It started as a beginner mini album, but then morphed into something different. I combined some elements from the 12x12 layouts (pocket pages) and then just kept making it up as I went along. It holds at least 36 photos. I learned some things along the way so all in all, it was a creative success!
May 02
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Hi! I had this Pinwheel folio ready for decorating for several months. I used the new Text{ures} collection by Lou Collins paper. Lou is a UK designer that I have followed for like 6 years. She is back to designing. 🤗. Hope you like it!
May 01
I wasn't able to find the time to do a 4th bee book but I'm a step ahead on the May challenge. I've made my daughter a wedding book - her colors are black, dark burgundy and ecru with hints of gold and silver. Very hard combo to find scrapbook paper in this combo so I fabricobbled it together. I used the Kindful Mini pattern but took it from 8x8 to 8x10. I had to make adjustments inside and some worked well and some did not.
This is my 3rd try to make a book for her and I'm still critical. If anyone knows of a wedding pack that would fit better with this colors, I'd appreciate a heads up!
May 01
• Edited (May 03, 2026)
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May 01 — 31, 2026
Hi friends! I just really want to make this book again because I'm obsessed with it. lol! This time I’m going for a Shabby Chic style. I know shabby is so 10 years ago, but something big is calling me. Think watercolor papers, white paint, roses, lace, and cheesecloth. It’s all about layered textures.
I want you to join me in this aesthetic! Let’s challenge ourselves to create this album using a soft, pastel palette. Grab your lace and floral pages, I’m ready to start now. Who’s with me? 😍
~ Love, Frances
• Theme: Shabby Chic
• Colors: Soft pastels or watercolors
• Layering: Lace & Cheesecloth ect.
• Floral Detail: Roses (lots of them!)
• Finish: White paint for distressing & highlights
April 30
• Edited (May 01, 2026)
Decorating every flap was a rewarding little adventure 🐝 I really enjoyed using this paper, having importance of bees on my mind the whole time. It’s the Carta Bella “Honey Bee” pack, nice sturdy paper and the colors are chill👌🏼(Thanks Shannon H for exposing me to it)
This precision work and creative play are so engaging.
I often do wood🪚 or metal 👨🏻🏭projects, and I surprisingly enjoy doing these scrapbooks too✂️ I get why everyone is into this 😋Thank you all for posting and keeping us inspired✌🏼
April 30
Here are some photos of my April challenge. Check out the video in previous post for flip through. Thanks for the fun project Francės Long Shayne Neumann it was a blast!
April 30
Hello! I'm Kendra from Utah. I have been crafting a long time but mainly I create 3D paper projects (houses, decor, box cards, etc) I have always loved the idea of making my own albums and folios. I have 3 children aged 11,9 and 3 and scrapbooking has always been on my mind but never knew what to do..... until I saw a video by Frances. I made the Happy Album and fell in love and am hooked! I can't wait to make more and finally get albums and folios done for my sweet children!!!!!
The paper collection I used for my album was Carta Bella Silly Goose.
April 29
• Edited (Apr 29, 2026)
Bee challenge , sorry for all
Photos this is my first share on any platform. 🤭thank you for allowing me to be apart of such a tranquil community
April 28
• Edited (Apr 28, 2026)
Hi everybody!!! I am here again... I want to show you the project that I am making for my friend's daughter... she is gonna give it for her mother on her 15th birthday... I hope she loves... I used her theme color navy blue. Next... Kindful Mini album😍