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December Sweet Shoutouts

Hi scrappy friends! If you’re anything like me, you’ve been incredibly busy getting ready for the holidays—and you might feel a bit of relief when it’s all finished – I know I certainly will! I consciously took some time to unwind and perused the gallery earlier this week. As usual, I was completely blown away […]

Long Term Projects: Thankful 30 Album Ideas

As the days grow shorter and the year edges toward its end, there’s a natural pull to reflect on the moments and people who brought warmth, joy, and meaning to our lives. That’s where a 30 Days of Gratitude album shines—a heartfelt way to document gratitude through digital scrapbooking, perfect for new and seasoned scrappers. […]

November 13 – World Kindness Day

Greetings dear friends! World Kindness Day 2024 is a global observance dedicated to promoting and celebrating acts of kindness. This day serves as a reminder of the positive impact that kindness can have on individuals, communities, and the world at large. It encourages people to perform intentional acts of kindness and foster a culture of […]

Capturing Gratitude: 6 Seasonal Must Haves

Hey everyone!! As the air turns crisp and cozy, November invites us to focus on gratitude for life. For digital scrapbookers, this season is a reminder of the joy in capturing memories that warm the heart. It’s all about documenting those moments of thankfulness—whether it’s family gatherings, quiet moments of reflection, or the laughter we […]

October Sweet Shoutouts

Greetings sweet scrappers!! To say I’m shocked at how quickly October has gone by is an understatement!! It is finally beginning to feel a little bit like fall here in far-northern Illinois and right now; while browsing the gallery and writing this blog, I am surrounded by the yummy aroma of a scrumptious pumpkin spice […]

October 16 – World Food Day

According to Google, today we are to celebrate World Food Day. Food brings people together in a huge variety of ways, from family gatherings to first dates. Everyone has a favorite food, with varieties ranging from pizza to pasta, cookies to cakes, and all of the good stuff in between! So many amazing dishes and […]

Long Term Projects: Product Inspiration for your Albums

When it comes to long-term project albums or monthly-focused albums, selecting the right products can make all the difference. These albums are more than just collections of memories—they’re a reflection of our evolving lives. Today, I’m sharing some of my favorite scrapbooking products that will help you stay organized, inspired, and excited about your long-term […]

Option Overload: Tips to Get you Scrapping

If you’re a beginner digital scrapbooker, you’ve likely experienced the feeling of staring at a sea of paper options, embellishments, and templates, unsure of where to even begin. You’re not alone! It’s easy to get stuck in option overload when there are so many beautiful designs and endless possibilities at your fingertips. Even the best […]

September CYOA Showcase

Hello friends! Gosh, it’s hard to believe we’re welcoming in the month of October already and a new month of challenges has started! Seems that September was over in the blink of an eye!! While preparing for this post, I was blown away by the stunning layouts created by you, our amazing community for the […]

September 25 – National Daughter’s Day

Hi there sweet scrappers! According to Google, today is National Daughter’s Day … a day to celebrate and cherish the gift of our daughters. Those that bring us so much love and joy into our lives. (Of course, those of us with sons feel the exact same way, but today we are talking about daughters). […]

Spirit Week: Common Ways to Document Back to School

Hey everyone hope you’re having a great day. I wanted to stop by and share some inspiration on some common themes for documenting those back to school pages that seem to take up the gallery during this season. There are of course many varied ways to document school themed pages. I’m only going to cover […]

September 8 – National Ampersand Day

Who knew there was actually a day to celebrate the good ole’ ampersand!? The day is set to honor the “&” symbol and its importance in writing, logos and titles. I did a quick search of the shoppe and wanted to showcase some of the fabulous kits that contain our friend, the ampersand. Here are […]

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