Sketch #28

Here's sketch #28. A 5-photo layout inspired by...dare I say it?...a spam message. Normally, nothing is more annoying to me than junk messages in my email inbox, but one actually gave me pause before I hit the delete key.

Sketches should provide you with inspiration. Feel free to inject your own personality into my design. Turn the stars into flowers, hearts or skulls (whatever you're into). If you can't stand straight lines, then tilt some or all the photos and tear the paper edges. Your scrapbook should be a reflection of who you are.

I welcome your comments. Please send me a .jpg of or link to your completed layout using any of my sketches and I'll be sure to give you the accolades you deserve.

All the best,
Colleen

Sketch #26 Update

I will be the featured SATURDAY SKETCH ARTIST at http://sisterhoodofscrap.blogspot.com on May 10th. So, you'll just have to wait for Sketch #26 until then. I promise it's worth the wait.

Digital Paper Freebie

Here is a digital paper freebie that I created using Photoshop Elements. You can download it as either a .psd or .jpg file here.

Make sure you read the Terms of Use file before using.

Enjoy,
Colleen

Sketch #27

I haven't made a blog entry since November. I can't believe it. I've been teaching myself Photoshop Elements. I've been using digital kits to create the last several sketches. This took me hours to create each sketch. I'm going to try sketching in gray tones going forward. I should be able to give you a sketch a week this way.

As always, if you use my sketch, please send me a link to where it's posted or send me a .jpg file of your creation and I'll post it here. My email address is colleen@colleenmulder-seward.com.

PS You might be wondering why I skipped sketch #26. I've submitted it for consideration at another blog site for their Saturday Sketch. I'll keep you updated.

ttfn,
Colleen

Sketch #25

One page. 12 photos. Great for: baby's first year, 12 grades of school pictures and holidays/events where you have a ton of pictures but don't want it to take up an entire album .

Credits:

Papers:
Paisley paper = Funky Floral by Leah Riordan Designs @ scrap.mommyish.net and oscraps.com
Striped, linen and green papers = Larry by Jan Crowley Queen of Quirk @ oscraps.com

Embellishments:
Funky Floral by Leah Riordan Designs @mommyish.com and oscraps.com

Font:
Chelsea Studio

Happy scrapping,
Colleen

Happy Digital Scrapbooking Day!

If you have ever considered trying your hand at digital or hybrid (also known as tradigital) scrapbooking, now is the time. Today, November 3rd, is Digital Scrapbooking Day. Digital scrapbooking sites across the internet are celebrating with freebies, big discounts and tutorials to get you started. Click here to view all the the official DSD participants.

Happy Scrapping!,
Colleen

Sketch #24

Believe it or not, this layout was inspired from a scene in Ugly Betty. Like I revealed in my earlier post, my inspiration comes from everywhere.

I think this sketch is reminiscent of a French bulletin board with a file folder tucked under its ribbons.

Please send me your creations. I just love it when you share them with me.

Credits

Papers: ©2005-2006 Atomic Cupcake Springy collection. www.atomiccupcake.com.
Embellishments:
- Brads and tab ©2005-2006 Atomic Cupcake Springy collection. www.atomiccupcake.com.
- Ribbon is my creation.
Font:
The King and Queen

NOTE: All the Atomic Cupcake items are available as a free download on their website.

Until next time,
Colleen