Tuesday, July 14, 2026

HOMETOWN USA CUTE SPIDERMAN LAYOUT | with Tarrah

Some scrapbook pages simply make you smile the moment you look at them, and this Cute Spiderman layout is one of those projects that bursts with personality. Created with the Hometown USA collection, it blends patriotic charm with playful superhero flair—perfect for capturing a child’s imaginative spirit.


At the heart of the page is a circular photo of my son with his face-painted as Spider‑Man, and the surrounding design brings that moment to life. The bold reds, crisp whites, and classic blues from Hometown USA set the tone, creating a vibrant backdrop that feels both nostalgic and celebratory. The patterned papers—stars, stripes, balloons, and fireworks—add movement and excitement, echoing the energy of childhood play.


The mix of die‑cuts, stickers, and cardstock shapes from the Odds and Ends, Bits and Pieces  and This and That sticker sheet creates a dimensional collage that frames the photo beautifully. Sentiments like You’re My Hero, Cute Spiderman, and You’re the Bomb! add personality and help tell the story without overwhelming the design. Small embellishments such as stars, speech bubbles, and playful icons bring in that signature Doodlebug whimsy.


Whether you’re documenting patriotic holidays, superhero adventures, or everyday snapshots of childhood, the Hometown USA collection offers endless possibilities. Its cheerful patterns and bold color palette make it easy to build layouts that feel lively, cohesive, and full of heart.


If you’re looking for a collection that blends classic Americana with playful storytelling, Hometown USA is a perfect choice. This layout is a reminder of why we scrapbook—to capture the magic of ordinary days and turn them into keepsakes that last.


Thanks for stopping by today! Happy crafting!


DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

8525 Hometown USA - Odds & Ends pack
8526 Hometown USA - Chit Chat pack
8527 Hometown USA - Bits & Pieces pack
8531 Hometown USA - This & That Sticker Sheet
8514 Hometown USA - Puffy Stickers - Icons
8501 Hometown USA - Sprinkles - Star Spangled
8543 Hometown USA - Blast of Blue patterned paper
8548 Hometown USA - Textured Assorted Cardstock
8504 Hometown USA - Mini Jewels - Patriotic Assortment
8508 Hometown USA - Doodle Pop - Blue Birds
8505 Hometown USA - Freedom Fireworks
8529 Hometown USA - 6' x 6' paper pack

OTHER

Circle punch
Circle dies
Sewing machine
White cotton thread
Black journal pen
Black mist

Monday, July 13, 2026

HOMETOWN USA TAG MINI ALBUM | with Kathy

I love a tag mini album.  They are such a great way to document your favorite photos without a lot of fuss!  And since the Fourth of July is a great photo opportunity, I thought it would be perfect to create a fun 4th Tag Mini using the Hometown USA Collection.  Take a peek...


I created my cover using some of the Festive Fireworks Heavyweight Acetate.  I added some silver cardstock from my stash and the adorable July 4th Shaker Pop.  The Happy was created with Ladybug Alphabet Soup Stickers.  I love the shine!


I started my pages with a fun tag from the Bits & Pieces, adding an Icon Sticker and a sprinkle heart from the Land that I Love shaped sprinkles.


For my remaining pages, I cut a stitched rectangles using dies from my stash as photo spots.  I then decorated with a variety of goodies including This & That Stickers, Odds & Ends, Icon Stickers, Mini Icon Stickers, Puffy Icon Stickers, Shaped Sprinkles, Bits & Pieces, and Chit Chats.





Now all I need to do is get my holiday photos printed!  And because everything is more fun when you can see it in action, I created a quick video flip through for you...

That's it for me today, I'll be back soon with some more Hometown USA inspiration.


DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

8506 july 4th shaker-pops
8513 hometown usa mini icons stickers
8514 hometown usa puffy icons stickers
8516 land that I love just charming clip
8525 hometown usa odds & ends
8526 hometown usa chit chat
8527 hometown usa bits & pieces
8530 hometown usa icons sticker
8531 hometown usa this & that stickers
8532 festive fireworks heavyweight acetate
8535 plaid to be an american double-sided cardstock
8536 land of the free double-sided cardstock
8537 picnic plaid double-sided cardstock
8539 summer celebration double-sided cardstock
8540 red, white & blue double-sided cardstock
8541 polka-dot pride double-sided cardstock
8546 hometown usa petite print assortment pack
7392 ladybug alphabet soup puffy stickers

OTHER

Silver Cardstock
White Book Ring
Rectangle Stitched Dies
Square Stitched Dies

Friday, July 10, 2026

HOMETOWN USA JULY 4TH SUMMER LAYOUT | with Conny

Hello crafty friends, It’s Conny here from The Daily Life of Creativity -Hope you all had an amazing 4th of July weekend! Today I’m sharing a fun 12” x 12” layout using the HomeTown USA Collection.
I wanted to document this sweet memory of Savanna and me at a Fourth of July party. We stopped for a little photo shoot, and I absolutely love looking back at these moments and seeing just how much she has grown over the years.



Let’s get started! One of my favorite ways to use the Shadow Box Insert kit is as the foundation for a layout. It creates the perfect starting point for building a large embellishment cluster. I’m really into circles right now, so when I saw the circular design in the Shadow Box Insert, I knew it would make a great focal point. I started by trimming the vellum included in the kit into a 7-inch circle. Then I followed the printed guide to layer all of the stickers and Sprinkles, creating a full and colorful cluster. Next, I cut an 8-inch circle from the Blue Jean Floral Graph Petite Prints paper and adhered it behind the vellum circle, making sure everything was centered.


For the background, I used an 11” x 11” sheet of white cardstock from the HomeTown USA Solid Assortment and centered both circles on the page. To finish the layered background, I trimmed the Plaid to Be an American paper to 11½” x 11½” and mounted it onto the 12” x 12” Ladybug Plaid Polka Dot paper. The rest of the layout came together by tucking embellishments around the circle. I finished by adding my photo, the “July 4th” and “Summer Memories” titles, enamel dots, stars, and a few splatters to bring everything together.


I hope this layout inspires you to use your Shadow Box Inserts differently and document some of your favorite summer memories. Thanks so much for stopping by today, and I’ll see you next time! Happy crafting! 



DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

8535 Plaid to be an American
8095 Ladybug Plaid- Polka Dot
6100 Blue Jean Floral- Graph
8549 HomeTown USA Shadow Box Insert 
8529 HomeTown USA Paper Pad
8548 HomeTown USA Solid Assortment 
8525 HomeTown USA - Odds & Ends
8526 HomeTown USA- Chit Chat 

OTHER

Foam Adhesive 
Liquid Glue 
We R Memory Keepers Circle Maker
Fired Brick Distress Spritz 

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