Category Archives: Technique Layout

Punched Hollow Rings Scrapbook Layout

Posted in Beach Scrapbook Layouts, Creative Memories Border Maker Ideas, Technique Layout, Tropical Scrapbook Layouts, Winter Scrapbook Layouts by

March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb. Today I’m sharing two layouts that almost represent this age-old adage. My first layout is a snowy version, and my second layout is a tropical version – a little bit of ying and yang. But you can use this technique to create layouts for any themes using any papers.

I used the Original Border Maker System from Creative Memories with two different styles of border maker cartridges to create punched semi-circles with pretty scalloped edges. For the center part of my hollow rings, I used a knock-out or negative space style BMC. And for the punched edges, I used a chain style BMC for my first layout and an edge style BMC for my second layout.

I used the Sun-Soaked Collection with the Footprints BMC (retired) and the Citrus Slice BMC for my layout above. For my first layout, I used the Flurry of Fun Collection with the Mittens and Flurries BMC and Double Fan BMC. All are from Creative Memories.

For a demonstration on how to create my layout, please click here to see my YouTube Video.

For a printable instructional handout, please click below to download.

KarynCropsTechTue68HandoutDownload

Please see my Creative Memories website for most of the items that I used for these layouts. Now is a great time to place an order as CM is offering FREE SHIPPING on purchases of $80+ in the United States until noon CT on March 7th! You might also like to order the National Scrapbook Day 2025 Customer Bundle as I will be using this bundle to create my own exclusive layouts for my Virtual NSD Workshop on April 5th.

Please click here to register for my Virtual National Scrapbook Day Workshop.


Happy Scrapping!
Karyn

Graphic Triangle Layout

Posted in Children Scrapbook Layouts, Family Scrapbook Layouts, Technique Layout by

You’re going to love my new Technique Layout for February! It’s easy, has great visual appeal, and is a double-page layout! You’ll only need your 12-Inch Trimmer, a few sheets of cardstock and a double-sided designer sheet of paper to create this fun layout!

I used a sheet of double-sided paper and embellishments from the new Outdoor Play Bundle from Creative Memories. Outdoor Play is one of 7 paper/embellishments bundles that was released as part of the new Growing Up Collection. Growing Up features milestones from youth through the teenage years, and the coordinating bundles contain fun icon prints and embellishments for classic play themes. The additional bundles include Indoor Play, Hello, Lovely, Rollin’ Good Times, Epic Adventures, Magical Moments and Outdoor Play.

When selecting your paper for this layout, make sure that you like the prints on both sides of the paper and that they coordinate. For your background cardstock, select a color that provides a nice contrast from the designer paper. Select a coordinating cardstock color for your photo mats.

The layout is made with 6″ x 6″ squares that I cut into triangles. Please see my YouTube video for a demonstration on creating this layout and to also see a second version that I created with the Noteworthy Days Collection also from Creative Memories.

Please click here to view my video.

I’ve also created a free printable instructional handout for this technique layout. Please click below for the downloadable file.

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You may purchase the materials that I used for both of my layouts and the 12-Inch Trimmer at Creative Memories. I so appreciate your purchases made with my CM website link, and I offer a generous Customer Rewards Program!

Please click here to place an order.


Have fun creating this layout!

Karyn

Torn Paper Flurry of Fun Layout

Posted in Scrapbook Page Layouts, Technique Layout, Winter Scrapbook Layouts by

Happy New Year! Are you experiencing some cold wintery weather in your part of the world? It’s frigid cold in my area. Here’s a layout that’s perfect for your chilly winter photos. I tore paper strips with pretty white torn edges that remind me of falling snow or icicles.

I used papers from the Flurry of Fun Paper Pack, an embellishment from the Flurry of Fun Sledding Embellishments and a variety mat with a title from the Flurry of Fun Artsy Add-On Kit from Creative Memories. Are you curious about the Artsy Add-On Kits? Watch the very end of my demo video for a look and explanation. The Flurry of Fun Collection is a beautiful winter collection with lots of blues and touches of red and gray. The Flurry of Fun Snowstorm and Sledding Embellishment Packs are currently out of stock but will be returning sometime in January. You’ll want to watch for their return as they are full of fun winter icons.

I used the Peaks and Valleys Tearing Tool from Creative Memories to tear strips that are about 1/2″ in width from both sides of a sheet of the dotted blue paper, but you can use any tearing tool or a ruler. The swirly blue paper is my background. The title is cut from a variety mat in the Flurry of Fun Artsy Add-On Kit, and I punched the border using the Original Border Maker System with the Mittens and Flurries Border Maker Cartridge all from Creative Memories. The Mittens and Flurries Border Maker Cartridge is extra fun as you can also use the punch debris as additional embellishments.

To see a demo on tearing the strips to get torn white edges on each side and on creating the layout, please view my video.

Please click here to view my demo video on my YouTube channel.


As a special bonus for you, I’ve also created a FREE downloadable/printable handout for this layout! Please click here to download the PDF handout.

KarynCropsTechTue66HandoutDownload


My Customer Rewards Program began anew on January 1st, and I have a new quarterly Customer Rewards Gift ready to share with you. I’m also running a special album promotion in January. Please see below for details.

Please click here to place an order with me through Creative Memories.

PJ Party Virtual Crops with Creative Life Scrapbooking

  • Would you like some fresh scrapbooking ideas that feature techniques or unique features? 
  • Do you like ideas for double-page layouts? 
  • Do you like to use several photos on a layout? 
  • Do you want to use up your scrapping stash? 

If you answered yes to any of these, then you’re going to love the PJ Party Virtual Crops that are hosted by the designers at Creative Life Scrapbooking and special guest designers!

It’s time to register for our January 24th PJ Party!  If the date is bad for you, you’ll be able to watch the recordings.  

Until January 24th, you’ll be able to register for all 4 2025 PJ Parties at a discounted price by purchasing our Combo!  

Please click here for the Creative Life Scrapbooking website.

Happy Scrapping!
Karyn

Triangle Christmas Tree Scrapbook Layout

Posted in Christmas Layouts, Creative Memories Border Maker Ideas, Scrapbook Page Layouts, Technique Layout by

Oh, Christmas Tree, your branches green delight us! For my monthly Technique Layout & Challenge, I used triangle pieces and a variety of small punches and border maker cartridges from Creative Memories to create this beautifully adorned Christmas Tree. It will be great for photos of your family around your Christmas Tree.

I used a sheet of wood grained paper from the Wonderful Day Paper Pack and papers, stickers and a variety mat from the Christmas Charm Collection for my layout. I also used a sheet of Bright White Cardstock. For my tree ornaments, I used a variety of small punches and border maker cartridges and a few of these are currently available as BOGO items for CM’s Holi-Deals. You’ll find the Piece-by-Piece Mini Trio Punch Set and the Mirrored Scallops Border Maker Cartridge as BOGO items. The Ribbons and Bows Border Punch is not part of the BOGO sale, but it is in limited quantity in the Last Chance section. The Bears Chain Border Maker Cartridge is a current item. I also used the retired Ornaments Chain Border Maker Cartridge and the retired Christmas Quartet Mini Punch for the remaining ornaments. You can easily substitute other border maker cartridges for these pieces.

For complete instructions and a demonstration, please view my YouTube video. After you view my video, please subscribe to my channel and click on the bell icon to receive notifications when I add new videos.

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Creative Memories Holi-Deals will end at noon CT on December 20th or while supplies last. In addititon to the BOGO items, there are other selected items at 30-40% off! Please shop early for the best selection.

Please click here for my Creative Memories website link.

Don’t forget to check out the fun Holly Days feature at Creative Life Scrapbooking! The designers are sharing a new holiday layout each day from December 1st-7th. And we’ve offered a Holly Days Sketch Book with measurements for the layouts.

Happy Scrapping!
Karyn

Log Cabin Hearts Layout & Black Friday Promo

Posted in Autumn Scrapbook Layouts, Black Friday, Christmas Layouts, Technique Layout by

Ho, ho, ho! Black Friday has come early to Creative Memories! CM’s annual Black Friday Promo began yesterday on Monday, November 11th. It’s scheduled to end on November 22 at noon CT, but the promo bundles are likely to run out before the end date. To get your choice of a freebie bundle, don’t delay!

With a $150 purchase, you can select from one of three FREE promo bundles. The bundles are full of exclusive items that won’t be available for purchase otherwise. And all three are great choices! With larger purchases, you can select more than one bundle. Will you select the Enchanted Snow Globe, Cookie Exchange or Christmas on the Coast Bundle? Please click here to place your purchase.

For my monthly Technique Layout & Challenge, I’m sharing two versions with a quilted log cabin heart design. l love this design for both Thanksgiving and Christmas layouts, but it will be great with any type of layout and collection. Just follow my cutting guide to cut strips and adhere them in a heart pattern.

For my first layout, I used the 12-Inch Trimmer and Autumn Cottage Collection from Creative Memories. This collection is sold out with Creative Memories, but many advisors have some in their inventories. I started by cutting a 1″ hollow frame from the brown/teal plaid paper and adhering a 11-1/2″ x 11-1/2″ piece of Bright White Cardstock. The center strip is 12″ x 4″, and the wood paper squares are 3-3/4″ x 3-3/4″. My photos mats are 4″ x 4-1/2″ and 3″ x 3″. I used a Brown Dual-Tip Pen to add faux stitching to my hearts and layout as shown. The small plaid prints on the Autumn Cottage Variety mats were the perfect scale for my hearts. Please see the diagram below for the sizes of the strips for the hearts.

I used the same measurements and technique for my second layout. For this page, I used the Christmas Charm Collection, Bright White Cardstock, and a Black Dual-Tip Pen all from Creative Memories. The Christmas Charm Paper is momentarily sold out but will be back in stock soon.

Please view my YouTube video for a demonstration on how to create my layout.

Please click here to view my video.

I so appreciate your purchases through my Creative Memories website link, and I offer a generous Customer Rewards Program. With your $150 purchase for Black Friday, you will also receive a free 4th Quarter Customer Rewards Gift from me. Don’t delay in ordering for Black Friday! The promo bundles won’t last long.

Happy Scrapping!
Karyn

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Croptoberfest 2024 Scrapbook Layout

Posted in Autumn Scrapbook Layouts, Croptoberfest Layouts, Fall Scrapbook Layouts, Technique Layout by

I’m dedicating this layout to everyone who has joined me for my Virtual Croptoberfest this year. Last weekend we met on Zoom to chat and create my exclusive Croptoberfest layouts. And the fun is continuing as everyone is completing and sharing their layouts in our private Facebook group. You can still join the fun by registering for my Virtual Croptoberfest Workshop!

After completing my Croptoberfest layouts, I had a small amount of paper and cardstock leftover and challenged myself to use it to create a last layout.

I used the only full leftover sheet as my background and cut scraps into strips to create my diagonal borders. I used the Rustic Truck and Garland Banner Border Punches to create some fun layered borders for the layout. If you love these punches, you’ll want to join my Virtual Croptoberfest to see a few different ways to use them.



For instructions and tips on completing this layout, please click here to view my YouTube video. While you’re on my channel, please make sure to subscribe and click on the bell icon to receive notifications when I add new videos.

To join my Virtual Croptoberfest, please click here for access to my exclusive layouts and instructions.
You’ll receive printable handout instructions, recorded video instructions and access to a private Facebook group for the event. My Croptoberfest layouts are exclusive and are for personal use only with no sharing.

To purchase Creative Memories items, please click here.

To register for the Creative Life Scrapbooking November PJ Party Virtual Crop, please click here.

Happy Scrapping!
Karyn

Vellum Circles Scrapbook Layout

Posted in Autumn Scrapbook Layouts, Croptoberfest Layouts, Fall Scrapbook Layouts, Scrapbook Page Layouts, Technique Layout by

Lately we’ve been seeing more vellum from Creative Memories. Currently CM offers the Autumn Cottage Vellum Paper Pack, Something Blue Vellum Paper Pack, Serene Waters Vellum Paper Pack and the Cue the Blue Vellum Paper Pack. Each pack contains 5 sheets of different colors and some have designs.

As I’m often asked for ideas on using vellum, I decided to play with the new Autumn Cottage Collection and created the layout below that features the vellum from the collection.

I used the Circle Punch from Creative Memories to punch 1-3/4″ circles from a sheet of the Autumn Cottage Designer Paper and the Autumn Cottage Vellum Paper. I adhered the circles in rows and used the Vellum Tape Runner Refill to adhere the vellum circles. My photo mats are 3-1/2″ x 5-1/2″. I used the new Garland Banner Border Punch layered with Autumn Cottage Stickers to create some decorative pieces for the layout.

Please view my demonstration video for tips on assembling the layout, using the Vellum Tape Runner Refill and tips for the Garland Banner Border Punch.

Please click here to view my video.

All of the tools and materials that I used can be purchased using my Creative Memories website link. With your purchase, you’ll be enrolled in my Customer Rewards Program to receive gifts, freebies and product credits from me.

Currently Creative Memories is offering FREE SHIPPING on purchases of $80+ in the U.S. The FREE SHIPPING PROMO ends at noon CT on Friday, September 6th.

Please click here to purchase Creative Memories items.

Karyn’s Croppers 2024 Virtual Croptoberfest Workshop:

Please join me for my 2024 Virtual Croptoberfest Workshop! I’ll share instructional video recordings and printable handouts for my own exclusive page layout designs and will host sessions on Zoom. We’ll also have a private group in Facebook for sharing and interacting. Plus, we’ll have fun with a few games and door prizes!

I’ll use the 2024 Croptoberfest Customer Bundle and the Rustic Truck Border Punch both from Creative Memories to create my layouts. You may substitute with other tools and materials.

My Croptoberfest layouts are for personal use only.  The layouts are exclusive to this event and are not to be shared with others or on the web including Pinterest.

I’ll have a Zoom session on Friday, September 27th beginning at 6 pm CT and a Zoom session on Saturday, September 28th beginning at 6 pm CT.  If these dates are bad for you, you will still have access to the page class recordings, printable handouts, and the private Facebook group for the event.

Please click here to register for my Virtual Croptoberfest Workshop.

Thanks so much for visiting with me today!
Karyn

Chevron Grid Layout with Creative Memories 12″ Trimmer

Posted in Family Scrapbook Layouts, Scrapbook Page Layouts, Summer Scrapbook Layouts, Technique Layout by

If you scroll through my blog posts or Pinterest Board, you’ll see that over the years I’ve shared several layouts with a chevron feature. But the technique that I’m sharing today is unique in that I also show how to cut top and bottom pieces for a chevron border or grid. It’s so easy to cut these pieces using the 45-degree angle on the Creative Memories 12″ Trimmer!

For my first layout, I used the Full of Wonder Collection with Bright White and Dark Sea Green Cardstock. I started with 3-3/4″ x 12″ pieces of designer paper that I folded in half on the long edge and cut on the 45-degree angle at 1-3/4″. My photo mats are 3-3/4″ x 5-3/4″. I used the same measurements to create the golf layout below during my video recording. Please see my YouTube channel for a demonstration of how to cut the top, middle and bottom chevron pieces.

Please click here to view my demonstration video.

My second layout features an additional column and an extra row of chevrons. For this layout, I cut strips of designer paper to 2-3/4″ x 12″, folded the strips in half on the long edge and cut at 1″ intervals on the 45-degree angle. My photos mats are 2-3/4″ x 5″, and the center strips are 3/4″ x 5-3/4″ and 1″ x 5-3/4″. Please view my video for a demonstration on cutting the chevron pieces.

Please take note when using designer papers with a directional pattern. Please experiment with scrap paper first so you know how to cut the directional paper. You’ll want to cut with the pattern upside-down. (You’ll notice in my layout above that one of my wave pieces was cut up-side down.)

For this layout, I used the Summer Break Collection with Bright While and Blue Cardstock. I cut variety mats for the straight center strips in the middle of the layout.

Please click here to view my demonstration video.

If you haven’t yet purchased Creative Memories 12″ Trimmer, you might be interested in the Complete Trimmer Bag Bundle that launched yesterday (August 5, 2024). With this bundle you’ll receive the 12″ Trimmer, NEW Photo Trimmer, NEW Rainbow Dots Trimmer Bag (not sold separately), All-Purchase Scissors and Micro-Tip Scissors at a discounted price. There are also two additional bundles to consider.

(The new Trimmer Bundles sold out quickly yesterday and are on back-order. Please place your orders NOW to reserve yours when they come back in stock at the end of August. As CM is taking pre-orders and the Trimmer Bag is a limited-edition item, these bundles will likely sell out before they come back in stock at the end of the month.)


The NEW Photo Trimmer replaces CM’s old Personal Trimmer and has many great updates including a larger surface to cut up to an 8″ x 10″ photo. It will be available for purchase separately on August 26th. For more info, please see the CM website.

Please click here to see and purchase Creative Memories items.

Happy Scrapping!
Karyn

Perfectly Patriotic Punched Frame Scrapbook Layout

Posted in Patriotic Scrapbook Layouts, Scrapbook Page Layouts, Summer Scrapbook Layouts, Technique Layout by

I hope that you’ve been having a wonderful summer so far! Mine has been busy with visiting family and a two-week stay by my granddaughter. I can’t wait to relive all of the fun when I scrapbook my photographs! The layout below will be perfect for some of my photos from our Independence Day celebration.

For my layout, I used the Perfectly Patriotic Paper and Stickers from Creative Memories and also the older Double Star Punch and the Fireworks Punch. This is a super versatile technique that you can use with any other shape punches and materials! Some of my croppers have made this layout using other punches such as the Firecracker, Sunshine, Rainbow, Striped Umbrella, Pineapple, Duck, Daisy and Bumblebee Punches.

For a video demonstration of how to create this layout, please see my video at Karyn Crops on YouTube. Make sure to scroll through my channel and subscribe as I have now shared 43 different technique videos!

Please click here to view demonstration video.

Creative Memories launched a new promotion on Monday. With a $150 purchase, you can select one of four exclusive product bundle for free! The bundles feature unique items that won’t be available for purchase and have a retail value of $42.50-$43.50. With larger purchases, you can select more than one free bundle!

It’s great to stock up on basic items like Page and Tape Refills, Cardstock, Peekaboo Pockets and Foam Squares during promos like this! Photo Prints also count towards your purchase total!

Please click here to visit CM website and purchase.

Please join me and my scrappy friends at Creative Life Scrapbooking for our next PJ Party Virtual Crop on Friday, July 26th! We’ll create 4 double-page layouts together on Zoom and share pre-recorded videos for 3 more layouts. The layouts are designed to be versatile for easy paper and tools substitutions, hold several photos and include a unique feature or technique! The Zoom sessions will be recorded for later viewing. We will also host a private Facebook group for sharing where you’ll see hundreds of different versions of our layouts shared by participants.

Please click here to register for the PJ Party.

Thanks so much for visiting with me today! Happy Scrapping!
Karyn

Fancy Punched Corners

Posted in Beach Scrapbook Layouts, Creative Memories Border Maker Ideas, Masculine Layouts, Summer Scrapbook Layouts, Technique Layout, Travel Scrapbook Layouts by

Creative Memories is widely known for producing some of the best scrapbooking tools on the market, and I love to share techniques for using those tools! In addition to tools, CM also offers some of the freshest and on-trend scrapbooking papers, embellishments and stickers along with some great storage options. If you haven’t looked lately, now is a great time to browse all of the categories on the CM website!

For my June Monthly Technique Layout and Challenge, I shared a technique for punching paper corners with either Border Punches or the Original Border Maker System to create fancy patterns. This technique will work with edge or knockout style Border Punches and Border Maker Cartridges. For my first layout, I used the edge style Floral Peaks Border Punch with papers, embellishments and stickers from the Tropic Time Collection.

For my second layout, I used the Hand Tools Border Punch and also the Original Border Maker System with the Tire Tracks Border Maker Cartridge with paper, stickers and embellishments from the Revved Up Collection. The knockout style of this punch and cartridge creates a different type of pattern than the edge style punches and cartridges. I love the versatility of this technique and the different looks that you can punch!

For step-by-step directions and a demo, please view my instructional video on my YouTube channel. Make sure to watch to the end of the video to hear about my 2024 Summer Layout Challenge!

Please click here to view the video instructions.

All of the tools and materials that I used for these two layouts are available for purchase through my CM website. With your purchase, you’ll be enrolled in my Customer Rewards Program to receive gifts and credits from me!

Please click here to place an order.

Thanks so much for visiting with me today! Happy Scrapping!

Karyn