A Hard Candy Christmas with Jinny and the Creative Kit

 Welcome back, My Creative Scrapbook friends!  It’s Jinny here today to showcase a new project inspired by the November Creative Kit.  This month’s kit is packed to the brim with everything Simple Stories Hard Candy Christmas.  I had such fun designing with this kit and have no doubt that you will too!  I’ve chosen to highlight the page where I put this month’s gorgeous stencil to work, for you all, just because my heart is in mixed media.  So, enjoy!

I started this page by adding a large puddle of aqua watercolor to the 12x12 watercolor paper, base page.  I then splattered it with that same shade of watercolor, as well as green and red watercolors before smudging Spun Sugar Distress Ink through the stencil and across the dried watercolor puddle.  I then splattered everything once again, but this time with Pure Black and Titanium, acrylic paints.  Once it was all dry, I added three layers of torn 12” strips of patterned paper, including Peppermint Swirls, So Festive, and Sweets Season, across the top of my page, just above that multi-colored, striped, cardstock sticker scallop.

I then matted my photos with white cardstock; topped the righthand image with a festive, holly, sticker tab; backed them with a snippet of cheesecloth for texture...

and sandwiched them between two trios of die-cut and chipboard, Christmas trees, popped up with foam tape.  Both sides included lots of playful, die-cut, tree toppers, as well as a string of lights…

hand-cut, Chocolate Chip cardstock trunks, because I turned a few, specified pendants into trees; and a nutcracker.

I used a cardstock sticker to create the “MERRY VIBES” title, grounding it with “Oh What Fun” and “FA LA LA” die cuts, popped up with foam tape, as well as my handwritten journaling and a “JINGLE ALL THE WAY” word sticker…

and dressing it up with a darling Santa, popped up with foam tape and, in turn, embellished with a sprig of holly die cut, as well as a couple of additional word stickers.

And just in case you missed them, here are a few more projects that I created using the November Creative Kit.  I’d love for y’all to stop by my instagram @loftydesignsbyjinny for a closer look!

Thanks so much for visiting today!  I cannot wait to see what y’all cook up!  Be sure to stop by the blog, as well as our Design Team Gallery, for lots more fabulous inspiration with all the November kits; and I’ll see you all next month!

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Enjoy the View: Creating Cozy Fall Memories with Michele and the November LE Kit

 Hello, crafty friends! We are absolutely thrilled to welcome you back to the My Creative Scrapbook blog with a burst of autumn inspiration. There is nothing quite like the crisp air, the vibrant colors, and the cozy feeling of fall, and our November Limited Edition (LE) Kit is packed with everything you need to capture those beautiful moments!

Today, we're showcasing a truly stunning layout by our talented Design Team member, Michele Schmidt, titled "Enjoy the View." Michele perfectly captures the warmth of a mountain getaway, utilizing the kit's rich fall die-cuts, beautiful paper flowers, and layered textures. Get ready to see how she made all these lovely pieces—from the gorgeous papers to the dimensional embellishments—come together to create a breathtaking focal point for her cherished photos. Watch her process here.

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It's a Cozy Season with Maree and the Main Kit

 Hi friends,

I am up on the blog today to share a layout I made using to gorgeous November main kit. I was so drawn to this paper when I opened the kit, I knew it was going to be my first layout! Because the paper is so fabulous, I kept the layout pretty simple. I started by making a template to ink inside the ornaments.  I measured each ornament and create some circles in design Space and then cut them with my Cricut on white card stock. (See pic).

I placed the correct size circle over each ornament and ink blended them using distress oxides. I kept the ink darker around the edges and lighter in the middle to create depth and give it a 3D look. While the template was still on I splattered some gold paint to give the speckled dimensional look of real ornaments.

My next step was backing the photo and adhering it. I added one simple cluster with the camera, gift and hearts and then the title "Cozy Season", which was so perfect for this picture with my family in Christmas Pajamas. I added a few of the simple word phrases on the ornaments and popped then up with foam dots for depth. I finished by adding my journaling.

I love how this layout turned out and just adored all the gorgeous papers and ephemera in this lovely kit. I hope you have a blast creating with yours and there is something about scrapping Christmas pictures that makes me so happy.

Have fun

Maree

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November LE Kit Magic: Nicole Santos Layers the Black and the Bloom

 ✂️ Hi everyone! Today, the My Creative Scrapbook blog is excited to share a stunning layout by team member Nicole Santos, created with the magnificent November Limited Edition Kit. When Nicole first saw the deep, beautiful palette and the intricate florals in this month's kit, she knew she had to create something rich and dimensional. This layout is a masterclass in playing with contrast: the dramatic, black-and-white patterned paper creates the perfect foil for the lush, colorful floral clusters and the special memories captured in her photos. Nicole shares her top tips for building a massive, dimensional cluster and how she used the amazing die-cuts to expertly unify her design in her process video.

Interested in creating your own?  There is a limited number of kits still available at https://mycreativescrapbook.com/

Seek Here, There, and Everywhere with Sneha and the LE Kit

 

Hello, creative friends!

Sneha Apte is back on the My Creative Scrapbook blog this month, sharing a gorgeous layout created with the stunning November Limited Edition (LE) Kit!

This month’s collection is an absolute dream, featuring beautiful papers and embellishments perfect for capturing moments of whimsy and nature. Sneha was immediately inspired to use the kit to document this enchanting photo, who often seems to be a little seeker of tiny treasures—a theme perfectly complemented by the magical mushroom and floral elements chosen for the page.

To achieve the desired look, Sneha began with the kit's lovely background paper, which features distressed script and a timeless, vintage feel. She then added depth and texture by carefully tearing the dark floral paper to create a grounding horizontal banner. The whimsical cluster was then built up using foam-mounted floral die-cuts, layered embellishments, and the charming toadstool ephemera, creating a beautiful bed for the central photo.

Join Sneha as she shares her creative process for how she brought this textured and magical layout to life, and discover the versatility of the November LE Kit for documenting your own treasured memories!

You can watch the layout come together here.

Be sure to check out all of the amazing kits at My Creative Scrapbook before they're gone!

Mistletoe & Memories: Get Ready for the Holidays with the November Main Kit!

 Hello creative crafters!

The calendar is flipping, the air is getting crisp, and it's officially time to dive headfirst into the most wonderful time of the year! Here at My Creative Scrapbook, we are absolutely buzzing to share the magic of our November Main Kit with you. This month, we're blending classic Christmas charm with a dash of whimsical mischief, perfect for capturing all your unique holiday moments—whether you're snuggled up with hot cocoa or posing with a certain green character who almost stole Christmas!

Just take a look at this gorgeous layout by our talented Design Team member, Melissa Minor. She has perfectly showcased how this kit can bring your photos to life with its rich holly patterns, bold reds and greens, and fantastic die-cut accents like that stunning sleigh and cheerful Santa. This kit is absolutely packed with beautiful papers, embellishments, and special goodies that will have your memory-keeping heart growing three sizes! Melissa has a process video on her channel that you can watch here.

Ready to see what festive treasures await you inside? Grab your wish list, because this kit is a holiday must-have!

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🎉 Sketch Reveal Day is Here! Get Ready to Create with My Creative Scrapbook! 🎉

 Hello, crafty friends and memory keepers!

It's the most inspiring day of the month—it's Sketch Reveal Day at My Creative Scrapbook, and we are absolutely thrilled to share the foundation for your next amazing layout!

We know how much you love a good starting point, and this month's sketch, designed by the talented Laura Creates, is an absolute stunner. It's the perfect blueprint to jumpstart your creativity, help you bust through that creative block, and turn your gorgeous kit supplies into beautiful, structured pages.

Check out the Inspiration!

The My Creative Scrapbook Design Team has been hard at work, interpreting this versatile sketch in their own signature styles. Whether you prefer clean lines, layers of mixed media, or heaps of beautiful blooms, you'll see just how many possibilities one simple sketch can hold!

Take a peek at how our incredible team brought the sketch to life using the fantastic products from this month's kits:

• **** (The Original Sketch)

• **** (Nicole Santos's stunning take on the circular design with vibrant color and floral clusters.)

• **** (Claire Hawkins' charming holiday version, perfectly framing those adorable pups!)

• **** (Sandi Clarkson's lovely nature-themed layout, utilizing the central circle to cluster her photos and embellishments.)

• **** (Michele Schmidt's gorgeous fall-themed layout, playing with negative space and textured elements.)

• **** (Patty McGovern-Pugh's festive layout, showcasing a delightful Christmas wreath frame around her sweet photos.)

• **** (Debbie Burns' beautifully layered nature walk page, with intricate details and a serene feel.)

• **** (Maree Crozier's fun "Meet & Mingle" Christmas party layout, featuring charming village houses and celebratory elements.)

• **** (Melissa Minor's "Christmas Memories" page, with a lovely front door theme and festive poinsettias.)

Grab your kit, download the sketch, and join the fun! We can't wait to see your unique spin on this month's design. Don't forget to share your layouts in our Facebook group and tag us so we can shower your creations with love!

Happy Scrapping!

Be sure to check the website to see which kits are still available, as well as more inspiration!

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