Hodge Podge Art

::Frame It::

Happy Tuesday, everyone.  Ang here with this weeks Hodge Podge challenge.  I am always taking lots and lots, and LOTS of photos.  Most of the time, I only get that one shot that catches my eye, but often times, I end up with a ton of adorable photos that I just don't know what to do with.  I mean, come on...you can only hang so many photos of your child eating chocolate ice cream on the wall, right.  lol. 

That is why I love a multi-photo page.  It allows me to get a ton of photos down in one project.  This week, your challenge is to scrap a multi-photo layout using a variety of ways to frame your photos.

I invited Lisa and Erica to join us this week.  Welcome, ladies!  Thanks for playing along.  And now, here is some inspiration:

::from Me::

Credits:  Papers, tag, circle frame (Heaven Sent kit), and bracket frame by Amy Hutchinson.  Flowers and alpha (Our Mojo Garden) by Marcie Reckinger.  Jewel by Two Sisters Designs.  Frames by Andrea Burns.  Fonts: CK Classic and CK Frames.

::from Lisa::

Credits:  Papers, doodled corners, brackets, tag, and alpha by Shabby Princess.  Papers, old money, newspaper, and numbers by Christina Renee.  Laced ribbon by Jen Wilson.  Hemp tie by April Rieff.  Beauty Mark by Two Sisters Designs.

::from Erica::

Credits:  Papers and Elements (With Love) by Michelle Coleman.  Felt heart (Love Struck) by Dani Mogstad.  Love stamp and month stamp frames (Everyday Love) by Emily Powers.  Shmootzy Alpha #4 by Nancie Rowe Janitz.  Funky Trinkets and Loose Stitches by Syrin.  One The Edge #3 by Catrine.  Daily Bird font and quote (Inspiration Station) by Audrey Neal.  Scalloped funky frame (used as clipping mask) by Jacque Larson.

::from Traci::

Credits:  Sweetest Thing collab by Gina Miller and Rachel Young.  Foiled Again alpha by Rachel Young.  Distressed...Again overlay and drop shadow actions by Traci Murphy.  Fun frame by Madam Mim.

::from emily::

credits: rue 88 papers by iod. one sweet day kit by corina nielsen. acrylic alpha from photo-a-day kit by angela & emily powers and lanne. not very serious kit by jofia devoe. date it by amber clegg. mojo garden kit by marcie reckinger and laura burger. staple fool by traci murphy. everday love kit by emily powers. negative strip from bookbag essentials by gina cabrera. font: pea cammi-pea.

:: from gina ::

credits: "Not Very Serious" kit and "Flower Mania" by Jofia Devoe. Stitches by Two Sisters. Photo prong by Jessica Bolton.  Alpha beads by Kim Giarrusso.  Font is AL Modern Type.

Congrats to Sabdesbois - last week's Hodge Podge winner!

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This weeks winner will get a $5 coupon to our Two Sisters shop at our new home {we are} storytellers which opens February 14th!

::Inspired by Art::

I love when I'm inspired to do something, whether its designing or a layout, or even decorating my home, when I see incredible art.  I saw this CD cover and knew I had to "scrap it."

So however it inspires you, show me!

Here's what we came up with...

from me

credits: paper from Funk That Spring, sun by Tiff Brady, sea elements by Madame Mim, hand stamped alpha by Michelle Coleman, bead alpha by Kim Giarrusso, drop shadow actions by Traci Murphy.

from gina

credits:  Background papers are Tracy Ann Robinson and Eve Recinella combined.  Frame, fish, yellow "seaweed" & glitter bubbles by Madame Mim.  Glitter splats by Christina Renee.  Stitching by Two Sisters. Painted alphas by Rhonna Farrer.  Date stamp by Amber Clegg.  Fonts are Family Cat Fat & Susie's Hand.

from angela

credits:  Plain paper and decorative sticker (Chasing Rainbows kit) and flower by Michelle Coleman.  Felt border by Amy Martin.  Clear alpha (Photo-a-Day kit) by Angela Powers.  Tag board alpha by Brigit. Patterned paper (Everyday Love kit) by Emily Powers.  Ledger paper (Funky Junky kit) by Michelle Godin.  Staples (Shabby Snowkisses kit) by Shabby Miss Jenn.  Painted hearts by Kellie Mize.  Font: CK Classic.

from anne

credits: Corina Nielsen: Alpha-pa-looza Stampers, Rachel Young: Sequin Spills Solids, Anne deJong: Fallen Leaves, Primary Papers, Tracy Ann Digital Arts: Glitzy Circles, Jenna Desai: Whimsical Delights
Jackie Eckles: Tape Sampler

from angela

credits: Gina Miller Sweet Candy Corn (papers, stitching, flowers, candy corn, ribbon, swirl, photo mask, tape, frame, button, shimmer border),Kate Hadfield Heavy Duty Staples and Doodled Paper Alpha,Katie Pertiet Stacked Vintage Frame,Traci Murphy Various Drop Shadows,Lisa Whitney Real Stamped Alpha,Meredith Fenwick Pastel Rainbow Glitter Paint (recolored),Fonts are Pea Amy*Rica Script and Mariette Tryout

from kristin

credits: Traci Murphy (Basically Orange, Basically Yellow, Basically Red, Basically Green, and Spreading Cheer papers; Doodle Notes flowers; drop shadow actions) Gina Miller (Skinny Minnie ribbons) Emily Merritt (bubble wrap) Zoe Pearn (alphas).

Gina here - congrats to Emi - last week's Hodge Podge winner!  Thanks to all who played along!

:: a day in the life... ::

That's one of my favorite Beatle songs you know!

Hey friends! Gina here, with a fun new Hodge Podge for all of you!!

This year, it seems that many of us scrappers have decided to partake in Project 365- taking daily photos and really trying to capture the little moments we may otherwise overlook. For this challenge, I want you to take a series of photos throughout the course of one day. It's simple really: just include a minimum of 4 photos and a lot of journaling so we can experience a bit of your day with you, the artist!

Joining us this week are the very talented Emily Merritt and Brittany Farrer!

And here are some of our layouts to get you started!

MINE

credits: Papers fro Corina Nielsen's new "One Sweet Day" kit at PrimaHybrid.  Swirl template by Anna Aspnes. Red stitch by Kate Hadfield. Photo corner by Kylie Clark. Paper fold template by Karah Fredricks.  Black stitches by Two Sisters. Tiny #s and notepaper by Katie Pertiet. Stamped alpha by Michelle Coleman. Flowers by Annie Manning.  Fonts are CK To Do List and PunchLabel.

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EMILY (POWERS)

journaling: I *heart* Saturdays. They are the hiccup in our week--a reminder to slow down, to breathe in the ordinary and exhale the extraordinary, to simply BE together. This Saturday, you woke up at around 8:45 a.m. Daddy got up with you and let me sleep in until 10:30 a.m. You guys played cars and watched your new Mickey Mouse movie. After I got up, we went to Brandywine Falls for a winter hike. You loved the waterfall. On our  way home we stopped at McDonalds for “chicken and fries.” Mmmmm good! When we got home, we napped, ate a simple dinner, went grocery shopping, and went to bed. Perfection.

credits: everyday love: the papers by emily powers of two sisters designs. photo-a-day kit by two sisters designs and once upon a storyboard. eclectic boutique finds no. 1 by emily powers of two sisters designs. the ultimate stitches volume 1 by lisa whitney. my new beginning collection by amanda rockwell. festivities collab kit by two sisters designs, amy hutchinson designs and on designs. felt lines 1 by amy martin. cardboard maniac by lindagb. paint it up by nancie rowe janitz. tall and chunky chipboard alphas by amber clegg. date stamps by amber clegg. heart doodle by ida. ella bella stars by amy martin. font: ck classic.

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EMILY (MERRITT)

credits: Background papers (blended) by Amy Hutchinson, square stitching by Angela Powers all from Festivities; Line stitching, photopalooza templates and frames by Two Sisters Designs; Numbers by Emily Powers; Screws by Weeds and Wildflowers; Hinges, glitter edge and doodles by Jofia Designs;  Glitter alpha by Kim Christensen; Sandlot alpha by Jackie Eckles; Date stamp by Amber Clegg.

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BRITT

close-up of right side:

credits: Grid paper, cardstock, cardstock covering font (Amy Wolff - The LilyPad); phrase snippets (Emily Powers for Two Sisters Designs - ScrapArtist); drop shadows (Traci Murphy - FPD); defog/sharpen action (Michelle Pearson - SBB); font - Times New Roman; DJB A Little Bit of Flaire (Darcy Baldwin - TDC); layout inspired by Ali Edwards from her Life Artist book.

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Hey there!!! Emily here. Last week's winner is Nicole (nmartin1). I'll pm you your $10 gift card to Two Sisters Designs. And this week, you are scrapping for $10 to GMD!

Have a great week everyone!

**try something NEW!**

hey there hodge podgers!

after a nice long holiday, we are back! we missed you all and hope you're ready for some 2008 iNSPiRATiON!

this week the owner of disc talk radio--deann-- and the owner of eclectic whimsy--shawn--are here to share their art with us!  welcome girls :).

january is about new beginnings. turn a page in your life and in your art; this week try something new! scrap a new format, start a mini-album that tells a story, try a new product or font, scrap a new-to-you subject. i often find that taking a risk on something new opens all kinds of doors. get inspired; try something new this week!

i've spent the last month trying new-to-me things! i completed my first mini-album, created my first desktop calendar, started a new blog with a dear friend, and dove into project 365 with my husband in tow ;). i feel energized to be engaging my creativity beyond the 12x12 canvas. now it's YOUR turn!!!

emily

another new thing i've been doing lately is scrapping in different formats.  i've really been enjoying the rectangular 8.5x11 canvas.  next, i want to try a two-page layout!!!

so, here is my third ever 8.5x11 page:

credits:

eclectic boutique finds no.1 by emily powers of two sisters designs. photo-a-day kit by two sisters designs and once upon a storyboard. drop shadows (altered) by traci murphy. flea market finds alpha by heather ann. felt lines 1 by amy martin. glittery alpha collection by leora sandford. taking notes paper pack by weeds and wildflowers. line art mini-kit by rhonna farrer. fonts: fg freja, mco distressed alpha, ck roxy alternate.

deann

i love looking at photos that have been "enhanced" using lightroom, but seriously, i never thought i was hip enough to try it out.  so, i did and might i say-- i'm crazy in love (now, i've got 29 days to figure out where to come up with $299! lol) i'm thrilled i tried something new, though my pocketbook might not agree!

credits:

everything from shabby miss jenn kits --snowkisses, tree trimmin' party, winter ponies & santa's bag 'o goodies except mo jackson's background papers and cardboard boxes and natalie braxton's really big ribbons (made really small - lol!) fonts are american typewriter & sp inspired.

angela

i rarely ever jump outside my comfy, go-to designer’s folder.  so, I decided to try a new designer for this challenge.  i saw some of jofia’s stuff a few weeks ago, and decided to take the plunge!  i love what i’ve used so far.  i also tried something new with my title…i don’t have one, lol.

Credits:

background paper and doodles by jofia.  button and alpha by two sisters designs.  paper clip by amber clegg.  frame by shabby princess.  string by catrine.  striped paper by gina marie huff of weeds and wildflowers.  staples by jenn patrick.  flower by michelle coleman.  font: ck classic.

gina

I'm not a big "photo-blender" and the few times I have done it, they've been very soft, faint blends. This time, I wanted to try something a little edgier with a more textured blend into the background paper. I ended up combining two background papers and using a variety of blend modes to achieve the look I have here w/ my Lupus Walk banner photo. I also tried some new (to me, scrap-wise) designers, made my pictures a LOT smaller then I normally do, used fewer embellies and tried out a new font! LOL  My text has been "color burned" into the paper and I actually sandwiched it between both layers of paper.

Credits: Background paper is a sheet of Catrine cardstock and a Madame Mim oil paint paper - blended (with my photo).  Stitches by Two Sisters.  Frames by Debra Tope.  Flowers by Annie Manning.  Rubberband by Vicki Stegall.  Frayed canvas label (modified) by Amanda Rockwell.  Fonts are AL Old Royal and Pea Murphy.

traci

I am by no means a graphic type girl, but I thought this might be something fun to try for this challenge!

Credits: RAD actions, Century Gothic & CK Melton fonts.

shawn

Okay, so creating blog banners isn't necessarily something 'new' for me but for some of you it could be a new or different way to use some of your favorite digital goodies to personalize your online journal. Create a banner that says something about who you are. Or maybe use your digital supplies to embellish and frame your photos in a post or highlight a favorite quote by typing it in a great handwritten font on a piece of digital journaling paper. credits: Green & blue glittered papers, metal heart and purple winged heart by Annie Manning (Paint the Moon Designs), grey floral paper by Michelle Coleman, red floral paper by Jen Wilson Designs, feathered wings by Joanne Brisebois, butterfly brooch, sparkled berry doodles and tied white string by Jofia DeVoe, purple/green flower by Karah Fredricks, damask square and love wordart by Rhonna Farrer, silver metal tag by Shabby Miss Jenn, red star tape by Tia Bennett. Font: FG Rakel - Font Garden.

this week the winner will receive a $10 gift card to two sisters designs!!!  happy hodge podgin' :).

Show me the emotion!

Hey all!  Traci here with this week's Hodge Podge challenge.  This week we're exuding emotion.  Show me how you feel! lol!

I want you to grab a pic that makes you feel something and use things in your scrap stash that makes people FEEL that emotion when they look at your layout, whether it's flowers or bright colors or some bling.

Come on and get emotional with us!

This week you're scrapping for a treat from the fantabulous Marcie Reckinger!

Let's get to the eyecandy...

From me

credits: Paper by Gina Miller, wavy paper by Kate Hadfield, felt alphas by Mo Jackson, happy doodles, crayon doodles by Ida, sequins by Shannon Lee, block alpha by Robyn England. Drop shadow actions by Traci Murphy.

From Angela

Credits: Background papers (blended) and red paper (My Christmas Stocking papers-coming soon), frame (My Christmas Stocking elements-coming soon), Let It Snow, Christmas Beauty Marks (coming soon), Label It Alpha, and Scrap Stash: Tiny Stitches by Two Sisters Designs. Really Big Ribbons 3 by Natalie Braxton. Buttons )Funky Junky kit) by Kate Hadfield. Staple by Jenn Patrick. Hearts Designer's Pick kit) by LindaGB. Various drop shadow actions by Traci Murphy. Fonts: Pea-Olson and Century Gothic.

By Gina

Credits: White crumpled background paper (modified) & black paper covering frame by Nancy Comelab. Red ribbons, lime heart & clay button heart by Natalie Braxton. Doodles by Jenna Desai.  Staples by Kate Hadfield. Felt beaded heart by Amy Martin.  Glittery sprig by Jofia Devoe.  Crystal hearts by Syrin.  Scalloped frame by Meredith Fenwick. LOVE heart by Fee Jardine (re-colored).  Tied beaded stitches by Kim Christensen. Stamped alpha by Gina Miller. Font is 2Peas Chicken Shack.

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Congrats to our "numbers" winner:  Emily Merritt!

HAPPY SCRAPPING! 

nUmBeRS, NumBErs everywhere!

Hey guys! Gina here with a new challenge for you! It's a fun one and I think pretty easy if you collect alphas and fonts like we HP girls do! Here's the challenge:

LOTS OF NUMBERS!

Your page this week must include:

• a minimum of 5 fonts
• a minimum of 5 alphas

That's it! Joining us this week is one of my favorite people to ask, because I love seeing what she comes up with.... Kristin!

Here are our layouts:

MY LAYOUT

CREDITS: "Template Toolbox 3" (coming soon) & "Scribblybet" alpha by Gina Miller. Staples & ribbon (from new "Spreading Cheer" collab) by Traci Murphy. Graph paper alpha square & crayon-colored heart & flower (from new "Spreading Cheer" collab) by Gina Marie Huff. Alpha stamp & flowers (from "Spreading Cheer") by Rachel Young. Denim alpha by Natalie Braxton. Crayon-colored newspring alpha by Marcie Reckinger. Stamp sheet by Meredith Fenwick. Little beaded circles by Amy Martin. Black swirl by Michelle Coleman. Cardboard & "Art Smock" paper by Tracy Ann. Aqua paper by Joana Carvalho. - fonts - 2Peas Organic, AL Highlight, ArtistStamp, Black Jack, Jailbird Jenna, Stumbelina & Tweed.

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LAYOUT BY TRACI

CREDITS: Paper from Falling Into Art, grid stitch and Beauty Marks by Two Sisters, Doodled Tape, Rubberband and staples by Kate Hadfield, Cardboard alpha by Rachel Young, Happy Alpha by Marcie Reckinger, graph paper alpha by Gina Huff from Spreading Cheer (at FPD), clay alphas by Nancy Comelab, tape by Anna Aspnes, torn alphas by Something Blue Studios. Fonts: TCG_Kenzi, Laidback, Pippi, CurlyQue & Supermodel all by Kylie Clark, drop shadow actions by Traci Murphy, Underexposed photo action by Lauren Barden.

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LAYOUT BY ANGELA

CREDITS: Background paper (Warming Heart kit) by Weeds and Wildflowers.  Label It! Alpha and straight stitching by Two Sisters Designs.  Stitched frame by Syrin.  Brushed flourish by Rhonna Farrer.  Stamped alpha by Nancie Rowe Janitz.  Tab by Kim Christensen.  Number "4" by Miss Mint.  Teeny Tags Alpha by Jessica Bolton.  Staple by Jenn Patrick.  Ribbon and label (funky Junky kit) by Kate Hadfield, Michelle Godin, and Rachel Young.  Urban Letters alpha by Lili.  Various drop shadow actions by Traci Murphy.  Fonts:  Pea-Olson, Century Gothic, JaneAustin, Jefferson, and Times New Roman.  Page inspired by Ali Edwards.

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LAYOUT BY KRISTIN


CREDITS: Paper- Traci Murphy Basically Black and White. Alphas: Gina Miller Scribblybets  and Funky Free Alpha, Traci Murphy Charcoal Alpha Lowers, Shawna Clingerman/Micheline Martin Pieces of You,  Jessica Bolton Whatever Mama. Fonts: CK Becky, Courier New, JWOutlines, JWChalkRubons, CK New Yearbook,  CK Giggle, CK Road Trip. Doodle Stickers- Gina Miller Funky Free sets. Amy Wolff Fancy Cut Minis label.

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You're scrapping for $10 to GMD this week. Have fun!!!!

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Hey everyone! Angela poppin' in here to announce last weeks winner(s). There was SO many amazing layouts! Congrats to Julie and Dawn. I will email you shortly with your prize!

Say What. Say What.

Let’s get repetitive!

Hey there my scrappy friends!  This is Angela brining you today’s Hodge Podge.  Your challenge this week is to repeat items in your layout.  Could be the photo, a word, color, or shape…whatever your little heart wants to repeat.

Here are the rules:

You must repeat at least two things.
You must repeat those two things at least three times.

Here is some inspiration from the Hodge Podge gang and our two fab guests, Nikki and Trisha.  Thanks for playing with us this week!

::Me::

Credits-Template (OCTA: Gina Marie Huff), papers (Blessed kit), Scrap Stash: Tiny Stitches, and Scrap Stash: Glitter Papers by Two Sisters Designs.  Wire At and clock stamp by Weeds and Wildflwers.  Leaves by Sausan Designs.  Alpha (Funky Junky kit) by Kate Hadfield.  Date stamp by Amber Clegg.  Stamped Alpha by Nancie Row Janitz.  Cardboard (blended) by LindaGB.  Drop shadow actions by Traci Murphy.  Font: Century Gothic. 

::Gina::

Credits-“Dirrrty” papers, “Offbeat Alpha” (Newsy)-The Lily Pad-glitter paint prongs by Gina Miller.  Doodled scallops and circles and date tape, circle stitches, felt heart and heavy-duty staples by Kate Hadfield.  “Floppy Sloppy Ribbons” by Natalie Braxton.  Bobbly trim by Amy Martin.  Sequins by Traci Murphy.  Pink patterned paper by Corina Nielsen.  Paint by Michelle Coleman.  Brushwork by Rhonna Farrer.  Fonts are Carbonated Gothic and Susie’s Hand. 

::Emily::

Credits-rock my socks collab by gina miller, traci murphy and corina nielsen. paint it up by nancie rowe janitz. scrapartist november collab--recollections. funky junky collab by kate hadfield, rachel young and michelle godin. beaded flossy stitches by kim christensen. drop shadows by traci murphy. krinkly kraft alpha and courthouse alpha by amy hutchinson. font: love letter tw.

::Nikki::

Credits-Blossom kit and Ribbony Bits by Fee Jardine.  His Hardware by Two Sisters Designs.  Backwards Staples by Jenn Patrick.  Flowerflies by Natalie Braxton.  Drop shadows by Traci Murphy.  Font: 2peas Little Lady.

::Trisha::

Credits-October Rust papers/elements, Classic Date Stamps, and Cardboard Grunge Paper by Miss Mint.  Fonts: Café Rojo and Century.

This week, you are playing for a super sweet surprise from Two Sisters Designs.

Have fun!

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Hey Podgers!!!  Traci here to tell you that Karrina won last week's challenge!  I'll be emailing you today with your prize girl!

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Hey y'all!  Traci here with this week's challenge.  This week we're "breakin it down" and scrapping simple.  The only guidelines are...

*You may use ONLY one photo
*Include brushwork
*I want negative space!

Easy peasy, right?  Show me whatcha got! And you're playing for a gifty from the fabulous Anne de Jong!

Here's some eyecandy from the Podgin' crew and my two fab guests, Cori Gammon and Traci Reed!

From Me

Credits: The new fabulous boy's collection from Gina Miller and Amanda Rockwell - I used the "Cole" kit, Label It! alphas by Two Sisters and hand stamped alpha by Michelle Coleman.  Drop shadow actions by Traci Murphy & various photo actions by Lauren Barden.

From Angela

Credits: Background paper, paint splatter, and frame (Blessed kit), and His Hardware, Her Bling by Two Sisters Designs. Pumpkin stamp by Amber Clegg. Stamped Alpha by Heather Roselli. Stitching (Funky Junky kit) by Kate Hadfield. Various drop shadow actions by Traci Murphy. Font is Pea Karen Script.

From Emily

Credits: country chic paper pack and drop shadows by traci murphy. funky junky by michelle godin, rachel young, and kate hadfield. his hardware/her bling and FALLing into Art by two sisters designs. scrapartist november collab--recollections. dangling spiders by amy hutchinson. catscrap collab--celebration.

From Gina

Credits: Papers by Jen Wilson.  Brushes by Rhonna Farrer and Nancie Rowe Janitz.  Flowers by Annie Manning.  Stitches by Syrin. Alpha by Karah Fredricks.  Fonts are FG Script Elegant and Another Typewriter. PhotoBlast b&w on photo.

From Cori

Credits: Paper by Emily Merritt, Frame by Nancy Comelab, Button by Jackie Eckles, Frame (Blended) by Jackie Eckles, Paint Brushes by Jackie Eckles, Paint Stroke Brush by Dani B, Torn Stapled Paper by Kate Hadfield, Ribbon by Shannon Lee, Messy Stitch by Kim Christensen, Journaling Tabs by Anne de Jong,
Drop Shadows by Traci Murphy, Lightroom Preset by Kelsey Smith.

From Traci

Credits: We’re Solid: Neutrally Yours and Big Fluffy Bows by Traci Reed at TraciReed.com,  Shimmer Dust by Kristin CB at ScrapbookGraphics.com, Falling Leaves by Emily Merritt at TheDigiChick.com, Font is TK Smarty Pants by Taran Conyers

psst: Gina popping-in with a winner from last week: Karina! Beautiful layout. :)  I'll be PMing you shortly with your prize!

HAPPY SCRAPPING!

 

Hey everyone! Gina here with a silly, carefree challenge for you this week.......

DOODLE IT UP!

Let's just get messy & funky & have fun with this one!! Your layout MUST include doodles. And lots of them!  You need to have:

- at least 3 different doodled shapes on your page (you could have 10 doodled flowers but that only counts as 1 shape!)

- some buttons, paint & flowers too!

Get crazy & have fun!!!

 

Here's some team inspiration for you! Renee and Amy H. are joining us this week. Welcome girls.  ; )

LAYOUT BY ME

CREDITS: Papers, flowers, buttons, paint, ribbon, doodles & alpha all from "Funky Junky" by Michelle Godin, Rachel Young and Kate Hadfield at FunkyPlaygroundDesigns.    Hydrant doodle, stapled torn paper bit and staple also by Kate.  Cream stitch by Amanda Rockwell.  Black chipboard alpha by Fee Jardine. Corner fold template by Karah Fredricks. Font is 2Peas Hot Chocolate.

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LAYOUT BY EMILY

CREDITS: Our Closet: The Accessories--Gina Marie Huff by Two Sisters Designs and Gina Marie Huff.  BOOglie Googlie, FALLing into Art Kit, and His Hardware/Her Bling by Two Sisters Designs. Wicked Kit by Emily Merritt and Chere Kaye. Enchanted Autumn and Set Straight Ribbons by Natalie Braxton. Indian Summer Nights by Marcie Reckinger. Date Stamps by Amber Clegg.  New Zeland Naturals by Lauren Reid. Drop Shadows by Traci Murphy. Spooktacular Treats by Jenna Desai.

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LAYOUT BY TRACI

CREDITS: Basically Blue, Paint stroke, Grunge Masks and Rusty Staples by Traci Murphy, Frames Vintified 2 and Sequin Spills by Rachel Young, Doodle overlay & TCG_Hervey font by Kylie Clark, Happy Alpha by Marcie Reckinger, Paper Flowers by Anne de Jong, button by Weeds & Wildflowers.

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LAYOUT BY ANGELA

CREDITS: Alpha, cardboard, zipper heart, buttons, journal paper, and swirl doodle from Funky Junky kit by Kate Hadfield, Michelle Godin, and Rachel Young.  Background paper and frame by Nancy Comelab.  Lace frame by Debra Tope.  Paint by Corina Nielsen,  Doodled frame by Sausan Designs.  Mark That Date and Label It! Alpha by Two Sisters Designs.  Doodle swirl stitches by Jenna Desai.  Heavy Duty Stables by Kate Hadfield.  Drop shadow actions by Traci Murphy.  Font: Pea-Olson.

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LAYOUT BY AMY

CREDITS: Believing in You Papers by Weeds & Wildflowers. Just for Fun Doodles, Glitter Overlays, Antique Frames, Sassy Lace, Girls Best Friend Alpha, Exotic Adventures tag, Shooting Stars, and AlphaBits by Christina Renee. Asteroid Doodles by Lisa Warren.  Doodled Paper Strips by Emily Merritt. Cardboard Cutouts, Triple Knotted Ribbon, and Riveting Ribbon by Natalie Braxton. Scribble Stitches by Kim Christensen. Scallop frame by Michelle Coleman. Doodled paper alpha by Kate Hadfield. Folded kraft paper, krinkled kraft alpha, courthouse paper doodles, staples, envelope, and sparkles are my own (ah! Designs). font: Baby Boston

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LAYOUT BY RENEE

CREDITS: Solids 1, Party Dots (recolored), Confetti Party, Basic Frames and Paper Petals II by Anne deJong @ FPD.  Funky Free Doodles (Bundle) and Negative Strip by Gina Miller @ GMD.  Heavy Duty Staples, Doodle Buttons and Doodled and Stitched Alpha (recolored) by Kate Hadfield @ TLP.  Beaded Alpha by Kimberly Giarusso @ TDC.  Painted Doodle Heart by Lisa Whitney @ SA.  Drop Shadows by Traci Murphy

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Em here to announce the winners and hand out a yummy treat!!!! Nmartin1 and fulloflife (the lifted artist) check your pm's :).

Happy scrapping!

Emily here and NO I wasn't talking about my boobs ;). 

We all have those moments when we knock on the mojo door and get no response!

So whadayado?

I browse the galleries for inspiration and scraplift!

This week we each chose a layout that jumped out and smacked us right between the eyes.  These amazing artists have inspired our hodge-podgeyness (that IS a word, btw).

This week Jenna Desai will be bringing our winners a spectacular surprise.  That's right I said winnerS.  One hodge podger AND the artist they chose to lift will win a prize.  I would encourage you to go beyond your "regulars."  Choose to lift someone whose gallery you haven't frequented before for inspiration.  Remember, your layout doesn't have to be an exact replica of the one you choose to lift; use it as a starting point NOT the finish line :).

FROM ME

Speaking of Jenna, I'm awed by the eye-candy in her gallery and so yesterday I indulged my scrappin' sweet-tooth and picked this layout to lift:

And here's mine:

CREDITS: Dirty Khaki by Two Sisters Designs. Various Drop Shadows by Traci Murphy. Girls in Black Collection by Gina Miller and Amanda Rockwell. Playing with Wire Doodles and Taking Notes Paper Pack by Weeds and Wildflowers. Cardboard Swirls by ON Designs. Teen Tiny Quilled Flowers by Katie Hadfield. Circle Fun by Shabby Princess. Ella Bella Stars by Amy Martin. Fun and Fancy Free Collab by Katie Hadfield and Corina Nielsen. Stitched Tied by Kim Christensen. Ramble Scramble by MandaBean. Set Straight Ribbons by Natalie Braxton. Font: Pea Jenna.

FROM ANG

Ang chose to lift ksharonk's Katie.

And from Ang:

CREDITS: Background paper and frames by Nancy Comelab.  Alpha tape and staples by Kate Hadfield. Knotted ribbons, fabric flowers, and leaf backdrop by Natalie Braxton. Stitches, cardboard circle and scalloped border (from Little Summer Breeze kit) by Amy Martin. Stamped alpha and journal block (from 5255 kit) by Amy Wolff. Bubble wrap stamps by Emily Merritt. Paper heart by Anne Dejong. Drop shadow actions by Traci Murphy. Font is Pea-Olson.

FROM TRACI

Traci chose to lift wyowomanKristin's Dance.

And from Traci:

CREDITS: Background paper - coming in November from Traci Murphy, brushstroke and drop shadow actions by Traci Murphy, thought bubble and Happy Alphas 1 & 2 by Marcie Reckinger, frames Vintified 2 (recolored) by Rachel Young, rubberband, heavy duty staples and date tape by Kate Hadfield, a by Gina Cabrera, story alphas by Kim Christensen, green paper by Natalie Braxton, paint splots by Meredith Fenwick.  Font: Coffeebreak.

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Hey girls!  Traci here jumpin in real quick to say congrats to Lavicon who won last week's "Strip It!" Hodge Podge challenge. 

 

{Break it down!}

Hey y'all!  Traci here with this week's challenge.  This week we're "breakin it down" and scrapping simple.  The only guidelines are...

*You may use ONLY one photo
*Include brushwork
*I want negative space!

Easy peasy, right?  Show me whatcha got! And you're playing for a gifty from the fabulous Anne de Jong!

Here's some eyecandy from the Podgin' crew and my two fab guests, Cori Gammon and Traci Reed!

From Me

Credits: The new fabulous boy's collection from Gina Miller and Amanda Rockwell - I used the "Cole" kit, Label It! alphas by Two Sisters and hand stamped alpha by Michelle Coleman.  Drop shadow actions by Traci Murphy & various photo actions by Lauren Barden.

From Angela

Credits: Background paper, paint splatter, and frame (Blessed kit), and His Hardware, Her Bling by Two Sisters Designs. Pumpkin stamp by Amber Clegg. Stamped Alpha by Heather Roselli. Stitching (Funky Junky kit) by Kate Hadfield. Various drop shadow actions by Traci Murphy. Font is Pea Karen Script.

From Emily

Credits: country chic paper pack and drop shadows by traci murphy. funky junky by michelle godin, rachel young, and kate hadfield. his hardware/her bling and FALLing into Art by two sisters designs. scrapartist november collab--recollections. dangling spiders by amy hutchinson. catscrap collab--celebration.

From Gina

Credits: Papers by Jen Wilson.  Brushes by Rhonna Farrer and Nancie Rowe Janitz.  Flowers by Annie Manning.  Stitches by Syrin. Alpha by Karah Fredricks.  Fonts are FG Script Elegant and Another Typewriter. PhotoBlast b&w on photo.

From Cori

Credits: Paper by Emily Merritt, Frame by Nancy Comelab, Button by Jackie Eckles, Frame (Blended) by Jackie Eckles, Paint Brushes by Jackie Eckles, Paint Stroke Brush by Dani B, Torn Stapled Paper by Kate Hadfield, Ribbon by Shannon Lee, Messy Stitch by Kim Christensen, Journaling Tabs by Anne de Jong,
Drop Shadows by Traci Murphy, Lightroom Preset by Kelsey Smith.

From Traci

Credits: We’re Solid: Neutrally Yours and Big Fluffy Bows by Traci Reed at TraciReed.com,  Shimmer Dust by Kristin CB at ScrapbookGraphics.com, Falling Leaves by Emily Merritt at TheDigiChick.com, Font is TK Smarty Pants by Taran Conyers

psst: Gina popping-in with a winner from last week: Karina! Beautiful layout. :)  I'll be PMing you shortly with your prize!

HAPPY SCRAPPING!

 

~ doodle it up! ~

Hey everyone! Gina here with a silly, carefree challenge for you this week.......

DOODLE IT UP!

Let's just get messy & funky & have fun with this one!! Your layout MUST include doodles. And lots of them!  You need to have:

- at least 3 different doodled shapes on your page (you could have 10 doodled flowers but that only counts as 1 shape!)

- some buttons, paint & flowers too!

Get crazy & have fun!!!

 

Here's some team inspiration for you! Renee and Amy H. are joining us this week. Welcome girls.  ; )

LAYOUT BY ME

CREDITS: Papers, flowers, buttons, paint, ribbon, doodles & alpha all from "Funky Junky" by Michelle Godin, Rachel Young and Kate Hadfield at FunkyPlaygroundDesigns.    Hydrant doodle, stapled torn paper bit and staple also by Kate.  Cream stitch by Amanda Rockwell.  Black chipboard alpha by Fee Jardine. Corner fold template by Karah Fredricks. Font is 2Peas Hot Chocolate.

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LAYOUT BY EMILY

CREDITS: Our Closet: The Accessories--Gina Marie Huff by Two Sisters Designs and Gina Marie Huff.  BOOglie Googlie, FALLing into Art Kit, and His Hardware/Her Bling by Two Sisters Designs. Wicked Kit by Emily Merritt and Chere Kaye. Enchanted Autumn and Set Straight Ribbons by Natalie Braxton. Indian Summer Nights by Marcie Reckinger. Date Stamps by Amber Clegg.  New Zeland Naturals by Lauren Reid. Drop Shadows by Traci Murphy. Spooktacular Treats by Jenna Desai.

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LAYOUT BY TRACI

CREDITS: Basically Blue, Paint stroke, Grunge Masks and Rusty Staples by Traci Murphy, Frames Vintified 2 and Sequin Spills by Rachel Young, Doodle overlay & TCG_Hervey font by Kylie Clark, Happy Alpha by Marcie Reckinger, Paper Flowers by Anne de Jong, button by Weeds & Wildflowers.

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LAYOUT BY ANGELA

CREDITS: Alpha, cardboard, zipper heart, buttons, journal paper, and swirl doodle from Funky Junky kit by Kate Hadfield, Michelle Godin, and Rachel Young.  Background paper and frame by Nancy Comelab.  Lace frame by Debra Tope.  Paint by Corina Nielsen,  Doodled frame by Sausan Designs.  Mark That Date and Label It! Alpha by Two Sisters Designs.  Doodle swirl stitches by Jenna Desai.  Heavy Duty Stables by Kate Hadfield.  Drop shadow actions by Traci Murphy.  Font: Pea-Olson.

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LAYOUT BY AMY

CREDITS: Believing in You Papers by Weeds & Wildflowers. Just for Fun Doodles, Glitter Overlays, Antique Frames, Sassy Lace, Girls Best Friend Alpha, Exotic Adventures tag, Shooting Stars, and AlphaBits by Christina Renee. Asteroid Doodles by Lisa Warren.  Doodled Paper Strips by Emily Merritt. Cardboard Cutouts, Triple Knotted Ribbon, and Riveting Ribbon by Natalie Braxton. Scribble Stitches by Kim Christensen. Scallop frame by Michelle Coleman. Doodled paper alpha by Kate Hadfield. Folded kraft paper, krinkled kraft alpha, courthouse paper doodles, staples, envelope, and sparkles are my own (ah! Designs). font: Baby Boston

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LAYOUT BY RENEE

CREDITS: Solids 1, Party Dots (recolored), Confetti Party, Basic Frames and Paper Petals II by Anne deJong @ FPD.  Funky Free Doodles (Bundle) and Negative Strip by Gina Miller @ GMD.  Heavy Duty Staples, Doodle Buttons and Doodled and Stitched Alpha (recolored) by Kate Hadfield @ TLP.  Beaded Alpha by Kimberly Giarusso @ TDC.  Painted Doodle Heart by Lisa Whitney @ SA.  Drop Shadows by Traci Murphy

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Em here to announce the winners and hand out a yummy treat!!!! Nmartin1 and fulloflife (the lifted artist) check your pm's :).

Happy scrapping!

**I Could Use a Lift**

Emily here and NO I wasn't talking about my boobs ;). 

We all have those moments when we knock on the mojo door and get no response!

So whadayado?

I browse the galleries for inspiration and scraplift!

This week we each chose a layout that jumped out and smacked us right between the eyes.  These amazing artists have inspired our hodge-podgeyness (that IS a word, btw).

This week Jenna Desai will be bringing our winners a spectacular surprise.  That's right I said winnerS.  One hodge podger AND the artist they chose to lift will win a prize.  I would encourage you to go beyond your "regulars."  Choose to lift someone whose gallery you haven't frequented before for inspiration.  Remember, your layout doesn't have to be an exact replica of the one you choose to lift; use it as a starting point NOT the finish line :).

FROM ME

Speaking of Jenna, I'm awed by the eye-candy in her gallery and so yesterday I indulged my scrappin' sweet-tooth and picked this layout to lift:

And here's mine:

CREDITS: Dirty Khaki by Two Sisters Designs. Various Drop Shadows by Traci Murphy. Girls in Black Collection by Gina Miller and Amanda Rockwell. Playing with Wire Doodles and Taking Notes Paper Pack by Weeds and Wildflowers. Cardboard Swirls by ON Designs. Teen Tiny Quilled Flowers by Katie Hadfield. Circle Fun by Shabby Princess. Ella Bella Stars by Amy Martin. Fun and Fancy Free Collab by Katie Hadfield and Corina Nielsen. Stitched Tied by Kim Christensen. Ramble Scramble by MandaBean. Set Straight Ribbons by Natalie Braxton. Font: Pea Jenna.

FROM ANG

Ang chose to lift ksharonk's Katie.

And from Ang:

CREDITS: Background paper and frames by Nancy Comelab.  Alpha tape and staples by Kate Hadfield. Knotted ribbons, fabric flowers, and leaf backdrop by Natalie Braxton. Stitches, cardboard circle and scalloped border (from Little Summer Breeze kit) by Amy Martin. Stamped alpha and journal block (from 5255 kit) by Amy Wolff. Bubble wrap stamps by Emily Merritt. Paper heart by Anne Dejong. Drop shadow actions by Traci Murphy. Font is Pea-Olson.

FROM TRACI

Traci chose to lift wyowomanKristin's Dance.

And from Traci:

CREDITS: Background paper - coming in November from Traci Murphy, brushstroke and drop shadow actions by Traci Murphy, thought bubble and Happy Alphas 1 & 2 by Marcie Reckinger, frames Vintified 2 (recolored) by Rachel Young, rubberband, heavy duty staples and date tape by Kate Hadfield, a by Gina Cabrera, story alphas by Kim Christensen, green paper by Natalie Braxton, paint splots by Meredith Fenwick.  Font: Coffeebreak.

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Hey girls!  Traci here jumpin in real quick to say congrats to Lavicon who won last week's "Strip It!" Hodge Podge challenge.