Charms or Pins

We had some lovely entries for our Fashion theme, Hazel's going to have a great time choosing her Top 3 :-)

For our next challenge Nikki's chosen Charms or Pins, and we're being sponsored by Crafty Individuals

I've created another 12 x 12 scrapbook page of my ancestors- I'm very lucky to have all these old family photos- I've barely scratched the surface in scrapbooking these- remember though always scan and reprint these precious photos, I would never use the original.

I've used Graphic 45 Papers, and added more interest by embossing 

Heritage Layout

The theme I've chosen for the 2nd Crafters Anonymous Scrapbook Challenge is Heritage. Some people are frightened of scrapping old family photos.

The key thing to remember is to NEVER use the original photo.
I have all my old family photos scanned into my computer and then backed on to Flashdrives. This means I can print them out any size I want but also again and again.
Secondly by scanning them in, it means that all family members can have copies of these treasured photos, but also if more than one person has them if something awful was to happen like a fire, we would still have these family heirlooms.

I also think that colour's important when scrapping these old sepia or black and white photos, sticking to all browns as is common, I think potentially does little to showcase these photos. I like to use some or lots of colour on my heritage layouts.

This photo is of my maternal grandma it was taken to celebrate her 21st birthday.

Here's some close up's I love that I've added a real peacock feather. I think it just adds to the whole glamourous look of the photo.

I also added glitter and pearls to the DSP, to give it a bit more depth. As you can see I've also added some stitched details.

If you're a already a member of CA I hope to see you play along, if not and you're interested then email me for details, or find us on Facebook.

Have a great week.

Debi x