What is it? Color blocking is a technique that has been around for quite some time. It involves placing photos, paper and embellishments (if desired) in a geometric order. The order in which you do it is entirely up to you. That is why I think this technique has an appeal to every level of scrapper. From beginners to intermediate and on up to advanced, we can all find our place and produce an eye-appealing layout.



This is one of my favorite techniques because I can get pages done quickly and you have the freedom to do anything you want, which makes it so versatile. It is also my secret to getting the creative juices flowing again after a case of scrapper's block. I love to do color blocking layouts when I have tons of photos for an event or just one special photo. There are even fun easy-to-use templates by Deluxe Cuts and some of the patterned papers by SEI that make color blocking even easier. Let's get those pages done in a matter of minutes instead of hours.



To start off, pick out the pictures you are going to use. Then choose your colors. I usually pick colors that compliment my pictures. You can make your background from patterned paper, cardstock or do both. I like to go through my scrap paper stash first. Then using simple rectangles and squares, lay them down on a solid piece of cardstock and adhere with your favorite adhesive. Decide whether you want to crop your pictures and also if you want to mat your pictures. Really it is all up to you. Then add embellishments and journaling if you like. VIOLA!! Layout completed.



If this is your first time trying this technique, start off simple adding more little by little for more interest and texture. So the next time you get scrappers block or are starting to feel a little overwhelmed by the ever-growing stack of photos grab some paper and start color blocking. Happy Scrapping! *Ü*