Doodlebug Patriotic Picnic Layout & Washi Tape Organizer

Hi there!  I'm popping in today with a couple projects using Doodlebug's happy new Patriotic Picnic collection.

For my first project, I couldn't wait to make a layout using these photos which I knew would be a perfect match for the darling heart with the flag print found on the 4th of july double-sided cardstock!

To create my layout I used a sketch from the upcoming Summer issue of Scrapbook & Cards Today which called for 4 photos.  I decided to steal one of the spots reserved for a photo and turn it into an embellishment opportunity, creating a little scene with some stickers from the collection (and one teddy bear sticker from last year's collection).

I created my title block mixing Doodlebug's newest Skinny Cardstock Stickers with my old favorite Love Letters stickers.  Together they were a perfect fit for the space I had to work with.

While I had these yummy papers out I couldn't resist using them on a home decor project that's been on my "to do" list for a couple months now.  I purchased two of the Kaisercraft Beyond The Page 3-drawer Storage Units for my craft room to store all of my washi tapes and I knew the Patriotic Picnic papers would be a great compliment to my space.

I love how well these units stack to save on space!  I'm a bit embarrassed to admit I've nearly filled them, but I did make sure to get units that would be large enough to allow for a bit of growth.

I used Sizzix dies to cut bookplate labels from both my paper and chipboard and created custom drawer pulls by stacking Doodlebug buttons with flat white buttons below which I mounted with E6000 adhesive.  I embellished the top of each drawer using Doodlebug's Fancy Frills stickers.

Here's a peek at two of my drawers sorted by color.  Can you tell which two colors are my favorite?  I think it might be time for me to remind myself to "just say no" the next time I'm at the store.  ;)

Here's another look at two of my favorite drawers sorted with Doodlebug's yummy array of novelty washi tapes.  I love how each drawer will hold at least 36 standard rolls which adds up to space to hold over 108 rolls per unit!

I can't tell you how excited I am to finally have all my tapes together in one spot and easily accessible.  No more fishing them out from the bottom of a jar.  Thanks so much for stopping by.  I hope my projects have inspired you in your own crafty endeavors!  :)

Supplies used (available at Simon Says Stamp)

• Doodlebug RED WHITE & BLUE STAR Assorted Jewels
• Doodlebug RED WHITE BLUE STARS SPRINKLES

Supplies used (available at Scrapbook.com)

• Doodlebug Design - Patriotic Picnic Collection - 12 x 12 Paper Pack
• Doodlebug Design - Patriotic Picnic Collection - 12 x 12 Paper - Patriotic Parade
• Doodlebug Design - Patriotic Picnic Collection - 12 x 12 Paper - Land that I Love
• Doodlebug Design - Patriotic Picnic Collection - 12 x 12 Paper - Colors of Courage
• Doodlebug Design - Patriotic Picnic Collection - 12 x 12 Paper - 4th of July
• Doodlebug Design - Patriotic Parade Collection - 12 x 12 Paper - Proud Plaid
• Doodlebug Design - Patriotic Picnic Collection - Cardstock Stickers - Fancy Frills
• Doodlebug Design - Patriotic Picnic Collection - Cardstock Stickers - Icons
• Doodlebug Design - Patriotic Picnic Collection - Doodle-Pops - Little Red Wagon
• Doodlebug Designs - Cardstock Stickers - Skinny Alphabet - Blue Jean
• Doodlebug Designs - Cardstock Stickers - Skinny Alphabet - Lily White

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