Monday Mini's - "LOVE THIS"

This layout beautifully captures grandkiddies (siblings moment). Layla is sitting  on a picnic blanket, holding her sister Remi, who’s clutching a yellow toy and looking adorably serious. The backyard setting, with green grass and sunshine, captures a perfect summer day.

Photo Focus:

In this mini, I used one photo as the centerpiece. It’s printed with the white photo border and  I used this to look like a photo matt.

Colour Palette:

I went through my stash and found some neutral embellishments which  I thought would work well with the photo, and focused my choices on the peach and blue in the picnic blanket. 

I also chose a coral red base to start this mini.  I also chose some wavy blue and some soft peach and yellow papers. These colours bring warmth and tie in beautifully with Remi’s yellow toy. 

Finally, I thought it would be nice to add a touch of greenery to highlight the green grass in the photo and also some touches of white to ground the brighter tones and let the photo shine.

Embellishments

Diecut Title - “I often use little leftover die-cuts, and the little  'Love This" die cut works as a little title. 

“Hello” Vertical Accent - On the left side, bringing balance to the left, and I tucked it under paper.  

Floral Embellishments  - Soft vellum-like flowers with yellow centers + leaf clusters.

Birdhouse Cluster (bottom right) - With a sweet bird, yellow flower bunch, and house cut-out.

Scalloped Circle Edge - Peeking out from behind the photo, adding a playful softness.

Date Stamp – “11 Nov 2023” with the days of the week underneath (Saturday circled), adding that vintage-diary feel.

Journalling Touches:

Several small typed word strips are on the left hand side of the photo. I often type my journalling and cut it into strips. As generally, speaking, I don't like  my hand writing. 

I hope you like this weeks Monday Mini, find out more about Monday Mini's here. 

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