Today I have a layout made using the Artbooking cartridge. However, before I get going on the specific of this layout I wanted to answer a couple of questions I got yesterday in the comment section.
#1 Q - Will you do a bow tutorial? A - At this point I have no plans to do so as the logistics of this is pretty complicated. Filming bow tying would be really hard to do. I will tell you that practice makes perfect and if all else fails, buy one of these ==> bow easy You are not going to tie an ugly bow again, promise!
#2 Q - How do you make the overlay multi-colored? A - This is actually so darn easy to do! I simply used 'hide and contour' in the Cricut Craft Room. If you want to make better projects, you should acquaint yourself with this program! It is super easy to use and when you have a cartridge with out lots of layers or shadows, you can make your own quickly and simply! I am sure you can do lots of things with the Gypsy as well, however, I have never been very proficient with that tool. Remember, I include cutting files for almost all of my projects. If you use the Gypsy/CCR you just have to download the file and you are off and running. I am going to have a step by step of the 'hide and contour' tool in the CCR as it relates to overlays very soon. Until then, just play with the CCR. You will be amazed at what you can do with cuts once you start manipulating them!
Ok, now back to the layout. This particular layout is one half of a 'stock' layout. Again that is another one of the great things about this cartridge is the versatility. You can mix and match stock layouts. Make them single layouts instead of doubles. Also, you can just go rogue and mix aspects of one layout with another. This cartridge just gives you a great jumping off point!
CCR file: https://app.box.com/s/0wbla3arpkztw8wqgty5
GYPSY file: https://app.box.com/s/j1qx5snxu1bapyq0c500
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| I used the Huntington patterned paper pack, Outdoor Denim, Cocoa, Autumn Terracotta, Colonial White, Topiary, and Cashmere CTMH cardstock. |
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| I also used some sparkles to add just that little bit extra! |
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47 comments:
Your LO is really pretty. The colors definitely scream Fall. You do a great job creating LO even tho this cartridge does give everything needed to create it it's what you chose to do it that makes it so special. Thanks always for so what you do and how you do it. You are definitely very passionate about what you bring to show us and it comes thru loud & clear!
Oh - just when I said I wasn't going to buy any more carts for awhile...Artbooking came out - geez! Love the possibilities... I can see having to break my own promise to myself to buy it! Beautiful card again Mel...
Melinda Strange
Huntsville, TX
csi275@yahoo.com
Beautiful LO, love the bling!!
Awesome fall layout! Love the layers and bling bling:-)
Love the tree on this layout!
Love the layout! Especially the tree!
Its hard to believe its almost Thanksgiving again. Of course we can give thanks any day.
Sue
rolfe974@prodigy.net
Beautiful layout! The papers you picked and the rhinestones you added gave it that extra special touch.
Very nice layout. Love the way you present your work. Thanks for all the inspiration.
This is a beautiful card. Thank you for answering my questions. You are the best! Thanks so much.
Kathy U:)
Kathy.unger113@gmail.com
Thank you for answering some questions - looked for that bow maker everywhere. Love the layout. TFS
Love the colors of this layout! Just got my cart...can't wait to play!!
Stunning job, as always, Melanie! I love your dedication and seeing your talent, not only in the projects you bring to us, butnhownyou display and explain it! Thanks again!
Love the layout. Very nice.
Great layout! I'm going to have to play with CCR more. Thanks for sharing.
What a beautiful card - I'm getting in the mood to make some cards.
3 girl jam also sells a bow maker and they have a tutorial on their site. It was very reasonable and easy to use; also they shipped quickly. I love it and have used it on several projects. I too had a hard time making the perfect bow...no longer a problem!
http://3girljam.blogspot.com/p/3gj-bow-maker_1.html
I have put their blog address above.
Love the layout for today. I have been hesitant to purchase this cartridge because I primarily do cards, not scrap booking layouts; however, I appreciate you showing how versatile the cartridge is going to be!
Like the tree cutout on the layout.
Melissa
"Sunshine HoneyBee"
I'm really beginning to like this cartridge! I LOVE that tree! Thanks for sharing the step by step directions, too. Those are always so helpful!
Great LO and the colors are soooo fallish. You are really trying my will power to refrain from buying this package too soon. You are really rocking this cart,
LST in Colorado
Great layout. Love the bling.
I understand why so many people ask for a bow tutorial. You tie the most beautiful, perfect bows ever!
Katie's Mom
this is an amazing layout! so beautiful!! I really need to save up for this cartridge!!!
Your layout is wonderful. What a fun one. TFS.
D~
http://designsbydragonfly.blogspot.com
(email follower)
beautiful lo. great colors. tfs.
pretty layout that would be great for
Thanksgiving, thank-you
Love the layout, thanks for all the great ideas.
sekala45@roadrunner.com
Love the layout, love the tree mat, I'm so gonna try doing this, TFS.
Beautiful layout! I love that touch of bling in the title! Thanks for sharing.
Such a beautiful layout for Thanksgiving! Awesome cartridge!
Just came back from school shopping with my granddaughter and we used the Artbooking cartridge to dress up the from of her plain
3-ring binders they look awesome now! rosebud114
sorry that should say the front of her 3-ring binders. I was still so excited about how they came out I forgot how to type! rosebud114
great simple Lo thanks for showing. Love the layers
upnurse at aol dot com
another really nice layout that can easily be adapted to a beautiful Thanksgiving day card. Thanks!
Great card again with Artbooking cartridge. I also would like a little tutorial on 'hide and contour' in the CCR. Thanks
Love the colors you used. Pretty!
Oh, I am loving this cartridge more and more with each project you show!
I love this cut out tree!! Very creative LO! TFS!
Julie
What a cute layout! I love the tree and the accent of the jewels is the perfect touch! Thank you for sharing with us! Could always use new inspiration for the holidays!
Courtney - this is a lovely card - love the tree cut and the jewels as well - a lovely creation! Thanks for the inspiration! Gail
utb 01 @ att do net
Love the LO! Love the colors! Fall is my favorite time of year. I can't wait for it's arrival.
Love the Layout! Thanks!
This cartridge has it all! Your brilliant mind just keeps coming up with great ideas. love this card
Great fall colors and layout. I now want to try and make it card-sized but without photo frame. You continue to inspire with your wonderful ideas. I am LOVING my new Artbooking cartridge more than I thought possible! So much potential!
Good Morning, this is Janice from Winston Salem, NC. Would love to win the Anna Griffin Winter Wonderland cartridge. I screwed up my order fir this cartridge and ordered the Artsie cartridge, which I already had.
Artbooking...gotta get it. Anna makes some of the most beautiful things, gonna have to get that one too! Sherry
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