LAYOUT WEEK 2013, DAY ONE: The Day I Met You, 12"x12" Layout

I have a new layout and video to share with you today!

This one features goodies from the Hip 2b Square Scrapbooking June 2013 Hip Kit + Add-Ons.

 

 

Here's a look at the supplies that Hip 2b Square sent to me to use in this video:

June 2013 Main Kit

 

 

June 2013 Embellishment Kit

 

 

June 2013 Paper Kit

 

 

June 2013 Cardstock Kit

 

 

June 2013 Color Kit

 

 

June 2013 Stamp Kit

 

Below is a video showing all the kit contents in more detail. You can watch it here or over on YouTube.

 

 

 

 

 

For today's layout, I created this sketch:



Lots of fun layers on this one!

Here are some photos of the finished layout:



I used the Judikins "Sticky Stuff" embossing powder and the American Crafts WOW! glitter from the color kit to create the broad glittered stripes in the background.

 





The first time I've ever used any of the flair buttons I keep buying. ;) I embossed the butterflies from the Stamp Kit with white powder to create these butterfly embellishments. I love how they turned out!

 

 



An enamel dot is the perfect finishing touch on the butterfly's body! I used a punch from American Crafts and a label from Echo Park to dress up this corner. Look how pretty the glitter is behind that open scallop!

  

 



These canvas frames from Maggie Holmes are so fun to use.  I sprayed some wood veneer banners from Studio Calico that were in the Embellishment Kit with the Heidi Swapp Color Shine from the Color Kit. It makes a fun title with lots of movement.

 

 

 

I filmed this layout coming together for my YouTube channel. You can watch the video below, or click this link to watch it over on YouTube: The Day I Met You.

  

 

 

Today's Day One of our big Layout Week 2013 celebration, and there will be a new challenge every day! Today's challenge is to use the above sketch to create a new, never before seen layout. Once you've finished it, post it below in the linking system so we can all see and admire your work!

 

Challenge closes at 11:59 p.m. Eastern USA time on Sunday, June 23. Prize winner will be announced on Monday, June 24, 2013.

 

This challenge's prize is offered by Hip 2b Square Scrapbooking, and it is one of their June 2013 Main Kits!

 

 

See you tomorrow with another super fun layout, sketch and prize!

 

Kathryn :D

CHALLENGE DETAILS:

Enter the challenge by posting your take on the above sketch either as a YouTube Video Response to the above video OR by posting a link below by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, June 23rd, 2013. In order to be eligible for this challenge, you must use either the YouTube Video Response system or the linking system below.

To use the linking system below, post a photo of your project online in a PUBLIC site (on your blog, flickr, photobucket, my Ning site). Whatever site you choose must be visible to everyone who participates in the challenge.

 

The prize for this challenge is a June 2013 Main Hip Kit.

To participate in this challenge, create a layout utilizing the above sketch. Layouts may be any size {12"x12", 8.5"x11", etc.} and can be either a one-page or two-page layout. Layouts must be complete with photos and journaling. One entry per location, per person (i.e. one video response + one blog link entry). Maximum two entries per person. Projects must be new, never before seen and created just for this challenge. If you enter twice, you must use two different projects.

I look forward to seeing what you create!

~Kathryn :D

Please follow these directions CAREFULLY as it affects your eligibility to win a prize:

1. Click the blue "Add your link" button below.

2. Enter the link to your project in the URL field.

3. Enter your first name AND last name in the "Name" field. Be sure to enter BOTH your first AND last names.

4. Enter your email address and only your email address in the "Email" field. Double check to make sure your email address is spelled correctly.

 

Here is an example of correct submission:

URL: http://thescrapbeach.blogspot.com/2013/03/new-video-boys-over-flowers-12x12.html

Name: Kathryn E. Krieger

Email: thescrapbeach@gmail.com

 

IMPORTANT: Please check back in 24 hours to ensure your name and project are still there. Entries that are not completed correctly will be deleted and you WILL NOT be notified if they are removed.

 

Link Party Entries:

NEW VIDEO: Layout Week COMING SOON!

 

 

In July of 2011, we did a week of layouts, sketches and prizes here on my blog and on YouTube. It was A TON of fun, so I decided we should do it again!

 

Starting on Monday, June 17th, I'll be kicking off Layout Week 2013 here on my blog with a sponsored giveaway from Hip 2b Square's Hip Kit Club!

 

 

They have sent me one of their June Main Kits to give away. Here's a picture of what's on the way:

 



Look at all those pretty papers! Yum!

 

 

In addition to sending one kit for me to give away, I'll be creating the first layout of Layout Week 2013 with their kits, so there will be plenty of inspiration for using yours once you get it.

 

But that's just what happens on Monday! I have FIVE step-by-step YouTube tutorials coming, with a new one posted each day of the week. That's five new layout process videos! The first one - featuring the June Hip Kit - will go up on Monday, June 17th at 5:00 a.m. Eastern USA time.

 

To convert to your time zone, click here. 

 

 

Here are some sneak peeks of the finished layout:

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

 Not only do I have five new layouts AND five new videos coming, but I have also created a sketch for each layout that will be available for you on my blog as part of each day's post - how fun is that!? I drew all my own sketches for this week's video series. Not only was it a lot of fun, but it made the creative process go so quickly!

 

 

Here's another taste of what's coming: Layout Week 2013!

  

 

 

So mark your calendars, because next week is going to be A BLAST!

 

Kathryn

Cicadas: A Love Story

As I type this blog post, the hum of the cicadas outside my window is so loud it is impossible to fully block out without some loud music.

Yesterday, Mr. Lifeguard went to Starbucks to get us breakfast and a giant cicada hitched a ride inside the house on his collar. He hung on quietly until Alan was putting the coffees on the counter and then he started buzzing his wings like a helicopter and nearly gave the poor guy a heart attack.

They swarm around you when you walk outside. Your car grill is full of them when you get home. They're loud, and they're gross and they're already over seventeen years old.

 

Check out this video by Samuel Orr that shows their amazing lifespan. He's currently working on a one hour documentary on these little guys, which you can invest in via kickstarter if you like what you see below.

 

Return of the Cicadas from motionkicker on Vimeo.

 

 

 Have a GREAT Wednesday, and I hope you enjoyed the video!

Kathryn

COMING SOON: Layout Week 2013!

 

 

In July of 2011, we did a week of layouts, sketches and prizes here on my blog and on YouTube. It was A TON of fun, so I decided we should do it again!

 

Starting on Monday, June 17th, I'll be kicking off Layout Week 2013 here on my blog with a sponsored giveaway from Hip 2b Square's Hip Kit Club!

 

 

They have sent me one of their June Main Kits to give away. Here's a picture of what's on the way:

 



Look at all those pretty papers! Yum!

 

 

In addition to sending one kit for me to give away, I'll be creating the first layout of Layout Week 2013 with their kits, so there will be plenty of inspiration for using yours once you get it.

 

But that's just what happens on Monday! I have FIVE step-by-step YouTube tutorials coming, with a new one posted each day of the week. That's five new layout process videos! The first one - featuring the June Hip Kit - will go up on Monday, June 17th at 5:00 a.m. Eastern USA time.

 

To convert to your time zone, click here. 

 

 

Not only do I have five new layouts AND five new videos coming, but I have also created a sketch for each layout that will be available for you on my blog as part of each day's post - how fun is that!? I drew all my own sketches for this week's video series. Not only was it a lot of fun, but it made the creative process go so quickly!

 

So mark your calendars, because next week is going to be a blast!

 

Kathryn

"Picture This!" Album Poll

 

 

I was recently contacted by AccuCut regarding the camera die. As I explained on the show, there had been a manufacturing problem with the die and they were unable to replace mine.

 

Recently, they let me know that they had been working on the die's design in house and had come up with an alternative die. Their in-house designers are on the fence about how it turned out and they asked if I would be willing to test it myself. I agreed and they are sending me the revised die.

 

Assuming that this die is suitable for mass production (and please bear in mind that it might not be, in which case we will continue with the picture frame album), would you like to switch from the picture frame album to the camera album for the upcoming "Picture This!" class?

 

Please check one of the answers in the poll below so I can get an idea of how you guys feel about the class!

 

Your input is very much appreciated!

 

Sincerely,

 

Kathryn

 

 

Update on Carol's Sister

 

 

I spoke with Carol of Scrapadabadoo this evening, and I have an update on her sister's condition for you. As you may know, Carol's sister suffered a very serious heart attack last week and did not show any brain activity following the arrest. She was put into a hypothermic state to preserve her brain function while her organs recovered.

 

Early yesterday morning they started letting her body temperature rise and she did wake up. She is able to blink, smile and turn her head, as well as to respond to basic questions about how she feels (if she hot, cold, in pain, etc.). The doctor's are pleased with her progress so far, but say they need to wait until she is off the ventilator to do a full assessment.

 

Her heart is clear and she is able to maintain her own blood pressure.

 

She has a touch of pneumonia, but that is improving with treatment.

 

Carol and her family appreciate your thoughts and prayers very much and she has told me they all feel them while they are with her sister in the hospital.

 

Carol will be posting updates on her sister's condition to Facebook. You can friend her here for more information: Carol Hester on Facebook.

 

If you have an order pending from Scrapadabadoo, there are people working while Carol is away to fulfill your orders. There may be a delay of 1-2 days beyond their usual fast shipping, but they are working very hard to get your products packed and on their way to you.

 

If you have any questions about your order, please contact Scrapadabadoo directly: Contact Scrapadabadoo.

NEW CLASS + SHOP ITEM: Picture This Album

We're getting ready to start a new USTREAM album series this June: a photography centered album to house all your favorite photos using the Bo Bunny "Mama Razzi 2" collection.

I am really excited about this project and the Bo Bunny collection - I'm looking forward to chronicling how photography and the way we take pictures has changed over the years & my own personal evolution with photography.

Here is a picture of the album I'll be using:

This approx. 7"x9" chipboard + wood grain album is available in my shop now!

When you purchase the album, you will get three sheets of picture frame style extra heavy chipboard and three sheets of picture frame styled wood grain paper. In the photo above, you can see how I sprayed the wood grain with Heidi Swapp Color Shine to change the color to match the paper collection. I also cut the pages in half so we'll be making a smaller album that looks like a picture frame when opened. I love it!

Since the album is cut from plain chipboard and white cardstock, you'll still be able to play along if the Bo Bunny papers are not to your taste. The neutral colors will go with any paper collection you'd like to use!


Click here for a more in depth discussion of the "Picture This!" album and a supply list: Picture This!

 

 

On today's USTREAM shows, we'll be going over the supplies for the upcoming project above, as well as making a viewer project request: the project planner Leisa Herbst designed as a gift for each of us at CHA!


I created some inserts for the planner:

Click HERE to download this printable template!

Click HERE to download this printable template!

Click HERE to download this printable template!

In the afternoon class, we'll be going over in detail the supplies for the "Picture This!" album, as well as supplies for our upcoming masculine/Father's Day projects. Then we'll be getting to work on the project planner, so gather some cardstock and your favorite paper collection and join us!

n the evening class, we'll be completing the planner + doing some decorating.


Classes are this afternoon from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Eastern USA time and then again this evening from 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM Eastern USA time.

All classes and their recordings will be over on my USTREAM channel: Kathryn Scraps!

To convert Eastern USA time to your time zone, click here: Time Zone Converter.

See you there!

NEW VIDEO: What Does Desdichaedo Mean?

I have a new layout and video to share with you today!

This one features papers from Park Bench collection by Fancy Pants Designs:

 

There was a challenge kicking around YouTube to explain the meaning behind your YouTube user id. Since that's a question I get asked from time to time, I decided to create a layout explaining some of the meaning behind it.

I wanted to play with layering circles on this layout - I love the movement it gives!

This sticker from My Mind's Eye was the perfect accent for this layout. Not only I am explaining the story behind my name, but the origins of the name are in a novel. Love the extra meaning it gives. Plus that yellow looks gorgeous over that blue doily.

I used Nestabilities to cut these circles from the papers in the collection.

I used circles throughout this layout to soften all the hard edges from the layers of patterned paper. This piece was my favorite - I love the black over the gold glitter (Martha Stewart).

That blue button is covering up a tear in the paper - opportunities for embellishment are everywhere!

I used a roller date stamp to add a date to this label from Jillibean Soup. I didn't actually have one that went back to 1982, but with some creative masking, I was able to make this one work just fine.

I love the layers of stickers here - just the right touch!

My title was a combination of Mini Market stickers by October Afternoon and DIY Thickers by American Crafts. Using all Thickers for such a long title would have been too much, but the combination of stickers keeps it from being overwhelming.

I used the Martha Stewart glitter to make my Thickers sparkle!

I filmed this layout coming together for my YouTube channel. You can watch the video below, or click this link to watch it over on YouTube: What Does Desdichaedo Mean?

  

 

Today's Thursday, so we have USTREAM starting at 2:00 PM Eastern USA time and again at 9:00 PM Eastern USA time. Join me on my USTREAM channel for fun chatting and lots of scrapbooking!

 

Kathryn :D

May Layout Week on USTREAM!

 

 

Thank you for participating in May Layout Week on my USTREAM channel yesterday! Chat was so much fun yesterday and we got two beautiful layouts created.

 

 

The first layout used the Bo Bunny Snow Play collection. This was the fifth installment in a series of classes that started in January showing how you can use seasonal papers all year in non-seasonal ways.

 



I customized the paper with inks and embossing folders so it matched my photos perfectly!

 

 

To see how this layout was made, click here for the USTREAM recording: May Layout, Bo Bunny Version.

 

 

The second layout used the Pink Paislee Hope Chest collection. Each month we do two layouts - one with the seasonal paper and the other with a paper that is not themed.

 

I used the WRMK Envelope Punch Board to make these envelopes.

 

 

To see how this layout was made, click here for the USTREAM recording: Part One and Part Two.

 

Thanks so much for joining me! Our next Layout Week will be on Thursday, June 6, 2013!

 

Kathryn :D

NSD 2013 Prize Winners! :D

 

 

I hope you all had a wonderful weekend full of scrapping, chatting and fun!

 

Just a quick post today to give you the list of prize winner's from Saturday's show. If you see your name below, please contact us with the address you'd like your prize shipped to.

 

 

Tammy Ozuna

Judy Skaggs

Gloria Flowers

Sheila Randall

Joanne Hunt

Elaine Butler

Yvonne Smith

June-Marie Body

Lori Ellingson

Nancy Lornenz

Amanda Hendrickson

Cheri Goldsmith

Rosanne Padelford

Linda Sutton

Lisa Malterud

Jamie White

June Lanum

 

 

If you sent us your address during or after the National Scrapbook Day broadcast, then you don't need to send it again!

 

Thanks so much to each and everyone one of you who contributed to making NSD 2013 such a fun time. A special thanks to our generous sponsors:

 

 

Annette Alexander (purplegirl)

Hero Arts

Jim, the Gentleman Crafter

and

Scrapadabadoo

 

 

Have a GREAT week!

 

Kathryn :D