Scraps of Color (SOC) Design Project Mini Album

Hi Everybody

 Today I am so excited to share with you my first project made for Scraps of Color. The theme of this month's challenge that I chose was spring.  I have so been looking forward to Spring as I know most of you have been. The warmer weather, the flowers blooming, the warmer weather. Yeah I really missed Spring.

Since new life marks the beginning of Spring I decided to give new life to some cards that I had lying around from years, yes years ago and turn them into a little mini album.  When I first got back into paper crafts, and doing craft fairs, I made these note cards to sell at the shows.  As many of them sold, sadly a bunch did not.  This card set, that I named Lily at the time, was part of the bunch that returned home with me.

The covers of the mini are recycled chipboard that I covered with purple textured paper from         Core-dinations. I added some antique lace (my favorite lace), a G45 keyhole, MFT flourishes, and a collection of Yellow, ivory, pink and purple roses.  I accompanied the cluster with white and teal blue flat pearls. I also sprayed each rose with Lindy's spray.

I also used a Recollections key for the binding with some sheer yellow ribbon.  I used a Colorbok vellum quote, "Beauty of Creation" as the title of the album. There is an eyelet behind the loop in the key that acts as part of the closure. 

When you open the album you see the notecards and each envelope has a card that holds 3x5 photo(s) and or journaling.  I haven't added my photos yet and I definitely don't want to cover up the paper so I plans on using either vellum or acetate to create a fold out mat to hold more pics. 

I didn't adhere the binding strips all the way down so that additional photo mats and tags can slide underneath.

 I think it is a very sweet album and a great way to recycle some old cards. 

 You should definitely check out Scraps of color some more fabulous ideas and creations. These ladies are so very talented!

That's all for today.  See you all next time.

Kelli


What I used...
Recollections Metal Key
G45 Ornate Metal Keyhole
Colorbok Vellum Quote
Fiskars Kaleidoscpe punch
Antique Lace
Flatback Pearls
Offray Ribbon
Lindy's Stamp Gang - Clam Bake Beige

Gorgeous Inexpensive Laces For Sale

Hi Everybody.

I wanted to share with you a place to get some really gorgeous quality laces and super inexpensive prices, LuvUnlim8d (Love Unlimited).  In all my years of crafty I have come to the conclusion that though our hobby CAN be an expensive one, it DOESN'T HAVE TO be.  There are fabulous quality products out there that wont cost your first born or the monetary equivalent.

LuvUnlim8d (Love Unlimited) is a store that I have started to get beautiful laces and trims and won't lead you to the poor house after your purchases.  You may even see some projects I have made but that is another story.

Shipping is a flat rate fee of $5.95 and sent via the USPS. So domestically, you should receive your order within 3 days and internationally within 7.

Here is a sample of some if the laces you will see in the store.  Clicking on the images will take you right to the Etsy listing.

Black Floral Lace

White Crocheted Lace

Cream Antique Lace

Ivory Floral Lace

I will add more laces, trim and other goodies that I find so there will be something for everyone.  If you are looking for a particular item, buttons, pearls, paper, etc. Let me know so that I can add it to the store.

Thanks Everyone!!

Love you all and thank you for your support!!

Kelli