Krislyn Mattei

Add Frills of Foliage With These Leaves Crafts: Scrapbook Borders and DIY Card

Posted on August 6, 2021August 6, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

Yes, flowers are so striking and stunning, but you can’t overlook the importance of foliage. Leaves can definitely add pops of hues, interest, beauty, texture, depth and shade to the landscape — they’re not just “accents,” but rather a stunning foundation for gardens and yards. In fact, leaves are the starring roles in today’s blog, which aptly features the Spring Leaf Punch! Let these leaves crafts — featuring two scrapbook borders and a DIY card — grow on you and make them today! (P.S. This punch will also work beautifully for some upcoming autumn-themed collections… anyone up for raking leaves?)

Welcome Your Memories With This Farmhouse Scrapbook Idea

Posted on July 28, 2021July 28, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

Farmhouse style is warm and approachable, just like the feeling that most people want in their home for themselves and for their guests! And that’s exactly the sentiment you get with the Homestead collection with its designs of reclaimed wood and rustic accents, greenery, neutral hues and more. Combine these elements with the Roundabout Recipe Template, and you’ll loop together a stunning layout that is sure to welcome your photos and precious homestead memories. Take a peek at this farmhouse scrapbook idea to see how!

Highlight Hue-tiful Memories With This Blue Layout

Posted on July 26, 2021July 21, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

Ahh, blue. A hue which oftentimes hails a first-place ranking as humanity’s most preferred shade. This primary tone calls to mind feelings of calmness, serenity, tranquility and peace. And it’s also a primary pigment and top-notch tinge within the Botanical Burst collection! See for yourself with this blue layout and let your creativity flourish with this Grade A shade!

Enjoy Fresh Air Flair With These Park Bench Borders and Pumpkin Borders

Posted on July 22, 2021July 21, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

Winter, spring, summer or fall… Mother Nature always calls! Each season brings their own great bouts of adventures, special moments with friends and family, fresh air fun, connections with nature, health benefits and more! Ready to take on some seasonal style with the bountiful beauties of the You-Pick-It Promo?! Then take a peek at these park bench borders and pumpkin borders!

These Barbed Wire Scrapbook Crafts Will Add Sharp Style

Posted on July 16, 2021July 14, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

For ranchers and farmhands, barbed wire has helped keep livestock within property lines rather than letting the animals graze and roam upon the open range. Well today, we want your creativity to have open range and roam carefree! Get ready for a rustic refresh, country charm and farmhouse finesse, for the Barbed Wire Chain Border Maker Cartridge paired with the Homestead collection will do just that (and with ease!). Check out these barbed wire scrapbook crafts — they’re sure to look extra sharp!

Mow a Fresh Backdrop With This Spring and Summer Scrapbook Idea

Posted on July 13, 2021July 13, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

Green is the hue of spring and summer, as everything comes back to life after a long winter’s slumber. Snow melts, nature rejuvenates, baby wildlife is born and fresh greenery arises everywhere, from apple trees to blades of glass. Green is always in style in these warm-weather months. And the Botanical Burst collection has you covered for springtime and summertime style, as one of the four main hues of the collection features all things green! See for yourself with this spring and summer scrapbook idea!

Create Shipshape Layouts With These Anchor Crafts Featuring The Anchor Punch

Posted on July 12, 2021July 13, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

Anchors have been used for eons as a way to keep boats from drifting off into the vast sea (or even your local lake!) and against currents. And while the anchor is obviously a symbol for open waters and sailing, the anchor also represents hope, stability, security, new journeys, determination, eternal love and loyalty. No matter what an anchor means to you, CM’s Anchor Punch will surely create shipshape projects that dock great detail! Cruise onward with these anchor crafts to see how!

Bring on a New Shade of Style With These Leaf Crafts

Posted on July 8, 2021July 7, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

Fabulous foliage. Mature canopies. Itty-bitty blades. Leaves come in all shapes and sizes and provide great benefits, from providing cooling shade to attracting wildlife, purifying the air and adding beauty to our backyards and communities. Want to add unbe-leaf-able designs to your seasonal spreads? Then rake up these leaf crafts using the Five Leaf Punch (which works perfectly with the Botanical Burst collection!) and get started today.

This Summer Scrapbook Layout Is a Budding Beauty

Posted on July 1, 2021June 30, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

Snapdragons. Bells of Ireland. Peonies. Bluebells. Gardenias. Marigold. Dahlias. Azalea. Sunflowers. Chrysanthemum. Lavender. Myrtle. The list goes on and on and on with flowers and greenery. And just like these budding blooms and lush leaves, endless scrapbooking opportunities can always be pruned and grown, especially with the Botanical Burst collection! If you want to bloom forth brilliance with your next project, dig into that collection (including the Botanical Burst Recipe Template) by giving this summer scrapbook layout a go!

This Easy Baby Scrapbook Layout Is As Cute As a Button

Posted on June 29, 2021June 29, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

Your baby or grandbaby is here. It is an overpowering moment, for this small, already loved person’s life has begun. Welcome to the world. Welcome to your family. If you want to show off your whole wide world, then this easy baby scrapbook layout using the Outta This World collection is a perfect fit! (Cue those cute heart-melting smiles and giggles!)

Author: Krislyn Mattei