Hello CK friends! I’m here once again to tell you a little more about our July issue. This was so much fun to work on. (Do I say that every month? It’s true!) This was the first issue where we started incorporating some of the Simple Scrapbooks philosophy (hello SS friends!), and we’re excited to be bringing you those ideas every month. Here are just a few of the ways we’ve incorporated that idea this month:
* “Artsy Made Easy” by Mou Saha. Mou always uses fun, artsy techniques, and here she shares some of her secrets. The techniques aren’t as difficult as you think!
* In “Creative Spaces” this month, Elisha Snow shared some of her organization secrets, which also incorporate a simple style. She proves that you don’t need a large room to effectively organize your supplies.
* “Just the Essentials” by Brittany Beattie embraces part of the Simple philosophy—that it’s important to focus on the essentials when scrapbooking. Don’t let the nitty gritty details get in the way of preserving your story.
Here are a few more tidbits about this month’s issue:
* The fantastic paper/stitched sun on page 65 was stitched together by our very own Erin Bayless. There’s a reason she’s the Creative Director! It’s currently displayed in the Design room at the CK office.
* The fabric that Megan Hoeppner used in her book on page 106 was designed by Heather Bailey. In the scrapbooking world, she’s known for her paper line with Autumn Leaves, but she has many fabric lines (all of which are beautiful) as well.
* One thing many people don’t know is that the title “editor” for CK includes many different roles. One role which more than one of us has held is “furniture builder.” Lori Fairbanks, our resident fashion and trend expert (you know it’s a good day when she compliments your outfit), got to experience this role when she received the chair featured in “Hot Spot” (page 113). Let’s just say it was harder than it looks. (It took more than one of us to figure it out).
Now, we’d like to hear from you! Leave a comment telling us what you liked about the July issue by June 14, and I’ll randomly choose a winner to receive some fun summer products! Check the “giveaways” tab at the top of the blog on Monday, June 15 to see if you’re the winner!
-Maurianne Dunn, Associate Editor
The CK Summer Camp stories/layouts are so fun!
The CK Summer Camp stories/layouts are so fun!
I loved the section on scrapbooking the heroes in your life. My dad was killed in a plane crash 18 years ago (when I was only 21 years old) and he was truly one of my biggest heroes. I have yet to scrap a single page with his photos because whenever I start, I get so overwhelmed emotionally. This segment in the latest CK has inspired me to make sure that I scrap the precious photos of my dad so that my kids can have a visual to look at when we talk about Grandpa Mike! Thanks for inspiring me to get those important pages done and to record my precious memories! *Ü*
I loved the section on scrapbooking the heroes in your life. My dad was killed in a plane crash 18 years ago (when I was only 21 years old) and he was truly one of my biggest heroes. I have yet to scrap a single page with his photos because whenever I start, I get so overwhelmed emotionally. This segment in the latest CK has inspired me to make sure that I scrap the precious photos of my dad so that my kids can have a visual to look at when we talk about Grandpa Mike! Thanks for inspiring me to get those important pages done and to record my precious memories! *Ü*
I really enjoyed the Shopping Smart article in this issue! Some great ideas with truly fantastic pages that don’t at all appear to be done cheaply! And yes, as a former PBK employee (sister store of West Elm), those kinds of chairs always seem simple until you get started! LOL! I understand that one for sure!
I really enjoyed the Shopping Smart article in this issue! Some great ideas with truly fantastic pages that don’t at all appear to be done cheaply! And yes, as a former PBK employee (sister store of West Elm), those kinds of chairs always seem simple until you get started! LOL! I understand that one for sure!
I haven’t seen the issue yet – looking forward to it!
I am always a fan of Becky Higgins article. This month I immediately went upstairs and began working on a layout in her cluster style. Your “Shopping Smart” article was also very timely for me as a SAHM. Thank you for offering me some suggestions to purchase more creatively!
I just picked up my copy of the July CK and was very happy with it! It was great to see Rebecca Cooper as one of your counsellors.
Of course I loved the issue! It was absolutely FULL of eye candy and fun techniques and ideas that I can’t wait to try. I think that Mou’s article was the most inspiring for me, though. I immediately wanted to try out all of her techniques in my craft room.
I always love Becky Higgins’ articles but I want to try the screenshots layout. Loved the idea.
I liked the screenshot layouts!
I thought that all around it was a very good issue. Lot’s of great information and a good variety too. One of my favorite articles was Jessica Spragues. She keeps me interested in this hobby!
I thought that all around it was a very good issue. Lot’s of great information and a good variety too. One of my favorite articles was Jessica Spragues. She keeps me interested in this hobby!
i loved the screenshots layout.
I always love to see how others organize their scrap space. Thanks for showing us some new ideas.
I love Mou’s work!
I love Mou’s work!
every issue is so full of great things, it is hard to choose. I do like the screen shot idea, I would not have thought to do that. Thanks for the inspiration!
I always love Becky’s sketch. It’s the first thing I turn to every time I receive a new issue in the mail!
I really loved that sun & the fabrics!!! Fabulous!
I loved all of the organization for small space tips – I need all the help I can get!
I usually flip straight to Becky’s sketch. I loved how she went “out of the box” this month by clustering the photos. It’s always such a treat to follow her simple layouts and add my own unique touch to it.
love becky’s sketch and scrapbook the screenshot is a great idea. since the internet is such an integral part of our life.
I really like Ali Edwards and studio a colum titled background check I really enjoyed reading and will try a layout like that! I also enjoyed the different versions and her little section titled ali’s notes always has good ideas!
Always love the sketches…don’t every stop those! I really enjoyed the article on using common household items….very inspiring!
I’m organizing my scrap room and so I love the organization/room feature each month.
The screenshots layouts were too cool! What an awesome idea! Several friends from an online community and I just got together this past weekend for the first time ever….and we can’t wait to use a screenshot for our page of us meeting together.
I cannot even choose one favorite thing–my issue is so dog-eared with inspiration markers. I have already translated a bunch of the ideas into my own pages and plans.
I cannot even choose one favorite thing–my issue is so dog-eared with inspiration markers. I have already translated a bunch of the ideas into my own pages and plans.
Becky’s layout is always a favorite and this month didn’t disappoint! I also enjoyed the summer camp feature. Really fun to read and I am looking forward to the real thing!
WOW, I just LOVE the July issue of CK!!!! I re-enlisted (re-subscribed) a few months ago and I’m so GLAD I did!!! I love the techniques sections AND the article/challenge for the Shutterfly book.
Of course, the sketches are an awesome inspiration. I love the section with SO MANY sketches to pick from!
Becky, Jennifer and Ali’s columns were great!
Becky’s sketch is awesome. I can’t wait to scraplift it!
Have not seen my issue yet to see what I like…
I liked Mou Saha’s article
I liked the summer camp section and Mou’s article. Great stuff–lots of LOs!
Every month I try to figure out what my favorite element of this magazine is, and every month I come up with the same answer [and July's issue was no different!]…I LOVE that this magazine keeps me coming back for more. Whether it’s learning a new technique or a way to use a product I already own or showcasing a new trend along with great sketches, I love every element of CK. And thanks for adding in lots of “Simple” touches. Another great magazine that had lots of class. Thanks for the inspiration!
I liked the Summer Camp article–too cute! Of course, I always like Ali’s, Jennifer’s, and Jessica’s articles too–there is always so much to learn!!
I really love the organization ideas…they are my favorite always!
I love everything Mou Saha does, she’s so cool!
I loved the Summer Camp article (and I’m all signed up, “packed” and ready to go!), Brittany Beattie’s column and I’m a huge fan of Ali Edwards, her column was great
I loved Ali’s column as always!
I love the paper sun!! Such a fun idea!
I love the paper sun!! Such a fun idea!
Becky’s Sketches & Articles are always my favorite.
It is all awesome, but I love the organizational ideas!
I loved the article by Cindy Tobey, especially the “irresistible” layout–so cute and clever!
Loved this issue of CK! Like the poster above me–I really am inspired by the beautiful, creative work of Cindy Tobey!
Hmmm…love the mag so it’s difficult to choose just one. I really love Ali Edwards’ layouts and approach to scrapbooking. Plus, Elizabeth Kartchner’s layouts are great too!