Love (Dad) - Crate 'Close Knit'

Hello hello Sassy Friends TGIF and all that old chaps! Hopefully this week has you inspired and ready to create  some magic over the new few days... I have so enjoyed working with this Crate line - I'm chuffed  to bits I get to squeeze in one more this month!

If you've ever opened a pack of Crate ephemera, you'll know that they don't hold back! The Close Knit pack is no exception and is stuffed with the sweetest goodies. I love the little cameo style die cuts which work really well on this layout to back up the picture and title. 

  

I initially completed the layout with a simple white background. But, you and I both know I like a bit of action, so I've done a bit of subtle stamping with my go-to Pink Paislee Colour Wash stamp 'du jour'. I've highlighted some areas with a bit of aqua-greeny pencil crayon and then finally highlighted one 'love' with some Glossy Accents.

The Close Knit photo overlays lend themselves beautifully to your pictures, but can also add character to journalling, framing the area as well as giving it a hint of colour.

Everything used here is available in store now along with lots of other yummies! If you missed out on some of the Heidi Swapp products that few off the shelves in recent weeks, many items have been restocked, so pop over to the shop to take a look. To those of you who entered our October Scraplift challenge, thank you for your patience - a winner will be announced shortly :) Till next time Have a fabulous weekend! Chantalle x Sassy Supplies used                  

'Family Memories' - Crate Close Knit

Good morning Sassy friends and happy Friday! After a couple of crazy-busy weeks, I'm hoping to enjoy a change of pace over the weekend and get to grips with the abundance of goodness that came home with me from the Heidi Swapp class here  in Brisbane last Saturday. If you went along to any of the classes, you will know what a fantastic  job Heidi and Kim did in inspiring us to all 'Make Pretty Stuff!' Continuing with Crate's 'Close Knit' collection, I would like to share this layout featuring  my Mother as a young girl sitting on my Grandfather's knee. Sadly, they are both no longer with us, but this beautiful collection of papers and embellishments has me reaching for the few precious old family photos I have. Don't keep them in boxes. Get them copied, enjoy them  and remember a time less hurried.

I was completely inspired by the gorgeous embroidery hoop pattern on the 'Togetherness' paper. 

My Mum was a crafty character too and I felt it a fitting tribute to her on this layout.

Epiphany tool, where have you been all my life?? 

I love it and so will you! Make your own custom embellishment to go perfectly with your page!

There are so many fantastic goodies in the new Crate collections, but the photo overlays must be a personal favourite. Perfect for a simple, yet effective result, without the need for fancy photography apps. On the left, you can see the pic on it's own, and on the right, with the overlay over the top. When using, check for the layer of protective plastic. It's hard to see, but look at the edges carefully and peel it off for a clear, glossy finish. Apply a narrow strip of adhesive on the edges (most of them have a colour border) where it won't be visible on the photograph.

Some snippets and ephemera bits add to my title.

Your family memories deserve Close Knit ;)

Have a fantastic weekend!

Chantalle x

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On Your Trolley - Crate Close Knit

Hello Sassy friends! Hopefully you are settling in nicely to November.  I am cosying up to Crate's new Close Knit collection this month and loving it!  So many gorgeous goodies (in true Crate style!) it's hard to say no to that one extra piece of something pretty (insert hand slap here!)

My heart leapt when I saw this insanely cute wagon ephemera... I had the perfect pics to scrap! 

I've chosen to do a sort of film strip but staggered the design and pulled out one large image.

A hint of green dots around the layout. Creating your own epoxy stickers using the Epiphany Craft Round tool is way too much fun! The green flower sticker was punched out of a sheet of 'Fine China' Maggie Holme's Flea Market, I bought especially for this reason.

The majority of the title was cut on my Silhouette. Cardstock can be very tricky to cut when using fine scripts. Slow your speed right down for less pulling and tearing.

My journalling has been given a quick makeover using a very cool Photo Overlay. 

I did struggle to apply it to the paper without too much adhesive showing - if any of 

you have any staple-free tips, I am all ears!

Wishing you a fabulous crafty weekend! 

I am lucky enough to be witnessing the legend that is Heidi Swapp in action... Yippee!

Till next time!

Chantalle x

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Close Knit cards

Hello Sassy Friends!
Pinch and a punch... November already, whoohoo!  For those of you that celebrated Halloween last night, I hope the sugar high has worn off ;)  We had lots of spooky little friends over who had lots of fun!
This month I'm going to be creating with Crate's new Close Knit collection, which is perfect for scrapping beautiful family moments or creating something special for dear friends.
To start us off, I have created some cards for said special people in my life  who are celebrating birthdays soon.

The colours in this collection and kraft are perfect partners. 

I have used some pre-cut cards and mixed up the elements for a masculine or feminine feel.

This birthday card uses a Crafters Workshop mask, some Gold Lamé Color Shine, some Close Knit ephemera, wood veneer and a dinky little epoxy that I made using the Epiphany crafts circular tool.

This next one, I've pared right down for a more graphic feel.

The title was cut using my Silhouette and matted with some 'Hugs & Kisses' and 'Togetherness' papers. The word hooray uses the wood grain side of 12x12 Cutouts Laughter and for extra dimension, I've gone over the letters with Glossy accents. A few clear sequins add a bit of interest.

The last card is for my dear sister who celebrates new month. Try as I might, my skew eyes 

can hardly ever sew a straight line, lol. I've paired the crazy sewing with a gorgeous 

floral chipboard sticker, a couple of cutouts and some buttons

Hope you've enjoyed today's post. Thank you to all those who entered

 our October scrap lift challenge! The winner will be announced soon :)

Till next time!

Chantalle

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