Fandango Challenge Beginning 8/16

[Debb Cozzi]

We all know that doodles are a large part of the freestyle look. So tonight we are going to focus on doodles.

BUT.....we don't want to just doodle for doodles sake!! With this week's challenge we want you to come up with a freestyle layout that uses doodles for a specific design reason in your layout.

You might wonder what design purpose a doodle can serve. Well....here are just a few ideas (I'll bet you will be able to come up with more!)

1. Doodles can enhance a theme....if you are doing a garden theme and have flower doodles it enhances your theme.
example:
http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=106084&cat=500&ppuser=1383

2. Doodles can enhance or draw the eye to your focal point
example: http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123253&cat=994

3. Doodles can 'ground' an element
example: http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123289&cat=994

4. Doodles can 'frame' an element
example:http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123390&cat=994

4. Doodles can 'ground' a layout
example:
http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=107874&cat=500&ppuser=1383

5. Doodles can provide balance to an open space layout
example:
http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=104875&cat=500&ppuser=1383

These are just a few of the ways that you can use doodles in your layouts. So have fun, play around with those doodles and then when you post it let us know the design purpose your doodles fulfill. To receive the posting bonus, be sure and use one of Suzanne's products in your layout.

All right everyone.........

Let's FANDANGO!!!!!!

[fabfive]

Here's one for me. I used Suzannes posting bonus to Frame these pictures. I couldn't find item # to link it, as soon as it goes into the store I will put it in.

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123598&cat=2943

[mariafer]

So I couldn't make it to the chat... 8pm my time is an impossible time at my house... kids going to bed, etc.... Anyway I get the challenge except for

3. Doodles can 'ground' an element
example: http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123289&cat=994

Can someone explain what this means? or maybe give me another example to add to this one... By the way Debb your layouts are all amazing! and such great examples for those of us that are new at this freestyle thing...

[the3chickens]

Too tied at work just now to make the chat :( I just wanted to reconfirm that there's no specific assigned kit to use for this challenge and any of Suz's products will qualify?

[Tara]

Yippe! Yippeeee! [Tara jumps up and down with glee!] I actually finished a layout for this challenge! And not at the last minute either! This no-rules freestyle thing is quite new for me so all CC is GREATLY appreciated.

Freestyle Cousins (http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123614&limit=recent)

Oh yeah - I guess the frames ground the layout (?) and the doodles/frames frame the picture (?) Not so sure about that!

[Debb Cozzi]

So I couldn't make it to the chat... 8pm my time is an impossible time at my house... kids going to bed, etc.... Anyway I get the challenge except for



Can someone explain what this means? or maybe give me another example to add to this one... By the way Debb your layouts are all amazing! and such great examples for those of us that are new at this freestyle thing...

Perhaps 'ground' isn't the best word to use. The idea I was trying to illustrate with this layout is that doodles can help unite different elements on a page so that there is a visual relationship between the elements. In the case of this example the arrow doodles are the bottom layer of this layout and because they run from the bottom part of the layout (where the title starts) to the middle of the photo (where the first arrow comes out) and then to the top of the photo (where the top arrow comes out) the doodles serve to connect/unite/ground the title to the rest of the layout. Does that make sense? Sorry for the confusion. Each of the examples listed are just some of the ways doodles can serve to advance the design of your layout. But it is no means an exhausitive list and you are not limited to those examples. If you can come up with other ways you can use a doodle to contribute to your design I would encourage you to use it and share it with the rest of us so that we can all grow in our understanding.

Thank you so much Mariafer both for the kinds words regarding my layouts and for also helping me to be more clear in my explanation of things. (At least I HOPE I'm being more clear!! ;) :eek: :D )

[Debb Cozzi]

Too tied at work just now to make the chat :( I just wanted to reconfirm that there's no specific assigned kit to use for this challenge and any of Suz's products will qualify?

There is no specific kit to qulifiy for this week's challenge....just so long as you use one of Suzanne's wonderful products.

[isshinryu_mom]

I was sorry to miss the chat last night... I popped in right as you all were leaving in... boo-hoo! Here's my layout for the challenge, Soar (http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123607&page=0),
which is doing double duty for Rene Bross' Where The Boys Are Challenge (http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/forum/showthread.php?t=16424).
I used Suzanne's arrow doodle to enhance the soaring theme and to connect the photo and the title. I also used one of her heart doodles on the background to fill in space and add a little visual interest to the open space.
CC welcome.

[sammdc]

sounds like a great idea I love doodles and is good to have a challenge to use them in a productive organised way

[isshinryu_mom]

I did another and put it in the Fandango gallery...
http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123664&cat=2943

I used a frame from Suzanne's Kid Doodles pack combined with a doodle from her Sweetheart package. I thought the doodle looked like winter wind reenforcing the feel of the page.

Great challenge... it's hard to resist the urge to stick doodles everywhere 'cause they're so fun!! A great "fandango" lesson.

[tinksmom]

Ok here is my first humble attempt. I did this lo for fun yesterday but I think it fits this challenge.

I used the arrow on the photo to show my dd. Since the photo is pretty far away. I also used doodles around the the title and journaling to help them stand out. With all the busy dots I thought it got lost a bit and this helped.
Let me know what you think.
http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123680&nocache=1

[Tina]

Debb suggested I link this in the fandango... tho the only doodles i have on it are the circles on the dates?

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123668


Debb, am I linking in the wrong place? If so, sorry1

[Debb Cozzi]

Debb suggested I link this in the fandango... tho the only doodles i have on it are the circles on the dates?

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123668


Debb, am I linking in the wrong place? If so, sorry1

Tina, I was thinking more in the general fandango forum, but regardless of where you place it I really wanted people to see this layout because it is such a terrific example of a freestyle layout. AND...while your calendar word art isn't a 'doodle' in the classic sense of the word you did add those little hand-drawn circles. This just goes to show that doodles don't have to be over the top to be really effective!! ;) Thank you for sharing your wonderful talent with us my friend!!

[mariafer]

Ok here is my try at doodles.. hope I got it... I didn't add any other elements so oh well but I wanted to keep it simple. If you have any cc or ideas let me know... It is in the Renes boys challenge gallery since last week I put it in this gallery. Should I post it two times or is this ok?

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123692&cat=3061

[paulaoneil]

Okay here's my first attempt at Doodling with a Design plan in mind. It's in the Backpacking with Lisa Carter Gallery because I used her In the "Hood" Backpack and it's wonderful colors of textured paper for the background. I used Suzanne's Edges 6 (again -love it!) to frame the photo and also to unite all the elements; white space, word art, mat and photo. I used a lot more but pulled back and left it like this. I think I need to do another one for practice - and FUN!

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123724&cat=500&ppuser=11546

Ooops wrong url - it's fixed now thanks to isshinryu mom! Thanks Ann!

[cybergram]

Thanks for a great informative chat last night Debb & Suzanne, learned lots now just have to apply the knowledge. Debb suggested I link this layout I did for Lisa Carter's Backpack challenge:
http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123689&nocache=1

I will be doing more layouts for Fandango, just love this new way of showing off my family & friends!!

[JamieStillwagon]

here's my first one for this challenge......after loading, I think I may have a couple of things I might tweak.....not sure.......

I used doodles to enhance and draw the eyes to my focal point. One also serves as my title

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123752&cat=2943

[amyeileen]

OK ok, here is my go at things.....I used doodles to frame the photo, and as a little extra decoration.
http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123756&cat=2943

[evergreen100]

Here's is my attempt at this week's challenge. I used the arrow doodle to refer the viewer to the list of "likes". At least that's what I think I did anyway:D. Any constructive comments are welcomed. http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123860&cat=2943

[JamieStillwagon]

here's another from me........I find that I most often use my doodles to ground my focal point.....so I tried to branch out a little (very little) LOL....

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123876&cat=2943

[tinksmom]

Here is another attempt from me. I used my doodle in this one to tie the cubes and pictures together and make the lo flow.

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123886&nocache=1

[Hattitudes]

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123899&cat=2959

Here another freestyle vacation layout using the doodles to draw attention to the wordart, it also mimics the swirly overlay by Mary Salliek.

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123882&cat=2943
The element doodles by Meryl Bartho are used to anchor the photos and add some movement.

[alamodedesigns]

Deb, I was late getting to the chat and you said you would post links to Suzanne's kits to use for the challenge in addition to the summary. Thanks.

[ScrapMel]

Here is mine - Ducks (http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123941&cat=2943)

I used the frame doodle to frame the photo and the arrow/bracket doodle to point the way to the focal point of the layout - the photo. Is that designer-y enough kind of talk???? LOL, this is fun!:D

[flrebareba]

Ok here is one with edges # 7 I think and lots more. any and all cc is welcome

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123981&cat=500&ppuser=39480

this one is with the arrow and train

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=124102&cat=500&ppuser=39480

[Debb Cozzi]

Deb, I was late getting to the chat and you said you would post links to Suzanne's kits to use for the challenge in addition to the summary. Thanks.

You can use ANY of Suzanne's kits for this challenge. Just go to the store and search by her name.

[sammdc]

ok not sure this fits the bill but here is mine for this week http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123991&cat=2943

[inababes]

I didn't create this specifically for the challenge, but there are doodles in there somewhere. LOL. This is very "freestyle" for me, is it too cluttered? I have no idea what I was thinking while I was making this -- I don't think I was thinking! Just creating. :D

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=124057

I'm thinking the doodles tend to ground the layout, either that or draw the eye to the focal point? I'm not sure there even is a focal point! LOL

[vanillalatte]

OK, I really tried to think about the rules as I doodled, but I'm still not sure about this:

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=124074&cat=2943

[ChiChi]

I'm really struggling with doodles. I can't tell you how many times I've started on a layout for this challenge, only to scrap it. I'm still not sure I like this one, but here it is:

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=124121&cat=2943

[KariQ]

Here is my layout for the challenge beginning 8/16 - DOODLES!!!

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=124178&cat=2610

I did double duty with Lauren's Gimme with Tate's eyes. And I used Suzanne's doodle arrows Set 1 to draw attention (#2) the focal point (my little girl) in my layout.

Let me know how you like it! I love the colors and Suzanne's arrows fit perfectly with no recoloring or anything - left 'em black and they look awesome!

KariQ :p

[moseycat]

Here's mine! Double duty with Scrap the Kasbah. Is this Fandango?
http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=124247&cat=2943
Karen

[lbfpebbles]

Here's my LO with a doodle for design sake
http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=124259&nocache=1

[sandygb]

Here is my Fandango layout for the week of 8/16 using doodles for a purpose:

BackPack Fandango (http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=124262&cat=2943)

This layout is doing double duty for Freestyle Fandango and also for BackPacking with Lisa.

[shazzt]

Here is mine - moved it to the gallery when I realised it would work for this challenge :-)

Go - Leon 2006 (http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=124218&nocache=1)

[wen2tap]

did this one for the Art Journal, then thought that the doodles were forming part of the story of the layout.
Bad Night
http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=124346

[smulley]

Here is my Doodles for a purpose layout. The Heart Doodles add to the theme of Amber's love of horses.
http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=124422&cat=2943

[alamodedesigns]

Here is mine, hope it qualifies.

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showgallery.php?cat=2943

[Hattitudes]

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=124666&cat=500&ppuser=41592
The doodles are from Suzanne Walkers Edgy Edges 6 pack recoloured almost white, they are framing the circles and really looked embossed for texture. This is one of my new fav's of my youngest daughter, she is almost windswept,

[clepatb]

Here's mine for this challenge. I used doodles to draw attention to the subject of the layout and to anchor the title.

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=124787

[jestep]

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=124883&cat=2943
i just had to freestyle this one

[Debb Cozzi]

I have been neglecting my friends here in the Fandango....please accept my aplogies....'real life stuff' has been getting in the way!!! ;) I promise to carve out sometime tomorrow to visit and comment on all of your layouts. In the meantime here is a layout I did tonight to cheer myself up a bit:

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=124851&cat=500&perpage=90&sort=3&ppuser=1383

[rlma]

Here's mine: Sweet Face (http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=124990&page=0)

[JamieStillwagon]

here's another from me......I did it a few days ago, but it fits the doodles with a purpose challenge :) http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=121739&cpage=2&ppuser=35596#poststart

I tend to use my doodles as an anchor in most of my layouts....as I did in this one

[phoxy4]

heres my doodley maya boo (http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=125012&cat=500&ppuser=59563)

[lvg4him]

I SOOOOOOO wish I could have been at the last chat (and I am gonna miss this one too). I SOOOOOOO want to fandango! The layouts for this challenge of doodles are AMAZING! I so wish I was at home with my pictures and comptuer and kits so I could join in the fun!! At least I can do next weeks (prayerfully). Our house is on the market and we are looking at houses this week. It won't be long now before we are moving.

[missymo1002]

Ok I posted one I freestyled.. But then started reading all these.. Do you have to be in chat in order to participate in the challenges.. I am very new and I guessI am confused.. If so I will delete mine from the album I put it in..
Hugs,
missy

[mariafer]

You don't have to go to the chats to participate... I haven't been able to be to any so far...

[*love2scrap*]

here is mine:
i wanna be a zebra (http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=125115&cat=2943)

whipped it together really fast and it was fun!

[sonyalynn]

Here's mine....

Cousins (http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=125145&cat=500&ppuser=32884)

This one's doing double duty in Elizabeth's Extras Gallery. I used Suzanne's Edgy Edges 6 to frame the photo.

[txmusicmom]

Well I think I 'd didn't link mine?

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=123453&cat=2943

[cybergram]

Here is mine, looking forward to the chat tonight:
http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=125250&cat=500&ppuser=7677

[cybergram]

I did this for Fandango as well but.....it seems messy or something, anyway, here it is:
http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=125257&cat=2943

[jhertzog]

Here is mine, Rescue Me (http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=125326&cat=2943). I used the doodles to try to ground the lo & to frame an element.

[Tara]

I'm not sure what the challenge will be for this next week...but here is another freestyle attempt on my part. All CC is appreciated!!!

Three Cousins (http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=125414&cat=500&ppuser=17916)

[maileen1]

I have made this for the NKOTB5 but I used doodles (so this also qualifies for the Fandango Challenge) here to frame the photo and add some more "magical" feel to it.

I used Suzanne Walker's Heart Doodles Set.

Magical Kiss (http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=125451&cat=2943)

[Bocca]

Here is my LO. A Pause (http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=125604&nocache=1)

[MaureenH]

Link to my Doodles Fandango
http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=122334&cat=2943