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Colour Scheme: No Secrets | Hybrid 6x8 Pocket Page Scrapbook Layout Create With Alison 2025-09-23 | What’s the secret to creating a colour scheme for your scrapbook layouts? Is there even a secret formula? In today’s video, I’ll unlock the secret behind creating colour schemes for your modern scrapbook albums. Spoiler alert: the secret is that there is no secret! Follow your heart, and commit to what feels right. If it makes you happy, then it can’t be wrong.Additional information, not covered in today’s process video- I chose to create a pocket page hybrid layout to document About Last Month, May’s edition. Life is chaos; it’s caused me to fall behind, but I’m working my way back to catching up. About Last Month is a method of documenting that Layle Koncar created, aimed at making scrapbooking accessible to everyone, by highlighting something that made the last month memorable. It doesn’t have to be epic- the mundane counts, too! I design all my scrapbook layouts in Cricut Design Space first, then use my Explore 3 to create the magic. All my templates (designs) are available in the Cricut Community, free to everyone to use in their own (personal) crafting. Customize it to suit your style and theme! Lastly, I am not affiliated with Cricut, or compensated by Cricut, for creating and sharing projects made using their software and machines. I’ve come to rely on the service they provide to simplify my memory keeping process, and I want to share that with everyone! Play lists:Modern Memory Keeping: Scrapbook Using Your Cricutyoutube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyzZKEFf4J6lUdZeXSNzLCgxAbout Last Monthyoutube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyxNYH3ciGtLbHUx5v0G7hhQ Cricut: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/687e7844ea34cb3b36647b30
Inspiration In the Most Unlikely Places… Create With Alison 2025-08-07 | Let’s design a scrapbook layout! Today, I’ll show you how I use Cricut Design Space to “sketch” a scrapbook layout design, simple ways to dress up a small ‘canvas’ (such as a journal card), and the sneaky ways inspiration sometimes manifests.Did you enjoy this video? If you’d like to see more content like this, be sure to hit those like and subscribe buttons so you don’t miss anything! If you know someone that would enjoy content like this, please share with them!For even more layout design inspiration, check out the Modern Scrapbooking playlist here:For more About Last Month layout inspiration, head to the ABL playlist here:#cricutlove #cricutcreated #memorykeeping
Making myself a reference sheet for all my fave Cricut fonts! #cricutlove Create With Alison 2025-07-31 | ...
6x8 Pocket Page Layout | About Last Month Create With Alison 2025-07-25 | Let’s make! I’ll share with you everything you need to know about making a 6x8 pocket page scrapbook layout with your Cricut, from start to finish. Along the way, I’ll also share tips and tricks that’ll help make digital scrapbooking easier! Know someone that would benefit from creative content like this? Be sure to like, share and subscribe, so that this channel reaches more creatives like you and I! This layout has been shared with the Cricut Community, and is free for everyone to make themselves. Note: you must be a Cricut/Cricut Access subscriber to fully benefit from the project design. For personal use only.Cricut Link: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/6836809717203ee8ea903f45Want to see more videos like this one? You’ll find more designs and ideas in the About Last Month playlist. Find it here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyxNYH3ciGtLbHUx5v0G7hhQ&si=eRIyNL2l6tw2D-d1
A new layout was designed in Cricut DS- now shall we cut paper? New process video coming soon! Create With Alison 2025-07-16 | ...
Try that cute paper out before you commit- consequence free. Find out how in my next video! Create With Alison 2025-04-08 | ...
6x8 Scrapbook Layout | About Last Month Create With Alison 2025-03-15 | #cricutscrapbooking #cricutcrafting #hybridscrapbooking #cricutlover #cricutmade So, what’s it like drafting the concept of a layout- sketch, if you will- using modern technology like Cricut Explore, then using that sketch + technology together to bring that masterpiece to fruition? The last posted video focused on creating a layout design with a specific subject in mind. (You’ll find it linked below). This process video aims to put the plan into action: taking the layout blueprint (aka digital sketch) and making it using your Cricut.Key points:GRWM-plan-prep-executeUTILIZE REINFORCEMENTS (Cricut version)-what to expect-it’s so SIMPLE!! intuitive software-bottom line: exercise in organizationMAKE THE MAGIC HAPPEN-layout assembly-mishaps happen-inspired? Run with it!Tips, tricks, and anecdotes are also shared along the way. I’ve come to rely on these methods as I navigate the world of modern age (digital + hybrid) memory keeping using my Cricut Explore 3. It’s (mostly) successfully led to the elimination of mishaps, and expediting crafty time through pre-planning and prioritizing simple tasks. The outcome results in a streamlined, more enjoyable (no stress) craft session. As always, the sketch related to this layout is free for everyone to use. Please note that my Cricut sketches are intended for personal use. It is linked below.Neither am I endorsed, employed or compensated by Cricut for the content I share. I’m just crazy about my Cricut! Gotta see more videos like this one? Check out the playlists below!Playlists:-About Last Monthyoutube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyxNYH3ciGtLbHUx5v0G7hhQ-Modern Memory Keeping: Scrapbook Using Your Cricutyoutube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyzZKEFf4J6lUdZeXSNzLCgx-Cricut Madeyoutube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyyYrE2vFJIWjJkAvTszDdA8Cricut Project File: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/67c666f9a461d990e89f4899Find the sketch video below ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️ Layout Design: Scrapbook Sketch 2.0youtu.be/-0nJ84UYrn0
Layout Design: Scrapbook Sketch 2.0 Create With Alison 2025-03-05 | #cricutscrapbooking #hybridscrapbooking #cricut #cricutlover If you’ve been a scrapbooker for any length of time, you’ll know that there’s a multitude of tools available to us to inspire creativity. Most of those tools- if not all of them- are designed with a singular purpose in mind. Think crops/online crops + associated challenges, colour theory, design teams, and scrapbook sketches. All these things have one thing in common: cultivating inspiration.In this video, I’ll design a 6x8 scrapbook layout that outlines what last month (February) looked like for our family. I’ll share why I felt prompted to design this layout, and all the things that I was inspired to include along the way. I like to draft my scrapbook layouts in Cricut DS- or sketch, if you will- so that I have a plan in place before cutting up paper. I need to plan ahead and know exactly what needs to be done so there’s no unpleasant surprises along the way. Well- less anyways. It’s like a formula, or a recipe that I then use to guide my memory keeping. My hope is that since I find it useful, maybe others would too.The sketch is shareable in Cricut DS after I’ve created the final draft of my layout- the draft that will live forever in my mini albums- so that anyone that’s inspired by my project can use it to document their own memories. The same rules apply to digital sketches as the traditional ones: take what inspires you and run with it. Omit what doesn’t work; make it fit your style and story: go wild making it your own. Meet scrapbook sketches 2.0- the modern version. Traditional sketches is all grown up and in her digital era!Looking for more digital sketches inspiration? Find the links to more layout design process videos- and scrapbook process videos- below!As always, the Cricut DS project file will be linked below when it is made shareable in DS.*I am not affiliated with or endorsed by Cricut; all content is my own and meant to provide inspiration. I’m just a Cricut nerd that wants to share her nerdiness!Modern Memory Keeping: Scrapbook Using Your Cricut playlist:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyzZKEFf4J6lUdZeXSNzLCgxCricut Made playlist:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyyYrE2vFJIWjJkAvTszDdA8About Last Month playlist:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyxNYH3ciGtLbHUx5v0G7hhQShareable Cricut project file:
6x8 Scrapbook Layout | DD 2024 Create With Alison 2025-02-05 | Hello friends, welcome back to my channel. Today, I’m creating another layout for my December Daily 2024 album. In this video, I’m picking up where we left off- we designed this layout together in Cricut Design Space- now, we’re bringing it to life. If you missed the layout design tutorial, you’ll find it linked below. This process video contains bonus footage: I thought I’d show you how Cricut software communicates with the die cutting machine through your desktop computer. Basically, what’s happening on the computer screen while my Explore 3 does all the work. As always, this project file is free to anyone that wants to use it, in their own personal scrapbooks. It is linked below. Please note I am not endorsed by Cricut or compensated by Cricut for the content I share. I’m just a Cricut freak 😁Thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope I’ve inspired you to give memory keeping using your Cricut a try!#cancon #cricutcrafting #cricutscrapbooking #cricutcrafting Cricut project file: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/6780725da5031d32de11a34eModern Memory Keeping: Scrapbook Using Your Cricut Playlist:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyzZKEFf4J6lUdZeXSNzLCgxDecember Daily Playlist:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyxm7qJGxzxE7TkGWdKD3gbU
Ah, the first step for every Cricut made craft sesh: browsing the MASSIVE image library 😍 Create With Alison 2025-02-01 | Hello friends, welcome back to my channel. In today’s video, I’ll design a 6x8 About Last Month scrapbook layout (the November 2024 edition).Inspiration struck hard + fast when I sat at my computer: I immediately knew I wanted to create a highlight reel. I turned to the image library in Cricut DS, searching for a photo strip. There’s an over abundance of photo/movie reel images; the more I scrolled, the more I was inspired. This layout is 100% Cricut made- I do not have much in the way of supplies in regards to a movie theme. That’s when Cricut becomes the Robin to the Batman: the indispensable sidekick. The title mat is an image I put together myself, not one that was created by a *contributing artist. I did this by gathering several icons I liked, arranging and re-sizing them before grouping them together to make a single image. The rest of the design is fairly straight forward: replicating images for embellishing, adding photos to illustrate the story, and words to fill in the gaps. *I should denote that I am not a Cricut contributing artist, and neither am I endorsed by Cricut. I use my machine and Cricut’s images for my own personal satisfaction (and for documenting purposes). For me, it’s a match made in heaven. A note about the journaling: I carried the movie reel theme throughout the entire layout, right down to the journaling. I approached my story telling from a third person POV: a movie critic giving their review. What fun and creative ways to journal have you tackled in your memory keeping? Share with me in the comments below. I’d love to hear your thoughts! If this layout design inspired you and you’d like to use it for your own documenting, the link is provided below. My layout design is free to use, but please remember it’s only for personal memory keeping. Please be aware that not all images may be available to you, unless you’re a current Access subscriber.Interested in seeing more Cricut designed layouts? The playlist is linked below. Thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope I’ve inspired you to consider crafting with your Cricut!Cricut project file:Modern Memory Keeping: Scrapbook Using Your Cricut Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyzZKEFf4J6lUdZeXSNzLCgx#cricutcrafting #cricutscrapbooking #hybridscrapbooking #cricut #cricutlover #cricutmade #paperlove
Design a Themed Layout Create With Alison 2025-02-01 | Hello friends, welcome back to my channel. In today’s video, I’ll design a 6x8 About Last Month scrapbook layout (the November 2024 edition).Inspiration struck hard + fast when I sat at my computer: I immediately knew I wanted to create a highlight reel. I turned to the image library in Cricut DS, searching for a photo strip. There’s an over abundance of photo/movie reel images; the more I scrolled, the more I was inspired. This layout is 100% Cricut made- I do not have much in the way of supplies in regards to a movie theme. That’s when Cricut becomes the Robin to the Batman: the indispensable sidekick. The title mat is an image I put together myself, not one that was created by a *contributing artist. I did this by gathering several icons I liked, arranging and re-sizing them before grouping them together to make a single image. The rest of the design is fairly straight forward: replicating images for embellishing, adding photos to illustrate the story, and words to fill in the gaps. *I should denote that I am not a Cricut contributing artist, and neither am I endorsed by Cricut. I use my machine and Cricut’s images for my own personal satisfaction (and for documenting purposes). For me, it’s a match made in heaven. A note about the journaling: I carried the movie reel theme throughout the entire layout, right down to the journaling. I approached my story telling from a third person POV: a movie critic giving their review. What fun and creative ways to journal have you tackled in your memory keeping? Share with me in the comments below. I’d love to hear your thoughts! If this layout design inspired you and you’d like to use it for your own documenting, the link is provided below. My layout design is free to use, but please remember it’s only for personal memory keeping. Please be aware that not all images may be available to you, unless you’re a current Access subscriber.Interested in seeing more Cricut designed layouts? The playlist is linked below. Thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope I’ve inspired you to consider crafting with your Cricut!Cricut project file:Modern Memory Keeping: Scrapbook Using Your Cricut Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyzZKEFf4J6lUdZeXSNzLCgx#cricutcrafting #cricutscrapbooking #hybridscrapbooking #cricut #cricutlover #cricutmade #paperlove
Paper Storage idea for Small Format Scrapbookers #papersolutions #paperlove #storagesolutions Create With Alison 2025-01-27 | ...
October 2024 About Last Month | 6x8 Hybrid Pocket Page Layout Create With Alison 2025-01-26 | Hello friends, welcome back to my channel. Today, I’m sharing a single 6x8 hybrid pocket page layout that I created using my Cricut Explore 2. My crafting process always begins with designing layouts in Cricut DS and saving the project to create some other time. The subject to be documented was About Last Month: October 2024. And, I had the perfect patterned paper hidden in my stash. The layout was designed with that particular paper in mind. I included bonus footage in today’s video: first, prepping for crafty time- gathering my supplies so everything is at my fingertips when I’m ready to cut the paper. Secondly, I shared how I store paper scraps- in particular, what’s left over from a fresh sheet of 12x12 patterned paper when just a teensy part of it was used. As a traditional-scrapbooker-turned-mini album-scrapbooker, I needed to find a way to incorporate those big sheets with all the little sheets. This method works well for my style of scrapbooking. What do you think- how would you mix your old supplies with the new? Tell me in the comments below!If you enjoyed this video, you may also enjoy these ones: About Last Month Playlist:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyxNYH3ciGtLbHUx5v0G7hhQIf you’d like to make this layout for your own mini album, it is available for *free here: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/672a96280556456ba87c1f51*My layouts are intended for personal use only. **Some images in the project file may not be available if you’re not a Cricut Access subscriber. Sorry in advance. 😬Thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope it’s inspired you to explore scrapbooking using your electronic die cutting machine ♥️#cricutcrafting #cricutscrapbooking #hybridscrapbooking #cricutlover
Layout Design | Winter Wonderland Create With Alison 2025-01-19 | Hello friends, welcome back to my channel. In this video, I will share my layout design process for a layout I’ll add to my December Daily 2024 album (at a later date). I will use Cricut DS to design a hybrid double page layout, combining digital icons with physical products from Vicki Boutin Wrapped in Ribbons. Tip: While designing this layout, I came across a title in the Cricut image library that was perfect for the theme of my story (winter wonderland); however, I felt its orientation didn’t quite fit my design. How does one remedy that? Here’s what I did: I broke the image down into separate pieces, duplicated key parts + hid others, then rebuilt it in a configuration that I felt better suited my design. The beauty of designing digitally is that your designs + ideas can be changed repeatedly (or even scrapped entirely!!) without ever touching a paper trimmer. Zero guilt attached. Thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my video inspired you to try creating digitally. If you’ve got any questions about this layout design, or designing digitally in general, leave a comment below. 👇🏻 I’ll do my best to address it!Check out my other layout design videos here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyzZKEFf4J6lUdZeXSNzLCgx&si=cJXAUgT-C4HriZWm#cricutcrafting #cricutscrapbooking #cricut
Merry + Bright Create With Alison 2025-01-13 | Hello friends, let’s cut paper!! In this video, I’ll walk you through the process of cutting and assembling a double page layout that will be added to my December Daily 2024 mini album, in a standard 6x8 page protector/no page protector combination. This year, I’m using VB’s Where To Next 6x8 album to store DD 2024 memories.Feel free to use this design in your own crafting. The Cricut project link is provided below. Please note, the designs for my layouts is for personal use, only. *If you’re a Cricut Access subscriber, all the images used in this layout are available for you to use; if you’re not a subscriber, purchases may be required. Thanks for visiting my channel today, and I hope I’ve inspired you to scrapbook using your Cricut! Cricut project file: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/6771a2be4d0e31bc7bfe3052Playlists: December Dailyyoutube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyxm7qJGxzxE7TkGWdKD3gbU#cricutcrafting #cricutscrapbooking #decemberdaily #hybridscrapbooking
Layout Design Process: DD 2024 Holiday Cheer Create With Alison 2025-01-11 | Hello friends, I’m so excited to share this video with you. It’s a layout design process video!!The AHA! moment that led to this process video: Airdrop. I can screen record on my PC, airdrop it to my iPhone and edit the video there. It’s brilliant! #worksmarternotharder 😅In this video, I’ll take you through my layout design process- right in Cricut Design Space- from beginning to end, of a 6x8 hybrid scrapbook layout that’s going in my 2024 December Daily album. I think it’s fairly straightforward, but I’ve included pop up notes to keep things clear. It’s important to note- in every layout I design- if there is physical products I plan to use, those images, patterns or icons will be reflected in my designs. For example, in this layout, I plan to use a hot pink patterned paper with snowflakes for the layout base. The pattern isn’t identical to the actual paper I want to use, but it’s sufficient enough to give me a general idea of what the design will look like when it’s assembled. Thanks for visiting my channel today! Let me know what you think- I hope you’ve been inspired today!#hybridscrapbooking #cricutcrafting #cricutmadeModern Memory Keeping: Scrapbook Using Your Cricut Playlistyoutube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyzZKEFf4J6lUdZeXSNzLCgx
Season of Giving Create With Alison 2025-01-05 | Helloooo friends! Happy New year!! Let’s cut paper! Today, I’m sharing a new hybrid pocket page layout process video with you, from start to finish- excluding the design process. That’s only because it was designed previous to deciding to record the creative process. 😁This layout is going in my 2024 December Daily album, in a pocket page memory protector. As always, I began the creative process by designing the layout in Cricut DS, then drew and cut the things with my Cricut Explore 3. Any physical products in this years’ DD come from VB Wrapped in Ribbons and/or Peppermint Kisses. (There’s also a smidge of Simple Stories Mix + A Mingle mixed throughout my album.)If you’d like to create this layout for your own holiday scrapbooking, you’ll find the project file linked below. All the Cricut fonts and images I used in this layout are linked to this project in Cricut DS.*My projects are intended for personal use, only.Thanks for visiting my channel today, and I hope I’ve inspired you to scrapbook using your Cricut ♥️Cricut project file: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/676de4f4ae558be68a744e4dPlaylists:-December Daily: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyxm7qJGxzxE7TkGWdKD3gbU-Modern Memory Keeping: Scrapbook Using Your Cricutyoutube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyzZKEFf4J6lUdZeXSNzLCgx
How To: Journaling in Cricut DS Create With Alison 2024-07-12 | Hello friends, thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my video inspires you!I am feeling quite vulnerable posting this video- bringing this video to life required doing things that intimidated me- BUT I hope it answers your questions about journaling using Cricut DS, and inspires more discussion around hybrid scrapbooking using your electronic die cutting machine.The only materials required to generate digital journaling is your electronic die cutting machine and your own brain power, along with a bit of ingenuity.If you try this for yourself, let me know! I'd love to see what you create using digital journaling!Got any other questions about modern memory keeping using your die cutting machine? Let me know in the comments below.*Disclaimer: I am not affiliated with Cricut, in any way shape or form, besides being a loyal customer and avid memory keeper using Cricut products. Cricut Tutorials playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyzZKEFf4J6lUdZeXSNzLCgx
Scrapbook With your Cricut: 6x8 Layout Create With Alison 2024-07-03 | Hello friends, thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my video inspires you!In this video, I created a single page 6x8 scrapbook layout using only three basic items: my Cricut, SS Summer Farmhouse, and basic mixed media products. The end result a clean + simple- and super cute- hybrid layout.I began by adhering yellow polka dot patterned paper to the bottom 1/3 (ish) of the layout base. Adhered over that is a layered basic shape from DS that was cut + drawn with my Cricut. The floral base is (as all the patterned papers and physical products are) Summer Farmhouse. The white layer at the top has a border that was drawn using a pen; the title, subtitle and journaling was also drawn with pens. Finally, I shaded the title in with a Blue Turquoise alcohol marker.*Note: I have been using Sharpie black ultra fine tip markers for drawing (in Cricut-ese that’s also ‘writing’) recently. I love the bold colour and how smoothly it writes. The only drawback to these pens- and, it’s very minor, IMO- they are not permanent after the ink dries. If you plan to colour with alcohol markers (or other mixed media, such as watercolour paints or ink/re-inkers) the black ink does run a bit. Use caution if you use Sharpies. Slow + steady wins the race.So far, I’ve covered the first two of the three items I focused on using in this layout. After cutting the sweet little bumblebee and the little flourish that’s following him, I wound up losing the tiny black cardstock circle that made up his eye. I contemplated using an enamel dot, but after a wave of inspiration, I chose to use Black Stickles for his eyeball. I also used the black stickles to bling out his black stripes. Stickles is a great alternative to shimmer brushes- though, I’ll admit, I used my shimmer brush to add another shimmery effect to his wings.If you’ve got Stickles kicking around, I’m challenging you to give them a work out! Here’s what I used today:American Crafts -12x12 Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=6&_sid=7434271d1&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Lemon cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-lemon?_pos=1&_sid=34536f696&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Black cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-black?_pos=1&_sid=25030672b&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Robin’s Egg cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-robins-egg?_pos=1&_sid=7726f07cd&_ss=rTonic Studios-Nuvo Aqua Shimmer pens: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tonic-studios-nuvo-aqua-shimmer-pen-glitter-gloss-pens-2-pk?_pos=1&_sid=b1787cd2f&_ss=rTombow-Mono Multi liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=1&_sid=aeda80d3a&_ss=rVicki Boutin-Print Shop 6x8 album set: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-print-shop-6-x-8-album-set?_pos=1&_sid=d2600ee84&_ss=r-6x8 page protectors: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-6-x-8-page-protectors?_pos=1&_sid=c0d482b79&_ss=rRanger -Black Stickles: https://a.co/d/067qsYzDSpectrum Noir-Essentials TriBlend markers (Blue Turquoise blend): https://a.co/d/03i4yFFAEpson-ET2850 EcoTank All in One printer: staples.ca/products/24495154-en-epson-ecotank-et-2850-colour-all-in-one-printer-Premium Glossy 6x4 photo paper: staples.ca/products/602190-en-epson-premium-glossy-photo-paper-borderless-4-x-6-100-packCricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-Ultimate Extra Fine point pen set (Midnight Blue): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.html-Extra Fine point Sharpie pen (Black): https://a.co/d/07MhBIkI-Craverland Pen Adapter set: https://a.co/d/02MbWhUvCricut Made playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyyYrE2vFJIWjJkAvTszDdA8Shareable Cricut link: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/667cdb3a5f414fc481436a99
Scrapbook With Your Cricut: Optical Illusions | VB Where To Next Create With Alison 2024-06-28 | Hello friends! TGIF! Thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my layout inspired you!Truth be told, I had it in my head that this pocket page was four 3x4 pockets with cards in them, when in reality, it’s actually two 6x4 cards. (I can’t believe I forgot between creating my layout and recording the voiceover…it was only 24 hours apart 😅). It’s actually what inspired my video title- if I could fool myself into thinking there’s four 3x4 cards, others would likely think the same. So, how did I create this optical illusion? I started with cardstock that I trimmed to 6x4 inches (twice). The background is the same between both 6x4 cards- meaning, the striped, grid and polka dot papers were glued to the base card in the same manner. The only difference: the patterned papers in card A spans the width of the entire card, whereas in card B, the patterned papers are visible on one half. There’s no point in putting paper where it won’t be seen!Next, I glued two mats measuring 2.75x3.75 inches side by side on nournal card A. The first mat contains the title, which was shaded in using a mint colored alcohol marker; I used the same marker to shade in the VW bus that was attached to the second mat (on the same card). To fill the empty space in this mat, I created a scene that illustrates the story I’m documenting: shuttling the twins and their friends around town. You know- mom’s taxi- style. The scene includes trees with the sun in the background, and grey card stock with dashed lines on it symbolizing the yellow lines that are standard on roadways. By gluing the two mats to the top of the card, I inadvertently created the illusion of two 3x4 pocket cards that are side by side. The same mat is found in the second journal card; it contains the journaling and some chipboard embellishments from Vicki B. The 3x4 photo on the other half of this card achieved the same trick of the eye: it also appears to be 3x4 cards that are side by side. So, what do you think? Were you fooled too, or was it just me? Lol!Here’s the products I used today:American Crafts-12x12 Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=6&_sid=11c834782&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Black cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-black?_pos=1&_sid=7188ef475&_ss=r-12x12 Lemon cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-lemon?_pos=1&_sid=269de6f98&_ss=rVicki Boutin -Where to Next Chipboard stickers: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-where-to-next-happy-life-chipboard-thickers?_pos=38&_sid=9d9144b74&_ss=r-Where to Next puffy stickers: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-where-to-next-puffy-stickers?_pos=30&_sid=9d9144b74&_ss=r-12x12 That’s the Ticket patterned paper: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-where-to-next-one-way-ticket?_pos=33&_sid=9d9144b74&_ss=rSimple Stories-12x12 Life Captured Collection Kit (patterned paper): scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-life-captured-12-x-12-collection-kit?_pos=11&_sid=21ef4e85f&_ss=rTonic Studios-Nuvo Aqua shimmer pen: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tonic-studios-nuvo-aqua-shimmer-pen-glitter-gloss-pens-2-pk?_pos=1&_sid=422ce4b2e&_ss=rTombow -Mono multi liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=2&_sid=782c39c88&_ss=rEpson-EcoTank ET2850 all in one printer: staples.ca/products/24495154-en-epson-ecotank-et-2850-colour-all-in-one-printer -Premium Glossy 6x4 photo paper: staples.ca/products/602190-en-epson-premium-glossy-photo-paper-borderless-4-x-6-100-packCricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-Ultimate Extra Fine point pen set (Party Pink, Mint, Bright Teal): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.html-Craverland pen adapter set: https://a.co/d/09aTMuUS-Sharpie Extra Fine Point marker (Black): https://a.co/d/0iJmhvN7Spectrum Noir-Essential Blends Triblend markers (Green Turquoise): https://a.co/d/0eMnPAXOCricut Made playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyyYrE2vFJIWjJkAvTszDdA8Shareable Cricut link: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/6679f5a88b4f3fb59fe0e547
Scrapbook With Your Cricut: Thematic Images Create With Alison 2024-06-25 | Hello friends, thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my video inspired you!The layout I’m sharing today is my last design team project for the season. (We typically break for the summer, then pick up steam again early in autumn). Is there anything better to kick off summer than a layout about summer?! I think not, which is why I chose to document a summer staple here in the prairies: strawberries! 🍓 My Cricut came in very handy as I was designing this layout. I decided early on to focus mainly on embellishing with strawberries-but, I had only one strawberry die cut image in my stash (care of SS Heart Eyes). I wanted more; one measly die cut wasn’t enough. So, I went straight to the image library to look for more strawberries. I was overwhelmed (in a good way) with the return: there’s a lot to choose from! I used two or three strawberry images to create embellishment clusters and accents throughout the layout, then tweaked the images slightly to suit my needs as I went.How did I tweak the images? First, I decided to convert the seeds from basic cut to draw (I’m referring to the clusters at the top and bottom of my layout). I used a black pen to draw them. Next, the strawberry border behind the title cut in multiple layers (four, to be exact). After the border was cut, the layer that would have served as the seeds was no longer necessary. The holes in the top strawberry layer was too small, leaving the middle layer obsolete. I left the image as is, though in hindsight, I wish I’d chosen to draw the seeds, like I’d done with the other strawberry clusters. Live and learn 🤷♀️ So, when the mood strikes you, or you find that the embellishments you’d like to focus on is sparse, utilize your Cricut to make up the difference. You won’t be sorry!These are the products I used today:American Crafts-12x12 Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=6&_sid=cae25d0bf&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Shrimp cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-shrimp?_pos=1&_sid=af5a3bd82&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Spearmint cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-spearmint?_pos=1&_sid=22dba38cd&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Cherry cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/search?q=Textured*+cherry&type=product-12x12 Textured Blush cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-blush?_pos=1&_sid=01da59dc9&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Taffy cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-taffy?_pos=1&_sid=a8af70fca&_ss=rSimple Stories -Heart Eyes Bits + Pieces: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-heart-eyes-bits-pieces?_pos=4&_sid=9faa3d4cd&_ss=rTonic Studios-Nuvo Aqua Shimmer pen: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tonic-studios-nuvo-aqua-shimmer-pen-glitter-gloss-pens-2-pk?_pos=3&_sid=147d6e60d&_ss=rTombow -Mono multi liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=2&_sid=3e0f0f568&_ss=rArt Alternatives-T-square ruler: scrapbooknerd.com/products/art-alternatives-clear-plastic-t-square-ruler-12?_pos=1&_sid=4d4dea3de&_ss=rEpson-ET2850 EcoTank all in one printer: staples.ca/products/24495154-en-epson-ecotank-et-2850-colour-all-in-one-printer-6x4 Premium glossy photo paper: staples.ca/products/602190-en-epson-premium-glossy-photo-paper-borderless-4-x-6-100-packCricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-Ultimate Extra Fine point pen set (Bright Teal, Raspberry): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.html-Sharpie Ultra Fine point marker (Black): https://a.co/d/09NCxOe9-Craverland pen adapter: https://a.co/d/040BEfQrScrapbook Nerd DT Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOywMKpZRY8X6NQTAanz5n7-QCricut DS shareable link: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/66724db3132cef75c8836b0e
Hybrid Pocket Page | Using Washi Tape | Scrapbook Nerd DT Create With Alison 2024-06-23 | Hello friends, thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my layout inspires you!In this video, I created my About Last Month entry for May, using a 6x8 pocket page featuring four 3x4 pockets. I used my Cricut quite heavily for this layout- the title + journal mats, title, journaling and embellishing was all produced electronically. I used a heck of a lot of cardstock in this layout- it’s probably a personal record- and the teensy-weensy bit of physical products I used comes from Simple Stories and Vicki B. I am hosting this weeks’ Scrapbook Sunday challenge, so may layout also serves as inspiration for our challenge. The challenge? It’s to use washi tape! To participate, you’re only required to create a project using washi, snap a photo of it and upload it to the featured post at the top of the Scrapbook Nerd Facebook group (link below). Do this by midnight on Saturday, June 29 (your time zone) to be entered into a draw for an e-gift card to the shop. The winner will be announced on Sunday, June 30. Here’s what I used today:American Crafts-12x12 Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=6&_sid=d6420fb7a&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Robin’s Egg cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-robins-egg?_pos=1&_sid=657b8c8e0&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Cotton Candy cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-cotton-candy?_pos=1&_sid=e027e8c9d&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Lip Gloss cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-smooth-cardstock-lipgloss?_pos=1&_sid=5f0c8bd61&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Grape cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-grape?_pos=1&_sid=36224d2f0&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Lady Bug cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-ladybug?_pos=1&_sid=1f74c37a9&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Cherry cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-cherry?_pos=1&_sid=213901d24&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Banana cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-banana?_pos=1&_sid=8c7a740f8&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Lemon cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-lemon?_pos=1&_sid=e8b7379c5&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Peach cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-peach?_pos=1&_sid=263790e4d&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Spinach cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-spinach?_pos=1&_sid=976dc2f5a&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Cricket cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-cricket?_pos=1&_sid=643aefff0&_ss=r -12x12 Textured Jade cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-bakers-twine-dark-purple?_pos=2&_sid=81f6b6136&_ss=rVicki Boutin-12x12 To The Point Print Shop patterned paper sheet: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-print-shop-to-the-point-paper?_pos=12&_sid=73813ae5b&_ss=r-6x8 Print Shop album set: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-print-shop-6-x-8-album-set?_pos=17&_sid=73813ae5b&_ss=r-6x8 page protectors: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-6-x-8-page-protectors?_pos=97&_sid=94f8cdbca&_ss=rSimple Stories-Life Captured Washi Tape: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-life-captured-washi-tape?_pos=4&_sid=9aad83aea&_ss=rTombow-Mono multi liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=1&_sid=68bf421a9&_ss=rTonic Studios-Nuvo Aqua Shimmer pen: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tonic-studios-nuvo-aqua-shimmer-pen-glitter-gloss-pens-2-pk?_pos=1&_sid=2b71be859&_ss=rCricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-Ultimate Extra Fine Point pen set (Mint, Deep Teal, Midnight Blue): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.htmlEpson-EcoTank ET2850 all in one printer: staples.ca/products/24495154-en-epson-ecotank-et-2850-colour-all-in-one-printer -Premium glossy 6x4 photo paper: staples.ca/products/602190-en-epson-premium-glossy-photo-paper-borderless-4-x-6-100-packScrapbook Nerd Facebook group: facebook.com/share/WWGE3rZ78YzfXz56/?mibextid=K35XfPAbout Last Month Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyxNYH3ciGtLbHUx5v0G7hhQCricut DS shareable link: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/665e342cae3b0648dd746abc
Scrapbook With Your Cricut: Basic Journaling | Tutorial Create With Alison 2024-06-19 | Hello friends, thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope you find my video tutorial helpful!If I’m being brutally honest, I was deliberately slow posting this video . I felt completely vulnerable and indecisive about whether I even wanted to post my video tutorial. Why? Because I’m a perfectionist, and my perception of the final product is dismal. I decided, however, to forge ahead, because growth only occurs by doing through trial + error. It can only get better from here!I think the best way (meaning clear + concise) to walk you through my journaling process is by point form:1. Begin by selecting the font you want from the TEXT function in the toolbar on the left-hand side of your canvas in DS2. Next, change the OPERATION from Basic Cut to Pen (a drop- down menu is located at the top of your canvas on the left side)3. Type the first line or partial first line (if it’s long)4. Adjust the size (height + width) of your text using SIZE. You’ll find this in the toolbar along the top of your canvas. 5. From the LAYERS panel over on the far right of your canvas, select the box with the plus + sign inside it. This function is called DUPLICATE6. Continue with the next portion of your text. (Hint: a simple shortcut I use to highlight the entire text box is “triple clicking” on it. Either tap “delete” on your keyboard or start typing the next words to complete a sentence or start a new thought7. Repeat steps 4 through 6 untilyour journaling is complete8. Align your journaling horizontally + vertically using ALIGN from the drop down menu located in the toolbar at the top of your canvas9. GROUP your sentences together by clicking on the canvas near your journaling “strips” and drag to create a box around your journaling. Click the drop-shadow box outline in the Layers panel to paste your text together 10. Drag the text box to the journal spot in your design. Centre it horizontally (using the ALIGN function) then “glue” it in place using ATTACH (paper clip icon) located in LAYERS, in the bottom right of your canvasRepeat this process for any additional paragraphs of journaling you want to add.*Things to Note: -The font size remains in the “locked” position until you unlock it. Click on the lock icon to lock or unlock it-My approach to journaling in DS is essentially ‘copy + paste’, sentence by sentence-HORIZONTAL text alignment: text margins are centred left and right; VERTICAL text alignment: spaces each sentence evenlyAs always, if anything is unclear, please reach out! And, if you try journaling with your Cricut, let me know how it goes!
Cricut Scrapbooking | Using Song Lyrics Create With Alison 2024-06-14 | Hello friends, thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my layout inspires you!In this video, I’m sharing a 6x8 pocket page layout that sports song lyrics as the title and sub-title. I find, more and more, that song titles and (or) lyrics fit the occasion I’m documenting better than anything I can come up with. The key phrase that inspired my documenting was GOLDEN, which immediately led me to think of Golden Years, by David Bowie- and, in particular, the lyrics “Golden years (gold, wop wop wop).” Fun fact: the only reason I know this song is thanks to A Knights’ Tale. The soundtrack is an all time favourite of mine. Because my key phrase is rather important in this layout, I decided to draw attention to it by using the pen function to draw the title using my Cricut. I used Cricut Sans, because it draws the outline of shapes in pen mode. Drawing my title allowed me to fill the letters in with a gold alcohol marker. I added shading to boost it even more. I just love how it captures my attention anytime I look at this layout. Mission accomplished!The sub-title, which is the rest of the verse in Golden Years, was also drawn with my Cricut- but, instead of using Black like I did in the title, I used a brown pen. This was a good choice because it still technically falls in the gold/brown colour family. All the choices I made in this layout was deliberate- the colours either match or compliment the golden theme. Using muted colours elsewhere in my layout helped knock the title out of the park. How have song titles or lyrics inspired your memory keeping? Here’s the products I used today:American Crafts-12x12 Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=2&_sid=fd734f2eb&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Mustard cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-mustard?_pos=1&_sid=075a9bfc8&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Rain cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-rain?_pos=1&_sid=7122e7451&_ss=r*the cardstock not listed here is from CTMH and is no longer availableVicki Boutin-Print Shop 6x8 album set: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-print-shop-6-x-8-album-set?_pos=1&_sid=a305e6e72&_ss=r-6x8 page protectors: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-6-x-8-page-protectors?_pos=1&_sid=50b0aaca7&_ss=rTombow-Mono multi liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=1&_sid=b004f28a3&_ss=rTonic Studios-Nuvo Aqua shimmer pen: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tonic-studios-nuvo-aqua-shimmer-pen-glitter-gloss-pens-2-pk?_pos=1&_sid=b97fcddb8&_ss=rCocoa Vanilla-Happy Days accessory stickers: scrapbooknerd.com/products/cocoa-vanilla-studio-happy-days-6-x-12-accessory-stickers?_pos=4&_sid=a38ecd938&_ss=r-Happy Days puffy stickers: scrapbooknerd.com/products/cocoa-vanilla-studio-happy-days-puffy-stickers?_pos=5&_sid=a38ecd938&_ss=rEpson-ET2850 EcoTank all in one colour printer: staples.ca/products/24495154-en-epson-ecotank-et-2850-colour-all-in-one-printer-premium glossy 6x4 photo paper: staples.ca/products/602190-en-epson-premium-glossy-photo-paper-borderless-4-x-6-100-packCricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-Ultimate Extra Fine point pen set (Suntan): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.htmlAmazon-Sharpie Ultra Fine point permanent marker: https://a.co/d/6dpE2Zc-Spectrum Noir Deep Blends Triblend marker (Gold Yellow blend): https://a.co/d/7NKtSub-Andolab Fine point pen set (Ash grey): https://a.co/d/7lavsZ9Scrapbook Nerd DT playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOywMKpZRY8X6NQTAanz5n7-QCricut Made playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyyYrE2vFJIWjJkAvTszDdA8Cricut project file: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/6657e951b341ef1fc8c6eb84
Scrapbook With Your Cricut | 3x4 Journal Cards Create With Alison 2024-06-05 | Hello friends! Thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my video inspired you!In this video, I created my own multi-layered journal cards (2 of them) to put inside a 6x8 pocket page protector with four 3x4 pockets in it. Of course, the remaining pockets will hold colour photos printed at home with my Epson printer.The base of both journal cards are the same, meaning I duplicated the design right up to the top- most layer (which is the “note paper” in the die cut notepad adhered together in the bottom layers.) Replicating the basic design is a great way to make things easier on yourself, first and foremost (I like keeping things simple); it’s also a sneaky way to keep your design cohesive. The designing process can often be lengthy, so shortcuts are often best. The bottom layer was inspired by polka dot paper from Simple Stories Life Captured. It’s one of my favourite patterns in that collection, and sadly, I didn’t have enough of it left to cut two 3x4 rectangles from. Here’s where the beauty of digital creating comes in: I cheated, and made my own dotted pattern. To do that, I found a snowflake pattern in the Access image library (it’s really just a series of scattered dots), adjusted it to the size I wanted, then “adhered” it to a rectangle shape (same size as the image) using Attach. Attaching two images together in this way results in the patterned image- or negative image- to be cut from the solid- or positive- shape. The finished product yields my very own polka dot paper. I attached my digitally generated polka dot paper to a piece of white cardstock trimmed to 3x4 inches to complete the first (base) layer. The middle layer is composed of the die cut notepad image. It is a multi- layer image, which means each piece will be cut all at once. I wanted the notepad to be patterned. The easiest way to achieve that was to cut the image using my Cricut from cardstock, then piece it together “old school”. My second most favourite patterned paper from Life Captured is the colourful floral paper. I had two smaller pieces that were close to the dimensions I cut the notepad at (I think it’s roughly 2.75x3.75 inches); I used my ATG to adhere each scrap piece of paper in place, then trimmed off the excess with fine tip precision scissors. Now for the last layer. The notepaper was cut at the same time as the notepad- however, it began as a basic rectangle shape. Using Draw and Attach, I added lines with a grey pen, and a border near the top of the shape with blue ink (that’s mostly just for aesthetics. While my lined paper is also aesthetic, it’s functional, too. It helped me keep my title straight(ish), and also served as a guide for the journaling found in the second journal card. (Don’t forget, all these base images were cut twice, for both journal cards). Sticking with a general colour palette also works wonderfully to keep your finished layout cohesive. The title and journaling were drawn with a red pen, while the navy blue ties together the rest of the blues throughout the layout. All the colours used in my layout, with the exception of the neutral polka dot card base, all came from the floral patterned paper layer. I knew the neutral base would compliment my design because it’s also found in the collection I drew my inspiration from. How has a visual cue inspired your creativity? Here’s the products I used today:Scrapbook Nerd: www.scrapbooknerd.com*Youtube says I’m too wordy! All the basic tools, cardstock + patterned papers I used today is found in the shop above ♥️Cricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-Ultimate Extra Fine point pen set (Cardinal Red, Midnight Blue): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.html-*Andolab Cricut compatible pen (Ash): https://a.co/d/bWFDSgt-*Sharpie Ultra Fine point pen: https://a.co/d/h0tUSVQ-*Craverland Cricut adapter: https://a.co/d/0V3Cpjd*I grouped these three products with Cricut because I use them interchangeably with my Cricut machine. All products are compatible with the Explore 3, and are available on Amazon.Epson-ET2850 EcoTank All in One printer:-Epson premium glossy 6x4 photo paper:Cricut Made playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyyYrE2vFJIWjJkAvTszDdA8Cricut project link: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/663f8033853baae62df0278c
Scrapbook With Your Cricut | TN Layout | CVS Great Escape Create With Alison 2024-05-27 | Happy Monday, friends! I hope you had a fantastic weekend. Thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my layout inspires you!Today, I’m sharing a hybrid TN (Travelers Notebook) that was made using my Cricut and products from CVS Great Escape. In this layout, all the journaling, embellishing and title is clustered in one corner of the layout- in this case, an oversized photo with lots of white space. A strip of patterned paper was adhered to the top edge of the photo layer (it measures 4.5x8 inches) and the tag over that. The base for my TN layout was created in Cricut DS (Design Space). It measures 4.75x8.25 inches, which means there’s a 0.25 inch border around the photo layer. With the gutter attached, the entire layout base measures 5.5x8.25 inches. I can’t remember if I’ve ever shared my process for making a TN layout base- I may have, but I’m going to share it again anyways 😁It’s very simple: using the shapes function on the left hand side of your canvas in Cricut DS, create two rectangles, one measuring 0.75x7 inches, and the second 4.75x8.25 inches. Line both images up so that two edges meet. Next, select center vertically from the drop down menu in the tool bar at the top of your canvas. While your image is still highlighted, select weld from the bottom right tool bar in DS. Congrats! Yiuvd just made a layout base! Next is the best part: decorating!! Here’s a list of the products I used today:American Crafts-12x12 Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=6&_sid=e49ce78d2&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Caramel cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-caramel?_pos=1&_sid=2744315b1&_ss=rTombow-Mono multi liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=1797&_sid=12fea9223&_ss=rCocoa Vanilla-Great Escape 6x8 paper stack: scrapbooknerd.com/products/cocoa-vanilla-studio-great-escape-a5-paper-stack?_pos=5&_sid=26d1fd0ef&_ss=r-Great Escape Foam Title stickers: scrapbooknerd.com/products/cocoa-vanilla-studio-great-escape-foam-title-stickers?_pos=4&_sid=26d1fd0ef&_ss=r-Great Escape Puffy stickers: scrapbooknerd.com/products/cocoa-vanilla-studio-great-escape-puffy-stickers?_pos=7&_sid=26d1fd0ef&_ss=rEpson-EcoTank ET2850 All in One printer: staples.ca/products/24495154-en-epson-ecotank-et-2850-colour-all-in-one-printer-8x10 Premium Glossy photo paper: https://a.co/d/0QRhyxsCricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-Ultimate Extra Fine Point pen set (Persimmon): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.html*I also used an off brand Cricut compatible pen for the journalingCricut project link:Scrapbook Nerd DT playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOywMKpZRY8X6NQTAanz5n7-Q
Scrapbook With your Cricut | Traditional Basic Cuts Create With Alison 2024-05-14 | Hello friends, thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my layout inspires you!If you’ve been around here for awhile, you’ll know that I love using my Cricut for manipulating basic shapes + images from their original form (“cut”) to something different (“draw”). That hasn’t changed in this layout; there’s still some basic shapes that were transformed because it works better for me. However, I did use a different technique today: I left the title as a “cut” image. Basically, I’m calling it a “traditional cut”. Traditional, because at one time, Cricut machines would only cut images. They didn’t draw. I stuck with primary colours for my layout, using yellow, green and blue cardstock for the individual letters in the title, and white cardstock for attaching it to. Offset is one of my most favourite Cricut functions for adding borders around shapes and images. I feel like the shape is incomplete without it. Bringing my layout into the 21st century, I used my Cricut for making my own patterned paper. The strip of white cardstock with xoxo written on it was created by repeating a phrase that was drawn on a rectangle strip measuring 0.5x8.25 inches in Design Space. Not only is xoxo repeated, but so are the colours of pens that were used for the writing. Find product links below. In order for this strip of patterned paper to draw and cut in one pass, the first thing you’ll do is group your phrase together, duplicating and adjusting the overall size, as needed. Next, attach it to your rectangle “strip” using “attach”. It’s like the digital form of gluing the two pieces together. Lastly, your image is ready for the drawing and cutting stage. Here’s the products I used today:American Crafts-12x12 Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=90&_sid=7ce5619f8&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Banana cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-banana?_pos=8&_sid=7ce5619f8&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Sapphire cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-sapphire?_pos=17&_sid=7ce5619f8&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Grass cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-grass?_pos=11&_sid=7ce5619f8&_ss=rSimple Stories-Happy Hearts decorative brads: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-happy-hearts-decorative-brads?_pos=1&_sid=1b69c7ea5&_ss=rScrapbook Adhesives-3D foam squares: scrapbooknerd.com/products/scrapbook-adhesives-3d-foam-squares-217-pcs?_pos=4&_sid=3a6afdc74&_ss=rTombow-mono multi liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=2&_sid=728a07dff&_ss=rTonic Studios-Nuvo Aqua shimmer pen: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tonic-studios-nuvo-aqua-shimmer-pen-glitter-gloss-pens-2-pk?_pos=2&_sid=b4ca71eea&_ss=rEpson-EcoTank ET2850 All in One colour printer: staples.ca/products/24495154-en-epson-ecotank-et-2850-colour-all-in-one-printer-4x6 premium glossy photo paper: staples.ca/products/602190-en-epson-premium-glossy-photo-paper-borderless-4-x-6-100-packCricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-Ultimate Extra Fine point pen set (Raspberry, Midnight Blue, Bright Green, Mustard, Cardinal Red, Fuschia): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.html* An off-brand Cricut compatible pen set was used, as well (Black and Grey)Cricut Made playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyyYrE2vFJIWjJkAvTszDdA8Cricut project link: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/662591dfff626e0323bc42bb
iNSD | Monochromatic Layout Create With Alison 2024-05-05 | Hello friends! Happy revenge of the 5th, and international scrapbooking day (well, weekend). I hope you’re finding time to get crafty. If you’ve hit a creative roadblock, if even if you’re not sure where to start, consider this: monochromatic colour schemes. I created a single page 6x8 layout using shades in the brown family, as challenge inspiration for the online iNSD crop over in Scrapbook Nerd’s Facebook group. You’ll find the group link below. Maybe it’ll jumpstart your creative mojo, too.I turned to Simple Stories to help me pull this layout together, some of which is no longer available (such as the strip of floral patterned paper), and some that still is. The layout base consists of black cardstock cut to 6x8 inches, and wood grain patterned paper cut 0.25 inches square smaller. The wood grain patterned paper is from Simple Stories’ Colour Vibe collection. Everything you need to know will be linked below. (By the way, the polka dot patterned paper, which completes the base layer, is from SS Life Captured 12x12 collection kit).I used my Cricut to write my journaling on the second wood grain patterned paper, using grey ink, as well as aiding in creating a little word phrase and drawing the hanging plant baskets next to the title. Which, was also cut with my Cricut. As you’ll notice, there’s a lot of brown going on. Rather than using the same shade layered over each other to achieve the monochromatic look, I chose to use colours in sort of ascending order within the neutral/brown colour family. In this case, ‘ascending’ means from darkest shade to lightest. There’s a range of colours from black, to brown grey (griege), and even a touch of brown gold. In my opinion, it works really well to frame the photo, with its bright and vivid colours. The burgundy in my Silver Inch plant provides an incredibly satisfying contrast to the neutral shades. (Not to forget the green, either).If you’re in the creative mood today, consider playing along with us over on Facebook: there’s a lot of challenges and games posted to get you going. Scrapbook Nerd FB:These are the products I used today:American Crafts-12x12 Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=3&_sid=27327323e&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Black cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-black?_pos=1&_sid=7f36627a4&_ss=r* I also used CTMH Mink cardstock; however, it is no longer available, and I have not found an alternative cardstock yet)Simple Stories-12x12 Colour Vibe Woods patterned cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-colour-vibe-woods-12-x-12-cardstock-kit?_pos=14&_sid=59b78c8e7&_ss=r-12x12 Life Captured Collection kit: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-life-captured-12-x-12-collection-kit?_pos=7&_sid=00c5f2ed8&_ss=rTombow-Mono multi liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=2&_sid=64d008378&_ss=rCricut-Explore 3: -Ultimate Extra Fine point pen set (Americano): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.html*ENABLER ALERT 🚨 : THIS PEN SET IS CURRENTLY 50% OFF ON CRICUT’S WEBSITE. $28 reg. $60 *The grey pen is from a Cricut compatible off brand pen set (if you’re wondering, it’s currently unavailable on Amazon, which is why I am not linking it)Epson-EcoTank ET2850 All in One printer: staples.ca/products/24495154-en-epson-ecotank-et-2850-colour-all-in-one-printer-4x6 Premium Glossy photo paper: staples.ca/products/602190-en-epson-premium-glossy-photo-paper-borderless-4-x-6-100-packSpectrum Noir-Essential Blends Triblend markers (Citrus Green, Grey Brown): https://a.co/d/5GAGD8T-Deep Blends Triblend markers (Gold Brown, Muted Brown): https://a.co/d/2rC2b68Scrapbook Nerd playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOywMKpZRY8X6NQTAanz5n7-QCricut Project Link: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/6631b8ec7375bdbd75b5f4e8
Scrapbook with Your Cricut | About Last Month Create With Alison 2024-05-02 | Hello friends, thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my layout inspired you!Another month has come + gone, which means it’s time for another About Last Month layout. I am playing along with About Last Month, a summative form of memory keeping developed by Layle Koncar. This layout is my April entry; it was also created for Scrapbook Nerd (since I was up to bat earlier this week.)This is a single page 6x8 hybrid layout, created using Simple Stories Wildflower and my Cricut. My Cricut was used primarily for the journaling, which is formatted in numerical point form. This style of journaling is perfect for utilizing die cut numbers and alphas in your stash. I chose to use some of the numerical die cuts for the bullet points in my layout. It felt great finding a way to use them in a way that makes sense for my style of documenting! (I usually either a: hang on to them for an absurdly long time before donating them, or b: hanging on to them for an absurdly long time before tossing them in the recycling). Anyone else?The patterned papers in this layout is an eclectic mix of old + new, with the base layer coming from the Wildflower 6x8 paper pad. The cardstock mat has a stitched border around it that was drawn with my Cricut when the rectangle shape was cut. Theres an embellishment cluster in the top right that consists of die cuts + a chipboard sticker from Wildflower. There’s an itty bitty cluster on the number 3, and then, of course, are my bullet points and journaling. Each bullet point has a heading that was drawn with a different colour pen. Taking my cue from English class way long ago, I used it as a way to summarize each paragraph. I also think it adds visual interest to the layout. Imma do it again, I think. Lastly, the cardstock is from CTMH (RIP), and is like an off- white colour. (I want to call it Colonial White, but I’m not certain that’s the correct name). Since CTMH is no longer with us, I can’t link their products anymore. Therefore, I’ll link a similar cardstock below, along with the other supplies I used in this layout. These are the products I used today:American Crafts-12x12 Textured Bazzill Fourz French Vanilla cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/bazzill-mono-12-x-12-textured-cardstock-french-vanilla?_pos=455&_sid=812cb0b18&_ss=rTombow-Mono multi liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=2&_sid=d97b74ecb&_ss=rSimple Stories-Wildflower Floral Bits + Pieces: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-wildflower-floral-bits-pieces?_pos=9&_sid=f0ab19a86&_ss=r-Wildflower Decorative brads: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-wildflower-decorative-brads?_pos=13&_sid=f0ab19a86&_ss=r-Wildflower Journal Bits: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-wildflower-journal-bits?_pos=5&_sid=f0ab19a86&_ss=r-Wildflower Bits + Pieces: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-wildflower-journal-bits?_pos=5&_sid=f0ab19a86&_ss=r-Wildflower 6x8 paper pad: embellishaway.ca/products/simple-stories-double-sided-paper-pad-6x8-wildflower?_pos=1&_sid=5bf1d0352&_ss=rCricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-Ultimate extra fine point pen set (Bright Teal): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.html-*The dark grey pen is from an off brand Cricut compatible pen setScrapbook Adhesives-3D foam squares: scrapbooknerd.com/products/scrapbook-adhesives-3d-foam-squares-217-pcs?_pos=5&_sid=effda696d&_ss=rTonic Studios-Nuvo Aqua clear shimmer pen: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tonic-studios-nuvo-aqua-shimmer-pen-glitter-gloss-pens-2-pk?_pos=3&_sid=5c18fe402&_ss=rScrapbook Nerd DT playlist:Cricut project file:
Scrapbooking With Your Cricut: (Partial) Solar Eclipse Create With Alison 2024-04-19 | Hi friends, thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my layout inspires you! Unlike my path of totality friends, I live in a part of the world that only got to experience a partial solar eclipse. I googled some hacks for viewing it safely, but I completely missed it 😕 I was a bit bummed about it- until I saw a post on Facebook from a well known weatherman in our area, looking for snaps of the eclipse. The posts did not disappoint! This is how today’s layout was born!*Disclaimer: the photos in my layout are not my own. They belong to Richard Covey and Kevin Fuhr, both residents of Edmonton, AB. Aren’t they fantastic?!I used my Cricut for all the digi parts, and paired that with older products from Simple Stories and Cocoa Vanilla (No Limits). In the pocket page are three photos; the photo in the top pockets was printed at 6x4 inches then trimmed in half to make two 3x4 photos. The second photo was printed at 3x4 inches. In the last pocket, is a journal card that I created using my Cricut to cut the scallop mat and draw + cut the sun; the die cuts comes from No Limits.Page two of this double page layout is a Traveller’s Notebook layout, measuring 5.5x8.25. The base of the layout was cut from white cardstock using my Cricut. The journaling was attached to the scallop mat, then drawn and cut together. The title is an image I used that another Cricut creative made; I converted her image to draw then attached it with offset so that I could add colour to it with alcohol markers. I also manipulated the image to reflect my partial view of the eclipse and change up the date a bit. Other than the little camera at the bottom of the layout, all the embellishing is from No Limits. I’m so thrilled with this layout. It came out so good! Since I used older collections to create my layout, I will only link products that are still available. You’ll find those below.Here’s what I used to create this layout:American Crafts -12x12 White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=26&_sid=c00d58dc6&_ss=r-12x12 Lemon cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-lemon?_pos=33&_sid=c00d58dc6&_ss=rTombow-Mono multi liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=2&_sid=2c3be3582&_ss=rEpson-ET2850 EcoTank All in one colour printer: staples.ca/products/24495154-en-epson-ecotank-et-2850-colour-all-in-one-printer-6x4 premium glossy photo paper: staples.ca/products/602190-en-epson-premium-glossy-photo-paper-borderless-4-x-6-100-packCricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-ultimate extra fine point pen set (Midnight): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.html*The black pen is from an off brand Cricut compatible pen setSpectrum Noir -Essentials Triblend marker set (Grey Brown and Citrus Yellow): https://a.co/d/hVXVswx-Deep Blends Triblend marker set (Antique Pink): https://a.co/d/7KxOKySCricut Made playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyyYrE2vFJIWjJkAvTszDdA8Cricut project file: design.cricut.com/#/landing/project-detail/6616e348b139b606cb68d919
Scrapbooking With Your Cricut: Easter Edition | SN Design Team Create With Alison 2024-04-19 | Hi friends, today’s video is a quickie, because my layout was super easy to make! It’s a pocket page layout that’s going inside a page protector with four 3x4 pockets in it; three of the four pockets hold photos and the last pocket holds the title card. This layout is a recap of what our Easter looked like- spending the afternoon in the city with my parents and sister. I used patterned papers from Simple Stories and Cocoa Vanilla, and die cuts + puffy stickers from CVS Happy Days to create the title/journal card. I also relied on my Cricut to help me customize the card with the Easter theme: it drew and cut the bunny and title. I then coloured those images in (the bunny fits perfectly, because a white hare was hanging around their place when we were there.) Here’s the products I used today:American Crafts-Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=1&_sid=69ca14e12&_ss=rSimple Stories-Good Stuff 6x8 patterned paper: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-good-stuff-6-x-8-paper-pad?_pos=5&_sid=a9ffd882c&_ss=rCocoa Vanilla Studio-Happy Days 6x8 paper stack: scrapbooknerd.com/products/cocoa-vanilla-studio-happy-days-a5-paper-stack?_pos=1&_sid=8e499ae8b&_ss=r-Happy Days puffy stickers: scrapbooknerd.com/products/cocoa-vanilla-studio-happy-days-puffy-stickers?_pos=6&_sid=8e499ae8b&_ss=rScrapbook Adhesives-3D Foam squares: scrapbooknerd.com/products/scrapbook-adhesives-3d-foam-squares-217-pcs?_pos=5&_sid=7b3e3f12f&_ss=rTombow-mono multi liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=2&_sid=8a6be9602&_ss=rVicki Boutin-6x8 Print Shop album set: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-print-shop-6-x-8-album-set?_pos=1&_sid=e5586b2e4&_ss=r-6x8 page protectors: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-6-x-8-page-protectors?_pos=1&_sid=c0aa5325b&_ss=rEpson-ET2850 EcoTank All in One Colour printer: staples.ca/products/24495154-en-epson-ecotank-et-2850-colour-all-in-one-printer-6x4 Premium Glossy photo paper: staples.ca/products/602190-en-epson-premium-glossy-photo-paper-borderless-4-x-6-100-packCricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-Ultimate Extra Fine Point pen set (Ultraviolet): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.html*Both black and white + green pens come from an off brand Cricut compatible pen set from AmazonSpectrum Noir-Essentials TriBlend markers: https://a.co/d/icCaMko-Deep Shades TriBlend markers: https://a.co/d/388eZ6wCricut Made playlist:Scrapbook Nerd DT Playlist:Cricut project file:
Scrapbooking With Your Cricut | 6x8 Pocket Page Create With Alison 2024-04-11 | Hello friends, thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my layout inspires you!In this video, I’ll create a hybrid pocket page scrapbook layout using minimal supplies: a few pens, cardstock, and patterned paper. Your printer (if you print photos at home) and your Cricut will do all the hard work for you! I began with printing my photo at 6x8 inches. Then, I trimmed it half horizontally. I assembled the floral embellishments before I even began recording my video just so that the little pieces don’t walk off with the felines. It’s been known to happen. I used liquid glue to adhere all those bits + pieces. Next, I glued the scallop cardstock circle to the two smaller, concentric circles. The floral pieces and the circles were cut with my explore 3; with the Draw function, I added journaling using my Explore 3 and dark brown Cricut pen. The journaling is grouped to the smallest circle (the journal mat) using Attach. The middle circle was cut from patterned paper (I’m crushing hard on this particular pattern recently).Fun fact: the tiny floral pattern in the patterned paper circle inspired the floral clusters I cut with my Cricut. In the Image Library, I searched for flowers that looked similar to the pattern then used those to create clusters. The smaller of the two clusters was adhered to the layout with a combination of foam adhesive + liquid glue- that was after the journal mat was glued to the photo and trimmed horizontally. The journal spot interacts with the bottom and top of both parts of the photo. The larger embellishment was attached directly to the photo with liquid glue, then the title was attached overtop with foam squares + liquid glue.The finishing touch is a couple drawn + cut heart images. The hearts were drawn with black ink, and attached using Offset. Once they were glued to the layout, I coloured them on using an alcohol marker. All products- that are still available online- are listed below:American Crafts-12x12 White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=22&_sid=aa87320c0&_ss=r-12x12 Sand cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-sand?_pos=11&_sid=aa87320c0&_ss=r-12x12 Vanilla cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-vanilla?_pos=14&_sid=aa87320c0&_ss=r-12x12 Butter cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-butter?_pos=27&_sid=aa87320c0&_ss=r-12x12 Spinach cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-spinach?_pos=31&_sid=aa87320c0&_ss=rScrapbook Adhesives-3D Foam Squares: scrapbooknerd.com/products/scrapbook-adhesives-3d-foam-squares-217-pcs?_pos=5&_sid=3288b37cc&_ss=rTombow-mono multi liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=2&_sid=c3032226a&_ss=rVicki Boutin -6x8 Print Shop album set: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-print-shop-6-x-8-album-set?_pos=1&_sid=adcaac726&_ss=r-6x8 page protectors: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-6-x-8-page-protectors?_pos=1&_sid=2fd926f46&_ss=rCricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-ultimate extra fine point pen set (Americano, Tawny): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.html*off brand Cricut compatible black fine point penEpson-EcoTank ET2850 All in One Colour printer: -Premium Glossy 8.5x11 photo paper: https://a.co/d/eWdssEKSpectrum Noir Triblend markers-Vintage Blue blend: https://a.co/d/icr4mhACricut Made playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyyYrE2vFJIWjJkAvTszDdA8Cricut project file link: design.cricut.com/#/landing/project-detail/65f3eabaa319f3a53f092e71
Scrapbook With Your Cricut | March About Last Month Create With Alison 2024-04-05 | Hi friends, thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my layout inspires you!In this video, I’ll create a 6x8 hybrid double page layout using Cocoa Vanilla Studio Happy Days, in combination with Cricut digi work. I created this layout with a couple things in mind: first, it’s my March About Last Month layout; secondly, it was created for the weekly scrapbook challenge over at Scrapbook Nerd (in the Facebook group). The theme was Easter!To create the title on page A, I welded several components together to make the journal mat. I began by choosing the fonts I liked best (in this case, a mix of script and typewriter). After typing each word in those fonts, I adjusted the sizes so that “hello” nestled in the downward swoop of the letter M in “March”. I grouped them together using Attach, then attached the entire title with Offset (0.1 inches, for those that gotta know). Next, I duplicated the offset image- this is what will make the journal mat possible. I’ll explain that in a minute. After searching the DS image gallery for a page divider, I adjusted the size until I was happy with it, duplicated it and shrank it down by 0.25 inches square. Next, I converted the smaller image to Draw, centred it over the larger cut version of the page divider, then selected Attach. With all that done, now it can be put together. Remember the two titles we created? We’re going to choose one of them- it doesn’t matter which, and we’re going to ungroup it. The only part of it that we want is the offset. Take the offset, and centre it over the journal mat. Be sure to leave enough of the offset hanging off the top of the journal mat so that everything will remain securely together. Once it’s centred, select Weld. Now, your journal mat should have a funky word bubble growing out the top of it. Ungroup the second of the two titles, delete the offset in that image, and centre the drawn part of the image (hello March) HORIZONTALLY. If you do it vertically, it’ll drop your title to the centre of the mat. We don’t want that. lol. When you have the drawn title centred on the offset that’s welded to the top of your journal mat, select Attach. From here, you can edit the pen colours, if you so choose. I do it at this point so that I’m not sorting it out when it’s time to hit Make. (I also choose to change the colours of the shapes in my designs, so that I can keep everything straight in my brain so there’s no ‘eew, I don’t like that’ down the road). I have used this technique in my crafting before, and it’s a fave. Once I had my custom journal mat designed, I went ahead and added my journaling to it, using strawberries as bullet points. (Strawberries are images found in the Happy Days collection, which is why I used them. The die cuts were too big, and there weren’t enough to make all my bullet points. So, they were drawn). Although I didn’t replicate the title work for page B, I did leave the patterned paper layering and the rest of the journal mat (in its natural form) the same. The main reason for that basically boils down to flow. The title catches your eye, along with the bright and cheerful patterns and colours, and draws your eye through both pages. Design principles 101, right there. However, page B differs in that I added a small photo and gnomes as decoration. The gnomes both tie into the March aspect of the theme: one is dressed like a bunny, for Easter, and the other is a nod to St. Patrick’s Day. For the journaling, I added two more bullet points, then added my customary monthly highlights at the bottom of the journal mat. Both pages will be going inside page protectors in my mini album. I hope my tutorial made sense to you! As always, if anything is unclear, leave me a comment and let me know. I’ll do my best to clarify. If you made it this far, I applaud you. I have a knack for being long-winded lol!And…because I was so long winded, I have no space left for sharing the products I used lol! If you really need to know, send me a message. I’ll fill you in!Cricut Project Link: design.cricut.com/#/landing/project-detail/6605db38612a1912a03af9f8Cricut Made Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyyYrE2vFJIWjJkAvTszDdA8Scrapbook Nerd DT Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOywMKpZRY8X6NQTAanz5n7-QAbout Last Month Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyxNYH3ciGtLbHUx5v0G7hhQ
Scrapbook with Your Cricut | 6x8 Pocket Page Layout Create With Alison 2024-03-31 | Happy Easter, friends! And, welcome back to my channel. I hope the layout I’ll share today inspires you!The layout I’m sharing today, was designed in Cricut DS, then cut (and drawn) with my Explore 3. I actually created it for the March Making challenge in DS: I used the font BFC Fashion Statement in the title and in the welcome sign on the door image in the top journal card. This pocket page layout measures 6x8 inches, and features two 6x4 pockets. The top pocket is divided in half vertically, making each side 3x4 inches. The front door vignette makes up the first half, and my photo the second. I printed my photo at home, using my Epson EcoTank printer. It’s also edited to black and white. The bottom 6x4 journal card was actually my starting point. My goal was to replicate the farmhouse home decor trend with paper- and I’m pretty excited about achieving it! (Farmhouse styling is my home decor goals, y’all. I even found the perfect quote in DS that I need to put on a wall somewhere in my house: Farmhouse-ish. A farmhouse without the actual farm.) Ha! Isn’t it great?! I just adore the willow tree, which is a draw and cut image. To add a bit more interest to it, I added the girl on a swing silhouette and a farmhouse silhouette that’s a combination of draw and cut. The title is layered overtop. In addition to making my layout “farmhouse”, I had the song ‘Dust on My Boots’ by Jon Pardi running through my brain- particularly the lyrics ‘Might have a little dust on my boots/Don’t worry babe, I’ll kick them off on the porch’. This- because my husbands’ western style steel toed boots are front and centre in my (new) shoe bench in my porch (front entrance, actually, but you get the point). The whole layout just makes me giggle. It all works and I’m pretty in love with it. Here’s the products I used today:Tombow-mono multi liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=2&_sid=45fbb30dd&_ss=rScrapbook Adhesives-3D foam squares: scrapbooknerd.com/products/scrapbook-adhesives-3d-foam-squares-217-pcs?_pos=5&_sid=2a8e77198&_ss=rAmerican Crafts 12x12 cardstock-Black: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-black?_pos=1&_sid=0d7e3326a&_ss=r-Straw: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-straw?_pos=1&_sid=883f2f647&_ss=r-Leaf: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-leaf?_pos=1&_sid=8dcd07cfc&_ss=r-White: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=1&_sid=eb75bf83e&_ss=r-Bazzill Walnut Cream: scrapbooknerd.com/products/bazzill-12-x-12-smoothies-cardstock-walnut-cream?_pos=100&_sid=9350caeda&_ss=r-Coffee: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-coffee?_pos=64&_sid=9350caeda&_ss=rSpectrum Noir TriBlend Markers:-Essential Blends: https://a.co/d/62MNuko-Deep Shades: https://a.co/d/fiT0oVHCricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-Ultimate Extra Fine Point pen set (Americano): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.html*I also used off brand Cricut compatible pens in Black, Olive Green and GreyEpson-ET2850 EcoTank All in One Colour printer: staples.ca/products/24495154-en-epson-ecotank-et-2850-colour-all-in-one-printer-6x4 Premium Glossy photo paper (available online): staples.ca/products/602190-en-epson-premium-glossy-photo-paper-borderless-4-x-6-100-pack Cricut Project Link:Cricut Made Playlist:
Scrapbooking With Your Cricut | 6x8 Pocket Page Create With Alison 2024-03-19 | Hi friends, thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my layout inspires you! As always, my creative process starts with sketching my design in Cricut DS; once I’m happy with my design, I use my Explore 3 to draw the things and cut the papers! The layout I created today is a 6x8 pocket page sporting two 3x4 photos and a single 6x4 journal card. The photos were printed at home; one was converted to black and white, and the other left in colour. The only reason the one photo was edited was because the colours in it would’ve competed with the colours in my journal card. Can’t have that happen! Besides the patterned papers on the far right edge of the journal card, everything else was created digitally. The sub title, tiny heart in the top centre of the card, the journaling, gnomes and text box was all drawn using my Cricut. All the colourable images were coloured with alcohol markers. As promised, here’s the dimensions for the journal card:-12x12 Rainbow paper: 2x4 inches-6x8 Yellow dot patterned paper: 1x4 inches-6x8 Diamond patterned paper: 0.5x4 inches*The scallop border was punched using an EK Success punch-12x12 white cardstock mat: 4x4 inches All of this information is included in the Cricut project file. Link below.These are the products I used today:American Crafts-12x12 Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=27&_sid=e6e26e969&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Key Lime cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-key-lime?_pos=1966&_sid=dc8fff97d&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Mustard cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-mustard?_pos=1&_sid=f1c918ffe&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Cherry cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-cherry?_pos=1991&_sid=dc8fff97d&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Black cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-black?_pos=1&_sid=fdccb9199&_ss=rTombow-Mono Multi Liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=2&_sid=af3773bd5&_ss=rScrapbook Adhesives-3D Foam Squares: scrapbooknerd.com/products/scrapbook-adhesives-3d-foam-squares-217-pcs?_pos=5&_sid=51b075624&_ss=rVicki Boutin-6x8 page protectors: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-6-x-8-page-protectors?_pos=95&_sid=dc8fff97d&_ss=r-6x8 Print Shop album set: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-print-shop-6-x-8-album-set?_pos=679&_sid=dc8fff97d&_ss=rTonic Studios-Nuvo Aqua Clear Shimmer pen: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tonic-studios-nuvo-aqua-shimmer-pen-glitter-gloss-pens-2-pk?_pos=1775&_sid=dc8fff97d&_ss=rCricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-Ultimate Extra Fine Point pen set (Deep Teal, Mustard): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.html*The black pen is from an off brand Cricut compatible pen setSpectrum Noir Triblend markers:-Essential Blends: https://a.co/d/9r7r5MD-Deep Blends: https://a.co/d/27syLJdEpson-ET2850 EcoTank All in One colour printer: staples.ca/products/24495154-en-epson-ecotank-et-2850-colour-all-in-one-printer-6x4 Premium Glossy photo paper: staples.ca/products/602190-en-epson-premium-glossy-photo-paper-borderless-4-x-6-100-packCTMH-12x12 Papaya cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=15537-12x12 Lemonade cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=12470-12x12 Glacier cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=10268-12x12 Lagoon cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=10258Cricut Made playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyyYrE2vFJIWjJkAvTszDdA8Cricut project file: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/65ef5cdf28708a4e4012ca98
Scrapbooking with Your Cricut | Single Page Layout Create With Alison 2024-03-18 | Hi friends, thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope I’ve inspired you to try crafting with your Cricut!In this video, I will create a single page layout measuring 5x8.25 inches, solely with my Cricut. The only physical products in this particular layout are older patterned papers from Simple Stories and Stampin’ Up!Like all my layouts, I began this layout by designing it (or sketching it, if you will), in Cricut design space before creating it. During cutting, the white cardstock mat got caught up with the blade (classic example of a worn cutting mat), causing it to crumple up. Frustrating, for sure, but is it really destined for the trash?No! Because the damage was contained to just the top bit of the mat, I decided to try working with it. As it turns out, the photo on this layout (measuring 4.75x3.75 inches), covered it up perfectly. Adding more papers behind it, and finally the base layer, helped to flatten it further. As time goes on, it’ll flatten further inside my mini album. This layout will go into my album as it is- no page protector required. What is Cricut made in this layout? Well, I feel like it’s rather obvious (😅)- such as the plant images and the journaling- but did you know I also use my Cricut for creating digital patterned papers? The green cardstock mat has a grid pattern in it- created by converting a basic cut image (the grid) to draw, duplicating it and attaching it all together (my OCD kicks in here. I try keeping the grid as square as possible- stretched out and more rectangular shaped irritates me). The entire new image is then centered and attached to a rectangle shape in DS. This method allows the entire image to draw and cut simultaneously. I also like using my Cricut for converting basic cut images (such as plants, cats and bows) to draw. Generally, I use a fine point black pen for any images I want coloured in. Currently, that pen is an off-brand Cricut compatible pen. After the Cricut has done the work for me, I colour them in with my alcohol markers (I’m partial to Spectrum Noir TriBlend markers). A great way to add additional colour and interest to your layout is by creating text boxes in a coordinating colour (complimenting your colour scheme), and writing your journaling using different fonts and coloured pens. In this layout, I chose to use two different fonts, alternating the colours with the font style. For example, the scripty font was written with green and dark brown pens. The test of the text was drawn using the same green pen as the title. Additional notes: the base patterned paper mat measures 4.75x8.25 inches; each mat layered overtop are 0.25 inches square smaller than the base mat. (So, 4.5x8 and 4.25x7.75 inches). The photo was converted to black and white at printing. I print all my photos at home with an Epson EcoTank colour printer. Here’s the products I used today:American Crafts-12x12 Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=1&_sid=961cc2f6e&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Leaf cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-leaf?_pos=1&_sid=e13856a13&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Mustard cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-mustard?_pos=1&_sid=69483fef1&_ss=rTombow-Mono Multi Liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=1&_sid=dc91ce8ef&_ss=rScrapbook Adhesives-3D foam squares: scrapbooknerd.com/products/scrapbook-adhesives-3d-foam-squares-217-pcs?_pos=5&_sid=ec44519a1&_ss=rTonic Studios-Nuvo Aqua Clear shimmer pen: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tonic-studios-nuvo-aqua-shimmer-pen-glitter-gloss-pens-2-pk?_pos=2&_sid=227a525cb&_ss=rCricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-Ultimate Extra Fine Point pen set (Americano): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.html*The green pen is from an off brand Cricut compatible setEpson-EcoTank ET2850 All in One Colour printer: staples.ca/products/24495154-en-epson-ecotank-et-2850-colour-all-in-one-printer-4x6 Premium Glossy photo paper: staples.ca/products/602190-en-epson-premium-glossy-photo-paper-borderless-4-x-6-100-packSpectrum Noir-Essential Blends: https://a.co/d/2LalNhZ-Deep Blends: https://a.co/d/bAF15oECricut Made playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyyYrE2vFJIWjJkAvTszDdA8Cricut project file:
Scrapbooking With A Cricut | 6x8 Pocket Page | Scrapbook Nerd DT Create With Alison 2024-03-15 | Hi friends, thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my layout inspires you!In this video, I will create a hybrid pocket page layout using new (and old!) Simple Stories. I focused on using My Story, then pulled in stickers and ephemera from other, older collections. I parted from my usual style of scrapbooking and created an outdoor scene in the first pocket card (there’s two pockets in the page protector I used today)- that is befitting of a garden party, which is the theme of the online crop Scrapbook Nerd is hosting online this weekend. The link to their Facebook group is provided below. The scene I created in the pocket card is symbolic of the scene in the photo I used- which is my bridal bouquet on the running board of an old farm truck. My wedding was the perfect topic for our crop this weekend. So, the scene I created became the basis for my challenge in our crop: I created a list of options, most of which are found in my layout, that will hopefully jumpstart your mojo. You only need to choose 3 items from the list, but you’re welcome to choose more if you feel compelled to! You’ll find my challenge- and the rest of the design teams’ challenges- in the Crop album on Facebook. All the fine details are laid out there. I hope you join us! Here’s the products I used today:American Crafts-12x12 Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=1&_sid=7d8222961&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Robin’s Egg cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-robins-egg?_pos=94&_sid=aafe874f8&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Straw cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-straw?_pos=1&_sid=db5db2559&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Smoke cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-smoke?_pos=1&_sid=afa029e39&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Leaf cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-leaf?_pos=32&_sid=a2ccd42fd&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Key Lime cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-key-lime?_pos=40&_sid=a2ccd42fd&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Grass cardstock:Vicki Boutin-Print Shop 6x8 Album set: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-print-shop-6-x-8-album-set?_pos=1&_sid=d50cd5d55&_ss=r-6x8 Page protectors: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-6-x-8-page-protectors?_pos=1&_sid=256bce084&_ss=rSimple Stories-My Story Decorative Brads: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-my-story-decorative-brads?_pos=24&_sid=992256621&_ss=r-My Story Floral Bits: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-my-story-floral-bits-pieces?_pos=26&_sid=992256621&_ss=r-My Story Enamel dots: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-my-story-enamel-dots?_pos=4&_sid=992256621&_ss=r-Wildflower Bits + Pieces: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-wildflower-bits-pieces?_pos=12&_sid=1e97f79f9&_ss=rTombow-Mono Multi Liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=2&_sid=a1eb0241b&_ss=rTonic Studios-Nuvo Aqua Shimmer pen: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tonic-studios-nuvo-aqua-shimmer-pen-glitter-gloss-pens-2-pk?_pos=2&_sid=cc2b586c8&_ss=rCricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-Ultimate Extra Fine Point pen set (Huckleberry): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.htmlEpson-EcoTank 2850 All in One printer: staples.ca/products/24495154-en-epson-ecotank-et-2850-colour-all-in-one-printer-6x4 premium glossy photo paper:staples.ca/products/602190-en-epson-premium-glossy-photo-paper-borderless-4-x-6-100-pack Scrapbook Nerd Facebook group + Online crop album: -FB: facebook.com/groups/1219853481407188/?ref=share_group_link-Garden Party Crop album: facebook.com/share/nHoCHEYqGrDVgd6J/?*You must be a member of the group in order to get cropping with us!Scrapbook Nerd Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOywMKpZRY8X6NQTAanz5n7-QCricut project link: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/65e2ad4d1d52d57c69d54383
Hybrid Scrapbooking With Your Cricut | About Last Month Create With Alison 2024-03-08 | Hello friends, welcome back to my channel. Thanks for choosing to share part of your day with me. In this video, I will create a single page hybrid pocket page layout using my Cricut Explore 3 and older patterned papers from CTMH.The patterned papers compose the base of each (2) 6x4 card. If you’re low on a particular paper, like I was, and want to stretch and conserve it, trim it into strips (any size) then adhere them to each end of your cardstock base. To hide the gap between the patterned paper strips, attach a cardstock mat layer, a photo, or your title/journal mat. No one will ever know you cheated! 😉 A scallop cardstock border and strip of washi tape is adhered to the left edge of both cards with liquid glue (the washi tape, especially, needed a helping hand. It felt as though its adhesive had dried out). It overlays the title and journal mats in both cards so it flows nicely and appears to be one unit even though it’s shared between two pockets. Both the journal and title mats were created in DS then drawn and cut using my Explore 3. I used Cricut pens that closely matched the colours in the patterned paper strips. To make things interesting, I alternated the colours in each part/bullet point to mimic the alternating colour stripes in the patterned paper. I’m very pleased with the way it turned out! And- how about them drawn floral bullet points? Gorgeous!!The large floral embellishment was also cut with my Cricut, including each of the tiny white flowers that are scattered around it. After drawing + cutting the title (attaching it with offset so it essentially becomes a word bubble), I coloured it in with a navy blue Spectrum Noir marker. Product links are listed below. Oh- one last thing. I struggle (in all caps) with the colour purple in my crafting. I feel like it’s under loved in the crafting community, and I often try to incorporate it in my projects. The fact you don’t see it often in my crafting, is because I generally fail at making it work. In this case, however, there was no questioning using purple. There was no other alternative. Amethyst is the birthstone of February babies (of which mine are); it was a no brainer to utilize purple hues. I think I nailed it 😁 What do you think?These are the products I used today:American Crafts-12x12 Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=1&_sid=56b075316&_ss=rVicki Boutin-6x8 Print Shop Album set: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-print-shop-6-x-8-album-set?_pos=7&_sid=7c66207ae&_ss=r-6x8 page protectors: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-6-x-8-page-protectors?_pos=95&_sid=402f7d516&_ss=r*the washi tape I mentioned is no longer available in the Scrapbook Nerd shopTonic-Nuvo Aqua Clear Shimmer pen: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tonic-studios-nuvo-aqua-shimmer-pen-glitter-gloss-pens-2-pk?_pos=7&_sid=7e135653a&_ss=rTombow-Mono Multi Liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=2&_sid=21f484b4f&_ss=rCTMH-12x12 Glacier cardstock: closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=10268-12x12 Sapphire cardstock: closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=10247-12x12 Sage cardstock: closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=12479-12x12 Black cardstock: closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=12612-12x12 Mulberry cardstock: closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=15535*The deepest shade of purple (that’s inlaid inside the large flower die cut) is no longer available; same goes for the tiny flowers’ leaves** Insider information: CTMH is closing their doors forever. Thn, dont walk to your smart device, and stock up before it’s too late! Cricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html- Ultimate Extra Fine Point pen set (Midnight Blue):-Peacock Gel pen set (Purple):*Im unable to turn up any results in a google search for Antique/Jewel pens (Wine)*Off-brand compatible pens (olive green, pale pink)Spectrum Noir -True Blue Shades Triblend Marker: https://a.co/d/gGRMIROCricut Made Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyyYrE2vFJIWjJkAvTszDdA8Cricut Project file: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/65d6cbc6720a25e3cf2a7ca7
Scrapbook With Your Cricut | Double Page Layout | Simple Stories Create With Alison 2024-03-04 | Hello friends, welcome back to my channel. I hope my layout inspires you! In this video, I’ll create a double page hybrid scrapbook layout for Scrapbook Nerd using Simple Stories patterned papers and my Cricut (for the digital components).This layout is comprised of two different layout styles- one half is a 6x8 pocket page and the other half is a TN inspired layout measuring 5.5x8.25 inches. The pocket page came together very quickly- three of the four pockets store photos, and the last pocket stores the journal card. I made the card myself, using my paper trimmer to cut the base of the card; I used my Cricut to cut the decorative border from the green patterned paper. The Cricut was also used to draw and cut the floral image. I followed the same process for creating the white cardstock mat with the short phrase written on it. Creating page 2, the TN size layout, was more involved. It occurred to me that creating a spine that sits outside the decorated portion of the layout would be beneficial. It’s beneficial for two reasons: first, nothing pretty is sacrificed in favour of holes for placement in my album. Secondly, I’ll gain an extra 0.75 inches of space, which means more pretties and space for words. Here’s how I created the TN layout base: in Cricut DS, I attached two rectangle shapes measuring 4.75x8.25 and 0.75x7.5 inches together using weld. The portion of the new image that measures 7.5 high is the spine- specifically for punching holes in. The rest of the base- the 4.75x8.25 becomes the empty canvas where the layout design goes. How did I not think of this before?! It’s genius, and I’ll utilize this method from now on. That’s my DUH moment of the week 🤪I used these products in today’s layout:American Crafts-12x12 White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=1&_sid=7c517ceac&_ss=r-12x12 Peach cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-peach?_pos=1&_sid=bca5b983e&_ss=r-12x12 Leaf cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-leaf?_pos=1&_sid=81d65d564&_ss=r-12x12 Storm cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-storm?_pos=1&_sid=96cfb70a4&_ss=r-12x12 Blush cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-blush?_pos=1&_sid=7e128c1ea&_ss=r-12x12 Robin’s Egg cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-robins-egg?_pos=1&_sid=9a7bb0705&_ss=r-12x12 Vanilla cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-vanilla?_pos=1&_sid=1a364fb47&_ss=rSimple Stories-Life Captured 6x8 patterned paper pad: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-life-captured-6-x-8-double-sided-paper-pad?_pos=8&_sid=84710bb6a&_ss=rVicki Boutin-6x8 Print Shop album set: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-print-shop-6-x-8-album-set?_pos=1&_sid=2ab2f4b02&_ss=r-6x8 page protectors: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-6-x-8-page-protectors?_pos=1&_sid=b82121b72&_ss=rTombow-Mono Multi liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=2&_sid=8ee0ea198&_ss=rNuvo-Aqua Shimmer Pen: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tonic-studios-nuvo-aqua-shimmer-pen-glitter-gloss-pens-2-pk?_pos=1&_sid=25f8cb57e&_ss=rCricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-Ultimate Extra Fine Point pen set (Deep Teal, Midnight): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.html*I used one other pen that’s an off brand Cricut penSpectrum Noir Triblend Markers-Essential Blends:https://a.co/d/5fFyEeR-Deep Shades: https://a.co/d/0daHZaiEpson-EcoTank ET2850 All in One printer: staples.ca/products/24495154-en-epson-ecotank-et-2850-colour-all-in-one-printer-6x4 Premium Glossy photo paper: staples.ca/products/602190-en-epson-premium-glossy-photo-paper-borderless-4-x-6-100-packCricut Project File: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/65dc0bacea1cca5d7d916a48Scrapbook Nerd DT Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOywMKpZRY8X6NQTAanz5n7-Q
Scrapbooking With Cricut Explore | 6x8 Pocket Page Create With Alison 2024-02-25 | Hello friends, welcome back to my channel. Thanks for visiting!In this video, I will create a 6x4 pocket card that will double as a title card and journal card. I will use a pocket page with 3 pockets in it; two are 3x4 and the last one is 6x4 inches. The two 3x4 pockets are reserved for the photos, which you’ll see in the still shots at the end of this video.I’ll create the pocket card using my Cricut Explore 3 for the digital components (some die cutting and writing/drawing) and a little bit of everything for physical products. They’ll be listed below. I’ve been quiet for the past while for good reason- first, we were away visiting my in-laws, and secondly (most importantly), to celebrate the twins’ 14th birthday, which was on Thursday. Their birthday is the whole reason I made this layout!These are the products I used today:American Crafts-12x12 Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=1&_sid=ab5ae1d22&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Grass cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/search?q=Textured*+grass&type=productVicki Boutin-Print Shop 6x8 Album set: scrapbooknerd.com/search?q=Print*+shop*+album*+set&type=product-6x8 Page Protector Refills: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-6-x-8-page-protectors?_pos=98&_sid=9d49d066b&_ss=rTombow-Mono Multi Liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=1&_sid=e2fd87f37&_ss=rNuvo-Aqua Shimmer pens: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tonic-studios-nuvo-aqua-shimmer-pen-glitter-gloss-pens-2-pk?_pos=2&_sid=ccf094e8e&_ss=rCocoa Vanilla Studio-Happy Days Puffy stickers: scrapbooknerd.com/products/cocoa-vanilla-studio-happy-days-puffy-stickers?_pos=1&_sid=75e89dee2&_ss=rScrapbook Adhesives-3D Foam Squares: scrapbooknerd.com/products/scrapbook-adhesives-3d-foam-squares-217-pcs?_pos=4&_sid=fcb83571a&_ss=rCTMH-12x12 Glacier cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=10268-12x12 Grape cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=14078-12x12 Honey Butter cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=17068Cricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-Ultimate Extra Fine Point pen set (Cardinal Red, Sunflower, Mustard, Bright Green, Bright Teal, Ultraviolet, Lavender): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.htmlEpson-EcoTank ET2850 All in One printer: staples.ca/products/24495154-en-epson-ecotank-et-2850-colour-all-in-one-printer-Epson Premium Glossy 4x6 photo paper: staples.ca/products/602190-en-epson-premium-glossy-photo-paper-borderless-4-x-6-100-pack*The patterned papers I used are older Elle’s Studio and retired CTMHCricut Project File: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/65c39af9cf7c119e465f0121Cricut Made Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyyYrE2vFJIWjJkAvTszDdA8&si=7LV_GA5-tgGUwmYF
Double Page Mini Hybrid Layout | Scrapbook Nerd DT Create With Alison 2024-02-18 | Hello friends, thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my layout inspires you! In this video, I will create a single-page-turned-double-page pocket layout featuring six 3x4 photos. All the photos were printed at 3x4 inches at home; two were converted to black + white. The rest are colour. There is one 6x4 journal card that was created digitally with my Cricut, and utilizing various products from Simple Stories Wildflower. For additional flair, I used the Cricut to draw a pattern on a basic shape and cut it. The title, journaling and embellishing is all located on the tag. I created this layout for my design team duties for Scrapbook Nerd, which this week is presenting a new Sunday Scrapbook challenge. Anyone can participate, but membership to the Nerd Friends Facebook group is required (if you’re not currently a member). Pinned at the top of the wall will be my challenge, which is CREATING A MULTI-PHOTO LAYOUT. How many photos is up to you, but no less than 2. That’s the only requirement. You will have the week to create a layout, snap a pic of your completed layout, and post it under the pinned WEEKLY CHALLENGE post. The deadline is 11:59 pm Saturday, February 24 (your time zone) in order to qualify for a gift card to the Scrapbook Nerd online shop. The winner will be announced Sunday, February 25. By the way, the Nerd FB group link is posted below. Here’s the products I used today:Simple Stories-Wildflower Decorative Brads: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-wildflower-decorative-brads?_pos=7&_sid=eea879615&_ss=r-Wildflower Floral Bits + Pieces: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-wildflower-floral-bits-pieces?_pos=10&_sid=eea879615&_ss=r-6x8 Wildflower Patterned paper: embellishaway.ca/products/simple-stories-double-sided-paper-pad-6x8-wildflower?_pos=9&_sid=4c4f19e6e&_ss=rCocoa Vanilla Studios-12x12 No Limits Patterned paper: scrapbooknerd.com/search?q=Cocoa*+vanilla*+No*+limits&type=productTombow-Mono Multi Liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=2&_sid=375b4f7d2&_ss=rScrapbook Adhesives-3D Foam Squares: scrapbooknerd.com/products/scrapbook-adhesives-3d-foam-squares-217-pcs?_pos=5&_sid=dedba5ef2&_ss=rNuvo-Aqua Shimmer pen: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tonic-studios-nuvo-aqua-shimmer-pen-glitter-gloss-pens-2-pk?_pos=1&_sid=35adfc2c6&_ss=rAmerican Crafts-12x12 Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=5&_sid=f8688c549&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Lagoon cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-lagoon?_pos=50&_sid=bba33605e&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Smoke cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-smoke?_pos=1&_sid=cfed38552&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Mustard cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-mustard?_pos=1&_sid=f4ede9754&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Banana Cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-banana?_pos=1&_sid=6f255950f&_ss=rVicki Boutin-Print Shop 6x8 Album set: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-print-shop-6-x-8-album-set?_pos=8&_sid=a17ea084b&_ss=r-6x8 Page Protectors: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-6-x-8-page-protectors?_pos=1&_sid=a49caa372&_ss=rCTMH-12x12 Mink cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=10237Cricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-Ultimate Extra Fine Point pen set (Midnight Blue, Ultraviolet): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.html*-green pen comes from an off brand pen set Epson-ET2850 All In One Colour printer: staples.ca/products/24495154-en-epson-ecotank-et-2850-colour-all-in-one-printer-6x4 Premium Glossy photo paper: staples.ca/products/602190-en-epson-premium-glossy-photo-paper-borderless-4-x-6-100-packScrapbook Nerd DT Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOywMKpZRY8X6NQTAanz5n7-QScrapbook Nerd Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/1219853481407188/?ref=share_group_linkCricut Project File:
Pocket Pages | SN Design Team | Simple Stories Create With Alison 2024-02-13 | Hello friends, thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my layout inspires you!In this video, I will create a very simple pocket page layout featuring one journal card, and three photos. I used patterned paper, brads and floral bits + pieces from My Story, in addition to my Cricut. The Cricut was used to draw + cut the title, the mat the title is attached to, and the bullet point journaling. The rest is all thanks to Simple Stories. The title, ICYMI, was shaded in with a coral alcohol marker and adhered to the die cut mat with foam adhesive. This allowed me to tuck embellishments underneath, including an enamel dot and a phrase sticker. (ICYMI stands for In Case You Missed It, if you didn’t know). 😁The journal card measures 3x4 inches; the photos are the same size. Two were converted to black + white when they were printed, and the last photo was left in full colour. Here’s a list of the products I used in this layout:American Crafts-12x12 Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=5&_sid=27fc7dc3d&_ss=rSimple Stories-My Story Decorative Brads: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-my-story-decorative-brads?_pos=26&_sid=8c45451f7&_ss=r-My Story Floral Bits and Pieces: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-my-story-floral-bits-pieces?_pos=8&_sid=8c45451f7&_ss=r-My Story Enamel Dots: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-my-story-enamel-dots?_pos=4&_sid=8c45451f7&_ss=rNuvo-Aqua Shimmer Pen: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tonic-studios-nuvo-aqua-shimmer-pen-glitter-gloss-pens-2-pk?_pos=2&_sid=ab6ad0180&_ss=rTombow-Mono Multi Liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=2&_sid=e5ec1d2de&_ss=rScrapbook Adhesives-3D Foam Squares: scrapbooknerd.com/products/scrapbook-adhesives-3d-foam-squares-217-pcs?_pos=5&_sid=db4b676a0&_ss=rVicki Boutin-6x8 Print Shop Album set: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-print-shop-6-x-8-album-set?_pos=9&_sid=03cb17aee&_ss=r-6x8 page protectors: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-6-x-8-page-protectors?_pos=1&_sid=b0161f09b&_ss=rCricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-Ultimate Extra Fine Point pen set (Mustard): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.html*The green pen that was used for the journaling is from a Cricut compatible off brand from Amazon. CTMH-12x12 Ballerina cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=12471-12x12 Flamingo cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=14074-12x12 Glacier cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=10268-Coral Spectrum Noir TriBlend marker: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=12594Epson-ET2850 All In One colour printer: staples.ca/products/24495154-en-epson-ecotank-et-2850-colour-all-in-one-printer*the Epson 6x4 photo paper I use is from Amazon
Cricut Scrapbooking | 6x8 Mini Layout | SN Anniversary Create With Alison 2024-02-09 | Hi friends, thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope you’re inspired by my project! You’ll find the Cricut project file linked below.Scrapbook Nerd is 12 years old! We are celebrating their 12th anniversary in style, with an online crop full of challenges, prizes and the opportunity to bang out some crafty goodness! All the fun is happening in the Scrapbook Nerd Facebook group this weekend- it’s linked below. I created the layout I’m sharing today for the online crop. It’s a 6x8 hybrid layout (naturally), created using my Cricut Explore 3 and a range of products from Simple Stories. It’s one of the challenges I mentioned above ☝🏻- and the theme is milestone celebrations. I’m challenging you to create your own milestone layout! Think birthdays, anniversaries, sobriety, beating the odds (such as remission of terminal illness), graduations, and anything else worth celebrating. Be sure to post a photo of your completed project to the crop album on Facebook for the chance to win SN swag! Here’s a list of the products I used to create my challenge layout:American Crafts-12x12 Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=5&_sid=b17a769cc&_ss=rSimple Stories-Happy Hearts Page Pieces: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-page-pieces-with-all-my-heart?_pos=2&_sid=e7be05d9d&_ss=r-Life Captured Washi Tape: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-life-captured-washi-tape?_pos=2&_sid=36d6d4afe&_ss=r-6x8 Life Captured paper pad: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-life-captured-6-x-8-double-sided-paper-pad?_pos=7&_sid=36d6d4afe&_ss=rVicki Boutin-6x8 Print Shop Album set: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-print-shop-6-x-8-album-set?_pos=1&_sid=6abbbde8c&_ss=r-6x8 page protectors: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-6-x-8-page-protectors?_pos=1&_sid=1fe88d353&_ss=rScrapbook Adhesives-3D Foam squares: scrapbooknerd.com/products/scrapbook-adhesives-3d-foam-squares-217-pcs?_pos=5&_sid=10f87d6b7&_ss=rTombow-Mono Multi Liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=2&_sid=1d9dbfdd2&_ss=rArt Alternatives-12” T-Square ruler: scrapbooknerd.com/products/art-alternatives-clear-plastic-t-square-ruler-12?_pos=2&_sid=7c19ba4f8&_ss=rNuvo-Aqua Shimmer Pen: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tonic-studios-nuvo-aqua-shimmer-pen-glitter-gloss-pens-2-pk?_pos=2&_sid=a2fa1581e&_ss=rCTMH-12x12 Peach cardstock: closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=12478-12x12 Flamingo cardstock: closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=14074-Spectrum Noir Coral Shades TriBlend marker: closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=12594-Spectrum Noir Aqua Blue TriBlend Marker: closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=14115-Spectrum Noir Antique Pink TriBlend Marker: closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=14120Cricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-Ultimate Extra Fine Point pen set (Peacock, Fuschia, Party Pink): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.html*The Black + Peach pens used to draw a heart + outline for the title came from an off brand pen set from Amazon. Scrapbook Nerd Facebook Group + Crop Album: facebook.com/share/nDiB16fbxbSmAG7e/?Scrapbook Nerd DT Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOywMKpZRY8X6NQTAanz5n7-QCricut Project File: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/65b11c34b74e6e2db0e40028
6x8 Pocket Page Layout | Cricut Create With Alison 2024-02-07 | #minialbum #hybridscrapbooking #cricutlove #cricutmade #papercrafts Hello friends, thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my layout inspires you!In this video, I will create a pocket page layout featuring two 6x4 pocket cards that were designed, then drawn + cut with my Explore 3. I used white textured cardstock as the base layer in both pocket cards, then layered patterned papers and some torn cardstock sandwiched in between to create the backdrop for the Cricut created (read: hybrid) parts. Using the draw + cut function, I created two tags with textured white cardstock. On the first pocket card, the main part of the title was attached (this way, it draws, then cuts, all in one pass). The rest of the title was drawn, as well, but attached to offset. Offset is fancy for adding a border, or bubble around letters/images. I usually alternate between 0.05 inch and 0.1 inch thicknesses, depending on how much of a border I want around my image. 0.25 inches is often too much, in my opinion. Both those offsets are attached to the card with 3D foam squares and a little dab of glue. The second pocket card was built the same way at the first, but the tag is flipped. I flipped it just to add a bit of visual interest. This pocket card was reserved for the journaling, which was drawn with a Navy Blue pen. It was created using the same process as the main part of the title on the other pocket card. Both pocket cards are embellished with the same leaf/floral clusters- again, just flipped. The bottom pocket card is the home of an embellishment cluster made up of tropical images- a sand dollar, sea shell and flowers; the top card has a couple hearts scattered around the volcano, acting as lava “splatter”. The volcano, along with the word LAVA, was coloured in with alcohol markers. It symbolizes this thing my BFF and I say to each other: I lava you. Lava replaces love, in this scenario. It came to be after we took our kids to the theatre to watch Moana. We both love the volcano skit (+ the song that tells a short story) before the movie starts. It’s been our thing ever since. It seemed fitting to document now, considering February is dedicated to love. 😆Here’s the products I used in this video:American Crafts-12x12 Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=5&_sid=c14f2075c&_ss=rTombow-Mono Multi Liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=2&_sid=ff29d885e&_ss=rScrapbook Adhesives-3D Foam squares: scrapbooknerd.com/products/scrapbook-adhesives-3d-foam-squares-217-pcs?_pos=5&_sid=facc247af&_ss=rVicki Boutin-6x8 Print Shop Album set: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-print-shop-6-x-8-album-set?_pos=8&_sid=fb32ef517&_ss=r-6x8 Page Protectors: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-6-x-8-page-protectors?_pos=1&_sid=54135c28b&_ss=r Nuvo-Aqua Shimmer pen: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tonic-studios-nuvo-aqua-shimmer-pen-glitter-gloss-pens-2-pk?_pos=1&_sid=87b033fa9&_ss=rCTMH-12x12 Raspberry cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=10264-12x12 Lemonade cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=12470-12x12 Avocado cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=14077-12x12 Pine cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=16510-Spectrum Noir Brown Grey TriBlend marker: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=12588-Spectrum Noir Lavender TriBlend marker: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=12606Cricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-Ultimate Extra Fine Point pen set (Midnight): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.htmlCricut Made playlist: Cricut Madeyoutube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyyYrE2vFJIWjJkAvTszDdA8Cricut Project file: youtu.be/fDB4ltC3OVg
Hybrid Pocket Page Layout | SS Good Stuff Create With Alison 2024-02-02 | #cricutmade #cricutlove #scrapbookinglayout #hybridscrapbooking #papercraftingaddict Hi friends, thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my layout inspires you!I’m this video, I’ll create a 6x8 scrapbook layout that’s going inside a pocket page protector with one 6x4 and two 3x4 pockets. I designed this layout in Cricut DS, then cut and drew all the digital parts with my Cricut Explore 3. I used a mix of products + 6x8 papers from Simple Stories Good Stuff and older Cocoa Vanilla Studio (specifically These Days). I also snuck in some Sweet Rush washi tape from Vicki Boutin. I am documenting a new core memory in todays layout; it is rare that my kids have friends over to visit (they say they have no friends, but I think they’re just being anti-social 😜). Last Friday, while hanging out with her bestie, Addison asked if bestie could come sleepover. She neglected to tell me 6 other kids were tagging along. LOL. It was chaos, but in the end, only 2 friends slept over, but a total of just about 10 kids came and went through the evening. It made my heart soar. In my heart of hearts, I’d wished for weekends like that for my babies. It just took way longer than necessary. These are the products I used in this layout:American Crafts-12x12 Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=5&_sid=f0a3992b8&_ss=rSimple Stories-Good Stuff 6x8 paper pad: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-good-stuff-6-x-8-paper-pad?_pos=4&_sid=19ecad14f&_ss=rVicki Boutin-6x8 Print Shop Album set: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-print-shop-6-x-8-album-set?_pos=8&_sid=8247664ae&_ss=r-6x8 page protectors: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-6-x-8-page-protectors?_pos=1&_sid=b3f38f64e&_ss=rTombow-Mono Multi Liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=2&_sid=679eb8493&_ss=rScrapbook Adhesives-3D Foam Squares: scrapbooknerd.com/products/scrapbook-adhesives-3d-foam-squares-217-pcs?_pos=5&_sid=c8536a5b2&_ss=rCTMH-Spectrum Noir TriBlend marker Essentials bundle: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=18181-Spectrum Noir TriBlend marker Deep Blends bundle: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=18182-Clear Shimmer Brush: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=9403Cricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html**-Antiquity Fine Point pen set (Jade): cricut.com/en-ca/sale/clearance/pen-set-antiquity-5-ct./2003450.htmlEpson-ET2850 EcoTank All in One printer: staples.ca/products/24495154-en-epson-ecotank-et-2850-colour-all-in-one-printer-6x4 Premium Glossy photo paper: staples.ca/products/602190-en-epson-premium-glossy-photo-paper-borderless-4-x-6-100-pack*The black pen I used for drawing is from a set of Cricut compatible pens on Amazon. It is no longer available (I don’t see it there anymore 🤷♀️). I can link up another product if anyone wants, just let me know!** The Antiquity pen set is out of stock on Cricuts’ website. I’m not certain if it’ll be re-stocked or not. There are a lot of other options, though! Cricut project file: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/65ba9b74030039d09ced6e23 Cricut Made playlist:
Cricut Scrapbooking | 6x8 Pocket Page | Hybrid Layout Create With Alison 2024-01-31 | Hello friends, thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my layout inspires you! In this video, I will create a pocket page layout with my Cricut using Simple Stories Wildflower patterned papers and ephemera. This pocket page layout measures 6x8 inches, with two 6x4 pockets in it. The bottom pocket holds the photo, which measures 5.75x3.75 inches; it’s double matted on textured white cardstock, and Almond cardstock. Two die cut hearts (Cricut created) are layered over ephemera from SS.To create the top pocket, I attached ‘comfy cozy’ (a Cricut font that’s writable) to a rectangle basic shape. The journaling was created the same way. A page divider is adhered to the left side of the rectangle shape; these were glued together, then layered overtop some scrap paper (flush with the right edge) measuring 6.75x3.75 inches. The left side of this mat features a strip of patterned paper from the 6x8 paper pad. Theres an embellishment cluster at the bottom left of this journal card. All the pieces are from SS. A small cluster is located over the title. It’s a combination of Cricut work and SS ephemera. With the mat completed, it is finally attached to the base layer, which is Almond cardstock trimmed to 6x4 inches. Last, but not least, I coloured in the title (I can’t not, lol), and the Cricut cut heart + floral ephemera got a dose of Wink of Stella.Here’s the products I used in this layout:American Crafts-12x12 Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=2&_sid=40b1d77a4&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Straw cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-straw?_pos=1991&_sid=310baed00&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Crimson cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-crimson?_pos=35&_sid=64428df76&_ss=rSimple Stories-Wildflower Bits + Pieces: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-wildflower-bits-pieces?_pos=14&_sid=0de0d1256&_ss=r*-Wildflower 6x8 patterned paperVicki Boutin-Print Shop 6x8 Album set: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-print-shop-6-x-8-album-set?_pos=1&_sid=b352fe797&_ss=r-6x8 Page protectors: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-6-x-8-page-protectors?_pos=87&_sid=310baed00&_ss=rCTMH-12x12 (Smooth) Mist cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=17071-12x12 (Smooth) Mink cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=10237-Spectrum Noir Brown Grey Triblend marker: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=12588Epson-ET2850 EcoTank All in One printer: staples.ca/products/24495154-en-epson-ecotank-et-2850-colour-all-in-one-printer-Premium Glossy 6x4 photo paper: staples.ca/products/602190-en-epson-premium-glossy-photo-paper-borderless-4-x-6-100-pack Cricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.htmlAmazon-Cricut compatible Fine Point pen set (Black, Red): https://a.co/d/7ntzGYm*Wildflower 6x8 paper is no longer available in the shop at Scrapbook Nerd. Check these retailers, instead: www.scrapbook.com, www.embellishaway.ca (this is the website I ordered my paper pad from)Cricut Made Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyyYrE2vFJIWjJkAvTszDdA8Cricut Project file: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/65b2e308e02a16a7b0aef6c6
6x8 Scrapbook Layout | About Last Month | SN DT Create With Alison 2024-01-24 | #cricutlove #cricutscrapbooking #miniscrapbook #hybridscrapHi friends, thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my video inspires you!!I was feeling inspired to attempt the About Last Month project founded by Layle Koncar, so this video is dedicated to summarizing the first of 12 new chapters in 2024. I used the My Story collection from Simple Stories, along with my Cricut Explore to add a bit more embellishing (and journaling) to this page. It measures 6x8 inches and is going into a page protector in my album.This layout was also created for the Scrapbook Nerd online scrapbook store. Links are below. The open book is a digital image I found in Cricut Design Space (in the image library). It’s offset (meaning it’s attached to its shadow), so that drawing + cutting happens in one pass. I used a Grey Brown alcohol marker to add some depth + shading. I’m by no means a pro at colouring, but I’m quite happy with how it turned out! The shading is perfection, IMO. The book image is attached to the layout with foam adhesive so that some of the floral bits + pieces from Simple Stories can be tucked underneath. (That’s another trick to add depth to your project.)I also used my Cricut Explore to cut the white cardstock journal mat- after I added the writing in Design Space (again, attaching words/shapes to another shape allows you to draw and cut all at once). It makes the whole process smooth and painless.These are the products I used in this layout:American Crafts-12x12 Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=5&_sid=00802d7d0&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Straw cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-straw?_pos=1&_sid=d48ae4228&_ss=rSimple Stories-My Story floral Bits + Pieces: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-my-story-floral-bits-pieces?_pos=9&_sid=6bf7f0cf7&_ss=rScrapbook Adhesives-3D Foam Squares: scrapbooknerd.com/products/scrapbook-adhesives-3d-foam-squares-217-pcs?_pos=5&_sid=07c8fd36b&_ss=rCTMH-Clear Shimmer Brush: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=9403-Brown Grey TriBlend Spectrum Noir marker: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=12588Cricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-Ultimate Extra Fine Point pen set (Bright Green): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.htmlCheck out the Scrapbook Nerd online shop here: www.scrapbooknerd.comCricut project file: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/65a21068076ca1438585b416Scrapbook Nerd DT Playlist:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOywMKpZRY8X6NQTAanz5n7-Q
DD 2023 | Double Page Layout | Cricut Project Create With Alison 2024-01-13 | #decemberdaily2023 #creative #cricutcrafter #cricutlove #decemberdaily #minialbum #minialbumscrap #scrapbooking Hello friends, thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my project inspires you! By the way, happy new year! I hope 2024 treats you well.In this video, I will create a double page layout, that’s adhered back to back to form the front and back of a single page. This layout was created purely for the enjoyment of the creative process, using minimal products. It isn’t lined up perfectly when it’s completed, but I’m incredibly happy with how this layout turned out. The project file will be linked below, should you want to create it yourself. These are the products I used today:American Crafts-12x12 Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=5&_sid=bc6048b0a&_ss=r-12x12 Textured Grass cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-grass?_pos=1&_sid=fb8cbf459&_ss=rTombow-Mono multi liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=2&_sid=a7ef3cc5f&_ss=rScrapbook Adhesives-3D Foam squares: scrapbooknerd.com/products/scrapbook-adhesives-3d-foam-squares-217-pcs?_pos=1&_sid=52bd32d1e&_ss=rArt Alternatives-12” Plastic T-Square Ruler: scrapbooknerd.com/products/art-alternatives-clear-plastic-t-square-ruler-12?_pos=1&_sid=6cb3a3b50&_ss=rCTMH-12x12 Candy Apple (Smooth) cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=12473-12x12 Black (Smooth) cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=12612-12x12 Papaya (Smooth) cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=15537-12x12 Linen (Smooth) cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=10236-12x12 Ballerina (Smooth) cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=12471-12x12 Glacier (Smooth) cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=10268-Spectrum Noir Triblend Marker (Aqua Blue): createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=14115-Spectrum Noir Triblend Marker (Coral): createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=12594-Spectrum Noir Triblend Marker (Coral Shades): createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=14109-Clear Shimmer Brush: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=9403Cricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.htmlAmazon-Andolab Fine Point pen (Black, Cricut compatible): https://a.co/d/2ZsNtWzCricut Project File:
December Daily 2023 | Pocket Page Layout | SN DT Create With Alison 2024-01-08 | Hello friends, welcome back to my channel! Thanks for joining me today. I hope my layout inspires you!In this video, I will create a super quick + easy double page layout measuring 6x8 inches; the left page is an oversize photo, which is going in a page protector in my December Daily 2023 album. The right page is also 6x8 inches, but it’s a pocket page protector, consisting of two 6x4 pockets. The top pocket card features a second photo- smaller than the first- and minimal embellishing. The bottom pocket card features the journaling, some Cricut cut shapes, and more embellishing. I used Simple Stories Wildflower ephemera to create the title cluster, and completed my layout with some shimmer, decorative brads and enamel dots from past SS collections. The products I used today are linked below. Tombow-Mono Multi Liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=2&_sid=f9291e596&_ss=rTonic Studios-Nuvo Aqua Clear Shimmer Pen: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tonic-studios-nuvo-aqua-shimmer-pen-glitter-gloss-pens-2-pk?_pos=2&_sid=defacb7d4&_ss=rSimple Stories-Wildflower Bits + Pieces: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-wildflower-bits-pieces?_pos=14&_sid=2720ef568&_ss=r-Happy Hearts Decorative Brads: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-happy-hearts-decorative-brads?_pos=1&_sid=d4e7c957b&_ss=r-Heart Eyes Enamel Dots: scrapbooknerd.com/products/simple-stories-heart-eyes-enamel-dots?_pos=6&_sid=9f614bd66&_ss=rVicki Boutin -Evergreen + Holly 6x8 Album Set: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-evergreen-holly-album-set?_pos=1&_sid=f656c7cd8&_ss=rCricut Project File: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/6594430daf426853682be283December Daily Playlist:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyxm7qJGxzxE7TkGWdKD3gbU
DD 2023 | Pocket Page Layout | Under the Tree Create With Alison 2024-01-01 | HAPPY NEW YEARS, friends! This is my last video for 2023, but I’ll be back next year with more Cricut projects! 😉 It’s a good thing ‘next year’ is in the very near future! Thanks for visiting my channel today, and if you’re a repeat offender, I’m glad you stuck around! If you’re new, I’m happy you found me! I hope my projects inspire you. In this video, I created a pocket page layout measuring 6x8 inches, featuring two 6x4 pockets. The top pocket was reserved for the title card- which was designed in Cricut DS, then created using my Explore 3 and products from Simple Stories Mix + a Mingle, and puffer stickers from an older Vicki Boutin. The cardstock base has a pattern on it that was created with my Cricut and coloured in with alcohol markers, and the pattern is repeated in the second 6x4 pocket. It measures 3x4 inches, because it shares space with my photo, which was converted to black + white and printed at home with my Epson printer. Find the products I used listed below. I also used my Cricut to add a border around the journaling, as well as the journaling. The Polaroid frame is a Cricut image, and I added the ‘dachshund through the snow’ phrase to the image. This way, it ties both pockets together (a cute festive chipboard dachshund is in the title card- annddd this lsuout id about one of the pups photoboming mom).I’m so happy with how this little layout came together- I’m in love with our little dachshund friend! Here’s the products I used:American Crafts-12x12 Textured White cardstock: scrapbooknerd.com/products/american-crafts-12x12-textured-cardstock-white?_pos=5&_sid=c4e64fa5b&_ss=rTombow-Mono Multi Liquid glue: scrapbooknerd.com/products/tombo-mono-multi-liquid-glue?_pos=2&_sid=cec7977c2&_ss=rVicki Boutin -Evergreen + Holly 6x8 Album set: scrapbooknerd.com/products/vicki-boutin-evergreen-holly-album-set?_pos=13&_sid=0ab601a26&_ss=rCTMH-12x12 (Smooth) Glacier cardstock: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=10268-Spectrum Noir Deep Blends Triblend marker bundle: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=18182-Spectrum Noir Essential Blends Triblend marker bundle: createbyjennifer.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=18181Epson-ET2850 EcoTank All in One printer: staples.ca/products/24495154-en-epson-ecotank-et-2850-colour-all-in-one-printer-Premium Glossy 4x6 photo paper: staples.ca/products/602190-en-epson-premium-glossy-photo-paper-borderless-4-x-6-100-packCricut-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html-Ultimate Extra Fine Point pen set (Peacock): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.htmlAmazon -ANDOLAB Fine Point pen set (Cricut compatible; Black): https://a.co/d/4HYo2MbCricut Project file: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/658ee73eaf426853682b44c0December Daily Playlist:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyxm7qJGxzxE7TkGWdKD3gbU
