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Hello everyone! Today I have a layout to share with you that I created for A Cherry On Top, a process video AND a FREE Cut file! So lets get started.

This month I’m the guest designer for A Cherry on Top and I was able to choose some products from their shop (based on my likes). I saw this "By the Sea" collection by Carta Bella and thought it would be perfect for a Father’s Day layout.

 

Here are the products I used for this layout: 

            

 

I took this photo of my husband and son in May at our lake home and it was just too sweet not to document. And since we were at the lake, I thought this collection would go perfect.

 

I then took some time to look for a quote that I felt fitting for my son and husband. My husband loves my son beyond anything in this world. It is truly amazing from day 1 the bond they created.

 

 

Check out my process video to see how this layout came together.

 

 

You can download this cut file for FREE! If you use it please tag me on social media posts and let people know where you got it from. I also have many other cut files in my Etsy Shop.

 

Thanks for joining me today! Have a great week!

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Check out all of Lacey's projects in her gallery, and see more inspiration from her on Facebook, Instagram, Blog, and YouTube!

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1. Describe your crafting style.

Artistic. I love experimenting with new techniques and product, as well as always looking for new trends in design and to other industries for inspiration. I love white space, but I am never afraid to fill it if the layout calls for it. 

 

2. Your favorite must have crafty tool(s):

The obvious, a paper trimmer. I don't think there is a project I create that I don't use it. I'm also big into stamping and making cards, so stamp repositioning tool is super handy. And finally, tweezers. I know that sounds weird, but they help so much placing items on a page or card and not have your fingers in the way. Plus they can also easily help place sequins on a project.

 

3. Something new you have learned recently?

I decided to pick up my Copic Markers again. I've been taking online classes to improve my skills and work on these skills at least once a day. It's the only way to get better is practicing. I'm not in love with every project I create, but I see the progress. There are some GREAT teachers in the industry that really break down how to color something and they are really inspiring. 

 

4. Something you are scared of trying?

I guess I'm not really afraid to try anything. I like to experiment with new products. I guess things I'm interested that I haven't had time or money that I wanted to invest in is the acrylic pouring. I think it looks so cool! But I'm hesitant to fully invest into the art form.

 

5. What inspires you to create?
I have to say for a long time it was just my husband, myself and our dogs. We are talking 16 years of us. I would create layouts of us and our dogs, but then got uninspired to create layouts a few years ago. My subjects were the same and the layouts all had a similar theme. Last November we welcomed a baby boy. He has been such a joy and inspiration to my projects. I love scrapbooking again. He is my muse. Documenting moments in his life has given me more purpose again to scrapbook. 

 

BIO

Lacey Gasper lives in Moorhead, MN (across the river from Fargo, ND) with her husband Matt, 7 month old son, and two puppies, Spock and Bellarina. She has been scrapbooking since the 1990s and crafting since she can remember. Lacey is a freelance Graphic Designer with a BFA from Academy of Art University (San Fransisco). Beyond scrapbooking and freelance work, Lacey works full time for her husband's dance studio, Gasper's School of Dance, as well as for a non-profit professional ballet company, the FMBallet. Lacey describes her scrapbook style as, artistic. She loves experimenting with new techniques and products. She also loves to be able to inspire others to document those special moments in their lives. She was a co-founder with Clique Kits and worked for them until 2018. Lacey currently serves on the Ink Road Stamps Design Team and Scrap the Boys Design Team. She previously was on the design teams of Holly Pixels Studio, Clique Kits, and MemoryWorks where she served as a design team leader.

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Check out all of Lacey's projects in her gallery, and see more inspiration from her on Facebook, Instagram, Blog, and YouTube!

Stay tuned all month to see what She will create!

 

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Monique is our May Guest Designer and has been crafting all month long. Check out what she has been working on!

 

She used Simple Stories' "I Am" collection to make these layouts of her two cats. This is such a versatile collection that is great for all spring layouts.

         

 

"When I saw the Simple Stories "I Am" kit, my creative brain got excited. I thought about making memorydex cards, a greeting card, and layouts of my cats. Awesome collections inspire me to create. "

   

 

She also made these cute cards with the "I Am" collection!

   

 

On Mother's Day she hosted a "Mother's Day Layout Challenge" in our Facebook Group, Cherry Crafters. She shared with us this thoughtful layout with her mother.

 

She also made this beautiful paper purse using My Mind's Eye's "Splendor" collection and prima flowers.

 

 

 

Monique also gave instructions on how to make a loaded envelope. What is a loaded envelope? It is an envelope that you make out of pretty patterned paper or solid cardstock and is embellished with ephemera, flowers, lace, and bling. What is the purpose?  It can be used for gift giving, swapping, and as a party favor. What do you put inside?  Basically anything that will fit inside.  You can put a gift card, a greeting card, a lollipop card (aka a wand), tags, stickers, and etc. How do you make it?  It is super easy using a 12x12 thick patterned paper or cardstock.  Here are the directions:

Then all you do now is decorate it.  Make it pretty for the recipient. 

 Now all you have to do is load it with goodies! Thanks for checking out my work this month! And thanks to ACOT for choosing me as their May Guest Designer! I had so much fun crating these projects

 

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Love to craft? Want to inspire others? We would love to have you be a guest designer for a month here at ACOT!

Submit your layouts, projects, or artwork into our Guest Designer Submission Gallery to be considered for one of our monthly guest designer spots. 

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