Anita Scroggins, Author at Ann Butler Designs

February 21, 2019 By Anita Scroggins 2 Comments

Delicate Stamped Background

I simply love this background Anita Scroggins created for this layout, it is a very Delicate Stamped background using my Flourish Wonder Background stamp from Unity Stamp Company.

Get complete step by step instructions on Anita’s blog by clicking here.

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Ann Butler Products used:

Ann Butler Flourish Wonder Background Stamp

Ann Butler Crafters Ink, Berry

Other Products used:

Cardstock
Pattern papers
Die cuts
Journal tag

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February 14, 2019 By Anita Scroggins Leave a Comment

Favorite Photo Fridge Magnet

Do you have a favorite photo you would love to see smiling at you everyday? Make this cute fridge magnet to show off a favorite photo.

It’s getting close to Christmas and I am already thinking of fun gifts to give to the grandparents. At this stage they have everything so I usually focus on photos of the kids and granddaughter. They really seem to appreciate those.

Step 1:

Use your favorite pattern from the Stitch Stamps by Ann Butler to stamp around the outer edge of the acrylic. I like to put a mask in the center of the acrylic so I don’t accidentally get ink on it. For this project you will need a solvent ink since the acrylic is a non porous surface.

Step 2:

Ink the edges of your background paper and add that and your photo to the lower half of the frame. I like the look of a very thin photo mat for projects like these and here I used a plain white cardstock. Cut a piece of magnet sheet a little bit smaller than the background paper. Adhere it to the back of the project so that it does not show from the front.

Step 3:

A low temp glue gun is the perfect thing to add a nice bow to the corner of the frame. Be sure it is only on the fornt and does not hang over the back. ; this would interfere with the magnet.

Step 4:

To finish your project off add some sticker embellishments in the area above the photo. These are from a set that I used for another project and had a few left over. To make my small stickers “pop” I like to outline them with a very thin black pen. It really makes them stand out!

Wrap in pretty tissue paper and it is ready for gift giving this holiday season.

Ann Butler Design Products Used:

Ann Butler Background Basics Stamps, Stitches

Other Products:

Acrylic sheet, 5×7
Patterned paper
Sticker embellishments
Ribbon
Low temp glue gun
Solvent ink

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December 20, 2018 By Anita Scroggins Leave a Comment

Inky Fun with Christmas Tags

Are you ready for Christmas yet? Anita had some Inky Fun with Christmas Tags when she created these. They are quick and easy project to and perfect to add to those last minute gifts…you can make dozens quickly! Give it a try!

Ann Butler Design Products used:

Ann Butler Crafter’s® inks by Clearsnap: Limelight, Aquamarine

Background Basics Double Diamond Square Stamp

Partner Products:

Colorbox Embossing Powder, Clear
Colorbox Daubers

Other Products:

Tags
Ribbon
Ephemera

Check out step by step instructions for creating these and to have your own Inky Fun with Christmas Tags simply click on the photo above or here!

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Enjoy,

November 1, 2018 By Anita Scroggins Leave a Comment

Creating a Layered Background with Stamps

Create a the look of a layered scrapbook page using stamps, inks, and stencils.

I love the look of layered scrapbook pages but I do not like the bulk that usually comes with that. Using stencils, stamps, and inks is a great way to have layers of color and texture without adding bulk to your albums.

Step 1: Create your layers

Start by using a stencil, an ink dauber, and Desert Sand ink to create the first layer of the background. Sponge ink randomly across the stencil, moving the stencil to different locations on the page. Because Ann’s ink is designed for more porous surfaces, when it is used on paper you will need to dry it. I like to use tissue paper to blot the ink, and you can also use a heat gun.

Step 2: Keep building your layers

Add a little bit of detail for the second layer by punching a shape in scrap cardstock and then stamping over the shape. Move the stencil around the background to add small pops of color. Be sure to dry the ink when you are done with this layer!

Step 3:

Cover a piece of chipboard with the same ink and sprinkle with clear embossing powder; set it with a heat gun.

Step 4:

To add another pop of color and finish off the layered background I used a small heart stamp. Add some detail by using a black pen to make faux stitching around the edges of the cardstock.

Ann Butler Designs Products used:

Ann Butler Crafter’s Ink by Clearsnap: Desert Sand, Berry

Ann Butler Stamps by Unity, Doily, 2″ Square

Ann Butler Art Screen by Clearsnap, Stars

Partner Products:

Other Products:

Patterned paper
Die cut accents
Journal pen, Black
Chipboard pieces
Heat Gun
Ribbon

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September 13, 2018 By Anita Scroggins 2 Comments

I Love Your Face Layout

Use Mixed Media supplies to create a lovely scrapbook layout.

This little princess of mine is my favorite layout subject. She is just too cute for words. These photos were just casual shots I took one day while she was with me – and they are some of my very favorites!

Step 1:

Use a stencil to add color to the background. Simply lay your stencil on the page and use a sponge or dauber to add color in light layers. You can always add another layer of color if you want to make it darker.