Challenge #1: mixing old and new photos
This new project is by Sheila – very cool use of older and new photos
I love this page by Martina! She mixed a photo of herself in with a photo of her cute daughters.
Mom & Me by Jessica
DT takes of Feb Challenge #1 February 15, 2008
Feb Challenge!
The Feb Challenge is Old & New
Challenge #1 – mix together old and new photos.
1. Try scrapping a time series of photos of the same event (holiday, traditions)
2. Mix an older photo of a person with a new photo – how have they changed? Stayed the same
3. Mix an old photo of one person with a new photo of someone else (like I did an old photo of my mom with a new photo of me, and scrapped about how we the same and different)
Challenge #2 – mix together fun new stuff, with older supplies
1. This is easiest done in mono-chromatic layouts – mix various lines from one color family
2. Its also easy to do with one manufacturer, mix their older lines with newer ones
3. I like to mix new PP, with old embellies, letter stickers, etc that I have not used up. Its fun to see what of your older stuff goes well with your new paper.
Winner for Jan Challenge
I just wanted to thank those of you that did the Jan challenge! We have a winner of the $15 gift certificate to http://www.scrapfreak.com:
SAM
I love the fun mix of letters, as per the challenge, and the colors and patterns she chose. Look for the Feb challenge soon!
More Inspiration & Friendly Reminder February 7, 2008
We already have almost 1000 hits to the blog but we want to see more takes on the Jan challenges! If you share your take on the challenge by posting a comment here or to the challenge post, we will enter you in for a chance to win a prize. At least on person will get a $15 gift certificate to an online SB store. We may do an extra RAK or two.
To help inspire you, here is another take on the challenge from the DT! Laura mixed two different kinds of chipboards for a fun look!
More Sneak Peeks January 27, 2008
Today a couple of us ATL Peas got to play with the new American Crafts products before they have hit the shelves! We played with some new paper and their new 3D embellies – Details. Sadly, no new thickers yet, but we can’t wait!
Bloom & Grow by Laura
Strike A Pose by Kathi
Can You Tutu Dance? by Jessica
Our picks for CHA January 26, 2008
How we wish we were going to CHA! But instead, like most of you, we are just entertaining ourselves with all the lovely sneak peeks! By now, I am sure you all have your personal favs, but in case you have not checked them all out, here are a few of our favorites!
American Crafts – www.americancrafts.typepad.com
Still a fav company for their great Thickers, AC has some cool new stuff coming out at CHA. We are excited about the new “Remarks” clear backed decorative stickers and journaling spots. Also their new “Details” 3-d embellies are adorable. The new lines of Thickers look great, as does their ribbons.
Making Memories 5th Avenue – http://www.makingmemories.typepad.com/ (jan 21st entry)
Okay, I am in LOVE with the black, green and blue products from this new line. There is also a red/yellow/black combo. The ribbons, journaling paper, patterned paper and embellies look sophisticated and modern. I can’t wait! I am glad to see this great follow up to their incredible Noteworthy line.
Chatterbox
While there are no real peeks out yet for Chatterbox, I can’t wait to see what they have! Glad they are back
Some other picks:
We are also interested in Tattered Angels new chipboard coming out (limited pics seemed to out), My Minds Eye (while some of us loved it, it does look a lot like their last lines) and MAMBI’s Modern Milan. And there are of course several that have no peeks yet – Basic Grey for one! I can’t wait to see their new releases!
A Shout Out – Congrats to our Laura January 22, 2008
Just a quick post to give a brief shout out to one of our favorite LSS’s – Scrap Chic Boutique.
Yes, the ATL Peas to crop at A’s once a month, but we also love to support our local shops (and we scrap enough that this is NOT an issue). This store is a funky little place located in Decatur. They tend to have a good selection of the latest products.
They announced their new 2008 DT today, and I am happy to say that a few of us made it, including LAURA who is now new to their team. You can check it out here: http://www.scrapchicboutique.typepad.com/
Share your take on the challenge! January 19, 2008
Don’t forget to post a LINK to your page on your favorite online gallery (such as 2P’s, photobucket, or where I post a lot http://www.scrapfreak.com). Just add a comment to the challenge post and include a link to your work. This way we can all see your fabulous work AND you will be entered into the drawing for goodies. One lucky winner will get a $15 gift certificate to http://www.scrapfreak.com. We may have a few small goodies for others!
More great takes on the Jan challenges by our DT!
Challenge 1 & 2 Jessica
Challenge 1 Virginia (aka Sunshine)
Challenge 1 Krissy (front cover of a mini-albums she will be featuring for the next several challenges!)
Challenge 1 Sheila – a funny valentine card for her DH
January Challenge – MIX IT UP January 15, 2008
This month is all about MIXING IT UP.
Jan Challenge #1- Product usage challenge:
Tired of having all those leftover letter stickers that you can’t use? Or chipboard letters? Well for this challenge, I want you to MIX IT UP. Play with your stickers, rubons and chipboard letters to create a title or sentiment. This is a great way to use up older product and can help you create a unique look!
Planner by Martina
Hello Kitty Love by Jessica
Above, you can see I used a mix of letter stickers & chipboard. Some of the chipboard was plain (raw) making it easier to alter with markers and paint. Doodle on your letter stickers and chipboard, or use a stamp. I also added stickers and rubons.
Jan Challenge #2 – Design Challenge:
You know how great a sophisticated top can look with simple jeans… well, in the theme of mixing it up, try this with your scrapbooking by mixing together two different styles. Adding in a more casual style along with more formal styles can keep your project from being too stuffy (or too silly). Mixing various styles can also be a great way to experiment with a new style!
Try mixing your usual style and one that you like but don’t always use. An easy way to do this is to mix together different products from product lines with different styles. For my Hello Kitty minialbum, I mixed together various products, playing with different looks such as elegant mixed with grunge. Mix some Love, Elsie with MM Noteworthy. Or Basic Grey with KI. You get the idea!
HK Wear by Jessica
I promise more examples soon! Once you create your project (layout, card, altered item, minialbum, whatever you prefer!) be sure to link it in the comment section!
**I promise a cool RAK for at least one person to do our first challenge and link back to here! We would love to check out your work either on your blog or your favorite online gallery. **
posted by jessica
Welcome
So, you somehow stumbled onto our little ATL peas group! This will primarily be a challenge blog with 2 design challenges being posted each month. Make a layout, card or mini-album… hell, alter your bedroom door! Just create and have fun!
Some peeks at our DT’s work!
I Love the Trendy by Mara
La Di Da by Martina
Happy Birthday by Virginia
Christmas Memories by Laura
Owl Always Love U by Jessica
Object of My Affection by Krissy
Memory Frame by Sheila
I Look Good by Veronica
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