Hi everyone, this is Niki (@nikiclairecreates) with two layouts and a process video to share using the very lovely Simple Vintage Yuletide collection. This collection is very traditional with classic vintage imagery and is simply wonderful to work with.
For my first layout, I choose two of my favourite papers, a red polka dot and a cream, red and green check print. I cut these into squares, about 3½” each. I distressed the edges of each and arranged them onto a white background.
I placed my photo on one of the grid intersections which I mounted first with green paper. I then tucked in lots of Floral Ephemera and Chipboard Stickers. I created a large cluster around the photo and then went on to make two more clusters: one at the bottom that was linked to my title, and a smaller one at the top to balance out the layout.
For my title I used a large word ‘Santa’ and ‘I’ve been good’ phrase – super cute! I added lots of other words and phrases to the layout, some from the Foam Stickers, and some from the Bits & Pieces packs: ‘naughty or nice’, ‘filled with wonder’, ‘the big guy’, ‘tis the season’ and more! There are always such wonderful words and phrases in Simple Stories collections!
I also added some small stars, and some Decorative Brads before finishing off with my handwritten journaling and a few splatters of black paint.
I love how it turned out and it’s wonderful to have captured this beautiful memory – Santa came to visit us at our house at 6pm on Christmas Eve before setting out on his rounds! What a lucky boy! Here is the link to my process video if you would like to watch along: https://youtu.be/9ehY783B2sM
For my second layout I choose four different coloured papers and cut them into 2” strips. I distressed the edges and positioned them onto a white background. I then trimmed the offcuts down slightly and hand-drew the letters NOEL. I cut them out, drew a narrow black border around them to make them stand out, then layered them colour-on-colour back onto the strips, raised up on foam pads of course! I love how this technique turned out, it is so effective!
I added my photo, tucked into one of the strips. I then added three areas of embellishments using mostly Floral Bits.
To each cluster I added flowers, Chipboard pieces, Chipboard Stars and I also added Decorative Brads. I love all the different textures on this layout!
I finished off with a few lines of journaling and then added a few splatters of black paint to add a bit of contrast to the layout.
This layout has turned out so well, I love the effect of the letters on top of the coloured strips, so simple yet so effective!
Thank you so much for joining me today. Have a wonderful festive season and lots of yuletide cheer! Happy scrapping
Niki xx
Products used: Simple Vintage Yuletide Collection Kit, Cardstock Stickers, Chipboard Stickers, Decorative Brads, Bits & Pieces, Floral Bits, Sentiment Bits, Foam Stickers.
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