Hallelujah

Happy February Shop and Croppers,

Where did January go? .......... I feel like the days are passing me by and I don't have enough time to document life and I think to myself....thank the lord for a KIT. Hallelujah!!!

The layout I have to share with you today is from the January Kaisercraft Kit

Kaisercraft Kits are our monthly kit containing approx $30 worth of co-ordinating Kaisercraft products and instruction sheets for two layout designs for just $29.95 per month (for subscribers).

The January Kaisercraft Kit was designed by the very talented Kylie Symons

Contains products from  The Documented Collection and includes:

• 3  Specialty Pattern Paper
• 1 Collection Paper Pack
• 1 Die Cut Pattern Paper
• 1 Packet of Collectables
• 1 Specialty Embellishment Pack
• Instructions for 2 layouts  

Here are a few close Ups:

Subscribe today for this fantastic kit or just get it as a one off purchase at the store HERE

In each kit you will receive the instructions and materials for the two layouts in the kit.

What are you waiting for? Giddy Up

Happy Scrapping

Bee xx

Bye Bye January

Good Morning Shop and Croppers,

I can't believe that I am already saying 'Goodbye' to January - a new month means new kits and a whole lot of brand new scrappy goodness, so as February looms upon us I would like to reflect on the versatility of the January Crop Kit

Earlier in the month I shared a layout I created with this kit and today I have another share with you, we recently spent a few days in Surfer's Paradise and the weather was amazing

Here are a few close ups - I must say my absolute favourite item to use was the mixed media sand because it was something new to me.
Do you get excited when you receive something you have never used before or does it make you nervous?

Before I go I would like to showcase to you all the amazing layouts that have been created by the DT using this kit - I just love, love, love how everyone's style is different which just goes to show the versatility of having a kit in your stash. With so much product for such great value the possibilities are endless really.

I would love to see any layouts that you have made - whether it be from the kit instructions or whether it is your own layout posted to the Facebook Inspiration group - click on the link HERE

It's all about sharing the love  - DARE To Be DIFFERENT...Be INSPIRED....GET CREATIVE

Till next time

Bee xx

PS - Don't forget to use the code BL5 if you would like to make a purchase from the SHOP to receive a 5% discount

It's 2018..... have you got your subscription yet?

Happy 2018 Shop and Croppers,

I can't believe we are already half way through January and have powered full steam ahead with some amazing kits to get you cracking with your new year scrapping goals.

I hope you all had the chance to get some supplies in Kylie's recent BIG 50 sale.... what a great way to start off the new year.

Today I will be sharing with you a layout I created from the January Crop Kit - the kit has been designed this month by Tania Ridgewell and contains products from  the Penelope Dee Summer Breeze Collection,Scrap Fx,Green Tara, Kaisercraft and an exclusive embellishment pack 

This kit contains:

• 1 Piece of Summer Breeze - Summer Day PP
• 1 Piece of Summer Breeze - Summer Time PP
• 1 Piece of Summer Breeze - Beach Day PP
• 1 Piece of Summer Breeze - Stormy Night PP
• 1 Piece of Summer Breeze - Spectacular PP
• 1 small bag of mix media Sand
• 2 Pieces of Kraft Cardstock
• 1 Piece of Corrugated Cardstock
• 1 Packet Of Green Tara Ochre Fantasy Blooms
• 1 paper Doily
• 60cm of Twine
• 30cm of Green Tara Ivory Cobweb
• Scrap Fx Sand Between Your Toes Chipboard
• Scrap Fx Sandy Beaches Chipboard
• 1 Embellishment Pack

In each kit you will receive the instructions and materials for the two layouts in the kit.

Subscriptions are for a minimum of 6 consecutive monthly payments of $29.95 plus postage per month.

Here is the layout I created:

And here a few little close ups - 

HOT TIP : I used 3D Gloss Gel  with a stencil and then sprinkled the mixed media sand onto it

Here are the awesome layouts created for the kit by Tania: 

In each kit you will receive the instructions and materials for the two layouts in the kit.

Subscriptions are for a minimum of 6 consecutive monthly payments of $29.95 plus postage per month.

Have you picked your subscription yet?

Happy 2018

Don't forget to use the code BL5 in the checkout to receive 5% off your order in the store HERE

Till next time

Happy Scrapping

Bee xx

What are your goals for 2018?

Good Morning Shop and Croppers,

I've been having some technical issues and of course when technology fails it seems that blogging doesn't happen. But it's all fixed and i'm here now to wish you all a HAPPY NEW YEAR.

What are your goals for 2018?

If it is to scrap them why not start your new year off with a SHOP AND CROP SUBSCRIPTION...
I couldn't think of a better way to kickstart your creative journey in 2018.

I've got an example here for you using the April Crop Kit - there are plenty of one off kits available HERE if a subscription is not for you.

And some Close Ups using papers and element stickers from the following companies - click on the links to check what is available in the Shop and Crop shop:

PHOTOPLAY Patterned Papers
KAISERCRAFT Rhinestones
COCOA VANILLA STUDIO Flowers

The next layout from the same kit has a DUSTY ATTIC Chipboard as well:

With the addition of LINDY'S MAGICAL SHAKERS to add colour to both layouts.....Magical

Possibilities are endless.....you are only limited by your own imagination

As 2017 comes to a close I would like to wish you all a happy 2018 and I can't wait to see all your creations, we have so many amazing artists around to inspire us, so many amazing products and such a supportive scrap community.
Whether you are thinking of starting your scrapbook journey or restarting a passion........Remember:

We all start somewhere, and just to prove that I am going to share with you the first ever scrapbook page that I did 10 years ago to give you a bit of a laugh ......here goes -

Happy 2018

Thank-you for all your support and welcoming me to the Shop and Crop family in 2017

Bee xx

It's the Silly Season

Good Morning Shop and Croppers,

WOW......it really is the Silly Season isn't it. I don't know about you but I feel like I am running around at the moment like a headless chicken. So what can we do to chill out? To take some time for ourselves? To shut off for a moment..............you guessed it.........SCRAP!!!!!!

Today I am here to show you some alternative layouts for the EXPO KIT #7 that was created by the amazingly talented Eliza Ablett.

The Kit contains all the following amazing product for $65 + P&H

 1 Memory Maze Acrylic Swiss Crosses     

  1 Memory Maze  acrylic title #coolkid,       

  1 Memory Maze veneer  sunglasses embellishment

  1 Memory Maze  Grunge Stamp

  1  Ranger Squeezed Lemonade Distress Spray Stain

  1  Ranger Teal Distress Spray Stain,                

  1 piece of Cocoa Vanilla  studio Pattern Paper                                    

  2 pieces of white mixed media cardstock,        

  1/2  pieces of teal  Cardstock   

  1/2 Pieces of bright yellow cardstock 

  1 bag of teal glitter

  1 bag of  gold glitter    

Here are my layouts for you all - 

I used a Kinder Creations Stencil/Mask with Clear Gesso and then graduated the
colours of the glitter in the kit to create this cool effect

Templates and masks versatile tools that can be used over and over again.

Using Masks:
1. Position on project as desired and press in place (Tacky re positionable back will assure placement)
2. Apply medium directly over top of mask, allow drying momentarily *note: do not heat mask material.
3. Remove mask and return it to the backer for storage. *tip: cleaning mask material is not necessary, mediums may be applied on top of each other, however mask can be cleaned with warm water, allow to dry upside down, adhesive will not wash off.
4. Store mask on the provided backer.

5. Mask can be used multiple times.

You can buy clear Gesso in the shop here

Things can be simple and effective. A few stamps here and there and......Presto

You can purchase a great variety of stamps in the shop HERE

And lastly I just want to share the example layout that was created by Eliza.....#drool

One Kit with so many possibilities......Maybe you can put one on your Christmas Wishlist (You know you want it)

Till next time....Happy Scrapping and please don't forget to share all your S&C work with us HERE

Happy Tuesday

Belinda xx

Summer Is Coming

Good Morning Shop and Croppers,

Well hasn't the year flown by.....can you believe it's only 2 days until Summer 

Can you just imagine it right now......Palm Trees, Coconuts, Tanned Skin, Salty Hair, Warm nights, Cool Beers, BBQ's, Friends and Family.....oohh I can smell and taste it 

There are so many memories captured in summertime, to me it's always about fun and laughter and I have vowed this summer to get out and watch some Sunsets instead of Netflix....

Today I am sharing with you layouts #2 and #3 that I created with the November "OMG THIS KIT IS PERFECT FOR ALL THE SUMMER PHOTOS" Cropaholic Kit

There are so many amazing products in each kit you will receive the instructions and materials for the three layouts in the kit that I designed. Just a reminder......

Especially if they are scrapped..........

This layout was super fun to create and it also uses old stuff in your stash that you probably never thought you would use - the possibilities are endless 

Some of the other products I have used for these layouts can be purchased in the shop. Click on the product to check it out - 

Lindys Magical Shakers

Glass Beads 

Matte Medium

Glossy Accents

Colour Blast Shimmer Cube

Gesso

I really hope you like the layouts I have created and that I have given you some inspirational mojo for summer.

Happy Scrapping...

Bee xx

That's Life

Good Morning Shop and Croppers,

You know how in my last post I said that I would be back later in the day for another share.....well, life happened, and you know what "It's OK". 

We all get busy in our lives and get consumed with the going ons of others: in saying that, over the last 5 years of juggling full time shift work (Nursing), 4 children, a husband and a household I have realised that no matter how hectic life gets its always important to make time for yourself and to do what you love...even if it is for only a small time of that day. Keeping yourself happy means you are better at keeping others happy.

This is where we come in at SHOP AND CROP to help you manage your time and make the most of your day....... A CROPAHOLIC KIT I hear you say....OMG what a fantastic idea !!!!

Cropaholic Kits are our 'deluxe' monthly kit containing approx $79.00 worth of co-ordinating products and instruction sheets for two to three layout designs (or sometimes BTP projects/cards etc.) for just $73.95 per month (for subscribers). A perfect way to get those memories created without having to take precious time away from other things in your life.

Today I am sharing one of the layouts from the NOVEMBER CROPAHOLIC KIT that features products from 49 & Market Sea, Sand and Sun Collection that was designed by MOI.....This months kit includes:

• 1 49 & Market Sea Sand and Sun Collection 12 x 12 Paper Pad Collection
• 1 49 & Market Sea , Sand and Sun Embellishment Sheet
• 1 set of Scrapmatts Chipboard
• 1 Colourblast Shimmer Spray
• Specialty Mix Media Texture.
• exclusive embellishment pack 
• Cardstock
• 1 Bubble stamp

Check out the individual pages and some of the products I have used that are included in the kit:

And a Close Up of some one of the embellishments:

This is just one of 3 layouts that come in this months pack - all with instructions - and let's face it, sometime's we just don't want to think about what we are creating......agreed???

Have a think about it....I'm sure you will agree

Happy Thursday

Belinda xx

Are You Ready for It.........

Good Afternoon Shop and Croppers,

I'm back......and I'm cracking the whip ....

It's already mid November and you are running out of time to enter the Challenge for the month - have you NOT seen the amazing Mood Board? It is impossible to not get inspired by the amazing colours and textures it has to offer

Click HERE to enter your layout into the Facebook Album by 30th November to be in the running for a Store Voucher and don't forget to check out some of the amazing inspiration by our other DT members

I would like to share with you my interpretation of the Mood Board

I love to use old calendars as backgrounds - turning an image that's already a work of art into a completely different work of art is a great feeling - if you have done this at all I would love to see your work in the comments.

Every second I hold you up reading this is a second less you have to get your layout in........but i WILL be back later in the day to show you something else amazing......so GET CRACKING Peeps 

Belinda xx