This sweet pic of my baby girl, taken a little over a year ago, got me feeling a bit sentimental. So I hope you don’t mind if I take you on a little trip down Memory Lane for a moment. (If you were an 80s kid or had an 80s kid, much of this will likely ring true.) Let’s go!
As a wee one, this one of my favorite toys (and it’s one of my daughter’s favs now!).
Then, as I got a bit older, I fell in love with this bright babe.
Reading Rainbow was one of my favorite shows. Sing it with me. Butterfly in the sky...
I’d spend my Saturday mornings watching Punkie do her thang.
Skittles were one of my favorite tasty snacks (still are, actually).
I couldn’t get enough of Dorothy and her trip through Oz. (Image by Sugar Fresh)
And I worked my very first job in a magical little shack on the side of the road. (Note: I was 15 at the time; this shot was taken years later. Just to avoid any confusion.) :)
Notice a theme here? I’ll give you a clue—ROYGBIV.
That’s right, it’s all of the colors of the rainbow!
Oh, how I love living life in full color, so you can imagine my delight when the full spectrum hit the trend scene. Let’s explore this brilliant look and see if we can’t find our own pot of gold.
SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW
A colorful collection of happy items—everything from tasty treats to sunny wearables that are sure to brighten your day!
Fruit Skewers by Raining Hot Coupons
I can’t think of a cuter way to get your daily dose of fruits.
Rainbow Hair Clips by Sleeping B Creations
My daughter may have to have these happy hair accessories... (you know, so I can snag them and get my own rainbow on.)
Rainbow Dress by Stylebook
Channel your inner Rainbow Bright in this dazzling design by Stylebook.
Rainbow Wreath by Bourdiers
Welcome the sunshine after the rain and your guests with a yarn-wrapped wreath.
Rainbow Cake by Megan of Genie Leigh Photography (as seen on the Chickabug blog)
Take your party to that sweet spot where bluebirds fly, starting with a colorful cake.
RAINBOW CRAFT-NECTION
You have so many rainbow wonders available to you. Pick your perfect palette from the options below.
Lemonade Stand by BoBunny
Cool off this summer with this tall drink of creativity.
Rainbow Pop by Red Pepper
Pop is right. Like a bowl of gum balls, this digital paper looks deliciously divine.
Rainbow Washi by Doodlebug Design
It wouldn’t be a rainbow spotlight if we didn’t mention Doodlebug, known for their pretty palette of colors.
IMAGE CREDIT: Lori Allred
#SUMMER by American Crafts
All the colors of the rainbow can be found in the form of paper and brilliant accessories in this #smashingcollection by #AmericanCrafts.
Radiant by Authentique
Radiant is right. This take on the rainbow look proves that even softer forms of color can shine brightly on your projects.
Good Day Sunshine by Simple Stories
I probably shouldn’t admit having favorites, but I can’t get enough of this line. It makes my rainbow-loving heart sing.
Best Friends Forever by Echo Park Paper Co.
This one’s for you, Kirston and Julia—my best friends forever-ever!
Rainbow Chevron Large 2 by Moo & Puppy
This chevron grouping will uncover the ups and downs off adding color in digital form.
MY RAINBOW WORKS
I’ve always loved crafting with all the colors of the rainbow. Here are a few of my projects to put your colorful wheels in motion.
Rainbow Card
I made this card many years ago. To create the rainbow strips, I used a scallop punch. And the white flap at the base of the card is actually the bottom of my card base, also punched, scored, and folded up to hold the card closed (like a matchbook).
Rainbow Layout
Another older project, but still one I adore, I designed this layout using the beautiful Live in Color collection from Susan Weckesser.
As you may know, I recently launched an Etsy shop for my flower bracelets (hooray!), but I’ve been designing these little numbers for years. One of my earliest designs that remains a favorite today is my rainbow bloom.
Rainbow Notebooks
Using nothing more than a few strips of washi and a some stickers, I was able to transform some basic notebooks into personalized gifts for friends.
Most recently, I created this wreath using Doodlebug’s awesome vellum, paper from Simple Stories Good Day Sunshine line, and sweet bling pieces from Glitz Design. I created it to welcome guests to my daughter’s 2nd birthday party. I still can’t believe she’s two! To see the rest of her rainbow-themed party, I invite you to visit my blog today, where I have a snapshot of the fun we had celebrating my baby girl.
RAINBOW CONNECTION
Looks like we don’t have to wait for someday. We found that rainbow connection today. Don’t you just love the way color can make your projects shine? I’d be delighted if you’d link to a rainbow design you’ve created in the comments section of this post. Or simply let me know your favorite item from today’s sampling. Either way, it’s always a treat to hear from you.
Now, since we started today’s fun with a trip down Memory Lane, I thought we’d conclude in the same fashion. Take it away, Kermit!
Have a bright week! Cheers!
~ Megan
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Good Day Sunshine and Best Friends Forever were already on my must have list!
Posted by: NinaN | June 23, 2014 at 11:52 AM
Oh! And here is a link to a very bright rainbow coloured card I made for my daughter's birthday last month!
http://ninastimeout.blogspot.ca/2014/05/pop-up-birthday-card.html
Posted by: NinaN | June 23, 2014 at 11:53 AM
Love Lemonafe Stand by BoBunny!
Posted by: Denise Coulter | June 23, 2014 at 12:14 PM
great post...I love this new trend!
Posted by: Cathy Harper | June 23, 2014 at 12:27 PM
Loving this!
Posted by: Jean A Marmo | June 23, 2014 at 01:13 PM
Beautiful layout and projects, especially the first one of your daughter. Love all these colorful lines you showcased. Michelle t
Posted by: michelle t | June 23, 2014 at 02:12 PM
Oh my gosh ... for a colour-lover like me, your post makes me SO happy, especially when the weather outside is gloomy!!! I love all the images you've gathered here. My absolute fave one (besides the images of the scrapbook products that I am now drooling over, lol!) is the vellum pinwheel wreath - absolutely adorable!!! Thanks, Megan ... loving your Monday posts!!!
Posted by: Amber M. | June 23, 2014 at 03:02 PM
Good Day Sunshine has just moved onto my MUST HAVE list! LOVE it!! TFS!
Posted by: barbara macaskill | June 23, 2014 at 03:08 PM
Love this and all the colorful products! Thanks!
Posted by: Carol Jones | June 23, 2014 at 04:06 PM
tones of ideas and projects very cool!!!
Posted by: Heather Thompson | June 23, 2014 at 04:37 PM
I don't think I've ever seen Red Pepper paper (Say that 3 times), but I love that Rainbow Pop!
Posted by: Suzi Metcalfe | June 23, 2014 at 05:39 PM
Darling video, brings back many memories! My girls were in high school in the 80s, but I recognize many of those goodies you have shared today. And I LOVE color, so I actually own more than a few of the products you have showcased! Now I will be singing that song all night!! Thanks, Meg!
Posted by: Kathy P. | June 23, 2014 at 08:59 PM
Now I really in the mood for summer with all of those supplies in such great colors
Posted by: Linda Beeson | June 24, 2014 at 12:14 AM
LOVE your rainbow connections Megan!!!
THANK YOU for sharing your trip down memory lane and your FABULOUS rainbow projects :)
Here is my contribution to your rainbow connection today - a card that I made for my niece using the Fiskars Groovy Rainbow & Up In The Clouds border punches and a rainbow of card stock - hope you like it :)
https://www.flickr.com/photos/35965272@N04/8127286936/in/photostream
Posted by: TracyM #6773 | June 24, 2014 at 01:12 AM
Tracy, I LOVE your card! Thank you for sharing the link!
Posted by: Megan Hoeppner | June 24, 2014 at 10:36 AM
I just love bright colors too. My now 10 yo daughter has been a rainbow lover since I can remember so lucky for us there is always fun artwork around the house. Here's my blog post about the rainbow party we had for her a couple years ago. (I think we
still
have some of the rainbow colored napkins and plasticware in our drawer!) http://anotherbigmess.blogspot.com/2012/01/january-birthday-party-rainbow-style.htmlPosted by: Angie | June 27, 2014 at 11:45 AM
Oh my goodness! I love this post. I'm an 80's rainbow loving girl too! I have so many of these products, but I hadn't seen that first digital kit by Red Pepper so I just hopped over and bought it. It reminds me of some of Queen and Co. yummy rainbow inspired washi tapes. Thanks for sharing everything. :)
Posted by: Mendi Yoshikawa | June 27, 2014 at 02:52 PM
I forgot to share a rainbow inspired project I've created... Since I'm pretty much all about rainbows I thought it might be easier just to share my pinterest board with many of my rainbow themed cards & misc. projects in one spot: http://www.pinterest.com/snippetsbymendi/my-cards-other-papercrafts/
Posted by: Mendi Yoshikawa | June 27, 2014 at 02:54 PM
Beautiful, happy, summer colors! I love everything in this collecgion.
Posted by: Deborah Rikard | June 28, 2014 at 09:26 PM
What a fun trip down memory lane and what fun ideas you used throughout the trip. Thoroughly enjoying your Monday Blog. Thanks for all the fun
Posted by: Dorina D | June 30, 2014 at 10:46 AM