Halloween Release - ✨ See-Through Creativity Clear Acrylic Albums from Scrapping Clearly! ✨

Check out the next Halloween Release @ Scrappingclearly.

Kylie is excited to share the new range by showcasing in her signature Acrylic Albums. 

Ever created on something transparent? 👀

Our ScrappingClearly Clear Acrylic Albums open up a whole new world of mixed-media magic — layer, paint, stamp, and stencil your way through pages that reveal glimpses of the art beneath and beyond. 

Mix acrylics, inks, stencils, and collage elements

Play with transparency, depth, and dimension

Let every page interact with the next — see-through storytelling at its best!

These albums are perfect for showcasing your favourite ranges, building layered journals, or experimenting with new textures and techniques. Each turn of the page gives a little peek into your creative mind.

Available now at www.scrappingclearly.com.au

Share your creations in the ScrappingClearly Share & Inspire Group — we’d love to see your see-through masterpieces!

#ScrappingClearly #AcrylicAlbums #MixedMediaArt #TransparencyInArt #ScrapbookingAustralia #LuckyFindings

Check out the video of Kylie’s Album here! Halloween Release 

Live life like kings by Tracey B

 Good morning everyone

Another LO inspired by this month's moodboard

Products I've used include

scrap paper

Seven pages alphas

Heidi Swapp Memory Planner wood veneer

Art Extravagance icing Paste - White Gold

13 @rts stencil - Elegant Damask

Resin mould

Teresa Collins Urban Market patterned paper

Lunar Paste - Slippery When Wet

Antiquing wax - Sepia

Liquid Pearls - Gold Pearl

Maggie Holmes Round Trip enamel shapes.

TFL

cheers

Trace

You Don't Need Approval - By Lisa Oxley Curated Collective Creator 2025

This bold and emotive mixed-media art journal spread is a celebration of self-worth, resilience, and unapologetic expression. Anchored by the empowering message “Remember, you don’t need their approval,” the piece radiates strength through vibrant colour, powerful portraiture, and layered symbolism.

 Key Visual Elements

1. Central Portrait – The Fierce Muse

At the heart of the piece is a digitally enhanced or hand-collaged portrait of a woman draped in rich blues, adorned with floral embellishments and butterfly accents. Her steady gaze and face partially painted with vivid blue mark her as a symbol of defiance, self-possession, and power.

   •   Expression: Calm, confident, and assertive — she doesn’t seek permission to exist fully.

   •   Palette: Blue dominates the figure, contrasted by warm skin tones and deep shadows to create emotional depth.

2. Monarch Butterflies

Floating around the composition, the vibrant orange monarchs provide a stunning contrast to the dominant blue hues. Butterflies traditionally represent transformation — here, they suggest freedom from societal expectation and personal growth.

3. Botanical & Natural Motifs

Painted and collaged blue foliage sweeps through the layout, softening the intensity with delicate, organic balance. They connect the composition to nature, grounding the emotional energy with calming structure.

4. Layered Collage & Ephemera

Elements like measuring tape, textured edges, vintage paper scraps, and photo frames create a scrapbook-meets-fine-art aesthetic, rich with symbolism:

   •   Measuring tape = judgment, comparison, standards

   •   Antique embellishments = heritage, memory, feminine power

   •   Blue painterly strokes = expression, release, clarity

5. Typography – The Affirmation

“Remember, you don’t need their approval.”

Positioned subtly beneath the focal portrait, this quote acts as a personal mantra — a quiet but unshakable declaration of self-trust.

OCTOBER challenges

 Welcome to our OCTOBER 2025 Challenges!

More new challenges and new inspiration each month.

Remember, one lucky monthly winner will receive an exclusive Scrapping Clearly Prize Box, that will be filled with premium crafting supplies that will fuel their creative journey.

OCTOBER CHALLENGES

1. Our OCTOBER Moodboard:

This visual mood board  - be inspired by these colours, textures and themes.

For OCTOBER, think: luxurious, elegance, regal, gold leaf, rich tones, opulent

2. OCTOBER Sketch:

A Sketch - please use the Sketch as your base design, but interpret it freely into your projects - any paper craft project can apply!

3. Weekly ATC Prompts

Every Monday, we will release a unique ATC prompt. This is a NO-SWAP ATC project. This allows you to create your own mini artworks to keep as your own project. By the end of 2025, you will have your own collection of 52 ATCs that incorporated the weekly theme or technique.

Check out this BLOG, to see the current list of  weekly ATC prompts.

SUBMISSION PROCESS

Participants must upload their completed projects into the October Prize Draw Album  in the Scrapping Clearly Share and Inspire Facebook Group.

Please load your entries to this album by the end of the month to be in the running for the Prize box. Please note: Please edit your photo caption in Facebook to give us information about your project and inspiration.

At the end of each month, one overall winner will be chosen across all three challenges, based on creativity, adherence to the challenge brief and effort and originality.

We cannot wait to inspire and create with you this year!

And for all your Mixed Media and Paper Craft needs, make sure you head to our website at: https://scrappingclearly.com.au/

Thank you,

Amanda

On behalf of the Scrapping Clearly team

PRODUCT COMPARISON - GESSO

White vs. Clear vs. Black Gesso

If you love mixed media, you already know gesso is a must-have in your stash. But with so many options  - white, clear and black, it can be tricky to know which one to reach for. Let’s break down the differences and when to use each.

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White Gesso

Best for: Classic base coating, priming, bright backgrounds.

• Creates a smooth, opaque surface that covers patterned paper, chipboard, or canvas.

• Brightens colours layered on top—perfect when you want paints, inks, or pastels to really pop.

• Great “oops fixer” if you need to tone down busy paper before adding layers.

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 Clear Gesso

Best for: Preserving patterns or working with slick surfaces.

• Transparent primer that lets the original design (like patterned paper, collage, or photos) show through.

• Adds “tooth” so your mediums grip better—fantastic for journaling, watercolours, or over glossy papers.

• Ideal when you don’t want to lose detail but still need a workable base.

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Black Gesso

Best for: Dramatic, moody, or grunge-inspired projects.

• Gives a deep, matte black base that makes metallics, neon paints, and bright colours glow.

• Creates instant contrast—amazing for Halloween, industrial, or night-sky looks.

• Can transform plain chipboard or wood into bold, ready-to-layer embellishments.

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 Quick Tip:

Think of gesso like a stage:

• White sets a fresh, bright scene.

• Clear keeps the background in the spotlight.

• Black adds drama and intensity.

Want to try them all? You’ll find white, clear and black gesso in the Scrappingclearly store. Perfect for experimenting with new looks this October. Stock up today!

Pub Crawl by Tracey B

Good morning everyone

If you haven't checked out the Lucky Findings range do yourself a HUGE favour.

There's a great range for upcoming Halloween creating.

Products I've used include

Stencil and gel medium

Lucky Fings Foundation pack - Citrine Diamonds

Distress ink - Rusty Hinge, Vintage Photo and Walnut Stain

Brick stencil and blending brush

Kinder Kreations stencil 187457

Vicki Boutin CreativeFX gold glaze with sponge

Vicki Boutin Print Shop embellishment

Teresa Collins Wanderlust chipboard

Heidi Swapp No Limits Epoxy Stickers - Adventure

Heidi Swapp Art Walk stickers

Heidi Swapp Set Sail ephemera

49 & Market Ticket Essentials

49 & Market filmstrip - Sunbeam

TFL

cheers

Trace

 

It’s What You See

This expressive mixed-media art journal page is a visual exploration of perception, creativity, and mindfulness. A vibrant blend of colour, pattern, and symbolic imagery, the piece centres on a powerful quote that reflects its deeper message:

“It’s not what you look at that matters, but what you see.”

1. Intricate Zentangle Hand with Eye

The main focal point is a hand-drawn zentangle-style hand, detailed with symmetrical patterns and mandala-inspired linework. Embedded within the palm is a hyper-realistic eye — a striking visual metaphor for introspection, intuition, and vision beyond the surface.

2. Symbolic Quote Tag

The quote is placed deliberately at the core of the hand, surrounded by layered florals and collage ephemera. It anchors the message of the piece — shifting focus from appearance to insight.

3. Botanical & Nature Motifs

Stencilled leaves in teal, yellow, and black fade into the background, suggesting a connection to the natural world and growth. The hovering hummingbird in the top-left adds a feeling of lightness, motion, and delicate energy.

4. Bright & Bold Background

The surrounding background is rich with bold strokes of magenta, orange, yellow, and turquoise, all blending and overlapping in a loose, painterly style. These colours evoke creativity, freedom, and vibrant emotion.

5. Layered Mixed Media Techniques

   •   Acrylic paint blending and scraping

   •   Stencil work using leaf motifs and dots

   •   Ink and collage elements (flowers, tags, tape, quote pieces)

   •   Penwork & Doodling to create dimension and intricacy

   •   Border framing in distressed black for contrast and cohesion

Guide to Using Pastels in Your Scrapbooking and Mixed Media Projects

Guide to Using Pastels in Your Scrapbooking and Mixed Media Projects

Pastels are a versatile and vibrant medium that can bring depth, texture, and a soft, artistic touch to your scrapbooking and mixed media creations. Whether you prefer soft pastels, oil Pastels, or pastel pencils, this guide will help you understand how to use them effectively, choose the right colours, and incorporate them seamlessly into your projects.

Why Use Pastels in Scrapbooking and Mixed Media

Pastels offer a unique look that differs from paints or inks:

• Soft, Blended Effects: Perfect for creating dreamy backgrounds, soft shading, and subtle gradients.

• Vibrant Colors: Pastels allow for rich, vivid pops of color without being overpowering.

• Texture and Dimension: They can be layered, smudged, and blended to create tactile interest on your pages.

• Versatility: Work on paper, cardstock, mixed media boards, and even over gesso or acrylic bases.

Types of Pastels

Tips for Using Pastels in Your Projects

• Layer Gradually: Build colors slowly to avoid overpowering your design.

• Blend Creatively: Use fingers, sponges, or blending tools to create smooth transitions.

• Combine with Other Mediums: Pastels work beautifully over watercolor, acrylic, ink sprays, or gesso surfaces.

• Experiment with Textures: Mix pastels with stencils, embossing, or textured papers for interesting effects.

• Seal Your Work: Lightly spray a fixative over finished areas to preserve your pastel work.

• Blending Tools & Accessories – Blending tools , sponges, and fixatives to enhance your pastel techniques.

Pastels can transform your scrapbook and mixed media projects, adding softness, dimension, and vibrant color in ways other mediums can’t. Experiment with different types, layering, and blending techniques to discover the perfect style for your creations.

Explore the full range of pastels and accessories including brands such as: Mont Marte, Jane Davenport, Semco, Pan Pastel, Prismacolor & Neocolor over at ScrappingClearly and elevate your spring-themed scrapbooking and mixed media projects with beautiful, versatile color.

Halloween Release

 🎃👻 Halloween Release 👻🎃

We’re so excited to welcome everybody to join us here in the Scrappingclearly Share & Inspire Facebook Group for our Halloween Release happening Friday at 5pm! 

Come along and see what spooky treasures, hauntingly beautiful papers, and magical goodies we have in store to get you ready for the Halloween season. 

Don’t miss it – it’s going to be a treat (no tricks, we promise 😉)!

Beer spa by Tracey B

 Good morning everyone

I'm finding it a case of too many photos of overseas holidays and too little time to scrap.   

It's a hard life I know!

I don't have any system for scrapping my photos and just use inspiration from the moodboards.

This photo from 2023 was inspired by this month's moodboard.

products I've used include

Impasto mixed with Colour Arte Silks (Emperor's gold) and scraped through a stencil.

Nuvo Mouse (Cosmic brown) and sponged through another stencil (just a subtle layer - very hard to see)

49 & Market Starlight diecuts

Heidi Swapp stickers

Heidi Swapp fabric bow

Liquid pearls (Gold pearl)

TFL

cheers

Trace

M60 by Tracey B

 Hi everyone

Here's another Lo inspired by this month's moodboard.

Some photos of the background layers

Products I've used include

Frame stamps

Clear embossing powder

Distress ink - Shaded Lilac & Dusty Concord

Tim Holtz layering stencil #59

Colour Blast Paste - Royalty

Dina Wakley paint - Stirling

Distress Oxide Spray - Wilted Violet

Distress spray stain - Peacock Feathers

Mister Huey's spray mist - Ocean

Frame

Stencil & Impasto

Art Alchemy wax - Heather Hills

Archival ink - Black soot, Majestic Violet & Dusty Concord

49 & Market Spectrum Gardenia ephemera & Rustic Bouquet Bluejays

TFL

cheers

Tracey

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Art Like You Mean It - CHANCE TO WIN some Lisa Oxley Art

 “Art Like You Mean It” - By Lisa Oxley – Curated Collective Creator 2025

This vibrant and whimsical mixed-media composition is a tribute to the soul of the artist’s studio. Centered around the motivating phrase “Art Like You Mean It”, this piece captures the essence of passion-fueled creativity, surrounded by layered textures, framed portraiture, and painterly collage.

 Key Features:

1. Immersive Artist’s Studio Setting

   •   The scene is styled like a studio wall, adorned with framed artworks, vintage wallpaper textures, and a deep blue curtain pulled aside to reveal the artist’s “inner world.”

   •   Paint brushes, canvases, and inspiration boards create a lived-in, lovingly chaotic workspace vibe.

2. Central Muse

   •   A recurring steampunk-inspired female portrait—featuring curly hair, green goggles, and a strong gaze—appears throughout the composition. This “muse” ties the theme together and offers a sense of artistic identity and reflection.

   •   Multiple reproductions of the same face in varying frames suggest self-exploration and the iterative nature of artmaking.

3. Collage & Mixed Media Layers

   •   Brick wall texture, peeling paint, old signage, art tools, and printed imagery build a richly textured background.

   •   A variety of frames and brush textures are cleverly collaged to give the illusion of depth and tactile engagement.

4. Typography as a Statement

   •   The bold, blocky typeface used in “Art Like You Mean It” acts as a commanding call-to-action—an empowering message to creatives everywhere.

Color Palette & Texture

   •   Color Palette: Earthy neutrals mixed with punchy blues, teals, soft pinks, and sepia tones. The blue curtain draws the eye, creating a dramatic theatrical edge.

   •   Texture Play: Scratches, splashes, brush strokes, and weathered walls create a raw, expressive surface a clear nod to the messy beauty of the artistic process.

Just Be by Tracey B

 Good morning everyone

This layout started in my mind with the colour palette from last month's moodbaord and then took a bit of a left turn! 

Here's what I finished up with.

Products I've used include

Music paper

Lucky Findings Foundation pack - Rustic Timetraveller

Teresa Collins chipboard - Urban Market

Fancy Pants cork shapes

Tim Holtz idea-ology gauge dials

Color Burst powder - Prussian Blue

Mister Huey's color mists - Pony

Lucky Findings Artist Trading Collective - Picture Perfect

TFL

cheers

Trace

 

How to Photograph Flowers and Outdoor Scenes: Tips for Scrapbookers

Scrapbooking is all about capturing memories—and nothing brings a page to life quite like beautiful photos of flowers and outdoor scenes. Whether you’re documenting a garden stroll, a day at the park, or simply the beauty blooming in your backyard, learning a few photography tricks can help you create photos that truly shine in your layouts.

Here are our favourite tips and hints to make your flower and outdoor photography pop:

Scrapbooking Tip: When printing flower photos for your layouts, consider printing some in smaller sizes or even black and white. Mixing photo styles creates layers of interest on your pages.

So next time you’re outdoors, take a few extra minutes to capture the beauty around you. With a little practice and these tips in mind, you’ll be adding stunning nature photos to your scrapbook pages in no time. We hope this little guide will help fill your scrapbooking and mixed media pages with some fabulous new photos.

Best Watercolours for Spring-Themed Scrapbooking: A Comparison

Best Watercolours for Spring-Themed Scrapbooking: A Comparison

 Spring is the perfect season to infuse your scrapbook pages with vibrant colours and delicate details. Whether you're capturing blooming flowers, sunny skies, or fresh greenery, choosing the right watercolour palette can make all the difference. In this guide, we'll compare the best watercolours for spring themes and highlight products available at ScrappingClearly.com.au, so you can find the perfect fit for your creative projects.

Top Watercolour Colours for Spring Themes

Blending these colours creates soft gradients and delicate washes, characteristic of springtime scenes.

Watercolour Products Available at ScrappingClearly.com

ScrappingClearly offers a wide variety of watercolour products suitable for spring-themed scrapbooking:

Koi Watercolour Sets

• Overview: Portable sets with vibrant, blendable colours.

• Spring Suitability: Includes pastels and bright florals, perfect for capturing spring blooms.

• Ideal For: Beginners to advanced artists seeking versatility.

Loew Cornell Watercolour Cakes

• Overview: Affordable, high-quality watercolour cakes.

• Spring Suitability: Soft spring-inspired palettes suitable for blending.

• Ideal For: Budget-conscious artists without compromising quality.

13 Arts Watercolour Products

• Overview: Traditional pans and metallic powders for creative versatility.

• Spring Suitability: Metallic powders add shimmer to florals and nature-inspired designs.

• Ideal For: Artists looking to add metallic accents and depth.

Prima Watercolour Confections

• Overview: Artist-grade, highly pigmented watercolor pans.

• Spring Suitability: Soft washes and detailed designs perfect for delicate spring hues.

• Ideal For: Artists seeking portability and high-quality finish.

Jasart Byron Watercolour Sets

• Overview: Affordable sets with good quality and variety.

• Spring Suitability: Earthy tones, serene blues, and soft pastels ideal for spring themes.

• Ideal For: Artists seeking a variety of colors on a budget.

Micador Watercolour Palette with Brush (12 Colors)

• Overview: Beginner-friendly set with vibrant, easy-to-apply colors.

• Spring Suitability: Pinks, yellows, and greens for quick spring projects.

• Ideal For: Beginners or on-the-go crafting

Kuretake Gansai Tambi Watercolour Set – 36 Colors

• Overview: Rich, opaque colors with smooth application.

• Spring Suitability: Bold spring designs with a traditional Japanese watercolour feel.

• Ideal For: Artists seeking vibrant, full-coverage colors.

Art Philosophy Watercolour Confetti Set

• Overview: Pre-mixed watercolour dots that activate with water for easy use.

• Spring Suitability: Vibrant and spontaneous, perfect for quick spring-themed projects.

• Ideal For: Artists looking for fun, creative, and time-saving options.

Tips for Using Watercolours in Spring Scrapbooking

• Layering: Build colors gradually for depth and dimension.

• Wet-on-Wet Technique: Apply water before paint for soft, blended effects.

• Masking: Preserve white areas with masking fluid, ideal for highlights.

• Textures: Add salt, plastic wrap, or other textures for interesting background effects.

Selecting the right watercolour palette is key to capturing the beauty of spring in your scrapbook pages, and ScrappingClearly has you covered with a diverse range of products—from soft pastels and earthy tones to shimmering metallics and playful confetti sets. 

Visit ScrappingClearly to explore these watercolour products and more, and discover the perfect tools to bring your spring-themed projects to life, whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist we are sure to have something in store for you .