During CHA, Laura Denison of Following the Paper Trail and I discussed the idea of doing a scrapbook challenge. The idea was for us each to create from the same list of ingredients, similar to the television show Iron Chef. Graphic 45 heard about the idea and offered to provide the "ingredients" in the form of a box of supplies.
Well, Laura and I have been working hard to make some wonderful projects for you, and today the results of all our hard work are available for you to enjoy over on the Graphic 45 blog. Pictures and video of my two projects are below, but be sure to also stop by the Graphic 45 blog and Laura's blog for more visual treats & a chance to win some cool products!
For my first project, I used the 5"x8" Kraftboard Altered Art Box w/ Album to create an album in a box. I decorated this box with the "Olde Curiosity Shoppe" papers and embellishments. I really enjoyed the whimsical images and bright colors of this collection. It's perfect for creating a box of treasures!
For my second project, I used the "Curtain Call" paper collection. I decided to make a set of three hardbound photo albums from scratch using these warm and neutral pages. The three books fit neatly into a chipboard sleeve, creating a boxed set of albums to display on a shelf. They look so polished sitting there!
To show the original box of ingredients, as well as for a more detailed look at the projects, I uploaded a video over on my YouTube channel. You can watch it below, or follow this link to watch on YouTube: Graphic 45 Scrap Off Video.
An instruction manual is now available for this "Boxed Set" album technique here: http://www.kathrynscraps.com/#!shop/c1nqyKathryn's Shop.
I hope you enjoyed these projects. Be sure to check out Laura's projects at Following the Paper Trail and Graphic 45's blog to see what else was created with these awesome products! There's also a chance to win some prizes, so be sure to leave some love. ;D
Thanks for stopping by & have a great week!
~Kathryn :D
Kathryn -
ReplyDeleteThese are simply beautiful! Your work is just amazing! I am always fascinated by the wonderful treasures you create.
Elaine Allen
Thanks so much, Elaine! I'm glad you're enjoying the projects.
DeleteGreat mini album, love the door handle! You create such great work of art. Thanks for share and for the chance to win these great products from Graphic 45.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you liked the door handle! Paired with the "Olde Curiosity Shoppe" paper, it really reminded me of a an old shop ~ complete with a bell on the counter. :D
DeleteI love the snap shop books! Both are fabulous. Thanks for a chance to win.
ReplyDeleteHugz, Z
Thank you, Zandra! I love the set of books, too. It's one of my favorite projects! I think it would be so fun to make one with baby paper to give to a new mom, or with wedding paper to give to a new bride!
DeleteThanks for sharing Kathryn....as always, your creativity is amazing...appreciate you providing the videos as well....
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome for the videos, June-Marie! Thank you so much for stopping by and commenting. :D It was fun trying to come up with something unique for this challenge!
DeleteLove your projects.You can do so much with Graphic45 products,it's incredible!
ReplyDeleteGraphic 45 has GREAT products that are a lot of fun to work with! I love all the little goodies they sent for me to include in these two projects!
DeleteLOVE both of these projects Kathryn! I am a new follower sent over by Laura and I can't wait to look around your blog some more! I have also subscribed to your Youtube :) I love the mini albums in the sleeve - what a perfect idea! Thanks for the chance to win some G45 goodies - my favorite company hands down!
ReplyDeleteWelcome, Becky & thanks to Laura for sending you over! I hope you enjoy all the projects here & over on YouTube. :D
DeleteWow! I love both projects. I think the trio of hard bound books is my favorite. I love how you used the curtain call!
ReplyDeleteI think that one is my favorite, too! I can see it with all different sorts of papers for different projects. "Tropical Travelogue" for a vacation set, or "Little Darlings" as a gift to a new mom. Fun!
DeleteKathy, the projects both you and Laura came up with are awesome! Both of you are soooooo creative and awesome teachers. Glad to be apart of and following both of you! Thank you for such wonderful ideas.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for your sweet comment, Nancy! So glad you're enjoying all the projects and thanks so much for stopping by!
DeleteBoth projects are amazing.The Graphic 45 papers are perfect for the projects you created.
ReplyDeleteI love album!! Like both projects! Hope to learn more from you! Have a great day!!
ReplyDeleteI love both of these projects! You are so creative. The three photo books are wonderful. Love Graphic 45 products. I am relatively new to paper crafting and have learned so much from you and Laura.
ReplyDeleteGraphic 45 makes wonderful products! They are really so much fun to work with. :) I am so glad you have been learning a lot & enjoying what you have learned!
Deletethese books are so special --I love the book shelf look to them
ReplyDeleteAwesome job Kathryn!! Gotta love G45!
ReplyDeleteI really love what you did with the G45 collections. Can't wait to make the Altered Box. TY as always for sharing your talent. Boo 52
ReplyDeleteI love the practicality of these projects, I think I need to make some boxes with photo books to house all the extra pictures that don't make it into layouts. Very beautiful, thanks for sharing Kathryn.
ReplyDeleteMelinda aka 2boysscrappin
That's a great use for the little hardback book sets ~ as photo albums with a little extra oomph! Using them to house favorite photos that don't make it onto a layout for one reason or another is a perfect job for these little books. :D
DeleteBeautiful! My paris vacation photos would look great in these!
ReplyDeleteConnie
Oh, how perfect would that be! Photos from Parish would look spectacular in here. :D
DeleteAs usual your projects are amazing! Such a beautiful use of G45 product. You are an awesome artist and teacher. Thanks so much for sharing your creativity with those of us who follow you regularly via Ustream.
ReplyDeleteI expected nothing less then these gorgeous papers. They are so usable. I am always impressed. Today was no exception.
ReplyDeleteLove it! Two great projects, you never cease to amaze me. Thank you.
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Your projects look so polished and elegant. I especially like the boxed set with the detail along the spine.
ReplyDeleteKathyrn I LOVE LOVE LOVE Your project and Laura's. I hope I got my piont across. They both are very amazing. You both ROCK.
ReplyDeleteWe had SO much fun working on these ~ so glad you loved them both!
DeleteI love this project so much. And thanks, Kathryn, for giving us the tutorials to make these awesome books. I'll be using these tuts.
ReplyDeleteAmazing projects...especially the book. Thanks for the inspiration...I need MORE G45 paper...lol
ReplyDeleteTotally amazing Kathryn! Your attention to detail isawesome!!! I always look forward to your project and you did not disappoint! Thank you for you inspiration! Love the the box set....I made one book for my to be born grandson...I love the idea of the 3 of them in a box...I've just added it to my to do list!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you had fun making the teeny hardback minis! Since you are making the box yourself as well, you can put as many into one box as you want. I like the way three looks, but I was thinking about making a set of twelve for a friend who just had her first baby ~ one for each month of the first year. That's a lot of work, though, so I'm not sure I'm ready for that just yet ~ LOL!
DeleteKathryn I love your artistic creativity. I have made your 4 x 6 teeny Hardcover Mini, it is so fun to make. I love the library feel to the albums. I love your shows.
ReplyDeleteMargret
Kathryn, Love your projects. Thanks for all the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your talent with us. You did a wonderful job and inspired me.
ReplyDeleteWow!!!.Kathryn you rock!!..awesome projects and you are so talented..Thanks for sharing..
ReplyDeleteso I am absolutely LOVING the 3 volume project - it looks so cool and tailored!
ReplyDeleteI love what you have done with your projects! The set of books is way cool and the door knob on the spine is so fun! I love the practicality of your minis for storing and hopefully passing down!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness Kathryn!!! Your projects are amazing. I can totally see myself doing the book project especially - like you said, for a baby shower or a wedding. Thanks also, for posting the tutorials since I'm still relatively new to papercrafting this way. Amazing!!!
ReplyDeletelmroskam@yahoo.com
Super cool projects!!!! I just love the snap shot book graphic 45 has such wonderful products!!! Kathryn YOU ROCK!!!!!
ReplyDeleteAWESOME - loving it! This is great. TFS. Hope your Easter was a Blessed and Fun Day. Luv-n-Hugs
ReplyDeleteGreat Job! Love the box with the 3 books. Also a very creative use of the doorknob.
ReplyDeleteReally nice! I love following you and Laura! You both are amazing and so willing to share your knowledge. Great Job!
ReplyDeleteRamona
Amazing project again... Where did you get the hardware for the front if I may ask?
DeleteMonica
SNR Magazine Staff
The doorknob on the spine of the box album is another Graphic 45 product. :D
DeleteKathryn the door album is fantastic and the 3 albums in a box made from the curtain call are so beautiful. You are a great designer, Thanks for sharing with us all your talent.
ReplyDeleteJust AWESOME Kathryn!... you did not disappoint! I absolutely luv the box set, have curtain call paper that has been sitting for 2 years and I think the box set is now on my "to make list"!!! TFS :)))))
ReplyDeleteOMG! I am in total awe of your creativity and craftsmanship. Lovely, lovely art. Thank you for sharing. I especially like the boxed books set. So perfect for individual grandkids' photos.
ReplyDeleteLove the different projects you two ladies created!
ReplyDeletePaula
Wow! Amazing Projects! I love the mini book set and sleeve. Your creativity is always so amazing! I'm honored to be your friend and have learnt SOOOO much from you in the past 4 years! Thanks for taking your time to Inspire / Teach all us fellow passionate crafters!
ReplyDeleteGreat work thanks for sharing it.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a fun idea.......love the Scrap Off! Great projects!
ReplyDeleteGORGEOUS Projects!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea!!
Amazing the Different results with the same products!! :-)
Inky Hugs,
Michelle xx
love your work.the two of you of so many skills gald that you share eileen katorski
ReplyDeleteAwesome projects! Thank you for all the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteWOW!!
ReplyDeleteGreat projects,I will have to wach you on the class now.
Thank you!!
Love the Graphic 45 paper. Great job with both projects but I especially liked the 3 books in a box.
ReplyDeleteThis is the first time to see your work and I am loving it. I love how you took each paper line and made a mini from it and Only it.I have a new found love for Curtain Call.Thank you for a chance to win.
ReplyDeleteKathryn,I like both projects but I LOVE the books! The papers are so pretty. Can't wait to see what you'll be creating this Thursday. I've learned so many helpful techniques and product information from watching your show. Thanks for sharing your crafting talent and world with us.
ReplyDeletecmella04
Kathryn, I am an avid follower, who just loves your work and approach to your projects. Thank you for all that you share with us. Love these G45 projects and can't wait to try them out.
ReplyDeleteLynda Hayashi
Great ideas, and with Graphic 45, amazing!
ReplyDeleteLove the projects. I have always been a fan of your work. I watch your videas all the time.
ReplyDeleteLove the projects..but my favorite is the box of books...Awesome job....
ReplyDeleteLove ALL the projects, always do! This was a cherry on top day for me with these great projects and I got a new job today! Yeah, it means I can order some more G45 paper, if I don't win some from you! :)
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syd egan
sydegan@hotmail.com
Love them both but the hard bound books are my fave! I cant wait to check out the tutorial on Ustream and make my own!!!
ReplyDeleteJust as I suspected, amazing.
ReplyDeleteThese are awesome. I just love your project and I also love to see what you do with these papers.
ReplyDeleteKathryn - you are amazing! G45 are very fortunate to have such as you two showing off their papers in this way! Love your shows - I really love the Albums in a box idea- really cool! Thanks for sharing as you do!
ReplyDeleteFantastic projects all with a vintage flair. Love the G45 paper line, cause every picture has a story to tell! Wonder what your books would have to say.
ReplyDeleteI just adore the 3 albums in the sleeve. Like the papers too
ReplyDeleteAmazing project by you and Laura. Love the 3-box set and will definitely have to get this paper and case this project as I am going on a trip to Paris ... a perfect way to store my memories.
ReplyDeleteThese are fantastic and well done to you for completing the challenge. Great of Graphic 45 to sponsor it too! Can't wait to see what you do next and I am off to order some of the papers and things now!
ReplyDeleteThanks again!
You and Laura did a great Job! Your projects are so stunning. I'm definitely heading over to your Ustream to check it out. I don't think I could choose a winner because Both of you did so wonderful that I think both are winners. You both should get the Prize!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteVery cool project
ReplyDeleteClever, clever girl!! These are terrific projects and I shall join your you tube following as soon as I get the wash done. By the way, I am now working on my third Birthday Card Box!! My sisters love it. This one will be for ME! Thanks for being you.
ReplyDeleteI was very happy to see "iron scrap". You two did a great job.
ReplyDeleteI love the set of three hard bound books.The projects you gals come up with are amazing!!!
ReplyDeleteThank You,
Charlene
Great project. I love it.
ReplyDeleteFantastic Kathryn, as usual. I love the books in the sleeve, and of course the paper was suited perfectly for what you chose to do.
ReplyDeleteSusan D. Wisconsin
What an absolutely fantastic project. Well done you!!
ReplyDeleteMary
Kathryn Really enjoyed looking at this project. It was really Great. I have this papaer and need to use it . You have giving me some great ideas. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteYour projects are both wonderful, I especially like the "books in a box" Snap Shot project. Can't wait to watch the videos!
ReplyDeleteLove the colours and the projects.
ReplyDeleteVery inspirational.
Can't wait to get home to watch your videos on the Hardbound Photo Albums.
LOVE these.
I love both of your projects. Thanks for sharing your creativity with us!
ReplyDeleteReally cute projects, THANKS for the tutorials (as always) cuz I am definitely going to want to make these! You're wonderful!!
ReplyDeleteGreat Job Kathryn. I love the idea of books in a sleeve box . Your other project was wonderful too . Love it and well done . France aka medania.
ReplyDeleteI just love it when you blog....but, with 3 videos...scrumptious! Very much appreciate all you do and all your kind sharing.
ReplyDeleteSincerely,
Linda Myers
Portland, ME
Just wonderful!
ReplyDeleteFABULOUS Kathryn, as always! I especially love how you leave spaces for the photo's/ journaling/ or whatever someone may want to fill these with! I think that is a challenge for me using G45--- the paper is always so interesting and fun I hate to cover it!
ReplyDeletedebbie
Kathryn, I love everything you do, you take your time and it sure shows. Shari (cricutrookie)
ReplyDeleteBoth projects are so cool. I especially love the albums in a sleeve. You have given me idea for using a cricut box in a similar manner. Looking forward to your next project.
ReplyDeleteLisa T.
Love your projects, so fun to see how each of used the same products, yet both created something very different from each other. Can't pick a favorite love them both. Thanks for always taking the time to explain how you make things and all the details you always put into your work. I love watching your show live if all possible and adore your sense of humor. The scrapbook world would not be the same without you and all your great talent and BIG THANKS!!!! FOR SHARING with us all. Keep up the great work, I always love all your projects and dedication to detail. Annette A
ReplyDeleteFantastic fun for us all!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous creations! You have fantastic idea, bravo and congratulation for this great work with Laura, j'adore!
ReplyDeleteLuv the both projects. I just luv G45 paper.
ReplyDeleteI am always amazed at your talent and wonderful ideas!
ReplyDeleteCarolee
...such an Extra treat we all got with you adding the tutorials.. brilliant.. as were your projects.. luv following your U-streams..may your ideas keep flowing.. thanks.. mitz_zee@yahoodotcom
ReplyDeletelove these!!!!
ReplyDeleteLOVE these !!!! your work and creativity are amazing...can't wait to watch the U-streams... thankyou so much..love for G45 too..how awesome are they!!!!
ReplyDeleteKathryn,
ReplyDeleteTwo great projects. I always enjoy seeing the creative things you make.
Great idea with you and Laura and Graphic 45. Cool art. You guys rock! Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI love the projects you created Kathryn !! You are so creative and talented!! The Graphic 45 papers just make it so beautiful. Thanks for sharing with us.
ReplyDeleteWay to go Kathryn. Isn't it interesting that the two of you chose an accordian style. Great job!
ReplyDelete(aka)sweetad
I love the scrap off. What a great idea and such wonderful creations both of you made. Thank you for the hardbound book tutorials. I just discovered your blog through Laura and look forward to your future projects.
ReplyDeletelove your two projects, Gotta love Graphic 45, thanks for sharing :-)
ReplyDeletefantastic idea here! what a great project you share with us...wonderful! luv G45 so much...you did a GREAT job on these..ty so much
ReplyDeleteOh my heck! You are my new fav! I LOVE G45 and your projects are fantastic! TFS CallyAnn(new follower)
ReplyDeletecallyannc@live.com
Love your scrap books it was really fun to see how different you and Laura's projects are. What a great idea and I love what you have done with the awesome G45.
ReplyDeleteI love these projects!!!! Great job again Kathryn!!!
ReplyDeleteKerri
kjsharp82@gmail.com
Amazing and creative! Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteFantastic, fun and fabulous. You ladies are amazingly creative and inspired artists.
ReplyDeletegreat projects, kathryn! you and laura never fail to inspire and delight us with your work. thanks to you and g45 for your generosity. ~ laura in belgium.
ReplyDeleteThis is so cool and I love the video. :)
ReplyDeleteWow - I love both projects but the 2nd with the albums in a box would be a wonderful gift for adventures with my granddaughters - I just love it. I heard about your blog because I follow Laura - now I am following you.
ReplyDeleteGraphic 45 never used to be a paperline I could relate to but between the two of you I am definitely realizing how wrong I was!
Love the books and I'm going to check out the videos. They do look polished and would make a wonderful gift!
ReplyDeleteso cool idea and what a wonderful products came out... Thanks sharing them with us... Greetings from Slovenia...have fun...pappa
ReplyDeleteI love your projects thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteI am impressed with your projects !! That must have been quite a challenge under pressure. I enjoyed checking your blog. Thanks for sharing !!
ReplyDeleteLove this project, I just found your site and I am excited to find new ways to scrapbook my photos instead of the boring scrapbooks I buy.
ReplyDeletethanks, I will be back!
Pam
Pbilodeau1@cox.net
OMG! I love your projects! What a fabulous idea. You are so incredibly talented & I really admire your work. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteOh Kathryn, this project is something I want to make for myself! I love the idea of 3 albums in a box...makes an amazing gift as well !! Well done Graphic 45 for sponsoring these two amazing ladies!
ReplyDeleteI really like these projects but I love the Paris one!
ReplyDeleteGreat job Kathryn, as usual! Thanks for inspiring us with all of your great projects!
ReplyDeleteKenna
I loved your projects. The one with 3 books is wonderful, and thank you for the information on how to make it. You are too kind. That paper is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI especially love the boxed album set! What a great idea! These little book are very fun to make, I've done several. Now I might make a box for them!
ReplyDeleteWhat a neat idea. Love how you used your items.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely great project from both of you. Hope you do a scrapoff again!
ReplyDeleteI love the boxed set of albums. They will make a nice gift for a new baby. Can't wait to make them.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful project! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGreat projects. Loving the scrap off. Thanks to G45 for sponsoring. Thank You for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThose are amazing! I love the curiosity shop stuff. Thanks SO MUCH for sharing!
ReplyDeleteFabulous projects! I love how you used the staples on the box. I have to get some of those.
ReplyDeleteGreat Projects and a really fun challenge. Well done ladies and thanks for sharing with us.
ReplyDeleteOMG! Wow! These are amazing! Just love Graphic 45 and what you have made with it. thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteSo fun to see what you both did...your projects are amazing!!!
ReplyDeleteIt's so interesting to see what can be done with the same supplies. Both you and Laura have such different projects. I love all of the projects you both created!!
ReplyDeleteWOW WOW WOW - you and Laura have so much talent and creativity. Love how you both used the same products and have such different projects. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteLove this. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteI love your work!!!! I'm checking out the videos right too!!! Thanks!!!!
ReplyDeleteKathryn, SO enjoy your work and Ustream Shows. I often craft with you but sometimes I have to join the chat because you make me laugh so much!
ReplyDeleteThese are awesome...I love both and I am going to try my hand at both....this is fun...
ReplyDeleteI am so inspired. I can't wait to get a paper pack and see what I come up with. The way you put the papers together really accented the colors in them. I truly love the snap shot album set.
ReplyDeleteLove your projects Kathryn. Hope you and Laura do this again. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteAlways love your projects and tutorials. I love your attention to details, you are very talented. Thank you for sharing that talent. And thank you for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteThese two projects are amazing! You are so talented. I especially like the Kraftboard Altered Art Box w/ Album. The doorknob and keyhole for the spine is super cute! Graphic 45 have the best products! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeletegreat projects and I really want to make the triplet box for me and a gift. Thanks so much for sharing, Mary Werner
ReplyDeleteYou and Laura Denison are amazing! The projects you created for the Graphic 45 challenge were so great! I have spent the past week watching your tutorials on YouTube to the point that I have done little else! Your work and your tutorials are fantastic! Thank you!!
ReplyDeleteI enjoy seeing what you and Laura design and then can't hardly wait to see what you make next. You both are very generous to your followers and God has enriched you with wonderful talents. Thank you for sharing those talents with us.
ReplyDeleteWOW they both amazing but my fav is the 2nd project
ReplyDeletehugs
Ildiko
Brilliant projects. I just love what you have done.
ReplyDeleteWOW...I love both your projects and Laura's movie camera. I surely missed a creative gene along the way. I think the 3 albums are great for a big event, 3 kids or 3 trips. Love the papers too. Thanks to G45 for the challenge. It was fun!!!
ReplyDeleteYour two projects are just too AMAZING!
ReplyDeleteKathryn what an amazing project!,
ReplyDeleteKathryn this is just amazing...tfs
ReplyDeleteThese projects are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI especially love the Box with the 3 books and am working on the smaller ones
The 2nd part I cant get to work on ustream unfortunately, but Im happy with the making of the book! such a wonderful project
Thank you so much Kathryn