how do i scrapbook on patterned paper w/ a large background image?
I loved patterned paper pads, especially ones that have beautiful designs. But all the scrapbooks layouts I see always combine pieces of 2-3 backgrounds (usually small patterns like dots and stripes) which would destroy the large images on many of the papers I have. Just smacking a couple of photos down in the empty spaces doesn’t look great. I can’t find any examples of pages done on these beautiful papers. Are there any links or suggestions on creative ways to use these papers? An example of one I’m currently working with: google “reindeer in air” by “little yellow bicycle” or go to http://www.mylyb.com/25_days_of_christmas to see one of my papers. Cut some photo mattes just a little larger than your photos or you can get 6 out of a 12 x 12 solid paper and trim your 4 x 6 photos 1/4 inch on 2 sides so they will fit with 1/8 border. If you like the design and want to preserve it, just put one or two photo mattes on the patterned paper in the areas where the pattern may be less intense
