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I'm trying to use up my old papers...are you? :)



15 Jan 2011

I don't know about you but I'm furiously trying to use up my old papers (okay 2010 papers) to make way for new ones...*LOL* The "one in, one out" system works well for me....less clutter and hoarding. :) What about you?

This layout features my nephews and Lily Bee papers, utilizing the sketch from Sketchy Thursdays and inspired by the challenge at Scrap the Boys to document a specific moment in time.

A little fussy cutting and layering of embellishments.

I upcycled a sock hanger here...:)

P/s: I went totally off-grid this past weekend so I'll be making my blog visits today!:) Don't forget about my guest Debbie's embossing and sanding challenge....I would love for you to play along! :)

*Edited* This layout was a fave on Sketchy Thursdays! :)


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31 comments:

  1. GeriMarch 28, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    I am totally trying to use up some papers... but it'll never happen --- i still have some from 2007!
    great layou

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  2. AnonymousMarch 28, 2011 at 7:22 AM

    ok... first, this layout is gorgeous!!!!

    Secondly... I am such hoarder.. I have stacks for patterned.. I have to started to learn to do LO.. :(

    Thirdly, I love your system :)

    Have a great week ahead.

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  3. Dara LynnMarch 28, 2011 at 7:30 AM

    I think there is only so many ways they can change patterned papers.... I love the lines you used just as much as I did when they came out....great papers never go outta style! I bought 4 older papers lines this weekend...2008-09 Heidi Swapp and GCD for $5 a piece!!! It was still a score...mixing them can be a fun challenge! :) Great Layout !!!

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  4. Erin (Homemade Cards by Erin)March 28, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    What, I'm suppose to use my papers? Nah. Hoarding is much better. Love that you used a hanger in your page... great way to think outside the box.

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  5. Karen B.March 28, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    I admit, I am a hoarder, but seeing this beautiful layout makes me want to rethink it! Love the colors!

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  6. LaurelMarch 28, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    Oh, yummy! I am just posting a layout using some old Cosmo Cricket paper.

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  7. jacque4u2cMarch 28, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    You did an amazing job!

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  8. Kirsty VittetoeMarch 28, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    LOL, I think I have paper from 1992! : ) How's that for hoarding?

    These papers are so bright and cheery, perfect page for the cute faces, awesome creation!

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  9. scrapsnsuch@gmail.comMarch 28, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Oh my, just a little fussy cutting??? What a great feel to this one - all those tropical flowers look so good. Plus, you throw in a sock hanger?!!! You truly are the upcycling queen :>) I hope to use up some of my 2010 paper purchases when I make something for your latest guest designer challenge. I know I have some coredinations paper that I bought last year.

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  10. Blossom inchMarch 28, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    fun colours ha...nice one Yvonne, whenever I look at your LO it always has a lot of bright and cheerful colours. Thanks for sharing!

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  11. LynndaMarch 28, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    This is so pretty...nice PP... and lovely photos... your nephews are so adorable... perfect for this LO... Talking about hoard of PP... I think most of US are!!!... LOL.... hugs...xoxo

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  12. MANSIMarch 28, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    Lovely LO once again,love the vibrant PP's ,And I am in love with your nephews.They are sooo sooo adorable.

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  13. Julie Tucker-WolekMarch 28, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    Ohhhhhhhh I love love love love this Yvonne! I loveeeeeeeee that Lily Bee line...and loving the photos and the numbers!! Thanks soooooooooooooo much for playing along with Sketchy Thursdays! :):):):):):):):):):):):):):):)

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  14. UnknownMarch 28, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    Lovely creation....love the dp and the upcycled hanger

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  15. AshMarch 28, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    Loved it all.... Brilliantly used the old DP, but for me OLD or NEW, I still have a hard time using them..... Running scissors through them is like a crime I commit.... Result no space... ;)

    Ash....
    (http://hastkala-oceancihope.blogspot.com/)

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  16. TesaBMarch 28, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    Oh MYYYY!!! Gorgeous page, so much fun with all the layers and textures and fuzzy cutting. It's wonderful!!!

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  17. KarunaMarch 28, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    U r so right. We keep hoarding n then there is no space for the new stuff!! i keep trying to use all my previous items too :D and this LO is fabulous. Loved the lil sock and the naughty boys :)

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  18. lisaMarch 28, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    Wow Yvonne, this page is amazing!!!
    Really stunning. I'm terrible at just using my 'now' papers these days. I need to have a good sort through my kit bags again. I knd of feel like I have no idea of what I actually have any more x

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  19. RiNNEMarch 28, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    Very cool! I tend to hoard my most favorite papers though :).

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  20. DoraMarch 28, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    I do that to so once in a while...but never had a stunning result as you did here!

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  21. AnonymousMarch 28, 2011 at 5:32 PM

    I have so many scraps to use.....will be recycling them soon....the love the colour outburst in this one....love the layout....its beautiful...:)

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  22. JocelynMarch 28, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    YAY...using up your papers and this one is just PERFECT!!! Love how you used the sock hanger!!! What a great idea!!!!

    Wishing you a Fabulous week!!!

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  23. HeatherMarch 28, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    This is so pretty! I am definitely trying to use up my old paper and not buy too much new, I try not to even look at paper much so I won't want to buy it. I have a whole store in style cube(about 18 inches wide) full of patterned paper. I did finally do the fancy pants flower shaped mixed media album with the delight line that I bought I don't know how long ago, probably about 2 years ago.

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  24. ~amy~March 28, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    YOU are soooo clever with the sock hanger....LOL...LOVE it. The layout is fab...gotta love the blue/red combo!

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  25. corrieMarch 29, 2011 at 5:31 AM

    I totally LOVE this! These were some of my favorite papers from last year. Way to go using your stash. i should work on that too!

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  26. TheresaMarch 29, 2011 at 7:21 AM

    this is so fun. i love the colors. I have that paper in my stash too. I like your idea to use up old stash. I'm on a paper freeze. it's gonna be hard.
    happy monday!!!! =)

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  27. Sherry EckbladMarch 29, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    I need a 12 step program for my paper addiction. I have in my possession about 35 6x6 paper pads that need to be used and yet I continue to get new ones. (4 last week) HELP!!!

    Love the layout.

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  28. Alice March 29, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    i should definitely try to use up my old paper.... they are growing!! =) fun fun layout as always, Yvonne!!

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  29. laterg8rMarch 30, 2011 at 1:33 AM

    love the use of the hanger and the twine frame - so whimsical :D

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  30. ~Tammy~March 31, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    Hoarder, why yes I am! I think mine comes from not having enough time to use all those lovies I have bought! I really have to stop buying new...but but but they are soooo pretty! Anywho! LOVE this adorable layout, and you make scrapbooking look easy! :-)

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  31. Diana FisherMarch 31, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    Gorgeous take on the sketch! I love the depth on the page!! :)

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