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CT Spotlight Vol. 15

Putting the Spotlight on Superior Layouts

Welcome to the CT Spotlight, a monthly feature in which the Creative Team will put the spotlight on superior layouts that have caught our eye in the gallery.  We'll show you the layouts, tell you who made them and why we love them.  The first CT member quoted is the one who chose the layout for the Spotlight.

Is it CHA time again?  We will soon find the ACOT store full of new products and fun things to try, but these scrappers are making beautiful creations with what they already had in their stashes!  Check out these wonderful layouts:

"Your Brother"
by claritee

ElsieB says:
"I know I may be a little biased, but claritee's work always really impresses me!  I love this layout in particular because not only has she perfectly captured the personalities of her two grandchildren, she's also left them a loving message for the future.  Her colors and product choices are always impeccable and emotion comes pouring out of her work.  Love it!"

FairyMouseMom says:
"I love the color combination here...how well the items she used work perfectly with the colors in the picture.  And then there's the picture...truly a great photo!"

Janet says:
"Wonderful use of pattern, color and picture!"

melis_ga says:
"Gorgeous layout!  Great colors...they work perfectly with the photo (which is super cute)!  The stamping is a wonderful touch...it completes the layout."

scrapsakes says:
"That photo cracks me up and I like the way it's cropped.  I also love her choice of distressed papers...how beautifully and subtlety she stamped them!"

mayerkt says:
"This is adorable!  I love the fantastic colors, and the stamps give it such a cool, edgy look!"

janello says:
"I love the inking and stamps on this layout.  How precious to leave advice for the people you love in our layouts!"

"2 of a Kind"
by ria_mojica

Janet says:
"I just love this page by ria_majoca!!  The photo is fabulous and the design is just fun and playful!"

FairyMouseMom says:
"What a fantastic focal photo showcased by the lovely papers and embellishments she chose!"

MamaK321 says:
"Adorable layout!  I love the frame inside the photo and how the circle elements draw the eye around the entire page."

melis_ga says:
"I love how she drew extra attention to the focal point of the main photo and added the smaller photo too.  Great use of the different shapes.  With 'busy' background paper the focus of the layout is still on the photo.  Great layout!!"

scrapsakes says:
"Wonderful use of Imagination Project coasters and love the highlighted effect on the photo."

janello says:
"I love the color extraction on the photo and the soft colors she used to scrap it with!"

"In Your Baby Blues"
by pne123



CamsMomma says:
"Love everything about 'In your baby blues' by pne123.  The picture really pops off the black background and I love the use of graph paper and the 'twinkles.'  Also I really love the texture to everything, like the messy pinked frame, and the ragged denim 's' and flowers."

FairyMouseMom says:
"I love the way that Erica used a picture that is not a full face...showing that it's okay to take or edit your photo to focus on a certain thing.  I also love the look of that title work."

Janet says:
"The dark background really enhances the photo and makes the other elements really stand out!"

MamaK321 says:
"Pure beauty is right on!  I love the variety of textured elements she chose to use."

scrapsakes says:
"Such striking baby blues!!  I just love how she did that title."

janello says:
"Another gorgeous layout.  I just love those eyes and the deep background.  Very eye catching."

"Dippity-doo-dah"
by lorigaud



FairyMouseMom says:
"I just love these pictures that Lori used.  The elements that she used work great on this layout.  It just goes to show that layouts don't have to be 'glitzy' to be great!"

Janet says:
"Great title, fabulous photos and I love the simple color scheme!"

CamsMomma says:
"Love the simplicity on this!  The colors are awesome with the pictures, and what cute pictures!"

MamaK321 says:
"I like how she stapled the photos across the page.  The simple title design and clustered elements make for a great page design."

scrapsakes says:
"Adorable photos and lovin' the choice or rustic colors here as well."

janello says:
"I love the story with these pictures.  It is such a simple moment in life, but I am sure it would be lost without scrapping it.  This is why we all scrap!  Lovely layout!"

"Flip Flops"
by DawnMcD



MamaK321 says:
"The bright, summery colors she used in this layout really make it pop!  I really like how she added tabs and colors to the filmstrip and how she accented the 'p's in the stamped title."

FairyMouseMom says:
"I love the subject matter Dawn scrapped.  Her use of white space is great here, too!"

Janet says:
"What a fun summer page!"

CamsMomma says:
"Love the bright summery colors!"

scrapsakes says:
"Love the fun, bright and bold colors of this layout in showcasing what is quintessentially a favorite summer accessory!"

mayerkt says:
"LOVE the stamped title!  This is such a great layout – clean and crisp! What a great way to document a family project!"

janello says:
"I am a sucker for shoe and feet layouts!  I just think they are soo cute!  I love the bright summery colors!"

"Let's Bounce"
by koala1966

nun69 says:
"This is absolutely STUNNING!!  The photo just takes my breath away and I love how she managed to think 'outside of the box' and re-color her paper."

ElsieB says:
"Wow!  The photo in itself is amazing.  And Tania did an amazing job with the elements on this page, making it into one of the prettiest layouts I've ever seen!  Lovely."

FairyMouseMom says:
"What a beautiful picture Tania used here on her layout.  The addition of those flowers just makes it look so feminine!"

Janet says:
"The word that come to mind is 'lovely!'"

melis_ga says:
"WOW...this layout is dreamy.  The softness of the layout truly makes this layout stand out.  Beautifully done."

scrapsakes says:
"Very flirty and feminine...the papers complement the lovely photo very well."

mayerkt says:
"The simplicity of this layout is superb!  It really lets the colors flow and makes the photo the focus!  And what a darling photo it is!"

janello says:
"What a beautiful photo and the overlay is perfect for added design and texture without being over-powering!"

"Wildflowers"
by Ashwyness



Nominated by hokiecanuk

ElsieB says:
"I've loved this layout from the moment I saw it.  I'm so glad Jane nominated it for the Spotlight!  The photos and colors are gorgeous, but I especially love the way she handled that chipboard swirl.  Beautiful job!"

FairyMouseMom says:
"What pretty pictures are used here.  Love the little ribbons on the chipboard flourish...as well as the way the patterned paper was added to it."

Janet says:
"Colorful and nicely designed!"

CamsMomma says:
"Wow, love the large chipboard swirl with the ribbons all over it and the flower pictures are awesome."

MamaK321 says:
"A beautiful arrangement of photos, patterns and elements!  I like the ribbon tied to the big flourish."

scrapsakes says:
"A girl after my own heart with the oversized chipboard scroll & text, buttons, and...well, anything Fancy Pants, really! :)  And, those photos are absolutely fantastic!!"

mayerkt says:
"This is a total eye catcher!  The colors are bright and vibrant, to match the fantastic flower/butterfly pictures.  And the chipboard with ribbon ties – GENIOUS!"

janello says:
"Love, love, love the giant chipboard swirl and how she tied those little ribbons on it!!"

"Heartbreaker"
by my3boyz



Lillpop says:
"Love everything about this layout.  The felt is just a fabulous touch!"

FairyMouseMom says:
"What a beautiful picture and what striking colors are used here.  I love how the title was made as well."

Janet says:
"I love the felt elements...great colors and outstanding photograph!"

CamsMomma says:
"Love all the little heart and flower gems and brads.  The title is too cute with the heart instead of the word.  And that picture is ssssssooooo cute with him giving the flower."

MamaK321 says:
"Love the felt, layers and clever title down the side of the page.  Absolutely darling!"

scrapsakes says:
"And he sure is... a 'heartbreaker' that is!  I just adore lil' boys in tiny vests and it being red (my fave color), makes it even sweeter.  This layout is totally scrumptious!"

mayerkt says:
"I absolutely adore the color combo on this layout.  But the stand out, by far, is the felt hearts.  They are SOOOOO perfect for the warm and fuzzy feeling of the page!"

janello says:
"I just love all the embellishments!!  My kind of page!  Lots and lots to look at but still you are drawn to that wonderful photo!"

"It's All About This Face"
by Jillybeans



clairbug says:
"Jillybeans is new to the boards and I love her already!  Just look at the STYLE and TALENT she has!  And anyone who doodles on a layout just captures my heart!!  She took a very subtle patterned paper and made the colors POP by adding bold embellishments that compliment the paper's colors!  Fantastic in every way!"

ElsieB says:
"Fun and funky!  This is a great layout!"

FairyMouseMom says:
"I love the way the black border stands out on this layout.  The journaling looks great...as  does the way that is bordered."

Janet says:
"I love the title and journaling strips, and of course, I love this color scheme!"

MamaK321 says:
"Great combination of patterns, colors and elements!  I really like how she accented the title and fit the journaling around it."

melis_ga says:
"Gorgeous layout!  The colors are perfect and the details of the layout really bring focus to the photo."

scrapsakes says:
"Fabulous freestylin'!  I'm very drawn to the array of title, journaling, and embellishments altogether with the circle."

janello says:
"I love her title work and the journaling strips with doodle-esk flair.  Very fun and very cute!"

"Beach-boy"
by Jann-Will



neboyle says:
"I love this layout by Jann-Will.  There is so much to see on this page: the doodling, the stitching, the flowers, and all the other little surprises.  It is such a fresh approach to a beach page, especially a boy page!"

ElsieB says:
"This page is nothing but fun to look at!  I love all the embellishments, the stitching and the doodling.  The colors are different and fantastic!  Great job!"

FairyMouseMom says:
"What cute subject photos here.  What I love most is the doodling that has been added to this layout."

CamsMomma says:
"This is SO fantastic!  There are so many cool little details here, I feel like I see something else every time I look at it."

MamaK321 says:
"This page is all kinds of clever fun!  I love looking at it, picking out the many different embellishments from her awesome design!"

melis_ga says:
"I love all the extras on this layout...and how the photos pop off the page.  Fabulous layout!"

mayerkt says:
"LOVE this look!  It's so cool and fresh, with so many neat elements!  I especially dig the use of flowers, bling and stitching with chipboard…and it STILL manages to look very BOY-ee!"

janello says:
"I love those alpha beads and the very cute pictures!  I love it when you can use flowers on boy flowers!"

Congratulations to all the spotlighted scrappers for this month!  The CT is on the lookout for new layouts for next month's Spotlight.  Keep scrapping everyone!

Published on 07/22/2007.