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December Daily: Creative Alternatives

December is here, bringing the magic of the holiday season and the inspiration to document it all. For many scrapbookers, December Daily is a beloved tradition that captures the essence of the month. But whether you’re a devoted December Daily fan or someone looking for creative alternatives, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate your […]

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 […]

December 9 – Christmas Card Day

Greetings, joyful crafters! Can you believe it’s only 16 days until Christmas? Astonishing, isn’t it? Today, let’s take a moment to remember Henry Cole, the British businessman who, back in 1843, was too busy to pen individual Christmas letters to his friends, family, and contacts. His innovative thinking led to the invention of the Christmas […]

November 20 – Beautiful Day Day

According to my friend, Google, the origins of National Beautiful Day are unknown, but what is known is that it is a day to appreciate the beauty of the world. The sights, the sounds, the scenes and the gestures that we find beauty in. It might be a sunrise or a sunset. It could be […]

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 […]

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). […]

Long Term Projects: Fighting the Monotony

We create habits for all types of things in our lives: from daily schedules to exercise routines. Habits are beneficial for us and have evolved over time for the ability of our survival as humans. We settle into our habits so that we are ready to respond to new things and new environments. This helps […]

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