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Okay, so I admit it- I'm quite hesitant to share this layout with you. Not that I don't like it- it's just that I decided to challenge myself and I came up with something not of my usual "style"...so I'm just uncomfortable showing something that isn't quite "me"...
So what was my challenge? Well, first I was inspired by the current challenge #22 over @ Challenge Me Happy, to use only black and red on a layout. It's been a while since I've been able to participate in one of their challenges and I had a little time the other day and so I committed myself to doing this one- but since black and red aren't my usual colors, I knew I would need to challenge myself:
(1) Actually USE my scraps! *gasp*- you mean, I have to ACTUALLY dig into my OVERflowing stash of SCRAPS?!?!?! Lol...I don't even know why I save them- I really almost NEVER use them...but at times like this, I was glad to have them.
(2) Use up some old products. Uh-oh...another tough one for me. I'm a self-proclaimed addict of anything new, so I am constantly getting new stuff which means I am just as constantly ignoring my older stuff...So I found my almost full sheet of chipboard stickers from the "Toy Box" line by Crate Paper.
(3) No flowers. YEP- NONE! That one has got to be the hardest!! I had a few flowers picked out, thinking I would HAVE to sneak a few in- but I stood strong, and left them off. I KNOW, can't believe it either- but I did it!
Okay...so now it's share time...please be easy on me, lol!!
My little Gunner certainly IS my "Mr. Personality"! He's just such a joy...Here, my husband Josh had just gotten home and was sitting at the computer and Gunner was on the couch behind him. I asked Gunner "Is daddy home?" and he would make this face at his dad- until Josh turned around, when he'd go straight-faced, LOL!! He did this over and over again- you can bet I was there snapping pictures- this is just one of them. Such a silly little guy- LOVE him!!
But anyways, I've got a busy day of kids and Preschool and laundry and the exterminator coming out- we've got carpenter ants and with all of our new construction, we definitely don't want to take any chances.
However, it's National Scrapbook Day tomorrow and you can bet I'll be back with a really great prize to be won!! Yep, ANOTHER giveaway- remember, the Scrap FX Blog Hop is still going on, where you have a chance at my own giveaway, in addition to several others AND a truly amazing one from Scrap FX!! So if you haven't had the chance yet, head to my post using the link at the very top of this page and get going- it'll only take but a few minutes!! :)
Have a good one!
xErin
25 comments:
Erin, I definitely don't see anything lacking on this layout and it still really follows your style! I like that you left the flowers off of this one because I think the CP chipboard elements make a great fill in! I love the fun frame with the twine and the little hat you added to the other photo! Totally awesome layering under your photos!!
Erin, this is fantastic! I still see your style here, even though you didn't add any flowers. Don't you love challenging yourself like this sometimes? I often find that is when I create some of my favorite layouts. This one is great...I love the messy paint splatters, the twine around the frame & the banner pieces! Perfect for the CMH challenge!
Totally one of my faves of yours! LOVE it!! I love all the paint, embellies, pennants, and how you mixed up your title! I think it rocks!
LOL....gotta love boys. This is just so fun and punky. I think you did a fabulous job even though you were outside of your comfort zone. Cute page!
Wow, you totally got this!!! It conveys so much energy and passion, and it's so fitting for a boy page too. Love it Erin and am looking forward to more.
Erin, I love this and still see you in there because it's still amazing, artistic and so creative!! Happy Scrapbooking Day tomorrow, hope you have time to create, wouldn't it be fun if all of us mom's got the day off from "life" and could just scrap the day away tomorrow..? wishful thinking...lol
Wow I love how much movement you have created in this page. Out of your comfort zone maybe but out of this world layout! Tx
It's certainly different to your normal style, but I really like it. The paint splashes and banners look fantastic.
I don't know what you are talking about because this is awesome! I love your banner, twine wrap and paint splatters.
Erin, I forgot to ask you about the sketch you used? Can you share with us where we might find it? I'd love to give it a go. Thanks...XoXo
Fantastic....just as good as your usual flowery pages but different!!! LOVE the paint splats & the way you've used the twine...a real boys LO all the way:):) And well done for being strong & using old stuff & no flowers:):):)
I really love this boys page and I love red and black with white for boys so this page really grabs my attention. I just love it.
Oh I LOVE it!!! So different from your usual style, but still sensational! Those brilliant cheeky photos match the funkiness of what you've done. Love the you've used your scraps...feels good doesn't it ;)
Gosh Erin I had to check the address there - thought I was on the wrong blog! Just love this one even though it is nothing like your signature style. Little boys need their own rough & tumble pages though too and sure that Gunner will be mad about this one - so full of movement! BTW I just LOVE your kids names :)
I love it Erin!!! Flowers or no flowers your layouts are always amazing! Great pics!
Well I think you totally rocked it out of you comfort zone and I love the idea of no flowers, its always interesting to see what one comes up with when these are banished.
What a fantastic layout - I just love it - boys will be boys :)
It's a terrific layout - I love your twine treatment around the frame!
This is fabulous, I don't know why u would show it. It's amazing!!
Gosh Erin, this is by far my favorite layout ... it's simply GORGEOUS
wow! this is just awesome!!!! such a fun and fantastic page! xxx
This is a wonderful page - so many amazing details! You totally rocked this LO - even if it is a departure from your normal style!
This is adorable - I can still see your style in here just in a more masculine way:) It is way cool!!! I really love the paint splatters and the red and black colour scheme.
There should be absolutely no hesitation in sharing this layout! I absolutely adore it in every way. Fabulous job and thanks for joining our challenge!
Ooooo I love this. Ans well done on the no flowers! Thanks for playing along with us at CMH
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