Summer is in full swing here and we've been enjoying the amazing hot weather.  It's unusual, though, for it to be so hot here so we're all trying to find ways to keep cool.  At the beginning of July we were able to get away for a week and my folks were able to join us as well.  We spent time at a cottage which was right on the lake. So it was nice to be able to jump in the water whenever you wanted.  However, there were times when sneaky little boys decided to get you wet as well!!

 

I used the fun Summer Vibes collection on this layout.

 

 

I printed off a large photo for one side of my layout and then added journaling, title and lots of fun embellishments on the left side of the page.

 

 

I used the die cut sunglasses to add some fun & play on the words of the title.

 

 

The photos stickers are a fun & easy touch to your projects too.

 

 

I love the dimension that the chipboard photo frames add to a project.

 

 

 

For my next layout I used the So Rad collection. This is just perfect for my boys and so I created a layout about my middle son who just celebrated his 13th birthday.

 

 

I just love the colours and patterns of this collection.  Plus when I saw the skateboard designs I knew it would be perfect!

 

 

I used lots of die cut pieces (adhered with foam tape) to embellish and add some interest to the layout.

 

 

I also added some Enamel dots for colour and texture.

 

 

I used a chipboard frame to show off my son's new longboard and on the journal strip I added a few little pieces of Washi Tape. I also used some white (gears) Photo Stickers in a few places.