This simple scrapbook page features a color blocking layout and is embellished with stamped snowflakes to match the colors in the layout. Although not traditionally colors for winter layouts, I chose them because of their strong masculine feel that complimented the photo of my son, Brandon.

Every year, when a new SU idea book and catalog is due to come out, my group always gets together to swap cards made with the new hostess sets. The sets I used for this one are from the 2006-2007 catalog. What's cool about this card is that it incorporates a color from each of the 4 color families, yet they work well together.

This masculine birthday card features the jumbo eyelet and antique brass hodgepodge hardware. After cutting out the baroque motif stamped image, I set the eyelet using my crop-a-dile (love this tool) before layering it on it's background so that the blue would pop through.

The hardware frame was attached with hemp twine which was tucked behind the layered stripes before adhering it to the base of the card. All edges were sponged with chocolate chip ink for added depth.