Once I knew I would be heading out to NYC and then Ranger U I immediately started thinking about how to capture every moment. I knew that space in my luggage would be extremely limited so taking a load of art journaling supplies was out of the question, and I didn't have time to prepare a load of journal backgrounds before I went away. I'm not really much of a scrapbooker (I'm far too messy LOL!) but then I stumbled upon Smash Journals. Not sure where I've been hiding these last few months but seems like these have been big for a while!
I love the concept of Smash ... not as arty or painterly as an art journal but not as neat as a scrapbook, and on this occasion it suited my needs completely. It reminded me very much of my first school trip to France when I was about 13 and we had to make a scrapbook ... I saved every receipt, every sweet wrapper .... not a lot has changed LOL!
"Now you have a place for the moments and musings that stick.
For all the things that matter and for all the things that don't.
For all the stuff that's too good to forget.
For any reason and FOR NO REASON AT ALL.
Because you like it and that's reason enough."
I got myself one of these to go with it ... it's a Fujifilm Instax camera - like an updated version of a Polaroid, which satisfied my need for immediacy in my journal.
So, without further ado, here's a few pages from my Smash book:
I drew rabbit boy on the plane as we were going through some turbulence so he's got a few wonky lines!! The paper I drew him on came from *here*
A while ago I made a couple of ATCs for a Stampotique challenge and offered them up for trade here. Thanks so much to everyone who offered to trade with me :-) I used Random.org to select two people to trade with and my ATCs will be heading off to Michelle@the hobby room, and Renee@Scissortail songs.
Byee for now ..............
Awesome pages Kate... I have never used a smash journal before... but they are just perfect for this kind of trip... and how fabulous is your camera...
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Jenny x
Awesome!! I have a Smash Journal but haven't played in it yet! Yours looks fabulous-- what a great trip reminder, Kate. That camera...ooh! I have to check it out. Never heard of it before!
ReplyDeleteI keep seeing SMASH stuff about the place and just walk past but ...... I might have to revisit my opinion having seen what you have done. Love your autoggraph, you lucky thing!!
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oh..love that little camera! how cool is that!
ReplyDeleteHey love your Smash Journal I've been wanting one for quite a while now and after seeing yours I think is awesome. Love the camera though, I wonder where I can get one like that. Thanks for sharing :)
ReplyDeleteI'm so made up about the ATC trade Kate, makes me wanna sqeeeeeel!
ReplyDeleteThose little camera's have come a long way since the bulky, blinding, smelly things we used to have in the 80s. I think I still have retina damage from those flashes. They're a great idea for instant scrapbooking though. I might have to invest, I also quite like the retro look of the pics too. I adore your two painted drawings and the washi tape just sets them off perfectly. What a wild ride you and Kaz had. Michelle x
Smashing!!! :)
ReplyDeleteI've never purchased a SMASH book myself, but it seems the excelent book to illustrate trips like yours... great pages!
ReplyDeleteFabby book Kate. Great to see your doodlings in there.. enjoy your camera it looks a smasher :-)
ReplyDeleteAwesome, awesome, AWESOME!!!!
ReplyDeletetotally brill idea and your's looks great Kate. I have a Fuji Instax ~ i love the instant-ness of them!
ReplyDeleteWhat a really great way to journal and keep mementoes of your trip Kate!! I think if I go somewhere and want a take-along it'll be a Smash book too-I didn't realize they had a bunch of different styles until I looked today at AC Moore. Of course I'd have to get one of those cameras too :):)
ReplyDeleteOooh I likey... I likey a lot! Looks like you've captured some great memories Kate :D
ReplyDeleteOh, and that camera is right snazzy - I want one!
Looks fabulous kate, full of memories!! I spied THAT yellow bus ticket!! (Hands on hips!!tsk tsk!!) LOL!! and Im loving the brown owl picture!! NOT!! hee hee xx
ReplyDeleteI started a journal before I went to NJ and Ranger U - came home with it empty - and it still only has about 3 pages completed - and that was in 2008!!!!! so well done you xx
ReplyDeleteps Kate - love that little camera - have made a note of the name as I never know what to ask the family for for my birthday so thanks for that xx
ReplyDeleteit's fab Kate - wanted to read every page - just love the idea and the adventure you had even more ;o)
ReplyDeleteYour book looks really great !!
ReplyDeleteOooh, wonderful journal!!! I've heard of Smash books, but really paid an attention, something I think will have to change. :) Love the camera too, it's perfect for journalling on the go.
ReplyDeleteLooks great! And it's done... how cool is that? I went ahead and bought that camera, btw... you deserve a commission!
ReplyDeletewow, I didn't know about Smash Journal until you mentioned it, so I had to go check out the concept.....also, I had no idea about the camera...how clever you are. What a fun time you had, it's great that you had this opportunity to save so many memories that way.
ReplyDeleteLove it...Simply 'smashing'. Thanx for sharing. :)
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I love your smash journal, it's fab. I have a fuji instant camera too ... my chrissy present from hubby. We did a big roadtrip and the instant photos are a must!
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