Making Memories

Sanding/Embossing technique by Wendy Anderson

One of my favorite ways to add a subtle, and classy, design to my layouts involves embossing with my Slice.  It's really easy to do and I feel like it's a "bonus" use for all of those fun shapes.  For this technique, you will want the image to be raised, so you'll emboss on the BACK of your paper.  Also, you'll want to use a printed paper (with a white core) for this look.  

Simply insert an embossing tip into your Slice.  Choose the image you would like to emboss - choose the size - and if you're wanting to add words, be sure to use the "mirror image" feature so they will be facing the right direction when you flip your paper over.  Go ahead and emboss your design.  Now, using a fine grit sandpaper or file, and lightly rub the design on the raised side.  The color will be removed and you'll be left with a beautiful outlined image.

Try this technique out today, you are going to love it!

Wendy Anderson

Use the Slice to create your own embellishments by Wendy Anderson

Sometimes when I'm putting together a page, it's hard to find just the right embellishment in just the right color.  That's why I love making my own embellishments with my Slice.  On this layout, of my son's first time at the beach, I used my slice in a number of different ways.  

    

First, I cut two surf boards from patterned paper.  I layered white cardstock behind them and then I stitched around the edges with my sewing machine to give them a little bit of personality.  I even added a metallic star brad on one of the boards, just to tie it in to the other metallic elements on the page.  

Second, I made this fun little wooden sign to coordinate with my layout.  I cut the sign from two different papers, then cut off the boards from teh dark paper, added rub-ons and then attached each board to the lighter sign with adhesive foam squares.  

Finally, I wanted to add the "beach" die-cut to my page as well, and I wanted to tie it in with the metallic flowers in the corners, so I added gold glitter to the entire piece.   With the Slice, it's easy to make your own embellishments to coordinate with any paper line, any photos, any theme!

Wendy Anderson

Layering by Keisha

Keisha always brings us beautiful projects and this layout is exactly that!  Using the Slice Digital Design Cutter, she has created this layout layering different materials keeping this layout unique and exciting. 

Layout project: Use the negative butterfly die-cuts and add felt behind the cuts to create a layered effect that is sure to catch the eye.  Also layer additional die-cuts and tags to finish off the layout. 

 

Layering is definitely not new to scrapbooking, but it is one of the best ways to create depth to a page and to complete the perfect layout. 

An Awe-Inspiring Project by Wilna

Today I have a little tutorial on how to create layers using your Making Memories Slice and in particular the Bravissimo Design card. I used a Bravissimo Rosette and added a center that I used my slice to cut. I love my hot glue gun and used it to adhere all the pieces and create a layered and dimensional effect. Here are some pictures and the sizes of the pieces as I cut them. Let me just say that the new slice Elite is... amazing. : )

Check out Wilna's blog for more inspiring projects.

Dilly Dally Cards by Laura Vegas

Making Memories' designer - Laura Vegas - created these beautiful cards using the Dilly Dally collection.These cards are perfect for any occasion.

To create these cards first start with a desired card base. Laura used white cardstock to make it easier to match any paper she used. Add your favorite Dilly Dally paper to the front of each card. The add Dilly Dally embellishments, stickers, and ribbon.   

Layout by Maggie Holmes

Making Memories' designer - Maggie Holmes - created this beautiful spring layout using Making Memories' latest collections.

Supplies:

Dilly Dally Paper Vine Floral, Geometric, Birds, Perforated Word Block

Dilly Dally 8x8 Specialty Multi-Pack

Dilly Dally Stickers & Rub-Ons

Dilly Dally Brad Combo

Dilly Dally Clear Stamp Banners & Alpha

Dilly Dally Embellishment Box

Tie The Knot Paper Frames

With Love Brads Flower Silver

Slice

Slice Design Card Dilly Dally

 

Check out Maggie's blog to see step-out photos of how she put different patterned paper behind each frame spot.

 

Inspration from Wendy Bretz

Hello Everyone!  Today I'd like to show you a Hybrid layout I created using the Making Memories Slice, Dilly Dally Design Card, Bravissimo Design Card and the new Dilly Dally Collection.


 
 
To create this layout I first cut three Butterflies out of white cardstock using the Dilly Dally Design Card.  I then cut three smaller Butterflies out of Dilly Dally Paper and adhered the wings over top of the white ones.  I added some jewels for dimension.
 
 

 
Next, I used my Bravissimo Design Card and cut the letter "S" and "B" for my title.
 


I then added a rectangle shaped piece of white cardstock to the center of my layout.  On each side of the rectangle I used my sewing machine and stitched a line. (using no thread)
To finish the paper portion of my layout, I added the Butterflies and title to each side of the white rectangle.
I then scanned my layout and added my photos, frame and date digitally to complete my layout.

Wendy Bretz

Je t'Adore Gatefold Album by Leah Fung

Today Making Memories is excited to share this charming, hand-made gatefold album created by Leah Fung.  Take a look below for her complete and detailed instructions.  Thanks Leah!

Hello MM friends!  Today, I’d like to show you how to make this dimensional flower and gated mini album – out of patterned paper.



To make the flower, I first punched eight 1.5” circles. I accordion folded an edge of seven of the circles and hot glued the fold down on each. Then I glued these “petals” to the last circle, which I folded into quarters and opened to find the center. Once all 8 petals were glued on, I embellished using flowers from the Making Memories’ Je t'Adore Collection.

Dilly Dally Frame by Wendy Anderson

Today's design challenge comes from Wendy Anderson.  She used Making Memories' Dilly Dally Collection to create this fun, spring-inspired frame. 

This is Wendy's story about the project:

I bought this frame a million years ago (okay, it was more like 5 or 6 years ago) when Robyn Werlich made something along these lines for a Making Memories project (as I recall it was for a Mother's Day gift).  I recently rediscovered this little frame when we moved into our new home last month.  I've been going through all of my supplies, trying to organize and purge...when I found it, I decided I was going to try to use it asap - and this is the result.  I love the fun colors and designs in the Dilly Dally line and I love how all of the various pieces work together!
 
(And, yes, I realize the irony of having a spring project photographed with snow in the background.  Welcome to Spring in Utah!)

Celebrate the Things You Love

These fun mini-layouts were created by Wendy Anderson using Making Memories’ Je t’Adore Collection.  I love the detail by using the gorgeous embellishments from the line.  This is the perfect time to celebrate the people and things in your life you LOVE.