Tracey's September Kit Sneaks

Hi everyone! Tracey here with my first official DT post and I have 3 layouts to show you made with the gorgeous September C'est Magnifique Kit, "Shabby Dreams."

I am a happily married mom of 4 (ages 21 to 13) and I live nestled in the mountains of Western Massachusetts, USA. I work as an Quality Control/Staff Educator RN for a local Hospice.In addition to scrapping, I love photography, home projects, my daughter's drama (the onstage kind, not the teenage 

kind !) and am active in my church's Worship Arts team along with missions and the nursery.

I started scrapping at the insistence of my best friend. I kept telling her I didn't have the time and she kept telling me I would love it if I tried it. Well, 8 years later, here I am! I definitely have a shabby style (just about squealed when I opened this kit!) and also like to experiment with mixed media and off the page projects. I am beyond thrilled to be here and look forward to getting to know you all a little better!

My blog is Lifetime of Pages if you'd like to visit!

Here is my first page:

I used only the Kaisercraft papers for this one. 

I love the die cuts that give you the fabulous look of fussy cutting without the work! 

Everything is from the kits and add-ons except the white eyelet ribbon. I made the ruffles using the Kaisercraft paper as well. There are beautiful pastel journaling notes that were perfect for my thoughts for my daughter on her first semi-formal.

My second layout features the beautifully romantic ScrapBerry papers:

Yes, that's my daughter, Naomi again, she is such a good sport! 

The lace you see comes with the kit and was so beautiful, I simply couldn't bear to cover it up! I decided to cluster the flowers together and you can see how perfectly coordinated the colors are!

These cute Blue Fern banners received some white crackle paint and parts of the doilies from the kit along with pearl paint from my stash.

My third page-mixing the two lines in a more neutral palette:

 I have had this pic for a year but have been challenged with the contrast of my bright color loving niece against the backdrop of her more earth toned parents. 

Everything is from the kit except my rolled and misted felt flowers. 

The Blue Fern chippie has been twice crackled, first with a contrasting color and second with clear crackle.

Some close-ups:

That's all for now!

 Thanks for letting me share and keep checking back for more gorgeousness from the DT!

Full reveal is on August 30! You won't want to miss it!

Sandi's Sneak Layouts with the September C'est Magnifique Kit

Hello, everyone! It's Sandi here today with my first post on the C'est Magnifique Blog along with my first Sneak Peek projects using the September 2013 kit "Shabby Dreams." 

  I'm married to a wonderfully scrap-supportive guy named Dan. We live in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area in Texas, USA and have 3 grown daughters, 3 wonderful son-in-laws and a whole bunch of sweet, sweet grandkids. I work part-time as an Audiologist in the medical field and love what I do.

  Although I have been a crafter of some sort all my adult life, my sister-in-law introduced me to this hobby about 7 years ago and I fell in love! It is truly my passion and I enjoy every minute of it! Give me paper and some photos, and I'm in heaven! My style has changed considerably since I first started but that’s what I really enjoy ... learning new techniques and expressing myself though this amazing art form. 

I am excited to begin a new adventure here at C'est Magnifique and look forward to getting to know lots of new faces. Thanks, Leslie for inviting me on the team. And thank you, Valerie, for all the assistance. 

This September kit "Shabby Dreams" is truly amazing! Let me show you what I've done so far. 

"Love"

I just had to use this sheet of the ScrapBerry paper with this wonderful printed image. I found just the right photo to pair with it of sweet family member, Olivia. Inspired by scrappy friend Marilyn Rivera, I did some major paper pleating, rumpling.  The paper folds seemed the perfect spot for placing a few pretty flowers.  I used my Damask stencil and molding paste on the left side of the page for a little added detail along with a bit of punch work. A little fussy cutting, some added tulle from my stash and a few things from the EAO completed this page. 

 I've used the Main kit, the flower add-on and embellishment add-on. 

From my stash: stencil, molding paste, tulle and pearls.  

Here are a few close-ups:

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Next, I focused on highlighting the KaiserCraft papers but teamed them with some ScrapBerry. 

"Happiness"

These were a dream to work with! This photo is of granddaughter Malerie at her recent wedding. The papers seemed so girly and perfect to use along with a bridal photo. I off-set the die cut sheet for some added interest.  Again, I've used a stencil from my stash to reflect the concept of time. 

I've used the Main kit, the flower add-on and embellishment add-on. 

From my stash: stencil, molding paste, pearls, mist.  

And a few close-ups:

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My last share for today:

"Cherish"

This may be my favorite of these projects! I so love having granddaughters to scrap! This is my youngest, Marianne. She is "the princess" and so probably deserves to be surrounded by beautiful flowers and embellishments. Don't you love the sweet Blue Fern Studios bunting from the add-on? I've painted it and then stippled on a layer of white Gesso. I've used an Inkido stamp from my stash to the right of the photo for a bit of contrast behind my other embellishments. A generous amount of Gesso wash was utilized to bring everything together. 

I've used the Main kit, the flower add-on and embellishment add-on. 

From my stash: stamp, seam binding, doilies, Gesso.  

Here are few close-ups:

 

That's all from me today! Thanks for coming by. 

Please check back in a couple of days because Tracey will be sharing some projects to inspire you. 

We're Looking Ahead to September!

Hi everyone!  We have some really exciting things going on at C'est Magnifique Kits and we're finally able to share them with you.  We are pleased to announce that we have added 2 new members to our Design Team.  Please join us in welcoming Sandi Clarkson and Tracey Gregory.  They have been busy behind the scenes creating some awesome layouts with our upcoming September kit, and you are going to love what you see!  Over the next couple of days Sandi and Tracey not only introduce themselves to you, but will also be sharing their layouts created with the September kit.

We have also had to say good-bye to designer Migbell Guzman this month.  Unfortunately Migbell took a fall which resulted in an injury.  She is okay, but needs to take some time to focus on healing.  We are really going to miss Migbell and her amazing talent.  We all fell in love with her layouts the moment we saw them!  We hope you feel better real soon, Migbell. 

Now it's time to show you the paper that we will be featuring in our upcoming September kit.  The pattern paper duo will be the beautiful "Colored Dreams" collection from ScrapBerry's, a Russian manufacturer, and the "True Romance" collection from KaiserCraft of Australia.  It's a soft and dreamy combination of designs.

September Kit Paper

ScrapBerry's: Coloured Dreams: Pink Mirage
ScrapBerry's: Coloured Dreams: Journey into Dreams
ScrapBerry's: Coloured Dreams: Cloud of Colors
ScrapBerry's: Coloured Dreams: In the Web Of Lace
ScrapBerry's: Coloured Dreams: Colorful Dreams
ScrapBerry's: Coloured Dreams: Rainbow Overflow
ScrapBerry's: Coloured Dreams: The Scent of Cinnamon
KaiserCraft: True Romance: Faithful
KaiserCraft: True Romance: Day Dream
KaiserCraft: True Romance: First Sight
KaiserCraft: True Romance: Love Struck
KaiserCraft: True Romance: Rendezvous

Although both of our Add-ons for September have sold out, we do want to show them to you.  There are a few items that are available individually.  We've had more and more members who have contacted us wanting our add-ons automatically added to their kits each month.  If you want to be sure to get either or both of our add-ons each month, please contact Leslie{at}Cestmagnifiquekits.com and let her know.  She will then 

automatically send them to you along with your kit.

 Flower Add-on

Manor House: Vine: Pink
Manor House: Sarah: Fabric Flowers
Manor House: Camelia: Teal
Manor House: Glitz: Pink
Manor House: Coordinations: Purple
KaiserCraft: Paper Blooms: Iceburg

Embellishment Add-on

Melissa Frances: Vellum Envelopes and Tags
Petaloo: Wild Butterflies: Soft Green
Blue Fern Studios: Chipboard: Doily Bunting
Prima: Say it in Crystals: Iridescent Circles
Maya Road: Vintage Findings: Antique Jeweled Pearl Pendants
KaiserCraft: True Romance: Sticker Sheet
Prima: Fairy Rhymes: Chipboard Pieces

Lastly, we want to let you know that new Prima has arrived and is being uploaded to the Store this week.  Here's a look at just a few of the new items which include flowers, unique wood items, stencils, and even more flowers!

We have also received two of the new paper collections, 

along with the coordinating flowers and embellishments.  

Anna Marie Collection

Delight Collection

We hope you've enjoyed seeing what's new at C'est Magnifique Kits!

From now through the end of the month when we will reveal our full kit, our design team members will be showing you the projects they have been working on with our September kit.

Bits & Pieces Giveaway Winner!

WOW!  What a great turn-out we had for our Bits & Pieces Giveaway.  We are so excited that so many of you signed up to receive Leslie's Bits & Pieces from her August Kit!  We still have a few kits remaining in our Store, as well as some items that are being sold individually, including the beautiful paper from Pion Design (Sweden). 

Now to what you've all been waiting for!  Let's choose a winner......................

This month, Leslie's Bits and Pieces will be going all the way to Russia to Genya.  Congratulations! 
In addition, you will be able to shop in the C'est Magnifique Store and have any items you purchase shipped to you free, along with your prize package - and we all love free shipping!

Please email Leslie{at}cestmagnifiquekits.com for all the details.  You must claim your prize within 7 days.

Be sure to check back on the 15th when we will be revealing the paper that will be in our September kit, along with a look at our add-ons.  See you then!

A Last Look at our August Kit

Today I am wrapping up the design team blog posts using the August Kit.  I hope you've enjoyed the inspiration we've posted over the past month.  I find that Pion Designs paper is so easy to work with.  The backgrounds are a beautiful shade of off-white, and the patterns never compete with the photos or embellishments. 

For this layout, I used a photo of my granddaughter that was taken a few years ago.  That was back in the days (8th grade, I think), when you didn't have dates for school dances.  I liked it much better when she went with a group of girls.  But those days are gone and now it's all about having a boyfriend.

Here are a couple of close ups.  Our kits and add-ons have the most amazing embellishments!  

I've also used the following items from my stash:  doilies, Prima leaves, Martha Stewart border punch, 

and Pumice Stone Distress Ink (I love this color of ink - a great neutral).

We have SO much coming up in the next week, so make sure you check back.  Tomorrow we will be announcing the winner of the Bits & Pieces Challenge (which ended yesterday).  On the 15th we will give you the first peek at our September kit.  We also have an exciting announcement to share with you in a few days, but that's all I can tell you now.

I sure hope your week is off to a good start!

One More from Erin Blegen: August Kit

Hello! Erin Blegen back again with you to close out my projects with the August Kit "A Day at the Park". I hope you've enjoyed the parade of projects over the past couple of weeks! As always, there are so many ways in which you can use this kit- definitely as versatile as they come. I sure hope you've had the chance to snatch up this kit for yourself! If not, check out the August section of the store HERE for kits, add-ons, and individual items :)

"Sweet Angel"

My baby girl really is a sweet little angel! I used one of the Prima resin angel wings from the embellishment add-on to accent my wallet-sized photo. I then surrounded her with an array of flowers that pulled together all of the beautiful colors in this kit. 

The printed chipboard works great for adding layers and dimension.

If you're like me, you love to have some bulk to your flower clusters! The key to that is to layer them not only next to each other, but on top of one another- and no gaps allowed! Fit in smaller flowers in any "leftover" spaces. Add embellishments to grow it even further :)

Here are direct links to items used as available in the store:

C'est Magnifique August Kit

August Paper Add-On

Prima "Fairy Rhymes" Roses

Petaloo Wild Blossoms

Prima Resin Angel Wings

That is it for me today! Thanks so much for letting me share with you :)

Stay tuned- Valerie will be back with you tomorrow. See you then!

August Kit Inspiration from Svetlana

Hello dear scrappy friends! Svetlana is here today to share with you another potion of inspiration with our absolutely beautiful August kit. It was a real pleasure for me to work with this kit!

"3 Years" Layout

I love the pretty colors of this month kit. For this LO I used soft pink papers and flowers on the light background. It was perfect to scrap my childhood photo.

I used the main kit papers and embellishments and add-on embellishments. 

From my stash: gesso, mask, stamps, book page, paper doily, die-cuts, cotton for hand stitching, liquid pearls, half pearls.

"Happy" Layout

I liked it a lot that with this kit there is a big variety of color combos. Here I choose blue and brown and complemented perfectly my photo.

I used the main kit papers and embellishments and add-on embellishments. 

From my stash: cardstock  gesso, mask, stamps, ribbon, twine, paper doily, die-buts, cotton for hand stitching, liquid pearls, half pearls and jewels, glimmer mist.

Birthday Card

This time I decided to created some cards. The first one is a birthday card and the second one is a thank you card.

Thank you Card

I used the main kit papers and embellishments and add-on embellishments. 
From my stash: cardstock, ribbon, twine, paper doily, die-cuts, half pearls and jewels, rub-on sentiments.

Thank you for letting me share! Have a nice day!