Update: I was able to offer a free download of this as a PDF file click here.
Late last Fall I wanted to try my hand at this digital scrapbooking craze I keep seeing all over blog-ville. I began to research digital scrapbooking software. I wanted something easy to use with not only lots of style options, but I also did not want to invest much money in case I was not able to figure it out. As you know, I am self taught in most of what I do creatively and there are times I am just not a good enough teacher to continue with a particular skill. The program I decided to use is Scrapbook Max. I have found it very simple to use and there are hundreds if not thousands of different kinds of elements that you can download. Now that I have some knowledge of the ins and outs of this program I decided to try my hand at a spring banner for the hearth.
I chose the Cotton Tail Kit to make the elements that would make up my banner and then printed them on card stock.
After cutting out each tag and backgrounds, I used foam pop ups to adhere the tags to the backgrounds to give them some dimension. Then using brads and millinery flowers embellished each.
Using an exacto knife I cut a slit 1 1/4" down from the top large enough to allow the ribbon to thread through it.
Next, with several different colors of pastel ribbon, I tied bows and then hot glued them between each letter and added just a tag to the beginning, end and between each word.
There you have my first digital scrapbooking project. If I can figure out how to upload the pdf files of this, I will share it with. If you have any ideas of how to do this or can direct me to a website, let me know.
I am participating in the following link ups: The DIY Showoff, Boggieboard Cottage, Its So Very Cheri, The Girl Creative, Sumo's Sweet Stuff, Between Naps on the Porch, Skip to My Lou, Coastal Charm, Ladybug Blessings, Today's Creative Blog, All Things Heart & Home, Blue Cricket Design, Fireflies and Jellybeans
What a great banner, so much detail. I've been working one up in my mind but compared to all you've included in this one I may just have to think a little harder. Thanks so much for sharing.
Posted by: Miss Char | March 13, 2011 at 08:41 PM
This is super duper cute! I happened upon your link over at the Coastal Charm link party, and I was curious to see your banner because the link to my banner is right below yours! I love what you've done! :-)
Posted by: Kasey Tross | March 14, 2011 at 08:45 PM
This is so, so cute! I love it!
Posted by: Lisa | March 14, 2011 at 10:12 PM
You made really nice scrap book.I just loved it.It look so beautiful.I really likes it.It is best scrap for me.
Posted by: r4 revolution | March 15, 2011 at 06:15 AM
You my goodness. This is adorable. Thanks for all the how-to, too,
Posted by: Linda McClain | March 15, 2011 at 08:10 AM
Very cute! Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: CraftySix Bree | March 15, 2011 at 02:45 PM
Nice work! I like the colorful banner and the beautiful, Spring-time colors that are very inviting. Happy Spring to ya!
Posted by: Paper-Crafts Chick | March 15, 2011 at 06:20 PM
I absolutely LOVE your banner!!! It's ADORABLE!! I hope you are able to upload the PDF files!!
Posted by: Krista | March 15, 2011 at 07:58 PM
Yep! This makes me feel like spring! I love the colors...those happy happy colors!
xo
Robin
Posted by: Robin~All Things Heart and Home | March 16, 2011 at 06:25 AM
love it!
I am having a giveaway on my blog. $35 credit + free shipping from Paige Holliday designs to get any one custom designed trendy backpack.
The boys would love it!
http://houseonashwelllane.blogspot.com/2011/03/35-store-credit-free-shipping-to-get.html
Posted by: radnav | March 16, 2011 at 06:13 PM
What a bright & fun touch to your mantel. I love it! Love the colors you used! Thanks for sharing.
I know you've been blogging for a long time, but creative types tend to have a million pre blogging projects, too. I'm hosting a Throwback Thursdays Party, and would love it if you swung by and linked up something you made/bought/did from before blogging. I can't wait to see what you bring.
Posted by: laxsupermom | March 17, 2011 at 12:34 PM
this is absolutely beautiful! Love the colors! Thanks for linking up to Handmade Tuesdays @ Ladybug Blessings! www.ladybug-blessings.com
Posted by: Kristen | March 18, 2011 at 10:30 PM
Wonderful! Thanks you
Posted by: Hillary | April 11, 2011 at 04:37 AM