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Bring on a Paper Party With These DIY Birthday Cards

Posted on May 13, 2021May 13, 2021 by Creative Memories

The lights dim and suddenly a cake, aglow with candles, is brought out and melodious singing fills the air. The recipient’s face lights up as a sweetly decorated cake is placed in front of him or her. The song ends and someone yells “Make a wish!” The recipient closes their eyes momentarily — huff! The candles are blown out… and it’s time to get the birthday party started!

Just as important as the candles and cake are on birthdays, so are cards! For a special handmade touch, opt to make your next birthday card rather than picking up a generic store-bought card — your friends and family members will surely appreciate the beautiful keepsake and be awestruck by your crafty talent. (Shhh, no need to tell them just how easy it was to make!) Blog contributor Tina Kistinger shows off three DIY birthday cards that look like they could be presents themselves! Take a look below — it’s time for a cardmaking celebration!

Party Like a Pro With These Quick Birthday Scrapbook Layouts

Posted on March 11, 2021March 10, 2021 by Noreen Smith

Birthdays, graduations, anniversaries — there’s always a reason to celebrate life’s special moments. Truth be told, sometimes parties can take quite a bit of preparation and planning, from the menu to the decorations and theme, entertainment and location. But something you won’t have to worry about is how to display the festive fun when the streamers come down. How so? With the Party Time! Fast2Fab™-Inspired Designer Paper Pack, of course. With its pre-designed pages, most of the prep work is done for you — you just need to decide which photos to highlight! Blog contributor Noreen Smith is a big fan of these papers and showcased how easy it is to get the layout party started in five, 10 and 15 minutes! Unwrap the magic with these three quick birthday scrapbook layouts!

This Birthday Scrapbook Layout Serves Up Sweetness

Posted on February 23, 2021February 23, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

When talking about birthdays, it’s hard to not bring up (or light up or slice up!) a totally delicious and sugary treat — the cake. While some of us prefer the classic chocolate or vanilla offerings, others may find tastes such as mocha, lemon, salted caramel, carrot, funfetti (and more!), irresistible. No matter your top-notch choice, the Party Time! collection will always be a sweet addition to your albums. How so? See for yourself down below as the Party Time! Variety Mat Pack has been served up as a delightful layered cake upon this birthday scrapbook layout.

Throw Your Own Party With This DIY Birthday Card and Birthday Scrapbook Borders

Posted on February 19, 2021February 18, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

Birthdays come but once a year, but with the Party Time! collection, you can turn any day into a big-time celebration — especially when that moment is spent crafting and scrapbooking! Balloons and banners, streamers and sparklers, the Party Time! collection is always ready for a good time. Ready to unwrap some of its magic? Burst forth brilliance with these birthday scrapbook borders and delightful DIY birthday card and let your crafting be the life of the scrap-tastic party!

Get Your Fill of Paper Thrills: Scrapbook Project Ideas Featuring the Latest Combo Packs

Posted on February 16, 2021February 16, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

Black and white, scarlet, navy, dark sea green, orchid, aqua… oh my! We’re not just naming off different hues, we’re sharing a party of paper options available with one of the two new Cardstock Buffet options — the Combo Pack Cardstock Buffet! Each of these brand-new combo packs contain six designer papers and four coordinating sheets of cardstock per bundle for a plethora of boldly beautiful project possibilities. And remember, when you buy six or more new combo packs, you can earn limited-edition Shamrock Green Solid Cardstock packs FREE! Check out these exciting scrapbooking project ideas made with the recently launched combo packs and be sure to scroll to the bottom to get in on a pop-up sketch challenge on the Virtual Crop Facebook Group!

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Have a Stylish Soirée With This Birthday Scrapbook Layout

Posted on February 9, 2021February 9, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

Fun has no age limit — and that includes birthday parties! Every birthday is a milestone, whether large or small, and Party Time! Blue Paper Pack is surely a welcomed guest for your albums with its snazzy, stylish sophistication of dusty blue, periwinkle, white and navy. Ready to RSVP to a stunning birthday scrapbook layout idea fit for young and old? Unwrap the magic below and start plotting your own soirées today!

Sprinkle in Sweetness With These Cake Scrapbook Projects

Posted on February 5, 2021February 3, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

When you’re creating and designing a layout, experienced crafters know that a good-looking border is the icing on the cake. And with the new Cake Border Punch, you’re in for some extra sweet surprises that will light up your layouts! Get ready, for today’s blog features three cake scrapbook borders and a DIY birthday card to whisk in innovative ideas for your next layout or project! (P.S. They’re all a piece of cake to make!!

Add Some Hip to Your Hooray With This Birthday Scrapbook Layout

Posted on February 3, 2021February 3, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

Modern birthday parties are said to get their roots from the 18th-century German celebration called “Kinderfeste,” held for kids and featured a cake adorned with candles. Fast forward to today, and there’s still so much to love about the big-day hooray of birthdays, from eating sprinkled cakes and ice cream to playing games, tearing open wrapped presents or simply reading a handwritten card from loved ones and friends! Check out this birthday scrapbook layout that captures some very sweet sentiments and fun flair!

Fuel Your Fiestas With This Birthday Scrapbook Layout

Posted on February 1, 2021February 1, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

Bring on the candles, wrapped gifts, balloons, confetti and sugary cupcakes — the new Party Time! collection is today’s debuting gift for you. Whether you’re five or 95, birthdays and birthday parties can make one feel special, and you can definitely amp up those good vibes with this celebratory collection! Not only that, these products, with both a bright, youthful side, as well as a neutral, sophisticated side, can be used to commemorate graduations, anniversaries, fiestas and all of life’s superb soirées! Let’s take a look at how the vibrant and vivacious side makes your celebrations pop off the page with this birthday scrapbook layout!

Create a Magical Theme Park Scrapbook Layout in Five Fast & Easy Steps!

Posted on February 28, 2020February 25, 2020 by Noreen Smith

You might look at the Magic Awaits collection and immediately think of amusement parks and carnivals, but the daring designs and popping palette of bright red, yellow and black make it a versatile collection that can be used for lots of different occasions! Blog contributor Noreen Smith used photos from her son’s birthday party at an indoor playground with Magic Awaits Fast2Fab™ Refill Pages and was able to put all the fun of his special day into a spread in just five steps. And the bonus? A two-page layout was completed in about 15 minutes! Here’s how: