Thursday, November 15, 2012

Sketch it:

I dunno about you..But I love a good sketch. I feel inspired by a good sketch challenge.

BUT....When I am completing an online challenge my competitive streak ( who me?? Couldn't be??) takes over and I tend to scrap a 'good photo'..You know a portrait type..And I can spend a couple of hours creating that single layout..Making sure it's original, creative..Different..It can be -  lets say..EXHAUSTING...

Needless to say, at then end of each month I have BUCKETS of everyday photos..Really the important ones that tell the tale of our lives and only a handful of layouts to show for my efforts..
So...now and then I whip up a simple sketch of my own..Nothing dramatic mind you, and I PUMP out layouts based on this for a few days..Nothing flashy..Just those ordinary photos that I can overlook.. and a few different embellies.. I end up inspired to use the sketch in different ways and feel grateful that those photos are finally ready to go in albums...

And this time I thought I would share my process with you all - and give you a chance to WIN!..

I put together a kit ages ago and haven't given it away..So here's your chance! Use my sketch on one or even some of your everyday photos and leave a link to it in my comments.. I will pick a winner in a weeks time...

So here's my simple sketch:


Please forgive the hand drawn nature..I'm not good at digi in the sketchy way!
 You can use this sketch in lots of different ways and adapt it too..Here's my examples:



This layout uses the sketch in the standard way. I have moved my journalling up though. I prefer to write directly onto the layout most of the time..This was the last layout I completed last with my sketch too..Wanted to scrap this photo desperately and wanted to show you a BRIGHT version!


I have used a portrait photo in this version. And added the little bunting and homemade envelope..Otherwise stuck to the sketch..This layout was the first one I whipped up and it took me only 45min! I adore this photo..Truly..





This was second - and used the traditional landscape photo..But I went the bunting option again..30 min layout this time...A little more detail to the left too..

A patterned paper background helps when trying to knock over a layout quickly.I used bunting flags this time, angled my photo and used washi tape for super fast and quick details.. Third layout in one afternoon..30 min..



I did this layout last and on the second day...And I think it might be my fave from the lot.. I LOVE the colour scheme...And that's what great about a simple sketch..You can make each layout look totally different with an easy change of hue! Just to showcase how versatile the sketch is I flipped it for this one.. and I cut my photo square... Would LOVE a silhouette cameo too..They are crazy popular right now..BUT way too expensive.. So I hand cut my stars instead!

So there you go..In between exercise, cooking, cleaning and raising a family - I whipped up five layouts in two afternoons.. How will you go???

Here's what you can win:



Please make sure I am able to contact you when you leave a comment..As you will need to email me you addy for postage..


GOOD LUCK and as always... HAPPY SCRAPPING..

XXX

9 comments:

  1. Great idea! I know what you mean abouthose photos we overlook. I tend to pick the best of my photos and sometimes even scrap them more than once if I am doing DT work or even a challenge! Will give your sketch ago!
    I LOVE all your layouts! They all look so different!

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  2. Looks like fun. I'm with Ebony - LOVE your 'example LOs' very inspiring...hopefully get time....

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  3. OH my goodness, I could never create a layout in 45 mins.. well I havent yet done so.. Love your style of scrapping and misting, and your photos are great always... I am feeling like the days are flying by and little scrapping is getting done here, but I will keep your sketch in mind!!

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  4. ive done your sketch........loved it and love all your layouts celeste.....will blog it and link tomorrow.....its too stormy up here to get a pic of it

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    1. Thanks Amanda! Can't wait to see what you have created!

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  5. here it is........absolutely loved doing this.....

    http://amandasscrappyjoint.blogspot.com.au/2012/11/kepp-your-dreams-alive-sketch-it-and.html


    and my email addy is...... amandaj73@optusnet.com.au

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  6. Hope Im not too late - I played along too. If you squint and turn your head to the side....it kinda resembles the sketch!! ha ha ha Thanks for the awesome inspiration!!

    http://xmarksthespot555.blogspot.com.au/

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  7. Just finished it! The link is:
    http://lizzyhill12.blogspot.com.au/2012/11/scrap-girls-challenge.html
    & you can see where I've used it!!!
    Email is zilmotill@dodo.com.au
    Easy sketch to use, I must say...& fun trying, probably not succeeding, but trying to emulate your amazing scrappy style:):):)

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    1. Thanks Lizzy! I loved you layout! And I think you are my winner!! Great layout and one of loyal followers as well..A winning combination!

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