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May Documented Layout Using My Life 365 May and a Sketch

Hi crafty friend! It's Rebeca Ruiz, and I'm thrilled to share with you a layout I created using the My Life 365 collection by Bella Blvd. This beautiful collection is a great way to highlight special moments of every month in a fun way. For this layout, I accepted the challenge of using the May products in the My Life 365 collection and a sketch to document an important memory of this month. So, let's take a closer look at the layout while I tell you all the details about it.

The sketch I used for this challenge is from Page Maps. After a break, they are back, sharing new and inspiring sketches like this one I selected from May 2025. When searching for the sketch, I was looking for one where I could use those two photos of my daughter, and also, the tags in the collection. I made a few changes to adapt the sketch to my photos' orientation and the products, but the main idea is visible. 

 

For the background, I selected white cardstock to help the colorful papers stand out in the layout. Then, I backed it with a Bella Besties teal cardstock to create a frame around the page. This is a technique I love to use in my projects. It's something simple, but it makes a great difference in the appearance of the layout. An easy way to select a color for the frame is to coordinate it with a main color in the photos to help them capture the viewer's attention.

Once the background was ready, I started adding the patterned papers to it. Since my daughter's dress is colorful, I chose a Bella Besties yellow cardstock for the central area. The subtle pattern in the paper allows the photos to pop in the layout. Then, I matted the photos using a colored stripes patterned paper from the collection, and the pink gingham paper from the Bella Besties. Behind the yellow paper, I added a strip of floral paper to have a peek at the sides of the photos. It is a busy paper, but since only a small portion can be seen, it helps the layout be more fun and colorful.

 

The sketch suggests using two scalloped borders, but I made changes to make it work for the products I was using. Above the photos, I cut a border with big scallops using a pink Bella Besties cardstock. Below the photos, I used a hearts border I fussy cut from the May paper in My Life 365 collection. 

After that, I started embellishing the layout. The tags are also from one of the papers in the collection. The flower arrangement in the Polaroid photo is from the Bella Pops. The title is from My Life 365 Ephemera Words and the stickers. The other embellishments are from My Life 365 Ephemera Icons, Bella Pops, Puffy Stickers, Ciao Chip, and Epoxy stickers. When creating the clusters, I like to mix different products to create texture in the layout. I play with them to find the perfect placement and use foam tape to add dimension to some of them.  

Thank you very much for visiting the blog. I hope you like this layout, and it inspires you to craft. Come back soon for more inspiration!

 

Products used:

My Life 365 Collection Kit

My Life 365 Doohickey

My Life 365 Ciao Chip

My Life 365 Ephemera Icons

My Life 365 Ephemera Words

My Life 365 So Much Love Epoxy

My Life 365 Epoxy Dots

My Life 365 Puffy Stickers

Bella Besties Gingham and Stripes Cardstocks

Bella Besties Freehand Graph & Dot Cardstocks

Summer Layout mixing Bella Blvd products | by Dorymar Perez

Hi friends, it's Dorymar! Today, I'm excited to share a colorful summer project with you. As you know, Bella Blvd offers a fantastic variety of products, and I’m showcasing an 8.5 x 11 layout featuring the June papers from the My Life 365 collection, beautifully combined with the Bella Besties and Luna Alphas.

For my layout, I used the June paper as the base and placed a sheet of white cardstock on top. I then created some splashes with a little blue ink for added texture. To build my layers, I incorporated papers from the Bella Besties Graph & Dot collection, specifically Bell Pepper, and Gulf paper matches with the Summer Picnics paper.

Since this is a summer layout, I wanted to simulate waves. I achieved this by using a 1" circle punch to cut out circles, then I cut approximately 2" strips from the graph paper and inked the edges for a finished look. I applied these strips using foam tape to add dimension.

At the bottom of the layout, I cut a 2.5" x 7.75" piece of Bell Pepper paper and distressed the edges. For the title, I used letters from the Luna Alphas Ice pack to spell out "Summer Days."

I incorporated a 4" x 3" photo, which I mounted onto a 4.25" x 3.25" white cardstock mat. Finally, I created a beautiful cluster using several pieces from the ephemera pack.

The goal of my project was to simulate a seaside scene, and I’m thrilled with how it turned out! I hope you love it as much as I do and that it inspires you to create something similar. The My Life 365 collection provides countless options to document your summer photos and memories throughout the year.

Happy crafting!

 

 

Supplies used:

My Life 365 June Patterned Paper

My Life 365 Summer Picnic Patterned Paper

My Life 365 Ephemera

Graph & Dot-Bell Pepper Patterned Paper

Graph & Dot-Gulf Patterned Paper

 

My Life 365 May Products with a Sketch / Dorymar Perez

Hello friends, it's Dorymar. Today, I have a beautiful project using the My Life 365 collection with the May papers. For this project, I utilized one of my favorite scrapbook sketch page, Page Maps. Below, I will share my inspiration and the results.

For my project, I chose the Besties Gingham & Stripes white paper as my base. I also used the May paper from the My Life 365 collection, which features several border strips. These strips allowed me to cut all the small pieces you see in the project. Additionally, I incorporated patterns from my 6x6 Bella Besties Graph & Dots Rainbow paper pad, and I love the combination!

 

I used a die cut from my collection to create various pieces, allowing me to incorporate different patterns. If you want to try this without a die, you can still create similar pieces by cutting them to dimensions of 0.75" x 2.25". Make straight cuts at the ends using scissors, and use a circle punch for circular cuts. I adhered the pieces with foam tape because I enjoy adding dimension and layers to my projects.

 

 

To add texture to my project, I chose a variety of yarns to complement the papers and completed the sketch design. For the background of my photographs, I cut a 5-inch diameter circle from the lilac paper in the 6x6 pad. I also used the 3x4 and 4x4 cards from the May paper as mats for my photos.

 

 

To complete my project, I added puffy stickers, die cuts, chipboard, and the fantastic Bella Pop Bouquet to embellish my page, all from the My Life 365 Collection. The result was wonderful; I was thrilled with how a single piece of paper and a few scraps could be transformed into a masterpiece.

I hope my project inspires you to create using the adorable and colorful products offered by Bella Blvd. Thank you for stopping by!

Happy crafting!

 

Supplies used:

My Life 365-May Patterned Paper

Bella Pops-For Mom

Gingham & Stripes White 12x12 Patterned Paper

Graph & Dots Rainbow 6x6 Paper Pad

Ciao Chip-My Life 365

Puffy Stickers-All Year Long-My Life 365

Ephemera Icons-My Life 365

 

 

My Life 365 | April Card Inspiration | Spring Fun

 

Let's get Springy with the Bella Blvd My Life 365 collection. We are creating with the April set. This collection has a special set for each month. We are definitely celebrating Spring today. 

 

 

First up we are celebrating flowers. Lots of them...

 

 

Create card from white cardstock A2 size.

 

Die cut or machine cut a decorative A2 rectangle on the Bella Besties Freehand Graph & Dots Rainbow 6x6 paper pad. Adhere the panel to your card base using liquid glue. 

 

Die cut or machine cut two flowers on the April Paper and the Bella Besties Freehand Graph & Dots Rainbow 6x6 paper pad. Mix and match the pretty designs to create a colorful flower.  Pick flowers that you love, any flower will work when creating this card. 

 

 

Pick out this fun wheelbarrow full of flowers from the Ephemera Icons and add some foam tape to the back and adhere it to the lower part of your card. 

 

Adhere the pretty flowers to your card using foam tape.

 

From the April Paper trim down this SPRING HAS SPRUNG sentiment. Cut part each work and then adhere the first two works using liquid glue and the third using foam tape. 

 

Finishing with a few of those pretty Epoxy Stickers here and there. 

 

 

Next up we are keeping it simple and sweet.

 

 

Create card from white cardstock A2 size.

 

Cut an A2 panel on the April Paper and adhere it to your card base using liquid glue.

 

Trim down this fun square with Hello Spring from the April Backer Paper and add some foam tape to the back and adhere it to the center of the card. 

 

 

Pick out this pretty flower from the My Life 365 Ciao Chip Icons, add some from tape to the back and adhere it to the lower part of the card. The stem you will need to double up the foam so it lines up with the top part. 

 

Die cut or machine cut a small bow from the Bella Besties Freehand Graph & Dots paper and adhere it to the card using liquid glue. 

 

Finishing with one Epoxy Stickers in the center of the bow. 

 

 Two very simple cards, filled with Spring fun. 

 

Bella Blvd: My Life 365 Collection

 

April Paper

April Backer Paper

Ciao Chip Icons

Epoxy Stickers

Ephemera Icons

 

Bella Besties Freehand Graph & Dots 6x6 Paper Pad

 

Thank you so much for joining me today.

Have a bright and beautiful day. 

My Life 365 | April Inspiration | By: Annette Allen

 

Happy April everyone. This is my favorite month of the year. It is when spring starts and how awesome is it that Jesus has Risen? What a wonderful blessing. Today I am sharing two cards that I created using the My Life 365 collection. This is the April set that is part of the collection. Let's get springy. 

 

 

First up we are celebrating that Jesus has Risen with this sweet tag fill card. 

 

 

Create card from white cardstock A2 size. 

 

Cut a panel measuring 4 1/4 x 4 1/2 on the Bella Besties Freehand Graph & Dot Bell Pepper. Die cut or machine cut a decorative strip on the bottom of the panel. Adhere this panel to your card starting at the top. You should see your pretty decorative strip at the bottom and will also have some white space. 

 

Cut out the two tags from the April paper and punch the holes out at the top of the tag. I used a hole punch. I adhered the tags together using foam tape. Angle the tags so you can see them both but make sure your tag holes are lined up. 

 

 

Use some burlap string and tie a bow on the tags. 

 

Add some foam tape to the back of the tags and adhere them to the card. Try and keep them on the Bell Pepper paper. Leaving the white space free. 

 

Pick out some of those pretty flowers from the Ephemera Icons and add them to your card. I did three on each side, but you can use as many as you like. 

 

I finished with a little dimension adding some of the Epoxy dots and some of the dots from the Luna Alphabet Puffy Stickers Peep and White to the center of the flowers. 

 

 

Next up we have bunnies... yes, cute bunnies. 

 

 

Create card from white cardstock A2 size.

 

On a white A2 panel adhere a A2 panel of the Bella Besties Freehand Graph & Dots (Ice) from the 6x6 paper pad. 

 

Cut a strip of the April backer paper measuring 5 1/2 x 4 1/4. Cut another decorative edge on the top part of the paper and then adhere it to your card using liquid glue.

 

Die cut or machine cut some grass (or what appears to be grass) on the Bella Besties Freehand Graph &  Dots Pickle Juice backer paper. I die cut two of them and then layered them at the bottom of the card using foam tape. 

 

 

Cut out these two bunnies from the April paper using fine scissors. Add them to the card behind the grass using liquid glue. Make them look like they are peek out from the grass. Add some of those cute flowers from the All Year Long Puffy Stickers.

 

Pick out the two carrots from the Ephemera Icons and add them to the card using liquid glue. 

 

Let's also add a few more carrots from the All Year Long Puffy Stickers. 

 

Cut a small strip of the Bella Besties Freehand Graph & Dots 6x6 paper (Pony) measuring 3 1/4. 

 

Trim down the Hoppy Hoppy Hoppy Easter that was part of the bunnies we just trimmed down and adhere  it to the Pony strip we just cut. Tuck it into the grass and adhere it to the card using foam tape. Knew we have a sign on a post. 

 

Finishing with a Happy Sun from the My Life 365 Doohickey. I added foam tape to the back and adhere it to the scene. 

 

Adhere your panel to the card and you are done. Lots of steps but super easy. 

 

 

Bella Blvd: My Life 365 Collection

 

April Paper

April Backer Paper

Ephemera Icons

All Year Long Puffy Stickers

Doohickey

Epoxy Stickers

 

Luna Alphabet Puffy Stickers (Peep & White)

 

Bella Besties Freehand Graph & Dots

Pony, Ice, Pickle Juice and Bell Pepper

 

Thank you for stopping by.

Have a wonderful April.

Valentine's Day Fun with Bella Blvd My Life 365 Collection | Erica Thompson

Erica here, and I’m back with another layout featuring the Bella Blvd My Life 365 collection. For this project, I focused on the February products to create a fun Valentine-themed layout documenting Liam’s excitement over his box of chocolates. I loved playing with pinks, blacks, and whites to create a playful yet clean design.

 

 

I started with a piece of white textured cardstock, trimming it down slightly to create a layered look. To give it a finished touch, I used a black pen to hand-draw a simple frame around the edges of the cardstock. Next, I matted the white cardstock on three layers of patterned paper—two from Bella Besties and one from the My Life 365 collection. These layers add depth and color, creating a solid foundation for the layout.

 

 

Using leftover strips of patterned paper from previous layouts, I created a vertical cluster on the left side of the page. I distressed the edges of these strips for added texture and dimension, then layered and adhered them to the page. To add interest, I tucked in a scalloped border sticker, along with some tab die cuts from the My Life 365 collection.

 

 

For the photos, I created a 4x4 grid featuring four black-and-white photos of Liam. The black-and-white work beautifully with the pops of pink and red in the layout. I matted the photos on a mix of patterned papers from the My Life 365 collection and Bella Besties, making sure to layer colors and patterns that helped the photos stand out. I then adhered the photo grid slightly to the right of the vertical paper cluster.

 

 

I added a sticker to the top right corner of the photo mat. To the right of the photos, I created a cluster of embellishments using chipboard, die cuts, and stickers from the My Life 365 collection. I used foam adhesive to pop up some of these elements, adding fun dimension and making the cluster stand out. To bring extra shine and texture to the page, I incorporated epoxy stickers and enamel dots, which I scattered around the layout.

 

 

To complete the layout, I added journaling at the bottom of the embellishment cluster, documenting Liam’s excitement over his Valentine’s chocolates. I’m so happy with how this layout turned out! The mix of pinks, blacks, and whites makes for a fresh and fun Valentine-themed page. And yes, pink works wonderfully on layouts for boys—don’t be afraid to use it!

 

 

Thanks for stopping by, and I hope this inspires you to create your own Valentine’s Day memories!

Love You | Bella Blvd My Life 365 | Erica Thompson

Erica here, and I’m back with another adorable layout featuring the Bella Blvd My Life 365 collection, using primarily the February products. For this 12x12 layout, I wanted to showcase the sweet Valentine spirit with pops of pink, fun embellishments, and two super cute photos of our Red Nose Pitbull, Lola Bean, lounging on her Valentine themed pillows.

 

 

I started with a 12x12 white cardstock base, matting it onto a bold pink patterned paper from the Bella Besties collection to give the layout a colorful frame. To add a fun design element, I used a rainbow cut file as the focal design of the page. I backed each of the rainbows with Bella Besties 6x6 patterned paper in varying shades of pink, letting the bright colors pop against the white background. For the photos, I used two snapshots of Loa Bean relaxing with her Valentine pillows. To make them stand out, I matted the photos on Bella Besties 6x6 patterned paper and layered them on additional papers from the My Life 365 collection.

 

 

Once the photos were adhered down, I began adding embellishments. I tucked a fun tab die cut at the top of the right photo for extra detail. Then, I created two embellishment clusters one to the left of the photos and another to the right. These clusters feature a mix of die cuts, stickers, and chipboard elements from the My Life 365 collection, along with puffy stickers from the Bella Besties line.

 

 

At the bottom of the photos, I created a layered title using two die cuts that spell out “Love You.” Below the title, I added some typed journaling strips to document Lola Beans sweet personality and her love for my camera (or her patience with it!). I used Bella Besties Letter Scramble alpha stickers to spell out “Lola Bean” in the bottom right corner of the layout. To complete the layout, I scattered a few additional embellishments, such as puffy hearts and stickers, around the page.

 

 

This layout was so much fun to create! I love how the rainbows and shades of pink from the My Life 365 and Bella Besties collections come together to highlight these adorable photos of Lola Bean. Valentine’s Day layouts aren’t just for people they can be perfect for documenting your furry friends too!

 

I hope this inspires you to create your own Valentine themed layouts with your pets or loved ones.

Winter Fun with Bella Blvd My Life365 Collection | Erica Thompson

Hi, friends! Erica here, and I’m back with another layout featuring the My Life 365 collection from Bella Blvd. This winter-inspired layout captures a fun snow day with Liam, and I absolutely love how the pops of red, cozy elements, and distressed details bring this design to life.

 

 

I started with a piece of white cardstock, trimming it down slightly and matting it onto a 12x12 piece of Bella Besties pattern paper. To add texture and visual interest, I distressed the edges of the white cardstock and created two small tears—one at the top and one at the bottom. I folded the edges of these tears down to expose the color of the paper underneath.

 

 

Using January products from the Bella Blvd. My Life 365 collection, I added a horizontal strip of patterned paper across the center of the page. To give the design more depth and contrast, I layered a smaller strip of patterned paper beneath the main strip, letting the colors and patterns peek out at the top and bottom edges. At the top edge of the strip, I adhered a border sticker from the Doohickey sticker sheet for added detail.

 

 

The focal point of this layout is two photo strips featuring Liam enjoying his snow day. I matted the photos on coordinating patterned papers to create a cohesive look and bring in vibrant pops of color. To frame the photo area, I tucked in tags and tabs at the top of the photo strips. I tied a small piece of twine through one of the tags for some added texture. The bright red in Liam’s hat and gloves inspired me to add small pops of red throughout the layout using stickers and embellishments from the collection.

 

 

I added a fun snowman die cut and the “Winter” title from the My Life 365 ephemera pack. To create a fun cluster, I layered various stickers, die cuts, a small section of the border sticker, and some epoxy embellishments around the title. To complete the layout, I added journaling strips along the bottom of the layout. In the areas where I had created the distressed tears, I tucked in puffy sticker snowflakes, and enamel embellishments to add texture and interest.

 

 

I love how this layout turned out! The combination of distressed edges, wintery elements, and bold pops of red make this page perfect for documenting a snowy day. The Bella Blvd My Life 365 collection is such a versatile and fun collection, and I hope this layout inspires you to get creative with your winter memories.

Lake Life + Bella Besties + Letter Scramble I Heather Cerulo

Hello there! Happy almost St. Patrick's Day! Whether you celebrate, or not, this is the perfect time to think about all those things in our lives that make us lucky!  For me, that is being an auntie to my niece and nephew.

 

For my (mostly) monochromatic layout, I pulled out all the green papers from the Lake Life collection, along with the Bella Besties in Guacamole and Pickle Juice.  I did pull in an Ice Bella Bestie paper as well, to match the blue in the Lake Life plaid paper.  I started with a 4"x4" photo, and created photo mats with my patterned papers, each a 1/2" larger than the previous layer.

 

Next, I used a die to die cut lots of small hearts from the patterned paper, and cascade them from the top of the layout, sewing through each vertical line.  I added a few popped up hearts on top of the first layer of hearts, and some Trinket Puffy Stickers and Epoxy Dots, as well.

 

For the title at the top of my page, I used pre-made phrases from the Lake Life ephemera words.  I did cut off another part of the phrase to isolate just the word "life" to make my title "Family Life".

 

On the bottom of my layout, I used a large piece of Guacamole Graph and Dot paper, along with a small strip in Ice.  I pulled out some larger heart dies to create the shamrock on the bottom left corner of my photo.  I used the Letter Scramble alphas in White to add words to each of the hearts, before connecting them together to make a shamrock.

 

Last, I created one more shamrock with another size heart die, and added each of our initials (a for Auntie!).  I added a few phrase sentiments under my photo from the Lake Life collection, and finished off by adding the year.

 

I hope you are inspired to create today!

Bella Besties: Hearts & Ombre in Pickle Juice & Graph and Dot in Ice, Guacamole, and White

Lake Life Papers: Row Your Oar & Lakeside Picnics

Lake Life: Ephemera Words, Epoxy in Explore

Trinket Puffy Stickers in Pickle Juice and Guacamole & White

Letter Scramble Alphas in White

Bella Besties | Maree

 

Hi Bella Friends

Today I am here to share a fun layout using a whole range of Bella Besties products and some bits and pieces from the EIEIO collection. I also feature a Bella Blvd acrylic title and a Bella Blvd cut file from the Silhouette store.

 

I started with the gorgeous half rainbow cut file found in the Bella Blvd store here:

Bella BLVD Silhouette Store

I decided to use mainly cool tones to reflect the landscape in my picture. The next step was inking the bottom of the rainbow and adding the fabulous Trinkets Puffy Stickers in the colors, Ice and Gulf, Pickle Juice and Guacamole, and Bell Pepper.

 

 

Then I added my picture and created my large title. The word 'Family' is from the EIEIO words ephemera pack and 'memories' is from the EIEIO Doohickey stickers. The 'Today' is an acrylic piece by Bella Blvd and the 'so lucky' is made the Aria Alphabet Puffy stickers in the color Pickle Juice.

Next I added some small tone on tone cluster groups using the EIEIO collection. I used Ciao Chip, ephemera and stickers.

 

I finished off by adding my typed journalling. I am really happy with this layout. It came together quickly but is fun and bright. I hope you are all having a wonderful day and get some creative time today.

Maree

EIEIO Collection

Puffy Stickers

Ephemera Words

Ephemera Icons

Doohickey stickers

Ciao Chip

Bella Besties collections

Freehand Graph and Dot

Aria Puffy Stickers

Trinkets Puffy Stickers

Acrylic Word - Today

Bella Blvd Cut File - link above

Bella Besties I Heather Cerulo

Hello there and happy Leap Day! Today I am sharing a rainbow inspired layout using the lovely Bella Besties.  Have you seen the new line of Bella Bestie papers? Swoonworthy!

 

For this layout, I decided to make a rainbow chevron background.  Start by cutting 1.5" squares from the dotted side of the Bella Besties papers.  Next up, cut those squares diagonally to create triangles.  Finally, lay the pieces out to create a chevron! Fun and easy!  One last additional step is to add machine stitching through the chevron for some nice texture.

 

I used the Letter Scramble alphas for my title in Black and Guacamole, because of course "green" had to be in Guacamole...it's only right for Kermit the Frog!

 

 

To embellish, I used pieces from the Lake Life collection, including ephemera, Ciao Chip and Bella-Pops.  I created a cascade of flower from the top to the bottom of the layout.

 

 

The finishing touches were the Trinkets Puffy Stickers in matching colors.  I used the hearts to tuck around the clusters and to finish off my layout!

 

I hope you are inspired today, and pull out all those rainbow colors to scrap!

 

Bella Besties in Graph & Dot

Trinkets Puffy Stickers: Punch, Peep & Cotton Candy, Orange, Pickle Juice & Guacamole, Ice & Gulf, and Plum

Lake Life Collection: Ephemera Words, Ciao Chip, Doohickey Stickers, and Flower Fields Bella Pop

Letter Scramble Stickers: Black and Guacamole