New Years – Creative Memories Blog

An Ode To Opulence: Brocade Border Ideas For Scrapbooking

Posted on March 14, 2023March 7, 2023 by Krislyn Mattei

Brocade is an ornate fashion trend that has stood the test of time, originating from the Middle Ages. It’s a decorative fabric that is shuttle-woven with a raised pattern, typically featuring silver or gold thread, which exudes a feeling of timeless elegance and luxuriousness. Inspired by this stylish, scrolly sentiment, the Brocade Chain Border Maker Cartridge can make your special moments (think milestone anniversaries, dinner parties, prom, black-tie weddings and more) dress to the nines with ease. Make a fashion statement frenzy in a flash with these brocade border ideas for scrapbooking!

Be Sleek And Stylish With This Black And Gold Scrapbook Layout

Posted on February 17, 2023February 17, 2023 by Creative Memories

Ritzy gold and jet black are class acts and sophisticated in style when standing alone, but amplified to dramatic degrees of opulence, glam and elegance when paired together. This lux combo proves just that with this striking and sleek black and gold scrapbook layout from blog contributor Sachiyo Omitsu! It’s a sumptuous and special fit for memories of anniversaries, wedding receptions, milestone birthdays, Art Deco-themed parties… the lovely list goes on! The only question is — what classy (and crafty!) memories would you place on this bold beauty?

Ring In Another Year With These New Year Borders

Posted on December 30, 2022December 27, 2022 by Krislyn Mattei

Every year as the clock strikes midnight and turns the calendar page from December to January, we bid a collective farewell to the departing year and express anticipation and hope for what’s ahead. And whether you welcome 2023 with a glitzy, over-the-top bash with glittery backdrops and props or a low-key night watching the ball drop on your TV, New Year’s is always a time to remember. So once the end-of-the-year snapshots are taken, rally together your celebratory craft supplies and make these New Year borders.

Happy New Year, scrappers!

Make A Toast With This Silver And Gold Scrapbook Layout — Also Perfect As A New Year’s Scrapbook Idea

Posted on December 7, 2022December 16, 2022 by Krislyn Mattei

The right décor and ambience can really liven up a room and add elements of “wow” to your celebration or party… and get your guests in the mood for a good time! From streamers and glittery confetti, noise makers and balloons, champagne flutes and floral arrangements, you can add class to your bash in a snap! And after the party is swept away and the music dies down, make a silver and gold scrapbook layout to relive the merriment over and over again! (Psst, it’s perfect as a New Year’s scrapbook layout, like this stylish idea!)

Elevate With Elegance With This Silver And Gold Scrapbook Layout

Posted on December 5, 2022December 5, 2022 by Krislyn Mattei

Glitz and glam, sophisticated and stylish, elegant and exquisite… it’s all here and more with the the latest, chic collection — Silver & Gold! Inspired by celebratory moments like New Year’s Eve, milestone birthdays and anniversaries, engagements, galas, prom and graduation, these magnificent (and a bounty of foiled and metallic!) marvels are sure to shine special glints and glimmers to every layout and project you make. Want to toast to a wondrous moment of yours? Then take a look at this silver and gold scrapbook layout!

Label Layouts With A VIP Status With This Red Carpet Themed Scrapbook Layout

Posted on May 31, 2022May 31, 2022 by melissaullmann

Lights, camera, action! Bravo! Encore! Take a bow!

We’re not just randomly stating these words and phrases… we’re all about your star status moments, for the Showtime collection is now in the spotlight! What’s this dressed to the nines collection all about? Special moments like charity balls or galas, prom, attending a play, opera or symphony, glitzy parties, band recitals, talent shows and more — those pictures and memories that are worth a round of applause! See for yourself with this red carpet themed scrapbook layout!

2021 New Year’s Resolutions for Scrapbookers

Posted on December 31, 2020December 31, 2020 by Creative Memories

As the year comes to a close, people everywhere are starting to think about how they want the upcoming year to be different. This thinking often leads to New Year’s resolutions — goals people want to reach or new habits they want to enact. In fact, tons of people take part in this annual go-getter, do-better tradition, but did you know that about 80-percent of people fall off the resolutions track by February?

Fear not, scrappers! We are a resilient, motivated bunch! Scrapbookers mean business when striving to preserve those precious memories. So, with that being said, we’ve compiled a list of scrapbooking New Year’s resolutions that will help you get even more albums done and create even better, more meaningful projects. Three, two, one… let’s go!

Create Shimmery DIY Party Decor with Cheers and Graduation Theme Packs

Posted on December 27, 2019December 26, 2019 by Noreen Smith

Whether you’re having an epic New Year’s Eve gala or a quiet dinner party to celebrate the coming of the new decade, you’ll definitely want to have some elegant party decorations for the occasion! And when you combine the new Cheers and Graduation Theme Packs with some shimmery cardstock and a few handy tools, it’s easier than ever to create countdown-worthy DIY party decor to ring in the new year! Check out these ideas and start making some for your own get-togethers!

Toast to the Good Times with this Celebration Scrapbook Layout

Posted on December 2, 2019December 2, 2019 by melissaullmann

Uncork the midnight magic with the Cheers Theme Pack! Inspired by glitzy downtown parties with champagne and trying to stick to resolutions made, this kit adds fizzy fun to so many projects! Whether you’re saying, “Cheers” to New Year’s, an anniversary or other milestone moments, this celebration scrapbook layout is perfect for your party projects!