Map It Out
When you think of maps you usually think of directions. It is no wonder why maps are a great tool for scrap booking and card making. They are especially helpful if you have plans to go to a crop or you don’t have as much time as you would like to scrap. When you already have maps to follow you can pack the tools and embellishments you need ahead of time. You are also more likely to knock more pages out at a crop with maps. Anyone who knows me knows that I am a doodler. It is hard for me to just sit and listen. So many times you will see me writing or drawing during a class or a study or while waiting for an appointment. Don’t think that means I am not listening usually I am listening better then I would if I was just sitting there because my mind isn’t wandering. It is during these times I have learned to carry a notebook and pen with me. That way I can sketch some maps for my paper arts. It is also helpful because if I have an inspiration hit me I can draw it out right away. Otherwise I might forget a fab idea. Here are a few examples of some maps I did during a MOMS group. You can find map places online. Many of the paper arts magazines seem to be adding maps too. Remember maps aren’t just for scrap booking. You can use maps for cards, ATC’s, altered art projects and anything else you can think of. Please give credit to the artist whose maps you use. 
November 6th, 2007 at 6:06 am
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