Monday, June 11, 2007

Countdown to Launch Day (Monday)

At the end of this long day, I'm feeling blah when it comes to inspiration. So, who's up for a fun RAK and a challenge that gives inspiration to others? All you have to do is post a comment and share a non-traditional scrapbook supply that you have used (or are planning to use) on a layout or project. If possible, link us to an image so we can check out how creative you are! I'll get us started....
Here, I used twine as the closure for this minibook.

And, here, I used a marquee letter as part of the title for my layout.

So whether, paint, lace, or masking tape is your thing, feel free to post. Repeats are okay as well. From the comments, I will draw a winner Wednesday night at midnight ET, right before the launch of Studio Calico.

Oh, and don't forget to check out Scarlet's blog and Caroline's blog for sneak peeks and fun things to come in the days ahead.

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31 comments:

  1. Anilú MagloireJune 11, 2007 at 10:32 PM

    That LO is amazing. Love your design!!!

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  2. Cathy PascualJune 11, 2007 at 10:43 PM

    I used some 2 cent stamps on a layout recently!

    Here's the link:

    http://twopeasinabucket.kaboose.com/pg.asp?cmd=display&layout_id=1160942

    -Cathy

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  3. Pearl MapleJune 11, 2007 at 10:52 PM

    http://twopeasinabucket.kaboose.com/pg.asp?cmd=display&layout_id=1071314
    I added postage stamps, coins and cards of buttons to a recent layout

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  4. RebekahJune 12, 2007 at 12:12 AM

    i too, am obsessed with twine!!
    here are a couple projects i have used it on:
    Altered Tray
    Altered Surfboard

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  5. AshleyJune 12, 2007 at 1:20 AM

    paint sample cards from home depot.

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  6. FrancineJune 12, 2007 at 1:40 AM

    I love your minibook. Lately I've been using vintage trim from the flea market quite a bit. Like here.

    I also like using cardboard!

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  7. stephanie howellJune 12, 2007 at 5:28 AM

    lace on every single layout!
    antique ledger paper.
    staples.
    napkins
    antique paper from a conducter's log

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  8. VeeJune 12, 2007 at 7:29 AM

    love your mini!!
    I used bubble wrap in this mini :)
    it's getting close to the launch, yay!! :)

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  9. VeeJune 12, 2007 at 7:29 AM

    http://www.scrapinstyletv.com/portfolio/view_layout.php?layout_id=1852&user_id=450
    oops forgot the link :)

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  10. NatalieJune 12, 2007 at 8:24 AM

    Hey April! Thanks for leaving a comment on my blog!! Can't wait for Stuido Calico to launch. Its so exciting!!

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  11. Kim FaucherJune 12, 2007 at 8:29 AM

    I am actually super inspired right now by a large plastic dunkin donuts iced coffee cup! it has tons of bright color swirls and a surfer and just screams summer...
    love it.. it makes me want to scrap!

    Kim

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  12. Staci CompherJune 12, 2007 at 8:29 AM

    beautiful layout!!

    I used a poker chip, on a layout of us playing texas hold em.....

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  13. NicoleJune 12, 2007 at 9:27 AM

    i think everyone knows how obsessed i am with paper stuff found at antique shows...especially ledger papers and ticket stubs =)

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  14. TracyJune 12, 2007 at 10:30 AM

    I've saved up a really fun collection of girls' clothing tags. I think they'll be cool accents on some fashion/back-to-school pages

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  15. Amanda L.June 12, 2007 at 4:30 PM

    On this layout I used a piece out of the yellow pages, good ole' playing cards, and the flower is cut out of a sewing pattern. Can't wait to see the new site btw.

    http://www.creativescrapshack.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=620&ppuser=24

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  16. Marie StarrJune 12, 2007 at 4:48 PM

    Great Mini album!

    I have used paper fasteners and clips; I, too, have used postage stamps and also real antique buttons and lace are fun!

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  17. TonyaJune 12, 2007 at 5:20 PM

    I've used tickets, clothes brand tags, postcards, playing cards, chopsticks, washers, nails (the kind you use with a hammer), wire, and lots more. It's fun to come up with non-scrapping stuff to use.

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  18. Happay Mommay aka Happay ScrappayJune 12, 2007 at 5:32 PM

    here http://www.createmykeepsake.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=11746&cat=665
    I used this strange stuff with holes in it that I found at the fabric store.

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  19. BeckaliciousJune 12, 2007 at 9:11 PM

    I got some clothes from Anthropolgie today... and they were wrapped in some super cute tissue paper that is going to find it's way on a LO very soon.

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  20. GretaJune 12, 2007 at 9:18 PM

    I used tags from a new pair of jeans, a part of a shopping bag, and pieces cut from an old pair of jeans on this layout: Maurices Jeans

    I also like ticket stubs, pages from regular books, and paint chips that I pick up from Home Depot and places like that.

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  21. ScarletJune 12, 2007 at 10:16 PM

    I must remember to start saving my clothing tags! And I love the idea of using a postage stamp on a layout, in fact... I had already planned on doing that soon!

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  22. AnonymousJune 12, 2007 at 11:22 PM

    On one of my LO I used Starbucks coffee sleeves to make a 3D effect because I ran out of square thingys (I forgot what it's called)..

    Good luck on the launch of your kits!

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  23. aimee fergusonJune 12, 2007 at 11:49 PM

    Great mini book and that layout design is fantastic!! I haven't gotten to it yet, but will be using part of a placemat from my dd's American Idol kareoke party on a page soon. Again, good luck with the launch...so excited for you both!!:o)

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  24. Mandy Ford Art & IllustrationJune 13, 2007 at 9:16 AM

    I recently bought a package of paper doilies and I'm having so much fun using them on my layouts. Here is one I did recently:

    http://tinyurl.com/3cq3w6

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  25. Ann CostenJune 13, 2007 at 10:54 AM

    I've recently used a wide sewing elastic in a minibook. It is ribbed, looks really cool. Looked even cooler after I painted it :)

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  26. Natalie SteinbergJune 13, 2007 at 11:14 AM

    Love that layout!!!

    I'm LOVING any type of lace! Thick or thin in an array of colors!

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  27. tessaJune 13, 2007 at 12:18 PM

    I plan to cover one of my doughters Children books, one made of chipboard and make an album of it when she don't use it anymore.. Re-use instead of bying a raw chipoard book wich probably is more expensive!

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  28. GypsycatJune 13, 2007 at 4:15 PM

    I know it seems silly and I got the idea from a project kit, but I used lacey pantyhose to glitter up a layout. Using re--positionable spray adhesive, I coated my paper. I then laid the cut open pantyhose leg part on and stuck it down. Sprinkle glitter in all the openings and shake off excess. Carefully pull the pantyhose off and then fill in the remaining sticky spots with a different glitter color. Only my husband and I know the pattern is actually from some sexy stockings! :)

    To set glitter you can spray with hairspray when you are finished.

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  29. justemJune 13, 2007 at 5:36 PM

    Well, this isn't really very exciting...but I have some super cool stationary by Amy Bliss that I've used on a layout...

    Guess I'm not very non-traditional!! ;)

    Good luck with your site! I can't wait to see!

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  30. BarbJune 13, 2007 at 9:29 PM

    Wish I could say I'm creative about my scrap supplies. I do use Q-tips to do some of my painting.

    Can't wait to see your first kit.

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  31. The Firth FiveJune 13, 2007 at 10:13 PM

    I've used the Starbucks coffee sleeves. Not too original, but loved the holiday ones!

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