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Make Eerie-sistible Memories: Halloween Scrapbook Ideas That Are Fa-BOO-lous

Posted on October 30, 2022October 31, 2022 by Creative Memories

It doesn’t matter if you’re 10 or 100 years old, Halloween is all about trick-or-treating! Well, today we’re all about the treat part of things, for we have a round-up of great Halloween scrapbook ideas and projects to prepare you for this spooky-meets-sensational occasion! That’s right — get your chocolates, sugar-coated candies, lollipops and more and divulge in these ideas that will have you go bat-crazy! Happy Halloween!

Witch-ing You a Ghoulishly Good Time With These Halloween Scrapbook Ideas

Posted on October 29, 2021October 29, 2021 by Creative Memories

The spine-tingling time is nearly here — upon the moonlit horizon is Halloween! And since All Hallows’ Eve falls on a Sunday this year, we want to celebrate all weekend long (or shall we say, Halloweekend!) with some eerie-sistible scrapbooking treats. In fact, with the bounty of activities going on this time of year, from carving spooky pumpkins to binge-watching horror flicks and dressing up to the nines in fun or frightful costumes, you’re going to need all weekend to preserve these magical moments! So unwrap some mini candies and chocolates and enjoy these wicked-awesome Halloween scrapbook ideas. Happy haunting!

Gather ’Round the Merriment: Christmas Scrapbook Layout With a Wreath Making Technique

Posted on October 22, 2021October 24, 2021 by Creative Memories

Who out there is pining to trim a tree, don your door with a welcoming wreath, illuminate the neighborhood with twinkling lights, artfully construct a sweet gingerbread house or hang stockings by the chimney with care? Well, decking your halls and putting up Christmas decorations earlier actually makes you happier according to health experts.

Well, today we’re taking that very merry scientific study and putting it to the test with this Christmas scrapbook layout with a wreath making technique from blog contributor Sachiyo Omitsu! (It’s sure to bring happiness and cheer!)

Snuggle Down With This Fall Scrapbook Layout And Bear Craft

Posted on October 12, 2021October 12, 2021 by Creative Memories

Apple picking, hayrides, bonfires, crisp breezes, snuggly scarves, pumpkin-spiced drinks, foliage drives — there’s so much to admire about autumn! In fact, blog contributor Sachiyo Omitsu loves this time of year and wanted to show that appreciation with a fall scrapbook layout (with an added bonus of a bear craft upon it!). Build this autumnally awesome and creatively cute layout with your bear hands today!

Hit the Books With These Back-to-School DIY Bookmarks

Posted on September 8, 2021September 8, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

It’s that time of year again — school is back in session in North America! And a new school year means new school supplies, so why not corral the kiddos to craft a few of their own? With reading assignments and textbook studies already in the pipeline, your A+ bookworms are going to need to mark their places in their books and to keep the chapters moving forward! Back to school is totally cool with these DIY bookmarks that you and your students, kiddos, grandkids (and yourself!) can make — from corner flags to popsicle markers… no more dog-earing the corners!

Spiral Into Wondrous Whirls With These DIY Paper Crafts

Posted on June 9, 2021June 9, 2021 by Creative Memories

Spirals and swirls are prevalent throughout many aspects of life, from whirling weather patterns to mollusk shells and galaxies far, far away, as well as some sweet treats like chocolate babka (and a few others listed down below)! Blog contributor Sachiyo Omitsu’s brain was spinning for swirls and made some DIY paper crafts — including a mobile with her kid! So round and round and round we go, where the spiral stops — that’s up to you!

Bring on a Paper Party With These DIY Birthday Cards

Posted on May 13, 2021May 13, 2021 by Creative Memories

The lights dim and suddenly a cake, aglow with candles, is brought out and melodious singing fills the air. The recipient’s face lights up as a sweetly decorated cake is placed in front of him or her. The song ends and someone yells “Make a wish!” The recipient closes their eyes momentarily — huff! The candles are blown out… and it’s time to get the birthday party started!

Just as important as the candles and cake are on birthdays, so are cards! For a special handmade touch, opt to make your next birthday card rather than picking up a generic store-bought card — your friends and family members will surely appreciate the beautiful keepsake and be awestruck by your crafty talent. (Shhh, no need to tell them just how easy it was to make!) Blog contributor Tina Kistinger shows off three DIY birthday cards that look like they could be presents themselves! Take a look below — it’s time for a cardmaking celebration!

This Gemstone Scrapbook Layout Is a Rock-Solid Stunner

Posted on March 9, 2021March 9, 2021 by Creative Memories

From stories of pirates searching for precious valuables from long ago to miners sifting and panning for gold or silver to those buried backyard quests we played as kids, there’s something exciting and revealing about a good old-fashioned treasure hunt. A few years ago, blog contributor Sachiyo Omitsu and her family went on a trip and visited a mine, which unearthed a new fascination of the hidden treasures of geology and gemstones. As for Sachiyo? Well, it inspired this gemstone scrapbook layout! Rock on, scrappers!

Marvel at This Magnificent Mandala Scrapbook Layout

Posted on January 14, 2021January 14, 2021 by Creative Memories

Mandala, (Sanskrit for “circle”) not only flaunts as a beautifully artistic, geometric design, but can also be a powerful spiritual symbol used in ceremonial rituals, worship, sacred art and meditation. For blog contributor Sachiyo Omitsu, her children have created many painted crafts based on dot mandalas, so she was inspired to turn that circular concept into an eye-catching (and elegant!) mandala scrapbook layout — featuring the dazzling Mandala Burst Border Punch, of course!

Perfect the Pine With This DIY Christmas Tree Garland

Posted on December 10, 2020December 10, 2020 by Creative Memories

Who says scrapbook supplies can only be used for scrapbooking? For a creative person, these supplies are a blank canvas for all sorts of unique projects, including Christmas decor! Garlands are such a festively fun way to deck out your home — wrapped around a tree, atop the mantlepiece, down the banister and more — and blog contributor Tina Kistinger decided to give the good ol’ fashioned garland her own crafty twist as a mini DIY Christmas tree garland using Creative Memories products!