This was one of those layouts that I loved. Then I hated it. Then I loved it again. It’s a bit of a stretch from my usual design. That’s what I love about Get It Scrapped though. The articles often prompt me to take a step outside of the box to try something new. I must admit that I was both delighted and a bit intimidated by the idea of transferring mid-century modern elements into my scrapbooking.  I had to begin somewhere and so I took a look at Pinterest.

As I explored the boards, I noted the use of nature and it’s blend with the geometric designs. I searched for a piece of inspiration that would translate well into a scrapbook layout. Finally, I settled on a Giclee Print. I just needed to adapt it a bit.

I chose my photos, cropped them down and then set about crafting the page to accommodate them. This meant I would have less lines and fewer squares than the original print.

Cats on Windowsills by Christy Strickler |Supplies Patterned Paper, Wood Veneer: Studio Calico; Letters: Basic Grey; Enamel Dots: Twine and Ink

To preserve the concept of Mid-Century Modern, I chose a subtle wood grain print. After stitching lines to form a grid, I placed blocks of patterned paper and the photos to complete the design. I kept the embellishments subtle, but found that the page felt flat. To add a bit of depth, I mounted the photos and paper blocks onto chipboard for subtle lift. A few well placed blocks with a pop of orange help form a visual triangle around the photos.

I still go back and forth about whether I love or hate this page. Despite this, I enjoyed the process of creating it. It was a wonderful way to explore design while using home decor as an inspiration.

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