Mat Pack – Creative Memories Blog

This Teenager Scrapbook Layout Frames Special Spaces: Grid Technique

Posted on August 26, 2021August 26, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

It happens to the best of us — you sit down to start a new layout and you don’t know where to begin — it’s a blank-page block! Fear not, for today’s blog is a jumping off idea that will keep your elements aligned and structured and make way for a design aesthetic that is clean and neat. It’s a grid technique! Each visual element, whether it’s a mat, photo or embellishment, has their own four-sided space, yet all work together to create a cohesive layout. Take a look at this teenager scrapbook layout featuring a grid technique and think of what you’d piece together!

This Farmhouse Chic Scrapbook Layout Builds a Happy Home for Your Memories

Posted on April 7, 2021April 7, 2021 by melissaullmann

Sure, it takes hands to build a house… but it takes heart and love to build a home. And if you want to pay homage to the caring comfort, laughter, special memories and more from within the walls and beams of your home, then the charm of the Homestead collection can construct just that! See how various mats from this refreshingly rustic collection builds a beautiful presence for your precious homely happenings.

Reflect on Worldly Wonder With This Natural Scrapbook Layout

Posted on February 22, 2021February 22, 2021 by melissaullmann

Our natural environment has the power to move and inspire us, from colossal glaciers to staggering mountains and plains dotted with wild animals — we sure live in a big, beautiful world. It’s so important to remind ourselves that some of the best and most brilliant sights were created by Mother Nature herself. And when you want to pay homage to these awe-inspiring, picturesque wonders, then look toward the glory of the Emerald Gemstone collection. Take a look at this natural scrapbook layout made with this latest collection and see how you can turn the allure of planet Earth into an elegant addition to your albums!

Enhance Your Happy Place With This Outdoor Scrapbook Layout

Posted on December 15, 2020December 15, 2020 by melissaullmann

Where is your happy place? Do you have somewhere that you like to go whenever you find yourself needing a pick-me-up? Or perhaps your happy place when you get together with family, interact with your passions or just relax in solitude? Regardless of where, what or who it is, the Natural Disposition collection carries plenty of positivity to help you replicate that peace and joy that your happy place provides. Learn all about how you can use it by creating this outdoor scrapbook layout!

Spread Some Yuletide Cheer With This Christmas Scrapbook Layout

Posted on October 5, 2020October 5, 2020 by Krislyn Mattei

Who’s ready to get festive?! If you’re ready as much as we are, then take a look at the new Christmas Spirit collection! This holly-jolly collection is inspired by the magic and merriment of the season, like singing carols, writing letters to Santa Claus and baking sweet cookies. Check out this Christmas scrapbook layout and unwrap your own yuletide ideas!

Bring on the Beach With This Tropical Scrapbook Layout

Posted on June 15, 2020June 15, 2020 by melissaullmann

Ahh, the beach — the sun shining on your face, the sand between your toes and the sounds of crashing waves make the perfect recipe for a great day! With the new Vitamin Sea collection, you can take all the aspects you love about sunny days at the beach and bring them to your spreads. Check out this tropical scrapbook layout below and get inspired today!

Soak Up Some Fun With This Summer Scrapbook Layout

Posted on June 1, 2020June 1, 2020 by Krislyn Mattei

Bold and bright summertime delights are on the horizon with the new Electric Summer collection — available now! This collection is inspired by hot days in the sun, sandy excursions at the beach and electric boho jungle vibes, making it perfect for all sorts of summer projects. Take a look at this fun-in-the-sun summer scrapbook layout and see just how this collection can amp up your albums.

Focus On Important Moments With This Camera Scrapbook Layout

Posted on May 30, 2020May 29, 2020 by Creative Memories

Sometimes, life is like a camera — you focus on what’s important, you capture the good times and you develop from the negatives. This sentiment is just one of the fun camera-themed designs that make up the Picture This! collection — check out this camera scrapbook layout and take a shot at making it yourself!

Create a Magical Theme Park Scrapbook Layout in Five Fast & Easy Steps!

Posted on February 28, 2020February 25, 2020 by Noreen Smith

You might look at the Magic Awaits collection and immediately think of amusement parks and carnivals, but the daring designs and popping palette of bright red, yellow and black make it a versatile collection that can be used for lots of different occasions! Blog contributor Noreen Smith used photos from her son’s birthday party at an indoor playground with Magic Awaits Fast2Fab™ Refill Pages and was able to put all the fun of his special day into a spread in just five steps. And the bonus? A two-page layout was completed in about 15 minutes! Here’s how:

Take a Breath of Fresh Air with this Outdoor Scrapbook Layout

Posted on February 17, 2020February 17, 2020 by melissaullmann

Have you seen the new Beneath the Pines collection yet? This forest-themed collection is inspired by woodsy winter walks, the sound of droplets dripping off bristly branches, following furry friends in the forest and spending more time outside than in. Take a look at how all your outdoor explorations can come to life with this outdoor scrapbook layout!