Step It Up!

Bo Bunny has a new feature called Step it up! We have had several requests for simple layouts so we decided to take it a step further and give you a simple layout and then add a few extra steps to show you how you can take your layout to the next level!

This was a pretty difficult challenge for me considering I normally plan out my entire layout before even thinking about getting anything glued down.  In any regard, here is my 'simple' version or First Step.  To me, it looks quite plain - but the overall composition of the project has at least been established and for me, that's always the hardest part.

Stepped up to my Second Step I added a few extra layers like the brown background layer and extra lace layer around my main crochet doily as well as some more of the script paper with torn edges which adds a bit more texture. You'll also see some more small doilies and other smaller embellishments/layers like the butterflies.

Step it up to my Final Step - my 'Pimped Up Version' I like to call it - LOL!! Pretty much add in as many layers as you can - the more the merrier! With this final step, I've also added in some faux stitching, distressed and inked the edges of my papers, added flowers, bling, chipboard, stickers and more butterflies. To some, this looks a little too 'busy' but to me, the other versions simply look unfinished (I have real issues with 'white' space...)

The gorgeous crystal bling is from ZVA Creative and although is a little hard to see in my photos, stands out wonderfully in real life.  Here I've featured their picket fence and lamp post.

Thank you so much for your visit today!! I'll be back again tomorrow with a Graphic 45 Project to share with you all right from the Summer CHA Show!

Bo Bunny Supplies:
Patterned Paper: Elegance, Romance, Cameo, Unwritten and Fairest/Gabrielle
Noteworthy: Gabrielle
Layered Chipboard Stickers: Gabrielle
Combo Stickers: Gabrielle

ZVA Supplies:
3D Bulk Flowers in White and taupe (various sizes)
Self Adhesive Crystals - CRS04CA105
Self Adhesive Crystals - CRS04CA101
Leaves - FL04CA112
Adhesive Dots - AD01CB101