falling for You!

 Master Forger of Ceremonies Tina is looking forward to the change of seasons:

Over here in the states Fall seems to be a huge thing! Pumpkins, apples, old farm trucks especially with decor, you can see it starting to pop up everywhere. So with that in mind use the colors of Fall in your area of the world to help you with your creation

 

Fall Colors Challenge  

 

My secret inspiration:

 

September ACOT (A Cherry on Top) Mood Board challenge

 Must keep to the soft teal, greys & browns color scheme + three additional inspirations from the mood board. I got a lot more ideas from the board: sequins, butterflies, nature, the dreamy landscape that begged to be interpreted in mixed media (not mine, but a Somerset Studio freebie in my kit), the dry leaf, the framed artwork, faceted beads, and the little blue bowl. (You may have noticed there are no "traditional" Fall colors.) 

I just love how much mood & texture there is, plus I managed a pop of Fall color in my photo.

 

My first idea (which led to my second layout) was an irresistibly clever play on words in Tina's title, Falling for You! I had these photos ready to scrap & managed to pull supplies from my kit that were perfect for a second take on the prompt.

 

 

Will be watching for your projects!

Finish out the month with us:

• 24th September: Follower Showcase - who has caught our eye this month 
• 31st September: Killing Kits - an idea or two for using up the bits & pieces left in your kit box 

You KNOW that we always love to see your work, so please share your kits and projects with us. You can post them in our Facebook Community, or share them on Instagram (we are @counterfeitkitchallenge or tag us using #counterfeitkitchallenge and #ckcseptember2021).

Thanks for stopping by!

091221 CKC September Challenge #1 - Transportion Inspired

 

Master Forger of Ceremonies Tina let her love of tractors inspire her first September challenge!

  My love for antique tractors is producing this challenge! What do we usually see in the fall other than falling leaves is hay wagon rides and such, well they are usually pulled by a tractor so your challenge is to make a layout about any type of transportation: tractor, car, bike, plane, etc.

  So today use Transportation for your creative inspiration!

 

 And what could be more natural, more basic, than feet? 

 

What a great twist on the challenge!

That's my Cooper <3 in the middle #grammalove

Can't wait to look at what you are inspired to create! Don't forget the rest of the month:

• 18th September: Challenge #2 - to inspire you to get creating from your own kit 
• 24th September: Follower Showcase - who has caught our eye this month 
• 31st September: Killing Kits - an idea or two for using up the bits & pieces left in your kit box 

You KNOW that we always love to see your work, so please share your kits and projects with us. You can post them in our Facebook Community, or share them on Instagram (we are @counterfeitkitchallenge or tag us using #counterfeitkitchallenge and #ckcseptember2021).

Thanks for stopping by!

090121 September CKC Kit Reveal & Blog Hop

 

 Flea markets, plaid & back-to-school speed limits are hallmarks of September. Our Counterfeit Kit Challenge inspiration kit represents well, thanks to Master Forger of Ceremonies Tina!

{Not} Just for Boys Scrapbooking Kit Club - September 2020 Main Kit - Vivid

The "Vivid" Premium Kit reflects the vivid colors and feel of autumn.  The combination of the hues and various textures in this kit work together to become the perfect mix of supplies to document a variety of everyday moments from enjoying crisp fall evenings, to exploring the outdoors, to relaxing at home.

Here are the papers:

That first paper reminded me so much of a BasicGrey paper so I went stash diving!

Top (l-r): 2011 BasicGrey Plumeria/Grandma Jane, Diane's Daughters Rustic Gem/Jade: Paisley, 2021 Wild Whisper Ledger & Script, Stampington & Company/Somerset Memories Artists' Paper/Timeless Treasures, 2009 BasicGreg Indian Summer/Autumn Glaze, 2010 BasicGrey Sweet Threads/Summer Wedges, blue tiedye unknown, Tim Holtz.

Bottom (l-r): BasicGrey Fusion/Mezmerize, 2012 BasicGrey Fiction paper pad, white distress unknown, Basic Grey scrap, 2012 Fact paper pad, 2011 BasicGrey Plumeria/Moonstone b-side, 2010 Glitz Design Scarlett wallpaper b-side, 2019 Studio Light Snowy Afternoon b-side.

I love the interesting mix of colors! I may have to go in search of my leaf punches & dies... just sayin'

Embellishments & Extras: 2003 Making Memories leather mini-frame, 2020 Simple Stories Foliage Bits Ephemera, 2020 Tim Holtz Ideology Field Notes Snippets, 2013 Jillibean Soup Pea Pod Parts, 28 Lilac Lane Stardust sequin pack, Felicity Jane - acetate shapes, Willow puffy shapes, Emeline puffy shapes + 3 stamp sets, 2016 Freckled Fawn Long Arrow paper clips, 2019 Amy Tangerine puffy stickers, 2019 American Crafts Journal Studio tasseled paper clips, 2016 Jen Hadfield puffy stickers, 2018 PinkFresh Studio Indigo Hills 2 gold puffy alphas, 2012 Crate Paper The Pier frames, Essentials by Ellen Grand Lady stamp set, die cut leaf from Seth Apter's store, 2012 Studio Calico frames, 2014 BasicGrey Kelly Purkey Second City photo frames.

 And as if that's not enough to play with? I went for the alternate travel-themed kit, too! I have so many travel projects in the pending pile that I'm hoping having this kit will move a few onto the shelf.

{Not} Just for Boys Scrapbooking Kit Club - "Journey the World" Deluxe Theme Kit

The "Journey the World" Deluxe Theme Kit is a unique combination of travel paper, map images, and embellishments that blend seamlessly to become the ideal kit to document all sorts of travel experiences.  These supplies lend themselves to documenting either domestic or international travel, and have an "old world", rustic feel.

Although I don't have the original version of the papers, here are mine:

Top (l-r): 2019 Simple Stories Simple Vintage Traveler/Hello World, 2015 BasicGrey South Pacific/Polynesia, 2018 Crate Paper Sunny Days/Snapshot b-side, 2017 Echo Park Go.See.Explore/Border Strips b-side.

Bottom (l-r): 2019 Simple Stories Simple Vintage Traveler/Explore & Discover, 2020 Blue Fern Studios Passages/Notes From Abroad b-side, 2018 Authentique Quest/Quest Two b-side, 2011 BasicGrey Out of Print/Batik b-side, 2010 BasicGrey Wander/Arrival b-side, unknown.

A slightly lighter kit than the first:

Embellishments & Extras: 2011 American Crafts Thickers Everywhere alphas (map), 2011 7Gypsies train tickets, Sticko Rebecca Sower aged typewriter alphas, 2019 AC Thickers Sarah alphas, 2016 Felicity Jane Next Stop stamp set, 2020 Blue Fern Studios Passages Journal Cards, 2020 Tim Holtz Ideology tiny clips, 2011 K & Company metal cut keys, 2020 AC Sustainable Journal travel wood shapes, October Afternoon catch phrase travel phrase stamp, 2020 Stampabilities Globe stamp, 2020 Blue Fern Studios Passages die cuts.

WHEW! And there's MORE! The rest of the Master Forgers on the hop, that is - Misty is up next!

• Counterfeit Kit Challenge - http://counterfeitkitchallenge.blogspot.com/
• Guest Tori Gaines - https://www.instagram.com/tag1681/
• Cindy - http://cindyscreations-cinmfoster.blogspot.com 
• Julene -  http://julenebydesign.blogspot.com
  
• Juliet -  https://www.instagram.com/julesd/
• Kate - https://kateblue.blogspot.com
• Leslie  - http://lcsmithsaved-outofthemire.blogspot.com
• Tara -  https://kryptonite72-rambles.blogspot.com
• Misty - https://craftysoup.com
• Tina - http://tinasscrapcorner.blogspot.com
• Tracey - https://3obsessions.blogspot.com
• Laura - https://www.instagram.com/mrsp_scrapsandtea/

Plus we've got another full month of inspiration for you! September looks like this:

• 2nd September: Just the Gist of It - to help you find an easy way into creating your kit 
• 4th September: Forgery on the Fourth - Master Forgers share simple ideas for creating kit elements 
• 6th September: Mini-kit Reveal and Project Showcase - inspiration for a smaller kit or project 
  
• 12th & 18th September: Challenges #1 & #2 - to inspire you to get creating from your own kit 
• 24th September: Follower Showcase - who has caught our eye this month 
• 30th September: Killing Kits - an idea or two for using up the bits & pieces left in your kit box 

You KNOW that we always love to see your work, so please share your kits and projects with us. You can post them in our Facebook Community, or share them on Instagram (we are @counterfeitkitchallenge or tag us using #counterfeitkitchallenge and #ckcseptember2021). 

Thanks for stopping by!