Creativity

Filofax: How I Decorate Wk. 46

Filofax weekly layout

I really love this week's weekly 2 page spread layout for my planner.  I wanted to create something fun, trendy and girly this week especially when I received brand new stamps from Studio L2E.  

I wanted to start filming the way I decorate my pages since I have been getting a lot of requests from Instagram.  People think that I buy the pages already decorated but after much explaining how the products I use and how I go about the process they realize that it's all made by me.  It's so much fun spending a Sunday afternoon (while watching football) to decorate my weekly pages and plan the rest of my week.  I feel organized and ready to tackle the work week and see what I have planned for the weekend.  To be serious though, I think I just like looking at all my supplies- brings me so much happiness. :) 

Since this would be the first time I would film me doing a layout on camera I wanted to create something that everyone could do with a few supplies.  I understand not everyone can go out and buy new stuff every week so I always try to find materials that are accessible to everyone.  For this layout I used a majority of supplies from the Target DollarSpot Section, which I am in love with! You can find cute little pens, notepads, stickers, cards, stamps and stickers in these bins.  However, finding these items can be a little tricky.  In order for me to find some of the items my fellow #planneraddicts posted on Instagram I had to visit 3 different Targets at different times during the week.  At times, I found lots others not so lucky.  

The layout is super easy to do and didn't take that much time to put together.  It's also a fun layout for any time of the year.   The Washi Tape circle stickers add a little touch of sass!  Take a look at the video and view some of the detailed pictures of this week's layout. 

Now lets go over the supplies that I used for the layout.  But first I wanted to show you the Studio L2E Stamps.  The two on the right are Plan It and List It Stamp Sets (the two that I always use for my layouts.  The new one is the Happy Notes Stamp Set which looks like little post it notes, washi tape borders, and a few words (notes, to do, today, to buy).  Super excited about this new set- it will certainly be one of my favs. 

Here are the rest of the supplies.  Hover each picture for a brief description and the direct link to purchase the product. 

If you would like to use my quote card you can  click, save, and print.  I just ask that you link back to me! :) thank you! 

Filofax: How I Decorate Wk. 45

Filofax weekly page Bright Nov

Happy November! Can you believe next month will already be December? This year is coming to an end so fast! Today I bring you this weeks Filofax planning pages with a "Bright November" theme.  I wanted something cheery and playful since it's getting dark earlier now.  

I wanted to start filming the way I decorate my pages since I have been getting a lot of requests from Instagram.  People think that I buy the pages already decorated but after much explaining how the products I use and how I go about the process they realize that it's all made by me.  It's so much fun spending a Sunday afternoon (while watching football) to decorate my weekly pages and plan the rest of my week.  I feel organized and ready to tackle the work week and see what I have planned for the weekend.  To be serious though, I think I just like looking at all my supplies- brings me so much happiness. :) 

With all the inquiries that I get when I posts my layouts I decided to go ahead and film the creative process.  Starting next week you will be able to watch how I go about designing each layout.  Can't wait for this- it will be fun!

  • Heidi Swapp Favorite Things Ephemera Die-Cut Paper Pack 
  • Heidi Swapp Favorite Things Project Life Kit 
  • Studio L2E Plan It, List It, and Kawaii List It Stamps 
  • Willow Washi Washi Tapes
  • Staedtler Triplus Fineliner Pens 10 Color Pack (love these pens! They do not bleed) 
  • ColorBox Pigment Cat's Eye Queue Inkpad
  • My Mind's Eye Jubilee Sherbet "Peace" Sticky Notes 

Filofax: How I decorate Wk. 44

Since it's Halloween on Friday I thought I would make my filofax planning pages to match! Ever since I started this whole filofaxing adventure I feel better about time management during my week.  I take Sunday afternoons (usually when I'm watching football) to plan out my week, list all my work projects/to-do's and incorporate my blog pots/YouTube videos.  

Pretty basic with supplies this week. 

  • Studio L2E Plan It Stamps
  • Printable cute Halloween graphics from Acade-me.com 
  • Me and My Big Ideas Halloween Journal Cards. 

Wanted to let you guys know that I will start filming how I decorate my pages and some other filofax/creative tutorials/videos! Can't wait.  Make sure you are subscribed to my channel here! ilf 

Creativity: Craft / Scrapbooking Supplies Daily Deals

Craft and Scrapbooking Daily Deal Sites

I've been buying a lot of  supplies for  Project Life, Filofxing and general crafting a lot lately. As much as I love buying all the cute little embellishments everything can add up and get pretty pricey- especially when you are just starting out.  I hate buying things regular price and if I can get a deal on it then why not?! Right?! Then I can buy more since its on sale or at a discounted price.  Don't you love the way I think? ;) I was up late one night looking for craft/scrabooking sites that offer flash sales or daily deals such as the fashion/clothing sites like Hautelook, Ideali and Gilt.  I didn't find too many but here is a list of the ones that I make frequent visits to on a daily basis.  Do keep in mind that each site releases daily deals at different times- sign up for the daily alerts to hit your inbox so you don't miss out! 

 

When I wake up in the morning this is the first thing that I check on my Ipad right after I hit my alarm. Blitsy is a one-stop shop for all your crafting needs- including quilting supplies, sewing, sketching, painting and everything else in between.  I've made about 5 purchases via this site from Me and My Big Ideas Project Life Cards ($3.49 for a set) to Washi Tape, Project Life Kits, Heidi Swapp embellishments and my latest purchase Studio Calico Wood Veneers which I am totally obsessed with.  

Here's some information about Blitzy regarding their site: 

BEST IN CRAFTS.

Blitsy brings you the best craft supplies at up to 70% off. We are on the frontlines of the crafting industry, discovering and delivering the latest designs and trends from your favorite brands. You'll find steals on products for paper crafting, needle crafts, kids, fine arts, jewelry, and so much more!

WEEKLY PRIVATE SALES.

Become a member for access to our weekly private sales on Blitsy.com. Each sale features carefully selected collections of crafting products at the best deals for you. New sales will begin Monday through Saturday at 10:00am CST. Sales last a total of 4 days or until all items are Blitsed (sold out). Be sure to log in early, as quantities are limited and items often sell out quickly! (yes they do sell out quickly!) 

Click here to start shopping on Blitsy and save $10 on your first order! :) 

Here are a couple pictures from my recent order everything was less than $50.  One thing I should mention is that it does take a long time to ship.  If you don't need it right away go head and order but if you need it within a week I would pass up on it. 

Scrapbook Steals Website

Scrapbook.steals.com is another one of my go-to sites for daily deals on scrapbooking supplies.  You will see a lot of  current and past scrapbooking paper sets from some of the top brands in the industry.  The sets consists of embellishments, cut-outs, stickers, paper packs and etc that are all part of the series.  Great if you do scrapbooking and want to save money on having everything match.  They also offer a lot of supplies to get your collection going.  I was able to purchase Colorbox Ink pads at a great price to build up my ink pad collection to offer more variety in colors.  

Here is the description of the site from Scrapbook.steals.com 

STEALS.som sites are deal-of-the-day websites. We sell boutique-quality products for women at up to 80% off until they sell out. Everyday at 8am and 8pm PST another "steal" starts at a price so good that it's not just a deal, it's a steal! If you missed out on a  steal, check back—there's always something new every 12 hours!

Here is my recent purchase from Scrapbook.steals.com.  I needed some alphabet stickers for my Project Life layouts- $2.50 for each one! YAY! 

Alphabet Stickers
Peachycheap.com

Peachycheap.com is a little different from the rest of the sites because they only have 1 deal a day. I've seen paper packs, embellishments, basic craft supplies like adhesives and Washi Tape.  This is how I grew my collection which is very extensive right now (I'll post a picture).  I also noticed that the price for things are very low and such a great deal that it's hard to pass up.   The email notifications do some at night at 10:00 PM MST, perfect time if you are sitting in bed and have the urge to do some shopping! :)  

My last order was the small Heidi Swapp stamp sets that I have been eyeing at Michaels.  I think I purchased the set for $8.  

Heidi Swapp Stamps
Craftysteals.com

The last site I wanted to share with you is Craftysteals.com.  This one is different from scrapbook.steals.com and is equally amazing! For the past 2 months that I have been stalking this site I do notice that they do sell out faster on their deals from the other sites.  A different steal is posted every day at 12am CST, 7 days a week. You can find various crafting and scrapbooking supplies here also from top brands in the industry.  I love purchasing supplies in bundles just like the one featured in the picture above.  I did order it :D.  

I hope you guys enjoyed my post! You can thank me later when your craft supplies and collections start growing! 

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