Victoria Marie Designs Scrap Boss eNewsletter
Posted: Fri Aug 16, 2019 6:11 pm
I received the newsletter today and thought this would be perfect to share with you guys (for those of you that didn't get it) - especially considering our theme this month!!
Creative Inspiration - Tips for Using Your Scraps and Scrappy Stash
Over the past few months, I have been inspired to use my paper scraps and items from my stash. While I love using new products, I like to challenge myself to use the materials that I have on hand to make a variety of crafting projects. If you are struggling to use your stash and paper scraps, try this:
Keep it Close: Try keeping a collection of items from your scrap stash close to your workspace and in view. You are more likely to use your scrap stash if your supplies are easily accessible. Out of sight, out of mind!
Coordinate Old with New: As you curate elements for your next scrapbooking project, consider coordinating items from your stash with new products. You will have the benefit of using newly purchased items and the satisfaction of getting a lot of utility from your stash.
Make Stash Kits: Make scrapbooking kits using only items from your stash. Set a goal to make 10-12 pre-made stash kits that you can use when you are ready to make a layout. HINT: Stash kits are great to take to crops and retreats!
Reach for Scraps First: Before cutting into a full sheet of 12x12 paper, consider using paper scraps for layout backgrounds, embellishments, or die cutting letter fonts and shapes.
Let's give ourselves permission to fall in love again with our paper scraps and product stash! Our scrappy materials are meant to be used!
Creative Inspiration - Tips for Using Your Scraps and Scrappy Stash
Over the past few months, I have been inspired to use my paper scraps and items from my stash. While I love using new products, I like to challenge myself to use the materials that I have on hand to make a variety of crafting projects. If you are struggling to use your stash and paper scraps, try this:
Keep it Close: Try keeping a collection of items from your scrap stash close to your workspace and in view. You are more likely to use your scrap stash if your supplies are easily accessible. Out of sight, out of mind!
Coordinate Old with New: As you curate elements for your next scrapbooking project, consider coordinating items from your stash with new products. You will have the benefit of using newly purchased items and the satisfaction of getting a lot of utility from your stash.
Make Stash Kits: Make scrapbooking kits using only items from your stash. Set a goal to make 10-12 pre-made stash kits that you can use when you are ready to make a layout. HINT: Stash kits are great to take to crops and retreats!
Reach for Scraps First: Before cutting into a full sheet of 12x12 paper, consider using paper scraps for layout backgrounds, embellishments, or die cutting letter fonts and shapes.
Let's give ourselves permission to fall in love again with our paper scraps and product stash! Our scrappy materials are meant to be used!