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Patterned Paper Possibilities
by Danielle Layton
(Nov 18, 2004)
Here are some tips I've found to be helpful to regain control of and at the same time actually make use of your patterned paper collection. Support the Theme. If you are working with nature photos, try using a floral- or botanical-themed paper. Combining competing themes, such as using a flowered pattern on a baseball-themed page, can create a conflicting message. Example: The Fourth of July by Amber Crosby Use Sparingly. A little patterned paper goes along way. A small border of bright color can be just what a layout needs to take it from fine to fabulous. Too much patterned paper can overwhelm the photos, dominate the theme, and supersede the journaling. Example: Joe's Second Birthday by Jennifer Miller Be Aware of Proportions. The larger and bolder the pattern of the paper, the larger and more eye-catching your photo should be in order for them to harmoniously coexist. Thus, the smaller and more subtle the pattern is, the smaller the photos can be and still retain their focal-point status. You can apply this same principle to the size of the subject within the photograph. For instance, a close-up photo could be used effectively with a large pattern, even though the photo is a 4" x 6". Example: A Giving Heart by Andrea Hautala Substitute for Solids. Where you would typically use a solid-colored cardstock, instead reach for a pattern. Patterned paper with a subtle, textured background can be just what you need to add some zest to an otherwise typical journaling block or photo mat. Example: Fifteen Minutes by Loriann Dale Wrap Patterns with a Border. Create borders around patterned paper with ribbons or fibers. The interruption gives the eye a place to rest before moving on to photos, embellishments, or other patterned paper. Example: The Blues by Kenna Ewing Distress. Tear, sand or ink around the edges of patterned papers to create a softer edge to the pattern. If a pattern is too bright, simply paint over the entire paper with a small amount of watered-down paint in a light color. It will slightly mute the pattern and lend character. Example: Beach Bum by Jenny Benge Get Geometric. Blocks of patterned paper are reminiscent of modern art. Layering strips, circles, rectangles or even triangles of patterned paper create interesting dimension to the background of a page. Example: Lazy Days of Summer by Amy Stultz Still having trouble picking out patterned paper for your layout?
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