I spied this ombre woodgrain in my stash and was itching to use it! It's from the Maggie Holmes Open Book collection. It had been sitting in my paper pile for awhile, and inspiration struck to finally use it!

I kept this layout pretty simple. I chose a photo and added lots of layers. That's really it! I just kept adding and building until I was happy with the final result. I was lucky enough to find extra Open Book embellishments at Tuesday Morning, so I had lots to spare! I used some thickers in my stash for the title. I love the background paper, and it always feels good to use up some stash :)

This is one of my new favorite layouts. Stop by the blog if you'd like to learn how it came together. Thanks for stopping by!

The "Blush" paper from the Crate Paper Hello Love collection is soooooo pretty.

What's not to love about those gorgeous triangles? As much as I hated covering them up, the several colors and patterns made a perfect paper to back a cut file with!

I used my Silhouette Cameo to cut the hearts out from white cardstock, and backed it with the blush paper. I added layers and embellishments using the Hello Love collection! I love the colors. I added washi tape as a border to help it POP. Using one collection makes scrapbooking so easy!

I have a new layout for The Cut Shoppe using the Tall Type alpha, and Geeked Out, which is probably my all time favorite cut file!! I am a HUGE Doctor Who fan, and I've had fun using this cut file in the past.

The TARDIS blue (that block of squares for those who aren't Doctor Who Fans) was a hard color to match, so I decided to create my own background. I added lots of stars because quite a bit of Doctor Who takes place in space. For my title, I used the Tall type alphas, and backed them with various blues. The cut files complimented this picture of Michael and I wearing our anniversary gift to each other--Doctor Who shirts!

I love Doctor Who and I love this cut file! :)

To create this page, I used a craft knife to cut out the centers of the middle row of polariods. I sized and printed my pictures so that they would be able to fit inside them. Since I wanted the patterned paper to be the focus, and my pictures were from different times (aka different colors and clothing), I made them all black and white for a cohesive look. After "framing" each photo, I used the letter stickers to caption them. Since our wedding was the pivitol moment in the timeline of this layout, I used one of the gorgeous frames to highlight it!

Next came the embellishing! The patterned paper already had a lot of fun prints and accents on it, so I used those as my starting point. For example, I added flower stickers to where there was a printed flower, and actual staples where there were staples. I used this to build up the page and add dimension using chipboard, brads, stickers, and die cuts. Those backless brads are my absolute favorite!

Finally, I completed this layout with a big, bold title using the sticker sheet. I never would have considered doing a timeline layout like this, and I'm happy that this beautiful paper inspired me to do so!

For my next layout, I was inspired by a quilt I found on Pinterest.

I used the photo of the quilt as a reference to build my hearts using .5" strips of paper. I started with the three squares in the middle and worked my way to the rest of the heart. I was originally going to make four, but ended up liking how they looked with three hearts lined up on the side.

Once I had my hearts lined up, I added some gelatos to the white cardstock as a mat for my photo and layers. I really wanted to use some of the adorable frames, so I used several above and below my photo. The SN@P! pack squares fit perfectly behind them. Finally, I finished the layout by adding the finishing embellishments and the title. For the title, I searched the collection for as many "XOXOs" that I could find. I love a repeating title! 

Thanks for stopping by!

I backed the X's with pink paper from Crate Paper's Hello Love, I will never tire of that technique!

This cut file has so much potential, and you can pick it up in the shop with a 30% discount! Just use the code LOVEYOU30,

If you'd like an opportunity to win the X to the O cut file, leave a comment here and I will draw a winner on the 16th! Next on the hop is Candace Perkins! Be sure to stop by everyone's blog for a chance to win more cut files. The full list is on The Cut Shoppe blog :) 

Oh, and I have another giveaway happening on my blog here!

My particular favorite are the wood veeners!

I've created two layouts so far with the February kit and add ons.

For the first layout, I used last month's stamp and this month's stamp to create a messy background. I used bits from the Thankful collection, including the diamonds I cut out from patterned paper. My sewing skills still aren't great, so I'm just going to call it "artsy". 

For this layout I used the Heart Clusters cut file, and backed it with pieces from the kit and the Thankful collection. I chose these pictures and the Valentine theme for the layout all because I wanted to use that little "Feb 14" circle! It's so cute!

These kits are limited and once they sell out they will not be restocked! Look for a new kit each month on the 10th at 8:00 am PST, and as a special bonus to celebrate launch day, kits will be on sale for $9.99 for today only, regular price after that will be $11.99. These kits can ship first class: shipping for USA residents will start around $2.00 and go up from there, depending on the weight of what is in your cart. For overseas, it will run about $6+ depending on your location.

Orders of $50 or more ship for free with coupon code LOVEYOU and this includes international orders! Valentine items are almost sold out! And don't forget your FREE Valentine printables and a cupcake topper cut file!

The Design Team Gallery has all sorts of beautiful inspiration for you this month, I hope you'll check it out :)

Hello there! I have a little giveaway for y'all today! I recently ordered a Studio Calico mystery embellishment kit, and I thought it would be fun to giveaway on the blog. I also found some other goodies to go along with it. 

Included is: a Pink Paislee embossing folder, SC flair, SC sequins, SC patch, two SC stamps, SC travel acetate words, SC letter stickers and word stickers, SC rubber charms, and Maggie Holmes sequins!

Here is a close up of one of the stamps :)

If you'd like to enter, please leave a comment and I will draw a winner on the 16th.

Have a wonderful day!!

I have a new layout on The Cut Shoppe blog using  the Feel the Love cut file! I'm all about LOVE themed layouts, and these cut files are perfect for them! When I saw the pie shape, I knew I had to make a layout with it!

This layout was super simple. I cut out the pie shape, backed it with different patterns, and let it do all the talking! I stitched on the lines of the pie to help it stand out a bit more, though it's hard to see in this photo.

This cut file is super cute, and I had a lot of fun using it. I've got big plans for the heartbeat shape too!! Have a great day :)

The Dear Lizzy Documentary collection is so pretty!!! I love that deep purble color, and how well it matches with our anniversary photos! 

To create this layout, I used a shaped punch and aligned them on the top half of my page.  I used my sewing machine to sew along the middle of each row, but my sewing is still crooked. I'm getting better though! I used frames for my photos, and created a grid with my photos, embellishments, and title. No layering for me today! I finished off with a few splatters of mist.

Thanks for stopping by today :)

My dear friend sent me some of Pink Paislee's Memorandum for Christmas. I love the colors so much! I thought this was a perfect collection to use for an online challenge I recently participated in. The challenge was to use something purple, use ephemera, embellishments, and at least three patterns of paper. No problem! I added lots of fun layers and embellishments, and the emphemera cal was a great way for me to dig into my stash. I was excited to use a few bits that I've been holding on to for the last couple of years!

Since I'm still learning to sew on my pages, I thought this would be a great opportunity for me to practice! I did lots of random stitching. 

This was a fun experiment! I really enjoy participating in challenges :) Thanks for joining me today!

I have been extraordinarily blessed to have such a wonderful Grandmother. Some of my happiest memories include her, as well as some of my earliest ones. She has been there for me my entire life, and I had the privilege of growing up only a mile and a half away from her. I've spent many days and nights over at my Grandma's house. In high school and while home from college breaks, I would choose to spend time over at her house rather than with friends. 

From a broken hearted granddaughter to her hero, confidante, and friend: I love you.