Hi Everyone,

Well at last I am back. I am sure most of you thought I had let the planet but in actually fact I just moved house. Admittedly, it was into a brand new house which still needed quite a bit of energy to get finished. Things are still not completely done, but then is a house really ever finished.

The first kit for this year is called DARE TO DREAM. It is most suited to school portraits and class photos (I'm sure most of you have some packed in a drawer somewhere), although I don't feel that it is restricted to that. The double page layout features colours that most school photos would be suited to and I have included some distressing techniques to bring a more informal appearance to the layout.

Some of the distressing techniques include crumpling, folding and inking

I also made use of staples to follow through on the school theme as well as the distressed look. This is optional though

I have included an envelope as part of the layout to store reports or memorabilia pertaining to that particular year Contact me via e-mail (melodyk@mweb.co.za) or sms should you wish to order a kit.

Hi there everyone,

Can you believe that it is the middle of November already! This certainly has been a year that has flown by.

My new kit is called "SO HAPPY TOGETHER". It is a lovely fresh cool coloured layout that accomadates 3 horizontal photos. As the title implies it is themed around "together". I made use of sepia photos but you are not restricted to that. The background colour of the layout is white, although the photo doesn't reflect that very well.

There are 2 main techniques on the layout. The first one is the rosette flowers, which I have done in a kit previously, but have since discovered an easier and more effective way of doing. Once you know how to do these flowers you can use them on other layouts and even greeting cards too.

The second technique involves creating paper tubes from patterned paper. These are packed tighly together to form an interesting accent.

Should you wish to order a kit, please contact me via e-mail (melodyk@mweb.co.za) or phone

Hi everyone,

It has been a bit longer than usual since my last kit! I guess life is just busy!!!

My new kit is called PARADISE FOUND and themed around a beach day or holiday. The beautiful grey blue papers emphasize the relaxed feel of the layout and would suit colour and black and white photos. The layout can accomodate 5 photos.

The use of net on the layout further enhances the beach or seaside feel.

I have included carbon paper in the kit to allow you to transfer the word FOUND onto the page. The script font also adds to the relaxed feel of the layout.

Please let me know by e-mail (melodyk@mweb.co.za) or phone should you want to order a kit.

Hi everyone,

My newest kit is definitely for the girls! It is a very feminine layout that will suit both young and older girls. The layout is called "SHE LOVES TO...". The colouring is pinks and greys and black and white photos work perfectly. The layout allows for 6 photos, 5 of which are small squares.

The main technique used on the layout is paper curling. I have made a curled fringe along the bottom of the photo mounts as well as accent pieces on the blocks.

I have also made use of a masking technique to create one of the blocks on the right page as well as to add words to the title.
In the kit I have included other printed words such as Dream, Smile, Play etc, to complete the title.

Please contact me via e-mail (melodyk@mweb.co.za) or phone should you wish to order a kit.

Hi all,
Well, spring is definitely in the air and I am sure you are all feeling the energy and motivation creep back into your body....such a good feeling!

My new kit is dedicated to all the Dads around. I haven't done anything for Dad in a long time so it is defintely due. The kit allows for 4 photos and makes use of masculine blues and greens. It is simply called DAD.

The kit involves using a bleaching technique which some of you may have done with me before, but if not it is fairly simple. You just must take care to protect your clothing and work area before beginning with the bleach. Normal household bleach is used so it is not necessary to get anything special to create it. All you will need is an atomizer bottle or an old toothbrush.

Some Orange colour has been splashed here and there to add some brightness and emphasis.

Please let me know if you are interested in ordering. (melodyk@mweb.co.za)

Hi everyone,

This months new kit is called LAUGHTER and the title pretty much explains the theme. It is a double page layout featuring a beautiful double sided bracket die-cut. The layout will be suited to some fun photos in either colour or sepia.



Some techniques include creating a pleated accent strip.


Also added interest is created by punching eyelet holes and lining them with colour.

The title is emphasize by it's bold colour and some pen work edging.

Should you be interested in ordering a kit please contact me via email (melodyk@mweb.co.za) or sms. xxx

.....And I made it.....a second kit for the month of July. That is a accomplishment which I have been struggling to achieve in the last while, so here it is.

The kit is called WINTER DREAMS. The layout consisits of beautiful icy coloured papers that will be just right for the wintery photos you have. Although I have used portrait photos, any winter fun photos will work.

Included are some beautiful Glitter chipboard scrolls to emphasize the icy feel.

A bry brush paint technique also carries the theme through and helps to highight the printed wording.

Should you interested in ordering this kit please let me know via e-mail (melodyk@mweb.co.za) or sms.