Layout a Day: The Simple Scrapbooking Podcast

Do you have to be a great storyteller to journal on your scrapbooking pages? No! And in this video I cover several ways to add colorful journaling to your scrapbook pages, quickly and easily. Today’s video talks about hints for easy journaling.Remember, three ways to get your content this month:Here on the blog Via iTunes On the ScrapHappy YouTube channelResources mentioned in today’s episode: Pain-Free Journaling the EZ Way (my True Scrap 1 video class)All I Really Need to Know About Journaling I Learned in First Grade (Monica Bradford's True Scrap 4 video class) Today’s sponsor:About True Scrap Kids: Join us July 27 for five amazing classes, live… for the young and the young at heart! These kid-friendly and mom-approved video classes in our virtual classroom will bring out the crafty in you and your little ones. Full replays, pre-event virtual PJ party, prizes, and fun galore!

Digital scrapbooking has many benefits. It's cost-effective, fast, and fun... but one potential drawback is the question of how to add the bits and bobs of memorabilia and ephemera that pass through our lives. In this video I provide several ways for adding these fun scraps to your digital scrapbook pages.Remember, three ways to get your content this month:Here on the blog Via iTunes On the ScrapHappy YouTube channelToday’s sponsor:Introducing Scrapaneers, the online educational home for all digital scrapbooking enthusiasts! With new workshops opening each month by a league of passionate instructors, you’ll find the world’s best resources for growing your technical skills and connecting with t he heart of digital creative expression. Visit Scrapaneers today.

Using scrapbooking sketches and templates typically make scrapbooking faster. But sometimes using a detailed scrapbook sketch can actually take LONGER. This video discusses how to speed up scrapbooking with templates and sketches, and also how to personalize scrapbook sketches to your own style.(Remember you can also watch via iTunes and on my YouTube channel.)Resources in Today’s Video:Get an exclusive "Gettin' Sketchy: 10 Tried and True Sketches for Super Scrapbookers" just by "liking" our Layout a Day Facebook page!Define Your Style from A to Z course  Today’s Sponsor: Gossamer Blue is a no risk monthly scrapbooking kit club. They offer two types of subscriptions at a discounted price. One is for traditional scrapbooking and one is for divided page or pocket page scrapbooking. Subscribers have many perks including the chance to earn a free album. Head over to their site for more details.

There are TONS of fantastic scrapbook products on the market, with more coming out every day. How do we make sure we're actually using our supplies, not just hoarding them? I have some thoughts for curbing the acquisition habit, as well as some resources for you.Remember, three ways to get your content this month:Here on the blog Via iTunes On the ScrapHappy YouTube channelResources in Today’s Episode:Gretchen's class on Make Your Own Papercrafting Kits (save $5 with code "31DAYS" through 7/31) Define Your Style from A to Z Gossamer Blue Monthly Kit Club Simon Says Stamp Monthly Card KitToday’s sponsor:Simon Says Stamp, your ONE STOP SHOP!  I can personally attest that Simon Says Stamp cares about their customers and go the extra mile to make customers happy.“Offering quality products in our store is a priority.  Kelly Purkey’s new line is a testament to our high standards in design and in quality.  Kelly Purkey stamps, stickers, badges, stencils, and art parts are all made with love in the good old USA.  Our whole team is passionate about crafting and we want to share that passion with you by inspiring you!  Please visit our blog that is updated daily and you can play along our 2 weekly challenge blogs on Monday and Wednesday!  Have a “click” and stay awhile!”

How is a busy mom supposed to find time to pursue her own crafty projects when there are little "helpers" around, wanting to create their own scrappy masterpieces? It IS possible - even if it takes some pre-planning! I'll give you some hints for keeping the kids busy while you get some scrapbooking done yourself. Crafting with Kids - Making It Fun for Everyone! Remember, three ways to get your content this month:Here on the blog Via iTunes On the ScrapHappy YouTube channelToday’s sponsor:About True Scrap Kids: Join us July 27 for five amazing classes, live… for the young and the young at heart! These kid-friendly and mom-approved video classes in our virtual classroom will bring out the crafty in you and your little ones. Full replays, pre-event virtual PJ party, prizes, and fun galore! 

Is scrapbooking double-paged spreads a lost art? I say no, and in this short video I explain why we are seeing more one-page, one-photo scrapbook layouts than ever before. "Where have all the two-paged layouts gone?" Remember, three ways to get your content this month:Here on the blog Via iTunes On the ScrapHappy YouTube channelToday’s sponsor:About Capture Your 365: CaptureYour365 is a community for ideas, support, and inspiration for your everyday photography. You’ll find a welcoming community, a gallery to share your images, and classes to improve your photography in language you can understand! Katrina provides a FREE daily photo prompt.

Storing scrapbooking embellishments can be tricky, particularly with adhesive-backed elements that need to stay in their packaging. In this short video I share some ideas for storing scrapbooking embellishments so you can easily find what you're looking for. Remember, three ways to get your content this month:Here on the blog Via iTunes On the ScrapHappy YouTube channelResources mentioned in today’s episode:IKEA tower I love. ALEX drawers.IKEA CD Storage Boxes.Iris bins (on sale for like $3 this week at Michael's!). Today’s sponsor:About Simplify 101: Simplify 101′s online classes make getting organized with a professional organizer affordable, fast and fun. You’ll cut clutter and reduce stress, giving you more time for what matters most to you!

Clean and simple scrapbooking is awesome. Boring pages? Not so much! In this video I include some ideas for how to keep your pages CAS without putting the viewers to sleep. So today, we hit: “How do I create simple scrapbooking pages that aren't boring?" Remember, three ways to get your content this month:Here on the blog Via iTunes On the ScrapHappy YouTube channelResources mentioned in today's video:Paislee Press (Liz Tamanaha)Cathy ZielskePodcast Episode on Minimalist Scrapbooking Today’s sponsor:About Capture Your 365: CaptureYour365 is a community for ideas, support, and inspiration for your everyday photography. You’ll find a welcoming community, a gallery to share your images, and classes to improve your photography in language you can understand! Katrina provides a FREE daily photo prompt.

PNG. SVG. PSE. OH MY! Today's question is from someone who needs help decoding the digital scrapbooking alphabet soup. Never fear, the scrapbook superhero is here!Remember, three ways to get your content this month:Here on the blog Via iTunes On the ScrapHappy YouTube channelResources in Today’s Episode:Photobooks with Melissa Shanhun Video Class (use code "31DAYS" through 7/31 to save $5!) Quick and Easy Pages with Renee Pearson (video class from True Scrap 2) Digital classes from Scrapaneers (beginning digi classes in September)Today’s sponsor:Introducing Scrapaneers, the online educational home for all digital scrapbooking enthusiasts! With new workshops opening each month by a league of passionate instructors, you’ll find the world’s best resources for growing your technical skills and connecting with t he heart of digital creative expression. Visit Scrapaneers today.

Times change. People change. Hairlines and hemlines change. Should your scrapbook pages change to keep up with the times? Today’s video talks about when you should -- and shouldn't -- redo your scrapbook pages. Remember, three ways to get your content this month:Here on the blog Via iTunes On the ScrapHappy YouTube channelResources mentioned in today’s episode:If not my VERY first layout, this was really, really close... talk about sticker sneeze! But I LOVE IT. It's like my daughter's "potato people" drawings. It reminds me of how excited I was when I started scrapbooking and how I'd stay up until all hours of the day and night creating "masterpieces," and then leave them on the dining room table for John to see in the morning.Looking at this page is like falling in love with scrapbooking all over again. Will I ever redo it? NOT ON YOUR ORANGE-HANDLED SCISSORS, BABY!I love it just the way it is. ;) Today’s sponsor:About True Scrap Kids: Join us July 27 for five amazing classes, live... for the young and the young at heart! These kid-friendly and mom-approved video classes in our virtual classroom will bring out the crafty in you and your little ones. Full replays, pre-event virtual PJ party, prizes, and fun galore!  

Scrapbooking is like getting dressed... right down to the accessories!Today we're talking about how to embellish your scrapbook pages. I've got some good tips for ya whether you're a simple scrapper, a shabby chic gal, or the "more is better" type! (Remember you can also watch via iTunes and on my YouTube channel.)Resources in Today's Video: My infamous "Spanx" video on how scrapbooking is like underwearNichol MagouirkJennifer GallacherNoell Hyman teaches on creating embellishment clusters (from True Scrap 2) Today’s Sponsor: Gossamer Blue is a no risk monthly scrapbooking kit club. They offer two types of subscriptions at a discounted price. One is for traditional scrapbooking and one is for divided page or pocket page scrapbooking. Subscribers have many perks including the chance to earn a free album. Head over to their site for more details. 

For many people, the toughest part of scrapbooking is choosing the paper. What color cardstock? Monochromatic or contrasting patterned paper? Does this dot go with this floral? Today's video gets into the nitty-gritty of what's holding you back and helps you determine a process for moving along. Remember, three ways to get your content this month:Here on the blog Via iTunes On the ScrapHappy YouTube channelResources mentioned in today’s episode: Blog post and video on combining patterned papersA Designer’s Eye for Scrapbooking with Patterned Paper by Ali Edwards (available for $2.80 at Amazon!) Life Coach and one of my favorite friends Jennifer Louden Scrapbook Improv Today’s sponsor:About Simplify 101: Simplify 101′s online classes make getting organized with a professional organizer affordable, fast and fun. You’ll cut clutter and reduce stress, giving you more time for what matters most to you!

Pigments and solvents and dyes, oh my! Today we're talking INK... I’ll tell you the difference between the three main types of inks, and when to use which.Remember, three ways to get your content this month:Here on the blog Via iTunes On the ScrapHappy YouTube channelResources in Today’s Episode:31 Days from 2012 Solvent ink Neenah paper Copic Markers basics Scrapinar  (save $5 with code 31DAYS at checkout through 7/31/13!) Memento Tuxedo Black inkToday’s sponsor:Simon Says Stamp, your ONE STOP SHOP!  I can personally attest that Simon Says Stamp cares about their customers and go the extra mile to make customers happy.“Offering quality products in our store is a priority.  Kelly Purkey’s new line is a testament to our high standards in design and in quality.  Kelly Purkey stamps, stickers, badges, stencils, and art parts are all made with love in the good old USA.  Our whole team is passionate about crafting and we want to share that passion with you by inspiring you!  Please visit our blog that is updated daily and you can play along our 2 weekly challenge blogs on Monday and Wednesday!  Have a “click” and stay awhile!”

The most challenging part of attending a weekend crop is... The Packing! I've got some suggestions for making it simple and fun.Remember, three ways to get your content this month:Here on the blog Via iTunes On the ScrapHappy YouTube channelResources in Today's Episode:Pagemaps (for page sketches) Gossamer Blue (monthly kit club!) Digital classes from Scrapaneers "How to Make Your Own Papercrafting Kits" from Gretchen Schmidt (use code "31DAYS" through 7/31 to save $5!)Today’s sponsor:Introducing Scrapaneers, the online educational home for all digital scrapbooking enthusiasts! With new workshops opening each month by a league of passionate instructors, you'll find the world's best resources for growing your technical skills and connecting with t he heart of digital creative expression. Visit Scrapaneers today.

We take way more photos than we can scrapbook, but for me deciding which ones to scrap -- and even to take and develop -- starts way before sitting down to create a scrapbook layout. I'll explain more in today's post. "Which Photos to Scrapbook?" Remember, three ways to get your content this month:Here on the blog Via iTunes On the ScrapHappy YouTube channelHere's a great blog post I wrote on "scrapbook triage." I think you'll enjoy this take on how to sort your photos into "must scrap" and "DOA." :) Today's sponsor:About Capture Your 365: CaptureYour365 is a community for ideas, support, and inspiration for your everyday photography. You’ll find a welcoming community, a gallery to share your images, and classes to improve your photography in language you can understand! Katrina provides a FREE daily photo prompt.