Instant Regret Layout with Kira

Hey there!  It's Kira and I am back with another 8.5x11 scrapbook layout.  Now is about the time in the month where I combine all that is left in each of my kits, so this layout is made with a combination of mostly the November add-on kit with a bit of the LC kit sprinkled in.  Here's a look at the layout I made today:

I started by cutting out the subscriber exclusive Triangular You cut file twice at about 5" each on white cardstock.  I adhered it to my background paper (included in the add-on kit) with some foam adhesive.

I used a lot of the die cuts from the add-on kit to layer behind my photo.  And added some chipboard from the LC kit to add some texture.

The vellum stars from the LC kit were perfect for adding some additional color around my page.  I also added a few tiny word stickers that worked well with my photo.

I finished the layout by adding my title "instant regret" using the foam thickers included in the add-on kit.  I pulled in some extra plus signs around my page as well.  I finished the entire thing off with some black splatters.

Here's another look at the completed layout:

Thanks for stopping by!

Kira

Sunday Sketch with Anna

Hi dear CTK friends! Anna here with you today to share this weeks Sunday Sketch. This is my favorite challenge. I love to kick start my layouts using a sketch, makes everything so much easier.

Well, let's have a look at this week's super inspiring sketch.

And here's what I came up with using the November Gratitude Life Crafted Kit as well as one of the colored cardstock from the November Add On Kit.

The original design is for a lettersize layout but I resized mine as a 12x12. Also I only have a four grid design instead of the original six. And do you know what, thats totaly fine to tweak your design when folowing a sketch. The sketch is just an idea and kind of a starting shot.
So no preasure, just create and have fun!

And there you have it! Now it's your turn and don't forget to share with us on CTK Fan Page and /or Instagram @citrustwistkits #citrustwistkits. We can't wait to see what magic you'll create.
Be sure to head over to the CTK shop and grab some goodies or maybe sign up for a subscription, you'll absolutely love it!

Until next time! Anna xo

3 To Inspire with Alena

Hello, crafty friends! Alena here today with a 3-to-Inspire challenge for you!
I am sharing some more pages in my wonderful Life Crafted Album. I used the lovely November Gratitude Life Crafted Kit.

 For my layout today, I began by using my Silhouette Cameo to cut out the Leafy Frames cut file - one of the subscriber exclusive cut files for this month. I cut out the title "Family" so that it took up a full page. Next, I embellished it with Puffy stickers, Vellum die cuts, stamps

On the first page I placed a black and white photo, so I can add more color embellishments. But to make the page look harmonious, I added black branches that were printed and cut by hand.

For today's 3-to-Inspire, the categories are:

1. Use  CTK stamps, physical or digital.
2. Use Vellum die cuts.
3. Use a cut file or hand cut your title

Remember to share your creations with us on the Citrus Twist Kits Friends page on Facebook or by using #CTK, @Citrustwistkits on social media.


Alena

Grateful Life Crafted Pages with Lorilei

Hello!  Lorilei here today sharing two pages in my Life Crated album using the gorgeous November Life Crafted kit!  The vellum die cut pack is full of over the top gorgeous pieces and I couldn't wait to use the soft pretty leaves in glorious fall colours on some pages!

While I was going through the vellum die cut pack I ended up with a little bundle of leaves in my hand, I thought they looked perfect together and tied that little bundle with a piece of twine!  I added some soft purple mist to my white background to accent the purple leaf.  I typed my journaling on my typewriter before adhering the background to my Life Crated Album page.  I used the grateful heart stamp for my title and added the little bundle of leaves.

On the left side of my spread, I went for more leaves! I printed a full-size photo and added leaves to the "white space" of my photo.  I used two gorgeous chipboard circles to the center of the leaf clusters.

I love the way the vellum layers together to create soft new colors in the leaves!

To finish up the pages I added some sketchy borders with a grey pen.  I used one of the journal cards to mat my small photo for extra detail! 

You can find the gorgeous November Life Crafted Kit here in the Citrus Twist Kits store!  Thanks so much for joining me today!

"Make a wish" Life Crafted with Laura Grifé

Hello everyone! It's Laura here! Today I want to show the project I've created the gorgeous Life Crafted "Grateful" kit and stamp set and the amazing Life crafted album!

 And it comes with a process video as well! I hope you enjoy it!

In this project I used one of my favorite papers from this kit, the constellation pattern is simply stunning! So I had to give it all the importance it deserves! I also combined it with the 3x8' paper with this beautiful woodgrain pattern, so cozy!

The glitter alpha stickers are the perfect match to these papers, I love that they combine uppercase and lowercase letters. I also used the amazing stamp set, these flowers are so cute and I believe that they look really well with the constellations.

Finally, I added two 3x4' cars to add my journaling, and decorated the pages with all the embellishments from the kit: puffy stickers, vellum diecuts, phrase stickers and many more, they are endless!

So, I hope you liked these pages and that you got inspired! And don't forget to check the shop for more cute supplies! Have a nice day!

My Favorite Things with Elizabeth

Hello friends.  Today, I'd like to share a few of the foundation pages in My Favorite Things Life-Crafted Album.  As a reminder, I plan to use WORDS and PHOTOS to document some of the things that are SPECIAL to me.

I believe that a SIMPLE design formula = SUCCESS.  

To begin each section, I created a tag out of Kraft card stock.  I used VersaMark ink and an OLD advent stamp to create a subtle background.  Next, I added ribbon and a puffy number sticker.  I also added a strip of washi tape to the back of the tag to coordinate with my journaling spot.

I plan to include two photos in each section - one full size 4 x 8.25 and one 3 x 4.  

In addition to photos, each section will have a space for WORDS.  For consistency, I attached my journaling spot with the SAME washi tape as my tag to MORE Kraft card stock.  Next, I attached a label and two enamel dots to serve as the title of my collection.

Finally, I created a 3 x 4 filler card for each section to SUPPORT my words and photos.  I LOVED playing with journaling cards, papers, stickers, digital items, doilies AND stamps.

Here's a closer look at how EACH section will flow in the album.

Stay tuned.  Next month, I'll share my completed pages.  

Pocket Life Challenge with Diane

Hi Guys! Diane here with another Pocket Life Challenge for you!

When it comes to my Project Life, I've been on a real neutral kick lately. As much as I love colour, it's nice to give your photos a chance to shine on their own occasionally.

So my challenge to you today is: Create a page using a monochromatic colour scheme!

The one thing in the November kit that didn't work with my grey/green colour scheme was those gorgeous glittery alphas, so I subbed in the "hello" from the Traveler's Notebook Stamp Set and used my fave little Outline Alphas to finish off my title card.

I made sure to use plenty of those grey tiny word stickers as well, I can't get enough of those sassy little sayings!

There were SO many gorgeous cards that worked with my colour scheme in the kit, but I also loved this grid patterned paper. I simply trimmed it down to 3x4 to create my own card. A sticker, some chipboard and a simple stamp created the perfect little cluster on the left.

I added a tiny sticker to my favourite quote card and then repeated the same embellishment cluster on the right to create a sense of balance and repetition (and to stop me getting decision fatigue!).

The green on the other 4x6 card on the kit was just a little too bright, so I flipped it over and covered up a couple of the bright blue design elements with my photo and a sticker. The grey worked perfectly!

Here's a look at the process this spread took ...

I can't wait to see what you do with this challenge so don't forget to post your layouts in the Facebook Fan Page so we can see!