Cute Axolotl; PCC Project

Hi there, I have a fun updo project using the Cute Axolotl SVG from Printable Cuttable Creatables. I’m going to be honest, I’ve never even heard of an axolotl until my granddaughter came over wearing an axolotl pajama zip up on Christmas day.

I didn’t give it much thought until I saw this cute cut file on the PCC website. So fun! I knew it’d be perfect for the clearance zippered hoodie that I purchased.

I love the cut files from the website because not only do they come with different cut files to use depending on the material you’re using BUT this one has three different poses for the axolotl. 

Once I decided which pose I wanted, I used the trash icon to remove all the unnecessary images.

With the help of Cricut Design Space and the curve feature, I created the words to fit around the axolotl and some hearts. Once that design was cut out, I weeded out all the extras from the HTV sheet and turned on my Mini Press.

Check out this quick video:

I used two different pinks for the image and black for the eyes/mouth and words.

Once weeded, I cut around the plastic backing sheet so I could arrange the layers without overlapping the plastic backing sheet. I did this to lower the number of presses as possible.

Arranged them so there would be no HTV overlap (it’s ok to overlap the plastic as long as it doesn’t interfere with another HTV):

And then pressed the first layer

Two more layers were added, the darker pink outline and the eyes/mouth. The white background that you see on the sweatshirt will go away. Those are just the press marks that are often left behind when using a press.

I always keep a lookout for inexpensive items that I can jazz up with a cute SVG cut file and this one is the perfect example! 

Be sure to use 3SONS15 for 15% off any purchase from the PCC website. The blog has all sorts of DT inspirations too!

NSD; Completing an Overlay

Happy National Scrapbooking Day! Of course I'm scrapbooking today to honor the holiday but I also wanted to share my latest YouTube video. Way back, I created a layout overlay (see post HERE with the YT video) and I finally added photos and elements to complete it!

Check out this video for tips and tricks to complete the overlay and THIS one to create it.

As you can see I didn't just add photos in the empty spaces. I overlapped some photos, sliced and combined photos, added a journaling box and so much more. I love how different this layout is and overlays are so easy to create using the Cricut! The cute car with the tree is a SVG from Printable Cuttable Creatables.

I hope you try this technique yourself and more than anything, I hope you are scrapbooking today!

TGIF Thankful Friday #364

Happy Friday! Cheers to another week to be thankful! This week I'm thankful for my mom coming home from the hospital. And I know that's what she's thankful for too.

She's on the road to recovery and for that, I'm truly thankful!

What about you? What are you thankful for this week?

LTCCB; Mixed Media Card

It's been six weeks and it's time for another challenge at the Love To Craft Challenge Blog. I made this unique mixed media card using random painty papers and a stamped and watercolor flower. 

Watercolor pencils were used to color and shade the flower and leaves before being fussy cut and adhered to the collaged card front.

The completed collage was adhered to black card base. 

The black really makes all the colors pop! It's so pretty!

Watch the process video:

Now create your own creation and link it to the LTCCB blog by the deadline. 

Grid-Like Layout

I created this grid-like layout pretty quickly. I made changes with the double sided patterned paper to add more color to the layout. 

The paper pack used was part of a Grab Bag from Wild Whispers which is now out of business. I love the title card because it is so perfect for my granddaughter.

During the YT process video, I mention how looking at your stash can change depending on what you're currently working on. When I was going through this paper pack for this layout I remember thinking when would I ever use rock paper. 

Well many layouts later, while at a retreat with limited supplies, I needed items to match my son's purple shirt. I didn't bring any purple products but found the rocks had a purplish tone and the title card was the perfect shade of purple!  Basically what I'm trying to say is SHOP YOUR STASH! 

Here's the layout I created with the perfect products!

Watch the process video below:

TGIF; Thankful Friday #363

Is it Friday already? TGIF and Happy Thankful Friday! I'm out of state visiting my mom and sister and this week I'm thankful for the hospital staff who are taking care of my mother.

She's hanging in there but still not well enough to leave. The staff are very knowledgeable and caring. Mom has her own spacious room and that's always a good thing.

Be Your Own Kind of Beautiful Card

I'm a DT member for Seguras Crafts and am so honored to be a part of this website's team.  It's always fun to be gifted supplies to create with and I knew I needed to showcase this beautiful Petal Whisper shimmer paper. By cutting and adding .25" strips to a plain white cardstock base, it does just that. 

A butterfly, sentiment and sparkly rhinestones complete the card!

Watch the process video to see how easy this card is to put together.  

Inks used for the butterfly: Melon Mambo & Regal Rose by SU!

Check out the Design Team post on Segurascrafts website.