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Diagonal Punched Border Layout

Posted in Beach Scrapbook Layouts, Birthday Scrapbook Layouts, Shape Punches, Summer Scrapbook Layouts, Technique Layout by

I love finding unique ways to use our Creative Memories tools! We make such an investment in our tools, so it’s always exciting when we can discover multiple ways to use them in our projects.

The technique I’m sharing today is a fun and creative way to use our Shape Punches — and it adds such a unique touch to scrapbook layouts!

To create my layout above, I used the Celebration Cake Punch and the Birthday Bash Collection — all from Creative Memories!

After punching the border, I cut it apart using the 45-degree line on the 12-Inch Trimmer and then reconstructed the border onto a strip of Bright White Cardstock.

I love how this technique gives a completely different look to the punch and creates such a fun decorative accent for scrapbook layouts!

For my second layout, I used the same technique with a trio of Shape Punches!

This time I used the Embossed Seashell Punch, Sea Turtle Punch, and Fresh Flower Punch along with the Chasing the Sun Collection from Creative Memories.

You can use this technique with a variety of Shape Punches, but I do recommend first testing the spacing of your punches using scrap paper before creating your final border design. It’s a great way to experiment and see what combinations work best together!

You’ll find all of the tools and materials that I used for both layouts on the Creative Memories website. I truly appreciate your purchases using my CM website link — your support means so much to my small business! And don’t forget that I offer a generous Customer Rewards Program too!

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For a step-by-step demonstration, please view my instructional video. If you haven’t already, I would appreciate your subscription to my YouTube channel.

Please click here to view my demonstration video.


For a printable instructional handout, please click the download button below.



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Join us for the 2nd Annual Memories Matter Alzheimer’s Fundraising Virtual Crop! 

A group of Creative Memories Advisors is once again coming together to host this special event in support of the Alzheimer’s Association. Last year, we raised an incredible amount—and we’re excited to make an even bigger impact this year!

What you’ll get:
For your minimum donation of $35, you’ll receive access to exclusive layouts created by me and 14 other talented advisors.  Each layout will include an instructional handout and video.

The instructional materials will be hosted in a private Facebook group. During the week of June 20th, the printable handouts will be shared in the group. On June 20th, the instructional videos will be released according to the event schedule. All instructional materials will be available for you to enjoy and create at your own pace indefinitely.

Scrapbook with purpose and help us make a difference!

Please click here to make a $35 minimum donation. Please do not donate anonymously as I’ll need to add you to our private Facebook group for the event.

Happy Scrapping!
Karyn

Use Shape Punches to Add Texture to Scrapbook Layouts

Posted in Beach Scrapbook Layouts, Shape Punches, Spring Scrapbook Layouts, Technique Layout by

I love adding texture to my scrapbooking layouts! It adds depth, dimension and interest. And it really draws me into the layout making me want to touch it and experience it not only in a visual way but also a tactile way. I used a variety of Shape Punches from Creative Memories to add texture, interest and depth to my layouts below.

For my first layout, I used the lovely Springtime Soiree Collection with the Striped Umbrella, Over the Rainbow, Fresh Flower and Build-A-Kit Punches from Creative Memories.  I used Bright White Cardstock for my layout background and also for the punched pieces to provide some neutrality and to tone down all of the colors and patterns in the layout.  You’ll also notice that I arranged the punched pieces in a variety of different patterns on the tonal paper strips.  Some of the punched pieces are adhered diagonally while others are horizontal or vertical. 

I used the Sun-Soaked Collection with the Striped Umbrella, Fresh Flower, Pineapple and Sea Turtle Punches to create my second layout.  Again, I arranged the punched pieces in interesting patterns on the tonal paper strips. For this layout, I also used the Original Border Maker System with the Citrus Slice Border Maker Cartridge for the borders on the left and right edges.

Please click here to view my YouTube video for a demonstration on how to create these layouts. 

For a printable instructional handout, please click below.

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All of the materials and tools that I used for these layouts are currently available with Creative Memories, and I appreciate your purchases using my CM website link. With your purchase, you’ll be enrolled in my Customer Rewards Program to receive freebies and discounts from me.

Please join me for my Virtual National Scrapbook Day Workshop! I used the NSD Customer Bundle from Creative Memories to create my own exclusive layouts, and I’ll be sharing the layout instructions during my event. We’ll meet live on Zoom on Saturday, April 5th to create the layouts. If the date is bad for you, you’ll be able to watch the recorded videos and use the printable handouts to create the layouts. Please click here for more information and to register. Hope to see you on Zoom!

Karyn