Hey there, Pinkfresh Studio fans!
I’m so excited to be part of the Pinkfresh Studio Birthday Bash blog hop to celebrate Pinkfresh’s 4th birthday!! I love that the card making and scrapbooking team have joined forces to bring you lots of awesome, inspiring projects. And of course, there’s also something to win, so make sure to read till the end to find out what you have to do π
Since we were free to pick whatever PFS products we wanted to use, I decided on using the “A Case of the Blahs” collection because this is the one I have used the least so far.
I kept my layout rather simple and used almost no patterned paper. I only used a strip of the Meh paper on the left side of my layout and a small piece of the Messy paper to mat my photo. All the rest of the bits and pieces on my page are from the ephemera pack, the puffy stickers, the chipboard stickers and the cardstock stickers. I also used some of the enamel dots to finish off the layout, and of course some paint splatters.
Those cute little gray triangle clusters mixed in with the paint splatters came from a stamp from the Playful Animal Friends 1 stamp set (there’s also a No. 2 with even more cute critters and small patterns) – I LOVE those two stamp sets. Probably even more for all the small shapes and patterns than for the animals, haha.
Because I used so many pieces from the chipboard stickers and ephemera pack for my photo cluster, I was able to get a lot of dimension without adding any foam adhesive. When a layout is as simple as this, I like to have at least a lot of dimension and texture on it to give it a little something. It’s a bit difficult to see in these photos, but behind the photo cluster and also in the top left and bottom right corner I used a stencil with some straight lines and white modelling paste to add that little bit of texture.
When I was almost done with the layout and only needed to add my journaling, I ran into the problem that I didn’t really have any space left on the layout where the journaling would fit and look good. And because I had already glued all the layers of my photo cluster together, I couldn’t slip a tag in there. So I thought I would use a trick that I learned from my friend Jana while watching her process videos (do yourself a favour and check her channel out!): I used my x-acto knife to cut a small slit on the top edge of my photo cluster and then just slipped my tag (from the Mix No. 2 ephemera pack) in there. Easy peasy π
I hope my project inspires you and that you have fun on this hop!
And now, what would a Birthday celebration be without gifts? π To be entered to win $40 worth of Pinkfresh Studio products, all you have to do is leave a comment on this blogpost (and be sure to stop by the Pinkfresh Studio blog to win a $100 gift card to the PFS store and all the other ladies who have something to give away, too π There’s SO MANY gifts on this hop ). Entries close on Monday, April 9th at 6am PST. Winners will be posted on the Pinkfresh Blog on Monday April, 9th at 12:30pm PST.
Want even more chances to win? Then check out the Pinkfresh Studio Instagram feed today for even more prizes and giveaways!
Blog Hop Line Up
Kathleen GramΓΌller (you are here π )
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manasa
love the layout!
Linda
Absolutely lovely!
Sophie
Omg… this would be a dream come true! I love Pinkfresh studio!!
Lololoveeee!!!
Kat Harrison-Dibbits
Gorgeous layout – so bright and springtime feeling!
Vania Fonseca
Beautiful layout! it’s a great collection to document the everyday life π
Sylvia Held
I love your layouts and your style!Clean,fresh,simple and a lot of white!?The pinkfresh studio products matches perfectly!
Linda E
Beautiful layout! And such a pretty collection!
maria f.
Would LOVE to be the winner of this yumminess. Of course, I’d love to have your talent at light and airy designs too!
Jana
wonderful layout especially i like your idea (or Jana idea)for hidden journaling!
Inna L.
Ich mag sehr deine Art? vielen Dank fΓΌr’s Teilen! Liebe GrΓΌΓe inna
Kari VanNoy
This is really lovely. Your layers are fabulous!
Marjorie DUMONTIER
Thatβs such a lovely creation !
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Renee VanEpps
Super cute, love the dimension and use of stitching!
Julie {CalleLillyCafe}
I miss scrapbooking! Love your layout! The layers & tiny details too!
Made By Fairy Sky
Good job ! Thanks for sharing !
Larissa Heskett
SQUEAL!! BEAUTIFUL Layout!! THANKS for sharing and have a FABULOUS Weekend!! =)
D.Ann C
What a lovely little layout! So fun!
Congrats to Pinkfresh on their 4th anniversary!
F. Andre
Super cute layout with this fab collection.
Sarina Coffin
I loved the Case of the Blahs collection as soon as I saw it! Your layout is amazing! Love the little clusters on your page! With 7 kids I understand and appreciate what you say by ‘me time’! Excellent job and thank you for sharing! <3
Sharon Taylor
Oh my …. βA Case of the Blahsβ .. this is a must have! What a brilliant collection. This is why I love blog hops … discovering new and wonderful products. Thanks for sharing.
Stacy Breidenbach
Love all the layers
Sue D
Wonderful layout!
Teresa Doyle
A great layout Kathleen, lots of element to add interest and I love the tag for your journaling. Sometimes those’happy accidents’ make us think more creatively and end up being a better idea. A great save!
Jnana Bryant
Love the way you layered the different elements! All together really makes a great effect!
ronette m fajardo
I think itβs an awesome layering of different elements on your page! I love it!
Dana W
Sweet layout!! Lots of awesome layers!!
Annalisa
Oooo, I don’t think I’ve ever seen layered ephemera quite like that. What a great idea! I’ll have to keep that in mind for some ephemera sets that I have laying around. I’m impressed that even with all those layers you managed to keep the layout quite CAS. Thanks for sharing such great ideas with us!
Charly
What a awesome page. Something to surely cherish!
Kris Reeves
Lots of lovely layers going on there!
Ashwini
Fun layout! Love the little embellishments in the corners, as well as the “main” part.
Miriam Prantner
Great layout! I am loving all the layers and the ephemera you used!
Cathy Lillie
Such a crisp, clean layout! I love how you tucked the journaling tag behind the photo cluster. Very clever!
Michelle Hackett
Love all the little elements in this layout.
Laura Gauthier Turcotte
what a geat layout!! so much details.
Raga Senthil
Beautiful layout with wonderful details.??
Kirsty Vittetoe
So many wonderful details in this beautiful layout!
Cynthia Cole
Such a fun layout page!
Christie
I like that you still made this look cheery despite the collection title =D
Stefanie White
Iβm so happy I did this blog hop and got introduced to your IG! I love your style! Clean without being stark! I canβt wait to insta-stalk you! ( sorry, that sounds creepy) lol!!
Dee Earnshaw
super layout – thanks for sharing π
Karthikha Uday
Wonderful layout π
Arianna Barbara
Wow! Gorgeous layout!!!
candace hendrick
Love the tip thanks. Will have to try that on purpose myself. π
Dawn Riddle
Awesome layout!! I love it β€
gabriele
great layout
Brandi R
Fun layout! Love it β₯
Angela Tombari
I love this layout! Actually, I love all your layouts!!
Michelle Gallant
This is so very beautiful!
Carrie Erickson
Love this page Kathleen! I love the way you clustered everything in the center behind the photo. Thanks for sharing!
Amanda-Jayne Baldwin
You already know how much I adore your creating Kathleen! You have such a way with layers and seeing the extraordinary in the everyday moments – so talented! xo
Britney Ritchey
Nice!
Maranda M.
Great job, Kathleen! Thanks for sharing!
Kira N.
I love your layout and the tip about adding the tag at the end. I’ll need to remember this the next time I don’t have anywhere to journal.
Sandy S.
Great layout~thanks for sharing!
Claudia Fuentes Osorio
Hermoso diseΓ±o muchas gracias por compartirlo, me encanta la disposiciΓ³n utilizada por usted!!
Lindsey
What a cool layout!
Jeannie F
I really like your layout. I struggle with layering elements on my scrapbook pages. Your page gives me inspiration to try harder!
Christa Stokes
Love your use of white space.
Melody_W
What an inspiring layout ! The rituals part made me smile ! TFS.
Denise Bryant
Pretty page! Love those houses!
Cynthia Johnson
What an awesome layout. I love the “Rituals.”
Jocelyn
What a beautiful layout. I think sometimes a feel so intimated because of the super frilly and very embellished projects that Iβve seen. Itβs nice to be reminded that I can mix things up and that sometimes less is, well simply beautiful! Thanks for sharing!
Maryam
Pretty design, love your layout.
Cynthia Clark
Fantastic layout!
Cris Walton
nice layering!
Michelle
Great layout! I love the “messy” embellishments, which aren’t messy at all…but wonderful artsy additions. So fresh and fun!
Karen S.
Very pretty layout. Thank you for sharing.
Kathy Mccluskey
Love your layout, Kathleen! Those little houses are so cute! So creative!!
Gwen
Beautiful layout, love all the stickers, etc!
jen forster
Super cool layout! Love your layering
Glorie
Great idea about the hidden tag for journalling.
Amy Cooley
This is a very sweet layout. I like all the cute little embellishments in the soft colors.
Iris Soscia
Nice layout – love the houses.
Nathalie O
Love how it is all pieced together so beautifully. Thanks for sharing
Monica W
Waht a fun layout!
chark
love those houses–perfect touch!
Brande Davison
Oh wow, love yoir page design!
Kelly
Great layering
Jean Chaney
Lots of fun things going on in this pretty layout!
Kim A.
What a great way to add your journaling, fun layout!!
NUNZIA CARUSIO
Beautiful LO and paper and embellishments combination choices.
Nunzia
Jodi
Super interesting and creative layout!
Dana M
What a lovely layout! I love your balance of elements and white space – masterful.
MelissaF
Wow, great layout design for your pretty page, love these colors!
Carol McGregor
Love the design, color and grouping of your layout. Great job.
Michelle Christ
Cute page! Love the design!
Sharron Gregory
Fabulous layout–love the wonderful layering!
Isabel Z
Love what you created!!!
Kelly Butler
Wonderful layout! Very creative
Veronique Viker
Pretty layout π
Cindy C.
Fun layout!!
Becca Yahrling
I won this collection awhile ago but haven’t used it yet (we’ve been moving – ugh! And talk about a case of the blahs. haha). So I’m happy to see you use it & thank you for the inspiration.
Betsy Golan
What a fun and flirty layout!!! It’s so fresh. Great job!
Betty Sue
Your layout is so clean and fresh! Love it!
Barbara Morales
What a fun page.
Donna L Flowers
Very nice layout. I like using lots of ephemera so your page really struck a cord with me and you saved the day with your little trick of creating the slit to slide in your journaling card. Thanks for sharing!
Disha Lohiya
Lovely layout. Loved the trick u learnt from Jana and shared with us. Thank you.
Shawn Wenrich
Love your layout and this collection is perfect for your project!
SentSue
Love a lot of clean, white space! Great layout!
Lisa Stolp
Cute layout. Sometimes simple is the best way to go. Love the layers.
Jeanne Beam
Love your layout. It is so lovely.. Thanks for sharing….
Deb
So very nice, cheery and love it!!!!
Isabelle
Awesome creation !
amy
Absolutely fantastic!
Beatrix Revhelyi
I love this soft layout, so nice! All those layers and details are perfect. ?
Leslee B
Lots of great layering here.
Holly
Great page! I love all those little textures you used to fill in the backgrounds. The triangles look like tiny hearts!
Teresa Selby
Love your layout! The colors went well with your theme. Thanks for sharing and have a wonderful week.
Sylvia
Perfect layout Kathleen, the collection goes so well with your photo.. love the colors
keiren dunfee
So many beautiful details and special touches, very lovely!
Lea Lawson
This is so gorgeous, Kathleen! I adore the clustering you’ve done…so amazing! β₯β₯
Stefanie
Cute page. Love how you found a place for your journaling card.
Debbie Rumpza
Very cute layout.
Keena
Adorable page! I love all the layers !
Joyannie
Love the layers of details embedded and deployed into your workβ¦I am RELAXED
Peggy M
Lovely page! Thank you for sharing!