I took this photo of the Blue Flannel swirl a few weeks ago, and having just returned from northern Minnesota where my kids went sliding on two different occasions, I can’t wait to break out this paper and play with some snowy pictures!  Isn’t it gorgeous?  This is from the paper called “Pajama Party.”
Deck the [...]

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This week’s challenge comes from DT member Susan Dupre:
My challenge is about whatever helps get you through the holidays.  For me, I love to sit and relax with my Venti Starbuck’s latte and my latest scrapbook or decorating magazine and cuddle up in a chair for some peace and quiet.  My husband likes to take [...]

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Sewing, both by hand and machine, makes perfect scrapbook page
embellishments. I love the unique touch it brings to the layout! It may
take some time, but the stitches create dimension and can make
attractive borders for photos, journaling or other elements. You can
create your own embellishements or even stitch your elements to your
page. Once you get started, [...]

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This week’s blog challenge comes from Design Team member Kimberlee Croucher:

Can you believe Christmas is right around the corner? The shopping days are dwindling down, the hunt to find the perfect Christmas tree is on, and yuletide carols play on the radio. In the middle of all of the hustle and bustle, it’s nice to [...]

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Your December 5th challenge is brought to you by Design Team member JJ Sobey.
Let’s see some distressing!
For this challenge, give your edges a little more depth and character by tearing and then inking them. Notice how the torn and inked edges pull the elements together in the layout below.

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