Spring Into Creativity With Place in Time Cards & Layouts!
Hello G45ers,
Happy First Day of Spring! Do you feel the creativity and excitement in the air as the first spring flowers begin to bloom?! This is such a magical time to let the gorgeous colors of the season inspire you! Today we are going to share some fabulous Place in Time creations that are sure to get your creative gears turning! We've got a fabulous spring-inspired layout by Maiko Miwa. Plus we've got Part 3 of Gloria Stengel's fabulous Place in Time card tutorial series! There is so much fun and beauty to discover on today's Graphic 45 blog! Don't forget that there's still time to enter to win this fantastic blog prize this week! We're giving away this fabulous package of the new Graphic 45 and Wilmington Prints fabrics featuring A Ladies' Dairy as well as A Ladies Diary 12x12 paper pad! Just leave us a blog or Facebook comment this week for your chance to win! One random winner will be chosen from this week's comments and announced on Friday's blog!
First we wanted to let all of you G45ers know about a very special movement called Cre8time. In these very busy lives we lead we often don't take the time to do what we love. CRE8TIME is a movement, a movement supported by a group of people who want to make a positive social change. It is designed to help people recover eight hours a month and devote it to their particular craft, and to create a place for them to share their experiences – the joys, lessons, and results – with the creative community at large. Graphic 45 wholeheartedly supports Cre8time! We even created our own photos in support of our own personal Cre8time resolutions! Want to learn more about Cre8time and how you can get involved?! Check out this great video or hop on over to the Cre8time website for more information!
Cre8time website:
Cre8time Video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6UbVBuLthes
Here is Aimee Filimoehala, Director of Operations for Graphic 45! She will Cre8time for photography!
Charee Filimoehala, Director of Customer Service and Social Media at Graphic 45 will Cre8time for leaning new techniques!
Kelly Woessner, blog writer and customer service gal for Graphic 45 will Cre8time for cards and collages!
Meggan Howell, Customer Service gal for Graphic 45 will Cre8time for quilting!
Joanna Hardy of Graphic 45's Social Media will Cre8time for making and sending cards!
What will you Cre8time for, G45ers?! Make the CRE8TIME declaration on your hands and have someone snap a pic! Post your picture on the CRE8TIME Facebook page and on your own Facebook page! Share the support and inspiration with your community!
Cre8time Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/Cre8time
And now it's time for today's glorious Place in Time crafts! First up is this bright and sunny layout created by Maiko Miwa. This LO is a true celebration of Spring with it's vibrant colors, joyful photos and fabulous embellishments. We love how Maiko created a wonderful spring scene with the Place in Time papers. She also added some pretty fussy cut elements and beautiful Graphic 45 metal Staples to add even more cheer to this terrific LO! It's a springtime dream!
Supplies:
January Foundation, April Cut-Aparts, March Cut-Aparts, May Cut-Aparts, June Cut-Aparts, Sentiments Place in Time Chipboard 1
Ornate Metal Keys, Metal Butterflies
Supplies:
Graphic 45 papers:
Place in Time: Cut-Aparts (July, August, September) - you will need TWO (2) sheets for each month
Graphic 45 Chipboard: Place in Time
Cardstock: Bazzill Butter Cream, Jacaranda, Cajun; American Crafts Black
Ink: Tsukineko Memento Tuxedo Black
Stamps: Papertrey Ink (Little Labels)
Ribbon and twine: Really Reasonable Ribbon; Stampin' Up! (red grosgrain)
Flowers: Wild Orchid Crafts
Buttons: Craft Store
Scrabble tiles: unknown
Die Cuts: My Favorite Things Die-namics Mini Tabs Quartet; Spellbinders Labels Eleven; Papertrey Ink banner
Tools: Sizzix Big Shot; Fiskars postage edge scissors; Carl star punch, apple punch
Adhesive: Scotch 3M tape; Beacon Fabri-tac; Aleene's Tacky Glue; Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L foam squares; Scor-tape
Each card will measure 5 x 5 inches and each set of the series will correspond to a card sketch. The cards for July, August, September correspond to the sketch below. Each set of three cards will have a similar "feel" to them.
I used the same sketch for all three cards in Part III of this series, but each card is unique. I used the papers and images from the monthly cut apart sheets and added a few embellishments and a sentiment to each card. Please notice that I did not use banners or flowers for every card. I interpreted the sketch differently to fit the themes of the cards.
Cut List: I do not provide you with a cut list for the cards because you are working from a sketch. If you wish to figure out the exact measurements of the layers, simply copy the image into a photo editing program or a text editor and print it at 5 x 5 inches. You can then measure each layer. The beauty of working from a sketch is that you can customize the card to meet your own specifications. (My measurements may not match the sketch exactly.)
Measurements: I try to keep to the standard of length x width for my measurements. Length means from the top of the card to the bottom. Width means from the left to the right.
Cardstock Mats: You will notice that all of my cardstock mats are 1/16 inches. To achieve this, cut your printed paper to size, and then increase the size of your cardstock by 1/8 inch. For example, if your printed paper measures 2 x 4 inches, then cut your cardstock mat to 2 1/8 x 4 1/8 inches. This will give you a 1/16 inch mat on all four sides. I work in 1/8, 1/4, and 1/2 inch increments for all of my projects. This makes measuring a snap!
Images: I trim my images from Graphic 45 paper, and then I use the Perfect Layers tool to achieve a 1/16 inch mat. You can use a paper trimmer, but I find it easier to use a craft knife and the Layers ruler.
July
The July card celebrates summer. I did not want to make a "4th of July" card because I wanted my international friends to be able to "play along"!
Note: To achieve the 4 3/4 x 4 3/4 inch striped panel, I had to combine two pieces of the printed paper. You will notice that the back of each Cut-Aparts sheet has three printed designs. None of them is wide enough to cut a 4 3/4 inch square. You have to get creative!
Cut one piece of the striped paper to 4 1/4 x 4 3/4 inches. Cut a second piece to approximately 2 x 4 3/4 inches by inches. Make sure that your stripes will line up properly before you cut your second piece of paper! Combine the two pieces to form a 4 3/4 inch square. The strip of stars paper will cover the seam.
I attach some of my elements with dimensional tape to give them "lift." When gluing ribbon to the cardstock, or when gluing buttons to ribbon, I always use Beacon Fabri-tac. It "grabs" the fabric qualities of the ribbon and seems to hold up to handling and mailing.
The inside of each card is decorated to match the month. I lined both the top and bottom with cream cardstock and then cut a few elements from the Cut-Aparts sheet to decorate. You could stamp a sentiment inside if you wish.
August
August is one of those months that does not have a national holiday in the US. I decided to create a card that would be perfect to give as part of a larger gift. This would be perfect to give with some homemade jam or another summer treat!
Follow the same steps that you used for the striped paper above to "stretch" the striped paper for this card. The ribbon will cover the seam.
September
September is back to school time! I love this image of the child looking all glum. So cute! This is a perfect card to give someone who has done an A+ job at school.
I hope you enjoyed Part III of this card series.
FABRIC TOO oh my gosh this is too good to be true!! The things I am thinking that could be made with it oh my word good thing I know how to sew tee hee!!!! AWESOME!
Posted by: Lana Edwards | March 20, 2013 at 12:07 PM
wow! simple and simply lovely!
Posted by: alex | March 20, 2013 at 12:35 PM
I do LOVE Place in Time and these projects are so inspiring. Thank you for sharing all tese wonderful ideas.
Posted by: AnnieS. | March 20, 2013 at 12:39 PM
Fab projects! Am loving Gloria's card tutorials!
Posted by: karen foy | March 20, 2013 at 12:40 PM
Love the layout and the cards! Just can't get enough G45!!
Posted by: Cherie Gray | March 20, 2013 at 01:12 PM
Fabulous projects today! I adore Gloria's cards. Just love her work.
Posted by: Pam | March 20, 2013 at 02:15 PM
This is wonderful piece of work. Stunning!
Posted by: fusiafscrapping | March 20, 2013 at 02:56 PM
Beautiful cards. Thanks for the inspiration.
Posted by: Shelley Mucha | March 20, 2013 at 03:10 PM
Love all the cards specially the spring time colors love it
Posted by: Veridiana Lasalle | March 20, 2013 at 03:22 PM
Love the "place in time" collection.
And wow, love your creations...
Have a wonderful week
Hugs, Kaia
Posted by: Kaia | March 20, 2013 at 03:55 PM
Oh, Gloria's glorious cards just make my heart sing! I love her fabulous sketch....I may have to "steal" it! LOL And Maiko's work is always filled to the brim with whimsy. Lovely!
Posted by: kathy/NorthCarolina | March 20, 2013 at 04:43 PM
More amazing projects, I'm ready for some crea8 time myself with all of your inspiration!
Posted by: Sherry Lovelass | March 20, 2013 at 05:08 PM
These are such beautiful papers and the projects are to die for!
Posted by: Kathy Murray | March 20, 2013 at 06:08 PM
Wow wow wow!! Everything today is AMAZING!
Posted by: Julie Tucker-Wolek | March 20, 2013 at 06:30 PM
I do love the pdfs! Thank you so much. The cards look so different using the different papers. The layout is awesome, too. I can't wait to see what you do with the fabric.
Posted by: Sue K. | March 20, 2013 at 07:55 PM
The Spring layout is so fun! It has so many incredible details and is so light and airy looking! Love it to pieces! Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Barbara MacAskill | March 20, 2013 at 07:56 PM
I had made the cleverest comment but it disappeared. My comment was so clever that it wore me out, so now I can only whisper weakly, " I am overcome by the beauty of it all..."
Posted by: Jean Bullock | March 20, 2013 at 08:30 PM
I get more excited every time I open your emails. Every day I look forward to getting home from work and opening a brand new G45 inspiration. Thank you everyone from G45. Lanna
Posted by: lanna dimond | March 20, 2013 at 10:00 PM
I loved the cards and appreciate the basic layout drawing included. Thanks for the inspiration.
Posted by: Cathy Osborne | March 20, 2013 at 10:08 PM
Both the layouts and card are wonderful, thank you for sharing them.
Posted by: Carol E Brooker | March 20, 2013 at 10:10 PM
What a beautiful layout by Maiko and the great card ideas.
Posted by: Elda Marques | March 20, 2013 at 10:53 PM
Très beau projet, bises
Posted by: karine | March 20, 2013 at 11:09 PM
Not only do I make paper art, but I also quilt. A Ladies Diaries fabrics are gorgeous and would make a beautiful quilt!
hugs Karen
Posted by: Karen Mallory | March 20, 2013 at 11:14 PM
What a brilliant idea for birthdays, using papers of the month of the Birthday,, customised cards Especially For You.
Posted by: Patricia Howarth | March 21, 2013 at 01:56 AM
Loving all of the different ideas and inspiration!!
Posted by: Margie Visnick | March 21, 2013 at 05:19 AM
Beautiful layouts and papers! Gorgeous.
Posted by: Jeanette Wilde | March 21, 2013 at 05:22 AM
lovely work gloria, your card style is recognized a mile away!!!! smile
Posted by: ava | March 21, 2013 at 06:36 AM
Beautiful projects! G45 is my go-to blog for pinning! Absolutely love the idea of coordinating fabric and Ladies Diary is the perfect match!
Posted by: Linda Pekrul | March 21, 2013 at 06:53 AM
I love your projects and especially the cards. I make all my cards and always was looking for different shaped cards and 6 sided and popup. Your projects have shown me you can use paper and styles to make beautiful cards You have been teaching me great techniques and I thank you!
Posted by: tndj | March 21, 2013 at 08:14 AM
Wow this serie of cards is gorgeous !! And the layout is fabulous ! Thanks to share !
I can't wait to have the ladie's diary fabrics I hope to have this in France ;)
Posted by: Marie Duval | March 21, 2013 at 08:37 AM
Great idea! and Thanks for the inspiration.
Posted by: Lynn Stevens | March 21, 2013 at 08:39 AM
As is usual you give me many smiles and the drive to create more! Your design team inspires me daily! Thank you everyone !
Posted by: inga klaus | March 21, 2013 at 09:46 AM
I always get such inspiration on g45's blog. Thank you for sharing. The projects are all great. Have a great day.
Posted by: Kay G. | March 21, 2013 at 10:08 AM
I love the sketch! This will be a great way to make use of some of my little pieces and partial sheets. THX!!
Posted by: Charlotte Zweigoron | March 21, 2013 at 10:54 AM
Love the inspiration! And that sketch is fabulous!!!
Posted by: Mandie Wade | March 21, 2013 at 10:56 AM
Stunning layout sooo creatively done and wonderful cards too. Nicola x
Posted by: Paper Profusion | March 21, 2013 at 12:20 PM
All the projects are amazingly beautiful! I love G45!
Posted by: Violet | March 21, 2013 at 11:09 PM
These are beautiful...can't wait for the last two parts!
Posted by: Deanna Green | March 23, 2014 at 02:51 PM