‘tis the season for shortcuts!

One of the best ways to jump start a layout is to begin with a sketch or a template.  Take a look at this gorgeous page by Kim Buzan called “Sisters”:

Now check out this totally fun page by Terri Davenport called “cocoa”:

Both layouts began at the same starting point; a sketch by Becky Higgins of Creating Keepsakes magazine.  Come check out this week’s challenge at the IdeaBooks4u blog to see the sketch.  We’re showcasing Becky Higgins’ new book, Best of Becky Higgins Sketches for Scrapbooking.  We hope you’ll play along.  If you do, we’d love to see your layout posted on the IdeaBooks4u Inspiration Gallery at Designer Digitals.  Have fun with this!