Add some joy to your Happy Album photo journal using Kit #18!

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How much fun is it to finally get your hands on a new Happy Album kit? There are so many different possibilities that come with each kit — it can sometimes even be overwhelming to think of a new layout to create. If you’re looking for a new way to use Kit #18 (or any other scrapbook kit!), I’m here to help! Keep reading to find easy-to-follow instructions to create a layout with Happy Album Kit #18 (NEW), along with a sketch. Let’s get creating! Continue reading Add some joy to your Happy Album photo journal using Kit #18!

Your May Reflection Layout is Here!

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It’s time to create your May reflection page! I can’t believe it’s already almost June — we’re nearly halfway through the year! There were so many wonderful things that happened in May, so when I sat down to create this page I had a good feeling it was going to turn into something special. Take some time out of your week to compile your scrapbook kit, print your photos and reflect on all the happiest moments that made May a special month for you. Planning ahead of time will help you get a better idea of how the page will turn out!

Today, I will teach you how to create a simple layout while using all the fun patterns in the newest kit, Kit #17. I absolutely love how this layout turned out and it was so easy to make! Read on to find the May Journal Prompt Challenge, my reflection page layout using Kit #17 (sketch included!) and a fun giveaway to win White Refill Pages and Kit #18. Let’s get to it!

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Three Ways to Use Kit #17 in Your Happy Album

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I think we can all agree that Happy Album Kit #17 is stunning! With all the vibrant and fun patterns, it’s easy to create a page in your Happy Album that you love. I’m here to show you a few different ways to use this month’s kit and hopefully teach you a new way to scrapbook. Keep reading to find three different ways to use Kit #17, two tutorial videos and a new sketch!

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It’s time to create your April highlight page!

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With April coming to an end, it’s time to reflect on our best moments! Do a happy dance because today I’m using Kit #16 to create a layout that’s so cute, you will have to add it to your collection. Not only is this layout fun and easy, it can be created using your paper scraps! That’s right – you will learn how to create a beautiful layout in your Happy Album using minimal paper. Follow along as I walk through how to reflect on your best moments and happy highlights in April with new journal prompts. Keep reading to find an April Journal Prompt Challenge, my reflection page layout using Kit #16 (yes, there’s a sketch included!), and a giveaway to win the White Refill Pages and Kit #17. Let’s create!

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Get Creative With Happy Album Kit #16

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If you want to create unique layouts in your Happy Album but are not sure where to start, we’ve got you covered! It can be tough to put together a scrapbook page without any direction, but I’m here to show you how easy it can be. Keep reading to find five tips to create a new layout using Kit #16 (NEW!), a never-before-seen Happy Album scrapbook layout and sketch. Let’s get creative!

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Using Happy Album Kits on Your 12×12 Scrapbook Pages

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Ever since its release, Happy Album has been consistently coming out with new kits and products that are absolutely adorable and joy-inducing. These products add so much to your Happy Album, but what about all your 12×12 albums? Have you ever found yourself wishing that you could use a Happy Album Kit inside one of your other albums? Blog contributor Noreen Smith is here to help; check out how she’s incorporated bits and pieces of the Happy Album into her full-sized albums!

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March Reflection Page Using Happy Album Kit #15

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You know what time it is! Let’s print our pictures, look back on the happy memories we made this month and reflect. Play some tunes, pour yourself a cup of coffee and grab your Happy Album – let’s create a March reflection page! You don’t want to miss this month’s sketch featuring the Sunshine Border Maker Cartridge (BMC) Punch! (Yes, you can use this on your Happy Album designer paper). I also show you how to create a fun two-page layout by folding your paper. Follow along as I walk through how to reflect on your best moments and personal growth in March with new journal prompts. Keep reading to find a March Journal Prompt Challenge, my reflection page layout (using our NEW kit!), and a giveaway to win the Happy Album Planner Bundle. Let’s scrap! 

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Create a Travel Journal With These Tips

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With spring right around the corner in North America and exciting trips on your calendar, let’s make a goal to document all the happy memories you make – on the go! As you brainstorm everything you need to pack for your upcoming trips, remember to add your Happy Album to the checklist. Keep reading to learn my tips on creating a travel journal page in your Happy Album, a never-before-seen layout using Kit #15 (NEW!) and a sketch so you can easily recreate my page!

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It’s Time to Create Your February Reflection Page in Your Happy Album!

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It’s that time again! The last day of the month and time to reflect on your happy moments. Put on your comfy pants, pour yourself a cup of coffee and grab your Happy Album – let’s create a February reflection page! Follow along as I walk through how to reflect on all your best moments and personal growth in February using the Happy Album and my new journal prompts. Keep reading to find a February Journal Prompt Challenge, my reflection page layout (spoiler: there is a never before seen Happy Album sketch included!) and a giveaway to win a Happy Album kit of your choice and White Refill Pages. Let’s have fun and get creative! 

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Tips To Photograph Your Happy Moments

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Raise your hand if you love to take photos. Raise your hand if you love to scrapbook. Raise your hand if you want to take better photos for your scrapbook. If you raised your hand at least once, then this blog post is for you! Photos are worth a thousand words, tell our stories and help us to cherish our happiest moments. With help from the professionals at Shuttersmack studio, I have eight tips for improving your picture-taking game to help document your happy moments from every angle. Keep reading to learn how to take beautiful photos of your adventures for your Happy Album! 

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