What have you been up to lately?! Borders? Cards? Two-page layouts? The possibilities are endless when it comes to scrapbooking! Maybe add these ideas to your docket!
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Take On The St. Patrick’s Day Pop-up Challenge: Are You #FeelingLucky?
We’re seeing green — from the dyed-green Chicago River to chilled green beer and milkshakes, head-to-toe green garb and sparkly bead necklaces — because the 17th of March marks St. Patrick’s Day! And what better way to join in on the fun than with a St. Patrick’s Day Pop-Up Challenge in the Virtual Crop Facebook Group?! This challenge is unlike any we’ve done before — instead of giving you a sketch, THIS challenge is all about palette (you guessed it, GREEN!) AND the prize package includes a treasure trove of green goodies! If you’re #FeelingLucky, you can get the details below, plus get inspiration from a few sample layouts!
Continue reading Take On The St. Patrick’s Day Pop-up Challenge: Are You #FeelingLucky?Go Ga-Ga For Glorious Getaways: Tropical Baby Scrapbook Layout
Trending in popularity over the last few years, a “babymoon” is a prime time to reconnect and rejuvenate (and have quality sleep-in time!) before welcoming in the newest and littlest family member. Between the anticipation and nervousness of this exciting life chapter — and mentally preparing for the responsibilities soon to occur — taking a pre-baby vacay might be just what the doctor ordered. And it can be anything and anywhere, from a simple weekend road trip to romantic retreats and spa days. Today’s creative chapter features a tropical baby scrapbook layout that will have you saying “Oh, baby!”
Continue reading Go Ga-Ga For Glorious Getaways: Tropical Baby Scrapbook LayoutRooted In Rural: Farm Themed Scrapbook Layout
Farm living is the life for us — and an a-neigh-zing new collection! It’s time to reveal your rural roots, for the On the Farm collection is ready to be cultivated. Inspired by classic red barns, organic vegetables and grains, fresh-cut flowers, farm animals and acres and acres of green pastures, it’s perfect for tractor pulls, gardening, milking goats and cows, collecting eggs in the chicken coop, weekend getaways in the countryside, farm-themed birthdays and more! Yeehaw! Round up your country charms with this farm themed scrapbook layout.
Continue reading Rooted In Rural: Farm Themed Scrapbook LayoutWave Hello To The Season With This Spring Scrapbook Layout
Wave hello to spring — literally — for today’s blog features a wavy, warming and wonderful design that is as soft and sweeping as an easy-going breeze on a springtime day. What are some sensations you like to do during this time of year? Enjoying walks or yoga in the park? Jumping in rain puddles with the kiddos or grandkids? Visiting farmers’ markets for fresh veggies, fruits, flowers and herbs? Taking a stroll through a rose garden? The budding memories and nature’s hue-tiful canvas of pastel possibilities are endless — just like this spring scrapbook layout!
Continue reading Wave Hello To The Season With This Spring Scrapbook LayoutDestination: Vacation! Thrive On Sunny Vibes With This Tropical Scrapbook Layout
“Spring break” is often a looked forward to break for many school-aged kiddos and their parents, as well as college students. The weather finally starts to warm up a bit from the chill of Old Man Winter, and everyone is eager to dust off their luggage, get to packing and travel. (But let’s be honest, any time of year can call for a vacation to sandy beaches, an escape with besties, a chance to visit theme parks or national parks and more in order to kick back, relax and recharge those batteries — the world can be your oyster!) If you go for the sunny and sensational route, then this tropical scrapbook layout is your ideal scrapbooking getaway!
Continue reading Destination: Vacation! Thrive On Sunny Vibes With This Tropical Scrapbook LayoutSketch Round-Up Feb. 20-March 5
Your beautiful photographs deserve extra beautiful pages… and that’s where the CM blog comes into play! From single-page layouts to double-page spreads, and even some borders, cards and more thrown into the mix! Take a peek at these four layouts and let your creativity run wild!
Continue reading Sketch Round-Up Feb. 20-March 5Plant Fresh Creativity With This Spring Scrapbook Layout
Who out there is a proud plant parent or has a fondness for foliage? No matter how green your thumb is, springtime calls for fragrant and fresh flowers, budding blooms, lush leaves and more! Do you know what else this season calls for? This spring scrapbook layout with an easy-to-put-together watering can idea. Let your creativity grow!
Continue reading Plant Fresh Creativity With This Spring Scrapbook LayoutThis Birthday Scrapbook Layout Takes The Cake!
We’ve got a treat of a layout for you today! We’re talking a three-tiered masterpiece of a cake, complete with candles, a little BMC icing and decoration too… Doesn’t that sound like a recipe for something sweet! Now, let’s dig in to this birthday scrapbook layout idea from blog contributor Sachiyo Omitsu!
Continue reading This Birthday Scrapbook Layout Takes The Cake!February Completed Album Challenge PLUS A Spring Scrapbook Layout
Another month is almost gone, which means the Completed Album Challenge must be ON! Yes indeed, the February Completed Album Challenge is going on now in the Virtual Crop Facebook Group! Want a little more spring in your step? Well, you’re in luck — today also marks the launch of the newest Painted Garden collection, filled to the beautiful brim with juicy strawberries and blackberries, hummingbirds, sunshine bursts, fresh florals and horticulture and more.
If you completed an album this month (does not need to be from start to finish in February, just completed in February), make a short video flipping through each of the pages in your newly completed album. Then, post your video in the Virtual Crop Facebook Group with the hashtag #CompletedFeb2023 for the chance to win!
Continue reading February Completed Album Challenge PLUS A Spring Scrapbook Layout