I don't know about you, but I am a summer person. Hot days, cool pools, good books, cold drinks, sun-kissed smiles and relaxing homework-free evenings are what it's about. And today's projects, with their riotous use of color and pattern, symbolize what summer feels like to me.
Before I get to my projects, I want to share the set of whimsical canvases that inspired me. Can you believe these were created by 4th graders? That is some amazing artwork, each one so unique!
Here is my layout, wherein a crazy and colorful sun becomes the perfect backdrop for a photo of my youngest, slurping a smoothie before swimming in his last big meet of the season.
I always say when something works once, why not try it again...maybe in miniature!?
Scraps of the same papers were arranged for a cheerful card. So easy, no thinking required! All of these American Crafts papers (scraps from several different collections!) were already spread out on my desk, and now I have less leftover. Love that!
Scraps of the same papers were arranged for a cheerful card. So easy, no thinking required! All of these American Crafts papers (scraps from several different collections!) were already spread out on my desk, and now I have less leftover. Love that!
that art work is awesome! kids are so talented!!
ReplyDeleteyour layout and card are awesome
Wow I am so impressed by the 4th grader's talent and more impressed by your take on it..simply stunning!
ReplyDeleteThat art work was awesome! I really love your layout and card! Great idea for a design!
ReplyDeleteAwesome artwork in all your pictures! So sad summer is coming to a close.
ReplyDeleteI like hoe you used art (and kids' art!) to inspire you in the craft room! Lovely layout and card!
ReplyDeleteLove the artwork and your interpretation of it, Madeline! These projects are filled with sunshine!
ReplyDeleteLove that you were inspired by that awesome 4th grade art and I think both your projects are awesome, too!!! :) Evie
ReplyDeletewow--those 4th graders are awesome--gorgeous canvas! And your interpretations are fantastic!!! I'm inspired--I'm pinning them all!
ReplyDeleteThose are really cool canvases.
ReplyDeleteAnd I love how they inspired you!
Great layout and card.
Oh and I love how you photographed your card! I have such a hard time getting good pics of cards. Great idea :)
I love your sunbursts and the beautiful colors you chose to make them with.
ReplyDeleteAh, what a fun page! I love the colorful rays coming from your sun. It's a stunning focal point. Love everything about this. :)
ReplyDeleteYour artwork is so fun, I love sunbursts!
ReplyDeleteAwesome layout and awesome card! Love them both!
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