Good morning everyone and happy scrapping Tuesday
Here's another take on this month's moodboard.
This page speaks deeply of resilience, survival, and inner strength. The quotes “Rise, fall, rise again” and “Being strong was never optional” create a powerful narrative of someone who has endured hardship yet continues to stand. The central figure, with her cracked porcelain-like face and solemn gaze, symbolizes emotional wounds, healing, and the quiet strength carried after difficult seasons.
Colour Palette
* Rich blues, teal, purple, and magenta dominate the background, bringing mood, depth, and emotion.
* Black grounds the page with shadow, contrast, and intensity.
* White space gives breathing room and highlights the vulnerability of the portrait.
* Bright green leaves at the base add a subtle symbol of renewal and growth.
Focal Point
* The young female portrait is the heart of the page.
* Her large blue eyes instantly draw attention and create emotional connection.
* The cracked texture across her face suggests damage, trauma, or pressure—but she remains whole and standing.
Mixed Media Techniques
* Layered paint application with bold brush strokes and blended colour transitions.
* Loose scribble thread-like lines create emotional chaos and tension.
* Script stamping/background writing adds depth and story fragments.
* White splatter marks resemble stars, tears, or fragments of hope.
* Collaged sentiment strips anchor the message clearly.
Composition
* Portrait placed slightly right of centre balances the heavy textured colour mass on the left.
* Quotes positioned diagonally opposite each other create visual movement.
* Scribble textures at top and bottom frame the figure, almost like emotions swirling around her.
Symbolism
* Cracks = wounds, pressure, past pain.
* Leaves = healing, new life, regrowth.
* Dark clothing = protection, seriousness, carrying burdens.
* Bright background colour bursts = hope still exists even in darkness.
Overall Feel
This page feels raw, brave, and honest. It’s a visual reminder that strength is often born from struggle, and even when cracked, we can still be beautiful, powerful, and unbroken.
Tags and journaling spots are one of the most versatile and essential elements in scrapbooking, junk journaling, and mixed media art. Whether you’re building layered scrapbook pages, creating mini albums, or designing expressive layouts, they provide structure, texture, and storytelling space in a way few other products can.
They are a place to write, hide, layer, and reveal — or simply allow design elements to breathe within your composition.
At Scrapping Clearly, the range of tags, die-cuts, journaling pieces, and Luckyfindings designs from leading creative brands makes it easy to build depth, detail, and storytelling into every project.
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Tags are more than embellishments — they are functional storytelling elements that help shape your page.
They can:
At Scrapping Clearly, you’ll find a wide range of tags, journaling spots, die-cuts, and creative bases designed to suit every style. From raw surfaces ready for paint and ink through to decorative pieces and Luckyfindings designs, everything is designed to help you build layered, meaningful compositions.
Let’s break it down so you can quickly find what suits your creative process.
Best for: altering and building from the ground up
Tim Holtz Idea-Ology Salvaged Tags
Dina Wakley Media Square Tags & Media Metal Rimmed Tags
Dyan Reaveley Dylusions Journal Tags
7gypsies 97% Complete range
selected LUCKYfindings foundational pieces
Best for: fast, themed, cohesive page building
Art by Marlene Luxury Paper Tags
Heidi Swapp Tags
Fancy Pants Designs Gift Tags & Labels
STAMPERIA themed collections
Best for: layering, tuck spots, and storytelling details
We R Memory Keepers Vellum Tag Pockets
49 and Market Die-Cut Elements & Ephemera Packs
Best for: texture, contrast, and mixed media depth
Cedar Lane Metallic Thread Fabric Tags
Fabric embellishment tags
LUCKYfindings specialty mixed media substrates
Best for: storytelling and layered composition work
Assemblage Tags
Mini Curiosities Tags
Curiosities Tags
Groundworks imagery sheets
Artist Trading Collectives
These are more than tags — they are story fragments designed to be layered, altered, and reimagined.
Best for: complete creative control
Dina Wakley Perforated Tag Stamps
Darkroom Door frame & label stamps
Stencil + stamp combinations that create tag shapes
The magic happens when you start combining elements.
Try layering:
Then add stitching, inked edges, staples, or torn paper to build a rich, dimensional cluster.
Tags aren’t just an accessory — they are a storytelling device.
They hold words, memories, fragments, and feeling… and when layered with intention, they can carry the entire emotional tone of a page.
Click on the link below to head over to the shop and start exploring the full range of tags, journaling spots, and Luckyfindings designs in the Scrapping Clearly store and start building your own layered stories today.
Good morning everyone and happy crafting Tuesday!
here's another take on this month's moodboard
I added some Art Stones and Finnabair Micro beads (Copper) and some threads to finish off
TFL
cheers
Trace
There’s something incredibly powerful about a page that doesn’t just look beautiful—but speaks truth. This mixed media journal spread is a striking example of how art can visually represent discipline, growth, and the quiet strength it takes to keep showing up.
At the core of this piece is a bold and grounding quote: “Everything you want is waiting for you on the other side of consistency.”
This isn’t a soft or whimsical message—it’s direct, honest, and deeply motivating. It speaks to the reality that progress doesn’t come from inspiration alone, but from repetition, effort, and commitment over time.
The placement of the quote on the left-hand side gives it space to breathe. It feels intentional—like a guiding principle rather than decoration.
The colour palette is where this page truly comes alive. Rich blues, teals, and violets form the foundation, layered with bursts of orange, yellow, and magenta. These colours aren’t scattered—they’re concentrated and controlled, building intensity around the focal point.
The swirling brushwork creates a sense of motion and momentum, almost like energy being pulled inward. It feels active, alive, and purposeful—mirroring the idea of consistent effort building over time.
Focal Point & Expression
The portrait is undeniably the emotional anchor of the page. Positioned on the right, the face draws you in immediately. The eyes are intense, steady, and unwavering—they hold a quiet strength that perfectly aligns with the message of discipline and persistence.
Surrounding the face is a circular burst of colour, almost like a halo of motion. This framing technique not only emphasises the portrait but also symbolises cycles, repetition, and growth.
This page is a beautiful balance between expressive and controlled techniques:
Composition & Flow
The composition is simple but incredibly effective.
The right-hand side carries the visual weight with the portrait and colour, while the left remains open and minimal. This contrast creates balance and allows the viewer’s eye to move naturally across the page.The use of white space is especially important here—it provides clarity, focus, and a sense of calm against the intensity of the colour work.
Symbolism & Interpretation
Every element in this piece contributes to a deeper meaning:
Final Thoughts
This journal page is a reminder that creativity isn’t just about expression—it can also be about intention. It captures the idea that progress is built slowly, layer by layer, much like the techniques used within the artwork itself. There’s strength in the simplicity of the layout, and power in the message it carries. Because sometimes, the most meaningful art isn’t about what happens in a moment— it’s about what happens when you keep going.
Lisa
Xxxx
Hello to you all 🤗
My share today is based on the April Palette Play.
I decided I was going to make it vintage rather than follow the initial beach feels this palette gives.
