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SMASH-ing Idea Success (sort of)

05/21/2014 · Kelly Rowe · 24 Comments

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Happy Hump Day, friends!  We’re half way to Friday!
Remember my SMASH-ing Idea post?
I chatted about using a FUJI Instax Mini and a
SMASH book to scrapbook while on vacation?

A Smash-ing Idea Success (sort of)Well, today I thought I would share a follow-up post with you!
It was a HUGE success — sort of.  (hee-hee)

Okay, so let me explain.  There was a bit of an accident….
Everything was going FABULOUS.  I was snapping pictures and tucking
them away to do my SMASH book.  When we ported in Bermuda,
we were off to Horseshoe Bay for a day in the sun.

THEN IT HAPPENED.
I dropped the camera in the ocean.

dropped the fuji instax polaroid into the oceanI was juggling way too many devices, friends…
I had my iPhone, my point and shoot and the polaroid.
I guess if something was going to fall, I’m glad it was the polaroid.
My mom tried to jump in a for a rescue and we attempted to dry the
camera out, but it was a gonner.  Nothing.  Caput.  De Nada.

My mom gave me kudos on how calm I was.
Standing in the gorgeous waters of Bermuda,
a $70 camera was the least of my worries!
I was incredibly grateful that it wasn’t my iPhone.

Soooo, the next best thing was the iPhone and Instagram pics.
We all started snapping away and did some SMASH-ing on the boat;
however, some of the scrapbooking had to wait due to not having pictures.

Smash-ing Idea SuccessI’m tickled silly to say that the book was done before returning to St. Louis,
the camera was AWESOME until I had a blonde moment and we
captured some great memories!  YAY!  I thought I’d share a peek
into my book as well, so here are just a few of my SMASH book spreads:

Bermuda 2014 SMASH bookI embellished the front with some travel related embellishments!
Over course all the goodness caused it to bulge,
but the SMASH book band is perfect to keep it shut.

Bermuda 2014 SMASH Book layoutSoooo, above you can see the size of the Instagram pics I printed at Walgreens (4×4).
Below you can see a couple of the polaroids I captured too.  I love-love-love the polaroids.
They have a vintage flair of sorts and you have to admit — they’re fun!

Bermuda 2014 Photos I love in SMASH bookLoved capturing a few of  my faves, moments I don’t want to forget.
Room service, the view from our balcony and my roomies!
The words stickers by Tim Holtz were fabulous to use for captions.

Bermuda 2014 Cruise FavesI used a pocket to shove some of my receipts in and other little
reminders/tokens that would take me on a walk down memory lane!

A SMASH-ing Idea Success and some Good StuffWe created a couple of collages on our iphones as well.
If you create a collage with four pictures using an app,
you can cut the pics to be 2×2. (see below)  Perfection!

Bermuda Cruise 2014.  Sharing some SMASH book funWashi tape and layers… oh my!

Bermuda Cruise 2014 SMASH bookand… THE END!

The SMASH-ing Idea is a huge success (sort of)... THE END!So, as you can see… the original plan went a little south; however,
the SMASH book was still completed and a blast!

Stay tuned! There are more cruise pics + stories to come!

Care to stay in the loop? I’d love to have you!
Catch me snapping + sharing pictures over on Instagram.
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  1. Brook says

    05/21/2014 at 10:00 am

    What a cute idea! I have a smashbook I just add random stuff, too. I have another tucked in the closet I found on clearance that I’m saving for a special occassion. I’ll have to remember your Polaroid idea.

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      05/21/2014 at 4:39 pm

      Thanks Brook! It was too fun and the memories will last a lifetime. 🙂 xo.

  2. A Little Claireification says

    05/21/2014 at 4:42 pm

    Oh, girl. I am SO glad it wasn’t your iPhone. My Canon PowerShot got immersed by a leaky water bottle in the bottom of my bag at SNAP! {sadness} and still won’t work so yes, things could be worse for sure! Your sweet little SmashBook is fabulous!

    Reply
    • Kelly Rowe says

      05/21/2014 at 4:43 pm

      Thanks so much friend! Appreciate it. If it had been my iPhone…it would have been a totally different reaction. lol. HUGS!

  3. Jelli says

    05/21/2014 at 8:51 pm

    Kelly it looks great! I’d totally do something like dropping my camera into the ocean. Glad it wasn’t your phone! So happy to see the final product. Love the pics, the design..You did a great job and now have great memories to cherish.

    Reply
    • Kelly Rowe says

      05/22/2014 at 6:49 pm

      Thanks so much! I appreciate it! Have a great weekend. HUGS!

  4. myrecentfavoritebooks says

    05/21/2014 at 10:42 pm

    I love your Smash book! Your photos and ideas for the book are great! =)

    Reply
    • Kelly Rowe says

      05/22/2014 at 6:50 pm

      Thanks so much! It was fun to put together…and I find myself looking at it a lot. It’s filled with smiles! xo.

  5. dpasco says

    05/22/2014 at 7:56 am

    So sorry you lost your camera 🙁 I bought one for my daughter, but we have yet to try it out. I love your smash book. Kudos to you for getting it done before returning home.

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      05/22/2014 at 6:51 pm

      Thanks. It’s all good about dropping my camera in the ocean. At least it wasn’t my iPhone. 🙂 …and yes, having it done before coming home was a wonderful accomplishment. HUGS!

  6. Jenn says

    05/22/2014 at 1:21 pm

    Cute! I love it! What a bummer about the camera though 🙁

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      05/22/2014 at 6:52 pm

      Thanks so much Jenn! I already replace the camera…so no big deal. 🙂 Have a great weekend. xo.

  7. Alyson McMahon says

    05/25/2014 at 10:36 pm

    Oh, no! The camera! You’re right, could have been the iPhone and that would have been worse. Love the Smash book though. I have one, but haven’t ever put anything in it. It scares me! And, I find it overwhelming. I need to just do it and be brave. Thanks for the inspiration.

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      05/29/2014 at 7:43 pm

      Thanks Alyson. It’s not as overwhelming as you’d think…and once you get started, it’s really fun. BE BRAVE. 😉 xo.

  8. Chrystal @ YUM eating says

    06/19/2014 at 2:14 pm

    Thank you for the update Kelly! Bummer about the camera though. Book turned out great. I added that camera to my Amazon wish list after your first post. I might have to treat myself!

    Reply
  9. Kika says

    11/06/2014 at 3:24 pm

    Hi there! I love it! Love your pages. im thinking about make a December Daily 2014 with Smash Book Mini. What do you think? Hugs from Brasil.

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  10. Kelly Janes says

    11/30/2014 at 1:24 pm

    I love this!!! I love the tabs that you have the polaroids in! Where did you find those?!?

    Reply
  11. Camil says

    01/07/2015 at 8:24 pm

    Hi! I have some questions:
    That CAM you miss in the ocean 😉
    – How is it?
    – Is it easy to use?
    – It takes good photos?
    – Have a Good resolution?

    I would like to buy one, but first I want to know some opinions.
    Sorry if my English is too basic. I do my best.
    I’m from Argentina and I read your blog often.
    Thank you very much.

    Reply
    • Kelly Rowe says

      01/08/2015 at 9:08 am

      Hi Camil! I love this camera. After a couple of pictures, you get the hang of using it — I don’t think it’s a difficult camera to use. They’re polaroid pictures, so the quality is what I expected. They aren’t the quality of a point and shoot or DSLR camera. I replaced the camera, so I think it’s a great purchase. I hope that helps. Keep me posted! Hugs.

  12. Katerina says

    07/05/2015 at 11:49 pm

    Love love love this! I created my own diy smash book instead of buying one! I have a few questions! 🙂 The first how do you print your phone pictures? Do you have to bring the USB? Also, is the polaroid worth it :)! I want one but I want to make sure I am putting my money’s worth in – if that made any sense at all!

    XO,
    Kat

    Reply
  13. Vipul Tanna says

    07/12/2015 at 5:45 am

    Hiii Kelly …. Lovely work … i am starting my first Smash Book and was looking for a start … Reaaly liked ur Style … !!

    Reply

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