Tag Archives: Leafy Vine Border Punch

3 Border Punch Layout Done 2 Ways

Posted in Autumn Scrapbook Layouts, Border Punches, Christmas Layouts, Fall Scrapbook Layouts by

Thank you so much for all of your great feedback about my Monthly Technique Layouts! It makes my heart happy to see so many of you creating and sharing these layouts. I received a request to show an idea using multiple punches together. In my demo video, I demonstrate how to layer three different border punches from Creative Memories to create a multi-dimensional border. And then I took the technique a step further, adapted it a bit and created a unique layout!

I used the same three border punches as I used for my demo border and created a dissected border that runs across three photo panels. The layout is full of layers and dimension and features a beautiful progression of monochromatic tones. For my layout above, I used the Grateful Harvest Collection with the Spring Leaves Frame Punch, Forest Mushrooms Border Punch and Leafy Vine Border Punch. I also used the Rich Cocoa Ink Pad to ink all of the pieces to add richness, depth and a rustic burnished look.

I used the same border technique and use of monochromatic colors for my second layout. This page has a totally different look that is bright and full of fun. I used the Gingerbread Collection with the Gingerbread Border Punch, Canning Jars Border Punch and Dollop Arch Frame Punch for this layout.

All of the items that I used for both layouts are current items with Creative Memories and are available for purchase.

Please click here to view my demonstration video.

Please click here to purchase the materials and tools that I used.


Please click below for my printable instructional handout.

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Now is a great time to place an order as Creative Memories is currently offering a spectacular Black Friday Promotion! With a purchase of $150, you can select a FREE bundle of items. If you can’t pick a favorite bundle, no worries – with a larger purchase, you can get up to 4 bundles for FREE!

The Black Friday Promo ends on November 14th at noon CT or while supplies last. Make sure to order asap! (Some of the promo bundles ran out yesterday with the launch, but CM has made some great substitutes. Don’t delay in ordering.)

I appreciate your purchases using my CM website link.

Would you like 7 fresh layout ideas that are versatile, feature a technique and hold multiple photos? If so, then you might enjoy the Creative Life Scrapbooking PJ Party Virtual Crop on Friday. We’ll meet on Zoom to create 4 of the 7 layouts, and all of the sessions will be recorded for later viewing.

For more information and to register, please see the Creative Life Scrapbooking website. I’ll be presenting during the Zoom session and have a fun layout to share.

Happy Scrapping!
Karyn

Berry Harvest Layout

Posted in Border Punches, Custom Cutting System, Summer Scrapbook Layouts by

What is your favorite summer berry? I recently asked this question in my private Facebook group, Karyn’s Croppers, and the majority answer was strawberries! I really love all berries, but I have a particular fondness for blueberries as my blueberry bushes are one of my garden successes. My bushes have matured and in recent years, they have been producing bumper crops for me. I spend a few weeks each summer picking blueberries every few days, baking with them, freezing them and eating them by the handfuls. They taste so much better than store bought berries!

I was excited when Creative Memories released their Berry Harvest Collection last month! The paper prints, stickers and embellishment icons are adorable, and I couldn’t wait to create with them. I’ll use my layout above for some photos of my granddaughter making our traditional blueberry pancakes. But you don’t need berry photos in order to use the Berry Harvest Collection. You can use it to create sweet summer layouts.

To create my layout, I used the Berry Harvest Collection, the Custom Cutting System with the Jumbo Wavy Square Frame Pattern (retired) and the Leafy Vine Border Punch (one of my favorite punches). I also used the new White Jelly Roll Pen to add some white accents to my blueberries and leaves. You can substitute the Jumbo Circle Cutting Pattern for the Jumbo Wavy Square Frame Pattern.

For step-by-step instructions and a demonstration, please view my YouTube video.

Please click here to view my video.

You may purchase most of the items that I used with my Creative Memories website link at https://www.creativememories.com/user/karyn.

Please join me for my 2025 Virtual Croptoberfest Workshop!  For your registration, you’ll receive access to instructional videos and printable handouts for my own exclusive Croptoberfest layouts.  These layouts will be decorative and feature unique techniques.  We’ll have a private Facebook Group for sharing, and I’ll host sessions on Zoom on September 26th and 27th to view my pre-recorded instructional videos together.  The fee to register is $22.

I will use the Croptoberfest 2025 Customer Bundle, Croptoberfest Project Recipe Kit, Chrysanthemums Punch, Leafy Vine Border Punch and several sheets of Bright White Cardstock to create my own exclusive layouts.  Once I complete my layouts, I’ll share a complete supply list.

These layouts and the instructions are for Personal Use Only and are not to be shared with others or anywhere on the internet.

To register: https://forms.gle/nXxvGwcx1XUqLtbw7

Happy Scrapping!
Karyn

Fall Scrapbook Layouts

Posted in Autumn Scrapbook Layouts, Creative Life Scrapbooking, Croptoberfest Layouts, Fall Scrapbook Layouts, Halloween Scrapbook Layouts by

Before we get too far into the winter season, I want to share a few fall layouts that I created this year. I originally shared these layouts with Creative Life Scrapbooking as I’m one of the 7 designers on the CLS team. Make sure to like and follow us on Facebook as we share new layout ideas each week, and our annual Holly Days feature will begin on December 8th.

My first layout is full of fun owls! I used the Owl Build-A-Punch from Creative Memories to create this grid style layout. I used paper from the 2023 Croptoberfest Kit and Accessory Paper Pack for the squares and a variety mat and stickers from the Autumn Harvest Collection. I also used the Leafy Vine Border Punch. By changing the placement of the eyeballs, I created different expressions on the owls. Unfortunately, the Owl Build-A-Punch is now sold out, but hopefully many of you were able to purchase it earlier this fall.

For a printable PDF handout with instructions, please see the Creative Life Scrapbooking website.

To view a demo of the Owl Build-A-Punch, please see the Creative Life Scrapbooking YouTube channel. Please also subscribe to our channel to see many more quick demo videos.

Look close! For this layout, I used the Owl Build-A-Punch (sold out) to create black cats for Halloween! With just a few strokes with a fine tip silver pen, I transformed the owls into cute cats. I also love how the pumpkins mimic cat eyes! The layout is topped off with a border that I punched using the Original Border Maker System and the Bats & Stars Border Maker Cartridge. I used papers from the Sunflowers Field Paper Pack and Black Cardstock.

For printable PDF instructions, please see the Creative Life Scrapbooking website.

For my last layout, I was inspired by the cover of a Southern Living magazine to create my gorgeous layered pumpkin embellishment. For this layout, I used papers and stickers from the beautiful Autumn Harvest Collection. I love the unexpected shade of blue in this collection! It’s a bright and fun alternative to green. I also used the 12-Inch Decorative Trimmer, Pumpkin Patch Frame Punch (now sold out), Leafy Vine Border Punch and the Sweet Blossom Trio Punch (exclusive).


Instructions for this layout, can also be found on the Creative Life Scrapbooking website.

To purchase some of the tools and materials that I used for these layouts, please see my Creative Memories page. I so appreciate your support of my business!


Make sure to like and follow our Creative Life Scrapbooking Facebook Page as our annual Holly Days feature will begin on December 8th. For seven consecutive days, the CLS designers will each share a new winter holiday layout!

Happy Scrapping!
Karyn

Croptoberfest Layout with Hollow Circles

Posted in Autumn Scrapbook Layouts, Croptoberfest Layouts, Fall Scrapbook Layouts by

It’s one of my favorite times of the year – the start of the fall scrapbooking season! As the kids are back in school and summer vacations are over, we all start to settle back into our old routines and get back to our regular scrapbooking. To celebrate the season, Creative Memories releases a special Croptoberfest Collection each year, and this year’s Croptoberfest materials are really beautiful in shades of blues and browns with cute owl accents.

I used materials from the 2023 Croptoberfest Kit and Mini Embellishments to create the layout above. The adorable Owl Punch was released at the same as the Croptoberfest materials, and it coordinates beautifully with the collection. The Owl Punch has been so popular that it’s already in low quantity, so please purchase it right away if you love it.

I also used the current Field Fence and Leafy Vine Border Punches and the retired Simple Leaf and Pinecone Punches to complete my layout.

Please see my YouTube channel for a demonstration of how to punch the hollow vine circles and also how to use the Owl Punch.


This page is one half of a double-page layout that I created for my Virtual Croptoberfest Workshop on September 23rd. For my workshop, I created 4 double-page layouts and one single-page layout. These are exclusive layouts that I won’t share elsewhere and are for your personal use only.

All of the class sessions will include printable instructional handouts and pre-recorded video instructions. We’ll meet on Zoom on the 23rd to create the layouts together. But if you can’t be on Zoom with me, you will still get access to the instructional handouts and videos.

Register for my Virtual Croptoberfest Workshop:

Please click here to register for my Virtual Croptoberfest Workshop.

Purchase Croptoberfest Collection:
Please click here to purchase the tools and materials.

Happy Scrapping!
Karyn