Echo Park Paper

Happy Fall Mini Album

Hello there again, crafty friends!  Today I’m sharing one of my favorite ways to document the little daily moments in my life.  I love to prepare these great 3x4 albums, that are perfect for Instax and instant photos; the size is just perfect!

 

To create this little album, I simply cut 6 sheets to 3x8 and then folded each one in half.  To bind it all together I punch for even holes along the spine of my little book to be able to lace my ribbon through.  Two of the holes go near the top and two go near the bottom.  This makes for a perfect place to crisscross the ribbon to create a pretty little x along the spine!

Now that the spine is all secure with my pretty spotted ribbon, the even more fun bit starts.  Now you can stuff it full of pretty die-cuts, stickers, and bases for your future quick print photos!  I like to pre-cut white cardstock as base for my photos, so that it’s super simple to come back and stick on my photos and journaling to each page.  This really is the best way to make memory-keeping a breeze, when you’ve already done all the hard work.

I think my very favorite thing about this little album is all the die-cut leaves that I spread amongst the pages and the cover; the Thankful Leaf Trio Die Set will be a staple in all my fall creating this year.  Those little leaves just make my crafty heart happy.  I also made sure to spread that pretty “Thankful” die word amongst my photos as well!

One of the great new things in the Echo Park shop are the chipboard pieces!  I spread those around my little album anywhere I could; I loved that I could pop on some PVA glue, and they could be stuck to just about anything.  When I was finished with the chipboard pieces I wanted to use, I loved that I could pop out each piece and store it in an ephemera box.

Thanks as always for popping by to take a look at another creation!  I love being able to share my love of crafting with each of you!

Supplies:

Happy Fall Collection Kit

Happy Fall “Welcome Fall” Paper

Happy Fall “Cool Breeze” Paper

Happy Fall “Sweet Fall” Paper

Happy Fall “Fresh Fall Flowers” Paper

Happy Fall ‘Fall Forest” Paper

Happy Fall “Pumpkin Spice” Paper

Happy Fall Element Stickers

Happy Fall Chipboard Accents

Happy Fall 6x6 Paper Pad

Happy Fall Ephemera

Happy Fall Enamel Dots

Happy Fall “Thankful Leaf Trio” Die Set

Ribbon

Hole Punch

"Witches & Wizards" Travelers Notebook

Pack your Bags for Magic!

Hi Echo Park Fans! It is Dorymar and I’m on the blog sharing a fun traveler notebook using the new spectacular Witches and Wizards Collection! It is never too early to start planning for future adventures or simply document your past great trips.

I selected the black Travelers Notebook because it matched perfectly with the collection. On top of the Traveler Notebook, I created a fun décor with some icons included in the collection. What I love the most about travelers' notebook is the opportunity that it gives you to record all your beautiful experiences on your trip.

I love to decorate my pockets with lots of bits & pieces, paper clips and journaling cards. This gives it a fun look for when I open my Traveler Notebook and I can use all the beautiful goodies that the collection includes.

I selected a perfect sentiment included in one of the 4x4 journaling cards to decorate the cover. I made fun layers with patterned papers, frames, and icons of the collection and the cover looks fantastic. 

I started the inside of my notebook with many layers of the patterned included in the 6x6 paper pack for the base of my pages, then I adhered the photo mat created with the natural white linen cardstock from Carta Bella. For the finishing touches I added some icons and sentiments included in the ephemera packs.

On my traveler’s notebook, I love to recreate a small layout that simulates a scrapbook page. This is a fun way to use all my papers because I can add many layers and decorate all the pages creating fun clusters with die cuts and stickers.

See below more traveler’s notebook pages inspiration.

I think having your designs pre-designed is an easier way to complete your TN. Travels or road trips are always planned, why not having your TN ready to just add your photos and journal.

Thank you for stopping by today! I look forward to seeing what you do with this fabulous collection.

Download a FREE instruction page for one of Dorymar's fun TN spreads by clicking HERE!

Happy crafting!

 

Supplies:

Witches and Wizards Collection Kit

Witches and Wizards 6x6 Paper Pad

Witches and Wizards Ephemera

Witches and Wizards Tags and Frames

Black Travelers Notebook

Natural White Linen Cardstock

Corner Rounder Punch

Witches & Wizards Card Set

Use our "Witches & Wizards" collection to make a clever card or two! Sheree created these fun cards with the patterned papers, stickers, and ephemera from this magical collection! 

 

Everyone needs a little magic, now and than...YOU can send someone a little magic with this card!

 

You don't need a special occasion to send a card - just send one to say "hello" and brighten someone's day!

 

What will YOU make with these magical products? Click HERE to see the entire Witches & Wizards collection!

Supplies:

Witches & Wizards Collection Kit
Witches & Wizards 6x6 Paper Pad
Witches & Wizards Element Stickers
Witches & Wizards Ephemera Pack

Witch Hat and Spell Book Decor Set

Hey everyone,  Michelle here today with a new project using the  Witches and Wizards collection.  This collection has a definite Halloween feel to it so I decided to make some decorations.

 

 

I went looking into the Silhouette store and found this cute little spell book box.  The dark red paper was the perfect look for an old spell book!  I haven't decided what I'm going to put inside yet.  Maybe I'll hide some treats and I won't tell the kids!  hehehe

 

 

I then found this witch hat and I knew I had to make it too!  It was the perfect addition to create this cute set!  

 

 

I embellished both pieces with some element stickers from the collection.  They turned out really cute!  Can't wait to display them at Halloween!

 

 

Thanks for stopping by!

 

Supplies used:

Wizardry Times 12x12 paper

Spell Books 12x12 paper

Journaling Cards 12x12 paper

Letters 12x12 paper

Dark Red/Gold Coordinating Solid

Element Stickers 

A Second Peek Inside Club EP: September 2020

We're back with another peek inside the September 2020 Edition of Club EP!

The kits come with many additional project ideas, plus exclusive cut files and instruction pages!

Being a member of our club definitely comes with privileges!

Earlier this week we shared some fun card projects, exclusive to Club EP.

Today, we're giving you a little peek at a layout idea, also exclusive to the kit! 

Everything you need to create a layout just like this one is included the kit!! Sign up today by clicking HERE!!

The kits come with many additional project ideas, plus exclusive cut files and instruction pages!

Being a member of our club definitely comes with privileges!

Earlier this week we shared some fun card projects, exclusive to Club EP.

Today, we're giving you a little peek at a layout idea, also exclusive to the kit! 

Everything you need to create a layout just like this one is included the kit!! Sign up today by clicking HERE!!

A Peek Inside Club EP: September 2020

Have you subscribed to CLUB EP yet? Here's another peek at what's included in our September 2020 Club EP Kit!

Did you know that in addition to all of amazing products, our monthly kits also include exclusive project ideas and instruction sheets? 

Here's an example of some fun card ideas included in the September club kit:

Click HERE to visit the CLUB EP page for additional details and to subscribe!

Did you know that in addition to all of amazing products, our monthly kits also include exclusive project ideas and instruction sheets? 

Here's an example of some fun card ideas included in the September club kit:

Click HERE to visit the CLUB EP page for additional details and to subscribe!

Club EP: September 2020

We're excited to announce our next kit club collection featuring popular papers and embellishments from the "Hello Autumn" collection by Carta Bella Paper!

Crisp air, cool mornings, sweater weather, pumpkin spice, and hayrides can only mean one thing – it’s time to say, “Hello Autumn!” Warm fall colors, fabulous florals, hand-written sentiments, and beautiful hand-painted images will fill your heart with warmth, gratitude and happiness! Celebrate autumn with us and our newest Club EP ensemble!

 

The September Kit Includes:

24 Designs on Double Sided Papers

27 Cut Apart Cards

41 Chipboard Pieces

99 Stickers

33 Die Cut Ephemera Pieces

60 Enamel Dots

39 Puffy Stickers 

1 6x6 Paper Pad

 

Here's a sneak peek at what's included:

 

 

Subscribe TODAY to guarantee your kit! If you are already subscribed, your kit will ship on or about September 20th. 

Become a member (by subscribing) and you will receive perks such as FREE SHIPPING (in the continental US) and exclusive cut files, just to name a few!

 

Click HERE to join the club OR for more information.

School Uniform Pencil Box

Sharpen your pencils. It's back to school time! This is the time of year when students prepare for learning with new haircuts, shiny shoes, and of course...school clothes! My Uniform Pencil Box was inspired by the School Rules "Student Plaid" Patterned Paper. It's a fun plaid that is reminiscent of the standard school uniforms that are worn by schoolchildren throughout the country. The box is fully functional and is large enough to hold pencils as well as other small things, but small enough to fit in a locker. And it's cute enough to make the tweens squeal!

 

 

The lid of the Uniform Pencil Box features a group of pleats "skirting" the sides. The pleats were made with my scoreboard and a bone folder and although they took a bit of time, they were so fun to make! I topped my lid with a fun frame from the School Rules Frames & Tags Ephemera, and a word that I cut using the School Word Die Set. I love that font. It cut beautifully!

 

 

Pencils are a school item that often disappears. Personalize your pencils with cute pencil toppers made with the School Rules 6X6 Paper Pad. The sweet little owl was cut from a page in the 6X6 Pad. Don't worry. There are enough owls on a page to keep their pencils cute all semester!

 

 

This school year may look different, and it will certainly be remembered. Capture those memories and celebrate the learning with the School Rules Collection from Echo Park Paper.

 

 

 

Supplies:

 

School Rules Collection Kit

School Rules 6X6 Paper Pad

School Rules “Alphabet” Patterned Paper

School Rules “ School Day” Patterned Paper

School Rules “Student Plaid” Patterned Paper

School Rules Element Sticker Sheet

Carta Bella Scarlet Red Felt Designer Cardstock

Carta Bella Ultra White Felt Designer Cardstock

School Rules Frames & Tags Ephemera

School Word Die Set

Adhesive

Dimensional Foam Adhesive

Buttons

Embroidery Floss

Twine

Gray Ink

Bone Folder

Detail Scissors

Scoreboard

Manual Die Cutting Machine

Digital Die Cutting Machine

Paperclip Box SVG: SVGCuts

Double Sided Pencil Topper SVG:

Silhouette Design Store ID# 25033

 

School Days Mini Album

Hello friends, It’s Dorymar today with a fun School Days mini album with the new School Rules Collection from Echo Park.

I created this album from scratch and the measurements are 6x7x2.25” and have 6 pages.  On the cover, I decided to create a shaker with a piece of chipboard and a clear page. Inside the shaker, I adhered a beautiful girl sticker and a cute die cut from the collection.

Inside the album, you find a lot of space for photos and stories to be added later. As always, I love to create pockets, tags, flaps, and fun backgrounds to add photos and journaling.

The collection has many colorful patterns and I love to use all, in all my pages I incorporated many patterned papers for my layers and also fill the pages with the fantastic stickers and die cuts.

One of the things I love about the collections are the journaling cards, they are perfect to create flap and pocket but also inserts to add photos and journaling. They give me a lot of space and a beautiful color on my pages.

The School Rules Collection is perfect for saving some of your favorite school memories.  The colors are perfect, the patterns are fantastic, and the theme is especially important for every mom!

I hope this colorful project inspires you to create a fun school project to document your child’s school memories.

Supplies:

School Rules Collection Kit

School Rules Frames and Tags Ephemera

School Rules Ephemera

"School Rules" Academic Planner

Hello there again amazing crafty friends!  It’s Lydia Cost today, and today I’m sharing a little tutorial of how I created this great little academic planner for the upcoming school year.  This will be the first year that I need to do some massive planning for my kiddo; scheduling lunches, pick-up times, and homework.  I know I’ll need to keep a little planner in my bag to track all his activities.

The School Rules collection was perfect for putting together a fun disc bound system perfect for my planning goals.  I decided on a half letter size, because it will fit in any purse or bag that I plan to throw it in.  I planned to include the 10 month academic schedule, and then add in a weekly spread for each month section.  This meant I needed 2 covers, 10 monthly tabs, and 5 internal pages per section.

I set out picking out the perfect patterned papers for each of my planner dividers and covers.  The 12x12 papers are perfect for this because they accommodate the 8.5 x 5.5 size very well.  I cut out an 8.5 x 11 size sheet of paper, and then split it in half for my front and back cover.  I’ve provided some great templates for you to use to get your covers and tabbed inserts perfect.  You can download them here.

Next I picked 5 different papers (10 designs total) to create my tabbed inserts.  These papers were so fun, and both sides of the patterned papers were perfect for creating monthly tabs inside my planner.  After choosing my papers, I set out to get them cut out, so they would fit perfectly in my planner.  I chose to hand-cut mine from paper; however, I’ve provided the PNG files that I traced from, so you can easily import those into your Studio or Cricut software for easing cutting!

After getting all my inserts cut out and my front and back cover, I decided I wanted to run them through my laminator.  These will fit perfectly inside an 8 ½ x 11 sized laminate pocket, 2 per sheet.  After I got them laminated, I simply went in with my scissors and cut out around all the edges.

Next I mixed in some great planning templates, that suit my needs perfectly.  You can mix these in however it works best for your family or student.  I like to mix in weekly planner pages and a monthly overview.  You could even include teacher lesson plan sheets, extra-curricular planners, or student itineraries too for extra personalization!

All that was left was to bind it all together.  I chose some mini black disc rings that suited my color scheme perfectly.  I love the simplicity of binding this way, because it’s so easy to punch in new and fun things anytime.  I really love the way the School Rules collection perfectly suited this little planner, and I can’t wait to put it to use.  I just know the sticker book from the Carta Bella School Days collection is going to be perfect for dressing up all of my planning pages, and I can’t wait to punch in some tags and ephemera from the collection too!

 

Click HERE to download a FREE instruction page with complete supply list and step-by-step instructions!

Supplies:

School Rules Collection Kit

School Rules “Alphabet” Paper

School Rules “Student Plaid” Paper

School Rules “Journaling Cards” Paper

School Rules “Numbers” Paper

School Rules “School is Cool” Paper

School Rules “4x4 Journaling Cards” Paper

School Rules “Owls” Paper

School Rules “Supplies” Paper

School Rules “Back to School” Paper

School Rules “Paper Airplanes” Paper

School Rules Ephemera

Carta Bella School Days Sticker Book

Mini Discs

Disc Punch

Laminator & Laminate Pouches (Optional)

Paper Trimmer & Scissors