Scrapbook Layout / Hard Lines? Try This!

[@sanfrandreamer3916]

You always inspire me. Your layouts aren’t overdone with embellishments and they really highlight the photos and tell the story.

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you so much, that is a nice compliment because we really do want the photos to be the star of the show.

[@shanny889]

I agree with you. Not too many embellishments.

[@susieramick7202]

Remember eyelets before the crop-a-dial? The noise at a crop was deafening! I'll keep them forever. Your layout and photos are great telling a special story. Stamp set is awesome.

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Lol, yes! The hammering made scrapbooking at night difficult 😂

[@mariajacobson2994]

The colors are just made for this layout--love how the whole thing comes together with the "construction site" theme. Thank you for showing the cool way to add a "hidden" pocket card for journaling.

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you so much! I am glad you like it and the journaling pocket comes in handy when I forget to leave room for it on the layout.

[@laurenhays1534]

One of the things that I love most about your pages is your choice of embellishments. Every piece is perfect for the feel of the page! Beautifully done masculine page!

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you Lauren, that is so kind of you to say.

[@micheletrow1382]

👀 replay from Palm Bay FL. Another great layout. TFS😊

[@ellaconner9452]

Great layout and photos! Your husband has a lot to be proud of. Hats off to him for not giving up 😊. Tfs

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you Ella, I am proud of him! I really wanted to make the layout something he would appreciate and I did accomplish that 😃

[@Melsstampingallery]

Lol! Still have my Cropadile and all those eyelets 😂! I can really relate to the story about your husband, my son was the same way. As a retired teacher I have seen many children like that, thankfully we as educators understand the different learning styles and classrooms have changed to accommodate that! 😊 TFS Erin! ❤❤

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

You just can’t get rid of the cropadile! I know there are so many with a similar story to my husbands.

[@paper_belle9770]

Great layout. I may have to scraplift it. My husband followed the exact same path, smart but more hands on in school. Got into both heavy construction AND he’s a licensed tugboat captain. Worked his way up from the bottom. Sometimes we don’t have to go to college to earn a good, respectable living. 😊 I just love this paper collection and snatched it up immediately!!

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

I agree, collage isn’t for everyone. How cool your husband is a tugboat captain! I hope you have some fun photos of him. Enjoy this paper pack, it’s such a good one.

[@louisebrislane6607]

A simple layout but so effective in its simplicity!! Definitely good for a man's page!!

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you Louise. I wanted this layout to be something my husband would appreciate and he definitely liked the end result.

[@ramonapromitas6563]

My gosh. Erin you never disappoint love love love your scrapbook pages. This is my favorite ❤❤❤

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Awww thank you so much, I am glad you enjoyed the layout.

[@GlendasCreativePlace]

Thanks for the inspiration with such a great masculine layout. As a boy Mom myself, this collection really knocks it out of the park!! Can’t wait to get recovered enough from surgery on my retina to dig into this. My hands are itching to cut into these papers, LOL🤣!!

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

It truly does! I know us boy moms were all doing a happy dance. I hope your recovery is going well.

[@terimeier6943]

Gorgeous!! Hey, I wanted to tell you that I attended a crop over this last weekend and the gal that sat down next to me and I talked about you all weekend! We both consider you to be our favorite maker to watch and we both adore your style! What a coincidence!!

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

That is a fun coincidence, I am always amazed how small the world can be. I hope you had fun at your crop and I appreciate your kind words.

[@margvanpatten8220]

Great layout and I totally agree with you about the importance of documenting our work lives. Using a flip-flap as a journal slide is genius! You continue to inspire …. thanks!

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you Marg, I am glad you are finding inspiration in the videos. I am now motivated to document my job, as well as my boys first jobs outside of the home.

[@katistamps]

I love the tags behind that pull out! ❤

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thanks Kati!

[@WendysCreativeCorner]

Great idea using a picture flap as hidden journaling. Definitely going to incorporate that into my layouts.

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you, it is such a quick way to make a pocket and the journaling tags slide in and out easily.

[@diannereed675]

I love watching your process videos and how you explain design and why things work best with the way you place them. Your tips and ideas have helped me in my scrapbooking journey. Thank you for sharing your talents with us.

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you Dianne, I am truly glad to hear the videos are helping you with your layouts. That is wonderful!

[@lisatuers2640]

Love the LO, and the story....SO important to pass down those stories. My mom has recently passed and I have alot of precious pictures, but do not know the stories. SO wish I had those! Thanks for sharing and keeping us inspired! ❤

[@lisatuers2640]

Oh, have tons of brads....🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

I am so sorry you lost your mom. I can relate and wished I had documented more of my dad’s stories when he was alive.

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Lol, I’m glad I’m not alone on having tons of brads 😂

[@leeyadrick4469]

Wonderful layout and wonderful presentation of your husband and his success!

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you! I hope it will be an inspiring story for future generations to come.

[@cynthiamatthews7655]

Another stunning layout. So love your layouts and the stories with them. They are perfect for my way of scrapping xxx

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you Cynthia, I am glad you enjoy my scrappy style and the stories behind the photos 😊

[@shanny889]

A very handsome layout! Could you show closer how you added the foam dots on the pocket?

[@sues4239]

I just made a comment about it too. 👍🏻

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Hello Shanny, thank you so much! I will have to remember to demonstrate that better in the future. Typically I don't add the foam but thought it would be a good idea. It does make it much easier to slide the journaling card right into it's spot. I cut the smallest foam circle in half and shoved it as far a it would go in the pocket to the left and right sides. The journaling tag will have to be narrower to accommodate the foam taking up space in the pocket. Hopefully that makes sense.

[@iotamaker]

Using the flip flap to make a pocket is genius!

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

It’s so quick and easy too!

[@scrappinkim0290]

Erin - I absolutely love your layouts !! You are so talented !! It's so hard for me to wait until the next layout !! I love your work !! Thank you - Kim

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you Kim, that is so nice of you to say.

[@lisawurth7643]

Love what you have done with this layout and showing different layouts with the workshop kits is fabulous

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you Lisa, the workshop designs are so good in this kit and I appreciate how easy they are to change up.

[@stampinndahood]

Love this workshop layout ❤ I've had this sitting on my table using pictures of my grandson, great tips to finish it up!

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

It is a great workshop, I love all the layouts in this one.

[@stampbooker]

I love it! Love the tip of using the flip flap to hide the journaling!

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

I am really appreciating the ease of using a flip flap for a pocket.

[@SewCraftyNana]

Love the brads! Perfect extra touch. Thanks for sharing!

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you! I do love my brads, I should use them more often.

[@marshamcmullen7845]

Love this layout! Many will be able to identify with your husband’s story.

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you Marsha, I think so too.

[@traceysfootprints8660]

Fabulous layout, as usual Erin! Love allllll your work 👍👍

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you Tracey, that is so kind of you to say.

[@carolmoore1336]

You are an inspiration! Love this lay out. Thank you for sharing Erin.

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you Carol, I appreciate that.

[@papertherapywithamy4153]

🤩 LOVE IT! I actually really like hard line layouts that are so balanced, but you are so right that circles really soften that up a bit but keep it masculine. I also really like how they play along with the paprika circles on the one patterned paper! So many things to love about this two page spread Erin! Could be recreated in tons of different styles and themes! I might be Scraplifting it one day! 🧡🖤🧡

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

I love the hard lines layouts too and you create them so well! I noticed how it brought out the little circles on the patterned paper after the fact. I do love a good happy accident 😂

[@debbiediercks2080]

Have always loved Close to My Heart products!!!

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

You and me both!

[@cindycreel3711]

Great layout ! I love all the tips.

[@consolw]

Yes! I still have brads, haven’t used them in ages but I will now! Thanks!

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Yes, dust off the brads, I love those things 😃

[@cathysito7414]

Great layout! Heart-warming story. Thank you for sharing

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you Cathy. My husband enjoyed seeing the layout which was an added bonus 😃

[@shannonstrait6787]

Another great layout. Will be ordering this collection soon.

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you Shannon, I hope you enjoy it, it’s a great collection!

[@kristyshockley1795]

Love this layout and the paper pack!

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you and me too! This paper pack is awesome.

[@eleanorscoville1568]

I really love this layout, it gave me an idea for some pictures I have of my oldest son😊

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you Eleanor, I am so glad it sparked an idea for your son's photos.

[@sherlemerson]

Erin, you are so creative and I learn so many tips and ideas from you. You make it look so easy!

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you, that is big compliment! There are plenty of times I pause the camera and stare at the layout for a bit trying to decide.

[@scraparoo60]

Another great layout, thanks for sharing!

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you, you are very welcome!

[@maryvandenberge]

What a great layout! Thanks for sharing!

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you Mary, I am so inspired by this paper collection.

[@lynnolsen3299]

Just amazing as usual!

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you Lynn, I appreciate that.

[@terrylkasper8541]

Great layout. I always learn from you.

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you and I am glad to hear that! Hope you are having a great weekend.

[@sharonpetty3822]

Loved it as always.

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you Sharon, I appreciate that.

[@maryberklund750]

Love this layout. Very inspirational

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you Mary, I am so glad you like it.

[@lindarogers6209]

Very nice layout!

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you so much!

[@sues4239]

Erin, what size flip flap did you use? Then what size was your journaling card with the tab? I watched that part twice and was trying to figure out how the pop dots worked.

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Hi Sue, I used a 3x4 flip flap, the journaling tag was cut slightly narrower. I will have to show it again in a future video in closer detail. I have used these to create pockets without adding the foam but did discover the tiniest bit of foam acts as a spacer and makes it so easy to slide the journaling card in and out one handed. I took a small foam dot, cut it in half and wedged it inside the flip flap pocket as far to the left and right side as I could get it.

[@sues4239]

Oh, ok…I watched it again. Now I see how you did it. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@pattih3256]

I still have a huge collection of brads and eyelets...and buttons and paper flowers. Can't seem to get rid of them. Haha.

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Oh yes, you are not alone! So many paper flowers and brads 😂

[@sandymacdonald4810]

Love it!

[@maryshelton4998]

I did the same layout but of course yours is better, I change mine up just a little bit too. I love love yours.

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

I am sure it is not better but thank you for your kind words. It is a great layout design to work with.

[@janicemuir7373]

great layout

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you Janice!

[@tawnyaroberts7028]

Great job!!! ❤ I have tons of brads!!!! Lol!!! I have like 8 of those old embellishment cases with the little jars filled with all the different colors we use to have…idk why I hold on to all that stuff! I guess I have a problem! 😮

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Lol, I don’t know if I’d call that a problem but you definitely have me beat, I have two of the embellishment cases full. I am trying to remember to use the stuff

[@tawnyaroberts7028]

@@CraftyConceptswithErin a de stash challenge…how many different retired products can you use on a layout!

[@barbarapattyson2432]

Love this

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you, I am so glad!

[@dragonmommadesigns7763]

I’m loving all of the pages you’re making with this collection! A couple of questions I have for you: When you do your journaling this way, do you add a slit to your page protector, or do you just reach in from the top for it? Also, how do you make it obvious to others that there is hidden journaling?

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you I am so glad you are enjoying the layouts. Typically I try to design the journaling pockets to where I can reach into the top of the page protector and pull out the tag. Sometimes I will write or stamp "pull" on the top of the tag but not always. I probably should though. .

[@susanascraps]

I miss brads! They’re so hard to find now.

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

They are aren't they? I love brads and will be sad when they are obsolete.

[@deb1623]

Do you use a page protector over your page with the pull-up journal card? Do you cut a slit for the tab to pass through?

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Hello Deb, great question, I use top loading page protectors so I will easily be able to reach in and pull out the journaling tab. When I create pockets, I usually try to have them situated towards the top of the page for this very reason.

[@AnwarMarketingSpecialist-]

very nice

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you so much!

[@rondaladuke6106]

Love it!

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you Rhonda! I am loving this paper pack and hope viewers are not bored seeing more layouts.

[@kimkahn1437]

Love it!

[@CraftyConceptswithErin]

Thank you!