February sketch

[tulip918]

I have already heard requests for the new sketch. You guys are going to keep me on the ball! I am so glad that you had fun in January and are eager to participate in the Feb. Challenge. Once again, I have choosen a sketch by Becky Fleck of Pagemaps. (http://www.pagemaps.com/) Check out her site, she has sketches to get you out of almost any creative block. Chris has again provided us with a few goodies to help us complete this page. This month she even encourages us to use the pen tool. I need a little help with this one. You will have until February 28, to complete this challenge. Feel free to change the sketch to fit your individual page. Please post your completed layout in this forum for everyone to enjoy. Can't wait to see them all.
Rosalie

[tulip918]

Your cutter and pen files are attached. Yep, pen files. Now you should be off and running. Rosalie

[dkclaussen]

I had so much fun doing the last challenge I've been stalking waiting for the new one.

The pen tool? What the ... :confused:!! Never tried it. This should be interesting.

[luv2bmamaw]

:confused: Me either! So, if it's okay, will tweak my way some. :p

[grandmaper]

Well, I have never used the pen tool before, so I just played a bit, and it worked out okay, but I do want to explore it more, when I have more time. Now, for a funny on this, Rosalie will recognize most of the elements with this page, LOL. We belong to a small group in our community, and had a page kit swap, this was her contribution, the paper, flowers, ribbon, and the brad thing. This is my take on the challenge, thanks so much for the files, Chris, and thanks for the challenge Rosalie.

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb44/grandmaper6/100_0320.jpg

[Games]

I have used a gel pen with the multi purpose tool in my knk element. In order for this to work you have to take the pen apart. I think there was a utube video on this. If not I know a designer at paperthreads "Eddita (http://accentsbyeddita.blogspot.com/)" has it on her blog. On the left side under quick and dirty tuts for the knk. If this is not ok to post, please delete. Hope it helps.

[aussie_caz]

Well, I have never used the pen tool before, so I just played a bit, and it worked out okay, but I do want to explore it more, when I have more time. Now, for a funny on this, Rosalie will recognize most of the elements with this page, LOL. We belong to a small group in our community, and had a page kit swap, this was her contribution, the paper, flowers, ribbon, and the brad thing. This is my take on the challenge, thanks so much for the files, Chris, and thanks for the challenge Rosalie.

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb44/grandmaper6/100_0320.jpg

Great layout! love your layering :)

cheers, caz

[aussie_caz]

here is my take on the sketch

http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn157/aussie_caz/aussie_caz_BubbleFun.jpg

It is a digital scrap page. I used some of the files from Chris for this challenge and also "Bracket Jumble with Bubbles".

cheers, caz

[tulip918]

Well, I have never used the pen tool before, so I just played a bit, and it worked out okay, but I do want to explore it more, when I have more time. Now, for a funny on this, Rosalie will recognize most of the elements with this page, LOL. We belong to a small group in our community, and had a page kit swap, this was her contribution, the paper, flowers, ribbon, and the brad thing. This is my take on the challenge, thanks so much for the files, Chris, and thanks for the challenge Rosalie.

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb44/grandmaper6/100_0320.jpg

Of course I love your paper choice! I can't believe how quickly you finished this. Thanks again for playing along. Now to get a few of those others to join us!

[tulip918]

here is my take on the sketch

http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn157/aussie_caz/aussie_caz_BubbleFun.jpg

It is a digital scrap page. I used some of the files from Chris for this challenge and also "Bracket Jumble with Bubbles".

cheers, caz
I love the bubble bracket.... How many kids are in that bathtub!

[aussie_caz]

Thanks, and that bathtub was so small too, but they all loved getting in together LOL

cheers, caz

[grandmaper]

Caz, I love the layout, esp. the bubble bracket. Very cute.

Mary

[aussie_caz]

Caz, I love the layout, esp. the bubble bracket. Very cute.

Mary


Thank you , I was pleased with the way it turned out!

cheers, caz

[Games]

Nice job ladies. I hope to work on this tonight or the morning. Hubby is gone but I do have a few house things to get done as well. YUCK!

[rpcrafter]

Here is mine for the Feb. sketch challenge. I used the pen tool to draw the lines on the bracket box. I also used Chris's flower (except the center is a button), triangular tab and the bracket box. I also welded the title myself. My butterfly in the upper left is 3D.

Thanks for another great challenge. I am really enjoying these sketches. It is really making me think outside the box.

Renae

[craftylass]

What are pen files and tool please?

[aussie_caz]

Here is mine for the Feb. sketch challenge. I used the pen tool to draw the lines on the bracket box. I also used Chris's flower (except the center is a button), triangular tab and the bracket box. I also welded the title myself. My butterfly in the upper left is 3D.

Thanks for another great challenge. I am really enjoying these sketches. It is really making me think outside the box.

Renae

This is a gorgeous layout, I love the papers and the colours you have used. I adore that butterfly!

cheers, caz

[tulip918]

Here is mine for the Feb. sketch challenge. I used the pen tool to draw the lines on the bracket box. I also used Chris's flower (except the center is a button), triangular tab and the bracket box. I also welded the title myself. My butterfly in the upper left is 3D.

Thanks for another great challenge. I am really enjoying these sketches. It is really making me think outside the box.

Renae

Very nice, I like how you turn the sketch on it's side. Rosalie

[tulip918]

What are pen files and tool please?

What machine are you using? Maybe some other members can jump in here. I have the craft robo and it came with a green holder that look similar to the blade holders, except, it does not have a blade, but a place to slide a pen into. You can draw designs, instead of cutting them.
I am really not familiar with what options are available with other machines.
Rosalie

[ChrisDurnan]

Cricut has markers that fit into the blade housing.

Knk has a multi-use tool that you can fit pens into and you have to change it in the software.

I know my Craft Robo also has the same type of situation.

It is just the matter of replacing your blade with a pen, reducing the pressure and drawing your shape!
Enjoy!
Chris

[Games]

Don't forget the KNK came with a pen holder and it has the pen setting in plot defaults or cut>plot>change tool to pen>cut. Mine gives me a error of pen tool click OK and it draws.

[Sandra from NC]

WOW - your layouts are awesome ladies! I hope to get to this in 2 weeks.

the WB also has a pen tool but I haven't found a scrappbooking pen that fits it. any ideas?

[Games]

I got the page ready but the picture is getting some work (dubbed). SO it is without the picture. This was fun and my very first flower of this type. The flower was tan paper sprayed with graphite glimmer mist. Page has some Disney, sizzix, cardstock, a Mickey Mouse balloon brad, Disney sticker, Stardust clear pen, and Chris' files. Thanks Chris.

[ChrisDurnan]

Wow everyone has done some really nice work!

[CutThatOut]

I'd like to do this challenge. The last time I did one of Chris' challenges was in the fall. Looking forward to doing this one.

[ChrisDurnan]

I am running the Cutter file challenge on my blog. Email me if you would like the files for it. Rosalie is running this sketch challenge and Dana is running a file challenge as well. Lots of opportunities to play with your cutter!
Enjoy!
Chris

[aussie_caz]

I got the page ready but the picture is getting some work (dubbed). SO it is without the picture. This was fun and my very first flower of this type. The flower was tan paper sprayed with graphite glimmer mist. Page has some Disney, sizzix, cardstock, a Mickey Mouse balloon brad, Disney sticker, Stardust clear pen, and Chris' files. Thanks Chris.

Your flower is gorgeous! I love that you were able to use a Mickey brad as the centre :)

cheers, caz

[Sandra from NC]

Got mine completed today! I love this file of elements! They cut wonderfully. the flower is awesome! I used a poinsettia charm (www.acharmingplace.com) in the middle of the flower. I colored it with a red sharpie.

This is the right size of a two page layout. I did the left side last month.

[aussie_caz]

Got mine completed today! I love this file of elements! They cut wonderfully. the flower is awesome! I used a poinsettia charm (www.acharmingplace.com) in the middle of the flower. I colored it with a red sharpie.

This is the right size of a two page layout. I did the left side last month.

This is a lovely layout! Buddy looks as tough he is having a ball!

cheers, caz

[Games]

Thank you. They all look great. Keep up the great work, everyone!

[paminsd]

Sandra, I really like your layout, it's great!!!! I played with mine last night, just need to glue everything down and I'll try to post later tonight.
Pam in SD

[paminsd]

Ok, I finally got this one finished, and OMG I have to work tomorrow, what am I doing up so late??? The thing I'm most proud of is the title that I welded and outlined and cut out, took me a long time to get it like I wanted, I'm such a beginner at this stuff! I wigged out on the pen drawing, just didn't think I had a brain for it, so rick rack works doesn't it? The printed papers are from Bo Bunny Shabby Princess line, using up my older stuff. The pic is of me and my granddaughter in 05, as I was cleaning up my scrapbook room I found this old picture, and I thought it's good enough and already 5x7. Enjoy.
Pam in SD
journaling: Chelsea always loves to come to the scrapbook store when I'm working. She plays with punches, cuts paper shapes, and draws with markers. She's a little scrapper!

[ChrisDurnan]

Very nice Pam!

[aussie_caz]

This is lovely Pam, love your colours and the ric-rac just adds that little extra :)

cheers, caz

[tulip918]

Very nice Pam!

[luv2bmamaw]

This is so nice, Pam... love the title!!! (now, get some sleep!!) LOL!

[paminsd]

Thank you all for your nice compliments.
Pam in SD

[CutThatOut]

I am running the Cutter file challenge on my blog. Email me if you would like the files for it. Rosalie is running this sketch challenge and Dana is running a file challenge as well. Lots of opportunities to play with your cutter!
Enjoy!
Chris

Thanks for the clarification, Chris. I'm still feeling my way around. Just took a look at the files for the challenge on your blog, and think I can come up with something. I'll email you.

Hope to still be able to do this challenge, Rosalie.

~~ Brett

[mapitt]

I have really enjoyed seeing the various takes on the sketch. I chose to do a card for a friend recently diagnosed w breast cance.

[tulip918]

Thanks for the clarification, Chris. I'm still feeling my way around. Just took a look at the files for the challenge on your blog, and think I can come up with something. I'll email you.

Hope to still be able to do this challenge, Rosalie.

~~ Brett

Brett,
This challenge will run until the end of Feb. so please join us. We would love to see lots of people participate. You are welcome to check out the January sketch as well. That is listed under the sketch challenges / january sketch. We have already completed the January challenge, but the files are still there if you want to challenge yourself. Can't wait to see what you come up this. Rosalie

[luv2bmamaw]

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t39/MAPowell58/DSCN1901-1.jpg

I tried for several hours to get right lighting.. finally come up with...
"GET A BETTER CAMERA"! :D >>(hmmm.. this may open up another topic converse!! LOL!)
I hope this is visible enough for everyone.
Materials used:
Papers- Daisy D, Chatterbox, River Rock(provo craft)
Stickles
Stitch rub-ons (no, didn't use the pen tool--don't have the pen!;))
Inks- CTMH, Colorbox(Cateye)
Primas Flower
Made title in C&C using French Script font

[aussie_caz]

Great layout! love your papers :)

cheers, caz

[memrybug]

Enjoyed seeing everyone's layouts. Each one is wonderful! I will play along this month too but it will likely be the end of the month before I get it posted. Always getting in at the last minute. Thank God for deadlines or I'd never get anything done. *smile*

[hrk_md]

The layouts for this sketch have been great. I have really enjoyed seeing the different papers used together with the elements.
Here is my use of the sketch. Since I pretty much scrap in only 2 page layouts, I expanded the sketch once again to a second page.
Here is actually the right side, but it is the sketch
http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr263/hrkalish/P2083949-for-web-1.gif
and here is the left side, which I think went great with this sketch and I even used one of the cut elements and the pen tool on this side
http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr263/hrkalish/P2083948-for-web.gif
Can't wait til next month
Heather

[paminsd]

Mapitt, your card is very nice, I hope it cheers your friend. luv2Bmamaw I wish I could see your layout bigger, it looks fantastic! Heather, you used the pen tool!! Wow, I need to know how you did that, also the stork is really cute. What great projects y'all are posting!
Pam in SD

[ChrisDurnan]

Everyones pictures looooook awesome!!

Okay Heather. Which pen did you use and which machine did you use? Just wondering.
Thank you again for everyone jumping in!
Enjoy!
Chris

[hrk_md]

I have the new Gazelle, which is wonderful cause it lets you use pretty much any pen you want to in the holder. I used a zig pen and just put the lines inside where the paper would be cut. With the funtime program, where you see the stuff on the page is where the gazelle cuts it, so I told it to trace the lines first, then I cut out around it.
Thanks for all the compliments.
Heather

[luv2bmamaw]

I resized it to make it bigger-- woo-hoo! Just found that option!! :D Isn't technology grand???!!!
Thanks so much for kind words-- now, gotta get at doing some more!! I'm in the mood.. but first have to go to my fathers house and spruce it up a bit-- (them bachellors sure can be messy!!) :D

[tulip918]

Melody,
I really like the sepia photos with the deep burgundy paper. It looks stunning.

Heather, I really like how you added the second page. I just might scraplift that. Thanks.

Rosalie

[paminsd]

Melody, thanks for making it bigger, it is really good!
Pam in SD

[tulip918]

Here's my version. I am planning second page, but decided to wait until i had a few photos of spring soccer as well.

Here's my list of supplies:
Pagemaps sketch
DCWV cardstock
Bo Bunny papers
Bazzill Rick Rack
Beloved Keepsakes title
Chris's Durnan's journal block and tab
Lil Davis designs Chipboard
Stickabilities stickers

I used the pen tool on my craft robo, but I used a plain ordinary ball point. I am not satisfied, I will keep looking for a pen that fits the holder.

[tulip918]

It would be helpful to attach the photo! Sorry! Rosalie

[aussie_caz]

what a fantastic layout! I love it, the colours are great and I love that photo, what a smile :)

cheers, caz

[Scrapbookinggoddess]

Sorry I have been off of here for a few! I am glad to see the new challenge! I love to use my pen tool. I can't wait to give this one a go.

[paminsd]

GREAT layout Rosalie, everything works, cute kid too.
Pam in SD

[dkclaussen]

I'm loving everyone's color combinations this month!

[scrappinmama]

Here's what I came up with:
http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c127/krkrump/P1090335.jpg

[tulip918]

Very nice! I love purple on layouts. Thanks for playing. Rosalie

[aussie_caz]

Here's what I came up with:
http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c127/krkrump/P1090335.jpg


great layout! I too, love the colours you have used :)

cheers, caz

[Sandra from NC]

another beautiful layout!

[luv2bmamaw]

Beautiful, Karen!

PS>>> I have just recently purchased some pens online, and expecting them just any day soon!! Can't wait to try them out!!:D

[ChrisDurnan]

You guys are doing awesome with all the challenges wow!

[aprilpzzl]

Adorable pages, Gals. Thanks for the challenge, Chris. I'll give it a try~never tried the pens. April

[luv2bmamaw]

Melody, thanks for making it bigger, it is really good!
Pam in SD

You so very welcome, Pam!

Rosalie---Thank you, Thank you! :)

[nztreasure]

Hi there, Ive pretty much done my page using the cuts and sketch. I cant seem to find pens to fit my wishblade here in New Zealand - what are you using?? :confused:

[nztreasure]

My first challenge here - woohoo :)

Ive used white bazzill, daisy bucket paper, black thickers and 2 pieces of paper from my scrap paper box and a wee bling flower.

Thanks for the fabulous challenge.

[tulip918]

Thank-you for joining us, nztreasure. Your layout is really cute. Rosalie

[paminsd]

Very pretty nztreasure! I've never used a pen either, I'm still a beginner on my cutter.
Pam in SD

[aussie_caz]

gorgeous layout nztreasure, love that photo :)

cheers, caz

[sussann]

Another great sketch challenge! Thanks for posting it, and Chris, thank you for the files. This is from Christmas day. Hubby had to be a little goofy with his new Packers "hat".

[paminsd]

Cute layout sussann.
Pam in SD

[paminsd]

Cute layout sussann.
Pam in SD

[paminsd]

OOPS, I didn't think the first one posted, now there are two! Now it's telling me that the forum requires that you wait 45 seconds between posts. Please try again in 2 seconds......
I am not that fast a typer! Guess it's my computer. LOL
Pam in SD:D

[aussie_caz]

lavely page sussann, your christmas tree looks very colourful!

cheers, caz

[sussann]

Thanks, Caz. I've tried to do nice, pretty uniform trees in the past and I just can't handle it. I have so many odds and ends ornaments that have sentimental attachments that I just can't do a "theme" tree. My hubby says our trees are nice and loud!

[aussie_caz]

Thanks, Caz. I've tried to do nice, pretty uniform trees in the past and I just can't handle it. I have so many odds and ends ornaments that have sentimental attachments that I just can't do a "theme" tree. My hubby says our trees are nice and loud!


and that's just the way I like 'em LOL

cheers, caz

[grandmaper]

sussann, very cool layout. My tree is the same way, and always will be. I'm like you, just too many special ornaments. Thanks for sharing your layout.

[grandmaper]

nztreasure, this is one of the neatest layouts, love what you did with the sketch. Fantastic subject matter. Thanks for sharing.

[grandmaper]

It would be helpful to attach the photo! Sorry! Rosalie


Yeah Rose, LOL!! I think I have already told you how much I love this layout, and that Ben, just too cute.

[grandmaper]

I love this sketch so much, thanks Rose, so decided to use it again. Again, working on my granddaughter's books to get them done for her graduation.

BTW, many thanks also to Chris.

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb44/grandmaper6/100_0350.jpg

[ChrisDurnan]

very nice and your welcome!!

[tulip918]

Mary,

I'm afraid you might not ever finish. LOLs! That gorgeous girl has so many fantastic photos!
Thanks for playing along twice!

Rosalie

[CutThatOut]

Brett,
This challenge will run until the end of Feb. so please join us. We would love to see lots of people participate. You are welcome to check out the January sketch as well. That is listed under the sketch challenges / january sketch. We have already completed the January challenge, but the files are still there if you want to challenge yourself. Can't wait to see what you come up this. Rosalie

Thanks Rosalie. Sorry it took me so long to respond. Meant to get back to you sooner after I read your response, but have had some internet connection problems for the last couple of days.

I'm still going to try to complete this by tomorrow. So I better get started tonight. :)

[CutThatOut]

I completed the LO for this challenge last night. The printer didn't pick up the colors of the photo. I'm going to try to get a better print to replace it. This is what I came up with. Used the pen tool on the title, journaling block, and for the zigzag on the strip. Used a black glaze pen. The strips are a light blue, but doesn't show up well in photo.

Haven't finished looking at everyone's projects for this challenge, but like those I've seen. Everyone's so talented.

I'm going to do the January challenge, Rosalie.

~~ Brett

[paminsd]

Brett, Great layout!
Pam in SD

[tulip918]

Brett, Thanks for playing. Rosalie

[memrybug]

Nothing like cutting it right to the wire. *smile* I finished my layout this evening around 10:30 p.m. I tried to take a photo but the flash on the camera was too bright. I will take a photo to share tomorrow. I love these challenges and seeing what everyone does with them!!

[ChrisDurnan]

Those are all so awesome. I am so amazed at the different takes on each sketch.

Enjoy!
Chris

[aussie_caz]

great page Brett, love the font you used for your title :)

cheers, caz

[tulip918]

Thanks to all for participating. I will be drawing a name for a winner in the next couple of days. Rosalie

[CutThatOut]

Thanks for your kind words. Caz, the font is AR Bonnie.

~~ Brett

[aussie_caz]

Thanks for your kind words. Caz, the font is AR Bonnie.

~~ Brett

Thanks for letting me know Brett, it is very effective!

cheers, caz

[Games]

Nice job Brett and everyone. I bet the hostess is glad she doesn't have to pick a winner. I'd never be able to do it. Drawing is the best. Good luck everyone. Thanks for the challenges!

[tulip918]

What a great sketch challenge we had this month. We had a total of 15 people participate. That's fantastic! I would love to see this challenge continue to grow.

This month's participation prize was a random drawing for 1 single file from the store valued under $5 (no collections please.) The winner is paminsd,

Congratulations Pam! Please PM Chris your file selection and she will get it out to you. Congrats again. Thanks for playing. Rosalie


Stay tuned for March's sketch. Both Chris and I were a little busy the last week of Feb. and we are still working on the details. I can tell you that it is a card sketch and should be easy to do.

See you soon. Rosalie

[Games]

Congrats paminsd!

Can't wait for the challenge.

[aussie_caz]

Congrats Pam... well done!!

cheers, caz

[grandmaper]

Congrats to Pam!!!! I loved doing this challenge, was fun to finally use my pen, lol. Am looking forward to the next one.

[paminsd]

OMGosh, I was reading along and all of a sudden I see my name!!!!!!WHOO HOOOOO Thank you so much. I am so excited. I really really enjoy the challenges, kept them coming!!!!
Pam in SD

[nztreasure]

congratulations Pam! :)

[JessinJapan]

Hey Rosalie,
For some reason, I am not able to open up the March Sketch Challenge. Chris and I are trying to figure this one out. :)

Well I would like to join the March Challenge.

Is there a way you can email me on this?? :)

Sorry, my name is Jessica.

My email is jnjpain@gmail.com

Thanks again Chris for letting me Join. :)

Jess

[ChrisDurnan]

Jess got into the March one. :-)
She had to clear her cookies!!
Not fun when you browser becomes the cookie monster.

Enjoy!
Chris

[CutThatOut]

Pam, congrats on your win.