More Digi

So, when I posted earlier that I bought some layouts from Studio J, I only showed 2 layouts.  But I made more!  Here is what I made with the Custom Collections- there are a TON of them including retired papers and papers exclusive to Studio J. (I only made 3, but here are 2 of them)

These were really fun because not only can you change the color, you can change the paper and add "stickers" and other fun embellishments.  I also learned a trick to use 2 photo spots for one picture like I did in the Halloween layout (the pictures on the left side- there are supposed to be 6 of them).  You add the same picture to both spots next to each other and enlarge the pictures to about 117% (you may have to fiddle around with the sizes).  You scoot the pictures so they match up and then zoom in to make sure the lines match.  Neat trick!

Digital Scrapbooking

I have dabbled some in the digital scrapbooking realm, and it's pretty fun- less messy too!  But I have to say I've never done anything with it.  Especially since I have so many regular craft supplies.

I ended up buying a 5 pack from Studio J (Close to my Heart's digital scrapbooking) and I have to say it was sooooo easy and fun!!!

They have these new kits that are themed and you just throw your pictures on them and go!  Definitely my kind of digital goodness.  You can change the colors to match your pictures and you can still add some extras too.   Here is what I made:

The fishing layout is the Express Collection "Travels" layout 5.  I changed the paper under the little pictures to desert sand and the title to green- sweet leaf I think.  I added my journaling, pictures, and the date and place text and that was it!

The Back In Time layout is the Express Collection "Year in Review" layout 5.  I again changed the colors to match my pictures- using cranberry.  I changed the title words and the words on the pennants on the side to match my theme, then added my pictures and journaling.  Easy!

I've also seen people use Studio J for idea inspiration.  What a great idea!  You can plan your page before you start cutting paper.  All you have to do is create a sign in (that is if you want to save your ideas or order- otherwise you can just start playing).  Give it try!