On Wednesdays We Wear Black Layout by Phil Donahue

Hello spooktacular friends! Phil Donahue here back on the blog with a Wednesday Addams inspired layout featuring Paige's Tricks & Treats collection and her Spiderweb from the 13 Halloween Cut Files! This layout was loosely inspired by the stained glass window from the Netflix series and showcases some cute photos of my niece wearing a Wednesday t-shirt!

To begin, I cut the Spiderweb out of the black & white B-side of Paper 12. Next I tore the pink Paper 11 from corner to corner, removed a 1/4 inch from the other two sides, and distressed and inked all edges with black ink. I adhered the distressed pink paper to the bottom right of a black and subtle pink dot paper from my stash. I added glue to the center of the Spiderweb and placed it in the center of the page, allowing the edges to lift. The cut file served as the perfect base for the photos and embellishments. I added pink embellishments to the black half of the page and black elements to the pink side of the page, all from the Ephemera Die Cuts and Floral Die Cuts. My title was inspired by Paige's Happy Scrappy Place Facebook group cover photo. I used a random assortment of letters from the Puffy Phrase Stickers which created a fun and whimsical title with letters more to scale with the page! Final touches were strips of Washi Tape on either side of the page and sprinkles of black and pink Enamel Dots. I hope you found some inspiration in this post and choose to try Paige's Tricks & Treats collection along with the 13 Halloween Cut Files! Thanks for stopping by and happy scrapping!

SUPPLIES: Patterned papers, stickers, die cuts, enamel dots, washi tape, embellishments: TRICKS & TREATS; Cut file: Spiderweb from the 13 Halloween Cut Files by Paige Evans

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Halloween Mini Album by Monique Lowe

Hi creative friends! Monique Lowe here and today I am sharing a cute Halloween mini album featuring Paige's Polaroid Frames from the 20 Halloween Cut Files along with her Tricks & Treats collection. I love that each mini album holds lots of mini scrapbook pages that I can treat as individual little projects - the perfect way to have a mini craft fix when time is short!

To start, I cut the Polaroid Frames from white cardstock and pulled out some of my favorite patterned papers from Tricks & Treats to cut my mini pages to 4x4". If you decide to add in embroidery like I have, be sure to cut a few extra pages to back the embroidered pages so you can hide the reverse side of the stitching.

The first page in my mini album is a sweet embroidered, sequined pumpkin. You can find this super easy template and tutorial in Paige’s Halloween 4x4 Mini Album Class from 2023. I used orange embroidery thread along with translucent pink, orange, and yellow sequins to add shape, color, and shimmer to the pumpkin. I embellished it with cute little pumpkin stickers from the Cardstock Stickers and Mini Puffy Stickers. I backed the embroidered page with Paper 11, machine stitched around the edges, and added on a pale yellow pom-pom trim.

Most of my pages have been created as double pages, with matching patterned paper for both pages, along with coordinating threads, embellishments, and photos, making each partner page visually cohesive in design. For example, to document my twins’ carved pumpkin, I chose the cute pumpkin Polaroid Frame cut file and backed the pumpkins with Paper 7. I slotted my photo behind the frame and stuck it down on one of my precut pages (Paper 3). I used my Sizzix pokey tool to make holes around the outer and inner edges of the frame and used orange embroidery thread to add a chain link stitch to the outer edge and backstitch to the inner edge. For the facing page, I backed my photo with Paper 6 and Paper 8, added machine stitching, and created a little spooky scene using the 12x12 Foam Stickers, Cardstock Stickers, and Ephemera Die Cuts.

One of my favorite double pages includes the "SCARY!" Polaroid Frame. I chose the B-side of Paper 4 for the page background - those spiderwebs were just perfect for stitching! I embroidered one of the spiderwebs using a backstitch before sticking down the cut file. Using the same method as mentioned previously, I embroidered around the cut file using purple embroidery thread and added some purple sequins to the dangling spider. This cut file perfectly framed my embroidered web! With lots of detail on this page, I kept the partner page super simple. I opted for a purple background this time, using Paper 3, and embellished it with two Ephemera Die Cuts, a Foam Sticker, and some tangled threads.

To create my album cover, I used a piece of chipboard cut to 11 inches x 4.5 inches. This allowed for a 2 inch spine but can easily be cut bigger if you’d like to include more pages. I scored the card before folding it and covering it using Paper 12 for the outside and Paper 8 for the inner cover. I punched 4 holes in the spine and used chunky cotton yarn to bind my pages together. I decorated the cover with the gorgeous pumpkins from the Embroidery Kit, the date on the spine using Mini Foam Thickers, and a homemade tassel using a variety of trimmings in all the coordinating colors.

Thank you so much for taking a look through my little album! I hope something you’ve seen has inspired you to get creative, or maybe even make your own little mini! I hope you find a happy moment to get creative with Tricks & Treats and the 20 Halloween Cut Files!

SUPPLIES: Patterned papers, stickers, die cuts, Thickers, embellishments: TRICKS & TREATS; white cardstock; Cut file: Polaroid Frames from the 20 Halloween Cut Files by Paige Evans

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Bootiful Haunting Fun Layout by Kelly Daye

Hi friends! Kelly Daye here, going back to Halloween 2000 when Jim and I were Carrie and her Prom date from the 1976 horror film of the same name! My layout features Paige’s super cute Tricks & Treats collection and her Monsters from the 13 Halloween Cut Files! 

You can learn this chevron background technique from Paige in her Polaroid Frames and Chevrons Virtual Class. After arranging my chevrons vertically, I chain stitched the edges with variegated DMC thread, using all 6 strands. I’m always keen to see the mix of colors transpire as I stitch. I ran my title along the left edge of the chevrons using Puffy Phrase Stickers and a skull Mini Puffy Sticker. I mounted my photo on a large tag from the Ephemera Die Cuts then I added an eyelet, a reinforcement I punched from scrap paper, Washi Tape, and baker's twine from my stash. An old photo has become a fun focal point. A triangle of ephemera clusters is always my goal. A well known technique that helps to take your eye around a layout. I tucked in, layered, and popped up Floral Die Cuts, Mini Puffy Stickers, Ephemera Die Cuts, 12x12 Foam Stickers, Cardstock Stickers, and Enamel Dots. I just keep playing with all-the-pretty-things until I’m happy with the look. The sneaky little black cardstock Monsters found places to hide within the clusters. Finally, from two 12x12 Foam Stickers I used the orange scalloped border on the right edge, I think it balanced out the chevrons nicely. I hope you found some ideas for your own fabulous Halloween layouts today using Paige’s Halloween Cut Files and Tricks & Treats collection!

SUPPLIES: Patterned papers, stickers, die cuts, enamel dots, embellishments: TRICKS & TREATS; black cardstock; Cut files: Monsters from the 13 Halloween Cut Files by Paige Evans

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Hocus Pocus Layout by Jackie Ashton

HAPPY HALLOWEEN scrappy friends! It’s Jackie Ashton here sharing a new layout using Paige's Tricks & Treats collection and her Borders from the 20 Halloween Cut Files!

I cut the Borders from white cardstock and chose 3 of them for my layout, coloring them using various inks. I chose the purple Paper 3 as my background paper and I rolled the top left corner over then added a piece of Paper 8 behind the rolled edge to complete the 12x12 size. Adding a selection of patterned papers behind my photograph, I placed my photographs on the center of the layout and added the web border to the top of the photos and the border of potion bottles along the lower edge of photographs. I then cut apart the pumpkins border and stacked them underneath my photograph to form a cluster. After adding two of the tags from Paper 2 to the top of layout, I finished by using various embellishments from the Cardstock Stickers, Ephemera Die Cuts, Puffy Phrase Stickers, and Enamel Dots. Thanks so much for stopping by! I hope you're inspired to use Paige's Tricks & Treats collection and Halloween Cut Files!

SUPPLIES: Patterned papers, stickers, die cuts, enamel dots: TRICKS & TREATS; white cardstock; Cut file: Borders from the 20 Halloween Cut Files by Paige Evans

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Trunk or Treat Fun Layout by Inessa Persekia

Hey friends, it's Inessa Persekian again! I’m thrilled to share a new layout featuring the Bat Background from the 13 Halloween Cut Files! I paired it with her vibrant Tricks & Treats collection to create a playful page that’s perfect for documenting Halloween memories.

White cardstock sets the perfect backdrop for all the Bats flying across the page. I backed the Bats with Tricks & Treats patterned paper scraps to make the design pop against the background.  For dimension and detail, I used Mini Foam Thickers to create a title, while the Polaroid frames from the 12x12 Foam Stickers draw your eye to the photos. Enamel Dots, candy corn and starbursts from the 12x12 Foam Stickers sprinkled throughout add a fun, finishing touch. This layout was so fun to make and it came together quickly thanks to the Bat Background! Happy crafting with Paige's Tricks & Treats collection and her Halloween Cut Files!

SUPPLIES: Patterned papers, stickers, die cuts, sequins, embellishments: TRICKS & TREATS; white cardstock; Cut file: Bat Background from the 13 Halloween Cut Files by Paige Evans

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Spooky Treat Layout by Heidi Lewis

Hi friends! It's Heidi Lewis here on the blog today sharing a colorful Halloween layout paired with Paige's Tricks & Treats collection and her Spiderweb from the 13 Halloween Cut Files!

I used my Cricut to cut the Spiderweb from white cardstock and backed it with a single piece of vellum. I picked a bold teal cardstock background to match the color of my husband's shirt in the photo. I centered the spiderweb on the background and layered a row of tags fussy cut from Paper 2 on the left-hand side. I added two 3x4" photos and one 2x2" photo over the spiderweb and then layered Ephemera Die Cuts and Floral Die Cuts around my photos. I splashed watered down white acrylic paint around the spiderweb and scattered stars from the Mini Puffy Stickers around the outside of the spiderweb. I created a journaling embellishment cluster over the right-hand corner with a journaling tag from the Ephemera Die Cuts, Cardstock Stickers, Washi Tape, Mini Puffy Stickers, and Mini Foam Thickers. Some tangles of white thread finish off the layout. I hope you feel inspired to make a colorful and spooky layout with the Tricks & Treats collection and Paige's Halloween Cut Files!

SUPPLIES: Patterned papers, die cuts, stickers, embellishments: TRICKS & TREATS; white cardstock; vellum; white acrylic paint; Cut file: Spiderweb from the 13 Halloween Cut Files by Paige Evans

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Let's Go Ghouls Layout by Inessa Persekian

Hey crafty friends! It’s Inessa Persekian here and I’m eekcited to share the creative process behind a fun and vibrant Halloween layout using Paige’s Branch Wreath from the 13 Halloween Cut Files paired with the playful Tricks & Treats collection.

Wreath designs are always a favorite of mine and the Branch Wreath provides the perfect base for a circular composition that’s both eye-catching and versatile. I wanted to create something that felt pretty and cozy. I began by cutting out the Branch Wreath from white cardstock to allow the colorful flowers from the Tricks & Treats collection to really pop. I love how white helps highlight all the beautiful patterns and colors in the collection. For the background I used white cardstock and added a touch of mixed media with black ink splatters, creating a playful backdrop that hints at Halloween fun without being too spooky. I added pumpkins and flowers from the Floral Die Cuts and Ephemera Die Cuts and other fun embellishments from the collection around the wreath. I also tucked in extra leaves and branches to make the layout feel more natural and full. I placed my 4x4 photo right in the center, slightly overlapping the floral elements for a cohesive look. For the title, I opted for the phrase “Let’s Go Ghouls,” from the Puffy Phrase Stickers to pop against the background. To finish off the layout, I scattered Sequins around the wreath, adding just the right amount of sparkle. I love how the shimmer brings the whole design to life. Happy crafting with Paige's Tricks & Treats collection and her Halloween Cut Files!

SUPPLIES: Patterned papers, stickers, die cuts, sequins, embellishments: TRICKS & TREATS; white cardstock; Cut file: Branch Wreath from the 13 Halloween Cut Files by Paige Evans

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Witch Feet Layout by Audrey Mutschall

Hello friends! Audrey Mutschall here with a new layout featuring Paige’s Witch Feet cut file and her Tricks & Treats collection!

I’m having so much fun creating Halloween layouts this year and it’s all because of how adorable this collection is! I cut the Witch Feet design from black cardstock and backed it with Paper 1, Paper 2, Paper 7, Paper 9, Paper 10, and Paper 11. After the cut file was completed I got to work making a cute little skirt to accompany the Witch Feet - I cut a semicircle from the B-side of Paper 11 for the back of the skirt and a smaller semicircle from the A-side of Paper 11 for the front of the skirt. I used a striped piece of Washi Tape folded over on itself to make a dimensional ruffle that I glued along the edge of each piece of the skirt. Next I adhered the skirt to a piece of white cardstock and placed the cut file between the layers of the skirt. I embellished my photo with a frame and a title from the Ephemera Die Cuts and placed it on the left side of the page. Lastly, I embellished the background with fussy cut flowers from Paper 1 and Enamel Dots. I had so much fun creating this and I hope you're inspired to check out Paige’s Cut Files and Tricks & Treats!

SUPPLIES: Patterned papers, die cuts, stickers, embellishments: TRICKS & TREATS; white cardstock; black cardstock; Cut file: Witch Feet by Paige Evans

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Restocked - Signed Make Your Memory Books!

I have restocked my shop with signed copies of my MAKE YOUR MEMORY book with Better Day Books!

A perfect holiday gift :)

I have loved seeing MAKE YOUR MEMORY arrive in your crafty hands all around the world!
Be sure to tag me and Better Day Books so we can see!

What's this MAKE YOUR MEMORY book all about? "Preserve, celebrate, and cherish life’s most memorable moments with this creative guide to modern scrapbooking by paper craft designer Paige Evans! This stunning project book is organized into three themes: scrapbook layouts, handmade cards, and mini albums. The scrapbooking chapter will teach you how to create contemporary layouts using nine different techniques, including border punches, mixed media, stamped designs, tile grids, quilt-inspired designs, handmade flowers, stitched designs, and stars. Each technique includes a step-by-step project as well as a gallery of additional samples for endless inspiration! The card chapter will teach you how to make beautiful cards that are just as thoughtful as they are gorgeous. Themes include congratulations, sympathy, birthday, thank-you, and anniversary. Each card is presented with step-by-step instructions, and there are additional card designs at the end of the chapter to give you even more ideas. The mini album chapter will teach you how to make three memory books that are small in size, but big on detail! Three techniques are used in this featured projects: an elastic-bound album, a shaped album, and an accordion album. Each album is overflowing with beautiful paper designs and layers of coordinating embellishments.

For those new to the craft, the book includes a comprehensive 'getting started' chapter that will guide you through the massive amount of tools and materials available (and let you know exactly what’s needed). Plus, you’ll find an overview to basic paper-crafting techniques and design principles. At the back of the book, there are eight pages of perforated scrapbook paper that you can tear out and use to create the projects in the book or those of your own design."

Go ahead and make your memories into lovely works of art that will be cherished for years!

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Sneak peek collage of all my projects that you'll find in MAKE YOUR MEMORY!
Almost all of them use my Splendid collection with American Crafts.

Here is a YouTube video of me flipping through the 3 mini albums you'll find step-by-step photos and instructions for inside MAKE YOUR MEMORY!

Order a signed copy from me HERE!

HAVE A HAPPY SCRAPPY DAY!

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Sweet & Spooky Layout by Ashley Neu

Hi friends! It’s Ashley Neu here for the Paige Evans Cut File Design Team to share this monochromatic layout using Paige’s Tricks & Treats collection and her Spiders cut file. This layout was different for me as I don’t believe that I have ever created an all black and white layout before! It just seemed so appropriate for Halloween and Paige’s Tricks & Treats collection was perfect to accomplish this.

To begin, I cut the Spiders from black cardstock and adhered it onto Paper 12. Originally I planned on stitching the spiders but after poking all of the stitching holes, I decided that I loved the texture that the holes gave the spiders! Not only did it save me time, it was something different! I matted Paper 12 with the same black cardstock. My photos were printed in black & white and matted with a white border to help set them apart from the background. To make the Spiders even more cool, I glued on clear/white sequins. I added in the "Sweet & Spooky" title found in the Puffy Phrase Thickers and black and white embellishments from the Ephemera Die Cuts. The skeletons are my favorite pieces that I added to the layout. If you haven’t tried a monochromatic layout yet, you totally should! Thank you for stopping by Paige’s blog today and have a great day!

SUPPLIES: Patterned papers, stickers, die cuts, embellishments: TRICKS & TREATS; black cardstock; Cut file: Spiders by Paige Evans

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Halloween Layout by Yui Oku

Hi everyone! It’s Yui Oku here sharing a grid layout using Paige's Tricks & Treats collection and the Monsters and Candy from the 13 Halloween Cut Files!

I felt like making a grid layout and needed small icons so I chose a Monster and Candy from the 13 Halloween Cut Files and cut them from white cardstock. I used purple cardstock for background and added Washi Tape strips to make the grid. I used papers 3, 9, and 10 for backing the cut files. Paper 9 has a lot of good distressed colors. For the center of blocks, I put the "HALLOWEEN" ephemera from Embroidery Kit. I chose black thread for all the letters. And added small cute icons from the Mini Puffy Stickers. I added photos and then for the rest of blocks I chose pumpkins, a skeleton, and house die cuts, enamel dots, and cardstock stickers. It was so fun to make it and love the result! I hope you are inspired to try the Monsters and Candy from the 13 Halloween Cut Files and check out Paige's Tricks & Treats collection!

SUPPLIES: Patterned papers, stickers, die cuts: TRICKS & TREATS; white cardstock; Cut files: Monsters and Candy from the 13 Halloween Cut Files by Paige Evans

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Happy Halloween Layout by Valerie Bisson

Hi friends! Valerie Bisson here today and I’m so happy to be here sharing a new Halloween layout with you featuring Paige's Tricks & Treats collection and her Happy Halloween Title from the 13 Halloween Cut Files.

Going through my photos I found some of my daughter dressed in a cute cat costume for school on Halloween. I started with the Happy Halloween Title cut from gray cardstock and then backed it using several of the patterned papers from ricks & Treats. To make the cut file stand out a little more I added an offset layer in black cardstock. Next I chose my background papers, first Paper 5 to which I added silver paint splatters and some torn segments to look like cat scratches. Then Paper 11 which I cut at 8.5” square and hand stitched around the edge in a blanket stitch. I added the cut file on the lower third of the page using foam squares to pop it up. Next I picked the frames from the Ephemera Die Cuts for my photos and then tucked them in to the top of the cut file. I added the year below the cut file with the Mini Foam Thickers. Lastly, I added pieces from the Floral Die Cuts, Cardstock Stickers, 12x12 Foam Stickers, and a few Enamel Dots throughout the layout. I hope you’re inspired to create with one of the 13 Halloween Cut Files and some Tricks & Treats!

SUPPLIES: Patterned papers, stickers, die cuts, embellishments: TRICKS & TREATS; black cardstock; white cardstock; Cut file: Happy Halloween Title from the 13 Halloween Cut Files by Paige Evans

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