We R Memory Keepers – Traveler’s Notebook Spread with Journal Guide

November 6, 2018 Enza GudorLeave a comment

Hello, We R friends! Today I’m sharing a spread in my new traveler’s notebook using the Journal Guide tool. Traveler’s Notebook Spread with Journal Guide by @enzamg for @wermemorykeepers. #wermemorykeepers #journalguide #travelersnotebook #tn

If you love creating charts, lists, banners, or even little pockets to hold tags, memorabilia, and embellishments, this tool is for you. My spread today features the new Crate Paper Journal Studio Collection, which I absolutely love!

I started by creating sort of a calendar for the upcoming month. I used the rotating guide to draw two concentric circles and add sections for the days of the month. This tool is very easy to use, and gives you perfect results all the time. Since I like different textures and some dimension on my pages, I decided to use a craft die from my stash to cut the circle; then I die cut a smaller circle from patterned paper to place in the middle, just to embellish it a bit.

Next, I created two banners by simply tracing them with the ruler and the right angle guides before fussy cutting them with the Crafter’s Small Precision Scissors.

I usually like to have a little pocket or sleeve on the back of the front cover of my notebook, just to hold bits and pieces of the collection I plan to use, or store keepsakes. It is super easy to create your own with the Journal Guide. I simply cut patterned paper to the desired size, folded it around the long end of the tool, and taped the sides; for the bottom, I just folded the flap up and glued it to the back. I created three pockets, that I embellished with washi tape and die cuts from the Crate Paper Journal Studio Collection.

Here are some close ups:

Traveler’s Notebook Spread with Journal Guide by @enzamg for @wermemorykeepers. #wermemorykeepers #journalguide #travelersnotebook #tn

I had fun using the Journal Guide to create this opening spread in my November notebook. What will you use this all-in-one tool for?

Supplies:

Journal Guide

Crafter’s Small Precision Scissors

Crate Paper Journal Studio Collection

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Altenew September 2018 Washi Tape Release Blog Hop + Giveaway

September 27, 2018September 28, 2018 Enza Gudor70 Comments

Hello and welcome to the Altenew September 2018 Washi Tape Release Blog Hop + Giveaway.

You should have arrived from the amazing Laura Jane‘s blog. Here is the full list for your convenience:

Altenew Scrapbook Blog

Enza Gudor **You are here**

TaeEun Yoo

Sandra Dietrich

Nancy McClelland

I am so excited about this fabulous Washi release. So many beautiful patterns and colors! There is something for everyone.

For my project today, I mixed Painted Orchids and Pastel Strokes Washi Tapes to decorate the cover of two mini notebooks.

I started by making the notebooks (you can find the tutorial here). They only measure 4×6 inches, so pretty tiny, but perfect to fit in your purse or take with you anywhere.

Mini notebooks with @Altenew Washi Tape by @enzamg. #washitape #handmadejournals #altenewwashitape

For the first one, I adhered the Pastel Strokes Washi Tape in the middle of the smooth white cardstock I used for the cover. I went all the way to the back, so to have a continuity in the design. Next, I fussy cut the beautiful floral images from the Painted Orchids Washi Tape (previously adhered to white cardstock) and arranged them on opposite corners of the front cover. I also cut the word “Notes” with the Brush Alpha Die Set, and placed it in the top portion.

The second notebook is simpler and came together in no time. I used the Painted Orchids Washi Tape to cover the whole front. The gorgeous wreath fit perfectly in the middle of the page.

To create some separation and make the colors stand out more, I covered the spine with the new Dots In Maple Washi Tape.

Now onto the prizes! To celebrate this release, Altenew is giving away a $50 gift certificate to 6 lucky winners! Please leave a comment on the Altenew Card Blog and/or Altenew Scrapbook Blog by 10/3/2018 for a chance to win. 6 winners will be announced on the Altenew blogs on 10/6/2018.

Thank you so much for stopping by! I hope you’re enjoying this hop and will feel inspired to create with these fantastic designs. Your next stop is TaeEun‘s blog.

Blog · Mini Albums · Traveler's Notebook

Crate Paper – Handmade Journal Tutorial

September 7, 2018 Enza Gudor1 Comment

Hello, crafty friends! How about handmade journals for our project today? They are fun and easy to make, and came together in no time. It took about fifteen minutes to make one, and I couldn’t stop. It’s addicting!