GOAL! | Simple Stories | Simple Set Soccer

Wednesday, 26 March 2025

 


Hey everyone! I’m excited to share a new layout for Simple Stories using one of the sporty Simple Sets. I went with the Soccer set since my daughter plays on a soccer team. Each Simple Set includes six double-sided patterned papers and a sheet of Cardstock Stickers, plus there’s a matching Page Pieces set available too!

For this layout, I used the soccer pitch paper as my background—I just love that bold, bright green! I added two photos and decorated the page with stickers from the Cardstock Stickers sheet and pieces from the Page Pieces set. The embellishments are absolutely perfect for a soccer-themed layout!

To finish it off, I added some journaling and a few splatters of black paint for extra texture.

Thanks for stopping by, and happy scrapping!

Niki xx 






Time for Something Sweet

Tuesday, 25 March 2025

 


Hey everyone, here is another layout for Simple Stories using Say Cheese Classic Pooh. For this layout, I knew I had to use that gorgeous book-page paper—it was the perfect match for the book-page in my photo! I started by cutting up all the pages, distressing the edges for a worn, textured look, and then carefully placing them back onto another background paper. To add extra detail, I tucked in a few tabs and border strips from the Journal Bits between the pages.

I mounted my photo on a coordinating paper and layered it onto the layout. To frame it even more, I used two tags from the Tags paper, threading them with ribbon before tucking them behind the photo for added dimension.

Next, I embellished the layout with plenty of pretty Floral Bits and a large Winnie-the-Pooh character from the Page Pieces. For the title, I chose a Foam Sticker and placed it vertically alongside my photo for a balanced look.

To bring the design together, I created a second cluster on the right side, featuring Eeyore, more Floral Bits, and a chipboard honey pot from the Decorative Brads. I finished off the layout with additional Decorative Brads, Enamel Dots, and some hand-written journaling beneath my photo. As a final touch, I splattered some white paint over the clusters.

I absolutely love how this layout came together—the background complements my photo perfectly, and working with the Classic Pooh collection has been such a joy. It’s just so adorable!

Happy scrapping

Niki xx 






Today is my New Favourite Day | Simple Stories | Say Cheese Classic Pooh

 

Hey everyone! I'm excited to share a new layout for Simple Stories using the Say Cheese Classic Pooh collection—it's absolutely adorable! For this project, I created a double-page layout since I had plenty of photos and wanted to showcase two coordinating papers from the collection that work perfectly together as a background.

We’re so lucky to have the 100 Aker Wood just 10 minutes from our house! It’s part of a farm we visit often, and they’ve transformed the woodland into a magical space with a charming trail, storybook models, and character houses along the way. We used to go there all the time, and these photos are from a visit a few years ago. I printed them in a slightly smaller-than-standard size—around 5”x3.75”—since I like printing with borders, which naturally reduces the dimensions a bit.

To make working on the double layout easier, I taped the two background pages together on the back. Then, I mounted my photos, placed one inside a Chipboard Frame, and arranged them on the background.

Next, I had so much fun assembling one of the cutest little metal die sets I’ve ever seen! I chose Color Vibe cardstock in shades that complement the Classic Pooh collection and ran them through my Big Shot. After cutting all the pieces, I put together the honey pot and the bee. One detail I absolutely love is the honey pot label—it not only cuts out the outline but also has an embossing plate that imprints the word "hunny"—such a clever touch! I tucked these adorable embellishments under one of my photos for extra dimension.

Since I wanted to layer my photos within the printed clusters on the background paper, I carefully cut around the designs with a craft knife. This allowed me to slip the corners of the photos and extra elements, like Journal Bits, Bits & Pieces, and Floral Bits, behind them for a more interactive look.

To finish the layout, I added more embellishments, including additional Floral Bits and Bits & Pieces. I placed a Foam Sticker title on the right page, then added Decorative Brads and Enamel Dots for extra texture. I handwrote my journaling beneath the title and completed everything with a few phrase stickers from the Cardstock Stickers and some splatters of white paint for a finishing touch.

I loved working on this double layout—I always enjoy creating double spreads, even though I don’t create them as often as I’d like. The Classic Pooh collection is an absolute joy to work with, and I couldn’t be happier with how this turned out!

Thanks so much for stopping by, and happy scrapping!

Niki xx

@nikiclairecreates

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Year 6 | GoGo Getaway March Cybercrop Challenge | Bella Blvd School is Cool

Wednesday, 19 March 2025

 


Here’s my example layout for this month’s GoGo Getaway Cybercrop—a Colour Challenge featuring bold primary colours!  I went with a school-themed layout using the Bella Blvd School is Cool collection perfect for documenting those classroom memories!

Happy scrapping

Niki xx

@nikiclairecreates 

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School | For the Love of Pretty Paper March Sketch | Bella Blvd School is Cool!

Sunday, 2 March 2025

 



Here’s my take on this month’s For the Love of Pretty Paper sketch!  I stayed pretty close to the design, using a big piece of patterned paper on the background and a split layout, but swapped one photo for a journaling card instead. 

I used the Bella Blvd School is Cool collection—I’m on a mission to get all my school photos scrapped! 

Happy scrapping

Niki xx

@nikiclairecreates

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