Games – Creative Memories Blog

Enjoy Life’s Everyday Moments With This Home Scrapbook Spread

Posted on January 28, 2022January 25, 2022 by Krislyn Mattei

Have you ever sat on your couch at home and scrolled and scrolled through your social media apps, not sure what to do with your time? Just because you’re at home doesn’t mean you can’t take meaningful pictures! Your abode is filled with unexpected photo opportunities and snippets of life. Cooking a new recipe. Playing card games. Making paper crafts or finger paintings with your kids. Throwing an indoor picnic. Enjoying a karaoke night. No need to wait for the posed shot or the perfect lighting — grab the moment as it is and treasure the little things! If you’re feeling inspired to seize the moment, then take a look at this two-page home scrapbook spread and let these everyday experiences be preserved as extraordinary experiences!

It’s a Family Night Delight With This Game Night Scrapbook Layout

Posted on March 25, 2021March 25, 2021 by Creative Memories

Whether you’re hosting a birthday party, a family reunion or even just looking for something to do after dinner to ease into the evening, game days and nights are always a good idea — bonus points for lots of memories and laughter! Even better, with so many video chat options available today (Zoom, anyone?) there are tons of opportunities to stay connected and be competitive. A win-win-win for all! Blog contributor Sachiyo Omitsu and her family have been actively playing games during these unusual times, and because of it, many family night delights have occurred! See how she tapped into board game bliss with this game night scrapbook layout!

It’s Game Time With This Staycation Scrapbook Layout

Posted on March 22, 2021March 23, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

Dominoes. Charades. Scrabble. Cribbage. Blackjack. Video games. Chess. There sure is a bounty of board games, a caboodle of card games, a vast volume of virtual games and more out there in the world! Not only do they pass the time in an entertaining way, but games also ensue laughter, increase brain function, make for wonderful memories and strengthen relationships with family and friends! (Talk about a win!) Are you ready to play with papers, stickers and embellishments? Then say “game on” and try out this staycation scrapbook layout!

Hunker Down (and Craft!) With This Staycation Scrapbook Layout

Posted on March 15, 2021March 15, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

Vacations to far-away locations are a stellar way to explore the world and its sights and sensations. But as amazing as a trip to a far-flung land sounds, there’s something about hunkering down at home or playing tourist in your hometown or a nearby place. Enter: staycations (also known as “holistay” to some!). And on that note, the newest Staycation collection! This collection is inspired by the memories made during “the new normal,” and is great for photos of game nights, picnics and trips to the park, cooking and eating together, exploring the great outdoors and the other ways you enjoy your local surroundings. Peek at this layout and think about how you’d use this collection to commemorate your special local-living moments!