Everyday Scraps

Bella Blvd. Finally Fall

Hi Everyone...stopping by to give you a little inspiration today. Here is my latest layout that I created for Bella Blvd using the Finally Fall collection.

For me, the best part about designing is in the details. I LOVE details and I can't get enough of the cute little stickers, chipboard shapes, and alphabets. For this layout I punched out a bunch of 1 1/2 inch circles using a paper punch...it's a great way to add a lot of color to your page without using a lot of paper too. For the first row, I folded down the circles not quite half way allowing some of the underneath color to show. For the second row, I cut off the top of the circles and placed them just behind the first row. I machine stitched across the top of the circles to hold them in place and add more detail to my layout. I also ran a zig zag stitch across the bottom borders of the page. To add some texture and dimension I die cut a few flowers out of felt, added a few buttons and some bakers twine. This "fall" collection was perfect for my late "summer" photos. Be sure to stop by the Studio Blog to see more layouts from the other designers.

Bella Blvd. Winter Wonder and Spring Flings and Easter Things

Happy Friday!!  Today is the day I get to show all of you the layouts I designed with the newest collections from Bella Blvd.  They have been showing some awesome layouts, cards, and altered items all week long so be sure to stop by the Studio Blog and check them out. 

I am Cali girl and we don't get snow where I live so I LOVE to visit cold winter places with lots of the fluffy white stuff.  And when I'm there I like to take lots of photos so I can't get enough of this Winter Wonder collection.  I love how the colors are perfect for both my son and daughter.

My second layout is with the Spring Flings and Easter Things collection.  Once again I'm loving the colors of this collection.  Be sure to stop by the Bella Studio Blog to get all the details of how I completed these layouts.

Have a great weekend!  Enjoy!

Bella Blvd.'s Newest collections are now shipping...

Hi Everyone...just stopping by to let you know to be on the look out at your LSS's for the newest Bella Blvd. mid-release collections.  Here they are below.  And, Paisleys and Polka Dots, has an order on the way too.  I can't wait to show you what we have coming with the Winter Wonder collection.  Another brand new custom album and it's perfect for this collection.  Can't wait!!! 

Be sure to stop back later this week and I will show you some of my latest creations using these collections.  But in the meantime be sure to visit the studio blog because they have unlimited inspiration going on all week long.

Bella Blvd. Winter Wonder

Happy Monday morning!  Just thought I would take a moment to share with you a layout I created yesterday.  My sister Cheri is getting married next year so while we where out on a shopping spree for wedding decorations I found this "sparkly" pink winter sprig.  I immediately thought of the Winter Wonder paper from Bella Blvd. This layout was quick and easy and I wanted to highlight the pink sprig so I decided to stick with the pink and blue pattern papers.  I used the pink side of the Blizzard paper and cut a few of the border strips from the borders sheet.  I punched out a heart using the ski slopes paper. For the titles I used the Alpha + Bits sticker sheet, Sophisticates Simply Sonoma McIntosh, and the Sophisticates Quattrofina Salt Water and Pacific letters.  I added a few stickers from the Just Write stickers and Alpha + Bits stickers.  And a little added touch was the sparkly snowflake. 

Want to get your hands on some of this great paper?  You can find it at your local retailer soon.  The collections start shipping October 24th. 

Enjoy your week! 

Big News! Bella Blvd. has 2 new releases...

Spread the news!!  Bella Blvd. just released two brand new collections.  And, of course, they are cute as ever!!  The first is called, "Winter Wonder."  I love the colors!!  Perfect for hot chocolate, snow, and chilly winter days.  My head is already thinking of what I can do with this line. The second release is called, "Spring Flings and Easter Things."  It's been awhile since I have seen a really cute spring and Easter collection and this one was worth the wait.  Here is a little peek below but hop on over to the Bella Studio Blog to see the full release and also a chance to win $100 in Bella products.

And there is more!  You know their Sophisticates collection, well they have added 2 new mini cardstock stickers; one for card sentiments and one for family.  These are perfect for all you card lovers!

So what do think...are you lovin' these new collections?  Thanks for stopping by. 

 

Bella Introduction day

They have been introducing the new design team over at the Bella Studio Blog and today is my day.  Be sure to stop by to see a few of my layouts.  Thought I would leave a layout for you here as well. 

I have to say I'm a huge fan of two page layouts.  I have to have my pages match on each side when I look through my albums.  I have tried to get past it, but I just can't do it!  I have managed to get past scrapbooking chronologically which was huge for me, so I figure I that is good for now.  For this layout my thought was a "wild card" theme for our "wild ride" and the family line was perfect since our rafting trip was with my family.  Instead of using the flowers from the Cute Cuts sheet on the page, I cut out the centers of the flowers and used just the circles on the page.  To add a "water" touch I free hand cut some water splashes.  I also added in a hint of yellow by bringing in a pattern from the Socialite collection. 

Happy Scrapping!

Whoo Hoo!!! I'm so excited!!

I'm so thrilled and honored to have been chosen for the 2011-2012 Bella Blvd. design team!!  You all know how much I love Bella Blvd. Now I get to play every month with all their great products.  A big thank you to Stephanie and Laura, and congrats to all the other wonderfully talented designers.  I look forward to an exciting year! 

Don't worry, Paisleys and Polka Dots will still be bringing you fantastic kits every month.  This just means a few more sleepless nights, but I don't mind when I'm in my creative mode.  It's what I LOVE!!   

Here is a look at one of my layouts that I submitted....this is a picture of me and my sister when we were little, thats me with the pigtails.  My mom would make us matching pajamas every year and I would twirl around and feel so pretty in them.  I will post some more later.

Happy Scrapping!

Bella Blvd. Too Cute to Spook

Another late post, but hey, it's still Friday.  Here is a look at my projects that I designed for Bella Blvd for CHA.  As I said in my last post...I sure wished I had time to do more.  I think this collection is so cute, don't you?  First is my layout.  I LOVE to color!  I actually miss that my kids aren't little anymore and I can't color with them in their coloring books.  So of course anytime I get the chance to color, I do.  I got out my color pencils and went to town adding some shading on the cute spider and little monster girl.  I also added some machine stictching for detail and my machine went through the chipboard letters so nicely.  Oh, and I want to add that I really like the matte finish of Bella's new chipboard letters and the elements.  The matte finish makes it really nice for shading or adding ink to them. 

And here is my mini album, "Boo Crew."  I have never made a Halloween mini album before so this was a lot of fun to create.  There were so many cute tags and embellishments to use.  So, I would love to know what you think?  Would you like to see something like this as an upcoming release?  Be sure to stop by the Bella Blog to see all of their latest collections.  I really cannot decide which are my favorite.  I would love to know which are yours....

Have a happy weekend.  Enjoy, Julie

Another Bella Blvd. Sneak Peek

Sorry for the late post today.  So, today I promised a little peek at what I designed for Bella Blvd so here they are.  Because of the business I only designed a few projects for them, but I wish I could have created so much more.  I have to tell you, the ideas were just flowing out of me.  When I fall in LOVE with a collection the wheels start spinning in my head and I literally cannot sleep thinking about all the things I want to create and the design process involved.  I love when I don't have to think about designing and it just comes natural and that is the way it is when I design using Bella collections.  Love the colors, love the designs, love that the collections can mix and match, and love the company itself!  They are absolutely wonderful to work with.  Ok, reading over this, I said love a lot.  But I really do, Bella stuff makes me happy, how about you?  On Friday, I will post pictures of my entire projects so be sure to stop back and be sure to stop by the Bella Blog for their awesome giveaways all this week. 

Enjoy, Julie

Sneek Peek Week at Bella Blvd.

CHA Summer is right around the corner.  I'm happy to say that once again I had the priviledge of designing for Stephanie and this fantastic company.  I, for one, am loving the new collections! 

This week is their offical sneak-peek-week, along with full reveals of the newest collections. Be sure to stop by the Bella Blog to see all the newest collections and a chance to win some giveaways.  This year you will get to see what we have designed before the show starts. 

I really can't decide which line is my favorite.  Check back tomorrow for a peek at some of my projects....

Enjoy! 

Julie