Borders – Creative Memories Blog

From Naptime To Scrap Time: Baby Scrapbook Borders

Posted on June 29, 2022June 28, 2022 by Krislyn Mattei

Decisions on wallpaper patterns or paint shades, furniture, artwork and toys on display are just a few things to think about when planning and decorating a nursery… and that includes the overall theme of the room, too! Themes can vary from a sweet dreams appeal with wispy cloud designs, perfectly pretty florals, zoo animals or cutesy woodland creatures, nautical notes or even just a monochromatic, naturally neutral aesthetic, just to name a few. Another classic theme? Baby duckies! Well, if you want to take that element from naptime to scrap time, then take a look at these baby scrapbook borders that feature darling duck designs!

Roll In Relaxation With These Water Themed Scrapbook Borders And DIY Card

Posted on June 24, 2022June 22, 2022 by Krislyn Mattei

H₂-oh, my goodness — there’s something so relaxing about being on, in or near water. From fishing to frolicking on the beach, surfing and sailing across open waters, maritime memories are worth remembering and reminiscing. And you can pay homage to hydration with these water themed scrapbook borders and DIY card! Dive into these designs!

Sudsy, Stylish And Scrappy: Duck Borders For Scrapbooking

Posted on June 14, 2022June 14, 2022 by Krislyn Mattei

Ahhh, bubble baths — a time of family bonding with baby and engaging senses, loud giggles, clean relaxation, fun hairstyles, silly bubble beards and splashing around… and until we’re soaking wet, too! (Let’s be honest, many of us also crave a long, hot soak in the bathtub after a busy day!) And to top it all off, the 14th of June is also International Bath Day! So draw yourself a squeaky-clean bath and after you’re relaxed and ready to go, make these duck borders for scrapbooking! They’re all they are quacked up to be!

Double The Drama: Fan Borders for Scrapbooking

Posted on June 9, 2022June 7, 2022 by melissaullmann

The Showtime collection is not only about glitz and glam parties, milestone celebrations and superb performances, but it also encapsulates the everlasting influences of the Art Deco era, which you can see strewn through the collection with linear decorations, sweeping curves and geometric motifs. If you want to amp up this aesthetic even more, then the Double Fan Chain Border Maker Cartridge is a must-have tool! It also emulates a classic design from this artistic movement — the fanning, sunburst pattern! Don’t just take our word for it — see how this tool doubles the dynamic drama with these fan borders for scrapbooking.

Tread New Terrain: Boot Print Borders And DIY Card For Scrapbooking

Posted on May 4, 2022May 3, 2022 by Noreen Smith

For some, a beachfront getaway or day at the lake is the perfect antidote for relaxation, but for others, the best way to kick back is to lace up the boots and seek a quiet trail shaded by a towering canopy of trees. If you’re hankering for hiking — and all the memories that come with it — then the Boot Prints Border Punch is a trailblazing tool you need to pack! Fill your sole with these scenic boot print borders and DIY card for scrapbooking below!

Wild-flower For Crafting: Country Scrapbook Borders

Posted on April 28, 2022April 28, 2022 by melissaullmann

Native flowers offer a splendid display along vast country plains, rolling meadows, long-distance highways, lovely lakefronts and mighty mountainsides — sprinkling the landscape in rainbow hues. And if you want to bring a bit of flower power to your layouts (especially when paired with the Wide Open Places collection!), then the Wildflowers Border Punch will bloom forth natural habitats of project perfection. Grow and go for it with these country scrapbook borders with wondrous wildflower designs!

Tree-t Your Scrapbooking Ideas With The Oak Tree Punch

Posted on April 22, 2022April 22, 2022 by Krislyn Mattei

Every year on the 22nd of April, many people across the globe celebrate Earth Day to protect the planet from things like pollution and deforestation. And in homage to this day, we thought it would be fitting to have some projects using the Oak Tree Punch AND to have a #2022EarthDay challenge (which was posted in the Virtual Crop Facebook Group!)

And if you’d like to see what efforts CM is taking to reduce our carbon footprint, get info on which of our products are recyclable AND get eco-friendly tips from some of our Advisors, you can check out this blog post!

Check out these seven tree scrapbook ideas and celebrate the beauty of Mother Earth!

3 Project Ideas Using The Dollop Arch Frame Punch

Posted on April 19, 2022April 18, 2022 by melissaullmann

A scrapbook border can really add that WOW factor or finishing touch to your projects and layouts. What’s even better is when the tool used to create those enticing elements can actually act as a two-in-one item — not just making borders, but also frames! Yes, it’s true and possible with CM’s frame punches! The recent Dollop Arch Frame Punch allows you to create borders and frames, dotting your creations with two delightfully dolloped arches. Want to see it in action? Then check out these ideas — one DIY card and two scrapbook borders — that shows off its design duality.

Buzzin’ With Detail: Bee Scrapbook Ideas With The NSD 2022 Collection

Posted on April 14, 2022April 12, 2022 by Krislyn Mattei

Sweet as can bee! Buzz-worthy project ideas! Do your own sting! Hive-five designs! It’s all here (and more!) with the NSD 2022 collection and coordinating Bumblebee Punch! See for yourself with these bee scrapbook ideas, and imagine what other themes (flying kites, visiting farmers’ markets, gardening, nature walks and more!) that you can dream up that will scream “Spring has sprung!”

Psst! If you would like to attend an NSD event (virtual, in-person or hybrid events), you can connect with an Advisor near you using our handy Advisor Locator search on the website. US | CA | AU

Pruned To Perfection: Vines Borders and DIY Card For Scrapbooking

Posted on April 7, 2022April 6, 2022 by melissaullmann

Clinging, twining and sprawling vines give an old-time fairytale look (as well as organic and eye-catching accents!) to many homes, doorways, landscapes and gardens. And if you want to intertwine your photos and layouts together with this ornamental appeal, then stem your scrapbooking toward the Flourish Vine Border Maker Cartridge! See how this vine-of-the-times tool can do just that by making these vines borders and DIY card for scrapbooking!