Kristine Davidson's Blog Posts

10.14.16

Hello Friends, It’s Kristine Davidson with you today.  It’s actually Thanksgiving today in Canada as I'm creating, so this post is even that much more special! I created both of my layouts this month using the Hello Fall collection because it has wonderful fall colors and those little critters are cute too!

The first layout I'll be sharing is called "Moments Together"

These pictures are of my niece from the Spring! Yup, but I decided it was just as good for a fall themed layout. She was interested in getting a leash for her kitty. She was so excited to be taking her cat outside for a walk! They both enjoyed it very much and she still walks her today!  I used a sketch to create this page – it’s a sketch from Creative Scrappers. Using 3 photos isn’t my thing but I do enjoy the finished layout.

These little critters layered with some Bits & Pieces from the same collection are too cute! I mean a little plaid tree, some tree stumps and a little chippie! I created clusters on embellishments on both sides of my layout. Layering papers and adding cardstock behind to make the colors pop out a little more than just on the blue patterned paper was also to match the white border around my photos.

I added a small 2x2 piece of paper for my journaling –something different than my usual journal strips!

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My Second layout for you today is called "Enjoy Today"

This layout was also created using the Hello Fall collection. It’s a cute picture of my nephew learning to tie his shoes. Quite the accomplishments for a 5 year old! I added some cute fall themed bits and pieces and well his plaid shirt is also a good focus for this page ;)

These little critters and trees also made their way to this layout. I really couldn’t help myself and add a few of them on my page.

My journaling was also handwritten on a 3x4” journal card.  

To see more of my work you can find me on Instagram at @KristineDavidson 

Thank you so much for reading and being a fan of Simple Stories!

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09.14.16

Hello Friends, It’s Kristine Davidson with you today.  I was lucky enough to get to play with the NEW Posh collection this month. Those colors are so fabulous and all these papers in the collection match together creating a fabulous page!  I am going to show you 2 of my latest layouts created using the Posh Collection.  

The first layout I'll be sharing is called " Everyday"

I started this page with a piece of white cardstock and then used a cut file for the background details. I thought having a white background would make all these wonderful colors in this collection POP just a little more.

I cut up strips of paper with a variety in width and all measuring 12". I placed them one on top of each other and did a little bit of sewing. 

I didn't use that many bits and pieces on this layout because my intention was to use more patterned papers. I didn't want to make the page too busy by having tons of embellishments. I did use some but I didn't over do it. At least I don't think so ;)

I added journal strips again on my layout. Those strips are kind of my easy way to add journaling and I enjoy seeing them on my pages.

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My Second layout for you today is called "Shine and Sparkle"

This Posh collection has such a variety of pattern and one of my favorites is the one called Live Simply.

If you take a look at this page it contains 4 colors and all match with the Posh collection obviously.  This paper is so versatile, you can cut strips, cut all 4 blocks, or perhaps like I did just sew each color.  It has so many possibilities as a full piece or a background.

I added my strips, and cluster of chipboard with Bits & Pieces from the collection. I used the gold coloured chipboard pieces Shine and also Sparkle to create my title. Simple and Effective!

To see more of my work you can find me on instagram @KristineDavidson.  Thank you so much for reading and being a fan of Simple Stories!

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08.26.16

Hello Friends, It’s Kristine Davidson with you today.  I am going to show you 2 of my latest layouts created using the Bloom & Grow collection.  This collection has so many great colors and can be used for pretty much any themed layout.  

The first layout I'll be sharing is called " Happy Little Moments"

I started with the wood grain background paper called "Dig It".  This as my base makes it easy to add assorted colors from this collection while not making my page too busy.  I added tons of flower diecuts and subtitle using the word 'lovely' with a word sticker.

Adding some sewing to my layouts is something i've done for quite some time and the little thread bunched under my photos was inspired by Missy Whidden. I love the little extra detail it gives to my page. I usually add some form of twine but I avoided that this time and created texture with this thread.

Journal Strips are easy to do since I am more comfortable journaling this way compared to journal tags or other. I type my journaling on a word doc and print it on a 4x6 piece of cardstock and then cut up to make strips. Most of my layouts have this form of journaling.

I cannot leave a page unfinished without adding dimensions. Of course I used my dimensional adhesive under the flower diecuts! One must always use popdots!

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My Second layout for you today is called "Happy With My Gnomies"

My nephew being so cute while hanging out with his mom and myself. He is at the age where he enjoys having his picture taken, so I'll take advantage of that for now ;)

To start this page I used a diecut background that I created using my Silhouette Cameo. It's a simple background and so perfect to use some left over pieces of paper. I used a variety of colors and also a mixture of papers for this layout.

The little gnomes were perfect for that smiley face of his. I just felt like it added Fun to my page.

A closer look at the dimensions of my stickers and diecuts. You can also see I did some sewing on the cardstock alpha stickers, and the diecut background.

Adding chipboard pieces to a page can sometimes be challenging especially if you love layers or aren't sure how to position those larger pieces. Stack them! Add some popdots to one side of your chipboard piece and then the other side position it on top of your first chipboard piece. This creates dimension and looks great on a layout.

To see more of my work you can find me on instagram @KristineDavidson 

Thank you so much for reading and being a fan of Simple Stories!

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