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Go Wild for Paw-some Animal Tracks Crafts

Posted on July 23, 2021July 21, 2021 by melissaullmann

Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! Animals are everywhere in this world, from snow-covered mountains to the thick depths of a forest and even your very own backyard! Animals are awe-inspiring, and if you have photos and memories regarding to hiking, nature walks, trips to the zoo and camping (especially when paired with the Happy Camper collection, like these animal tracks crafts do!), then the Animal Tracks Border Maker Cartridge is a paw-some tool you’ve got to add to your craft room! Go wild!

Collect the Charms of Country Living With This Farmhouse Chic Scrapbook Spread

Posted on July 7, 2021July 6, 2021 by melissaullmann

Sure, living in the suburbs or the hustle-and-bustle pursuits of the city can have their advantages, but there’s something idyllic and comforting about being in the countryside. Vast landscapes with less traffic pollution, wildlife and nature aplenty, locally sourced goods, the expanse of starry skies at night and so much more. Here’s a farmhouse chic scrapbook spread that will make your rural moments look extra rewarding! Check it out.

This Summer Scrapbook Layout Is a Budding Beauty

Posted on July 1, 2021June 30, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

Snapdragons. Bells of Ireland. Peonies. Bluebells. Gardenias. Marigold. Dahlias. Azalea. Sunflowers. Chrysanthemum. Lavender. Myrtle. The list goes on and on and on with flowers and greenery. And just like these budding blooms and lush leaves, endless scrapbooking opportunities can always be pruned and grown, especially with the Botanical Burst collection! If you want to bloom forth brilliance with your next project, dig into that collection (including the Botanical Burst Recipe Template) by giving this summer scrapbook layout a go!

This Easy Baby Scrapbook Layout Is As Cute As a Button

Posted on June 29, 2021June 29, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

Your baby or grandbaby is here. It is an overpowering moment, for this small, already loved person’s life has begun. Welcome to the world. Welcome to your family. If you want to show off your whole wide world, then this easy baby scrapbook layout using the Outta This World collection is a perfect fit! (Cue those cute heart-melting smiles and giggles!)

Style Spherical Sensations With This Outer Space Scrapbook Spread

Posted on June 3, 2021June 3, 2021 by Noreen Smith

Here’s a fun fact: A planet is round because of gravity — their gravitational field acts as though it originates from the middle of the body and pulls everything toward it (like the spokes of a bicycle wheel). And voilà, we have a spherical celestial orb! While not as complicated as the rocky or gaseous spheres in our atmosphere, the Circle Cutter is an out-of-this-world tool that strives to ring in your creativity (just like Saturn’s rings!) with perfect circles. See how blog contributor Noreen Smith tapped into planetary precision, in tandem with the aptly fit Outta This World collection, to create this outer space scrapbook spread!

Orbit Originality With This Outer Space Scrapbook Layout

Posted on May 3, 2021May 5, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

5, 4, 3, 2, 1, 0… all creative engines running! Liftoff, we have liftoff!

You, your children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, everyone are sure to orbit into galactic greatness, for the new Outta This World collection has blasted into the scrapbooking stratosphere! This collection is as kid-friendly as it is cosmically cool. (Greetings, smiling planets, astronauts, shooting stars and spaceships!) Plus, these products are perfect not only for the aspiring Buzz Aldrin and Sally Ride, but it’s also super for projects based on the first day of school, playtime, field trips, birthday parties and more. Well, let’s buckle up and take a ride with this outer space scrapbook layout!

Revive Retro With This Vintage Scrapbook Layout

Posted on February 2, 2021February 4, 2021 by Creative Memories

The Art Nouveau movement was a popular design style at the turn of the 20th century with its curved lines, natural forms and ornamental details seen throughout architecture, interior design, jewel and glass design, posters and illustrations… and now revived in today’s era with the Art Nouveau collection! In fact, blog contributor Sachiyo Omitsu was hit with some retro inspiration when she saw the timeless elegance of this collection’s products! Take a step back in time and put forth a beautiful vintage scrapbook layout!

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!

Commemorate Time Spent Together With This Family Scrapbook Layout

Posted on December 22, 2020December 21, 2020 by Creative Memories

With the 2020 lockdown, many people found themselves spending more time than usual with their immediate family members. Lots of people transitioned to working from home. Kids adjusted to virtual learning. Perhaps there have been more shared meals and meaningful conversations around the table. Game and movie nights have picked up in popularity… and these are just a few examples! While this time can certainly be challenging, it can also leave you with a deeper sense of appreciation for the loved ones in your life. Blog contributor Sachiyo Omitsu learned a lot about her appreciation for her friends and family this year, and she decided to show her gratefulness with a family scrapbook layout made with the Natural Disposition collection. Check it out!

Make Every Moment Count With This Everyday Scrapbook Layout

Posted on December 18, 2020December 18, 2020 by Krislyn Mattei

Whether it’s a standout, special occasion or a mere moment of every day life, there’s always a reason to scrapbook! And with the Natural Disposition collection, those “ordinary” moments turn into the extraordinary with its stunning and soft designs, decorations and details that bring out the beauty in the day-to-day routine. Try out this everyday scrapbook layout and accentuate your daily life!