Wednesday 13 November 2013

Autumn Glow {November's Counterfeit Kit}

It might seem a little late in the month to be joining in with the Counterfeit Kit Challenge but, actually, I'm thrilled to be joining in at any point this month! It's been a long, long time since I was last able to join in with the Master Forgers because, sometimes, life just becomes stupidly busy! 

So, this month, I'm keeping it small and simple - with a mini-album kit inspired by the October Papercrafting Kit and October Artisan Kit from Jenni Bowlin. What struck me the most when I first caught sight of the Inspiration Kits was the beautiful, rich colours. Hues of mustard, brown and green, combined with hints of navy blue. It had me thinking of autumn walks in the countryside, with bright blue skies overhead and crunchy leaves underfoot - and it's this feeling that I tried to emulate with my own kit - Autumn Glow.


Knowing that I wanted to make a mini-album, I decided to start rummaging through my over-flowing basket of scrap patterned papers and cardstock. I started by pulling out papers that reminded me of the inspiration kits - whether by colour or pattern - and then cut them down to 'mini-pages' of 3 x 5 inches. I like to round the corners of my mini-albums, so I do that at this stage too - so that it's ready to go as soon as I have some photographs printed.  


You'll see that there's not really many papers in green or navy - but if you're rummaging through scraps, it's worth having an open mind about what to include. I am happy though, that I was able include lots of pattern and texture - and I adore that little piece of embossed feather paper from American Crafts!

I've added to my mini-pages with embellishments that continue the colours and textures of my kit. I found these Spring Colour Hemp Cords, which match my colour choices perfectly - and a random selection of stamped elements, die-cuts and bling. I also included alphas from October Afternoon, Sassafras and American Crafts - even finding a set of Thickers in a navy blue. Result! I'm not sure whether they'll be a little too large for the mini-album, but I'm keeping them on hand, just in case.

I'm hoping to make a start on my mini-album this weekend, when I'll be visiting my local scrapbooking crop but, in the meantime, I'm going to pop back over to the Counterfeit Kit Challenge to look for more inspiration.

15 comments:

  1. Those colours are gorgeous Clair - great that you are joining in with us. You could also join in with the hop on the 24th with your mini book ;)
    Enjoy your crop and look forward to seeing you book :)

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  2. Glad you came out to play! Great sense of the feel of the inspiration. Agree with Lesley G - join the hop!

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  3. Your description of Jenni Bowlin's kit and seeing your papers for the mini is simply stunning! It has been far too long since I felt the crunch of leaves beneath my feet. I can't wait to see your mini!

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  4. I love what you've chosen! I'm so glad you are joining in! Can't wait to see how this turns out.

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  5. Brilliant cutting all the papers ahead!

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  6. These colors are just amazing!!!
    I did a mini kit this time too as an add on.
    Its been great fun to work with!!
    Blessings ~~ dawn

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  7. This is indeed a lovely collection and I am looking forward to seeing how,you use these. Really vibrant colours and patterns :).

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  8. So happy to see you back. Your mini kit is of course as perfect as ever. I really ought to give this idea a go. Can't wait to see hw this progresses. You will be sharing I hope!

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  9. Yummy yummy yummy.Now I can't wait to see your creations. :)

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  10. I could have sworn I'd commented on this last night....

    oh well....

    welcome back to the fold Clair! Your kit is as gorgeous as ever and every time I see you cut up these little pages, I think that I should give it a go! Maybe soon....

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  11. You usually do great work with your little corner rounded cards - welcome back!

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  12. Wow, all that gorgeous paper from scraps, I wanna come play at your place. I think you've captured autumn very well with your choices.

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  13. Those papers are just lovely.

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  14. a lovely selection - look forward to seeing the finished project x

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