It's been a while!!!

I've taken some time off from creating sketches (and even scrapping). I've only done a few projects lately and have really missed scrapping. I'm hoping to kick it into high-gear soon. In the meantime, here is a sketch I did for the Design Team over at A Million Memories last year. I hope you like it.

One Page - "Stamp" style

I know, I know. You all have tons of shaped patterned paper that you bought but are afraid to use. Well, here's your chance. You can use it as-is or on another piece of patterned paper or cardstock. There is room of three photos or any elements you wish to use. The "branch" embellishment is inspired by the piles and piles of PRIMA flowers and branches I purchased and are just stilling on my shelf.

So....get scrapping!! And if you want, email me your layout and I'll pick a few to post.

The Perfect Day - it's YOURS FREE!!!

Hey Sketch fans!! I have something to show you that I've been working on!!!

I'm not giving away the perfect day...but I AM giving away a FREE SPOT in my new online class - THE PERFECT DAY (hosted by A Million Memories)!!!

How can you win? You just have to register for the class at A Million Memories by close of business on Wednesay, September 17th. During the checkout process, write "PHUTCH BLOG" in the COMMENTS section. I will pick a random winner on Thursday, September 18th. If you win, you will receive a refund for the class!!! (Remember, the class kit is a separate purchase and is not included in this contest). Good luck!!!!

So...what are you waiting for? You can register HERE.

And here's another sneak peek at the class!!!! And, check back later in the week for another peek!!


(***And if you look at MY CRAZY BLOG....you will see more information about the class).

September 2008 Sketches and Design Team Projects!!

I don't know about you but I just love fall. It's still hot here on the East Coast but I'm looking forward to a little cool weather. I love fall colors and that freshness you feel when there is a chill in the air.

And just like that feeling of freshness, here are the fabulous projects submitted by the Design Team. Every month I worry if the sketches are good enough and every month the Design Team makes them shine! I'm am so excited to share their work with you.

I also wanted to let you know there are a few things "brewing" here at PHutch Sketches. First, I will be announcing a Design Team call in the next few weeks. I've had a lot of feedback which told me you want to see even MORE ideas using the sketches. So stay tuned. I'll be posting more details. (Don't forget to enter your email address to receive feeds from this blog. Each time I make a post you will receive it that day in your inbox)!!

Also, this December will mark the TWO YEAR ANNIVERSARY of PHutch Sketches. Where did the time go? I'm hoping to have a little celebration, a contest and some giveaways.

Now, here are the September 2008 Sketches and Design Team Projects!!

~One Page Sketch~

I'm always inspired by the products that are laying on my desk. As you can see, I was inspired by the fancy rubons, chipboard flourishes and beautiful flowers. This sketch has room for one 5x7 photo (or any other size/combination), room for an elegant title and journaling. Add your favorite embellishments and you'll have a personalized layout!




~Know Thyself~ Karla





~27 Things~ Rachel


~Love Is~ Christine








~Nothing Else~ Hilde


~Bundle of Fun~ Emily





~cuteness~ Patti














~Two Page Sketch~
For this sketch, I'll admit -- I was thinking ahead to our vacation in Disneyworld! I knew I'd have a ton of photos and would want to scrap them all. I had to find a way to create a layout with lots of photos (without a lot of cropping)!! One this layout, you have (3) 4x6 photos and (4) 4x4 photos. The photo collage is complete with title block. You can add your journaling anywhere on the layout or in one of the blocks. Add your favorite embellishments to match your theme and you are all set!



~Grandmother~ Karla





~Posing at the Park~ Christine








~Play Parade~ Rachel


~Fenna~ Hilde


~Art Time~ Emily





~Card Sketch~
This month I tried to think outside the "box" (LOL...I know I've been posting a lot of square cards). So this sketch is for a long, vertical card. Notice how Rachel flipped it on it's side for a long, horizontal card. The finished size is 5 1/2" x 9" but you can make it any size. It might even be a fun shape for a bookmark! The simple style can be used for any occasion.



~Congrats~ Rachel


~thank heaven for little girls~ Patti




~Birthday Wishes~ Karla


~Hi~ Hilde


~Live Laugh Love~ Christine


~Happy Birthday~ Emily

August 2008 Sketches & Design Team Projects

Hello everyone! I hope you are surviving the hot summer (or cold depending on where you live)!!

Check out the new POLL (on the right)....I hope you take a minute to let us know what you think!!

And, don't forget, you can enter your email (to the right) and receive updates from this blog in your inbox. Tell your friends. You never know when I might be hosting a contest or having a Design Team call...wink, wink!!

Below are the AUGUST 2008 Sketches and the Design Team Projects. Again, I am very grateful to my Design Team for working on such inspiring projects again this month. I know everyone is very busy with summer activities.

But first, let me introduce you to an AMAZING designer. She is our guest this month…Katie Watson. Some of you may recognize Katie because she was on the Design Team at A Million Memories. But lately she’s been VERY busy working for 7 Gypsies, Maya Road and Pink Paislee. You can say that Katie has a scrappers “dream job”.

Here is a little about Katie. You can check out more of her work on her blog: She's Scrappy




I’m Katie and I call San Diego, Ca. my home. I'm married to a career Navy man and so we have lived all over the country. We have 3 kids and 2 cats. I have been scrapbooking for about 6 years.

My style is shabby chic and vintage. I love to incorporate little vintage trinkets and findings into my work. While I love to create scrapbook pages, I think my heart lies with mini-books, altered pieces and home decor. I was a crafter first and a scrapbooker second. I'm so happy that I can combine the two hobbies together to create special works of art. I love history, genealogy, and old family pictures, so I find myself drawn to heritage work. I've created a special bond with my ancestors by using their pictures and stories in projects, layouts and mini-books.

A great day to me would be me still in my pajamas, a cup of coffee, and a project in front of me to create!!


~One Page Sketch~
I can't help it. I'm into circles!! And I thought it would be so fun to have a curved title too!
This layout has room for (3) 3x5" photos (or any other combination of sizes), room for a cute title and lots of room for journaling. Add your favorite shaped patterned paper or cut it yourself. I can't wait to see what you create.

Notice how Karla, Rachel and Lucy flipped the sketch to fit their photos. You can use it any way you want.



~Autum Farm~ Katie









~bjorn luv~ Emily






~Puppy Love~ Christine



~One Fine Day~ Hilde



~Sand in your narrow places~ Karla



~Smell the roses~ Lucy



~Meeting Lilo~ Rachel



~Two Page Sketch~
I have to admit. I had my photos and layout in mind when I made this sketch. Poor Vanessa wanted so bad to play with the big kids. I wanted to show her "looking on" while they played. The large photo is 6x8" and the (3) supporting photos are 3x4". You have room for a lot or a little journaling. A large vertical title balances out the layout.

Notice how Katie used just the LEFT side of the sketch for her layout!




~Sock Hop~ Katie



~Left Out~ Patti












~Beach Baby~ Emily






~So long~ Karla



~Helper~ Lucy



~Elvis Presley Plaza~ NN



~Being Silly~ Hilde



~Sisters~ Christine


~Card Sketch~
Here's another circle for you. I've been using a lot of chipboard mini albums and one of my favorite from an A Million Memories kit was the large circle album from Scenic Route. That mini album inspired this card. It's 5 1/4" finished (perfect for those 6" square envelopes).

I think the Design Team did an amazing job to make such gorgeous cards!!



~Thanks a bunch~ Katie






~Bless You~ Christine






~You’re Invited~ Hilde



~Best friends~ Lucy



~a little bird told me~ Rachel



~Thank You~ Patti