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For A Love Of Learning: School Themed Scrapbook Layout

Posted on September 16, 2022September 15, 2022 by Kylie Kingham

From little red schoolhouses to modern, urban buildings and even today’s ever apparent virtual learning right at one’s kitchen table at home, schooling structures have transitioned throughout time. But one thing that hasn’t — learning is awesome! Blog contributor Kylie Kingham was feeling nostalgic about her school days, so she made this school themed scrapbook layout she hopes you’ll learn to make!

Go Batty For These Halloween Scrapbook Borders and DIY Card

Posted on September 15, 2022September 15, 2022 by Krislyn Mattei

Witches and black cats and jack-o’-lanterns, oh my! There are many iconic symbols associated with Halloween. Another notably nocturnal icon is the bat! Whether you think they are spooky or absolutely adorable (did you know that bats play an essential role in pest control, pollinating plants and dispersing seeds!?), bats and Halloween go together like tricks and treats. Well, let your creativity take flight with these Halloween scrapbook borders and DIY card! You’ll go batty for them!

View Your Coastal Memories Through This Water Themed Scrapbook Layout

Posted on September 14, 2022 by Creative Memories

A view that looks over the water, whether it would be an expansive ocean or peaceful lakefront, is attractive, impressive and relaxing. We can let our gaze fall upon the ever-shifting and sparkling hues of various blues and greens while feeling the cooling sensations of a flowing breeze and hearing the lapping waves and squawking seagulls. Blog contributor Sachiyo Omitsu is opening our minds (and a creative window of opportunity!) by showing this water themed scrapbook layout that is sure to bring an easy-breezy, calming sensation.

Flip Through Family Ties: 8×8 Scrapbook Layout To Add To Your Heritage Album

Posted on September 13, 2022September 13, 2022 by melissaullmann

Fact: 8×8 layouts and albums are smaller than their 12×12 counterparts… but that doesn’t mean you can’t pack a whole lot of photos, memories, stories and more within their great-by-great size! See the proof for yourself with this 8×8 scrapbook layout that will be a perfect complement to your family’s heritage album, as it uses the Our Moments collection to set the stunning, sentimental scene.

Speaking of 8x8s, did you know that CM now offers 8×8 Side-Loading Pocket Pages?! These pocket pages are the perfect match for your 8×8 albums — it can fit two sheets of 8×8 paper easily through the side to protect your memories as you flip through the pages year after year. US | CA | AU

And once those pages are finished, you need a place to house these mini marvels! The bestselling 8×8 Ruby, Cobalt, Chocolate and Ebony covers are now available for purchase year-round (woot!), whereas the new Caramel Conifers and Tuscan Teal Leaves are only available until the 25th of October or while supplies last! US | CA | AU

Cast A Spell On Your Memories With This Halloween Scrapbook Layout

Posted on September 12, 2022September 15, 2022 by Krislyn Mattei

Bring on the costumes, indulge in buckets of candy and feel the creepy, crawly and spooky sensations. We’re all about and inspired by All Hallows’ Eve, for the latest Happy Hauntings collection is treating (no tricks here!) scrappers with its eerie-sistable Halloween-themed designs! The classic Halloween designs mixed with rich, dark hues (a potion of umber, dark orange, dark purple and black) will sure have you under a magic spell, just like this Halloween scrapbook layout!

Worldwide Virtual Crop 2022: Challenge #12

Posted on September 10, 2022September 10, 2022 by Creative Memories

We must say, this has been the best Worldwide Virtual Crop yet (and that’s all thanks to you!). The time has come to finish this event on the best note possible — give it all you’ve got with Challenge #12!

Worldwide Virtual Crop 2022: Challenge #11

Posted on September 10, 2022September 9, 2022 by Creative Memories

Wowee! We’re in the home stretch of the September WWVC, and my goodness, it has been a BLAST! Stretch, grab a snack and corral more supplies… we’re already to Challenge #11!

Worldwide Virtual Crop 2022: Challenge #10

Posted on September 10, 2022September 9, 2022 by Creative Memories

Bravo, scrappers! You should give yourself a well-deserved pat on the back for the fantastic creativity you have been showing off, as well as all the compliments and “likes” on others’ posts! Ready for another great layout? Well, Challenge #10 is here for you!

Worldwide Virtual Crop 2022: Challenge #9

Posted on September 10, 2022September 9, 2022 by Creative Memories

Eight challenges down… and only four to go! This virtual get-together may be going fast, but remember, you have until Sunday, Sept. 11, at 11:59pm CT to submit as many challenges as you’d like! (The more, the merrier… which means more opportunities to win a prize!) Show us what you’ve got with Challenge #9!

Worldwide Virtual Crop 2022: Challenge #8

Posted on September 9, 2022September 9, 2022 by Creative Memories

Virtual Croppers, we cannot thank you enough for making this Worldwide Virtual Crop a smashing success. Keep the energy and excitement up, for Challenge #8 has been posted!