HOMETOWN USA JULY FAMILY FUN LAYOUT | with Inessa

There is something about red, white, and blue that always inspires me to get creative, and the Hometown USA collection was the perfect choice for documenting these patriotic memories! For this layout, I wanted to create a design that had the feel of a quilt—but with a modern scrapbook twist. The result is a fun background full of diagonal patterned paper strips, lots of texture, and plenty of dimension.

I began with the Red, White & Blue patterned paper as my background. The diagonal lines in the design made it easy to use as a guide for cutting each of my patterned paper strips. Instead of measuring everything, I simply placed each paper on top of the background, marked where I wanted the cuts, and trimmed each strip individually.

My first strip came from Land of the Free, starting in the upper right corner. The second strip is Plaid to Be an American, cut to approximately 1½ inches wide. Next came Picnic Plaid, followed by the floral side of that same paper. I finished the design with Polka Dot Pride, creating a colorful patchwork effect across the page.

Before adhering the strips, I distressed all of the edges to add texture. Once everything was in place, I stitched over the entire design using silver thread, which perfectly complements the gorgeous silver foil accents throughout the Hometown USA collection.

For my photos, I printed them at 2×3 inches and matted each one with textured white cardstock. I then layered the photos onto tags from the Bits and Pieces pack before attaching everything to the layout with foam adhesive for extra dimension. I love how the tags help the photos standout while adding another layer of interest.

To finish the page, I tied a variety of ribbons and twine to the tags from my stash before building embellishment clusters around the photos. My title comes from the Chit Chat pack, while the remaining embellishments are a combination of Odds & Ends and Bits and Pieces pieces.

One final detail that really brings everything together is the addition of stars from the July 4th Shaker Pops. I originally planned to use the large shaker embellishment, but I ended up choosing the tiny star accents instead. They were the perfect finishing touch, adding just the right amount of sparkle.

I absolutely love how this layout came together! The diagonal paper strips create the look of a quilt while still feeling fresh and modern, and the layers, stitching, and dimensional embellishments add so much texture and interest. I hope this project inspires you to pull out your Hometown USA collection and create your own patriotic memories. Thanks so much for stopping by, and I'll see you again soon!

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8535 plaid to be an american paper

8536 land of the free paper

8541 polka-dot pride paper

8540 red, white & blue paper

8537 picnic plaid paper

8527 bits & pieces

8526 chit chat

8525 odds & ends 

8506 july 4th shaker-pops

3402 lily white cardstock

HOMETOWN USA SUMMER TRADITION LAYOUT | with Inessa

There's something so classic about a red, white, and blue color palette, and the Hometown USA collection makes it even more special with beautiful silver foil accents that add just the right amount of sparkle!

For this layout, I wanted to create a bold focal point, so I started by using nested star-shaped dies to cut several stars from the patterned papers in the 6x6 paper pad. To give them extra dimension, I layered each star with foam adhesive. On three of the stars, I added stitching using coordinating silver thread, which ties in perfectly with the silver foil details throughout the collection while adding a fun bit of texture.

I arranged the stars along the left side of a sheet of white cardstock and then created a playful background by using an entire pack of the star spangled shape sprinkles. They add so much interest while reinforcing the patriotic theme of the collection.

My 4x6 photo is matted with both white cardstock and the blue polka dot pride patterned paper to help it stand out from the background. I finished the page with title words from the Chit Chat pack, along with a few additional embellishments from the Bits & Pieces pack, including a tab, plus a banner from the Chit Chat pack to complete the design.

One of my favorite things about this layout is how quickly it came together! Every patterned paper you see was cut from the 6x6 paper pad with exception of the blue polka dot. It's a great reminder that you can create a layered, eye-catching scrapbook page using just the smaller paper pad and a few coordinating embellishments.

I hope this layout inspires you to pull out the Hometown USA collection and document your own favorite patriotic memories!

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8529 hometown usa 6x6 paper pad

8527 hometown usa bits & pieces

8526 hometown usa chit chat

8501 star spangled shape sprinkles

8541 polka-dot pride double sided cardstock

3402 lily white cardstock

COLOR ME CRAFTY - CRAFTY FRIENDS LAYOUT | with Inessa

I'm back with my second 12x12 scrapbook layout featuring the Color Me Crafty collection! It's perfect for documenting all of your crops, craft days with friends and events. 

I started with the "plaid it's purple" paper as my foundation. Next, I trimmed a sheet of lily white cardstock to approximately 11½" x 11½" and adhered it to the pink floral side of the "rows of ribbons" paper.  I trimmed around it leaving about a ⅛" border around the edge.

 

For the focal point of the layout, I cut out two tags from the "colorway" paper. After hole punching the tops, I threaded them with limeade and cupcake doodle twine. I added 3" x 3" photos to the front of each tag and layered them on the right side of the layout. When positioning the tags, be sure to leave some room above and below for embellishments, banners, florals, and the title.

On the left side of the page, I created a decorative accent using a block from the "crafty colors" paper. To give the appearance that it was wrapped around the page, I added cupcake doodle twine across the top and bottom and finished it with small bows for an extra touch of whimsy.

For the title, I used the chit chat pack to spell out "Crafty Friends." The title is adhered with foam adhesive to add dimension and help it stand out from the background.

To finish the layout, I embellished with florals from the Bits and Pieces pack along with a mix of BFFs and Tools of the Trade doodle pops. The dimensional embellishments add so much personality and tie the crafty theme together perfectly.  A few puffy icon hearts and sprinkles add cute and fun details.

This bright and cheerful design is a great way to celebrate the special friendships we make through crafting while showcasing favorite photos from crops, retreats, and creative adventures together.

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9101 rows of ribbons double-sided cardstock

9103 colorway double-sided cardstock

9109 crafty colors double-sided cardstock-1

9099 plaid it's purple double-sided cardstock

9096 color me crafty this & that cardstock stickers

9092 color me crafty bits & pieces

9091 color me crafty chit chat

9077 color me crafty puffy icons

9062 color me crafty assortment sprinkles

9068 bff's doodle-pops

9071 tools of the trade doodle-pops

3402 lily white cardstock

2986 cupcake doodle twine

2990 limeade doodle twine

COLOR ME CRAFTY MEMORIES LAYOUT | with Inessa

Today I’m sharing a colorful 12x12 scrapbook layout featuring the brand new Color Me Crafty collection! This collection has the most gorgeous color palette and celebrates all things scrapbooking, which makes it an absolute favorite of mine.

Since this collection is all about our creative hobby, I knew it would be perfect for documenting a special event I had the opportunity to teach at this past February alongside Cynthea and several other talented educators that many of you know and love. It was such a wonderful experience and one I definitely wanted to preserve in my scrapbook.

To create the layout, I started with a sheet of Lily White cardstock. I added strips from the magical memories paper along the top and bottom edges of the page and then layered scallop sticker borders above each strip. I absolutely adore the rows of ribbons paper in this collection, so I fussy cut each color scallop and arranged them across the page, starting about 2½ inches from the bottom.

For my photo, I used a 4x4 image and matted it with the colorway paper and a layer of white cardstock to help it stand out against the colorful background. Once my photo was in place, I began building embellishment clusters around it.

I popped up many of the embellishments with foam adhesive to add dimension and gently bent the flower petals and leaves for extra texture. I also incorporated several doodle pops and a tab element to help create layers and visual interest around the photo.

To finish the layout, I added sprinkles and some of the adorable tiny puffy flower stickers throughout the page. One of my favorite details was placing the puffy flower icons in the centers of the larger flowers to give them a little extra zhuzh.

For the journaling details, I used the typewriter Doodle Pop to document the location and date of the event. I also added my name to the "Hello My Name Is" lanyard located within the embellishment cluster at the bottom left of the photo. I love taking advantage of this little detail whenever possible because it adds a fun, personal touch to the page. It's one of those small details that helps tell the story and makes the layout feel uniquely mine.

I had so much fun creating this layout and documenting such a special memory. I hope it inspires you to pull out your favorite crafty photos and create something colorful and meaningful with the Color Me Crafty collection. I can't wait to see what you create and share!

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9101 rows of ribbons

9102 magical memories paper

9103 colorway

9096 color me crafty this & that cardstock stickers

9092 color me crafty bits & pieces

9090 color me crafty odds & ends

9077 color me crafty puffy icons

9062 color me crafty assortment sprinkles

9066 just a note doodle-pops

9073 making memories doodle-pops

3402 lily white cardstock

BUTTERFLY KISSES SPRING MINI ALBUM | with Inessa

Today I’m sharing the sweetest little spring mini album using the beautiful Butterfly Kisses collection! This collection is absolutely perfect for documenting all those happy spring memories, and I decided to fill mine with favorite photos of my family and, of course, our adorable pup Paisley.
For the base of my project, I used a metal die cut set with decorative oval shapes that measure approximately 4x5 inches. After cutting all of my pages, I simply punched two holes along the sides and bound everything together using two ring binders from my stash. I love how easy and customizable this style of mini album is!

To create the pages, I used the 6x8 paper pad to die cut the ovals. For the front cover, I chose the Butterfly Kisses color-fetti paper from the 12x12 collection pack because I wanted a sturdier cover with extra thickness. I already had some leftover paper from a previous project, which made it the perfect choice! I also doubled up the back page to give the album a nice substantial feel.

For the cover design, I added the adorable cup of cheer doodle pop and layered stickers below and directly onto the cup for extra detail and dimension. To finish it off, I tied on ribbon and a tassel for even more texture and fun. I just love the playful look it adds!

Inside the album, I used one of the metal dies to cut out my photo on the first page and then decorated it with cardstock stickers. As you flip through the album, you’ll see a variety of embellishments including cardstock stickers, icons, mini icons, shape sprinkles, bits & pieces, odds & ends, and a few more doodle pops sprinkled throughout the pages. Towards the end of the album, I also added a couple of puffy word stickers for extra texture and detail. 

I truly love how this little album turned out, and I hope it inspires you to create something special with your own spring memories! This would make such a thoughtful handmade gift for your mom, grandma, or a friend. It would also be perfect for documenting birthdays, Mother’s Day, or any meaningful occasion worth remembering.

Thanks so much for stopping by today, friends. I hope you have a wonderful day and feel inspired to create a fun little treasure of your own! Happy crafting 💕

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8807 butterfly kisses cardstock stickers

8801 butterfly kisses odds & ends

8803 butterfly kisses bits & pieces

8806 butterfly kisses cardstock icons

8813 color-fetti paper

8776 cup of cheer doodle-pops

8782 hoppy to see you doodle-pops

8773 flower garden shape sprinkles

8786 butterfly kisses mini icons stickers

8805 6x8 paper pad

8788 butterfly kisses puffy words

2991 swimming pool doodle twine

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ribbons

charm dangle

binder rings
Oval Dies

BUTTERFLY KISSES HAPPY MEMORIES LAYOUT | with Inessa

Today I’m sharing a layout using the Butterfly Kisses collection, and I just have to say—I’m completely in love with these patterns and the soft, pretty color palette. It’s one of those collections that instantly makes your photos feel light, happy, and full of charm.

For the background, I wanted to do something different and bring in patterns and texture, so I created it using patterned paper strips. I cut my papers into 2-inch by 12-inch strips and adhered them across the page. I used two pieces of the Garden Party paper along with Rainbow’s End, Butterfly Kisses, and Color-fetti. Mixing those patterns together gave the layout a playful but still cohesive look.

My photos are matted on the pink side of the Butterfly Kisses paper, which really helps them stand out while still keeping everything soft and pretty. I placed them right in the center of the layout to keep the focus on the memories.

For embellishing, I pulled pieces from the Odds & Ends and Chit Chat packs to build my title and clusters. I love how easy it is to mix these elements together to create something that feels full without being overwhelming. To finish it all off, I added the cutest Doodle Pops—Good Day Sunshine and Butterfly Kisses—which bring in that extra pop of dimension and fun.

I absolutely love how this layout turned out. It feels bright, soft, and full of happy details. I hope this inspires you to dig into your supplies, play with patterned paper strips, and create something you love.

Happy crafting 💕

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8807 butterfly kisses cardstock stickers

8801 butterfly kisses odds & ends

8802 butterfly kisses chit chat

8809 butterfly kisses paper

8815 rainbow's end paper

8818 garden party paper

8813 color-fetti paper

8780 good day sunshine doodle-pops

8777 butterfly kisses doodle-pops

3402 lily white cardstock 

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