Showing posts with tag "Category: Bright Idea".

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Bright Idea 471: Tucked Tag

By Melanie Radko

Learn how to design a creative tag with a second tag tucked inside and accented with playful embellishments.

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Bright Idea 470: String of Beads

By Nathalie Séguin

Create a beautifully crafted "String of Beads" design, featuring various shapes and effects that create a visually appealing and intricate pattern.

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Bright Idea 469: Triangle Trees

By Mary Browder

Quick and Easy "Trees" to match any layout. Great for Christmas, camping, hiking, or walking in the park!

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Bright Idea 467: Defined Lines Quick Page

By Tameka Bond

This clever design concept uses the Grid Cutter and bold strokes to create crisp, defined sections that beautifully highlight your favorite patterned papers. By combining clean, structured lines with pops of color and texture, the Defined Lines Quick Page turns your layout into a striking showcase—perfect for mixing and matching patterns while keeping your page balanced and visually engaging. It’s a quick, easy way to let your papers shine without overwhelming your photos.

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Bright Idea 466: Rip and Stack

By Kim Mannino

Add texture, depth, and handmade charm to your page with layered paper strips and realistic torn edges. In this Bright Idea, you’ll use the Paper Rip tool to create four unique ripped elements, stack them together, and build a dimensional foundation for your layout. It’s simple, eye-catching, and a perfect way to showcase your favorite papers and photos!

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Bright Idea 465: 3D Layered Shape

By Melanie Radko

Learn how to create a shape that has several layers that make it look like it pops off the page. Each outline sits just above the one inside it, giving it a 3D effect.

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Bright Idea 463: Captured Memories

By Mary Browder

Enjoy the memories of a special event in your life using a full-page bleed photo and the straight cutter to create a square grouping of four additional images.

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Bright Idea 462: Cluster Title

By Pamela Smith

Create a quick and easy title using one enlarged embellishment and an alphaset. With slight changes this technique can be used over and over.

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Bright Idea 461: Angles and Accents

By Tameka Bond

Add energy and style to your layout with angled shapes and eye-catching accents. This quick technique uses simple tools to create bold designs that highlight your photos and make your pages pop!

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Bright Idea 460: Strips and Stacks

By Kim Mannino

Strips and Stacks is all about creating depth and movement through layered paper strips and a bold vertical photo column. This layout draws the eye with overlapping shapes, balanced alignment, and a clean space for storytelling. Use it to highlight a favorite photo series or document a day in snapshots - perfect for when you want structure with a little edge.

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Bright Idea 457: Lacy Inset

By Mary Browder

Learn how to create a unique inset using the shape cutter and an overlay. This is a fun and quick design will add interest and depth to any page.

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Bright Idea 455: Circle Grid Page

By Tameka Bond

Looking for a fresh way to showcase your photos and story? This bright idea puts a creative spin on your page using a circular grid design! With the help of the Grid Cutter and shape editing tools, you’ll transform a simple shape into a dynamic focal point that adds movement and modern flair.

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Bright Idea 454: Layered Circles & Cozy Stories

By Kim Mannino

Bold shapes, cozy vibes, and a photo that takes center stage—this Bright Idea shows you how to layer circles, add curved journaling, and tell a winter story in style.

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