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Pinspired!

It is likely no secret that I LOVE surfing pinterest for inspiration for my layouts (sometimes I even go old school and look through magazines for ideas and layout inspiration). I love seeing the great things other crafter’s come up with- layout ideas, colour combinations, ideas for layout topics or use of accessories- there is so much to see and learn!

I did this layout after one such session- it was inspired by a digital layout. I loved that it really used no paper other than white cardstock (how often does THAT happen).  I also really liked the even, crisp lines. Now I did mine with paper so some of these things were a bit of a challenge but I think I rocked it!

This layout also solved the issue of one of our trips having LOTS of photos- the zoo is a common trip but not one that needs to take up multiple layouts. I like that I could add them all in and even some of the animal photos (which I would usually skip) in the more awkward photo spots.
on this day layout

In my journaling I was also able to use up some of the smaller word stickers that come in the Zoe complements- they fit in for words and add some nice highlights to the story of our day.

Have you created any layouts using just white carstock? Share them in the comments!

Until we craft again, The Brae-er


Brae-er Team Blog Hop: Featured Paper Pack

 Welcome to another Brae-er Team blog hop! This month we are sharing art created using the CTMH featured paper packs Zoe and Nevermore (What is a featured paper pack you ask? Just as it sounds- it is a paper that CTMH recommends we feature in social media. These papers are timely and available so get them while you can!)

For my project I decided to take the Zoe paper (one that if you look back in my posts I have used a LOT in August and September) and do something unexpected with it.  I paired it with some of our White Pines Compliments and some teal shimmer trim (and a splash of Cranberry cardstock) and got the PERFECT Christmas layout!

zoe christmas layout

If you look closely you can see that the snowflakes and some of the other complements are a clear plastic- they add such a nice touch to the layout.  I also added in some sticker stars from the complements and a few bitty sparkles (cause you can never have too many sparkles!) My title was created using our new CTMH cricut Artisty.

zoe christmas layout close 1

Now hop on over to Christine’s blog to see what she is sharing! If you get lost along the way the full list of participating blogs is below.

1. Brae Montgomery brae-er.com

2. Chris Robertson http://chriscreativelife.blogspot.com/2015/09/september-brae-er-team-blog-hop.html

3. Michelle Stewart www.mycreationswithmichelle.blogspot.ca

4. Nicky Scott www.timelesscottage.ca

5.jessica Hill www.createbythelake.blogspot.ca

6. Krista Ritskes http://simplycreating.ca/blog

7.Carol Taggio- http://craftycarol55.blogspot.com/2015/09/september-team-blog-hop.html

8. Arlene Bonsma – http://arlenescreativespace.blogspot.com/2015/09/team-brae-er-september-bloghop.html

Until we craft again, The Brae-er


Brae-er Team blog Hop: New arrivals!

Welcome to the Brae-er team blog hop featuring some of the fabulous new arrivals we have had this month! If you have not seen these yet then you are missing out – they are soooooo good!

August saw the early release of some fabulous new products from our upcoming Annual Inspirations Book (out September 1st). So, what did I make with our new arrivals:

sunshine layout

I made the most adorable layout featuring the most adorable little girl! In a few weeks this sweetheart turns 4 and the theme for this year’s party is ‘My little sunshine’- this layout was just the perfect piece to inspire more party decor! I used Zoe paper, accessories and complements as well as cuts from the CTMH Artistry and Artbooking cartridges with a mix of stamps to create my title!

What are the new arrivals you can purchase in my SHOP?

  • Cricut® Artistry Collection (Z3167)
  • My Reflections™ Zoe Paper Packet (X7197B)
  • Zoe Complements (X7197C)
  • Zoe Assortment (Z3082)
  • Coral Shimmer Trim (Z3088)
  • Enamel & Glitter Duos Green Triangles (Z3123)
  • Workshops on the Go® Zoe Scrapbooking Kit (G1096)
  • Framed – August Stamp of the Month (S1508)
  • Zoe Studio J® Kit
  • Zoe Studio J® Limited Edition Express Collection (Live until September 30, 2015)
  • Marker Roll-Up (Z3120) and Accessory Roll-Up (Z3121) as part of the August Get Organized Campaign

You will probably see a lot of these featured in our blog hop today! Now hop on over to Ashley’s blog to see what she has to share with you about the new product!

And if you get lost, here is our complete list of hoppers!

1. Brae Montgomery-http://wp.me/p4htXJ-FF

2. Ashley Horton http://creatation.blogspot.ca/2015/08/august-ctmh-blog-hop.html

3. Chris Robertson- http://chriscreativelife.blogspot.com/2015/08/brae-er-team-august-blog-hop.html

4. Jessice Fenn http://createbythelake.blogspot.com/2015/08/august-team-braeer-blog-hop.html

5. Tamara Lisowski http://geermara.blogspot.com/2015/08/august-2015-ctmh-august-previews-blog.html

6. Darcel Kirvan http://singingbutterflyadornments.blogspot.com/2015/08/sneak-peak-of-annual-inspirations-2015.html

7. Heather Steeves – http://paperplayroom.blogspot.com/2015/08/august-team-brae-er-blog-hop-annual.html

8. Nicky Scott – http://wp.me/p51mrp-Qc

Until we craft again, The Brae-er


Cross Canada Blog Hop: Summer Fun

Welcome to the Cross Canada Blog Hop!  This month we are featuring summer fun- that is easy to do when we have had such a great summer in my part of Canada.

For my summer fun project I decided to create a layout showing some of the fun we have been having. It is our first summer in our new home and we are lucky to live across the street from Lake Simcoe and have our very own neighborhood beach! It is sandy and shallow- the perfect beach and just steps from our door. Needless to say we spend a lot of time there.

awesome summer layout

To create my layout I used the Zoe paper, Zoe complements and Zoe accessories. I also added some images from the new Cricut Artistry cartridge (love it!)  If you have not ordered some of this paper yet then you are missing out- I do think it is the belle of the ball when it comes to our new Annual book- super versatile and so pretty!   You can place an order on my SHOP 

awesome summer close up

Now hop on over to Carol’s blog to see her summer fun!

Until we craft again, The Brae-er


Eat Your Greens: Zoe Layout

I know there is this myth that children do not like their veggies… apparently in some households the kids will go to any lengths not to eat things like broccoli, asparagus, brussel sprouts and other yummy things. Although I am far from a perfect parent I have managed to do one thing well- convince my kids that veggies are awesome yummy!

Now how did I do this? Really, I have no idea, but they both LOVE their veggies and will often ask for their fav- broccoli. In fact, this one time, when asked what treat they would like both my kids offered up broccoli (and really I expected chips or chocolate or something ‘treat-ish’). This time was one of those ‘treats’ and my daughter also told me she wanted to eat it with chopsticks- this left me confused for a few reasons. 1. How does she know what chopsticks are? I am sure that answer lies in one of her cartoons. 2. Do we have chopsticks? 3. How does she expect to actually eat with them?

Well, after some time we figured out that chopsticks in our house are the salad tongs and she actually did really well on the eating part…. after all, she ate her greens!

eat your greens layout

Layout uses:

Zoe Paper and Complements

CTMH Cricut Artistry

Keyboard Uppercase stamp set

Whisper ink

You can get all of these in my SHOP

 

Until we craft again, The Brae-er


Zoe August Card Workshop

Zoe is our new paper for August!  It is fun and pretty- the perfect accent to so many summer projects! You can get the Zoe paper as part of this card workshop featuring 11 cards! Instructions, pre-stamped images and all the accessories are included in this kit.  You can even order the ‘Lovely Birthday’ stamp set as an add on and use your materials to make even more cards!
zoe august card workshop

If you would like to order the Zoe Card workshop please email me at braemontgomery@gmail.com

zoe card kit 1 zoe card workshop pic 2

Until we craft again, The Brae-er