Brothers!!

 This months' sketch screamed scrapbook layout!!!  If you're like me you love a good jump off point whether you're a card maker or scrapbooker it gets the mojo going and this sketch is a good one. 

 

I had some great random photos of my grandsons with their brothers.  They make me smile knowing they might fight like cats & dogs but are also best friends.  

This is the layout I created from the sketch.  I let the paper shine with the large, colourful phrases.  

I then built on the basic layout to create a two page spread. 

I did change the "brothers" title from the original and used puffy stickers from the same paper collection to tie it to the second page.  After taking this pic,  I also added journaling on the "epic" page.  

I can't wait to see what you create with this sketch.  Will it be a card, a scrapbook page or maybe a home decor item.  Please remember to link up your project at Atlantic Heart Sketch Challenge blog.

Happy Retirement - AHSC

 Welcome to a fabulous sketch from Atlantic Hearts Sketch Challenge!!  This week tested my math skills....

I remembered after my calculations I had a die that would have cut this grid for me - - ooops.

A friend & neighbour is retiring this summer & the fun cloud patterned paper was perfect to make a grid background.

I used "Good in the Woods" stamp set from Kraftin Kimmie Stamps for the image and a long loved & well used retirement stamp set from CTMH.  

The image is coloured with Copic markers, and mounted on a simple white circle.    The kite & clouds are stickers from a partially used sticker sheet.  I'm still trying to use some items from my stash.  

So my TIP for this week is "use your stash" & shop your own supplies!!

Pull out your grid die or test your math skills and play along with us this week at Atlantic Hearts Sketch Challenge

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Welcome to this weeks' sketch for Atlantic Hearts Sketch Challenge!!!

  When I first look at a sketch I like to identify the various elements, and then plan out my project.  This sketch has three basic elements, one a herringbone or patterned paper, two a large focal image and three a sentiment and embellishments.

 

I've created the herringbone pattern using 3/4" strips of cardstock leaving the white core and trimming along the edges of the card base.  

For my large focal image I've used a die from my stash and paper pieced a cute golf cart & bag.  The golfer image is coloured using copic markers and popped up with foam dimensional.  To finish off I've added the sentiment and three white embellishment dots.

We hope you'll play along with this weeks' sketch and link up your project here.

AHSC #673 - Velma Style

 

This weeks sketch from AHSC is all about the clean lines.

I'm all about the "clean & simple" cardmaking so this sketch is right in my comfort zone.  

My daughter-in-law & son love "cosplay" and one of my daughter-in-law's characters is "Velma" from Scooby Doo.  Perfect image for her birthday card.  

I've coloured the image using Copic markers, fussy cut & popped up with foam tape.  The sentiment is heat embossed (WOW) alabaster.  

***TIP*** Although this pattern paper is from Fall Favourites - Echo Park the colours are perfect for this image.  Think outside the box with patterned papers & ephemera.  Use for other themes too.

I love to have you play along with us this week at AHSC.  Leave me a comment what you think of Velma!!

Jennifer

AHSC #671 - Such a Good Boy!

Happy March!!  It's time for this weeks' sketch from Michelle at Atlantic Hearts Sketch Challenge.

I've created a birthday card for our oldest grandson with this weeks' sketch.  Notice I've turned the sketch 90 degrees.  

 I'm all about "using it up" in 2026.  That's not to say I don't make new purchases, but I am making a conscientious effort to check out the stash for previously loved items.   I had to dig deep for these card embellishments - mini brads and grosgrain ribbon (CTMH) and was pleased they matched great with new patterned paper from Echo Park.

**TIP ** -  Clean & simple with minimal embellishments are striking! 

We do hope you'll play along with us at Atlantic Hearts Sketch Challenge this week.  Remember to link up your project and check out all the DT work.  

Jennifer

 

New Reader!!

 

  Ready for this weeks' sketch at Atlantic Hearts Sketch Challenge.

I'll admit this sketch had me stumped.... 

I've been working on a mini album for one of my grandsons who is beginning his reading journey.  The album hopefully will keep him not only interested in reading but also in journaling his thoughts about each book.  I'm using the Simple Stories flip book which measures around 6 1/4 x 8 1/4 and includes various pocket sizes.  

I'm using Witches & Wizards paper collection (Echo Park) for the majority of his book.  For the sketch I cut approximately 1/2" strips of interesting words from the patterned paper, and cut apart a longer sentiment strip.   

**TIP** - Use monochromatic patterned paper & sentiments (I've added three small dark green stars)

We're ready to record the 3rd book!!  

Thanks for checking out my design using this weeks' sketch from Atlantic Hearts Sketch Challenge.   Now it's your turn to get creative.

    

Jennifer

Sketch #667 Magic

This is a great sketch with clean lines & layers.  What magic will be created? 

I love seeing a little person get bit by the book bug.  The joy that comes from picking up a book and getting lost in the story is magical.  Three of my four grandsons are starting their reading journeys and I couldn't be more proud. 

Using Witches & Wizards (Echo Park) collection, I've layered the busy pattern paper pieces with solid pieces to create a pleasing background.  

**TIP** - Use embossing folders to create a subtle pattern on solid colour cardstock for visual interest.    

Books are a favourite gift & this card will be perfect for a special present. 

Thanks for playing along with us at Atlantic Hearts Sketch Challenge .