It's all about June as we introduce the next installment in the Monthly Moments series! We're thinking fun in the sun.....running through the sprinkler, eating watermelon and corn-on-the-cob and checking things off your summer bucket list. Whether you're into pocket scrapbooking or love to make cards, there are sure to be some products from today's introductions that would make wonderful additions to your stamping arsenal!
Monthly Moments: June is the second in a series of stamp sets and other coordinating products by Heather Nichols, that are designed to use with scrapbook projects so you can create, preserve, and share your memories or special events and every day moments. Don’t just limit yourself to scrapbooking with this series as it will be wonderful for card making and other paper crafting projects as well.
The Details:
- Monthly Moments: June will be available for purchase on June 15th.
- It will retail for $15.
- Monthly Moments: June contains a total of 17 images. The “june” word is just over 2” wide and just under 1” tall. The “snapshots of summer” circle is just over 1” in diameter. The checklist image is 2” wide and 2 1/8” tall.
- A coordinating die collection will be available for sale separately, retailing for $3. This die measures 2" x 1".
The coordinating Monthly Moments: Journal Card 3 die will be useful and versatile and you'll love it's stylish file-folder look!
The Details:
- Monthly Moments: Journal Card 3 die will be available for purchase on June 15th.
- It will retail for $8.
- Monthly Moments: Journal Card 3 die measures 2-7/8" x 4-3/8".
- This card is designed to have the tab *peek* out from the top of the 3x4 pockets popular with pocket scrapbooking.
Of course, there is also a coordinating Monthly Moments: Journal Card 4 die!
The Details:
- Monthly Moments: Journal Card 4 die will be available for purchase on June 15th.
- It will retail for $8.
- Monthly Moments: Journal Card 4 die measures 2-7/8" x 4-3/8".
- This card is designed to have the tab *peek* out from the top of the 3x4 pockets popular with pocket scrapbooking.
We are excited to introduce the Monthly Moments: June Journal Card Pad! This collection of journal cards is printed on high quality linen cardstock, making your layouts look polished and professional.
A total of 30 (4x6) sheets are included, two each of 15 designs. The pad of cards is gummed together on one side and provides easy, seamless removal. Features our signature wrap around cover to help keep all of the cards together for storage while also providing a labeled spine for easy reference.
Seven of the 4x6 page designs actually feature two 3x4 cards which can be left intact or cut in half for double the options. If you cut the double spreads in half, you will end up with...
- eight 4x6 card designs (two of each design, making 16 total)
- fourteen 3x4 card designs (two of each design, making 28 total)
This month's collection coordinates with Spring Rain, Harvest Gold, Summer Sunrise, Orange Zest and Pure Poppy.
The Details:
- Monthly Moments: June Journal Pad will be available for purchase on June 15th.
- It will retail for $9.
- Monthly Moments: June Journal Pad contains a total of 30 (4x6) sheets are included, two each of 15 designs.
If you love all of the June specific Monthly Moments products above, we will also be offering them as a bundle for your shopping convenience! This kit is a quick and easy way to shop for everything you need for your February layouts! Stamps, dies and even the pre-printed journal cards all packaged together in a high-quality zippered clear bag that you can reuse as memorabilia and photo storage!
The Details:
- The Monthly Moments: June Kit will be available for sale on June 15th.
- It will retail for $43.
The kit includes:
- Monthly Moments: June stamp set
- Monthly Moments: June die
- Monthly Moments: June Journal Card pad
- Monthly Moments: Journal Card 3 die
- Monthly Moments: Journal Card 4 die
- Printable Calendar Download pdf (link emailed after purchase)
We are also offering a few additional sets to the Monthly Moments line-up that can be used all year long on your layouts (and card making too!)
Monthly Moments: Tabbed is another great addition by Heather Nichols that is designed to use with scrapbook projects so you can create, preserve, and share your memories or special events and everyday moments. Don’t just limit yourself to scrapbooking with this series as it will be wonderful for card making and other paper crafting projects as well.
The Details:
- Monthly Moments: Tabbed will be available for purchase on June 15th.
- It will retail for $15.
- Monthly Moments: Tabbed contains a total of 46 images. The tab images are just over 1” wide and just under 1” tall. The smile face image is 1/4” in diameter. The “sunday” sentiment is just over 1/2” wide and is just under 1/8” tall.
- A coordinating die collection will be available for sale separately, retailing for $4. This collection includes a total of 1 die (3 wired shapes). The individual tabs measure 1" x 3/4".
This set of simple border is all sizes perfectly to be layered onto the top of the popular Monthly Moments: Journal Card 1 die. All four borders even have rounded corners that are the same exact radius as the journal card. You can add the borders to the top or bottom of the cards to add interest and pattern, possibly even texture as well if you choose to use felt or some other unconventional material!
The Details:
- Journal Card Borders die collection will be available for purchase on June 15th.
- It will retail for $8.
- Journal Card Borders die collection contains a total of 1 die (4 wired shapes). The borders each measure 2-7/8" wide and average around 3/4" tall. The border with the trangular point measures 1-1/4" tall.
Now that I've made all of the formal introductions, let's get onto the projects!
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My first layout is all about celebrating the simple little joys of summer and our first few weeks of enjoying school break!
Our *little girls* and rooster are getting so big! For this card I cropped two photos together to form a 3x4 card to mount onto the 4x6 white cardstock layer. Behind the photo I added a strip of this summer sunshine paper from the Monthly Moments: June Journal Card Pad.
>>>TIP: This particular pattern only covers a 3x4 area in the paper pad. To make it stretch the full 6" I needed for the larger card I cut it in half and allowed the split to be hidden behind the photo.
I die-cut the new Monthly Moments: Tabbed from white cardstock and stamped the main portion with the coordinating image in Terracotta Tile. The words were stamped onto a scrap of white cardstock and trimmed down to a small rectangle. I just LOVE the way this little tab dresses up a photo! So quick and easy and great for breaking up all the straight lines.
One of the things I love about summer is sharing the bounty from our mini farm. Our first basket of goodies was put together for a dear family friend, lots of fresh beets, butterhead lettuce, summer squash and cukes, not to mention fresh eggs from the ladies and homemade strawberry jam.
I accented the photo with a small strip of patterned paper from the Monthly Moments: June paper pad and I die-cut arrow using the Teepee Time dies. I stamped the top of the mini banner with a phrase from Monthly Moments: Tabbed and added my journaling below with a black pen.
This fun polka dot card is one of my absolute favorites from the new pad. It was die-cut with the Monthly Moments: Journal Card 1 die. I was able to add these sleek and simple border to the top using one of the new Journal Card Borders dies in Pure Poppy cardstock.
The Monthly Moments: June die was cut from both Summer Sunrise cardstock and two layers of coaster board. I adhered them all together and stamped the top with the coordinating stamp in Orange Zest. Underneath I added the year using the Polka Dot PArade Numbers in white cardstock.
Hannah & her bestie have enjoyed getting to spend more time together now that school is out. I accented this photo with a few scraps of white cardstock stamped with phrases from Monthly Moments: Tabbed and Monthly Moments: June. Note the little *stars* I stamped on either side of "today". They are included in Monthly Moments: June and I just love 'em! They add the perfect emphasis to words and phrases without being too much. I also added a triple layered Sketched Star die-cut, with all three layers being cut from Pure Poppy cardstock.
This rainbow card from the pad is SO amazing and it added just the right pop of color to my overall layout! And check out that lovely linen texture! Totally swoon worthy!
The boys got to attend a week long lego camp at the school the first week of June and they had an absolute blast! They got to build things and animate them after their creations were wired up to special laptops! Sometimes I wish I could be a kid again just so I could attend things like this! I used the new Monthly Moments: Journal Card 4 die as a base for this. The snapshot label from Simply Framed was stamped in Pure Poppy . Many of the words from Monthly Moments: Tabbed tuck nicely into the labels in this set, like I did here. And yes, there's those little stars again!
>>>TIP: If your photo is too wide to fit where you would like it to, don't be afraid to crop it in half, especially if the important bits happen to be on either end of the photo like it was for me here.
Don't you just love how Heather designed these new journaling cards to have a tab that extends above the pocket? It adds so much visual interest and helps break up the standard grid a bit! I accented the tab by stamping the rounded rectangle from Monthly Moments: Tabbed in Terracotta Tile then layering die-cut Polka Dot Parade Alphabet monograms in Summer Sunrise cardstock. A little arrow from Teepee Time was also added in underneath to help tie in the Spring Rain from the color scheme.
>>>TIP: All lot of the *spaces* we have to fill-up on Monthly Moments pages ae quite small. Monograms are a great way to add a little something without requiring a lot of space.
Our vegetable garden is doing amazing this year thanks to perfect amounts of sunshine and rain. I added a trimmed paper label from the Monthly Moments: June Journal Card Pad to the corner of this garden ohoto. I stamped "We did this" from Monthly Moments: Tabbed in Pure Poppy ink and then added a bit of handwriting in black pen.
>>>TIP: You don't always have to use the full journal card pages as is. Have fun cutting them up and using the bits and pieces on your layouts.
The main journaling card is made from a 4x6 piece of white cardstock. I turned a 3x4 card from the journal card pad sideways and stapled it to the white base. I stamped the adorable "Snapshots of Summer" frame in black at the edge of the card and added the camera to the center.
>>>TIP: This is a great way to adapt 3x4 cards to 4x6 pockets.
The title, from Monthly Moments: June, was stamped at the top of the card in True Black ink...and yes, I added the little stars again. I can't resist! The linen texture of the cards stamps beautifully! My journaling was added underneath in black pen.
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My next double layout celebrates a recent family camping trip we took to Edisto Beach State Park on the coast of South Carolina. We had such a wonderful time and made so many memories, it brought me joy all over again to be able to go through my photos and commemorate this special vacation.
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I always use Instagram a lot when we travel and this particular layout allowed me to use several of those 4" square prints quickly and easily.
These are two of my favorite photos in the left corner. Hannah in front of me as we paddled through the sound on our kayak for two. David and Owen talking man to man and laughing on the beach at sunset, and showing how Owen is growing up and almost the same size as David!
All three boys kayaked together a few times during our trip. Little Ethan had it easy and didn't have to paddle!
I accented the corner of this photo with a label from Simply Framed stamped in Summer Sunrise. I then added "fun in the sun" and the anchor from Monthly Moments: June. This was mounted onto a layer of coaster board for dimension and adhered to the front of the page protector. I added a Button Stacks shape die-cut from one of the papers from the Monthly Moments: June Jounral Card pad.
>>>TIP: If you have a bulkier embellishment, don't be afraid to adhere to the page protector. It helps keep everything more flat and won't warp your photo over time. I like to use Glossy Accents or Scor-tape to adhere things like this in place.
We made yummy s'mores almost every night we were camping, and the kids definitely looked forward to it.
I accented this s'mores closeup with a few bits and pieces from the Monthly Moments: June Journal pad, adding a little handwriting to the mix as well. A stapler helped to hold everything securely in place.
The journaling card next door comes right from the journal card pad as well. For the "Beach" title at the top I die-cut Smooth Alphabet letters from Summer Sunrise cardstock and stamped them with a reverse polka dot strip found in Monthly Moments: June using Orange Zest ink. The sweet little stars from the same set were added underneath the title in a trio stamped in Pure Poppy.
A few more cards from the journal card pad fill the next two pockets. We kayaked out to what the locals call Shell Island one day and had the gorgeous vista to ourselves. I loved watching all three kids exploring the beaches together. The sweet bucket card is another one of my favorites from the pad, it really expresses our sentiments exactly!
I accented the Shell Island photot with a die-cut Circle Scribbles shape in Pure Poppy cardstock. I trimmed a small square of wood veneer to add to its center and stamped it with a tiny sentiment from Simply Framed.
We made homemade peach ice cream one lazy afternoon and all three kids helped to crank our old White Mountain Freezer. These photos were accented with the stamped polka dot arrow from Monthly Moments: June and a Pure Poppy strip stamped with "memories" from Phrase Play #5. I also added another die-cut arrow from the Teepee Time die.
This "wave" patterned card from the Monthly Moments: June Journal Card Pad is STUNNING! And it was the perfect place to add the new Seasonal Stitching: Seashells shape.
I die-cut it from white cardstock and stitched it in place with white embroidery floss. I just love all the detail that Erin incorporated into this! It reminds me so much of the single whole sand dollar we found on the beach during our trip!
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The second page uses a mix of 4x6 and 3x4 pockets, so it was super easy to use more of the Monthly Moments: June Journal Card Pad.
The last day we were there the weather was perfect with a bright blu sky. I couldn't resist snapping this shot of Ethan and Hannah on our last walk to the beach with the palm trees draping overhead. I split the large photo between two pockets for a cool look.
>>>TIP: This is a great way to utilize a 5x7 photo on a page with 4x6 pockets. Just trim your 4x6 white cards to size, cut the photo in half and adhered each half on the appropriate card. The white frame really allows the photo to pop!
On the upper portion of the photo I added a die-cut "Happy" using the new Wet Paint Cuts and white cardstock. The "summer" block was trimmed from a journaling card in this month's journaling pad.
Next to this I added a journaling block and a sweet photo of Ethan "hearing the ocean" inside a seashell he found.
I used Monthly Moments: Tabbed to add this accent to the top corner of the journaling card. I die-cut it from white cardstock, stamped it in Orange Zest and then added the phrase in True Black. The little star, also in Monthly Moments: Tabbed, was added in Pure Poppy.
One of the highlights of the trip for Owen was learning how to skim board. He had a blast practicing and improving the more that he did it.
The side of the photo was accented with a few different bits and pieces. I stamped "noted" (from Simply Framed) in Orange Zest onto Summer Sunrise cardstock and trimmed it out. The "@" from Clip Tips was heat embossed onto Pure Poppy cardstock and punched out. I added anothe rpieces of wood veneer and stamped it with another small sentiment from Simply Framed.
>>>TIP: Don't be afraid to write directly on your photos. It adds a wonderful look and is quick & easy to do!
Ethan cracks us up all the time with his signature "Home Alone" face, which he did here when we were all taking turns cranking the peach ice cream.
Another label from Simply Framed was stamped in Orange Zest ink. A small heart from Monthly Moments: Tabbed accents the handwritten notes I added in black pen. I stapled this in place.
Next to that is more of the gorgeous polka dot paper from the Monthly Moments: June pad. I added another die-cut Circle Scribbles shape in Pure Poppy and accented it with a Button Stack shape.
Now that you have seen a few of my creations, here are some of the amazing things that the team has created! This month we have an extra special treat for you and the entire team in presenting projects with this fantastic collection! Some of them have used it in scrapbooking applications while others have used it to create cards. Enjoy!
Ashley says, "Summertime is here and I've created a 6x8 pocket page spread to kick it off. I've journaled about what my hopes are for this summer and what we have done so far. Inspired by the color combination in June's Monthly Moments journal collection, my pages will allow you to feel the warmth of summer. So, stop by and see all how I'm documenting this summer's activities."
CLICK HERE to see more from Ashley Cannon Newell.
Betsy says, "I just love summery colors and icons. Heather did an amazing job capturing all things summer with the June Monthly Moments collection. I especially love the fresh color combo she used in the journaling pad. Stop on over to check out the quick and easy card I put together using these new June goodies!"
CLICK HERE to see more from Betsy Veldman.
Danielle says, "All of the colors in the Monthly Moments: June Journal Cards and the fun stamps really scream summer! You'll have a blast documenting your summer bucket lists and vacations this month!"
CLICK HERE to see more from Danielle Flanders.
Dawn says, "The great thing about the Monthly Moments product line is that it's not just for pocket scrapbooking! So many of the items work well for cards too! I hope you'll stop by my blog to see how quick and easy it can be to whip up a card using the new June goodies!"
CLICK HERE to see more from Dawn McVey.
Erin says, "I love how several of the Monthly Moments: June Journaling Cards have card appropriate "sentiments" that can be used on other papercrafting projects. They also happen to be the perfect size for the Boutique Accessories die! Stop by and check out what I have put together today."
CLICK HERE to see more from Erin Lincoln.
Heather says, "Summer days are for making bucket lists, enjoying the sunshine, and spending lazy days at the beach. June has just started, but we are doing pretty good at taking advantage of what summer has in store for us so far. Taking the time to document what's going on around us and getting pictures printed and into albums is going to let us look back and remember it all. This month, Monthly Moments: June includes a bright and fresh palette that will coordinate with all of your summer fun!"
CLICK HERE to see more from Heather Nichols.
Laura says, "I really fell in love the cheery color palette of the June Monthly Moments collection. The Journal Card pad coordinates so well with the stamps & dies. Putting together quick and simple cards was as easy as a sweet summer breeze."
CLICK HERE to see more from Laura Bassen.
Laurie says, "The Monthly Moments line has me completely inspired to start scrapbooking again, but in the mean time, I have used this month's paper pack to make a couple cards. Come see how these scrapbook supplies can be great for card making too!"
CLICK HERE to see more from Laurie Willison.
Maile says, "June is a time for fun in the sun! My focus for today is exactly that. A super simple sunny card perfect for the little sunshine in your life. Stop by and take a quick look!"
CLICK HERE to see more from Maile Belles.
Melissa says, "Oh, the lazy days of summer are here and filled with so many wonderful memories waiting to be had. I’ve reflected back on memories created when my little one was a few years younger and have so enjoyed the opportunity to celebrate and record these sweet and simple moments with her."
CLICK HERE to see more from Melissa Phillips.
I hope you have enjoyed all these amazing creations that both the team and I have shared with you today! Which products are you excited to play with yourself? Will you use them for pocket scrapbooking or for card making? We would love to hear your initial thoughts on everything we introduced! Please leave a comment on this post to tell us what you think of the new products and you will be eligible to win big!
$75 Papertrey Ink Gift Certificate
to spend however you choose!
You have until 7am EST, June 13th to leave your comment and be eligible to win. Only one comment per person please. One randomly selected winner will be announced on our June Release Winners Page before noon EST the same day. Thank you for stopping by today and best of luck with the contest!
CLICK HERE to see more from Lizzie Jones.
JUNE 2014 LAYOUT
- STAMPS: Monthly Moments: June, Monthly Moments: Tabbed (available June 15th) Simply Framed
- INK: Summer Sunrise, Orange Zest, Terracotta Tile, Pure Poppy, True Black
- PAPER: Pure Poppy, Summer Sunrise, Stamper's Select White, Monthly Moments: June Journal Pad
- OTHER: Monthly Moments: June die, Monthly Moments: Tabbed die, Journal Card Borders die (available June 15th) Teepee Time die, Sketched Stars die, Polka Dot Parade Alphabet dies, Polka Dot Parade Numbers dies, Monthly Moments: Journal Card 1 die, black pen, stapler
- FINISHED SIZE: 12" x 12"
EDISTO BEACH DOUBLE LAYOUT
- STAMPS: Monthly Moments: June, Monthly Moments: Tabbed, Phrase Play #5 (available June 15th) Simply Framed, Clip Tips
- INK: VersaMark, Summer Sunrise, Orange Zest, Pure Poppy, True Black
- PAPER: Summer Sunrise, Pure Poppy, Stamper's Select White
- OTHER: Monthly Moments: Tabbed die, Wet Paint Cuts die, Seasonal Stitching, Seashells die (availabale June 15th), Circle Scribbles dies, Button Stacks die, Teepee Time die, Smooth Alphabet dies, white crochet thread, White Filigree Embossing owder, black pen, stapler, wood veneer
- FINISHED SIZE: double 12" x 12"
