I thought I would end the year by sharing my favorite layouts.
This year as been really good to me scrap wise. I've met some goals that I've had. Made it on 2 design teams, and got accepted in several magazine/book publications. When I get hard copies of those things you bet I will share ;)
Here they are in no particular order:
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This one again...I know you've seen it a few times recently, but I love it!
Even with the dark background it still feels so soft and pretty to me.
I loved these pictures of Nathan and Samantha and it was fun having such a teeny baby at Christmas time.
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These are some of my favorite pictures of Kristen...back before I knew much of anything about photography. A hobby I've always loved and was always practicing at. I love the mix of papers and embellishments on this one. It feels kind of fancy but still has fun little surprises in it.
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Love this picture and I love the colors on this one. Simple, but a little edgy. Love the sentiment....it's totally how I feel, I adore my family!
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LOVE this one! I did it for a manufacturer challenge and got an honorable mention on their site. I think the photo looks so good with these colors and the stitching was really fun. I love how challenges tend to stretch my creativity a bit. I'm also glad that I made sure to record the story of his first day.
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I don't do to many layouts of Nathan anymore, as he doesn't like his photo taken and I've got tons done of him when he was smaller. But I loved these pictures and I like the colors and the edgy feel of it.
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I remember this day like it was yesterday. My cute little Jack thinking he was big enough for school! Too bad he was only 2! I like the mixed title and little banner up there.
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Another set of pictures that I love....are you noticing a common denominator here???? Big fan of aqua this year and love the pinks and grays here. Love the title work too.
Not necessarily a picture that I love (simply because it's got me in it ;) but it's a weekend I'll never forget (and hope to do again sometime) I simply love the design on this! (oh and the colors)
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My Samantha! Love the playfulness of this layout. I'm usually pretty happy about layouts when I'm able to incorporate lots of bits and pieces.
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Last but certainly not least...another one about me! (which, really is surprising!) This one was an assignment for Scrapstreet Magazine. It seemed like a hard topic at first...but I love that it gave me an opportunity to document my love for yellow. And of course....I love all the colors here ;)
Happy New Year Everyone!!!!
Thanks for reading ;)