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WITL 2020: Monday

I started Ali Edwards week in the life project and I’m enjoying it so far, as I’m at work normally when WITL is happening and I can’t take photos at work I feel like it would be missing such a big part of my life so this feels like the year to document WITL! Maybe… Read More WITL 2020: Monday

May 12, 2020May 13, 2020 SamsmessydeskLeave a comment

3 Easy Ideas for Shaker Pockets

I don’t know about you, but interactive elements on scrapbook layouts are always so fun. I love to see my family flicking through the pages of my scrapbooks and randomly shaking a page or pulling out some hidden journaling. Shaker pockets are a great way to use up those sequins and even left over die… Read More 3 Easy Ideas for Shaker Pockets

April 17, 2020 SamsmessydeskLeave a comment

Creativity in lockdown

These are incredibly challenging times. As a species with a huge social drive, many of us are struggling with the concept of lockdown. Even the introverts among us will be missing family and friends. I miss the simple things, a hug from my Family, the freedom and control to go where I want when I… Read More Creativity in lockdown

April 12, 2020 SamsmessydeskLeave a comment

Scrap Paper Flower Embellishments

Today I am sharing a process to create these cute flower embellishments, here’s what you will need to get started: You don’t have to use brads if you don’t have any so don’t worry. I will suggest plenty of alternatives as I go through this process with you! Firstly you will need some flower dies.… Read More Scrap Paper Flower Embellishments

May 30, 2019 SamsmessydeskLeave a comment

Days 21-30 of the 100 Day Project

So I’m more than a quarter of the way through this project and nearly a third! GAH! It’s insane how I’ve managed to stick with the project so far. I honestly thought I would have given up by now. Sticking with the project has definitely bought some advantages, firstly creative ideas definitely flow more easily… Read More Days 21-30 of the 100 Day Project

May 11, 2019May 8, 2019 SamsmessydeskLeave a comment

Grab 5 of Your Favourite Crafty Products and get Scrapping.

The Grab 5 phenomena has been a trend in the YouTube world for some time and it definitely brings some benefits. For starters it reduces that decision fatigue we all experience after a long day at work when all of a sudden choosing where to add a sticker on a scrapbook layout becomes a life… Read More Grab 5 of Your Favourite Crafty Products and get Scrapping.

May 9, 2019May 8, 2019 SamsmessydeskLeave a comment

May Sketch Challenge

Grab your craft supplies and get on this challenge! If you complete a layout using this sketch post it on your social media #messydesksketch I have been completing the 100 Day Project with the plan to create 100 A4 scrapbook pages. When I started creating the sketch I decided to use an A4 layout –… Read More May Sketch Challenge

May 4, 2019May 4, 2019 Samsmessydesk1 Comment

My May Wild Hare Kit

I Love this time of the month, excited to delve in to my wild hare kit! As a member of the design team I receive a kit each month, it’s a great kit that you don’t have to subscribe to – so if you need to top up your stash it’s a great option and… Read More My May Wild Hare Kit

May 2, 2019May 2, 2019 Samsmessydesk2 Comments

Just Scrap-lift Yourself!

One of the tricky parts of the 100 day project (besides making time for scrapping every day) is keeping things fresh.) From time to time I scroll Instagram looking for inspiration or a layout to scrap-lift, but as I was making my gallery I came across some layouts from this time last year and decided… Read More Just Scrap-lift Yourself!

April 30, 2019April 30, 2019 SamsmessydeskLeave a comment

Days 11-20 of the 100 day project

Days 11-20 went really well. I managed to keep up to date with producing a layout a day and to add to that the creativity was flowing like a river! I kick started day 11 with this ‘currently layout’ which I will definitely do again. It was quick fun and easy, as was day 12s… Read More Days 11-20 of the 100 day project

April 27, 2019April 27, 2019 SamsmessydeskLeave a comment

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