Elegant Vintage Mini Album, Part 1- Creating the blank Album

 Welcome to today's tutorial!

Today I'm sharing how to construct and embellish this gorgeous, vintage-inspired mini album featuring the 2026 September Card, Tag and More Kit from Tres Jolie. I will walk you through how we create the blank mini album, starting with creating the base, hinge and then the pages, I also added page inserts to give you extra areas to add in photos.  This will be Part 1 of 2 so you have time to create the blank album. 

Once we are done constructing the blank mini album we move on to using 2026 September Card Kit, to give you the finished look of this Elegant Mini Album.  
Enjoy!! ~Deb

2026 September Card, Tag and More Kit

1- Blank Mini Album

During this step-step please refer to the Video Tutorial for other details.

Measurements for the mini album 

2 cardstock pieces - 8 1 /4 x 12 adhere two ends together to create one uniform piece.
Cut 2 pcs of chipboard 8 1/2 x 6 1/4; Cut 1 pc chipboard 3 x 6 1/4 inches

Next place adhesive on the back of the chipboard pieces and adhere down leaving a 1 1/2 inch on the left and right side of the cardstock and about 1 inch from the top and bottom. Leave a 1/8 inch between each piece of chipboard when laying down on top of the cardstock. ***please watch video***

Next create the Hinge - Cut 1 pc of cardstock at 5 7/8 x 11 inches; Score - 2 5/8, 3 1/8, 3 5/8, 4 1/4, 4 3/4, 5 1/4, 5 7/8, 6 3/5, 6 7/8, 7 1/2, 8, 8 1/2 inches. Then fold back and forth ***please watch video***this creates the hinge and we adhere the valley's of the paper to create the hinge to hold the pages. 

Cut two pcs 8 1/4 x 5 7/8 inches to cover the front and back inside of the album.

Pages - 
Cut 4 pcs of cardstock - 6 x8 inches

Cut 4 pcs of cardstock - 7 x 8 inches; Score 1/2 inches with the 7 inches laying across the top of the scoreboard. 

Fold in the scored flaps and adhere down the 6x8 inch piece to the 1/2 inch flaps. This creates your pages. You will have openings on both ends. One side will attach to the hinge and the other side will hold a photo mat insert. ***please watch video***

Do this for all your pages and your album will be completed and ready for Part 2 - Paper and Decorating.

Here is a sneak peek of the mini album front using the 2026 September Card Kit, come back for Part 2 as we will be adding our pattern papers, die cuts and using some fun techniques inside our Album. 

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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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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Rustic Recipe Folio "Home Sweet Home" for Tres Jolie Kit Club

 Hi Crafty Friends,

Welcome back! Today we are crafting a gorgeous, rustic inspired "Home Sweet Home" Recipe Folio perfect for organizing your favorite family recipes, kitchen notes, and cherished culinary memories. This rustic mini folio features beautiful wooden plank textures, cozy kitchen ephemera, and a dimensional flower magnetic closure strap to keep everything securely tucked away. For this project we will used the Tres Jolie 2026 August Scrapbook Kit. 

2026 August Scrapbook Kit

Let's start by cutting some cardstock you will need 3 pieces cut at 8x9 inches.

Next Score only 2 pieces, starting at 1/2 inch then score 5/8, 3/4, 7/8, 1, 1/14 inches. You should have multiple score lines like the photo below.

*****Please follow Video Tutorial for more Details*****

Now the piece that wasn't scored will be adhered in the middle. Place adhesive or glue to the 1/2 inch scored area and adhere the middle piece to the 1/2 inch scored area. Do this for the right and left hand side. *****Please follow Video Tutorial for more Details*****

In the Video Tutorial I had cut 8 pieces of cardstock at  6 1/2 x 8 3/4 inches, I ended up cutting 10. At the center score line cut the 1/2 inch piece off, which is shown in the photo below. 

*****Please follow Video Tutorial for more Details*****

Then place adhesive on the 1/2 inch pieces and adhere down. 

*****Please follow Video Tutorial for more Details*****

I created hinges for all the pockets using scraps from the pockets we made. Cut your long strips into 1 inch strips, score 1/2 inch and fold. Adhere the folded end to the edge of the pocket fold and snip off any excess strip.

Next I covered the outside and inside of the folio. For the middle section you made this a large pocket. Place adhesive on the left, right and bottom of your middle panel and create a little notch to the top with a circle punch, using only the half of the circle. 

*****Please follow Video Tutorial for more Details*****

Next place lace down on the 1/2 inch hinge flap and add adhesive on top. 

*****Please follow Video Tutorial for more Details*****

Adhere down the pocket to the left side of the folio.

*****Please follow Video Tutorial for more Details*****

Photos below show the left and right side of the folio waterfall created using the pockets we created.

*****Please follow Video Tutorial for more Details*****

Next add a pocket below each of the waterfalls.

Cut a piece of pattern paper at 7 1/2 x 3 1/2 inches, Score at 1/2 inch on the left, right and bottom. 

Fold over and adhere down the 1/2inch flaps.

*****Please follow Video Tutorial for more Details*****

Photo below shows the pockets on each side of the folio. I also decorated each pocket using the elements from the paper collection.

Next we created a closure. Cut two pieces 1 - 8 x 1/2 inches; 2 - 8 x 1 1/4 inches adhere together. I placed 3 magnets on the inside and adhered the flower embellishment to the top (front). I also added a little pattern paper torn on the top and bottom with the other magnets underneath.

Here is the finished front with the "Home Sweet Home" chipboard piece along with the elements fussy cut from the paper collection.

Here is the finished inside.

I hope you enjoyed today's tutorial, as we constructed the base, laid down decorative paper layers, and added charming embellishments. At the end we created a beautiful handmade Rustic Recipe Folio, whether you're making a family heirloom keepsake or a thoughtful handmade gift.

 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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Vintage Scrapbook Process Double Page Layout

 Hi Crafty Friends, 

In today's video, I' sharing a step-by-step process for creating these vintage-inspired scrapbook layouts packed with texture, distressed elements, and warm ephemera using the 2026 July Scrapbook Kit. Whether you're documenting travel memories, old family photographs, or everyday moments, the vintage collage style adds so much character to your memory-keeping.

2026 July Scrapbook Kit

Layout #1

To start out I cut out all of the elements from the cut apart sheet to have the available if needed. I then cut the inside of the large envelope using an xacto knife to create an opening for my photo. I also cut an opening in the paper to slide the envelope underneath the post card that is part of the 12x12 paper images.

***View Video Tutorial for details***

Next I added some of the ephemera pieces and adhered a piece of the burlap trim under the envelop photo mat in the upper left hand corner. I also used the diamond chipboard piece and papered it using the papers from the Scrapbook Kit. 

Here is the finished Layout. I did use a large piece of the burlap trim along with a piece of ephemera on the bottom. I added other ephemera pieces throughout the layout. Photo mats measure 4 1/4 x 4 1/4 inches and 4 1/4 x 6 1/4 inches.

***View Video Tutorial for details***

Layout #2

For this second layout I cut photo mats 5 1/4 x 3 3/4 inches. I placed a few pieces of ephemera cut out from the cut apart sheets and tucked a ticket and clock under the photo mat.

****View Video Tutorial for more details****

I papered the remaining diamond chipboard pieces and adhered at the bottom of the photo mat. ****View Video Tutorial for more details****

Here is the 2nd layout finished. 

I hope you enjoyed today's tutorial, using this vintage style paper is just perfect as the paper contains so many layers of vintage style elements already you just have to add photo mats and a few ephemera pieces to create a wonderful layout that can hold new and old memories from your photo collections. Thanks for joining me.

 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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Through the Window: Elegant Altered Cigar Box for Tres Jolie Kit Club

Welcome back to Curating Memories!

In today's tutorial we are transforming a plain cigar box into a gorgeous, dimensional keepsake box overflowing with vintage charm using the 2026 June Scrapbook Kit from Tres Jolie Kit Club. We will use a rich color palette of deep purples, teals, and soft lavenders, this project is perfect for storing your favorite lace, handmade tags, junk journal ephemera, or treasured mementos. So grab your favorite crafting papers and embellishments and adhesives and let's get crafting!

2026 June Scrapbook Kit

To start out I used the purple card stock from the Card, Tag and More Kit and inked edges with distress ink Black Soot. 

After inking all the card stock mats I adhered them onto the outside of the box and the bottom.

Next I cut pattern papers and inked around the edges with the Simon Hurley break-up blue ink from the June Mixed Media Kit and adhered to the sides of the box leaving a nice border around the purple card stock. I just loved this pattern paper with the beautiful lavender and taupe colored swags they are so elegant. I used this paper for the outside of the box and the inside covering.

Next I used the solar paste from the 2026 June Mixed Media Kit and applied to the feather chipboard pieces. These turned out so good. 

Here is a photo of the top of the box decorated. I added foam tape to the back of the window and cut down the window to fit the top of the box nicely, in the video tutorial I share how to do that. I adhered the beautiful purple dress to the pattern paper that has the lovely chandelier. I then added the metal piece from a previous kit to the bottom and the chipboard feathers and flowers to the outside of the window. I added a little lace at the edge of the box for the opener.

Here is the inside lid of the box. I added some of the beautiful shabby chic ephemera along with the metal corner pieces from a previous kit.

Here is the inside of the keepsake box all finished. 

This keepsake box is elegantly created with the architectural window piece that looks into a vintage boutique scene complete with a chandelier and gown. We embellished this beautifully using the shades of violet and slate blue along with the layered feather chipboard pieces and antique-style metal filigree accents. This altered cigar box is perfect for storing treasured mementos, jewelry, or handmade items and ephemera pieces. 

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

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