Thursday, December 28, 2017

New Year's Resolutions Pocket Letter / Pocket Page

Hi everyone, I am so excited for 2018 Resolutions week. I thought it'd be fun to create a pocket page that will coordinate with a New Year's Eve page you'll see here on the blog next week. This pocket page will store our resolutions notes for 2018 that we'll write on NYE, hence the empty spots.

New Years Resolutions Pocket Page by @Heather Leopard for @PebblesInc #madewithpebbles #2018 #2018resolution #resolutions #scrapbooking #scrapbook #pocketpage #projectlife

Grab your supplies

I used a mix of Pebbles collections that included gold elements, like Girl Squad, Heart of Home and Merry Merry. I even added some gold packaging from a recent mailer I received.

Kick it off with 2018

New Years Resolutions Pocket Page by @Heather Leopard for @PebblesInc #madewithpebbles #2018 #2018resolution #resolutions #scrapbooking #scrapbook #pocketpage #projectlife

This pocket page will also be the opening page for my 2018 album next year so it just made sense to add 2018 to the 1st pocket. I added a doily as the base and then just layered over it.

Hello

New Years Resolutions Pocket Page by @Heather Leopard for @PebblesInc #madewithpebbles #2018 #2018resolution #resolutions #scrapbooking #scrapbook #pocketpage #projectlife

I was originally going to add "hello" to 2018 but I didn't like the composition so I moved it to the next card, which was created using two patterned papers. Then, I added some thread and a butterfly embellishment.

Grow Together

New Years Resolutions Pocket Page by @Heather Leopard for @PebblesInc #madewithpebbles #2018 #2018resolution #resolutions #scrapbooking #scrapbook #pocketpage #projectlife

Since this is an opening spread to my family's new year, the "Grow Together" sentiment was perfect.

Happy Family

New Years Resolutions Pocket Page by @Heather Leopard for @PebblesInc #madewithpebbles #2018 #2018resolution #resolutions #scrapbooking #scrapbook #pocketpage #projectlife

I used a rosette from the Valentine collection and just removed the Valentine themed sentiment and added a gold sequin. I placed it ocer layers of paper, tags and a sticker.

#awesome

New Years Resolutions Pocket Page by @Heather Leopard for @PebblesInc #madewithpebbles #2018 #2018resolution #resolutions #scrapbooking #scrapbook #pocketpage #projectlife

I created a sequin pocket for this cute little frame. I added some sequins to a small jewelry bag, placing a few in the bag using glue dots so they didn't all fall down to the bottom. Using my fuse tool, I made the bag to the right size of the paper frame. More tips on this can be found on my Instagram (@heatherleopard).

Gold mailer

New Years Resolutions Pocket Page by @Heather Leopard for @PebblesInc #madewithpebbles #2018 #2018resolution #resolutions #scrapbooking #scrapbook #pocketpage #projectlife

I included an ampersand on the last pocket to show that our 2018 story will continue throughout the pages of the album. I was even able to align it so that the bubble wrap dots create a "..." after the ampersand.

So that's how I created my resolutions page to kick off my 2018 album.

Tell me, do you do yearly albums and if so, do you create a page for each year?

xoxo,
Heather (@heatherleopard on social media)
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Supplies:
Heart of Home
Girl Squad
Forever My Always
Merry Merry Gold Glitter on Kraft Paper (733725)

Wednesday, December 27, 2017

2017 Top 10 Scrapbooking Blog Hop

Hi everyone.  Thanks for stopping by today.  I'm participating in a blog hop with a bunch of talented scrappers and I'm also hosting 2 GIVEAWAYS. I hope to inspire you with fun ideas from some of my favorite projects from 2017 - from scrapbooking layouts to party planning to home decor and more.

Let's take a look at my fave projects and then scroll to the bottom for the giveaways and the next stop on the hop (Tifany DeGough)...

I wanted to use a supersized photo and wanted to create a lei type look.  DOWNLOAD the free cut file and view the tutorial HERE.



Celebrate the Grands | Grandparents Scrapbooking Layout


DIY Art Party Birthday Invitations and Party Favors


I wanted to celebrate the 4th of July with a bang.  The full blog post can be found here.

Milestones Baby Gift | Mini Album

DIY Traveler's Notebook / Mini Album Find out how to make these quick and easy notebooks.

Lucky Charm Scrapbooking Layout and Free Cut File


Hello Beautiful | Simple Life Scrapbooking Layout


DIY Baby Room Decor


Snow Wonderful Tutorial


I hope you are enjoying this hop and that you are soaking up all sorts of inspiration!

GIVEAWAY
I'm giving away one $10 gift certificate to Paper Issues. Here's how to enter:

Giveaway: Follow me on Instagram @heatherleopard and leave a comment on the Top Ten Post. Tag a friend in the Instagram post comments for bonus entries - 1 per friend you tag. You have until December 31, 2017 at midnight CST to enter.

Bonus Entry: Follow me here on my blog and leave a comment on this post.

Now, it's time to visit Tifany DeGough  

Wednesday, December 20, 2017

We Believe Christmas Traditions Scrapbooking Layout

Merry Christmas, y'all!   I have to tell you about one of my family's Christmas traditions - train ride to see Santa via the Polar Express in our Christmas pajamas from our house elves.  The girls get super excited when they discover these gifts from their elves, who by the way end up covered in tape and wrapping paper. It's so funny and so cute to watch the girls.  I've documented this story on this scrapbooking layout.

Christmas Traditions Scrapbooking Layout by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #merrymerry collection #madewithpebbles #scrapbooking #scrapbook #Christmas #ChristmasTraditions #ChristmasTree #CutfileWe snapped these photos while waiting for the train to take us to the North Pole. The girls even received a golden ticket for the ride.

Gather your supplies

Christmas Traditions Scrapbooking Layout by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #merrymerry collection #madewithpebbles #scrapbooking #scrapbook #Christmas #ChristmasTraditions #ChristmasTree #Cutfile You'll need 5 - 9 patterned papers, scissors or die cut machine, the free cut file I designed, mist or other ink medium, die cuts and other embellishments as listed in supplies below.

Document your Christmas Traditions

Christmas Traditions Scrapbooking Layout by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #merrymerry collection #madewithpebbles #scrapbooking #scrapbook #Christmas #ChristmasTraditions #ChristmasTree #Cutfile Hand cut the pieces of your Christmas tree or download my free cut file HERE. Cut each piece and arrange on the page to make sure you like how it looks. Don't add adhesive yet.  You may choose to cut each piece using a different pattern like I did, the same pattern or a repeating pattern. Either way, it will look fantastic.  I chose to spread them out with a little space here and there but you might want to place them right next to each other without the space.
  Christmas Traditions Scrapbooking Layout by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #merrymerry collection #madewithpebbles #scrapbooking #scrapbook #Christmas #ChristmasTraditions #ChristmasTree #Cutfile

Next, spray gold mist lightly over your background paper. Once dry, splatter red, green and gold.  Let that dry as well. Add your tree pieces back to the page and add some random, creative stitching.  Don't worry about perfection. It was designed to have some irregularities.
  Christmas Traditions Scrapbooking Layout by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #merrymerry collection #madewithpebbles #scrapbooking #scrapbook #Christmas #ChristmasTraditions #ChristmasTree #CutfileAdd some puffy stickers as decorations for your trees to add a bit more dimension.  Try to pick out stickers that are the same color as or coordinate with the patterned paper.

Christmas Traditions Documented

Christmas Traditions Scrapbooking Layout by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #merrymerry collection #madewithpebbles #scrapbooking #scrapbook #Christmas #ChristmasTraditions #ChristmasTree #Cutfile Add your photos and other embellishments and don't forget your journaling.  While I am going to create a complimentary Christmas traditions pocket page with photos of the elves and extensive journaling, I left space at the top of the photos to add journal strips.

Christmas Traditions Scrapbooking Layout by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #merrymerry collection #madewithpebbles #scrapbooking #scrapbook #Christmas #ChristmasTraditions #ChristmasTree #Cutfile


Thanks for stopping by today. I hope you have a very Merry Christmas!

Heather (@heatherleopard on social media)  Instagram  |  Pinterest  |  Twitter 

Supplies: Merry Merry Ho Ho Ho Patterned Paper (733547) Merry Merry Poinsettia Blossoms Patterned Paper (733548) Merry Merry Candy Cane Stripes Patterned Paper (733549) Merry Merry Merry Merry Patterned Paper (733550) Merry Merry Christmas Floral Patterned Paper (733551)  Merry Merry Holly Berries Patterned Paper (733552) Merry Merry Fresh Cut Pines Patterned Paper (733556) Merry Merry Peppermints Patterned Paper (733558) Merry Merry Gold Glitter on Kraft Paper (733725) Merry Merry Cardstock Stickers Icons & Accents (733559)  Merry Merry Ephemera Cardstock Die Cuts (733560) Merry Merry Puffy Stickers (733562)

Monday, December 11, 2017

DIY Christmas Gift Wrap Tags

Hi everyone.  Before I show you my Christmas Gift Wrap Tags, I want to say that I'm thrilled to be returning to the Pebbles design team for a 2nd year. 

My goal is to inspire you with scrapbooking layouts and all things crafty.  Please let me know what you like about me and would like to see more of from me - cut files, types of layouts, more photos, less photos on a layout, etc. etc.  Just leave me a comment and/or connect with me on social media, which are all listed at the bottom of this post.

 Now, let's get started with today's crafty project... DIY Christmas Gift Wrap Tags by @heatherleopard using @PebblesInc #merrymerry collection #madewithpebbles #christmastags #gifttags #Christmas

DIY Christmas Gift Wrap Tags

DIY Christmas Gift Wrap Tags by @heatherleopard using @PebblesInc #merrymerry collection #madewithpebbles #christmastags #gifttags #Christmas To get started, wrap your gifts in your favorite gift wrap  or if your package is small enough, using patterned paper that coordinates with your tags.

Gather your supplies

DIY Christmas Gift Wrap Tags by @heatherleopard using @PebblesInc #merrymerry collection #madewithpebbles #christmastags #gifttags #Christmas Gather your coordinating tags, die cuts, stickers, twine and anything else you's like to decorate your tags.

Create your tags

Washi Christmas Tree Tag DIY Christmas Gift Wrap Tags by @heatherleopard using @PebblesInc #merrymerry collection #madewithpebbles #christmastags #gifttags #Christmas Add strips of Washi on white cardstock, precut to slightly larger than your Christmas tree design that you will be cutting. Make sure to add enough rows and cover the majority of the paper. DIY Christmas Gift Wrap Tags by @heatherleopard using @PebblesInc #merrymerry collection #madewithpebbles #christmastags #gifttags #Christmas Cut your design using your favorite die cut, machine or by hand. DIY Christmas Gift Wrap Tags by @heatherleopard using @PebblesInc #merrymerry collection #madewithpebbles #christmastags #gifttags #Christmas For all tags, layer die cuts and embellishments. Make sure to write a personalized note to the back of the tags. Then, tie twine around the gifts, making sure to tie your gift tags into the twine. DIY Christmas Gift Wrap Tags by @heatherleopard using @PebblesInc #merrymerry collection #madewithpebbles #christmastags #gifttags #Christmas Now, you are set! These can be used as part of your home decor until you are ready to gift them to someone special. 

Thanks for stopping by today. I wish you all a very, merry Christmas!

Heather (@heatherleopard on social media)
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Supplies: Merry Merry Ho Ho Ho Patterned Paper (733547) Merry Merry Christmas Floral Patterned Paper (733551)  Merry Merry Holly Berries Patterned Paper (733552)  Merry Merry Washi Tape (733561)  Merry Merry Gold Glitter on Kraft Paper (733725) Merry Merry Cardstock Stickers Icons & Accents (733559)  Merry Merry Ephemera Cardstock Die Cuts (733560) Merry Merry Puffy Stickers (733562)

Thursday, November 16, 2017

Thanksgiving Gifts | Party Favors

Hello everyone.  While my Thanksgiving guests usually leave quite stuffed, I like to send them off with a treat so show that I am grateful they chose to spend their day with us.  This year, I'm sending them home with a Thanksgiving gift - some delicious home baked bread and since I don't want you to feel left out, I've included the recipe below.
  Thanksgiving Gift Idea and Recipe by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #HeartofHome collection #thanksgiving #ThanksgivingGift #madewithpebbles

Let's start baking!

Thanksgiving Gift Idea and Recipe by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #HeartofHome collection #thanksgiving #ThanksgivingGift #madewithpebbles Gather your Thanksgiving gift supplies and follow the recipe to make your very own delicious zucchini bread. Set it aside while you prepare your packaging.

Let's get crafty!

Thanksgiving Gift Idea and Recipe by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #HeartofHome collection #thanksgiving #ThanksgivingGift #madewithpebbles The Heart of Home collection has the best tags and die cuts for these delicious bread gifts.  They are especially great because they already have sentiments pre-printed on them so it makes this project easy peasy! Pick your favorites and start layering them.

Wrap it up!

Thanksgiving Gift Idea and Recipe by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #HeartofHome collection #thanksgiving #ThanksgivingGift #madewithpebbles Once the bread has cooled, insert them into cellophane bags, wrap some twine and add your tags. Now you have a delicious Thanksgiving gift to treat your guests to. Thanks for stopping by today.  I hope you have a blessed week! Heather

Supplies: Heart of Home Family Tree 12″x12″ Patterned Paper (733744) Heart of Home From Me to You 12″x12″ Patterned Paper (733745) Heart of Home Wild Daisies12″x12″ Patterned Paper (733755) Heart of Home Ephemera (733769) Heart of Home Dimensional Stickers (733765)

Tuesday, November 7, 2017

DIY Art Party Birthday Invitations and Party Favors

Hello wonderful Pebbles friends. Today I'm sharing DIY Art Party Birthday Invitations and Party Favors I made for my daughter's birthday. The Happy Hooray collection was a perfect match to this art themed rainbow party! Check back in 2 weeks for the rest of the party decor setup!

DIY art party birthday invitations and party favors by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #happyhooray collection #madewithpebbles #birthday #birthdayparty #birthdayinvitations #partyfavors

Gather your supplies

DIY art party birthday invitations and party favors by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #happyhooray collection #madewithpebbles #birthday #birthdayparty #birthdayinvitations #partyfavors
  • 8.5" x 11"white cardstock
  • 5 - 6 colors of patterned paper or cardstock for the paint colors
  • adhesive
  • My free painter's pallet cut file for Silhouette
  • Printer or pen to write the party details (mine were left blank for privacy reasons)

DIY art party birthday invitations tutorial

These are incredibly easy to make if you have a template for my free cut file.  Let's walk through the steps...
  • Determine the size you want to cut your invitations and then you can either print your party details on the cardstock before you run it through your die cut machine or leave enough space to add the party details later, like I did. I was able to cut two at a time from one 8.5" x 11" cardstock paper.
DIY art party birthday invitations and party favors by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #happyhooray collection #madewithpebbles #birthday #birthdayparty #birthdayinvitations #partyfavors
  • Cut the painter's pallet from the cardstock.  Make sure you measure and line your cut file up so it cuts around your party details where you want it to cut.  NOTE: I included cut lines so you could insert a paint brush so keep that in mind when you are printing and cutting.
DIY art party birthday invitations and party favors by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #happyhooray collection #madewithpebbles #birthday #birthdayparty #birthdayinvitations #partyfavors
  • Cut the paint pieces from your patterned paper or colored cardstock. Adhere them around the edge and around your party details.
  • Insert a toy paint brush and deliver to friends.  By the way, I found a package of 30 paint brushes in the party section of my local hobby store. Great buy with coupon!
DIY art party birthday invitations and party favors by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #happyhooray collection #madewithpebbles #birthday #birthdayparty #birthdayinvitations #partyfavors

DIY art party birthday party favors tutorial

DIY art party birthday invitations and party favors by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #happyhooray collection #madewithpebbles #birthday #birthdayparty #birthdayinvitations #partyfavors Each little artist will walk away from the party with their own painting but here's an idea to keep their creative juices flowing - watercolor party favors.  You can whip these up quickly and easily are their are sure to be a hit! You can even have the birthday honoree write personalized thank you cards and all you have to do is insert them in the water color cases.
  • Cut a strip of patterned paper to fit inside the lid of the watercolor case.
  • Write a thank you sentiment and print it out on white cardstock
  • Add a solid colored frame around the sentiment to help it pop against the patterned paper strip
  • Adhere the frames sentiment to the strip and insert it into the watercolor case
  • Add some cute tags and a personalized note to the package.  Tie with a ribbon.
DIY art party birthday invitations and party favors by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #happyhooray collection #madewithpebbles #birthday #birthdayparty #birthdayinvitations #partyfavors With that, you're all set for for your DIY art party birthday. Follow me on Instagram (@heatherleopard) and I'll post the rest of the party decorations later this month

Thanks for stopping by today.

 Supplies: Happy Hooray Hooray (732337) Happy Hooray Rainbowtastic  (732391) Happy Hooray Balloon Animals (732393) Happy Hooray Make a Wish (732531) Happy Hooray Party Animal (732534) Happy Hooray Eat Cake (732580) Happy Hooray Party Time (732588) Happy Hooray Celebrate (732615) Happy Hooray Enamel Sprinkles Stickers (732625)

Tuesday, October 31, 2017

Trick or Treat Scrapbooking Layout | Midnight Haunting

Happy Halloween, everyone!  I'm here with a spooktacular Trick or Treat scrapbooking layout today.  My daughter has been wearing her Halloween costume every day since we got it a few weeks ago.  She asked if she could try out the bow and arrow so we headed out to the yard and what do you know? This toy set actually worked.  I grabbed my camera real quick and took a few action shots.  I just loved this one where she looked up at me so I had to scrap it. Trick or Treat Scrapbooking Layout by @HeatherLeopard using @pebblesinc #MidnightHaunting collection #Halloween #scrapbooking #scrapbook #trickortreat

Trick or Treat scrapbooking layout supplies:

Trick or Treat Scrapbooking Layout by @HeatherLeopard using @pebblesinc #MidnightHaunting collection #Halloween #scrapbooking #scrapbook #trickortreat

Take a look at how the Trick or Treat scrapbooking layout came together

Gather your favorite Midnight Haunting ot combination of Halloween supplies.  I used at least 6 different patterned papers, maybe even more, plus stickers and my electronic die cutting machine. Trick or Treat Scrapbooking Layout by @HeatherLeopard using @pebblesinc #MidnightHaunting collection #Halloween #scrapbooking #scrapbook #trickortreat Make a super-sized Trick or Treat statement using your favorite font, or download one from your cutting machine's store, like I did.  Design the page in the die cut software to make sure everything fits just right and then you can do one of two things.....1, cut the letters from the background paper or 2, cut each letter from your patterned paper of choice.  I chose option 1. Trick or Treat Scrapbooking Layout by @HeatherLeopard using @pebblesinc #MidnightHaunting collection #Halloween #scrapbooking #scrapbook #trickortreat After choosing option 1, I hand cut papers to add to the back of the page, shifting them around until I felt the patterns were evenly distributed. You can see that I just have them placed under each letter.  I'll trim them up as I adhere them to the back of the paper.

Make it stand out!

Trick or Treat Scrapbooking Layout by @HeatherLeopard using @pebblesinc #MidnightHaunting collection #Halloween #scrapbooking #scrapbook #trickortreat I wanted the words to POP so I traced around each of the letters and what a difference that made! Trick or Treat Scrapbooking Layout by @HeatherLeopard using @pebblesinc #MidnightHaunting collection #Halloween #scrapbooking #scrapbook #trickortreat Since I was doing a Halloween layout about my Archer Girl, I added a fun arrow-like design to the page, where there was a big open gap.  It filled the space perfectly and really tied the photo better to the page.  The arrow I selected had openings in the feather tips so I added a couple of patterns there too.

Add your finishing touches

Trick or Treat Scrapbooking Layout by @HeatherLeopard using @pebblesinc #MidnightHaunting collection #Halloween #scrapbooking #scrapbook #trickortreat Next, I added my photo and embellishments, placing a few butterflies and stars scattered here and there. So, this Halloween, will you ask her for an archery trick or give her a treat?

 Supplies: Midnight Haunting “Midnight Sentiments” Patterned Paper (733639) Midnight Haunting “Whirling Leaves ” Patterned Paper (733640) Midnight Haunting 12″x12″ Pumpkin Patch Patterned Paper (733642) Midnight Haunting 12″x12″ Eyes on You Patterned Paper (733643) Midnight Haunting 12″x12″ Haunted Mansion Patterned Paper (733645) Midnight Haunting 12″x12″ Hauntingly Beautiful Patterned Paper (733647) Midnight Haunting 12″x12″ Pumpkin Plain Patterned Paper (733650) Midnight Haunting Ephemera (733654) Midnight Haunting Cardstock Stickers (733653) American Crafts Sticky Thumb Adhesive Runner & Refill (340261) White Cardstock