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Sit Back And Soak Up Easy Creativity With This Summer Scrapbook Spread

Posted on August 3, 2022August 3, 2022 by melissaullmann

Summer can be a busy season. Kids are out of school, yearning to beat any at-home boredom. There can be social obligations and vacation plans, like backyard BBQs or family reunions, ever-popular outdoor weddings, camping ventures, weekend beach getaways with friends, yardwork and gardening and more. But as an iconic lyric says, “Summertime, and the livin’ is easy,” like those relaxing lay-back-on-a-hammock, soak-up-the-sun, gaze-at-the-bright-blue-sky, let-your-worries-drift-into-the-cooling-breeze moments! On that note of easy, Fast2Fab™-inspired designer papers allow you to make your summery memories in a quick, hot minute so you can enjoy more of the warm-weather months. Soak up this summer scrapbook spread and see how easy, breezy and fun it is to make!

Keep Cool With These Summer Scrapbook Projects

Posted on July 29, 2022July 28, 2022 by melissaullmann

The basic umbrella was invented more than 4,000 years ago and its early use has links back to Egypt, China and Greece, protecting people from the sun’s powerful rays and to provide shade. (And the word “umbrella” actually derives from the Latin word “umbra,” meaning shadow!) Even today, people use umbrellas or parasols to provide a bit of cooling relief during summertime (not just a rainy day item!). Well, if you want to cast some shade on your next creations, then take a look at these summer scrapbook ideas — we forecast a 100% chance of having a great time making them!

Paddle Toward A New Project With This Water Themed Scrapbook Layout

Posted on June 13, 2022June 13, 2022 by Krislyn Mattei

Water you up to today? Well, one thing for sure is that today marks a sea-nic, high-tide adventure — the latest-and-greatest collection, Serene Waters (full of water-filled wonders, painterly pizzazz and tranquil tones), has set sail! It’s perfect for showering your photos and memories of fishing trips, kayaking or stand-up paddle boarding, collecting seashells on the beach, oohing and aahing at exotic fish at aquariums, sunset cruises, watching the sunrise on the horizon and so much more. Let’s check out easy-breezy directions on how to make this water themed scrapbook layout!

Bask In This Summer Scrapbook Layout

Posted on June 8, 2022June 7, 2022 by Creative Memories

What’s on your summer bucket list? Hike some local trails? Go hammocking by the lake? Have a grill out with people on your street? Camp in the backyard? Throw water balloons at friends or run through the sprinklers? Enjoy relaxing beach days or walk the boardwalk? No matter the checklist, there’s so much to relish about the warm-weather months! Here’s another to-do to add to your seasonal docket — making this summer scrapbook layout from blog contributor Sachiyo Omitsu!

A Slice Above The Rest: Sweet Summer Scrapbook Layout

Posted on May 25, 2022May 25, 2022 by melissaullmann

A quintessential and sweet summertime staple — the hydrating watermelon! Watermelon is a treat, any way you slice it. Go to a farmers’ market during the warmer-weather months and you’ll find baskets and tables filled with the oval or spherical fruit (FYI, it’s part of the gourd family!) with a dark green, smooth rind and juicy reddish-pink pulp. And when it comes to summer picnics, BBQs, pool parties and campground meals, this delicious fruit always seems to be at the ready to consume and enjoy. Well, if you’re willing to take a bite into you next summer scrapbook project, then take a look at this sweet beauty!

Sizzle With Style: Take On The #2022MayBONUS Challenge

Posted on May 16, 2022May 17, 2022 by Creative Memories

Phew! We are feeling the heat today, for the latest collection, Sunrays for Days, is shining brighter than a summer’s day on the CM stratosphere! It’s perfect for those warm-weather and water-filled wondrous memories of backyard grill outs, beach trips and waterpark adventures, slurping up sweet and melty treats, bonfires by the lake, playing yard games with family and so much more. And to crank it up another degree or two, we also have a #2022MayBONUS challenge in the Virtual Crop Facebook Group that will set you straight to summer vacay mode. Want to learn more about it? See the details below and directions on how you can make a sizzlin’ summer scrapbook layout.

Illuminate Bright Ideas With These Summer Crafts: Scrapbook Borders and Card

Posted on July 29, 2021July 29, 2021 by melissaullmann

Early dawns, longer sunlit days, shorter nights — summer is a sun-soaked sensation of a season! Whether you’re in the Northern Hemisphere currently enjoying fun-in-the-sun memories or in the Southern Hemisphere dreaming of warm-weather delights, the Summertime collection will have you walking (and crafting!) on sunshine all year round! Check out these summer crafts — scrapbook borders and a card — and illuminate bold ideas that really turn up the heat!

Enjoy Fresh Air Flair With These Park Bench Borders and Pumpkin Borders

Posted on July 22, 2021July 21, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

Winter, spring, summer or fall… Mother Nature always calls! Each season brings their own great bouts of adventures, special moments with friends and family, fresh air fun, connections with nature, health benefits and more! Ready to take on some seasonal style with the bountiful beauties of the You-Pick-It Promo?! Then take a peek at these park bench borders and pumpkin borders!

Take On the #JulyBONUS Sketch Challenge: You-Pick-It Promo Perfection

Posted on July 19, 2021March 4, 2022 by Creative Memories

What do you get when you mix smile-worthy sunshine and snuggly sweaters? Why, TWO amazing gift bundles that you can get FREE with qualifying orders during the You-Pick-It Promo that just kicked off! Not only do we have this exclusive promo to share with you today, but we also have a #JulyBONUS challenge that you can take on in the Virtual Crop Facebook Group featuring TWO sketches! Both of the example layouts for the sketches show how you can use products from the FREE bundle(s) you can earn during this limited-time spend/get promo… let’s dive into it!

Soak Up Seasonality With This Summer Scrapbook Layout Idea

Posted on June 22, 2021June 22, 2021 by Creative Memories

Every season has perks that make it special, but there is something about sweet summertime that puts it in a league of its own. This season of sunshine is a time for carefree attitudes and activities, music festivals, bonfires, beach, lake and pool days, picnics, family vacations and so much more! With so many sunlit hours, the opportunities are endless… which means endless photo and scrapbooking opportunities! Blog contributor Sachiyo Omitsu tapped into a warm-weather activity her family enjoys playing, which is where this summer scrapbook layout idea comes into play! Enjoy!