Our prompt yesterday, was to get a collection of papers (5 or so) and to cut them into assorted sizes. What's the big deal about that, you ask? We were not cutting with specific photos in mind! Seriously, that blew my mind; I have been scrapping for years and have NEVER approached a layout without considering the pics! I have to tell you, something happened when I starting cutting into that paper, it totally changed my perspective and how to approach a layout. I ended up with a stack of 10 different patterns, assorted sizes and just started playing with the shapes. It was so freeing... it opened up a creative side to a layout that I've never experienced until then.
I chose to use paper from a Studio Calico kit. I know that sounds like the easy way out, but truth be told, when I receive a kit, I always end up deconstructing it. I don't know why but perhaps I feel "fenced in" or like I'm being told what to use (p.s. I'm not a fan of being told what to do!)
So I decided to really challenge myself, not only to cut up the paper without pics, but also to actually use the kit!
Here are the papers...
Now here is the stack after it's been cut...
Here is the final layout (you may click on images to view larger)...
What a fun and challenging process, I really loved being pushed out of my comfort zone; thanks, Shimelle!
Another prompt we have is to use all patterned paper as our background. It can be one or as many patterns as we like. Here is my take...
Again, I used products from my Studio Calico kits. I have now learned to love working with "just" my kits and to scrap without pics driving the design. That's one thing I love about this hobby, there is always something new to learn!
If you struggle using up all those pretty papers or just need some fun and fresh inspiration, come over and join in on the fun here.
Thanks for visiting!
Awesome layouts Sherry! I might have to try this!
ReplyDeleteThanks for posting this Sherry! I just joined the class yesterday so I am playing catch-up. This prompt totally blew my mind too, but I can't wait to try it. It's only paper right?
ReplyDeleteSounds like a great class, and your layouts are awesome! I have to go check it out!
ReplyDeleteThey look great - I am going to have a go at the weekend x
ReplyDeleteSherry - those layouts are fabulous! What a great class/party! I am trying to win the chance to participate on a few blogs. But of I don't I am just going to have to sign up!
ReplyDeleteGreat takes on both of those prompts!!!
ReplyDeleteYay Sherry! Way to 'break out'! Your layouts are awesome and I can feel how much this class is doing for you. Love it when that happens. Keep having a blast girl, can't wait to see what you come up with next!
ReplyDeleteGreat layouts Sherry! The class.. I mean party sounds fun!!!
ReplyDeleteNicely done; that sounds like a fun "party" game to cut the paper.
ReplyDeleteI've never started a LO without knowing what pic I was going to use either...hoping to have a try at this soon!
ReplyDeleteAlison xx
What a cool way to approach it. The paper is the best part, so why not do it first!
ReplyDeleteLove these layouts! Great prompts for this class.
ReplyDeleteCool pages, love the random paper prompt, you did a fabulous job with it.
ReplyDeleteWhat fun layouts!! Found you from the blog post at Scrapbook.com, following your blog now :)
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