Fresh Baked: August 23, 2024

Can you believe it’s time for another Fresh Baked Newsletter? Some weeks just go so fast.

Remember if you spend $10 in the store, you’ll get this great August Free With Purchase Collab!

Let’s see the new goodies in the store this week.

How are your challenges? When you complete 10 challenges during the month of August, you will receive this (or a variety of other choices, visit the forum for all the details).

Are you participating in the SUMMER Scrap-A-Thon AUGUST {2024}?

Still a few days left to work on your challenges. If you complete enough challenges you will get both usual monthly challenge reward AND this AMAZING MEGA collab by The GingerBread Ladies: Sun-Kissed Memories

Tutorial Tuesday (Individual Style)

Challenge Spotlight: Use It All

Time for another Challenge Spotlight, where YOU are the stars of the show! I’ve been keeping track – in a haphazard sort of way – of which Challenges I’ve showcased so far; today I decided I’d go back over all of them and add dates to my list so I can try not to be too repetitive. Y’all. This is Challenge Spotlight #36!! Not all Challenges lend themselves to a head-to-head comparison; some have too many variables to work well in this type of post, so some repetition is a given. If you’re wondering, the last time I focused on Use It All was in October 2021… so it’s time!

The Use It All Challenge is hosted by the very talented Karen Schulz. She provides a FREE mini-kit – part of a larger collection – and the Challenge is to USE IT ALL. That means every item in the mini MUST be on your layout somewhere. Karen also allows us to use any or all of the rest of the collection. This month’s mini looks like this:

The rest of the collection can be found HERE. Let’s take a look at some of the layouts posted to the Use It All Challenge Gallery. There were a LOT of entries there for this month, so rather than show them all here, I’ve instead chosen to go with every fourth layout, beginning with the very first layout posted. Otherwise this post would be so long, no one would want to look at it. As usual, each layout is linked to the Gallery so you can take a closer look, and leave some praise, if you’re so inclined. Just click on the Scrapper’s user name and through the magic of technology, you’ll be whisked right to it.

Our first entry is from Windswept. I can see all the bits from the mini, and a couple of additions from the collection. I like how she’s blended two of the papers.

Next is a layout from pbhill. It’s the first time she’s been part of the Spotlight! Hers is an interesting take;, she’s desaturated the colours of the papers. But I don’t see the pink flower……..

I’m not seeing any flowers on this one from jenasz. The doodles appear to be floating over the page.

Looks like makeyesup understood the assignment. All the items from the mini are there and she’s added some gesso too.

I can see dj_w has added some elements from the larger collection to her layout. The blended papers in the background are lovely. Do people just not like the journal blank, though? Seems like everybody wants to use just the border…

Macsandy has added a bunch of elements from the collection. The warm palette she chose really works well with her photos.

I see mdusell employs the KISS principle. Her layout keeps things simple, and she’s included all the required elements.

I LOVE this photo; it reminds me of my youngest two grandchildren. Her creative use of papers is another thing  I like about photocrazy‘s layout.

Aha! Our first furbaby layout! I think that cat actually IS laughing, amirite, larkd? Don’t see the solid white paper anywhere though.

Celestine had added some daisies, a rub-on, and a bunch of other elements from the collection. I like the diagonal arrangement of her layout.

There it is! The elusive journaling block makes its first true appearance on mom2triplets04‘s layout. I’m glad to know my dogs aren’t the only ones on their best behaviour at day care!

Aw… bathtime photos are always a favourite. It looks like pepsibubbles borrowed the Beatrix Potter elements from another of Karen‘s kits.

The flowers got the royal treatment by lisar. Does anyone see the white solid paper though?

That paper fold is genius, dragonstarr! Lovely cluster, too.

I’ve been very busy here this last week and have had limited time for scrapping. Thanks for letting me look at your layouts, ladies!

 

 

Fresh Baked: August 15, 2024

Happy Friday! I hope you have had a great week. Do you have plans for this weekend? I have several chores that need to get done. Adulting is no fun sometimes.

Remember if you spend $10 in the store, you’ll get this great August Free With Purchase Collab!

We have some really cute additions to the store this week.

Are you working on  your challenges? When you complete 10 challenges during the month of August, you will receive this (or a variety of other choices, visit the forum for all the details).

But you might as well keep going and complete enough challenges to get the usually monthly challenge reward AND this AMAZING MEGA collab by The GingerBread Ladies: Sun-Kissed Memories

Fresh Baked and Retiring Products! August 9, 2024

Happy Friday scrappers. It’s time for the Summer Retiring Products sale. This sale runs from today (August 9) through Thursday, August 15 at 11:59 PM Eastern. Note that after this sale ends, all products in this category will no longer be available so grab them while you can. Take a look a the end of the newsletter to see a sampling of some of the retiring items.

Remember if you spend $10 in the store, you’ll get this great August Free With Purchase Collab!

Now let’s see what goodies we have this week!

Are you participating in the {Summer} Scrap-a-Thon? See the forum for details!

Are you working on  your challenges? When you complete 10 challenges during the month of August, you will receive this (or a variety of other choices, visit the forum for all the details).

But you might as well keep going and complete enough challenges to get the usually monthly challenge reward AND this AMAZING MEGA collab by The GingerBread Ladies: Sun-Kissed Memories

Designer Spotlight August 2024

Magical Scraps Galore!

Well, here we are staring August in the face. I’m not going to lie, I have quite a bit of anxiety when I remember last August, and the wildfire we faced then. Thankfully this year I have the Olympics to distract me. I don’t usually watch much in the way of sports, and the Olympics is no exception, but this year, here I am, glued to my chair watching even sports I don’t like (looking at you, soccer!) and getting loud and proud of our athletes. That’s why this Blog post is a bit behind my original plan. But not TOO late! Let’s meet Marina, the designer known as Magical Scraps Galore. [editor’s note: Any coloured text in bold and underlined is hyperlinked for your viewing pleasure.] Our conversation took place before the Games started so I’m working from memory. 😉

J: Marina, thanks for giving me the opportunity to shine the Spotlight on you and your work. Why don’t we get the mundane stuff out of the way first, then we can get to know YOU. When did you get bitten by the design bug?

M: I’ve been designing for 13 years now!

J: That’s a good long time. I guess it explains the depth and breadth of your GingerScraps shop! What was the catalyst for you?

M: I started creating my own digital papers and embellishments for scrapping our second trip to Disney World, since the digital offerings were very limited back then. It didn’t take long to realize that scrapbook design was my passion, and I started participating in the design challenges hosted by MouseScrappers. I opened my first shop in 2013 and I’ve been part of the wonderful GingerScraps family since 2014.

J: I joined the GS family at the end of April, 2013, so we’re cohorts in a way. This truly IS the friendliest scrapping community on the Web. I work on a laptop seated in a comfy armchair in my living room. What does your workspace look like?

M: I design in my studio at home, with my three cats sleeping by my computer or on my lap. Sometimes they like to sleep ON my computer and they mess with my designs, LOL! I have to be very careful but I just love them! I use Photoshop, Illustrator, Procreate, and ArtRage.

J: What kinds of things motivate you when you sit down to create?

M: My main motivation and inspiration are my kids and my trips around the world.

J: Same! Many of my layouts are trip-related or have either my kids or grandkids in them. I’m busy creating a memoir for my sister, who travelled to the East Coast last year, for Christmas and love to scrap travel photos. What would your perfect vacation look like?

M: My perfect vacation is a road trip with my family, hiking national parks and visiting small towns along the way.

J: I live in a tourist destination! This year has been quieter than usual, I think because of our wildfire last year. People are scared, rightfully so. Not a fun topic at all, so let’s change it up. Do you have a favourite kit in your shop?

M: What a hard question! It’s hard to pick just one, it’s like choosing your favorite child, LOL … I have several kits that I love, especially my travel collection, but one of my favorite kits is Magical Memories, it’s all about my happy place and it’s a reminder of all the magical moments I spent there with my family.

J: Everybody says that, but what a fun collection!! I’ve been to Disneyland twice, once when I was about 12, and again in 1988 with my kids. I should dig out all those photos and do something with them. What did you want to be when you grew up?

M: I wanted to be a flight attendant or a rock star.

J: And here you are, a travelling rock-star digital scrapbooking designer! What super-power would you wish for?

M: Teleportation, so I can travel anywhere in no time and with no jet lag!

J: Amen sister! That would make life so much simpler. And healthier! One last question. If you had a warning label, what would it say?

M: Warning: Crazy cat lady!! LOL! I’m a huge cat lover, and if my family would let me, I’d have 10 cats or more!

J: If current events are any indication, you’re in good company! I’m not a cat fancier, but our neighbours have two beauties who sit on their deck and drive my dogs batty. Thanks so much again for chatting with me. I hope your Spotlight brings you all the best kind of attention in the Shop and the Forum.

Marina is not just the Spotlight Designer for August, she’s also providing the Daily Download. Each day a link for the day’s pieces is posted on the Blog, and it stays active for a full 5 days so you don’t have to worry if you miss a day. If you find you’ve missed a bunch of days, the entire kit will be released in the Shop at a later date. In addition to her monthly Surprise Challenge, she’s also hosting the Designer Spotlight Challenge this month too… just in time for the Summer GingerScraps Scrap-a-Thon! Check them out, they’re ALWAYS fun!!

GingerScraps: New FREE with Purchase Collab, New Monthly Mix, New Challenge Reward, Scrap-a-thon & More!!

It is the 1st of the month and you know what that means; a huge, exciting newsletter! We have a New Buffet, New Monthly Mix, New Free With Purchase Collab, New Challenge Reward, a New Daily Download on the GingerScraps Blog, and the {Summer} Scrap-a-Thon!

SUMMER Scrap-A-Thon AUGUST {2024}

Don’t forget to check out the Buffet Bundles. One easy click to add bundles of Buffet goodies to your cart.

This month’s colors are a perfect transition from summer to fall. Remember that you can mix and match these kits to get just what you need.

Remember any $10 spent in the store gets you this great collab.

This Free With Purchase was created by CathyK Designs, J. Conlon and Sons, Kristmess, Lisa Rosa Designs, and Twin Mom Scraps.

Celebrate your shopping adventures with “Let’s Shop,” a digital scrapbooking collab by The GingerBread Ladies! Perfect for all your shopping trip photos, this kit includes everything you need to capture the excitement of a day out. Featuring shopping carts, bags, sale tags, money, and more, “Let’s Shop” provides all the elements to create stylish and fun scrapbook pages. Turn your retail therapy moments into cherished memories with this fabulous collab.

This collab includes: 1 Alpha {Uppercase, Lowercase, Numbers & Punctuation}, 59 Papers, and 100 Elements.

This Monthly Mix was created by JB Studio, Just So Scrappy, Miss Fish Templates, Neia Scraps, and Sweet Pea Designs.

Embrace the coastal charm with “Salty Little Beach,” a digital scrapbooking collab by The GingerBread Ladies! Perfect for all your beach photos, this kit is infused with sand, sun, and surf elements, capturing the essence of your beach vacations. Whether you’re building sandcastles or soaking up the sun, “Salty Little Beach” provides everything you need to create vibrant, beachy scrapbook pages. Turn your seaside adventures into lasting memories with this delightful, beach-themed collab.

This kit includes: 1 Alpha {Uppercase, Lowercase, Numbers & Punctuation}, 79 Papers, and 117 Elements.

Now to the August Daily Download Sneak Peek. This month’s Daily Download is from Magical Scraps Galore! Make sure you are checking the blog every day to get all the pieces of this kit!

Take a look at the new challenge reward kit. If you complete any 10 challenges this month, you get this gorgeous collab as a reward!

This Challenge Reward was created by Aprilisa Designs, Jumpstart Designs, Scrappin’ Serenity, and WM[squared] Designs.

Document your daily adventures with “On The Record,” a digital scrapbooking collab by The GingerBread Ladies! Perfect for capturing everyday moments, this kit is packed with essential scrapping basics. “On The Record” provides everything you need to create beautiful and organized scrapbook pages. Keep your memories fresh and detailed with this versatile and practical collab.

This kit includes: 1 Alpha {Uppercase, Lowercase, Numbers & Punctuation}, 45 Papers, and 96 Elements.

Special for the {Summer} Scrap-a-Thon, complete 20 challenges during the month of August and receive the August Challenge Reward and the Sun-Kissed Memories Mega.

Capture your sun-soaked adventures with “Sun-Kissed Memories,” a digital scrapbooking MEGA collab by The GingerBread Ladies! Perfect for all your beach photos and summer fun, this extensive kit is brimming with vibrant, summery elements. From sandy shores to playful waves, “Sun-Kissed Memories” offers everything you need to create stunning scrapbook pages that celebrate the joy and warmth of summer. Turn your beach days and sunny escapades into treasured keepsakes with this ultimate summer collab.

This kit includes: 2 Alphas {Uppercase, Lowercase, Numbers & Punctuation}, 113 Papers 12×12 {Including Coordinating Cardstock & Coordinating Glitter Sheets}, 185 Elements {Including Journal Cards, Ribbons, Flowers, Trims, Wordart, SO much more!}, 1 12×12 Template {page, png, psd, tif file formats}.

GingerScraps Fresh Baked: July 26, 2024

Happy Friday everyone! Hope you’ve had a wonderful week.

Remember any $10 spent in the store gets you this great collab.

Let see what pretties we have this week.

We had so much fun with the {Spring} Scrap-a-thon that we are having another one in August. See the forum for information on the {Summer} Scrap-a-Thon.

{SUMMER} SCRAP-A-THON

How are your challenges going? Complete any 10 challenges to get this kit as a reward.

GingerScraps Fresh Baked: July 19, 2024

Happy Friday friends. We’re almost at the weekend. And already halfway through July. Make sure you read all the way to the end for some sneak peek news.

Remember any $10 spent in the store gets you this great collab.

Let’s see what is new this week. I’m seeing quite a few Christmas in July kits.

We had so much fun with the {Spring} Scrap-a-thon that we are having another one in August. See the forum for information on the {Summer} Scrap-a-Thon.

{SUMMER} SCRAP-A-THON

Have you grabbed the July Monthly Mix? Only a little bit longer to get it at the sale price.

How are your challenges going? Complete any 10 challenges to get this kit as a reward.

Tutorial Tuesday (Individual Style)

Challenge Spotlight: Recipe

It’s time again to shine the spotlight on all of YOU! But first… did y’all get your Prime Day shopping done? 😀 I paid my credit card off yesterday so I’d have a wide-open window. 😉

Let’s get down to business. This month the Challenge in the Spotlight is the Recipe Challenge, which is hosted by Sweet Pea Designs. It’s a good Challenge for a Blog post, since all the participants are working from the same set of required elements. So I’ll be taking a close look at each of the layouts to find each of the things on Penny‘s list. The layouts will appear in the order they were uploaded to the Challenge Gallery, and as usual, they’ll be linked to the Gallery so you can get a closer look. Just click on the Scrapper‘s name and you’ll be zoomed right to their layout. (Anything I underline will be a hot link!)

First up is this pretty layout from alexandergirl68. She’s definitely got 5 papers there, a tiny string heart, a ribbon bow and there are flairs on her title. banner Single photo, frame, 2 clusters and border, check. I had to zoom in to see that the heart on the frame is made of beads, check! And the theme is perfectly represented.

Let’s look at this one from snickels next. She’s used 2 photos, one with a thin white frame and one masked. Check! One of her 5 papers has been clipped to her border. Clever! Beads are all over the place, I’m guessing the string is holding up her birthday banner and she found a birthday flair to coordinate. Bow, yep; 2 clusters, yep; looks like all the boxes are ticked!

GrannyNKy‘s layout is so feminine! Like snickels, she has clipped one of her papers to an overlay. I like how she’s interpreted the “photo with frame” by putting the frame behind her photo. 10 points! I see 2 clusters, 2 bows – one of string, several flairs, a lovely banner, some paper borders and a celebratory theme. The beads are there, scattered under the larger cluster. Zoom in if you don’t see them. Full marks.

Katherine Woodin‘s clebration isn’t obvious, but it’s everywhere in her journaling. I had to look really hard to see all 5 papers, which is a sign of a crafty Scrapper. The rest of the required elements are much more easily spotted. That happy face emoji flair cracks me up.

I didn’t have to look too closely to see the theme for dj_w‘s layout. Every one of the listed ingredients is easily identified. Good job!

Macsandy had me squinting… she used a string of beads and I overlooked them 3 times! I love the stamped-heart border she chose and her clusters are perfection. This might be my favourite of the six layouts I found for this Challenge.

One thing I noticed about these layouts is that four of them have a similar colour palette, which has to be a coincidence.

I hope everyone is safe from all the weather-related events we’re seeing. Last night’s derecho was pretty frightening. We’re seeing quite a bit of smoke today, as we head into week 3 of 90+°F temps. I’ll be driving up to have what might be my last visit with my dad later this week… he’s tired of feeling unwell and is talking about being “ready to go”.  So if I miss a post, that might be the reason. Stay cool and stay safe, my friends.

GingerScraps Fresh Baked: July 12, 2024

Here we are at another Friday. These weeks are just flying by. I feel like it was just Monday.

Remember any $10 spent in the store gets you this great collab.

What’s new in the store this week?

How are your challenges going? Complete any 10 for this kit as a reward!