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Oh Summertime collection on Repeat with Guest Designer Leanne Allinson

20
Jun
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We recently invited Leanne to prepare a guest designer post – and she accepted! We are blessed! Here is her blog post – hope you enjoy!

Hey Pebbles Friends! It’s Leanne Allinson here today popping in as a guest designer on the Pebbles blog! I am so excited to be back for a little while and to share with you the awesome new Oh Summertime collection!

Guest Blogger @leanne_allinson is on the blog with 3 fabulous summertime layouts!

I absolutely adore the fun, bold summery flavour of this collection and how it is versatile enough for either feminine or masculine layouts.

Guest Blogger @leanne_allinson is on the blog with 3 fabulous summertime layouts!

I also love layering patterned papers and the easiest way to create a statement is with repetition. Each layout shared today has one element in particular that showcases this technique.

On the first layout “Ice-Cream Breakfast” I have cut and created my own chevron pattern using the mini paper pad.

Guest Blogger @leanne_allinson is on the blog with 3 fabulous summertime layouts!

This pattern has been has been made with multiple 1” right angled triangles. To achieve a straight pattern across the page, with evenly spaced gaps between rows, simply line up the straight edge of the triangle with your background paper or cardstock layer.

Guest Blogger @leanne_allinson is on the blog with 3 fabulous summertime layouts!

To complete the layout, add a few layers of embellishment or ephemera paper pieces above and below the photo. The title work has also been die cut from the mini paper pad.

Guest Blogger @leanne_allinson is on the blog with 3 fabulous summertime layouts!

For the second layout, the element on repeat is the humble circle. Even the title card “Summertime” has rounded edges!

Guest Blogger @leanne_allinson is on the blog with 3 fabulous summertime layouts!

To recreate a similar layout, trim your two background patterned papers/cardstock to size with the top layer having a large circle cut from the middle. Hand stitch a row of embroidery thread around the outside edge to help secure it in place.

Guest Blogger @leanne_allinson is on the blog with 3 fabulous summertime layouts!

Using the We R Memory Keepers confetti punch, select coordinating papers and adhere the mini circles in the “window” between the two backgrounds. By adding circular paper ephemera, the circle motive is subtly enhanced.

Guest Blogger @leanne_allinson is on the blog with 3 fabulous summertime layouts!

Complete the summery feel to the layout by adding your own sunburst strips of paper to the cardstock layer.

On my final layout, “Really Kid?” the repetition is a lot more subtle. Check out the stripes!

Guest Blogger @leanne_allinson is on the blog with 3 fabulous summertime layouts!

Once it is pointed out, the technique becomes quite obvious! Even the paper ephemera pieces have got in on the act with offering clues.

Guest Blogger @leanne_allinson is on the blog with 3 fabulous summertime layouts!

Finally add journaling paper strips to complete the page.

Guest Blogger @leanne_allinson is on the blog with 3 fabulous summertime layouts!

products used:
Pebbles – Oh Summertime Collection – 12 x 12 Paper – Bee Happy, Ball Toss
Pebbles – Oh Summertime Collection – Ephemera with Glitter Accents – Phrases
Pebbles – Oh Summertime Collection – Ephemera with Glitter Accents – Icons
Pebbles – Oh Summertime Collection – Mini Paper Pad
Pebbles – Oh Summertime Collection – Clear Stickers – Tiny

We R Memory Keepers Confetti Punch

American Crafts Heidi Swapp alpha stickers

other – cardstock, paint, embroidery floss, foam dots, wood mounted stamps.

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: guest, Guest Designer, Layout, Layouts, Leanne Allinson, oh summertime, summertime

New Year Banner 2019

28
Dec
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Hello Pebbles Friends! It is Leanne here today with a celebratory blog post to help welcome in the New Year! And what better way to do that than with a little DIY décor? Using Black and White patterned paper as my theme and a little assistance from the We R Memory Keepers Alphabet punch board, a 2019 New Year Banner can be created in moments.


Happy New Year..

Using the Alphabet Punch Board as your guide, trim the patterned paper to 3″x5″. Follow the instructions in the booklet, taking note of the image direction on the patterned paper.

Punch out the individual letters, ensuring the patterned papers form a cohesive balance across the banner.

Thread string through holes punched at the top of the letters. Keep the holes at an even height, allowing the new year banner alphas to sit flat on the string.

Adding Extra..

To further enhance the banner, add 3D stars to hang from the string.

 

Now all that is left to complete this project, is to hang the New Year banner in an appropriate location and light some sparklers! Happy New Year everyone! I hope 2019 will be amazing..x

 

 

 

supplies:

Stitched Together Along The Way Patterned Paper 733986

Picnic Basket Along The Way Patterned Paper 734004

Bird Seed Along The Way Patterned Paper 734006

Sweet Sentiments Along The Way Patterned Paper 733988

Ride With Me Along The Way Patterned Paper 733989

We R Memory Keepers Alphabet Punch Board

Scattered Sunshine Along The Way Patterned Paper 733999

Porch Swing Along The Way Patterned Paper 734016

Filed Under: Banner, Tutorial, Uncategorized Tagged With: along the way, Banner, Leanne Allinson, punch board

2018 Mini Album

19
Dec
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Hello Pebbles Friends! It’s Leanne here today, sharing a 2018 Mini Album of memories. I have taken this opportunity, as holiday celebrations approach and this time of year becomes overwhelmingly busy, to step back and reflect on the many wonderful memories I have of 2018. I wanted to create a mini album that would also host not just specific details of memories but a more collective and overall study of the year. And I wanted to get these thoughts in order before 2019 hopes and dreams become the next focus.

This mini album is 4″x6″ in size and has been created using the glorious Pebbles Inc Along The Way collection. The fresh colours and abundant ephemera helped to establish all the base pages. One thing about mini albums that I love in particular is the way ephemera, tags and other items edge out between the pages. These tactile pages include sewing, journaling pockets and hidden depths that bring another dimension of joy to my memories.

The beauty of this mini album is also how inclusive it frames the 4″x4″ photos. The pages are not overtly feminine as you would expect with multiple floral patterned papers. Nestled among the patterned papers, photos of my three sons and husband aren’t lost to the world of pretty papers!

2018 Mini Album…

To recreate this mini album start by gathering your supplies. As mentioned, the Along The Way patterned papers is my collection of choice. My photos were printed directly from my family Instagram account which already had a steady source of memories documented from throughout the year. As a side note, at the time of taking the photos of the actual mini album, my journaling has not been filled in. As you look through the pages below, you will clearly see where I have left ample space to document.

Here’s a look at the front cover.

Two layers of patterned paper and one layer of cardstock, gives the cover strength and durability to withstand handling from my family. Stitched together ensures not only the strength of the page but adds an element of dimensional design. The title has been cut using an electronic die-cutting machine and embellishments have been kept to a minimum on the right hand side.

To keep all the pages together, the mini album has been secured with a single jump ring in the top left corner. I have used one 4″x6″ template to keep the hole placement uniform throughout the album. All base pages are trimmed to 4″x6″ with the exception of one. See more details below.

Inside the mini album…

Directly on the inside cover I have adhere a full 4″x6″ photo of my family. Minus me of course, but then someone has to be the photographer!!

The page opposite has been created using Along The Way patterned paper. Patterned paper cut aparts, are realigned to create a simple hidden journaling flap that opens downwards. Each sentiment on the cards is perfectly apt to convey my thoughts. Secure the flap with a score line 2mm from the bottom and then machine stitch below the score line. Machine stitch a paper tab to the side of the flap to help open the hidden element.

The rest of the mini album is relatively straight forward in design. Check out the next few pages including two photos adhered back to back.

Make sure there is plenty of space on some pages to add journaling.

The next image is a recreation of the first page in the mini album. The location of the hidden journaling flap is on the opposite side of the page.

Pages with no photos…

Mini album pages can include embellishments only. Journaling space will document household and day to day happenings or a daily routine.

Towards the back of the mini album, I wanted to created some interest by switching up the size of the pages without it being too noticeable.

This page is trimmed to 4″x9″. Score a fold line at the 6″ mark and adhere a photo overlapping the new 4″x3″ space. Back the photo with another photo or patterned paper of similar size.

To complete the mini album, have some fun with layered dimension using pop dots and the 2″x2″ sentiments.

Adhere another 4″x6″ photo directly to the back cardstock cover of the album and complete with a border of machine stitching.

The beauty of this mini album is its simplicity. I can happily add more pages to the album at will. I hope I have inspired you to jot down your memories of the year before the new one is in full force! Happy Holidays and thanks for visiting the blog today..x

 

supplies:

Along The Way Cardstock Stickers 733967

Thickers Along The Way 73396

Ephemera Cardstock Die-cut Phrases Along The Way 733973

Gold Foil Accents Ephemera Cardstock Die-cut Along The Way 733974 

Layered Stickers Along The Way 733976 

Cardstock Tags Along The Way 733980

Phrase Stickers Along The Way 733981 

Along The Way Along The Way Patterned Paper 733982

Home Sweet Home Along The Way Patterned Paper 733983

Stitched Together Along The Way Patterned Paper 733986

Sweet Sentiments Along The Way Patterned Paper 733988

Ride With Me Along The Way Patterned Paper 733989

Flower Market Along The Way Patterned Paper 733997

Scattered Sunshine Along The Way Patterned Paper 733999

Bird Seed Along The Way Patterned Paper 734006

Window Box Along The Way Patterned Paper 734014

 

 

Filed Under: Mini Album, Tutorial, Uncategorized Tagged With: along the way, Leanne Allinson, Mini Album

Our 2018-2019 Pebbles Team – Crafting at a glance

06
Dec
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How has this year passed SO quickly? We have loved every second with our current crafting team…so much that we want to brag about them for just a bit! Did you know that each of these women are spectacular? That they have a passion for crafting and inspiring others? They are – and they do!!

Recently, we asked them to share a picture with themselves and their favorite craft with us.  We have to be honest – most (if not all!) would prefer to work behind the camera, crafting away to their favorite music and enjoying their favorite treats.  However, they indulged us and send in a picture.  And we want to share what they have loved making this year!

Here are our crafters with one of their favorite projects from this year - what is YOUR favorite project?? #crafter #pbsocial #pebblesinc

Here is Wendy.  She has been on the team for a bit…because we sure enjoy her talents! She is a mom and wife and designs projects for us on the side (she has a day job too).  Not only does she make awesome projects, but she’s great to work with!

Here are our crafters with one of their favorite projects from this year - what is YOUR favorite project?? #crafter #pbsocial #pebblesinc

Here is Terhi. She was new to our team this year and we love having her!  Incase you didn’t notice, she loves creating dimensional wonders.  Each of her projects have so many details, parts and pieces…and we love seeing them!  Terhi is so great to work with too – we hit the jackpot with these ladies!

Here are our crafters with one of their favorite projects from this year - what is YOUR favorite project?? #crafter #pbsocial #pebblesinc

Here is Amanda.  Amanda was also a new addition to our team this year…and we love having her with us! This girl is a wiz with cut files, dimension, technique and more.  In addition to designing for us (and a few other teams), she is a wife, mother and full-time employee.  Holy cow- we don’t know how these ladies do all that they do!

Here are our crafters with one of their favorite projects from this year - what is YOUR favorite project?? #crafter #pbsocial #pebblesinc

Here is Heather.  Besides crafting up fun and fabulous projects, Heather loves to throw parties (can you tell??)!  She always has so many wonderful crafts…we wish we lived near enough to her to enjoy them together! Heather has a darling family and crafts on a small group of other teams too.

Here are our crafters with one of their favorite projects from this year - what is YOUR favorite project?? #crafter #pbsocial #pebblesinc

Here is Eva.  We can’t say enough about this girl – she is so fun to work with! She speaks a variety of languages, has a sweet family and is a wiz with paper and punchboards (Eva is also on the We R Memory Keepers team and makes fabulous projects for them too!).

Here are our crafters with one of their favorite projects from this year - what is YOUR favorite project?? #crafter #pbsocial #pebblesinc

Here is Leanne.  She is our other Australian crafter – and we love her! (ok – lets be honest…we love all our ladies!!) She brings a straight forward, sweet, and classy style to our team – a style we’ve definitely enjoyed for over the last 2 years!

 

Our team will have some new faces next week.  We had to take a second, though, to tell you just a few reasons why we love them before that happens.  We hope you’ll join us in wishing them well whether they are still with us or not – because they are truly fantastic individuals!

Filed Under: Meet: Pebbles Design Team, Papercraft Tagged With: Amanda Baldwin, design team, Eva Pizarro, Heather Leopard, Leanne Allinson, Terhi Koskinen, Wendy Anderson

Interactive Christmas Cards

30
Nov
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Hello Pebbles Friends! It’s Leanne here today sharing the cutest little 4″x4″ interactive Christmas Cards! And they are incredibly easy to make! These Christmas cards also have an added bonus! Look closely.. I have created a viewfinder where, when you spin the wheel, it appears as though the tree has flickering lights!!

I was totally inspired by my Grade One class and our basic Christmas Art of using two rotating paper plates to create “flickering lights”.  Not sure what I mean? Stay tuned to follow the step by step guide below.

Getting started..

step 1..

Start by gathering Christmas card supplies. I have selected the gorgeous Pebbles Inc Cozy & Bright patterned paper collection to bring this project to life. Add some white cardstock and trim to size (8″x4″). Score a line at 4″ and fold the card in half.

step 2..

Choose a bold red patterned paper and trim to 3.75″x3.75″. Adhere directly to the front of the Christmas card. Before going any further with the more intricate card front, take a moment to trim the decorative border from the Warm & Cozy patterned paper. Cut apart the Christmas phrases and add a simple row of red stitching using a sewing machine. The red thread carries the background colour forward creating an overall cohesive look.

Front plate assembly..

step 3..

Trim a 3.5″x3.5″ piece of patterned paper and punch a half circle notch on the right hand side. In the picture below, the white cardstock front plate is a template. I’ve included it in the photo to visually share the process. To create the tree, trim either green patterned paper or more white cardstock to 2″x3″. With a pencil, mark the center point on the short side (1″). Cut a triangle shape from the 1″ mark to the lower corner on both sides. The triangle should be 3″ tall. Adhere to the front of the patterned paper.

step 4..

Trace and cut a 3″ circle. Position the circle evenly on the reverse side of the patterned paper, allowing access to the circle via the pre cut notch. Trace this circle position (on the reverse side) of the patterned paper and find the center point. note: This is where it is helpful to have a template when making multiple Christmas cards. Punch a hole at the center point.

step 5..

Punch several more holes of varying sizes through the cardstock tree. Take note where the circle has been traced on the reverse side of the patterned paper and keep within the boundary. Any holes outside the circle will just create gaps.

Flickering lights..

step 6..

Take the 3″ circle and punch a hole in the center. Realign with the front plate and secure with a decorative brad.

To allow the circle to move freely, don’t secure the brad too flush to the reverse side of the circle. I recommend testing the spinner before adding foam pop dots to all four corners of the patterned paper.

step 7..

Add any additional layers of patterned paper to the front of the Christmas card before securing the front plate.

step 8..

Using the pop dots, adhere the front plate to the base Christmas Card. Embellish further with the Christmas phrase that was prepared earlier.

step 9..

Finally, complete your Christmas card with a few sequins and enjoy passing them out to your friends!

As the circle spins, the patterns on the paper alter the view seen through the punched holes. You can go as subtle or as bold as you like!

 

Thanks for visiting the blog today. I hope you enjoy this different “spin” on these interactive Christmas cards..x

 

supplies:

Cozy & Bright Decorative Brads 733943

Winter Green Cozy & Bright Patterned Paper 733920

Merry & Bright Cozy & Bright Patterned Paper 733922

Jingle All The Way Cozy & Bright Patterned Paper 733924

Fa La La La Cozy & Bright Patterned Paper 733925

Tis The Season Cozy & Bright Pattered Paper 733926

Home For Christmas Cozy & Bright Patterned Paper 733927

Warm & Cozy Cozy & Bright Patterned Paper 733928

White Cardstock

We R Memory Keepers Crop-a-dile

Sticky Thumb Tape Runner

 

 

 

 

 

 

Filed Under: Cards, Christmas, Tutorial, Uncategorized Tagged With: Cozy & Bright, Leanne Allinson

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