Hello there! Today, I want to share a layout I created for CHA Summer '11 using the Happy Day line. You saw a sneak of it on the blog earlier this week, but I've got some detailed ideas for you to use today.
I wanted some dimension on the page, so I hand cut three balloons from the Happy Day Flash Cards (#1509) paper, the balloon side, and arranged them over my photo then popped the up with adhesive foam. You can do this with many of the different elements in this line, it's one of my go-to ways to get dimension!
I also tied each balloon with some twine, another easy way to add texture to your design.
A few more tricks for you, including misting with star masks. I wanted a very subtle way to highlight the actual birthday on the It's Your Day paper (#1507)––one of my favorite papers in the line! So I punched a few stars and strategically set them on the calendars, then sprayed lightly with Studio Calico's Clay Mister Huey. The paper is already distressed slightly so the misted area doesn't detract, but does allow for a subtle image to appear. I put one of the stars over the exact birthday (haven't filled it in for privacy's sake just yet...) and now I'll be able to remember the exact date on the calendar!
My title was cut from a journaling card off the 4x6 Journaling Card Elements #2 (#1511) paper, and popped up with dimensional adhesive, such a fast and easy way to add your title!
Finally, I stamped the journaling block (one of our stamps done in conjunction with Unity Stamps) with Versamark and embossed it. This adds such a rich texture to the page and the embossed color is so intense, a perfect match for the yellow in the line. I love the look of embossing!
I hope I've been able to give you some ideas on using the Happy Day line that you can use on your next project. I am big on hand cutting embellishments from what you have, it's one way to guarentee a perfect match!
Supplies:
Happy Day Flash Cards (#1509)
It's Your Day paper (#1507)
Celebrate (#1505)
4x6 Journaling Card Elements #2 (#1511)
Unity Stamps Journaling tag
VersaMark ink
Dimensional Adhesive and Embossing Powder by American Crafts
Twine by The Twinery
Brads by Pebbles, Inc.
Sign up for Blog Updates...
nothing holds back your creativity...lovely as usual, emily!
Posted by: Monika Wright | August 12, 2011 at 06:30 AM
fabulous emily!! :)
Posted by: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1351868705 | August 12, 2011 at 04:29 PM
So cute!!
Posted by: Jen | August 12, 2011 at 09:06 PM
fabulous !
Posted by: fifine | August 13, 2011 at 01:16 AM
such a cute photo...and lovely paper collection.
Posted by: MaryAnn N | August 13, 2011 at 10:22 AM
I saw these papers in person yesterday. Ooohhh. I want them all.
Posted by: Gennet T | August 13, 2011 at 04:18 PM
love the balloons and twine!
Posted by: Lynn Darda | August 14, 2011 at 09:59 AM
But wanna remark that you have a very decent internet site , I the style it really stands out.
Posted by: maja | January 28, 2013 at 10:52 AM
Fantastic site you have here but I was wondering if you knew of any discussion boards that cover the same topics discussed here? I'd really like to be a part of community where I can get feed-back from other knowledgeable individuals that share the same interest. If you have any suggestions, please let me know. Thanks!
Posted by: elwira | January 30, 2013 at 07:54 AM
One more thing I would like to express is that rather than trying to fit all your online degree programs on times that you finish work (since the majority people are tired when they return home), try to receive most of your classes on the saturdays and sundays and only 1 or 2 courses in weekdays, even if it means taking some time away from your saturdays. This is fantastic because on the saturdays and sundays, you will be a lot more rested and concentrated for school work. Thanks a lot for the different recommendations I have realized from your web site.
Posted by: sandra | February 07, 2013 at 03:49 PM
Oh my goodness! an incredible article dude. Thanks Nevertheless I'm experiencing issue with ur rss . Don’t know why Unable to subscribe to it. Is there anyone getting identical rss problem? Anyone who is aware of kindly respond. Thnkx
Posted by: przeprowadzkikatowice | February 16, 2013 at 04:36 PM
Undeniably believe that that you said. Your favourite justification appeared to be on the web the simplest thing to be mindful of. I say to you, I definitely get annoyed whilst other folks consider concerns that they just do not understand about. You managed to hit the nail upon the highest and defined out the entire thing with no need side effect , other folks could take a signal. Will likely be again to get more. Thank you!
Posted by: Waclawa | February 27, 2013 at 12:56 PM
With blogs like this around I don't even need website anymore. I can just visit here and see all the latest happenings in the world.
Posted by: website | November 10, 2013 at 07:43 AM