January Winners Announced!!

Hello Scrappers!

 First of... Thank you to everyone who played along with our Janury challenges!! :)  

With so many wonderful entries, the Design Team had the difficult task to choose the TOP 3 entries for this month.   

The votes are in and the Design Team Top 3 for January are... 

(in order of linkup)

#18 ~ Lauren

#22 ~ Jinny Newlin

#24 ~ Sue Smith 

Congratulations ladies!!!!

One of you will be contacted and invited to be our Guest Designer for the month of March!

Please grab our new TOP 3 blinkie below so that you can BRAG on your own blog ;)

And now for our January randomly drawn winner…

Congratulations...

#8 ~ Laura

you have won the following prize:

Please leave a comment below AND...

email us at scrapourstash@gmail.com with January Winner in the subject line and we will get your prize sent out to you!!!!

Also, please grab our WINNERS blinkie below to add to your blog:

Thanks everyone for visiting us today!   

Make sure you come back tomorrow and check out our February Stash Challenge and meet our February Guest Designer and check out what she has created to share with us! 

"Family" Layout by Rochelle

Good morning everyone!

Today's inspiration is the creative work of Rochelle, inspired by our

January Sketch Challenge

Rochelle shared this about her page and the challenge:

"For this layout I took the main idea of what I saw in the sketch and used one photo instead of two because I couldn't crop it down. 

I also love layering embellishments so the sketch was prefect for that. 

For the stash item - Sequins - I actually added some to my title and layered it with rhinestones. 

Great challenge!"

Here is this month's sketch, created by our January Sketch Artist, Bev Code. 
Remember your must add SEQUINS!!!

If you would like to check out more of Bev's sketches and/or beautiful work, visit her blog:

Bee Cee Creativity

This awesome prize from our sponsor, 17turtles is up for grabs...

All you have to do is complete one or both our our January Challenges and link up by 

January 29th, 11:59 PM (PST)  to be entered into our monthly prize drawing!

For each challenge completed you will receive an entry!!!

"Believe in the Magic" Layout by DT Tracy

Hello Crafters!

 Thank you for stopping by for today's inspiration by DT member Tracy.   Here's her wonderful layout based on the January sketch challenge:

 Here's what Tracy says about her layout:

"Yes, I still believe! You're never too old, right? I still get butterflies when I see Santa and I hope that feeling never goes away.

For this sketch challenge I mixed it up a bit, but the basic concept is still there. That's what I love about following a sketch, it's such a great starting point to get your design going. Additionally we were asked to incorporate sequins and I used plenty. Circle sequins along the chevron side border and also as the centers of my diecut snowflakes. Snowflake sequins were sprinkled throughout as well to add to my holiday theme. Let me point out my title, this is a cut file by 17 Turtles. With them being our sponsor this month we were given the opportunity to work with their files. So be sure to check them out!

Now it's your turn, go have some with it! I look forward to seeing your creation."

Here's GSA Bev Code's sketch...and don't forget to add SEQUINS:

You still have a couple of days to submit your entry!!
Please link your layout to the sidebar no later than January 29th, 11:59 PM (PST) for a chance to win this generously donated prize by our sponsor:

17turtles!!!

* Shop the 17turtles Etsy Shop

* Visit 17turtles Facebook page for the latest news and updates.

* Need cut file inspiration...visit 17turtles Blog

Have a great day!

"Today was a Good Day" Layout by DT Kate

 Happy Monday!!

 Today we start off our week with this beautiful layout from our Design Team member Kate:

 Kate shares this about her layout:

"Used the Pie Chart cut file from 17 Turtles along with the fab sketch by Bev Code. I only used one picture so that the cut file would show through; loved all the hearts! Used white on white paper but misted for a watercolor look. Used washi down the sides for the color to match my embellishments. Loved this picture of us on Christmas Day before eating Christmas diner."

Here's is a look at this month's sketch created by

Guest Sketch Artist Bev Code:

And... remember, you must include SEQUINS!!!!

For complete challenge details, click HERE!!!

All entries are due by January 29th, 11:59 PM (PST) for a chance to win a 

$20 Gift Certificate generously offered by our 

January Sponsor

17turtles

* Shop the 17turtles Etsy Shop

* Visit 17turtles Facebook page for the latest news and updates.

* Need cut file inspiration...visit 17turtles Blog

Have a great day! a wonderful day!

"Cheers" Layout by DT Becky

 Hey Crafters!!!
Today's inspiration comes from our fabulous Design Team member Becky:

 Here's what Becky said about her Layout:
"This layout features two of my favorite things - lots of paper layers and cut files. I used the "Swirl and Twirl" cut file from this month's sponsor, 17turtles. Also, believe it or not, this was my first time using sequins, but it won't be the last. Cheers!"

And here's a look at this month's sketch created by

Guest Sketch Artist Bev Code:

And... remember, you must include SEQUINS!!!!

For complete challenge details, click HERE!!!

All entries are due by January 29th, 11:59 PM (PST) for a chance to win a 

$20 Gift Certificate generously offered by our 

January Sponsor

17turtles

Make sure you stop in tomorrow for more inspiration!

Have a wonderful day!

"Sunday Drive Along PCH" by DT Claire

Good Morning! 

Today's inspiration is this lovely page created by DT Claire, inspired by our 

January Sketch Challenge.

Check out how Claire used a cut file provided by our sponsor, 17turtles on her layout:

Claire shared this about her layout:

"When I do a layout for Scrap Our Stash I always look to my older stash first, then add newer stash to complete the design. For this layout I used Echo Park This and That papers (old stash) because I wanted newsprint along with greens and browns with a bit of teal. To that I added, Basic Grey stickers from Marjolaine (new stash) and die cuts from 17turtles,  
Circles within Circles cut file. 

Of course to complete the layout, I added wood grain color sequins (requirement for the challenge) along with wood veneer hearts.

For more details and photos, head over to my blog, Three Waters Creations

Now it's your turn to create a layout using the sketch and sequins. I am looking forward to seeing what you create. 

Enjoy!"

Here's this month's sketch created by our Guest Sketch Artist,  Bev Code:

Stash requirement...SEQUINS

We can't wait to see how Bev's sketch inspires you!

Entries need to be linked up no later than january 29th, 11:59 PM (PST) for a chance to win this month's awesome prize:

generously donated by our sponsor,

 17turtles!!!

Please show your support for our sponsor by visiting the links below:

* Shop the 17turtles Etsy Shop

* Visit 17turtles Facebook page for the latest news and updates.

* Need cut file inspiration...visit 17turtles Blog

Have a Scraptabulous day!

"Bone Sweet Bone" Layout by DT Robin

Happy Friday!!!

 Today's inspiration comes from our DT member Robin!  Here's her beautiful layout based on this month's sketch:

Robin shared this about her layout:

"This was an easy challenge this time around. The sketch, so beautiful and use sequins? Easy-Peasy! To top it off, we got to use cut files from our January sponsor, 17 Turtles. The bold title, Bone Sweet Bone is the cut file I used for this layout. I just love it!"

For more detailed shots of this layout, please go to my blog...http://robinredd.typepad.com/reddrobinstudios/

Here is a look at this month's sketch created by

Guest Sketch Artist Bev Code:

And... remember, you must include SEQUINS!!!!

For complete challenge details, click HERE!!!

All entries are due by January 29th, 11:59 PM (PST) for a chance to win a 

$20 Gift Certificate generously offered by our 

January Sponsor

17turtles

Have a wonderful day!

"A Cat's Life" Layout by DT Nicole D.

Hello and thank you for stopping by to check out today's 

January Sketch 

inspiration created by DT Nicole:

And here is what Nicole shared about her reveal:

"A Cat's Life" - I'm very happy today to share with you this layout of my kitty cat Sugar doing what cats do best... napping! Yes, I woke her up while taking the photo. Bad Mommy!  smile emoticon I based my layout on Bev's sketch using different big block of pattern paper on a pattern background. I digged in my paper scraps and found an old stash of My Mind's Eye "Indie Chic" which went well with the picture. I also love how the 17turtles' cut file "Good Kitty", designed by Juliana Michaels, gave me awesome layered paper embellishments to complement the photo and the sketch. I also added several black and green sequins, as required by the challenge. Like what you see? See more on my blog at http://scrap-utopia.blogspot.com/"

Here is the sketch....remember to include SEQUINS!!!

Click HERE for the challenge and complete details!!!

Love the cut file Nicole used...visit our sponsor, 17turtles to check out all of the wonderful cut files available to enhance your creations.

How would you like a chance to win this month's prize donated by 17turtles?

All you have to do is create a layout inspired by one or both of our January Challenges to be entered into the drawing!

You will receive an entry into the drawing for each challenge completed.

Thank you for visiting us today and return tomorrow for more
Sketch Challenge inspiration from our Design Team!

Enjoy the rest of your day!

"You Are My Happy" Layout by DT Patricia

  Happy Hump Day!!!

Today we have a beautiful fun layout from our DT member Patricia, inspired by our

January Sketch Challenge:

Patricia shared this about her reveal:

"The sketch provided was brought to you by Bev Code. It was a bit challenging for me because I usually don't use huge sheets of paper to cover a page, but I think I did rather well! 

Anxious to continue seeing all of your awesome interpretations of the sketch!

Thanks for looking!"

Here is a look at this month's sketch created by

Guest Sketch Artist Bev Code:

And... remember, you must include SEQUINS!!!!

For complete challenge details, click HERE!!!

All entries are due by January 29th, 11:59 PM (PST) for a chance to win a 

$20 Gift Certificate generously offered by our 

January Sponsor

17turtles

Make sure you stop in tomorrow and check out what our next designer has to share with you and how she used a cut file from 17turtles with this month's sketch!

Have a wonderful day!

"Beautiful Princess" Layout by Joefil

Hey Crafters!  

Today's inspiration is brought to you by DT member Joefil.  

Here is her lovely layout inspired by our January Guest Sketch Artist's Sketch:

And here is what Joefil shared about her layout....

"Great sketch! Another pink page, LOL! 

"Every time I make a page of my daughter I always think of pink, maybe because most of her clothes are pink. Anyway, I used all Heidi Swapp papers, also added pink sequins.

Now its your turn! Can't wait to see your creation!"

Here's GSA Bev Code's sketch...and don't forget to add SEQUINS:

Entries need to be linked up to the sidebar no later than January 29th, 11:59 PM (PST) for a chance to win this month's awesome prize:

generously donated by our sponsor,

 17turtles!!!

Please show your support for our sponsor by visiting the links below:

* Shop the 17turtles Etsy Shop

* Visit 17turtles Facebook page for the latest news and updates.

* Need cut file inspiration...visit 17turtles Blog

Have a great day!

"Hey Sister" Layout by DT Lynn

Today we are sharing some creative goodness from DT Lynn,

inspired by our January Sketch Challenge!

Lynn shared this about her layout and the challenge:

"For my layout, I kept the main design of the sketch but used one photo instead of two. I added sequins along the top and bottom {were there is stitching in the sketch}. I love adding texture to my page with torn paper and embossing the edges. I used a few Polaroid die-cuts from 17 Turtles to mat under my photo and all the yummy layers.

Thanks for checking in and I can't wait what you create!"

Inspired by Lynn's wonderful layout and awesome job with the 

Everyday Polaroid cut files from 17turtles???

Here's Bev's sketch...and don't forget to add SEQUINS:

We can't wait to see how Bev's sketch inspires you!

Entries need to be linked up no later than january 29th, 11:59 PM (PST) for a chance to win this month's awesome prize:

generously donated by our sponsor,

 17turtles!!!

Please show your support for our sponsor by visiting the links below:

* Shop the 17turtles Etsy Shop

* Visit 17turtles Facebook page for the latest news and updates.

* Need cut file inspiration...visit 17turtles Blog

Have a Scraptabulous day!

"Ready, Set, Go" Layout by DT Tanti

I hope you have all had a wonderful weekend!

Today we are sharing an awesome layout created by DT Tanti, inspired by our

January Sketch Challenge:

Tanti shared this about her reveal:

"This is another winter layout that I've made this year. 

For this layout I've followed the main design of the sketch. 

But instead of two photos, I used three photos.

This sketch also inspired me to layer the embellishments.

I really had a lot of fun making this layout."

Here is our sketch this month created by our
Guest Sketch Artist, Bev Code

Add SEQUINS and link up by January 29th, 1:59 PM (PST) for a chance to win our fabulous prize this month, generously donated by 17turtles

For complete details on our Sketch Challenge as well as our Stash Challenge, click HERE

Thank you for stopping by and make sure you return tomorrow for more
Design Team inspiration!!!

"Big Dreams" LO by DT Elena

 Happy Saturday!

 Today our DT member Elena is inspiring us with her awesome layout:

Closeup:

Here's what Elena said about her layout:

"My daughter (like most 5 year old girls) dreams of becoming a ballet dancer...as if I blame her. There are times that I still dream of being a dancer.

I handmade my daughter’s tutu to wear with her amphibians for the photo shoot to highlight both styles of dancing, urban and classical! 

I wanted to capture both styles in creating  my page, so I used urban stamps with classic paper and flowers!”

 Here is the challenge sketch...And don't forget to add SEQUINS!!!!

Complete one or both of our January Challenges for a chance to win this awesome prize generously offered by our January Sponsor

17turtles

 Enjoy your Saturday and see you back here tomorrow for more inspiation!!!

"Just Run" LO by DT Steffanie

Hello Crafters!

 Today our fabulous Friday inspiration comes from our talented DT member Steffanie:

 Steffanie shared this about her layout:

"In using this sketch from Bev Code, I kept the vertical and horizontal lines the same. I kept the title below the photos but shifted it to the right side of the page. I added an additional photo, making them narrower so they essentially cover the same amount of space as the original sketch design. 

For the stash part of the challenge---to use sequins---I added some clear/iridescent ones to create the feeling of falling raindrops, in support of my theme.

The running files are from 17turtles.  I cut the running border 3 times to create a partial background. I layered up a couple other elements (the running man in the circle and the title) and raised them up with dimensional adhesive.

I really enjoyed creating this page. It''s one of the few that are just about me!"

 Here is the challenge sketch:

And don't forget your SEQUINS!!

Thank you for stopping by today and see you tomorrow!

January Sketch Challenge #22 ~ Guest Sketch Artist Bev Code

Hello All!!

This year we are excited to announce something new… our
mid-month Guest Sketch Artist Challenge!
Every month we will introduce one talented artist and have the pleasure of using one of their fantastic sketches for our challenge!  This month, SOS would love to welcome....

BEV CODE

"My name is Bev Code and I have been scrapping about 5+ years. I am a wife, mother and gramma that loves being retired and now have time to scrap to my heart's content. I love scrapbooking along with fun things it entails with online friends, forums and FB. The learning process has been interesting and creative also. Other crafts I love also are needlepoint, sewing, knitting, crochet and taking lots of photos. Family and friends are the subjects of my scrapping along with nature, ancestry and vacation sites. I live in Conestogo, Ontario and spend some time in Florida where I take my scrapping with me for the extended time.

My Blog is : http://beeceecreativity.blogspot.com/ "

CHALLENGE: 

Your challenge is to create a layout using Bev Code’s Sketch as your inspiration:

AND for your stash item... you are to use SEQUINS on your layout. 

One more important thing...click HERE for the SOS Challenge Guidelines!!! 

Make sure to link your layout to Mr. Linky on our side bar by Jan 29th at midnight PST.

Don’t forget ... January’s monthly prize is:

Now let’s check out Bev Code’s awesome layout: 

Thank you Bev for being our January Guest Sketch Artist! 

 Make sure you all return tomorrow to see more inspiration from our Design Team!