Farmhouse Harvest Week :: Mini Journals

 

In moving forward with Day "2" of Farmhouse Harvest week, we've another delightful array of projects to share - before doing so though, we'd like to quickly direct yesterday's giveaway announcement. We're going to change it up a bit - instead of focusing solely on those projects you've completed or have planned for Thanksgiving, we're also interested in hearing about your Autumn themed projects! If you're without an Autumn this time a year, forgo the season entirely and simply tell us about your latest handmade ware...and again, the winner will be announced next Monday! Don't forget about today's giveaway, too! *Details listed at the very end...

 

Crate Paper Artist: Erin Stewart

Hello, Erin Stewart with you and today I'm going to present how to go about creating this sweet "Thankful" mini flip book! I used nearly all of the Farmhouse collection to construct it, which was perfect 'cause it's of Fall's entire color range. In coming up with an idea for the album, I wanted to remember all the things I'm "thankful" for this year. The leaf shape album seemed the perfect fit - here's how to go about making it!

First, trace out a large leaf and use it as a template to create your pages, or use a die-cut machine instead! I opted to go the die-cut route since it was easier...

If you've a sewing machine, bind the pages by sewing down the right edge (bundle your pages together).

Now, you've a perfect "flip book" awaiting embellishments and jotted notes about things your thankful for. 

Crate Paper's "Stand Out" stickers made it really easy to create the title for the cover - I layered a piece of Crate's chipboard frame beneath it. And quite conveniently, the alphas fit just above the sticker!

Adding little embellishments to each page is fairly straightforward. There's really not a whole lot of space to cover, so a few embellishments here and there in support of the theme is all that's required. 

Note: I pre-printed the journaling on paper strips - this hastens the process some.

I added a sticker border to the outside edge of my "Fall" page. I then positioned a leaf pin, along with one of Crate's pretty buttons with the assistance of hot glue.

If you'd like, tie a small section of twine or ribbon around the stem of the album. It'll give the album a more finished look!

 

Crate Paper Artist: Jaime Warren

Corn mazes are a popular visiting destination this time of year and in braving one, there are a lot of camera opportunities available that would make for an entertaining scrapbook page. To go alongside the fun images, why not try out a few non-traditional elements that might not shout "Autumn" such as Crate's snowflakes? Had you notice them on Jaime's layout? They blend seamlessly with the colors of Farmhouse's patterned papers, and they're not your typical snowflakes! The easily pass as "doilies", too.

 

Crate Paper Artist: Rahel Menig

Looking for a carry-'round album you can bring you while waiting for Autumn's most memorable moments to occur? Shabby and elegant, Rahel's mini album seems well suited for the task of portability and the documenting of daily surprises. She's created the album from both traditional cardstock and an interspersing of Farmhouse's patterned papers. A sewn seam serves as the binding that holds it all together!

 

 

Our downsized version of pattern papers are tremendously popular! And not only are they a hit amongst card makers, Crate's crafters love them, too! Why, exactly? Well, think about it - each pad houses nearly a full collection of patterned papers! Sure, they're smaller, but in many instances, it's just enough to get the job done - plus, you save from having to trim apart a beloved 12" x 12" paper! Yes, we love our papers as crafters, don't we?! 

If you're still without a sizable stack of our newest 6" x 6" pattern paper pads, now is your chance to win them!! Share with us your FAVORITE use for the small sized pattern papers via the comment section below {by Sunday, November 6th/11:59 Central Time} - we'll announce a randomly chosen WINNER next Monday, November 7th. Good Luck!

Comments

[Becky Elliott]

The 6x6 paper pads are perfect for cards and mini albums! I love the Farmhouse collection, but in reality, I love all things Crate Paper!! I just bought the Random paper collection yesterday! :)

[J. Jones]

I love using my 6x6 for making my own diecuts to match all the wonderful Crate Paper collections!

[Sherry]

I adore CP! The mini pads are great for matting small photos!

[Hanna Nyström]

I think 6x6 is perfect for backgrounds for your photos, and I like not having to use a 12x12 when I just need a little piece.

[Miss Cooper]

I love to make mini books for gifts and these 6x6 pads make the perfect background for these lovely books!

[Keesha]

The 6x6 pads are a card makers bestfriend!!

[GraceM]

I like using them for die-cuts because they're the perfect size for Sizzix Bigz & Originals dies!

[April Y]

I love using mine for cards making and for altered note books, great size!

[Claire]

I have found the 6x6 pads perfect for making mini albums. My Learn Something New Every Day mini book is full of 6x6 crate paper gems!

[Cassandra Chen]

Woo, great inspiration for the album! Love it! THanks for the awesome giveaway too!:)

[Sue D]

I use them for card making.

[Cindy]

I own MANY of the 6x6 paper packs and love them. I love to make cards and it is so simple to pull out a pack and all of the papers coordinate. When I cut the papers, I store all of the little strips right in the paper pad for my next project. Perfect!

[LN xx]

I loooooove 6 x 6 pads for matting photos
and mini albums! I also used for make a little decorations.

[Lara Carson]

I love using these for cards the most. I have been known to use them on 12x12 layouts...takes a bit of paper piecing, but it is worth the result!

[Kelly Massman]

My favorite use in the past has always been for cards, but I have been getting into making my own handmade books lately, and these are just perfect for embellishing. Thanks for a chance to win!!!!

[Jolaine]

Those 6x6 paper pads are not only great for cardmaking, they're awesome for making mini albums and adding layers to my 12x12 scrapbook layouts! Thanks so much for the opportunity to win!!!

[Cindy deRosier]

I love the 6x6s for all sorts of things- cards, paper piecing, mini albums and more. I wish the smaller scale of patterns of the 6x6 were available in a 12x12. I'd buy that in a flash.

[christy a]

I love the mini size for cards, creating smaller embellishments and mini albums! Perfect for so many things!! :)

[isabel]

I love mini albums so this size is just perfect !

[Laurel S]

I always purchase the large collection and the 6 X 6 pads. The small pads are perfect for cards and making embellishments for layouts using my die cutters and punches.