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Friday, August 28, 2026

Embracing Memories Scrapbook Layout Process

Welcome back!

In today's scrapbooking tutorial, we're creating a matching vintage shabby-chic 2 page layout complete with soft floral patterns, delicate lace trim, and warm woodgrain borders using the 2026 August Scrapbook Kit. As always I have the video tutorial here and the step-by-step down below. Enjoy!!

2026 August Scrapbook Kit

To start out for both 12x12 layout pages use a 12x12 cardstock from your stash and then cut down a pattern paper 11 7/8 x11 7/8 inches. Adhere the 11 7/8 x11 7/8 inch pattern paper on to the 12x12 cardstock piece. Do this for both layout.

Next cut 3 pieces of pattern paper 3 3/4 x 11 inches and adhere them down leaving a 1/8th inch in between the strips. I then took the beautiful lace from the Scrapbook Kit and adhered it to the top and bottom of the page. I also inked the edges of the 12x12 piece and the strips using Walnut Distress ink.

Next cut out your photo mats - Cut 3 @ 4 1/4 x 61/4 inches, then cut pattern paper 4 x6 inches and adhere them on top. I laid them down staggered.

Here is the finished layout with embellishments from the August Scrapbook Kit. I also painted and colored the little chipboard jar with flowers piece down in the right hand corner and added a journal card for dates and other info below if needed.

To begin the 2nd layout you'll follow the same measurements we did for the first layout. Use a 12x12 cardstock from your stash and then cut down a pattern paper 11 7/8 x11 7/8 inches.

Adhere the 11 7/8 x11 7/8 inch pattern paper on to the 12x12 cardstock piece and ink the edges.

Then cut a piece of pattern paper at 10 3/4 x 10 3/4 inches; adhere down on top of the wooden plank pattern paper.

Next cut 1 piece of cardstock @8 1/4 x 8 1/4 inches, ink edges; cut 1 pattern paper @ 8 x 8 inches adhere down onto the cardstock, inking edges. Then adhere the piece down in a diamond shape as shown below.

Add in the photo mats, cut 1 at 4 1/4 x 6 1/4 inches, pattern paper at 4 x6; cut 2 @ 4 1/4 x 4 1/4 inches, then cut 2 pattern paper pieces @ 4x4 inches. Adhere the pieces down as shown below.

Here is the finished layout showing the embellishments I used. I used the chipboard fence that is inked with Walnut Stain Distressed Ink. I fussy cut out some the flowers ad the heart. I also used the sentiments from the Card Kit sticker pack and cut flags to add a little color.

I hope you enjoyed today's tutorial, whether you're scrapbooking wedding memories, family moments, or everyday highlights, these layouts show you how to layer patterned papers, mats and die-cuts for maximum visual texture without overcrowding your photos.

 For more details on this and all project you can always view the video tutorial process, which is at the top of the page. 
Thanks again for joining me, I have all the links listed for you throughout the post so just click on the words and you will be taken directly to the store. 

Until next time, keep curating those beautiful memories. ~Deb

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Thursday, April 16, 2026

Blooms & Butterflies Easter Layout for Tres Jolie

Hi Everybody,

Join me as I document a beautiful family Easter filled with sunshine and smiles! In today's layout, I'm working with the 2026 Scrapbook Kit from Tres Jolie. I'm using a soft, vintage garden palette to frame our favorite egg hunt moments. I've focused on creating a whimsical "shabby chic " atmosphere by layering large floral ephemera, delicate, butterflies, and rustic wooden-style frames. I used a circular butterfly wreath to anchor the family portraits on the first page, and a playful garden fence detail to ground the action shots of the kids on the second. I hope you get some great inspiration from today's project.

I have the video tutorial below for your convenience and the step-by-step tutorial below.

2026 Scrapbook Kit

To get started I pulled out one of chipboard fences from the kit and inked with Walnut stain.

Next I did the same with the butterfly wreath. I left the back chipboard piece plain.

Next adhere the back and front piece together.

I then used my liquid pearls from my stash and started applying the liquid pearls inside each area of the butterflies. Let dry for a bit. It may have some cracking but just fill again and do the process over until the the cracking stops. Let the liquid pearls stand just a little bit in between applications.

***view video tutorial for more details***

Here is what the butterfly looks like once finished. I did the same for the other butterfly above.

I adhered the wreath down onto one of the pattern papers from the April Scrapbook Kit. I also adhered some of the paper flowers down as well. I am loving the look of the butterfly wreath.

Next I used the two wooden paper frames left over from the kit (as the others were used in a previous layout). Added my photos from this years family Easter gathering. I did apply foam tape (double it) behind the photos. ***view video tutorial for more details***

For the second layout. I added the chipboard fence below and then added some paper eggs around the fence from my stash.

I then arranged my photos how I wanted them to look. I like my photos a little wonky, (lol).

Here is a photo of the first layout we did using the chipboard wreath decorated with the liquid pearls. I finished it off with fussy cutting some of the leaves, flowers inside the wreath and the bird house. On the bottom I used the flower planter as a holder for my sentiment. The little easter eggs are from my stash.

Here is the second layout. I used some of the remaining paper flowers and leaves. Arranged the photos and adhered my sentiment in the middle along with some ephemera from my stash. I love the wooden chipboard fence I think it adds a nice touch to the backyard vibe of the kids hunting for eggs.

I hope you found some inspiration from today's project. Try out the new technique I shared using liquid pearls inside the chipboard area of the butterfly wreath I know you'll love it.

Wishing you all a great Crafty Day.

I invite you to check out the 2026 April Kits over at Tres Jolie Kit Club.

These kits are amazing and will get your creativity flowing.

Thanks for joining me and Happy Crafting!

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We would love to see what you create.

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Thursday, April 2, 2026

We Shine Brighter Together: Easy Layout Process

Hi everyone,

Whether you’re looking to document family memories or just love a good floral aesthetic, this scrapbook process tutorial/video is for you! 🌸✨ We are using the beautiful 2026 April Scrapbook Kit from Tres Jolie Kit Club. In today's step by step tutorial below, I’m putting together a sentimental family-themed layout titled "We Shine Brighter Together." This project features a beautiful mix of rustic wood textures, soft botanical illustrations, and just the right amount of gold splatter to make the memories pop.

Here down below I also have the video tutorial process that provides a bit more details. I hope you enjoy this quick and easy layout process.

2026 April Scrapbook Kit

For this layout I used the example that is one back sheet in the lower left hand corner. I then fussy cut out all the elements I needed to create my layout. Some of the ephemera pieces on the layout example I didn't use I replaced with other's, but you can interchange any or all the ephemera pieces to create your own unique layout.

After I cut out all the frames I cut out some of the 12x12 pattern paper to place on the back of the frames and adhered some foam tape on top so I can slide my photos inside easily.

**Remember to leave on side open to slide in your photos.

Next adhere the back the frame. (shown below)

Here is what the layout is looking like prior to adding any of the ephemera pieces on.

Here is what I added onto the layout. You can see I added some extra florals, foliage, added some other images, a book, plant and acorn. ***View video tutorial for more details***

Here I added some gold paint splatters around the layout, on the frames, flowers and other areas. On this 12x12 sheet there are gold splatter images on the paper but I thought I would add some more.

I also added some gold little dots to the inside of the flowers and surrounding areas where I thought it could use some gold.

Here is the finished layout and below I have more images showing each area of the wreath layout.

I hope you found some inspiration from today's project. Adding subtle gold splatters for the touch of elegance and shimmer provides a warmth and cozy imagery like the lit candle and acorns give the page that homey vibe. The layout features a multiple generations, showing how to balance four different photos on one 12x12 layout page without it feeling cluttered.