Patriotic Picnic: Sparkling Good Time Layout + Washi Tape Organizer by Mendi

Hello Doodlebugs!  It's Mendi here today with a layout featuring the happy new Patriotic Picnic collection.  I couldn't wait to scrapbook these photos which I knew would be a perfect match for the darling heart with the flag print found on the 4th of july double-sided cardstock!

To create my layout I used a sketch from the upcoming Summer issue of Scrapbook & Cards Today which called for 4 photos.  I decided to steal one of the spots reserved for a photo and turn it into an embellishment opportunity, creating a little scene with some fun stickers from the collection (and one teddy bear sticker from last year's collection).

I created my title block mixing Doodlebug's newest Skinny Cardstock Stickers with my old favorite Love Letters stickers.  Together they were a perfect fit for the space I had to work with.

While I had these yummy papers out I couldn't resist using them on a home decor project that's been on my "to do" list for a couple months now.  I purchased two of the Kaisercraft Beyond The Page 3-drawer Storage Units for my craft room to store all of my washi tapes and I knew the Patriotic Picnic papers would be a great compliment to my space.

I love how well these units stack to save on space.  I am a bit embarrassed to admit I've already filled them, but I did make sure to get units that would be large enough to allow for a bit of growth.

I used Sizzix dies to cut labels from both my paper and chipboard and created custom drawer pulls by stacking Doodlebug buttons with flat white buttons below which I mounted with E6000 adhesive.  I embellished the top of each drawer using Doodlebug's Fancy Frills stickers.

Here's a peek at two of my drawers sorted by color.  Can you tell which two colors are my favorite?  I think it might be time for me to remind myself to "just say no" the next time I'm at the store.  ;)

Here's another look at two of my favorite drawers sorted with Doodlebug's yummy array of novelty washi tapes.  I love how each drawer will hold at least 36 standard rolls which adds up to space to hold over 108 rolls per unit!

I can't tell you how excited I am to finally have all my tapes together in one spot and easily accessible.  No more fishing them out from the bottom of a jar.  I hope my projects today have inspired you in your own crafty endeavors!  :)

Patriotic Picnic: Home of the Free Layout by Stephanie

Hi everyone! Stephanie here to share my layout made with the new Patriotic Picnic collection. This was a fun one to play with, I like when there are lots of different collection bits and pieces to to choose from and this one has a ton! My little embellishing heart was very happy making this.

Home of The Free, By Stephanie Buice:

For this layout I decided to scrap a picture of my little niece, she looks so happy sitting there in that hammock and I can't wait to add this layout to her keep sake book.

I decided to do an angled design on top and keep the bottom Straight.

I really had fun layering in so many different patterns on this one. At first I was afraid that it would be a little busy so I kept the rest of the layout very clean. I added in lots of stitching and couldn't wait to use one of the Mini Pinwheels and Pixies. I used some of the Pixie Straws to anchor them down and some Mini Doodle-Pops to give it a little something extra.

If you're a scrapper who likes to make sure all your patriotic holiday are in the books this is the collection for you!

Thanks for stopping by and I hope you have a great day!

Stephanie.

Patriotic Picnic: Treat Basket and Party Decor by Silvia

Hello, hello!

Silvia here, showing you the gorgeous "Patriot Picnic" collection.

I thought I'd use it in something that can look great and this decoration will look wonderful in your celebration.

 

So, I decorated a basket that holds popcorn bags with patterned paper and stickers. The basket has red Paper Doilies, they look fantastic!

With a hat made with starred paper I start the decoration. I used Doodle Pops beside it.

I continued with the Mini Pinwheels along the handle of the basket, and finished with a big bow!! 

I used Pixies to decorate the apple pie, and I used a Pixie and Washi Tape for the little red glass with candies.

  

The bottle was decorated with paper, fancy frills and twine. 

 

The invitations are so cute!! Look at the ants walking there!!!

 Well, I enjoyed a lot making this arrangement, hope you enjoy it as much as I did making it!!

And remember, I love to read your comments.