Category Archives: Friday Five

06 Mar

Card enhancements and chipboard tutorials.

06 March 2015: card enhancements and chipboard tutorials. Includes links to Freckled Fawn, Hip Kit Club, Jot Magazine, Big City Quiet and Jennifer McGuire.

This week on Radio Friday we’re linking to card enhancements and chipboard tutorials.  We have included a link to a digital photo enhancements, a surprise window card, styled up pocket cards, chipboard pieces tutorial and a pretty grey and pink layout. As always, a reminder about what Radio Friday is about:

Radio Friday is a selection of five links taken from our weekly newsletter PAPERCUT WEEKLY. If these links inspire you, intrigue you, or make you want more, think about signing up to the newsletter (link at the bottom of the post).

Let’s get it started!

ONE. Products aren’t usually featured in Radio Friday, however, these by Big City Quiet definitely appeal to the minimalist in me. Perfect to add to your photos that will sit in your pocket albums, but really, they’re just a nice finishing touch for any photo. (More releases from BCQ at the link as well.)

TWO. Jennifer McGuire creates the most amazing cards and they always have a video with them. This week, our favourite card was the surprise card — it’s a wrapped present all on its own!

THREE. Jot Magazine released their new issue this week and to top it off, they also had a blog post from Leanne Allinson styling up her own pocket page cards for the Back to School season.

FOUR. Hip Kit Club is prolific with their blog posting. Not that we mind. The trouble is its always hard to pick only two layouts to include in our newsletter! This week Amelie Mordret caught our eye with her amazingly pretty and soothingly calming pink and grey layout.

FIVE. Freckled Fawn have a beautiful embellishment kit club called OHDEERME. You’re probably seen it: each kit comes in a beautiful, reusable pouch. Anyway, this week CT member Megan gave us seven ways to add colour to chipboard. I can’t wait to try them!

That’s it for this week, so until next time… Don’t forget: you can sign up to Papercut Weekly at anytime. You’ll automatically start receiving the next one.

Reminder: our new class Stress Free Pockets is open for registration!

27 Feb

Bright layouts and mesmerising mini-albums. (Radio Friday)

Radio Friday (27 February 2015): bright layouts and mesmerising mini-albums

This week on Radio Friday we’re linking to bright layouts and mesmerising mini-albums.  We have included a link to a Japan travel mini-album, stunningly bright layouts, a beautiful patterned paper backgrounds and extra DIY planner pockets. As always, a reminder about what Radio Friday is about:

Radio Friday is a selection of five links taken from our weekly newsletter PAPERCUT WEEKLY. If these links inspire you, intrigue you, or make you want more, think about signing up to the newsletter (link at the bottom of the post).

Let’s get it started!

ONE. Sharmaine Kruijver is a CT member of Cocoa Daisy, so when she posted her layouts from the February kit…well, you can see the result above. Two more layouts are found at the link.

TWO. Gina Rodgers has a beautiful and unique style of scrapbooking. Lots of white space, lots of ink and paint. It appeals to the minimalist in me. She was asked to to guest design for Studio Fourteen40.

THREE. This week is heavy on the Cocoa Daisy. For good reason, though. They have a tutorial up on their blog for making your own planner pockets. A must if it carries around your life.

FOUR. Geralyn Sy went to Japan in 2012. She’s now found the perfect way to document that trip: a 6×8 travel mini-album. I’m particularly loving the 2in pocket title page.

FIVE. Last, but not least, Elle’s Studio CT Member Melissa Mann created an awesome quilty background / feature for a travel layout. The sciences and maths side of my brain is pleased with this layout.

That’s it for this week, so until next time… Don’t forget: you can sign up to Papercut Weekly at anytime. You’ll automatically start receiving the next one.

Also a note: on Sunday, you can start signing up for our new class Stress Free Pockets!

Sign up to STRESS FREE POCKETS on March 1.

21 Feb

Creative Photos and Longform Journalling. (Radio Friday)

20 February 2015: this week on Radio Friday, creative photos and longform journalling.

This week on Radio Friday we’re linking to creative photos and longform journalling. We’ve included links to cards, interviews with loved ones, layouts featuring long stories, digital scrapbooking and intriguing gift wrapping. As always, a reminder about what Radio Friday is about:

Radio Friday is a selection of five links taken from our weekly newsletter PAPERCUT WEEKLY. If these links inspire you, intrigue you, or make you want more, think about signing up to the newsletter (link at the bottom of the post).

Let’s get it started!

ONE. Absolutely love this type of wrapping that Kim Jeffress has created for Valentine’s Day. Simultaneously a ‘from’ tag, while also being interesting and different from everything else out there!

TWO. One of the things I love about digital scrapbooking is how you can creatively use your photos on layouts. Em Stafrace is the master. (I may be a little biased.) They’re not just straight printed photos anymore–they’re pieces of art!

THREE. We featured Lucy Abrams last week, but this week is for the cat lovers out there. (Including myself.)

FOUR. Long stories, long pieces of journalling seems to be making a come back. October Afternoon’s CT posted two beautiful layouts this week showing just how journalling can be a gorgeous feature on layouts–not something you need to hide.

FIVE. We all want to capture the here and now. Why don’t you try to interview the people around you and include it on your page or in your pockets?

That’s it for this week, so until next time… Don’t forget: you can sign up to Papercut Weekly at anytime. You’ll automatically start receiving the next one.

13 Feb

Radio Friday: valentine’s day and creative documentation

13 February 2015: this week's Radio Friday showcases new Prima product, fifty-fifty cards, a Midori Traveler's notebook and a valentine's love note.

It’s that time of the week again! Radio Friday is here! As always:

Radio Friday is a selection of five links taken from our weekly newsletter PAPERCUT WEEKLY. If these links inspire you, intrigue you, or make you want more, think about signing up to the newsletter (link at the bottom of the post).

Let’s get it started!

ONE. Hip Kit Club is one of the newest kit clubs on the block, but their creative team is just amazeballs. Kim Jeffress made something really special with the February kit, and we’ve got scrap-envy because of it.

TWO. It’s not a Valentine’s Day week without a Valentine link! Crate Paper CT member, Rebecca Luminarias, created some Valentine Love Notes to give out to her loved ones.

THREE. Louise Nelson is a grungy inspiration. She’s been playing with Prima Marketing’s new micro beads this week, and we absolutely love the effect they create on her layouts!

FOUR. We’ve got another link from Paislee Press this week. (Their posts are just awesome.) Jamaica Edgell was inspired by the Pinterest colour block business cards. She wanted to create hand-made “fifty-fifty” pocket cards that could be used for all sort of purposes: journaling, memorabilia, filler. The sky is the limit!

FIVE. I am in awe of people who are making mini-albums and journals and generally being creatively awesome in their documentation of January. Marie Lottermoser has taken a Midori Traveler’s Notebook and used it as her go-to notebook for January: it has lists, it has plans, it has memories and records moments.  She’s making one for each month of 2015.

BONUS. Not on the above image, but we couldn’t not share this post. Our one and only card teacher, Natalie Elphinstone, has been experimenting with Project Life over the last couple of months. She moved into the full 12×12 size to document her daughter’s first day of prep. The title card alone (shared below) is worth a visit to the blog!

BONUS Radio Friday link: Natalie Elphinstone's 12x12 'First Day of Prep' layout.

That’s it for this week, so until next time… Don’t forget: you can sign up to Papercut Weekly at anytime. You’ll automatically start receiving the next one.

06 Feb

Radio Friday: digital layouts and a week of stamped cards

06 February 2015: this week's Radio Friday showcases digital layouts, a week of stamped cards, a freebie wallpaper, a sketch and a moleskine mini-album.

It’s that time of the week again! Radio Friday is here! As always:

Radio Friday is a selection of five links taken from our weekly newsletter PAPERCUT WEEKLY. If these links inspire you, intrigue you, or make you want more, think about signing up to the newsletter (link at the bottom of the post).

Let’s get it started!

ONE. This week over at Paislee Press, Caylee Grey created a moleskine cahier mini-book. I’m absolutely in love with it. The images show each spread of Caylee’s book and I can’t help thinking this is a great way to document on the go.

TWO. Lucy Abrams is a daily go-to source of card-making inspiration. This week, Lucy created a card a day using Clearly Besotted stamps. I would link to each and every card, but Lucy’s already done that with her recap.

THREE. Basic Grey are giving away a desktop wallpaper with a February calendar on it. It’s gorgeous and would probably work on tablets as well. (I haven’t tried that yet though…)

FOUR. If you haven’t heard of Retro Sketches yet, you should probably pop over there now and check out their amazing archive of sketch inspiration. They also announced sketch #151 this week.

FIVE. Last, but not least, Em Stafrace posted on her blog again. Finally. I miss Em’s digital inspiration. Lucky for us, she’s opened up her own digital store called The Nifty Pixel last month and it’s an amazing space as well.

That’s it for this week, so until next time… Don’t forget: you can sign up to Papercut Weekly at anytime. You’ll automatically start receiving the next one.

23 Jan

Radio Friday: sales, watercolours and revamps

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Radio Friday is a selection of five links taken from our weekly newsletter PAPERCUT WEEKLY. If these links inspire you, intrigue you, or make you want more, think about signing up to the newsletter (link at the bottom of the post).

ONE. Crate Paper are announcing their new (smaller) DT. The introductions for the first half of the team are up on their blog: Marcy Penner, Jennifer Chapin, and Rebecca Luminarias.

TWO. Simon Says Stamp is having a Copic marker sale until next Friday. *whistles as we go off to buy some*

THREE. A Beautiful Mess is probably one of my favourite blogs — and they keep making my life better with tutorials like this Project Restyle: Photo Decoupage.

FOUR. Kristina Werner is inspiring me this week with her watercolour cards. Best part? There’s a video tutorial to make these easy cards for all occasions.

FIVE. In 2015, Carly Robertson (over at Paislee Press) is documenting through “currently” lists. Love it.

Don’t forget: you can sign up to Papercut Weekly at anytime. You’ll automatically start receiving the next one.

16 Jan

Radio Friday: where there’s a book club and a callout

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Just thirteen minutes ago, we sent the very first issue of Papercut Weekly. This is very exciting! But it doesn’t mean you’re missing out. A selection of links from that newsletter are below…

ONE. Paislee Press is looking for their 2015 creative team. All the details in the link above.

TWO. A Beautiful Mess announced their February Book Club book: Eleanor and Park by Rainbow Rowell.

THREE. How to Start a Layout (aka The Pretty Pile Method) – by Nina Christensen, @imapapernerd

FOUR. It’s never too late to get those Christmas layouts done. (by Emma Stafrace, digital.)

FIVE. A new challenge blog on the block! KRAFT+ is all about the kraft, obvs.

Don’t forget: you can sign up to Papercut Weekly at anytime. You’ll automatically start receiving the next one.

09 Jan

Radio Friday: a weekly newsletter (001)

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Today, I’d like to introduce you to Radio Friday — a weekly newsletter that links to all the scrapbooking goodness around the internet.

Each Friday, we’ll post the Friday Five here on the blog, but if you sign up to our newsletter, you’ll get the whole kit-and-caboodle. The newsletter will grow over time as we find more and more online scrapbooking blogs.

The first full newsletter will be sent out next Friday, so sign up now. (Oh, and being a newsletter subscriber gives you access to exclusive classes, sneak peaks and store discounts.)

Friday Five

ONE. Natalie E shares her amazing storage solution for her many many stamps. Brilliant yes? See more of her brilliant-ness in Flashy Cards Fast!

TWO. Desktop Monday is a regular feature at i am doe blog. Always an inspiration picture post.

THREE. Polka Dot Creative talks about her One Little Word: strength.

FOUR. imapapernerd / Nina Christensen has some pretty-in-pink Project Life printables to get your 2015 started.

FIVE. Jot Magazine has posted their January mood board for your scrapping pleasure. It’s a gorgeous party theme.

If you have a blog and want the latest posts to be included in the weekly round up, leave a link to it in the comments below. We check each blog weekly for new posts, and include the new posts in the newsletter.

Image credit: Flickr user Alan Levine.