A Passion for Patterned Paper: More Than 50 Fresh Clever Techniques Scrapbooking

The appeal of patterned paper is universal. Each pattern inspires our passion and evokes a feeling. We automatically reach out to a pattern that touches us. A Passion for Patterned Paper showcases the unique beauty and universal appeal of creating scrapbook pages with patterned paper. If you are intimidated by the use of too many patterns, you'll find easy solutions for incorporating patterned paper into your scrapbooks. Each chapter of this book includes a theme category to help utilize your papers in different ways - as embellishments, accents and backgrounds - with ways to use monochromatic, double-sided and coordinating papers. You will also learn how to alter papers and create your own patterns using traditional products - like chalk and die cuts - as well as paint, Pattern Builder, walnut ink and aging mediums to help you make the most of your patterned-paper creations. The cutting-edge ideas throughout this book will motivate and teach you how to use your patterned paper to its fullest potential while enhancing your creativity. If you love patterned paper, you will surely be inspired by the many examples presented in this book. Try some of these great ideas today!