SUMMER FUN MINI ALBUM | with Tya

There is just something extra special about turning favorite memories into a handmade gift! Today I’m sharing this bright and cheerful little mini album I created using the Summer Fun collection . This album is going to a sweet family friend so she can flip through it again and again and remember some of the fun times we shared at the beach. One of the things I love most about paper crafting is being able to take photos and memories and turn them into meaningful little gifts for the people I love. And with all of the happy colors and adorable beach-themed icons in Summer Fun, this collection was absolutely perfect!

For the cover, I wanted to give a little peek at all the color and texture tucked inside the album. I layered several different circular elements together, mixing patterned papers, die cuts, and embellishments to create lots of dimension. I added the cute “Happy” banner from the Chit Chat die cuts, across the top along with that adorable smiling starfish, and tucked a colorful beach ball, also from the Chit Chat and the “Best Day Ever” sentiment into the layers. The bright pink paper tassel and sheer polka-dot ribbon tied onto the album ring add such a fun finishing touch. I especially love the yellow pom-pom trim peeking out around the edges—it gives the whole album such a playful, summery personality!

Once the cover is opened, you can really see all those fun layers. I used circles in several different sizes throughout the album so that pieces from the pages behind peek out here and there. I love how this makes the album feel full and interesting before you even start flipping through it! The colorful beach ball makes a great focal point on this page, and I layered the “Best Day Ever” sentiment, which is a sticker from the This and That Sticker Sheet, across the bottom. A few tiny flowers from the Island Tropics Shape Sprinkles add just the right amount of extra detail without covering up all of those cute patterned papers. 

For the next page, I knew I wanted it to be bright and sunny. The bright yellow speech bubble with the “It’s a Beautiful Day!” sentiment from the This and That Sticker Sheet, makes such a happy introduction . A few shiny blue Sprinkles add another pop of color and dimension. The bottom page features this adorable beach photo, which I cropped into a circle to coordinate with the shape of the album. I added a sunshine embellishment along with a few tiny flowers, which are all from the Puffy Icon Stickers,  to frame the photo while still letting that sweet little face be the star of the page.

I continued the circular design on the next section with another favorite close-up photo. I layered the picture over colorful patterned paper and added the cutest little  Puffy Sticker jellyfish alongside it. The “Life’s a Beach” sentiment was the perfect phrase for this photo, and the bright pink heart from the Odds and Ends,  adds another fun pop of color. On the page below, I created a larger embellishment cluster using the “Summer Fun” piece, which is a sticker from the This and That Sticker Sheet, a flamingo sticker from the Icons stickers, umbrella, beach ball, bucket and other little beach icons. I love mixing embellishments of different sizes like this—it gives such a tiny album a surprising amount of detail!

I also wanted the album to have plenty of pages that were more decorative so that flipping through it feels like a little explosion of summer. For this page, I layered a large sunshine over the colorful plaid background and added the adorable rainbow flip-flops. The die cuts are from the Odds and Ends and the papers are all from the 6x8 Paper Pad. The “Sunny Memories” sentiment says exactly what this album is all about! Below it, I used the blue polka-dot paper to really make the bright green “FUN” title stand out. I tucked the photo behind the title and added the snorkel mask, colorful fish and “Summer” word strip around it. The yellow pom-pom trim framing this page might be one of my favorite details in the entire album—it adds so much texture and whimsy!

The next spread is filled with even more beach-day happiness! For the top page, I used the colorful dotted patterned paper and added the cute  umbrella ands and bucket and shovel die cut from the Odds and Ends along with the little seagull Icon sticker. The rainbow umbrella across the top adds another fun pop of color, while the “You Make Me Smile” banner , from the Chit Chat, stretches across the page and ties everything together. I added just a touch of dimension with a shiny pink Sprinkle. On the lower page, I fit two circular photos side by side and surrounded them with tropical flowers, a palm tree, starfish and heart. These are all from the Icon Stickers and the Odds and Ends . The bold “Fun in the Sun” title along the bottom, is from the This and That Sticker Sheet, and was just too perfect for these sweet beach photos!

 

I had so much fun creating this little keepsake with the Summer Fun collection. More than anything, I love knowing that it will be given to someone special who can flip through these pages whenever she wants and remember the fun beach days we spent together. Handmade gifts filled with photographs and memories will always have a special place in my heart. Thank you so much for stopping by today! I hope this colorful little album has inspired you to pull out some of your favorite summer photos, get those memories printed, and turn them into a cute mini album of your own. Summer always seems to fly by, but capturing those sunny days in a handmade album means we can enjoy them over and over again! ☀️🏖️💕

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

8926 Summer Fun Icons Stickers

8927 Summer Fun This and That Sticker Sheet

8921 Summer Fun Odds and Ends

8922 Summer Fun Chit Chat

8907 Summer Fun Puffy Icon Stickers

8991 Summer Fun Assortment Sprinkles

8892 Island Tropics Shape Sprinkles

8925 Summer Fun 6x8 Cardstock Paper Pad

3207 Blue Jean Doodle Twine

OTHER

Circle Metal Dies

Manual Die Cutting Machine

Tassel Metal Die

Yellow Pom Pom trim

Book Ring

SUMMER FUN OUR BEACH DAY LAYOUT | with Tya

 Hello crafty friends! Tya here, and today I’m sharing a bright and cheerful summer layout featuring the adorable Summer Fun collection.

I had these sweet photos of Maddie and Ethan enjoying a summer day at Bear Lake, and I knew immediately that Summer Fun would be perfect for them. The happy colors and all of those adorable beach-themed icons were just begging to be used! I love how this layout captures that carefree feeling of childhood summers—sunshine, sand, water, and lots of happy memories.

         

Building the Background

I started my layout with a piece of white cardstock because I really wanted all of those gorgeous Summer Fun colors to pop. I added some light blue ink splatters across the background to bring in a little extra color and texture without taking away from the photos.

Along the left side, I added a strip of the fabulous Beach Towel patterned paper. I repeated the same rainbow paper on the right side of the layout, layering it with the orange starfish Seashells by the Seashore paper and that beautiful, bright blue Gull Friends paper. I love how repeating the same colors on both sides helps tie everything together while still leaving plenty of white space.

A Little Beach Scene

One of my favorite parts of this layout is the little scene I created along the lower left side. Doodlebug’s Odds & Ends are always so much fun for building these little clusters!

I layered the colorful beach sign over the rainbow strip and added the adorable striped beach chair beside it. Above the sign, I tucked in the sun, cloud, and little seagull to create a sunny beach-day scene.

And of course, I couldn’t resist adding that darling little turtle and starfish near the bottom!  They are from the Puffy Icons Stickers and the Icons Stickers. A few tiny heart accents and a flower on the chair added just a little more dimension and detail. These sweet little characters are exactly why I love Doodlebug so much!

Creating the Photo Area

For the main portion of the layout, I placed my two photos side by side on the blue polka-dot patterned paper. I kept the photos fairly large because those sweet faces are definitely the stars of this page!

I love the contrast of the bright photos against the blue background, and the white borders around the photos help separate them from all of the colorful patterns and embellishments.

At the top of the photos, I created another fun embellishment cluster using two layered tags. I tied one with some natural twine and then layered on a sandcastle die cut from the Odds and Ends, the cutest little crab Icon Sticker, and a Puffy Icon seashell.

I also added the “beach therapy” and “FUN” stickers from the This and That sticker sheet,  along with a small flower cluster. I love mixing different shapes, textures, and layers in my embellishment clusters—it gives you so many fun little details to discover!

For my title, I used the large “Our Beach Day” pieces from the Chit Chat and placed them right across the bottom of the photos. The light blue lettering was the perfect choice against the darker blue patterned paper and really helps the title stand out.

I tucked a colorful beach ball Icon Sticker beside the title and added another little flower cluster on the opposite side. Those small embellishments help frame the title and draw your eye right into the photos.

Underneath, I added my journaling about Maddie and Ethan spending the day digging in the sand and soaking up all that summertime fun at Bear Lake. I backed the journaling with kraft cardstock and finished the bottom with a sweet pink polka dot scalloped border from the This and That Sticker Sheet.

I always love including journaling and a date on my layouts. Years from now, it’s those little details that will help bring the memories behind these photos back to life.

One Sweet Summer Memory

I had so much fun creating this layout with the Summer Fun Collection! The bright rainbow colors, adorable beach icons, and playful patterns were absolutely perfect for documenting these photos of Maddie and Ethan. Looking back at these pictures from 2008 makes me especially happy that I took the time to scrapbook these everyday summer moments. Those simple days at the beach really do become some of the sweetest memories.

Thank you so much for stopping by today! I hope this layout has inspired you to pull out some of your favorite summer photos and create a colorful page of your own with the Summer Fun Collection. There are so many adorable pieces to mix, match, and layer, and I can’t wait to see what you create!

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

8926 Summer Fun Icons Stickers

8927 Summer Fun This and That Sticker Sheet

8921 Summer Fun Odds and Ends

8922 Summer Fun Chit Chat

8891 Summer Fun Assortment Sprinkles

8907 Summer Fun Puffy Icon Stickers

8933 Summer Fun Beach Picnic

8936 Summer Fun Seashells by the Seashore

8939 Summer Fun Beach Towel

8940 Gull Friends

OTHER

White Cardstock

Distress Ink

Natural twine

Kraft Cardstock

HOMETOWN USA JULY 4TH FUN LAYOUT | with Tya

There’s something so special about documenting those classic summertime memories, and this Hometown USA collection was absolutely perfect for capturing these sweet Fourth of July moments! The bright reds, crisp blues, and cheerful patterns instantly bring all the patriotic fun to life, while the adorable icons and dimensional embellishments make this page feel like a celebration all on its own. I loved combining playful layers, festive textures, and happy photos to create a layout that feels every bit as joyful as the memories themselves.

The foundation of this page begins with a simple patchwork background created from two coordinating patterned papers from the Petite Prints.  The bold red polka dots paired with the soft blue plaid create a classic patriotic color palette while allowing the photos and embellishments to really shine. A pair of blue border strips helps divide the design and draws your eye right to the center of the page.

The main focal point is filled with layers of fun! I tucked in several accordion-fold rosettes to add lots of dimension before building my title cluster on top. The “July 4th FUN” title from the Chit Chat makes a bold statement, and I surrounded it with fireworks die cuts, stars, and the cutest little Uncle Sam icon, all of these from the Odds and Ends, Bits and Pieces, and This and That stickers. Enamel stars from the Star Spangled Shape Sprinkles, heart accents, and a cute bird sticker add the perfect finishing touches while giving the entire cluster plenty of depth and sparkle.

The photo arrangement is one of my favorite parts of this layout. Instead of placing the pictures in a traditional grid, I overlapped three snapshots at slightly different heights to create movement while still keeping the design balanced. The little “Having a Blast” speech bubble from the This and That Sticker Sheet is the perfect sentiment for these silly patriotic photo booth pictures, and I couldn’t resist adding a tiny firecracker Odds and Ends die cuts along with more star Shaped Sprinkles beside the photos for one more festive detail.

To preserve the story behind these memories, I included a simple hand-written journaling card found in the Bits and Pieces,  tucked right beside the title. The lined notebook paper adds a fun, casual feel and keeps the focus on the sweet memory of Chloe and Wyatt enjoying the Fourth of July together. Sometimes the simplest journaling pieces become the most meaningful part of a scrapbook page years later. 

I love how this layout combines bright colors, playful patterns, dimensional rosettes, adorable Doodlebug characters, fireworks, and patriotic icons into one cheerful design that perfectly captures the excitement of celebrating America’s birthday. The Hometown USA collection truly makes it easy to build pages that are both whimsical and full of heartfelt memories. Thank you so much for stopping by today! I hope this layout has inspired you to pull out your own favorite Fourth of July photos and create a page that celebrates the people and moments that make summer so memorable. Happy crafting, and I’ll see you again soon! 💙❤️🤍

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

8546 Hometown USA Petite Prints Assortment Pack

8525 Hometown USA Odds and Ends

8526 Hometown USA Chit Chat

8527 Hometown USA Bits and Pieces

8501 Star Spangled Shape Sprinkles

8502 Old Glory Shape Sprinkles

8529 Hometown USA 6x6 Paper Pad

8531 Hometown USA This and That Stickers

HOMETOWN USA PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN LAYOUT | with Tya

There’s something so special about documenting the little moments that make up childhood, and these sweet photos of my bestie’s grandson were simply too adorable not to scrapbook! From his patriotic outfit to that bright, contagious smile, everything about these pictures makes me think of summertime, fireworks, and celebrating the Fourth of July. The Hometown USA collection was the perfect match, with its bold reds, crisp whites, vibrant blues, and playful patriotic icons that made this page come to life.

One of my favorite design elements on this layout is the border of punched stars that surrounds the entire focal area. I cut stars from several of the patterned papers from the Petite Prints Assortment Pack and layered them around the photos to create movement and frame the page with lots of patriotic fun. The mix of patterns and shades of red, white, blue, and soft gray adds so much interest while keeping the eye focused on those precious smiling photos. I also added a few die-cut stars from the Odds and Ends, as well as some Patriotic Mini Jewels here and there.

The title, Proud to Be an American,  found in the Chit Chat, became the perfect centerpiece for the layout. I love how the bold lettering stretches across the page and ties the two photos together while leaving room for a bit of heartfelt journaling underneath. It creates a fun visual anchor while celebrating both the holiday and this sweet little guy.

The two photos are definitely the stars of the page! I matted them with white cardstock and tilted them slightly for a playful look that complements Ben’s energetic personality. One photo captures his sweet little grin, while the other showcases his joyful laugh, and together they perfectly tell the story of a happy Fourth of July afternoon.

The adorable fireworks stand embellishment from the Odds and Ends quickly became one of my favorite clusters on the page. From the fireworks burst, tiny American flags, metallic silver stars, and the darling little boy created the perfect festive scene. It reminds me of all the excitement of stopping by a neighborhood fireworks stand before the big celebration, and it adds such a fun storytelling element to the layout.

On the right side of the layout, I balanced everything with another festive embellishment cluster featuring a sparkler, patriotic heart, layered stars, and more of those punched star accents. I love repeating design elements throughout a page because it helps create flow while adding lots of depth and dimension.

Thank you so much for stopping by today! I hope this layout has inspired you to pull out some of your favorite Fourth of July memories and preserve them with the bright, cheerful Hometown USA collection. Those summertime celebrations, family traditions, and happy smiles deserve to be remembered, and I hope you’ll have just as much fun creating your own patriotic scrapbook pages as I did making this one. Happy crafting! ❤️🤍💙

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

8546 Hometown USA Petite Prints Assortment Pack

8548 Hometown USA Textured Cardstock Assortment Pack

8543 All Stars paper

8541 Polka Dot Pride

8504 Patriotic Assortment Mini Jewels

8525 Hometown USA Odds and Ends

8526 Hometown USA Chit Chat

8531 Hometown USA This and That Stickers

OTHER

Star Punch

Silver Spray Mist

COLOR ME CRAFTY BESTIES LAYOUT | with Tya

There are some photos that instantly make me smile, and this one of me and sweet Cynthea is definitely one of them. Thirteen years ago, she took a chance on me and invited me to be part of her design team. Little did I know that I would not only become part of an amazing company, but I would also gain a lifelong friend. Anyone who knows Cynthea knows how lucky they are to have her in their circle. I am so grateful for her kindness, encouragement, and the special place she holds in my heart. The bright and cheerful Color Me Crafty collection was absolutely perfect for documenting this treasured friendship.

For the foundation of my layout, I chose a bold black Textured Cardstock background that really allows all of the colorful papers to shine. Rainbow strips from the Crafty Colors paper across the top bring in lots of happy color, while patterned layers frame my favorite photo of the two of us. I added a “BESTIE” title from the Odds and Ends across the bottom of the photo and tucked in a floral cluster to balance the design. This page is such a happy celebration of a friendship I cherish.

I love how the main focal area came together with all of the crafty details. A sticker from the This and That sticker sheet that reads “Crafty Friends are the Best Friends” anchors the lower corner of the photo, and I layered a cute camera and paintbrush on top of a ViewMaster icon underneath. These are from the Odds and Ends and Bits and Pieces die cuts. Twine tied around the brush adds texture and dimension, and all of those colorful elements perfectly capture our shared love of creating together.

At the top right of the photo, I created a bright floral cluster using oversized blooms from the Bits and Pieces. Decorative Sprinkles add a fun finishing touch and bring even more color to the page. Above the photo, I tucked in a row of colorful albums and a sweet “Love This” tab, giving the layout lots of playful office-inspired charm. The Tab is from the Bits and Pieces, and the Love This is a sticker found on the This and That sticker sheet.

One of my favorite details on this page is the border along the top. I paired the rainbow striped Crafty Colors paper with the adorable button and flower border strip from the Magical Memories paper and added black and white twine between the layers. The contrast against the black background really makes those happy colors pop. I also scattered several flower and button die cuts from the Odds and Ends around the page, tying tiny bows through them for extra texture and whimsy. Those little touches add so much movement and playful personality to the design.

Another fun detail is the sweet clipboard embellishment tucked into a pocket, both found in the Bits and Pieces die cuts. I added the purple heart sticker from the This and That sticker sheet; it adds a cute pop of dimension and reinforces the friendship theme that runs throughout the page. I love how these office-inspired elements tie in perfectly with the crafty theme of the collection.

On the clipboard is a handwritten note sharing just how much Cynthea means to me. Some friendships are truly gifts, and Cynthea is one of mine. I wanted to capture how grateful I am for her sweet friendship and the special place she holds in my heart. Including hidden journaling is one of my favorite ways to preserve those heartfelt thoughts that make these memories even more meaningful.

Thank you so much for stopping by today! I hope this page inspires you to document one of your own special crafty friends using the adorable Color Me Crafty collection. These friendships and memories are truly priceless, and they deserve to be celebrated and preserved for years to come. I hope I’ve encouraged you to scrapbook those special people who make this hobby even more wonderful—because memories like these are treasures worth holding onto. Happy crafting! 

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

9096 Color Me Crafty This and That Sticker Sheet

9090 Color Me Crafty Odds and Ends

9092 Color Me Crafty Bits and Pieces

9062 Color Me Crafty Assortment Sprinkles

9100 Color Me Crafty Garden Girl

9102 Color Me Crafty Magical Memories

9106 Color Me Crafty Perfectly Plaid

9107 Color Me Crafty Button Stash

9109 Color Me Crafty Crafty Colors

9112 Color Me Crafty Textured Cardstock Assortment Pack

OTHER

White Crochet Thread

Black and White Bakers Twine

COLOR ME CRAFTY BULLETIN BOARD | with Tya

Hello crafty friends! I’m so excited to share a project that has brought the biggest smile to my face! I’ve been seeing the adorable bulletin board trend popping up everywhere lately, and I knew the new Color Me Crafty collection would be the perfect match for this sweet pink bulletin board that is destined to hang in my craft room. Every paper, embellishment, and icon in this collection practically begged to be turned into cheerful décor, and I had so much fun bringing this happy little display to life. Let’s take a closer look at all the fun details! 

 

My Happy Place

The star of the board is definitely the large round “My Happy Place” piece. I used an embroidery hoop as the base, and then I layered several stitched circles together, using some Bubblegum Textured Cardstock and one of the colorful patterned papers from the 6x8 paper pad for the center. The oversized title from the Chit Chat creates a bold focal point, and I tied a tiny coral button from the Odds and Ends for an extra touch of whimsy. White pom pom trim around the edge and a soft ribbon hanger finished it off perfectly and added lots of texture. 

 The Crafty Life Corner

Over on the left side, I created a fun banner using bright floral paper from the 6x8 paper pad and layered a sticker from the This and That sticker sheet “The Crafty Life.” A cute paint palette, button, and glue bottle icon from the Icons sticker sheet reinforce the creative theme, and I topped the whole section off with a large striped bow made with sheer ribbon and colorful curly streamers. This section really adds so much personality and movement to the board.

 Favorite Memories Pocket

I wanted to include some special crafty memories, so I used one of the purple envelopes from the coordinating Cards and Envelopes package to create a fun pocket for my photos. I tucked several favorite snapshots inside and added patterned sticker tabs and some Assortment Sprinkles enamel dots to make them easy to pull out. Along the bottom of the envelope, I layered adorable camera, heart and instant photo die cuts from the Odds and Ends featuring rainbows, sunshine, and a colorful hot air balloon. This sweet little section captures some wonderful memories and brings even more happy color to the board.

 Mini Banner Clips 

 

One of my favorite details is the trio of tiny banner pieces hanging from oversized paper clips. Each banner was embellished with lots of dimension and texture. All of them are made with cardstock from the Cardstock Assortment.  Then the other papers are pieces that are from the 6x8 paper pad. The stickers are all from the Puffy Icons Stickers. The first features layered flowers and the sentiment “Crafty Girl.” The center banner says “Making Pretty Things” and is accented with miniature scissors, and the third showcases a sweet little girl image and a tiny cup. I finished each one with white pom pom trim and fishtail banner ends. These miniature decorations add so much whimsy and perfectly celebrate all things crafty.

 Flower Garland 

Across the top of the board, I strung black and white Chunky baker’s twine and added several flowers from the Bits and Pieces embellished with colorful buttons that are actually Puffy Stickers. The garland creates a cheerful finishing touch and helps tie all the elements together while bringing even more color to the display. 

 Creative Inspiration Bookmark

 Along the right side of the board, I added a long inspirational piece featuring one of my favorite sentiments about creativity. This is also found in the 6x8 Paper Pad.  I mounted it onto patterned paper, embellished it with Puffy Sticker hearts, and finished the bottom with an adorable camera icon from the Icon Sticker Sheet. A  coral Doodle Twine bow at the top gives it the feel of a handmade bookmark and adds another layer of charm.

 One of my favorite things about this project is all the little details. The layered flowers with buttons, colorful enamel dots, pom pom trim, oversized paper clips, baker’s twine, ribbon, and dimension throughout make every section feel special. The bright pink frame and neutral fabric background allow all those happy colors from the Color Me Crafty collection to really shine.

Thank you so much for stopping by today! I hope this cheerful bulletin board has inspired you to create some fun décor for your own creative space. The new Color Me Crafty collection is absolutely perfect for celebrating our love of crafting, and I hope you’ll pick up this adorable collection and create something special to brighten your own happy place. Happy crafting!

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

9095 Color Me Crafty Icon Stickers

9096 Color Me Crafty This and That Sticker 

9090 Color Me Crafty Odds and Ends

9091 Color Me Crafty Chit Chat

9092 Color Me Crafty Bits and Pieces

9062 Color Me Crafty Assortment Sprinkles

9097 Color Me Crafty Puffy Icons Stickers

9112 Color Me Crafty Textured Cardstock

9094 Color Me Crafty 6x8 Paper Pad

9093 Color Me Crafty Assortment Cards and Envelopes

4817 Beetle Black Chunky Twine

5629 Coral Doodle Twine

OTHER

13x17 Linen Bulletin Board

4 1/4 inch Embroidery Hoop

Zig Zag Edge Circle Metal Die

Stitched Circle Die

Large Pom Pom trim

Small Pom Pom trim

Sheer Stripe Rainbow Ribbon

Sheer Lilac Ribbon

Paper Straw 

Large Yellow Button

Mint Ric-Rac

Purple Pom Pom trim

White Crochet Thread

Paper Clips