Tuesday, 15 March 2011

Altered scrapbook pages

I just couldn't find the right background paper. You know what it's like, so I made my own.

I also made the half artisan shape from simple copy paper, coloured and stamped it to go with the background.

Then made a simple flower to add some interest and depth.

I love messing with paints and other mediums to create something a little bit different. Mind you, sometimes things don't turn out how you want them to.

The crackle effect was just what I wanted but the colours were wrong...
Then I spent ages looking for a photo to suit, but eventually threw it to one side and started another lay out using the same background as before.

Before I go, here's a couple of snips from the next class at Grimsby Crafts.

Pretty and floral

And finally some of the the ladies with their completed star books after Sunday's class.


Thanks for a fun day ladies, and thanks for keeping us all fed and watered Lynn!

Sue x

7 comments:

Sandra Hall said...

Gorgeous scrapbook pages Sue :) How creative are you maing your own background paper! fantastic! x

downrightcrafty said...

gorgeous flower Sue and love that wisteria looking lace really works well with those very creative background papers
Hugs Kate xx

angelwhispers said...

Just love the layout and the background you have done is just fabulous looks so beautiful with your added embellishments and the photo spot on!!

The sneaks for the class are amazing just wished I lived nearer!!

Love Chanelle xxx

ARTful Wings said...

Just love the background on this - perfect for the photos. Gorgeous flower too - any chance of a class?? Polly xx

Susan Allan said...

Gorgeous work, Sue.
It is so much fun designing your own backgrounds. I love it best when things go in an unexpected direction.
Love the gold crackly one.
Sue xx

Char said...

oooooohhh I love it!!! Elegant and beautiful!

Linda R. said...

Your page looks wonderful.. I just love that background paper you have created.. You are so creative.
I just wish I lived closer so I could go to one of your classes..

Hugs, Linda