I used the back of the Collage Press shaped paper as a mask, and then later used it in another layout.  Believe it or not, I’ve welcomed embellishments into my life.  Although, I am in amazement at what other scrapbookers can do with them.  I consider myself quite the embellishment rookie.

I’m not quite sure how you feel about close ups.  Do you think them?  Or are they an unnecessary waste of blog space?

Well, in any case, I’ll add a couple.  :)

I used some gess, stitching, and hand cutting for this one.  I think it makes for a funky yet sweet layout of my little cousin, Jo.  The title was made out of a vintage flashcard that came in the kit.

…and my mind is a bit sleepy.  I’m pooped from the drive to and from PA this weekend!  But I had a blast!  Pics to come, for sure!

But I have special news to share today!  This June I am the guest Garden Girl at Two Peas in a Bucket.  I’m very flattered and quite excited!  Here’s what I created for the first gallery of the month:

More of the mini book can be seen in the gallery.  I’m so thrilled an honored to be a part of this month’s gallery!  And the best part is, I get to be thrilled all over again on the 15th when the second gallery is posted.  :)