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scrapbook & cards today
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fall 2012
Patterned paper is a staple for just about every
layout design, and how you choose to use it
defines your style. From simple, clean lines to
shabby, chic layers, patterned paper is one of the
quickest (and easiest) ways to take a page from
simple to simply spectacular!
Kelly’s first layout (below) is beautiful, but she
felt like the patterns were lacking in definition.
“I love combining patterned paper!” Kelly shared.
“With the addition of the black polka dot, the red
scallop strip and the floral bracket, my layout
feels more vibrant and fresh, and there is more
definition and contrast between all of the prints.”
the 3 t’s
In
addition
to the fantastic
combination
of
patterns, we
also
loved Kelly’s little
details, like the
hanging
strings
and
tiny flowers.
pop it with
patterned paper
tips from
kelly
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You’ll never have a problem mixing papers together
if you remember this simple “Rule of Threes”—three
main colours for your papers plus three main patterns
(such as floral, stripes and dots).
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Think about balance when selecting your papers
and prints. If you have a really bold pattern, it helps
to use a minimum amount of it. Tiny prints and subtle
colours work better for larger areas.
➺
A quick way to make your photos pop is to
choose a secondary colour (or pattern) within your
photo and mat your photo with it.
sweet baby sister
BY KELLY GOREE
supplies
CARDSTOCK,
Bazzill Basics;
PATTERNED PAPER, BUTTONS, LETTER STICKERS,
SHAPE STICKERS, BANNER,
BasicGrey;
PEN,
American Crafts;
PAPER PUNCH,
Marvy
Uchida;
ADHESIVE,
Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L
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