ROMANCE

A beautiful and sweet layout. The color and beauty of this paper is exquisite. The line is called 'Chocolate' and I received it from Scrappersaurus. I did the layout for them to use. The rubons are from the same line and I not only used them on the paper I also used them on the large rick rack. The flowers were cut from the sheet of flowers and glitter. The edges of the flowers are sparkled with glitter. I cut out the flowers and then used them to help hold the photos in the layouts. They came out beautiful and only add to the sophistication of this paper.

I am sooo glad to be back and blogging again. I really missed it. Please take your time to look and feel free to use any of my ideas you can. Leave me a comment once in a while and try something new today. Happy scrappin'.

Sandra

GRANDMA

Here is my newest acrylic album. The subject is Grandma and the album is jam packed with lots of lace, tags, special ribbons and rubons just for a special grandma. Each page has large photo mats and lots of flowers.

"A Grandmother is one of life's greatest blessings"

"I desire no future that will break the ties of the past"

"History is who we are"

These are just a few of the sayings in the book. The book measures 6x8. Just the right size to display with precious pictures of you, grandchildren or great-grandchildren. Any grandmother would love to have this precious album.

I will be listing the book on ebay when I get back from a short trip. I must take my grandchildren to Florida. They have been visiting and now it is time for them to go home. I should be back in about a week. I will not be posting until then.

Thank you for taking the time to enjoy my website and try something new today. Happy scrappin'.

Sandra

SWEET BABY HANNAH

So sweet and such a good baby!

Top, page 1, of the layout is shown with a 3 paper photo mat. I offset each sheet to show the edges of the one before. Hannah's picture was then placed near the center inside the corner ribbon. Next to the photo are strips of ribbon and then a flower stamped within. The chipboard for the letter H is covered in a flower print and the rest of the name is spelled out. I then used rubons in different places.

Page 2 of the layouts shows a few more pictures. Again the triple photo mat and the third paper is placed at a 180 degree angle. The photo was then squared on it. Very neat effect. Next and below is a photo inside a circle. The three smaller photos are at the bottom. The journaling was typed on vellum and cut into strips. They are laid diagonally on the side of Hannah's photo.

I hope you enjoyed this layout. I had fun making it. Have a great day today and try something new. Happy scrappin'.

Sandra

RACHAEL

All of my granddaughters have given me inspiration for layouts. This one is no exception. Rachael has always been a child that would only do

what she wanted to do. She is still that way, even today at almost 4.

I wanted to share this layout because it is so unique and I used unconventional items to express my ideas.

The 1st page with the large photo is matted on a large piece of antique lace. Kind of a shabby chic look. Mixing the old with the new. I did sew it on the paper, for stability and then added the photo mats. The mat corners are bent inward and held with a brad. Rachael is spelled out in chipboard lettering that is made to look old and used. I stamped on both the lettering and the lace. On the left hand side I journaled with little notes about Rachael.

On page 2 I also used the antique lace, just a smaller amount. The lace is seen angled at 2 corners. Again I stamped and journaled on it. The photos are doubled matted. The buttons compliment the richness of the paper and embellishments. They are different sizes and colors coordinated to go with the layout. The word 'Attitude" is stamped on the side. In the lower right hand corner I put her birth date and age.

Thank you for taking time to look. Take a moment to remember if you stored away things like old lace, buttons and etc. You may be able to use them for your scrapping. I bet you could. Give it a shot. Try something new today and happy scrappin'.

Sandra

ALL GIRL

A double page layout that is indeed "ALL GIRL". On the 1st page of the layout is a tag that is made to look like a flowerpot. I used the sizzix die cut and then added the large flower with a Bazzill brad in the center. The little curly q's were punched out and added around the brad and some of the flowers throughout the 2 pages. This adds a little dimension to the 2 pages and helps them not to look so flat. A few of the flowers in the paper were sculpted out and the photos can partially go under them to hold the photos in.

On page 2 of the layout is a hand cut flower with a special mat in the center for a photo. The ripped paper is laced together and then 'all girl' is stamped along the laces. A square Bazzill brad, ribbon, flowers, 2 tags are added to enhance the page.

Thank you for taking time to look and enjoy. Happy scrappin' and guess what -

try something new today!

Sandra

RED - WHITE - BLUE

I LOVE AMERICA

The colors and love that went into this layout are evident. As you could probably guess, I love our flag and the all American colors of it. Red, white and blue. These are my personal favorites.

There are many things to look at with this double layout. The photo mats that are multi-colored are a process called paper weaving. This is a very unique way to display special photos and it certainly highlights the page.

I have used flags, special edging, pull tags, envelopes, and even a firecracker girl. Isn't she cute. The flowers are made of denim blue and denim red and white. There is so much to see, take your time. Feel free to use my layout as a template for yours.

I find my special little embellishments everywhere. Get out of the box. If you can imagine it you can do it. If you would like directions on how to make the woven photo mats, email me at sandiescrapper@gmail.com and I will send them to you.

Thank you for taking the time to look. Try something new and keep scrappin'.

Sandra

THOMAS THE TANK AND CARRY CASE

I just had to showcase the Thomas book and carry case. The carry case originally was for a toy. I took the toy out and added velvet paper to the inside so when the book is inside, the book will not scratch. The book is all done in the Thomas bold colors and shows some of his friends. The book also has numerous tags and places to journal.

Please take time to look at the book and visualize photos in the book. This book is a treasure and will hold all precious memories for a very long time.

Thanks for taking time to look, and try something new today. Happy Scrappin'.

Sandra