Category Archives: scrapbooking

DIY Silhouette Bookmarks, a great gift for Mom!

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Melissa Mortenson

Disclosure: I have an affiliate relationship with Silhouette. I was provided product to review to write this post. All work and opinions are 100% mine.

Today I’ve got a quick craft to share with you that I think would be perfect addition to a Mother’s Day present. These Chalkboard Silhouette Bookmarks, are made with chipboard to make them sturdy, and coated in chalkboard paint so you can customize them as you like. Read more... (363 words, 9 images)

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Tips for Summer Memory Keeping

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Melissa Mortenson

Summer is just around the corner. Personally I am a great LOVER of summer. The sunshine, the warmth, the relaxed schedules— I love it all. Each year I am determined to properly remember what we did.

The last few years I’ve been trying harder to scrapbook our summers. Today I thought I’d share with you how I record our summer and give you a few ideas of how to remember yours. Read more... (337 words, 8 images)

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The Lulu Life Soiree

Posted on March 24, 2013 by Melissa Mortenson

My dear friends Gretchen & Natalie of Lulubelles have taken the plunge and are going to host a creative event in the Louisville area!

I’m excited to be a part of this event! I will be teaching a paper crafting class.

We will be making this celebrate banner. Perfect for any occasion whether it’s a holiday or a birthday. Read more... (219 words, 6 images)

Posted in banners, crafts, holidays, parties, scrapbooking | Tagged rhonnadesigns, scrapbook | 1 Comment

Smash Book Travel Album

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Melissa Mortenson

Last summer I had the great opportunity to travel to South Africa with my extended family. It was an amazing trip and I’d go back again in a second! You can read about my trip here, if you’re curious.

Before I left, I knew that I wanted to document my trip as it happened. I find that so many details get lost if you try and remember a trip afterwards. Read more... (442 words, 10 images)

Posted in crafts, scrapbooking, travel | Tagged journey, mini album, my life, scrapbook, south africa, travel | 5 Comments

A few travel scrapbook pages

Posted on February 1, 2013 by Melissa Mortenson

Last Spring I spent a wonderful few days in the Netherlands. I’m just now starting to go through the photos and get them properly scrapbooked.

Lifestyle Crafts has introduced a new product called Shape N Tape. It’s essentially washi tape by the sheet. They contacted me asking if they could send me some to play with, and review. I of course said YES!

Interchangeable Holiday Wreath

Posted on January 22, 2013 by Melissa Mortenson

Today I’m going to show you how to make this Valentine’s wreath featuring Rhonna Designs digi images….

Then I’m going to show you how to use the SAME wreath and swap out the elements to make it work for any season! No more buying multiple wreaths during the year.

This wreath was SUPER simple to make! I just started out with a Styrofoam wreath form and wrapped it in 3″ wide cotton lace. (it took about 2 1/2 yards of lace). Read more... (315 words, 9 images)