by Linda | Jan 10, 2013 | my creative journal
The Pixel and Paper Series highlights digital techniques and products for scrapbookers like you and me. I believe that everyone should consider digital elements to be a part of their scrapbooking toolbox, so let’s learn together what the possibilities are. Each week, I’ll be sharing the opinion of a real-life scrapbooker to reveal how they use digital in their scrapbooking. Each post will also offer a freebie download to help you get started on your pixel and paper journey. Enjoy!
Sometimes there’s a divide between digital and paper scrapbookers. It seems silly for a hobby that is meant to bring people together, but inevitably differences arise. Scrapbookers often refer to themselves as either digital or paper (sometimes hybrid). I want to promote the fact that we are all hybrid or mixed media in the end, so really there’s no point in saying digital or paper. When we use store bought products know that those are digital designs, simply pre-printed for your convenience. Is there really a line to be drawn between pixel and paper? I don’t think so. Ultimately, everything is simply a tool for our own memory keeping goals.
I believe that we will start to see a blurring of the lines in scrapbooking. From art journaling techniques to other mixed media tools… we do whatever is fun and gives us the effect desired. That’s the way it should be for this hobby we call scrapbooking. I hope that we can all keep an open mind and let ourselves explore and experiment.
So to riff off the topic and share something useful with all of you, I decided to start this series of posts. Each week I will share the opinion of a real-life scrapbooker so we can see how they use digital in their projects. From designers to teachers to prolific everyday scrapbookers, my hope is to highlight the possibilities and help you have more fun and success during your scrapbooking time.
by Linda | Jan 7, 2013 | my creative journal
As many of us probably have a huge list of scrapbooking to do’s, I sometimes feel the overwhelm of all that I want to document. Even though it’s a hobby and there is no right or wrong, I still feel the obligation at times. We all have scrapbook goals afterall! To start off my year on the right foot, I decided to create an opening page for my 2013 album.
The background paper is a paintable by Prima Marketing that I watercolored up partially. Then I added a bunch of bits and pieces to welcome the new year with my one little word (#OLW) together on a toothpick flag. There’s more detailed journaling actually within the envelope from Maya Road.
The journaling card is actually an experimental card that I made using some Hero Arts stamps. Instead of using all new materials, I put this layout together by shopping my own stash. I think it’s actually a nice reflection of the reality of life. We are made up of our past bits and pieces… and it doesn’t look too shabby either. I’m pretty happy with the results and looking forward to a year of happy and fun scrapbooking.
The layout was partially inspired by my word of the year as well – together. It’s an idea that just presented itself and I usually don’t concentrate too much on choosing a word. I simply wait and see what surfaces itself naturally. In thinking about my word, I like that it can mean keeping myself together as well as being together with others. Dual meanings, always nice!
As we are expecting our first child this February, I know my time will be strapped and I will be challenged in so many ways. So it’s important for me to keep it together, not just in getting things done – but in the respect of taking care of myself as well. It’s all a bit scary, but good scary. I’m definitely looking forward to rocking the year of 2013. Are you ready for the new year?
by Linda | Dec 26, 2012 | my creative journal
Hope you had a lovely holiday with family and friends!
I’ve been trying to clean up my space and found myself tempted to dive into a bit of crafty fun. Nothing like getting your hands into materials to spark inspiration. I noticed that my collection of leather has been building up, so I thought it was about time I used my leather scraps for something. Often a project that uses fabric can be applied to leather as well. Here’s my round up of leather craft tutorials – enjoy!
If you are looking to buy leather, think of upcycling old jackets, boots and purses you already have. Sometimes it’s cheaper to get something from a second hand shop as well. Otherwise, you can check out the Tandy Leather Factory. Is there a leather project that really peaks your interest?! Share your projects… because I definitely will.
by Linda | Dec 19, 2012 | my creative journal
I know that every day, something sad happens somewhere in the world. This holiday season we’ve all been faced with gruesome news and challenges of every kind. I know we all feel it somewhere in our lives.
Even though my hands are shaking with worry and fear at times, I wanted to share an illustration with all of you. Let’s think about peace on earth. Let’s cherish the time we have with our loved ones and live life to the fullest. Be kind. Be happy. Be you.
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by Linda | Nov 20, 2012 | my creative journal
The opening of our art show last night was just lovely and it was wonderful to connect with old friends as well as meet new people. Besides all the great work in the gallery and excitement of sharing our work… I think the most touching part was during Gnocchi Artyst‘s performance piece – really a collaboration with all of us.
The symbology of ringing our bells with some whimsy and fun… but also her heartfelt words afterwards. She was speaking to us, about us, for us. It was beautiful and touching. I was certainly reminded of the importance in community… being together in Art. It’s not just about me, me, me… my work this and that. The interaction and responses are so important.
I’m honored to be a part of our little SACI group of grads and felt even more honored to have my work up along side everyone elses’. My Lessons From Mother Goose print series are just the beginning of a new stage for me… I feel that anyway. Suddenly, I feel so much more energized and filled with possibly. Each of us are definitely taking away a little bit of magic with us… just like 10 years ago. Pretty darn cool.
BTW, I’ve posted the girl prints onto Society6, so you can grab yourself a print. I’m going to be framing a large version of Old Mother Goose for myself… quite proud of the look I’ve been able to achieve with these works. Another step forward in my journey.
