This month, for my Design Team layout I decided to get creative with the Craft'n Around the World Facebook challenge. While the challenge included both card and layout sketches, I decided to take the card sketch and turn it into a scrapbooking layout. It had a lovely Christmas vibe, so I chose to make a festive layout that captures a bit of our holiday cheer.
One of the reasons I love using card sketches for scrapbooking layouts is that they often help me think outside the box. With card sketches, you’re usually working in a smaller, more confined space, which challenges you to be creative and make the most of the elements. That same challenge applies when you adapt it for a larger layout; suddenly, you’re thinking about how to stretch the design, how to play with proportions, and how to balance the elements in a way that feels right for the size of the page.
The sketch had a circular element, which I replaced with a fussy-cut Christmas wreath. I made the wreath much larger than in the sketch, giving it an overemphasised, whimsical feel. It really stands out and gives the layout a playful, festive touch. The wreath’s soft greens, reds, and golds from Cocoa Vanilla’s Joyful collection added a lovely, muted tone—much more subtle than the usual bright reds and greens of other Christmas collections.
The sketch included paper strips behind the central element, which I wanted to use as a background for my photo. The last strip features a 'V-notch' which I placed so that it overlaps the wreath, making sure the detail was visible. This small touch adds some interest and balance to the page. What I love about Cocoa Vanilla’s Joyful Collection is the soft, muted colour palette. The colours are delicate and whimsical, creating a calming, nostalgic Christmas feel. It was perfect for the look I wanted—festive but not too bold or overwhelming.
Using a card sketch for a layout is such a great way to stretch your creativity. The compact design of card sketches challenges you to think outside the box and makes it easy to adapt elements to fit a larger page. It helped me create a layout that was both unique and fun, without being too rigid in design.
If you're looking for a fun way to jumpstart your creativity this month, I highly recommend giving the challenge at Craft'n Around the World a try. It’s a great way to create something new and get into the festive spirit!
Happy scrapping, and have a wonderful holiday season!
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