Wow! I can't believe how fast this page came together! I've been dying to try embossing a Silhouette image for quite some time, and finally, I got 'er done! I cut the large FREE Silhouette flower design (flower_1508) in white cardstock, stamped it with Versamark, and embossed it with American Crafts Apricot Zing Embossing Powder. Lovin' those colors! It just added a little more dimension and interest to the page.
And part of what I love about this page coming together so quickly? That little scallop tucked under the ribbon? Yeah, that was a scrap that was on my floor when I found it. 'Hmm . . . that looks like something that could be used.' And oddly enough, it was the right size! Meant to be. (It's a remnant scallop border shape from Silhouette that I'd used on another page.)
I tried to take a close-up so you could see its shiny glory. :)
I guess this page would kind-of technically be a two-hour page (ha ha) because I kept fidgeting with that "happiness" tab, which was printed on photo paper, not cardstock. (Shhhhh...it's a little sneak peek!) It's still not secured down because I'm sure I'll continue to mess with its location. But really, I'm so happy that I did this as quickly as I did! 'Don't think, just do.' ;)
So since I'm so in love with the AC embossing powders, I thought I'd do a giveaway of three super fun colors . . . great for summer!
Good luck!
[this contest is now closed]
Hanging out with family & friends at the swim club. Some days we'll bring food to cook out and share.
Posted by: Karen L | June 23, 2009 at 05:43 AM
Berry picking and making jams.
Posted by: rhonda | June 23, 2009 at 05:54 AM
Swimming and going to afternoon matinees on
weekends. Just trying to stay cool in Florida. I would love to try those embossing powders, such yummy colors.
Posted by: tallyscrapper | June 23, 2009 at 06:04 AM
Favorite part of summer, is the lazy days of summer. No schedules, alarm clocks, deadlines, etc.
Posted by: Christine (MA) | June 23, 2009 at 06:21 AM
Family reunions! We gather together every other year at the shore in N.J. and this is the year! Can hardly wait.
Posted by: Marcy | June 23, 2009 at 06:23 AM
My favorite summer activity is the long days of 'nowhere to go'! I love having unscheduled time. It's the best! No stress!
Posted by: vera | June 23, 2009 at 06:26 AM
Give me a beach, a picnic basket, a blanket, some sun and one happy kid playing in the sand and that makes me a very happy girl! I love summer!
Posted by: CarrieO | June 23, 2009 at 06:42 AM
Going to the lake an fishing with my boys. 3 boys, 1 hubby, fishing poles and a picnic lunch. I have many pics of these wonderful days. Even though Im the only girl in the group, they always make me welcome on their trips and they always bait my hook and take the fish off for me. LOL
Posted by: Kristy | June 23, 2009 at 06:46 AM
Wow, those colors are gorgeous! My favorite activity in the summer is ... going barefoot. Yep, nothing outlandish, but feeling cool grass tickling my feet is awesome!
Posted by: Melanie K. | June 23, 2009 at 06:50 AM
Summer in southern Florida is a time for staying cool...whether at the beach or in the air conditioning. These colors are perfect for tropical cards and pages. Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Pat R | June 23, 2009 at 06:50 AM
My kids home with me...sleeping as late as we want...fun in the sun with friends...all day scrapfests as the children play with friends.
Posted by: Andrea C. in IL | June 23, 2009 at 07:18 AM
Wow - I love that page!!! My favorite summer activity is spending time with my family - grilling out and enjoying nature. Thanks so much for the chance to win.
Posted by: Kimberly | June 23, 2009 at 07:23 AM
So...is the scallop under the ribbon a Silhouette cut too or is it a punch. I really like it! :o)
Hmm...I love summer, it is hard to choose one favorite activity. I guess what I miss most (when it's winter) is the evening walks we take every night as a family, whether it's in the neighborhood at at one of our Metroparks - I miss that most when the weather changes and we can't do it anymore. And of course the sun! In Cleveland the sun almost completely hides for the entire winter - ugh!
Posted by: Amy V. | June 23, 2009 at 07:25 AM
For me, it's BBQs and eating outdoors in the fresh air. It's all about getting together with friends and hanging out in the good ol' summertime. Nowhere to go, nowhere to be; just sit on the deck with me!
Posted by: K in PA | June 23, 2009 at 07:29 AM
oooh I never tried this ZING and I would looooooove to win these fabulous colors. Thanks for the chance!!!
My favorite summer activity is going to the pool with the whole family. I could do that every day.
Posted by: Gabriela | June 23, 2009 at 07:30 AM
My fave summer activity is BBQing with my family and friends.
Posted by: Shanon | June 23, 2009 at 07:33 AM
I love that my kids are out of school!
Posted by: Jodi | June 23, 2009 at 07:33 AM
Love, love, love the bright colors! My favorite summer activity would have to be tubing with the kids on the lake. The laughter is contagious, seeing them having fun. Today I have to have gallbladder surgery, so I'll be remembering fun times at the lake to keep from stressing !! The green embossing powder does bring to mind the gallbladder thing, though.
Posted by: Valerie | June 23, 2009 at 07:34 AM
I can not do anything in less then an hour! Good for you.
My favorite summer time activity is visiting family - things seem to slow down in the summer so there is more time to travel and visit.
Thanks for all the fun and inspiration!
Sandr
Posted by: sandra | June 23, 2009 at 07:39 AM
great summer colors and yeah I love the ac too and being able to stay inside in 98 degree weather with a heat index of 105
Posted by: Pamk | June 23, 2009 at 07:41 AM
Oh that's a great layout! Our favorite summer activity is visiting Conneaut Amusement Park in western PA. It's where my DH frequent growing up, so are keeping that tradition with our little 3 year old! We try to go at least once a month during the Summer/Fall months, since it opens seasonally.
Posted by: Chrissy Le | June 23, 2009 at 07:41 AM
My favorite activity is throwing water balloons at family members with my nephews.
A close second is kayaking on Long Island Sound with my dad.
I love summer!
Posted by: Kimberly S. | June 23, 2009 at 07:50 AM
I love to be outside...doesn't matter what I'm doing [walking, hanging out, playin' with sidewalk chalk!] but I always seem to find some sort of inspiration to use when I scrap. Love it!
Those ZING colors are fantabulous! [And it makes me feel even better to know that other people find random supplies either on their desks or on the floor to use on layouts! Whew...thought it was just me!]
Posted by: Kerry | June 23, 2009 at 07:55 AM
I think my favorite part of summer is just being able to go out and spend time in my garden.
Posted by: carriegel | June 23, 2009 at 07:59 AM
summer is for picnics and water fun!
thanks!
Posted by: Diana A | June 23, 2009 at 08:06 AM