Patterned Paper Play
Paige Evans
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1:34
- In-depth Instruction; over 165 mins
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Getting Started With Layering & Tearing
24:25
Meet scrapbook artist Paige Evans and start playing with your patterned papers by learning how to artfully tear and layer strips for a richly textured, balanced page. Add photos and use embellishments to frame your loved ones.
Big & Bold Backgrounds
22:51
An electronic cutting machine such as the Silhouette Cameo is great for creating intricate backgrounds. Paige shows several ways to pair scraps from your favorite patterned papers with cutouts in your design. Try the same techniques with photos!
Adding Dimension With Sewing
23:42
Set your scrapbook pages apart with spectacular stitchwork. Create a fun, textured background with folded, patterned circles that you attach to your page using a sewing machine. You can also stitch by hand, using embroidery floss to outline shapes and letters. Paige shows you how!
DIY Backgrounds
22:14
Create your own backgrounds using a variety of cutting techniques paired with color themes. Layer punched hearts for an ombré effect or go for a monochromatic look using papers cut with a die cutter. Even a paper trimmer can help you achieve a striking rainbow sunburst. Get creative with your stash!
Creating Shapes & Motifs
26:47
Learn even more ways to create shapes and motifs using intricate die cuts or hand-trimmed shapes. Paige shows how to create a cloud of embellished butterflies and a playful alphabet, then shares some quilt-inspired designs, including sewn-on chevrons.
Weaving & Rolling
26:33
Paper strips cut by hand or with a trimmer are easy to make - and fun to use! Try Paige's innovative techniques, such as weaving strips to create a background, or rolling them to create a frame for your photos. Paige shows you a variety of fun layouts you can try!
Watercolors & Spray Mist
17:55
Make your own patterned papers using watercolors. Page explains how you can cut out a design with a cutting machine, paper punch or by hand. Create a tone-on-tone background with spray mist and a doily or try artfully splattering your layout for added interest. Let your imagination play!
Learn stash-busting secrets for playful patterned pages that amaze, all with guidance from designer and renowned instructor Paige Evans. Discover techniques for artfully tearing and layering paper strips for richly textured pages, create custom, intricate cutouts using your electronic cutting machine and learn both hand- and machine-stitching methods for one-of-a-kind results. Then, explore beautiful backgrounds as you master a variety of cutting techniques, layer your paper for a stylish ombré effect and even roll out paper strips to mat or frame favorite photos. Plus, use watercolors to create the paper you’ve always dreamed of and play with tone-on-tone backgrounds using spray mist and a doily for imaginative, eye-catching results.
Paige Evans
Paige Evans has been scrapping for more than 13 years and currently works in design and creative capacities for American Crafts, Studio Calico and Ali Edwards. She also teaches scrapbooking workshops, both in the United States and internationally, and here on Craftsy.
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