make a big impact: Saturday Scraplift No.242

I have to admit that this week’s inspiration page, by the very talented Maria (aka ExoGonia) literally took my breath away:

Maria is creating a “Book of Wisdom” inspired by last year’s amazing project by Carollee, and each page is lovely. But this one is really something special.

A photo as meaningful as this shines on a page like this. I love that Maria didn’t try to crop it or “tidy it up” -  the way the photo is composed seems to add so much to it. The choice of vintage elements and the vintage book background also work so perfectly with it, with a “handmade with love” feel.

Here’s how Maria’s Greek honeymoon inspired Sam in South Africa and iUma in the USA:

Credits: layout by Sam, Stamped Sentiments brushes and stamps No.06, Readymade Journalers Spring No.01, Vintage Charm Paper, Watery Bookshelf Dots and Loosely Labeled Numbers (coming soon) by Katie Pertiet.

Credits: layout by iUma, Recycled Love paperpack, Book of Memories Layered Memories No.01 and No.05, Bead Scatterings No.01 and No.03, Destination Afar paperpack by Katie Pertiet.