I love to mix patterns, and variations on the same pattern! For example, on my layout I have 2 sizes of polka dot paper in similar shades with white. I also used red and white diagonal striped paper with hints of tone-on-tone green and blue diagnoal striped sail boat embellishments. I also added some squares of grid/graph pattern to compliment my base grid patterned paper.
This photo shows my title, made from individual letter stickers. I often overlap my font stickers to give them the appearance they would have in a word processed setting, especially if I am running low on room! I chose this bright lime green as a contrast to the red, and a s a pop of color!
This detail photo shows my very favorite technique to use to add dimension and character to my layouts - edge distressing with a coarse grit sanding block!
And finally, this angled shot of my photo framing shows the multi-layered dimensional effect I created with foam pop up dots, and the leftover "negative" pieces of paper from diecutting squares with my Sizzix Big Shot! I love to use scraps!
The June Sketch Challenge at Scrapping Everyday Miracles
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<3 Roberta
For this layout I used:
*base blue cardstock from DCWV Brights stack
*Classic Red textured cardstock from Recollections
*Weathered red wood paper from My Mind's Eye: On The Bright Side collection
*bright aqua large polka dot paper from My Mind's Eye: Lime Twist collection
*red/white striped paper, light aqua polka dot paper, green alphabet stickers, sailboat element stickers from echo park: Little Boy collection
*sailboat button from American Crafts Flair
*sailboat sticker from American Crafts Remarks sticker book
*Basic Grey brads
*Square punch by Marvy Uchida
