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August 2023 Digital Scrapbooking Update

By Marisa Lerin Wed, 10/18/2023 - 23:00

After spending some time in Upstate New York, we are spending a couple weeks in the countryside of Quebec, enjoying the fall colors and cooler weather. It felt like summer when we got here and now it's definitely feeling more like winter. I had to buy the kids winter hats today! If you are Canadian could you tell me what you are doing with the milk in a bag? Is there an official pitcher we are supposed to have? And is there a trick for pouring it? We are loving being surrounded by French. Neither of us speak it, but it's fun to hear.

Alright, really here to share an update on my current scrapbooking projects. These are from August, so just when we started our road trip.

Memory Planner

This is the digital planner I'm using, and you can read more about digital planning here.

Digital Travel Journal

The planner I'm using is from DPlanStudio. I do most of my scrapbooking in the Photoshop app on iPad.

Digital Pocket Album
Keeping up with my pocket scrapping as well! You can read about my digital pocket scrapping process here.

Exploring Textures in Your Fall Scrapbook Projects

By Marisa Lerin Wed, 10/11/2023 - 23:00

I really love adding in different textures when I'm making a layout and it's something I take into consideration when I'm designing. Having a variety of texture can really add depth and interest to your layout. Autumn as well can bring a splash of vibrant colors and an array of textures that can help inspire a digital scrapbooking layout. Let's dive right into how you can incorporate the tactile magic of fall into your projects.

1. Embracing Nature’s Palette
Begin by using the same rich, warm color palette that autumn so generously provides in your own layouts. If your photos are capturing these fall colors, this is an easy and natural first step.

2. Incorporating Natural Elements
The outdoors generously offers a multitude of elements that can be introduced into your projects. Think of pressed leaves, twigs, and even pieces of bark that can be added to your pages to bring a true, tactile feel of fall into your scrapbook.

3. Fabric Fundamentals
Fabrics, such as burlap, tweed, and flannel, when integrated into your layouts, introduce a cozy, warm dimension that mirrors fall attire. Consider using fabric swatches as frames for your photos or creating small pockets to tuck in additional photos or notes.

4. Ribbons and Threads
Intertwine ribbons and threads throughout your scrapbook pages to add an additional tactile element. Opt for materials in shades of orange, brown, and red to keep the autumn theme alive and visually cohesive.

5. Stamping and Embossing
Incorporate stamping and embossing to create subtle, textured patterns on your pages. Stamps of leaves, pumpkins, or acorns can lend a thematic visual cue, while embossing can add an interesting texture.

6. Layering Paper
Experiment with different types and textures of paper to create depth and interest. Layering vellum over a richly colored page, for instance, can provide a soft, muted effect that is both elegant and inviting.

6. Vibrant Clusters
Add visual interest to your page by clustering as many elements as you can. It can take a bit of time to get things right, but the final result will be stunning.