Hello, fellow scrapbookers! Today, I’m excited to share how I created a vibrant 12x12 scrapbook page to capture the memories of our 4th of July celebration, using Bella Blvd's Fireworks and Freedom collection. This collection is perfect for adding a splash of color to any patriotic page!
I started with an oversized photo as the centerpiece of my layout. My scrappy friend Wendy, who makes the most beautiful quilts, inspired me to create a paper quilt around the photo. I used Bella Besties paper in red, cutting out tiny quilting diamonds and alternating their patterns to make a dynamic and eye-catching background.
Next, I added some fun borders from the Doohickeys sticker sheet along the edges of the page. These little details help frame the layout and add an extra layer of interest.
No good scrapbooking page is complete without a pun! For my title, I used the chipboard word "parade" and combined it with "freedom," which I cut up to spell "don't." So, my title reads "parade don't," which takes me back to the funny moment when our dogs tried to hide under my shirt to escape the fireworks. It’s a playful way to remember that day.
To finish off the page, I cut several chipboard stars in half and placed them along the bottom to support my journaling. I also added stars on either side of the title, creating a spark-tastic effect that ties everything together.
I had so much fun making this colorful and lively page, and I hope it inspires you to get creative with your own 4th of July memories. Don’t forget to take some time this week to create something special. Happy scrapping!
Supplies used:
Fireworks and Freedom ephemera, Doohickeys sticker sheet and chipboard
Bella Besties 12x12 red and dark blue paper
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