ValerieT Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 It's time to kick off the new year by going back to the basics of scrapbooking! Join us on Scrap Girls Forum for "Scrapbooking 101". This challenge focuses on taking time to scrapbook regularly. When the month is over you'll have completed four layouts and hopefully had some fun along the way.A Welcoming Committee Member will post a task each Monday through Saturday from January 1-30. The tasks will be formatted in a LARGE PURPLE FONT for ease of locating them in the game thread as it grows. Some tasks will require message board participation or gallery posting. You will also be given some “homework” to complete!Those who complete and upload all four layouts by 11:59 pm (ET) January 31st will be entered in a drawing to win one of two $10 Gift Certificates to the Scrap Girls Boutique! Each person who completes a layout will be entered – once for each completed challenge page - into a drawing for one of three $3 gift certificates. Here are a couple of tutorials to help you post links and images in this thread. How To Post Links In The Forum Some days we will ask you to post an image of your layout in this thread. Here is how; Make sure you save your layout as a PSD/layered file first. Save your layout as a .JPEG at 72ppi with a size of 4 x 4 inches (288 x 288 pixels) this is smaller than you would normally save for the web. Follow the first part of this tutorial by Carla How To Post Images In The Forum to post your "progress" in the game thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ValerieT Posted January 1, 2016 Author Share Posted January 1, 2016 I will be back a little later with our first task. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lorac Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Sounds like fun. Can't wait to start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbc72 Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 I have a scrapping slacker lately! This sounds like just the push I need to get some layouts done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ValerieT Posted January 1, 2016 Author Share Posted January 1, 2016 Jan 1st For these first two days we will gather some basic supplies to create our four layouts. Imagine that you can only have four collections. Just four. For today’s homework I want you to search the boutique for four collections. Post in this thread what four collections you would get and why? Please note; you do not have to use these collections to create your layouts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ValerieT Posted January 1, 2016 Author Share Posted January 1, 2016 This was hard but I have chosen; Endless Possibilities Collection Biggie - I use this collection all the time, great for boys and girls. Boy Oh Boy Collection Biggie - for boy colours and layouts Shabby Blanc Collection Biggie - got to have a neutral collection Stories We Tell Collection Biggie - love the soft colours, great for more feminine layouts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbc72 Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Only 4 gasp! Full disclosure- I would have to have the Value Packs- not just the Collections World's Best Dad Collection Biggie- Despite it's name, this collection is surprisingly versatile with lots of flowers and neutral colors, as well as some masculine embellies Nassau Collection - Because a beachy/nautical collection is a must in my life! Loving Lavender Collection Biggie - I just love this collection, no idea why, it's not what I would call my "style" but it's got great word art and the colors work together beautifully Simple Joys Collection Biggie - One of my favorite club selections from last year! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marie-Christine Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Brill thanks Valerie, I'm going to try to get back into doing some LO's, been too long. I've been focusing on other projects, which are nearly done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teecee Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 This sounds like it will be fun! I may have to just make myself some time to participate... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ande43 Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 I will be back....SO glad the holidays are over and I can play guilt free again....this sounds fun. We are heading out to a wedding an hour or so away so will be back later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhbren Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 This does sound like fun - and a great prompt to get more scrapping done. Haven't accomplished much in the last month. I'll give this a try, but I will be flying to Canada on January 29, so probably won't be able to finish all tasks on time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marie-Christine Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Nordic Noel because I still feel like Christmas and I love the red colors. http://store.scrapgirls.com/Nordic-Noel.html Love these template by Brandy Murry, so versatile and so many possibilities to create amazing LO's, appeals to my creative side. http://store.scrapgirls.com/Scrap-Simple-Digital-Layout-Templates-Grunge-Block-2.html one of my favorites, love all the writing on the wall look. http://store.scrapgirls.com/Brick-Blenders-Effects-Kit.html Syndee Rogers-Nuckles Scrap Simple Club Oct 2015, love this collection for its endless possibilities as well as art journaling http://store.scrapgirls.com/ScrapSimple-Embellishment-Templates-Art-Mix-Blended.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiza126 Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Is it sad that even 4 layouts in 1 month sound like too much for me?? *sigh* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhbren Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 I searched in my wish list, and found six of many that I'd like to have - and USE. My favorite four of those: My-Merry-Wish-Collection-Mini-2.html - I can't seem to have enough Christmas collections, even though I don't make many Christmas pages; Derby-Collection-Biggie.html - I have several years of David's pinewood derby photos, never scrapped; this might prompt me to use those photos; By-Any-Other-Name-Page-Kit.html - it's beautiful, and lends itself to nature photos - flowers, gardens, spring, maybe fall, and to feminine heritage pages - versatility! Feeling-Good-Collection-Biggie.html - bright, happy, lives up to its name; I can see applying it to all sorts of pages. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elisha Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 I love seeing your picks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheri T Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Eeek, only 4?! You're killing me here. Scrap Girls Day by Day Collection Useful for all sorts of photos Chambray Collection Biggie I adore the colors, patterns and textures in this one Take Wing Collection Biggie Ditto above - I've used this collection on several pages already Wesley's Christmas Collection Biggie I Loooooove the blue in this kit. We seem to have a lot of blue around at Christmas, whether it's in a few decorations or our clothes, I find it works well with our Christmas pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teecee Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Is it sad that even 4 layouts in 1 month sound like too much for me?? *sigh* It sounds like too much for me too, Theresa. I think I'll have fun trying though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teecee Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 It wasn't easy to pick only four, but here are the ones I chose: Autumn Splendor Collection - I love the colors and lots of great word art My Floral Fantasy Collection Mini - I love how it's so soft and feminine . DoodleMeDo Collection - Great b&w with a gorgeous splash or red. Wonderful zentangle elements. I Am Collection Mini - Pretty blues and wonderful blended, grungy papers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
princessrunningfingers Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Jan. 1st. I love these monthly games that we create layouts in. My life has been so busy lately, but when it is one of the monthly games, I manage to keep up somehow. This was not an easy decision to make, but I finally chose four collections: Harvest Spice Collection - I love the colors in this one. Antiquities Collection - The embellishments in this collection just look inspiring. Family Ties Collection - This looks like one that could inspire lots of great family layouts. Hello Baby Collection - I am expecting my first great-granddaughter in February, and this should be very useful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
englishrose Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Count me in - I'm up for a challenge this month. I have chosen Shabby Blanc - I love the neutrals Zoomba - so bright and zingy Through His Eyes - always good to have some masculine embellies Endless Possibilities - another bright collection and quite feminine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbc72 Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Some great choices here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRS Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 I'm excited to get started with this! Sounds like fun! Here is my homework: Seize the Day Collection Biggie I love the green and blue in this collection and it's perfect for nature. Stories We Tell Collection Biggie I love the colors for photos of my dd and for art journaling! First and Goal Collection Although this is geared towards football, I find myself using the papers from this collection for everything!! Main St USA Collection Biggie Being a military family and living so close to D.C., this is a must for me! For homework, that wasn't too bad...limiting it to 4 was the hard part! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapgran Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 Picturesque Collection Biggie - I love the colours & textures in this collection.http://store.scrapgirls.com/Picturesque-Collection-Biggie.htmlFlea Market Collection Biggie - I love the vintage look of this collection.http://store.scrapgirls.com/Flea-Market-Collection-Biggie.htmlDown by the Sea Collection Biggie - Beautiful bright summery collection.http://store.scrapgirls.com/Down-by-the-Sea-Collection-Biggie.htmlNautical by Nature Collection Biggie - With our great weather I love anything to do with the sea.http://store.scrapgirls.com/Nautical-By-Nature-Biggie-Collection.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ValerieT Posted January 2, 2016 Author Share Posted January 2, 2016 I've got lots to do today, so I am posting nice and early. Jan 2nd We can’t create layouts without photos! Well we could, but this month we want all your layouts to contain photos. For today’s homework I want you to search for four sets of photos. One set for each layout we will create this month. You can use any number of photos on your layouts but think carefully about what you choose. What you pick today you must use, in any order, this month. Post in this thread the subject matter of each set of photos you will use. There will be no task tomorrow, Carla will be here on Monday as we start our first layout. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ValerieT Posted January 2, 2016 Author Share Posted January 2, 2016 My four sets of photos are; Ben's school photo. Kiahna posing in new clothes. Kiahna when she lost her first tooth. Some photos of Lauren playing cricket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
princessrunningfingers Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 Jan. 2nd I picked four groups of photos. Amie and Brayden Baking Greyson rides the Polar Express Kaylee and Sampson celebrate New Years Cole and Carley (my grandson and his girl friend) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRS Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 Here are my choices: 1. The girls baking Christmas cookies 2. Buddy opening Christmas presents 3. Our trip to Ft. McHenry 4. Dora playing with string All are from December 2015, so I'll have a good deal of the month scrapped in January, yay! I'll be back Monday with the first task for the week! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapgran Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 Here are my photo sets - Our new English friends What a mess - how the tennant left our house Changi Airport French Cuisine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kivi5 Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 Jan 1 task: 4 collections. Snow Fun Collection Biggie: This would be good for Christmas and winter layouts and even some warm onesGoing Buggy Collection Biggie: This is one of my favorites for summer layouts. I love the colors Camping Out Collection: another favorite for our outdoor activies Outdoor Life collection Biggie: This one would be good for everyday layouts along with the others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhbren Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 Task 2 - four sets of photos As usual, I'm having trouble narrowing down my selections. I've picked six events; I'll mull them over, and post my final decisions later this evening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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