Tuesday, June 26, 2018

Time Saver Tips | Butterflies Scrapbooking Layout

Hi everyone. Heather Leopard is here with a multi-dimensional butterflies scrapbooking layout! This was super fun and it was super easy to put together. While it was relatively quick to create in about an hour to an hour and a half, the speed scrappers could forgo the multiple layers and sewing and really whip this out quickly. Let’s take a look and I’ll share some TIME SAVER TIPS…
Dream Big Butterfly scrapbooking layout by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #PatioParty collection #madewithpebbles #scrapbooking #scrapbook #butterfly #dreambig #paigeevans
To make this layout really come to life, this butterflies scrapbooking page includes mixed media, a die cut, layers of die cut “fillers” and machine stitching!

Let’s get started

I knew the page was going to be slightly busy so I chose a patterned paper background that was a bit more simple.  I wanted to wash it out just a bit more so I applied white gesso. Once dry, I added teal and gold mist that I sprayed and dabbed around the page using plastic packaging material. TIME SAVER TIP: skip this step and save on drying time. Just make sure to avoid a busy background for a more appealing design.
Dream Big Butterfly scrapbooking layout by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #PatioParty collection #madewithpebbles #scrapbooking #scrapbook #butterfly #dreambig #paigeevans
While the background dried, I cut the butterfly cut file from Paige Evans out of white cardstock. Although it’s quite subtle, I applied clear gesso and pink spray to the white butterfly cardstock once it was cut out. While that was drying, I disassembled the cut file and cut the inside “fillers” out of multiple patterned papers. I cut double the amount needed so I could double layer many of them, as seen in the photo above. TIME SAVER TIP: save time by not adding the additional gesso over the die cut and only cutting one layer of butterflies.
Dream Big Butterfly scrapbooking layout by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #PatioParty collection #madewithpebbles #scrapbooking #scrapbook #butterfly #dreambig #paigeevans
I applied the butterfly cut file only in the middle because I wanted the cut file to lift up here and there. I knew I’d be stitching over it soon enough anyway.  I then added the butterflies to the background with just a little dab of liquid adhesive so they’d stay in place in the sewing machine. I stitched each and every butterfly; some as a straight stitch and others with a zig zag. TIME SAVER TIP: adhere the butterflies with more adhesive and skip the sewing.
Dream Big Butterfly scrapbooking layout by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #PatioParty collection #madewithpebbles #scrapbooking #scrapbook #butterfly #dreambig #paigeevans
Lift the butterfly wings up to reveal the multiple levels. The butterfly cut file lifts ever so slightly, then the bottom wing lifts to reveal the background pattern and the top wings lift to reveal the lower wings! I suggest adding foam adhesive under the wings to keep them popped up.
Dream Big Butterfly scrapbooking layout by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #PatioParty collection #madewithpebbles #scrapbooking #scrapbook #butterfly #dreambig #paigeevans
Next, I added my photo. I kept layers around it to a minimum because hello….butterfly layers galore! Then I finished it off with a title, a few more butterflies here and there around the page and journaling.
Dream Big Butterfly scrapbooking layout by @HeatherLeopard using @PebblesInc #PatioParty collection #madewithpebbles #scrapbooking #scrapbook #butterfly #dreambig #paigeevans
Thanks so much for stopping by today. I hope you enjoyed this butterflies scrapbooking layout and the TIME SAVER TIPS I shared today!
xoxo, Heather
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Wednesday, June 13, 2018

Little Cutie Floral Wreath Scrapbooking Layout

Hi friends! I am here today with a labor of love with this floral wreath scrapbooking layout.  If you like fussy cutting and if you like mixing and matching die cuts and flowers, this is a layout for you.  Take a look at the project and then check back next week for the process video I created for this project.

Floral Wreath scrapbooking layout by @heatherleopard using @pebblesinc #patioparty collection #scrapbooking #madewithpebbles #scrapbook #flowers #mixedmedia

All those flowers came from one gorgeous piece of patterned paper from the Patio Party collection. That's a lot of fussy cutting, don't you think? Want to know a little secret??? I didn't actually fussy cut all those flowers. I used my Silhouette CAMEO and Pixscan to trace and cut all those flowers.  I can't say it really saved that much time since I had to set it up and trace it, clean it up, cut and weed it but it sure did save my hands from getting tired.

Floral Wreath scrapbooking layout by @heatherleopard using @pebblesinc #patioparty collection #scrapbooking #madewithpebbles #scrapbook #flowers #mixedmedia

To create this floral wreath layout, I used two pieces of patterned paper for the base, cutting an 8" circle from the middle of the top sheet and layering it over the 2nd paper.  Then, I applied gesso and spray mists to give the background a bit of texture and color. Once dried, I stitched around the circle 3 times.

Floral Wreath scrapbooking layout by @heatherleopard using @pebblesinc #patioparty collection #scrapbooking #madewithpebbles #scrapbook #flowers #mixedmedia

I also used a cute file from Paige Evans. It's an adorable floral / leaf bundle, which I cut out of white cardstock and backed the leaves with green patterned paper while keeping the flowers plain.  I did that because I knew I was going to stack the fussy cut flowers over the top. I like the mix of materials here.  I also added a few fussy cut gold butterflies to the mix.

Floral Wreath scrapbooking layout by @heatherleopard using @pebblesinc #patioparty collection #scrapbooking #madewithpebbles #scrapbook #flowers #mixedmedia

I left plenty of room to add a title and journaling and then sprinkled a few gold hearts around the openly stitched areas so they wouldn't feel lonely. Please check back next week for my follow up blog post, which will include the process video, showing how I scanned the flowers all the way through the finishing touches.

Thanks for stopping by today.
xoxo, Heather
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Wednesday, June 6, 2018

Masculine Cards

Hi everyone.  I'm here to share a few Masculine cards for the men in your life.
Masculine Cards by Heather Leopard Pebbles using @JenHadfield #PatioParty collection #cards #madewithpebbles
Yes, there’s a bow or two and even a flower but these were made with men in mind so they are Masculine-ish. I mean men often bring their ladies flowers, am I right?!?!
Masculine Cards by Heather Leopard Pebbles using @JenHadfield #PatioParty collection #cards #madewithpebbles
For the first card, I selected three 2″ x 2″ cards with sentiments that remind me of every day with the father of my children.  They are perfect for this with their wood grain, grey concrete like backgrounds. I alternated them placing two on the left at the top and bottom and one on the right in the middle.
Masculine Cards by Heather Leopard Pebbles using @JenHadfield #PatioParty collection #cards #madewithpebbles
Next…bugs!  I added elements in the blank spaces, including a dragon fly, bees and a bow.
Masculine Cards by Heather Leopard Pebbles using @JenHadfield #PatioParty collection #cards #madewithpebblesHere’s the final card.  I love how simple, yet detailed it is.
Masculine Cards by Heather Leopard Pebbles using @JenHadfield #PatioParty collection #cards #madewithpebbles
For the next thing, I covered the card with a blue background and used a 3″x4″ wood-grained card, backed with a patterned paper.  I then added the stringed lights banner to the card using 3D foam for dimension and added a bow.  I thought I was done with the card at that point but I decided to cover the white flowers printed under “stay awhile” with colorful flowers, also adhered with 3D foam.
Masculine Cards by Heather Leopard Pebbles using @JenHadfield #PatioParty collection #cards #madewithpebbles
Thinking back on it, I think this card could be more masculine by not adding that colored flower and sticking with the white printed flower cluster but I also love this version and many guys wear pink with confidence!
Thanks so much for stopping by today.
xoxo, Heather
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