Friends don't let you drink pisco sour alone by Tracey B

 Hi everyone

Last week I shared the papers I made using my gelli plate.

For the base of this layout I cleaned off the stencils I used onto another piece of paper.    This is something I pretty much always do and usually have about 5 backgrounds building up in my stash - waste not, want not!

I then punched a variety of circles from the gelli papers.

Here's the finished LO.

Other products I've used include

Lucky Findings Foundations - Citrine Diamonds

Dot Stencil, versamark, Ranger embossing Glaze (Crackling campfire) and pink embossing powder.

Distress Ink (Kitsch Flamingo, Spiced Marmalade and Fossilized Amber)

Idea-ology Big Talk stickers - Snarky

Vicki Boutin patterned paper - Color Study

Pink Paislee patterned paper - Citrus Bliss

Ribbon

Dymo labeler  

TFL

cheers

Trace

“Creative Slay” - Curative Collective Designer Lisa Oxley

Theme: Empowered creativity with bold feminine energy

Mood: Fierce, vibrant, fearless

   •   Frida Kahlo-inspired portrait dominates the bottom-right quadrant.

      •   Painted with vivid expressionism — signature arched brows, intense gaze, and bold floral headpiece.

      •   Symbolises strength, defiance, and creativity.

   •   The large round swatch wheel at top left (with red poppy at center) reinforces the colour theory/artist motif.

   •   Title words “Creative Slay” are layered collage-style, cut from printed text elements.

Colour Palette:

   •   Primary tones: Turquoise, teal, magenta, orange, red, and black.

   •   Accents: White gessoed spaces, vivid pinks, purples, and pops of yellow.

   •   Balance: Left side has loose, expressive florals and paint swashes. Right side is darker and more solid, creating contrast and grounding the portrait.

 Techniques & Media:

   •   Mixed media layering: collage, acrylic, stencil, ink, and gel printing.

   •   Texture & script stamping: Grungy, distressed marks and textural layers create visual depth.

   •   Paint drips and scratches: Suggest movement and raw artistic emotion.

   •   Framing ephemera: Vintage-style frame around the swatch wheel adds dimension.

   •   Typography: Combines serif printed text with grunge fonts and handwritten scribbles for an art-journal aesthetic.

Botanical Elements:

   •   Loose wildflower illustrations and layered florals (possibly from napkin collage or fussy cuts) create natural flow, movement, and contrast with the graphic, grounded portrait.

   •   Some elements appear transferred or stencilled — blending organic with graphic.

Message & Symbolism:

   •   The phrase “Creative Slay” suggests unapologetic creative power.

   •   The Frida figure is not only iconic but positioned as a muse — surrounded by paint, swatches, and florals. A nod to the artistic process and creative confidence.

   •   Overall, this piece champions women artists, bold expression, and trusting one’s inner creative fire.

My interpretation of the January mood board - PJ Laing

 Hi everyone, welcome to my very first blog post!

I’m so excited to be sharing a journal page inspired by the January mood board – Summer Sorbet 🍉🍋
While digging through my craft stash, I couldn’t resist pulling out some of my new 13@rts products that I purchased from Scrapping Clearly. My journal of choice for this page is the Dylusions Large Ledger Journal, which is perfect for layering and getting a little messy.
For the background, I used 13@rts sprays in Pastel Yellow and Pearl Bordeaux. To bring in those juicy orange tones, I added Orange Rainbow Colour, a pigment powder that really packs a punch. 

I started building my layers with Dina Wakley collage paper and incorporated her Seeing Is Believing stamp to tick off the bold mark making prompt. 

The quote I chose for this page is:
“Peel away the worries and taste the sweetness of life.”
I used two stencils on this page. The first was a TCW stencil called Vintage Scrolls, which I applied using 13@rts white gesso mixed with texture powder. This gave me a lovely thick paste to work with and created my crisp coconut white texture. The second stencil was the 13@rts Summer Flowers stencil, used with an ink pad and blending brush for a softer layered look.
My watermelon slice was created by cutting a semi-circle from one of the pages. I painted it using 13@rts water colours and then integrated it into the spread by pulling in elements from the surrounding pages.
I’ve always wanted to use some of the Lucky Findings to make paper dolls, and these three fit so perfectly — they really finished the page for me. 

As always, my final touches are hand-drawn details and splatter, because no journal page of mine ever feels complete without them! 

Thanks so much for stopping by 💛 I hope this page inspires you to dive into your stash and play along with the mood board.
Product List
• 13@rts sprays – Pastel Yellow, Pearl Bordeaux
• Orange Rainbow Colour pigment powder
• 13@rts white gesso
• 13@rts texture powder
• 13@rts stencil – Summer Flowers
• 13@rts water colours
• Dina Wakley collage paper
• Dina Wakley stamp – Seeing Is Believing
• TCW stencil – Vintage Scrolls
• Lucky Findings - Miss Pink Whistle, Monkey Business, Orange Blossom 
• Dylusions Large Ledger Journal

Welcome to my 'space' - Curated Collective Designer Emma Zappone

 Hello everyone 🤗

I thought I would share my little creative space with you all today as due to the awful heatwave  we have been experiencing (and my aircon breaking down), I can’t get in my space to create anything this week 🥵

A few photos of my organized chaos and where the creations come to life. 

WELCOME 

My little van, basking in the early morning sun.

My 'entrance' wall where I feel inspired as I enter.

My creative chaos station, this is where I plan, kit my classes and create all the fun stuff. I also have a large view of the world outside.

Just a small section of my product storage, we have converted cupboards and more to fit all that I need.
I love this space, even when I'm waiting for the aircon to get fixed 😂

I love that I have a space to call my own, it's little, it's messy, it smells great, and it's mine.

I would love to see your spaces and where you find your creative flair.

Thanks for joining me today.

Catch you all again soon.
Em xx

The Sweet Life by Tracey B

 

Happy New Year everyone

Here's a LO inspired by this month's mood board.

These are not colours I routinely I use so I grabbed my gel plate and had a bit of a play with some Dina Wakley paints (Magenta, Lemon, Rouge, Radical, Black & Medieval).

I also had to search for some suitable photos.   I found a very old photo of Paddy, sitting on the steps after a game of basketball and eating half a watermelon with a spoon - trust me - it was a thing!.   But the colours were wrong so I scanned in the colored photo and then used photo editing software (I use Be Funky) to create a 'charcoal' print.  

I then tried to do an image transfer using my gel plate.   I have to say this was an epic fail.   I have an inkjet printer - who knew!   I'm going to try and buy some different paper and attempt this technique again so stay tuned.

In the end, I reprinted the photo just on copy paper and used that.

Here's what I finished up with.

Other products I've used include

Lucky Finding Foundations Scribbly Mariposa tissue paper

Distress inks (Abandoned Coral, Mustard Seed, Kitsch Flamingo & Spiced Marmalade) blended through some stencils.

13 @rts gesso applied with a palette knife

Dylusions ink spray (Peony Blush & Cherry Pie)

49 & Market Artistry Sunburst filmstrips

49 & Market Essential Textblends rubons - Citrus

Mambi Sticks chipboard stickers

Teresa Collins Urban Market Stickers

Heidi Swapp Wanderlust flocked acetate tag

Heidi Swapp acetate word

Heidi Swapp fabric bow

49 & Market Avesta chipboard

TFL

cheers

Trace

New Year, New Projects at Scrappingclearly - JANUARY NEWSLETTER

Welcome to 2026, creatives! 

A brand-new year means fresh inspiration, exciting projects, and plenty of opportunities to explore your creative side. Grab your cuppa and dive into our monthly newsletter to discover everything we have planned for the year ahead — from new kits and challenges to inspiration and products that will spark your creativity.

At Scrappingclearly, we have so many exciting things lined up for you this year — whether you’re a scrapbooker, journaller, or mixed media enthusiast, there’s something for everyone.

Spectrum Stories – A Year Through the Colour Wheel

 Dive into our 12-month creative journey with Spectrum Stories! Each month focuses on a colour family, offering exclusive LUCKYfindings papers, snippets, imagery sheets, and curated art tools. From fiery reds to dreamy purples, you’ll explore texture, layers, and storytelling while building your personal circle journal.

Mini Works of Art – Weekly Prompts

Our ever-popular Mini Works of Art prompts return for a third year! Every week, we post a new creative prompt in the Scrappingclearly Share & Inspire Facebook group, giving you a chance to create ATC or index-sized cards at your own pace. Take part, share your creations, and grow your personal collection — 52 (or more!) mini artworks by year’s end!

Monthly Moodboards

Stay inspired with our Monthly Moodboards! Every month, we’ll release a curated moodboard to spark ideas, inspire layouts, and encourage experimentation with colour, texture, and composition. Perfect for journalling, scrapbooking, or just getting those creative juices flowing.

Book of Me – Your Personal Creative Journal

We’re introducing a new inspiration project this year — the Book of Me! Use it to document memories, record reflections, and express yourself creatively. This project will guide you with prompts, journaling tips, and creative exercises throughout 2026.

Shop New & Noteworthy

Of course, it wouldn’t be Scrappingclearly without plenty of fresh products to play with! From the latest Luckyfindings ranges to creative tools, journals, pens, and embellishments, we’ve stocked up on everything you need to kick off your year in style. Pop on over to the shop and check out what's new

Stay Connected & Inspired

Don’t forget to LIKE our Scrappingclearly Facebook Page to keep up with everything new and happening in store and online with our curated creative team. Then, head over to the Scrappingclearly Share & Inspire page to join in with the buzz of our creative community — whether you’re tackling a full journal project, exploring mini artworks, or trying new techniques, this year is your canvas in the Scrappingclearly Share & Inspire Facebook group to share, connect, and grow alongside our amazing community.

Make 2026 the year of your creativity!

CHECK OUT THE NEWSLETTER HERE

“Its alright not to know all the answers” - Curative Collective Designer Lisa Oxley

“It’s alright not to know all the answers”

Key Elements

   •   Central figure: A young, vulnerable girl with soulful eyes, expressive brush strokes, and raw texture.

   •   Background: Grunge-style with black-and-white stripes, heavy stamping, splashes of ink, and script fragments.

   •   Colour palette: Deep blues, purples, oranges, and earthy tones; expressive and emotional.

   •   Embellishments: Botanical collage elements, paint splatters, and layered florals frame the figure.

   •   Text: The phrase “it’s alright not to know all the answers” grounds the piece in introspection.

This page speaks of uncertainty, emotional reflection, and allowing space for growth. It’s intimate and raw — perfect for art therapy or expressive journaling.