I am constantly amazed at how much I love scrapbooking...something that I thought I would never do...but as each page comes together I feel such a sense of achievement, as I do when I make cards...but this is something that will remain in our family, something that I am doing just for us...and will always leave my 'signature' in each album. I have not written up the journalling on this page and some of the other ones I have done, that is usually something I will do after photographing....these writings will be expressions of the heart and something that will remain between the pages of the albums. for those who sit and open them. I am going to write underneath the photo and torn paper on this page - that is why there is a gap there - it will be balanced once I have journalled!
I have made this page with the Crafty Creations Challenge and Die Cut Design Challenges as my inspiration - both of these are based on the garden....and this is taken in our garden....9 years ago now. I just love this photo, it is so very much 'Bronte'...she was born ready to party and with such a big heart, her loyalty and empathy are so rare at such a young age!
I tore the paper strips and then inked them with distressing ink. A length of crotched lace was added along the lower strip and then the chipboard embellishments which had been covered in SU DP, distressed were added and finished off with a layered flower. The lettering is from a Sizzix Alphabet - Boxed Brush, which has been lent to me from my friend Melinda80, who has always been so generous with her supplies and her time!! Thanks Melinda - I appreciate you girl!! For something that doesn't look that involved...it took forever...but that is okay with me as I am not one to rush these things - it is all about the finished page, I want each one to be unique and reflect the person it is about.....I am sure it become easier in time!
Registered: November 3, 2008 Location: Toledo, Ohio Posts: 12268
Sat, Jun 20, 2009 @ 11:58 PM
Linda, This is a beautiful scrapbook page. What a treasure you are creating for your family. For years and years to come this will be enjoyed by family and friends. Your daughter is a cutie and that's a great photo of her in the garden. I just know she is going to love seeing this page and reading what you write. You have such a way with words. Great job!! blessings, shelia
Registered: June 10, 2007 Location: BC Posts: 44871
Sun, Jun 21, 2009 @ 1:43 AM
Beautiful Bronte indeed!! And what a beautiful to celebrate your daughter's lovely self!! Love the all of the beautiful embellies and the colours - I'm certain that it indeed, it took forever!! Bronte is such a pretty pretty name!! lovely indeed!
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Registered: March 24, 2006 Location: Posts: 38587
Sun, Jun 21, 2009 @ 7:50 AM
Oh sweet Bronte! Thank you for sharing this beautiful page, and your wonderful words for Bronte. Your page captures her spirit, and your 'signature' touch of lace makes this page something to treasure!
------------------------------ Pat Smethers "The Lord will guide you always; He will satisfy your needs in a sun scorched land and strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden." Isaiah 58:11
Registered: August 20, 2007 Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada Posts: 11545
Sun, Jun 21, 2009 @ 10:15 PM
What a beautiful page Linda!! I think it is so wonderful that you have found a joy in scrapbooking! I am sure you will cherish this page and the others you will make for many years to come!! Bronte is a sweetheart, this is such a lovely photo!
Thanks for sharing this with us and at Crafty Creations Challenges too!
Registered: May 18, 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 24623
Mon, Jun 22, 2009 @ 1:22 PM
Beautiful Bronte and BEAUTIFUL layout Linda!!! I'm here to tell you that you were made to do scrapbooking with all your storytelling abilities, beautiful layouts and beautiful family also!! I'm so glad you branched out into this. You won't regret it, except for the time and $ it takes!!! LOL!!! Great job my friend!!! TFS!!
------------------------------ Pam Co-Founder of The Punchkateerz! Fan Club Member FS149, QFTD44
