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January 2023 Virtual Crop

Posted on January 13, 2023January 13, 2023 by Creative Memories

The first Virtual Crop of 2023 has arrived — woohoo! We’re SO excited that you’re joining us this weekend and can’t wait to share it with you!

If you’ve participated in our past Virtual Crops, you will notice that we have implemented several exciting NEW features for 2023 Virtual Crops that start with this weekend’s crop! To get a rundown of these changes (that everyone is raving about — such as measurements for the sketches!), you’ll want to start by reading the “2023 Virtual Crop Info & NEW Features” blog post.

If this is your first time participating in a Virtual Crop and you would like a quick step-by-step guide of what to expect before you jump in, you can get ALL the details on Virtual Crops in this blog post, including how to participate (in our Virtual Crop Facebook Group), supplies you’ll need, examples of challenges, the types of prizes and more.

If you’re already up to speed on what’s new for 2023 VCs, then read on!

Peruse Paradise With This Tropic Scrapbook Layout

Posted on January 9, 2023January 9, 2023 by melissaullmann

Where was your last warm-weather locale? Hawaii? Cancun? Puerto Rico? Thailand? Colombia? Port Douglas? No matter the place (or the perfect photo opportunities!), the Tropic Time collection is a one-way ticket to scrapbooking fun. You can see for yourself with this tropic scrapbook layout!

Sketch Round-Up Dec. 27- Jan. 8

Posted on January 8, 2023January 6, 2023 by Creative Memories

You may have heard of Sunday Funday and Sunday Selfie, Meatless Monday and Motivation Monday, Transformation Tuesday and Taco Tuesday, Woman Crush Wednesday and Hump Day, Throwback Thursday and Thankful Thursday, FriYAY and Flashback Friday, Caturday and Saturday Shenanigans… but you know what? Every day (no matter the occasion, big or small) is a reason to scrapbook! Well, if scrapbooking and crafting is on your agenda for today or for the week, look no further than these ideas!

Party With Pizzazz: Silver And Gold Scrapbook Layout

Posted on January 6, 2023January 6, 2023 by Krislyn Mattei

Perhaps at some point in your life, you’ve entered into an engagement or milestone anniversary party, graduation get-together, retirement soiree or a friend’s birthday party (or maybe even your own!), only to be greeted by a celebratory sign, sparkling garland or jovial bunting banner to commemorate the day for the VIP, distinguished guest. No matter the special occasion, we’re inviting you into this silver and gold scrapbook layout that will add a distinguishing touch to your next project — it’s a celebration scrapbook idea that’s ready to party on!

Blend Gradients Of Greatness With These Tonal Scrapbook Layouts

Posted on January 5, 2023January 5, 2023 by Karyn McDermaid-Rolfe

Island waters, purple ice, baby blue… it’s all here for you! Say what? Well, we’re here to tell you that the 2023 Q1 Totally Tonal Buffet is going on now! The paper packs and stickers feature gradient arrays of aquamarine, purple and blue, and they’re perfect for themes of all sorts — from family get-togethers to baby showers, birthday parties and staycations, everyday moments and more. Want to see how to put these harmonious hues to the crafting test? Then check out these tonal scrapbook layouts that are blended beauties of brilliance!

Feel Rays Of Relaxation: Tropical Scrapbook Layout

Posted on January 3, 2023January 3, 2023 by melissaullmann

It’s time to kick back, relax and soak up some rays… for we’re feeling all the sun-filled, warm breeze days at the beach, getaway destinations, poolside parties and more with the Tropic Time collection! Ready to plan an oasis of fun? Then book your ticket with this tropical scrapbook layout — it’s sure to shine a light on your warm-weather memories!

Be Your Own Guide To Easy Scrapbooking: National Park Themed Scrapbook Spread

Posted on December 28, 2022December 28, 2022 by Noreen Smith

In the 1980s, the Japanese Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries coined the term shinrin-yoku, which translates to “forest bathing” or “absorbing the forest atmosphere.” It’s the method of simply immersing oneself in nature — a practice of being calm and quiet amongst the trees, observing nature with all your senses to derive physical, mental, emotional and social health, benefits and well-being. (Sounds relaxing and rejuvenating, right?!) Well, today we’re taking a step not only into nature, but also into an easy-going Fast2Fab™ national park themed scrapbook spread that will guide you toward a great, no-stress creative journey.

December Completed Album Challenge PLUS An Elegant Silver And Gold Scrapbook Layout

Posted on December 27, 2022December 27, 2022 by Creative Memories

2022 is coming to a close, which means December is almost done… but we can’t end the month without a last hurrah of a Completed Album Challenge in the Virtual Crop Facebook Group! (Don’t worry, we’ll have plenty more in 2023.)

Need a refresher on how this challenge works? Here’s your friendly 411: If you completed an album this month (does not need to be from start to finish in December, just completed in December), make a short video flipping through your pages in your newly completed album. Then, post your video in the Virtual Crop Facebook Group with the hashtag #DecemberCropDontStop for the chance to be a winner. Add the finishing touch to your album with this elegant silver and gold scrapbook layout — it’ll really make a lasting statement!

Sketch Round-Up Dec. 12-26

Posted on December 26, 2022December 20, 2022 by Creative Memories

There have been so many wonderful, fantabulous, awesome, beautiful, creative (and more synonymous words!) projects made and posted this past year. While 2022 will soon come to a close, we all know scrapbooking never stops! Keep making memories, keep taking photos, keep that Tape Runner rolling, keep that pen to the paper, keep having fun! And an easy way to keep this up? Taking on even more ideas! Give it a go with this edition of the Sketch Round-Up.

Deliver Merry Magic With This Christmas Scrapbook Layout: Letters To Santa

Posted on December 22, 2022December 21, 2022 by Creative Memories

Every year, thousands and thousands of children write letters to Santa Claus in the hopes of winning the jolly North Pole resident over by convincing him they are worthy of certain requested gifts to be under tree on Christmas morning. To capture the merriment of this childhood rite of passage, blog contributor Sachiyo Omitsu delivered an idea that is a perfect make-your-spirits-bright package! Put your stamp of approval on this Christmas scrapbook layout!