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Paper Pull-Aparts: Michele Gerbrandt (Dallas) From "Special Presentation" episode CRP-S

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Pull-aparts are used to create a grassy texture -- the perfect complement to this outdoorsy pet photo. Figure A Figure B Figure C

Paper "pull-aparts" can create visual interest and jazz up any scrapbooking presentation. Here, Michele Gerbrandt demonstrates a method that uses space to add texture and design.

Materials:

12" x 12" solid background page
8-1/2" x 11" sheet of patterned paper
12" x 12" sheet of solid cardstock in coordinating color
Pen
Scissors
Adhesive
Foam dots

1. On the back of the patterned paper, draw wavy lines in any design you choose. Tip: Number or letter sections to easily keep track of the design order.

2. Cut strips apart along the wavy lines (figure A). Arrange cut strips in order on the background page. Pull strips slightly apart across the page so that background paper shows through the spaces.

3. Rearrange strips as needed for the most attractive design (figure B).

4. Cut a mat for your photo from the coordinating cardstock (figure C).

5. Place mat in center of page over the patterned strips (this will allow you to rearrange the strips again so they don't interfere with the matted photo). Once you have arranged strips as desired, remove the mat and set aside.

6. Use adhesive to adhere strips to background page. Use foam dots to add dimension by elevating some of the strips from the page or over the matted photo area.

7. Add title and matted photo. For added effect, cut wavy lines in the letters used for the title, then pull the letters slightly apart.

RESOURCES :

Memory Makers Magazine
Memory Makers Magazine
Website: www.memorymakersmagazine.com