Prima Victorian Christmas Envelope Album Tutorial for Throwback Thursday

Learn how to make a quick and easy December Daily style album base with envelopes, cardstock and the paper collection of your choice.
I've dug deep in the Closet of Shame to find Prima's 2015 Victorian Christmas Collection waiting to be brought to new life with an all new Throwback Thursday Tutorial.
I'll also share the finished album along with tips and tricks to help you create your own version of this festive design.

[@helenranger9216]

I really love this one, great to see how to make the folio, as a beginner it's very helpful. You are a great teacher. I would have loved to have additional videos to show the decorating process. I can't get enough

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Thanks, Helen! If you look in my video archives, you'll find lots of mini album videos, and I do share more details in some of those. It's a very time consuming process to film a project, so I kind of have to choose in advance how in depth I plan to go. I'm glad you enjoyed the folio tutorial. I have loads of them on my channel!

[@lynnclements1338]

What a beautiful album. I made a Christmas album in pink, purple and blue. Im now doing one in red and green. They are so interesting to do❤️💚

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

So fun! I’m so glad you are enjoying this tutorial, Lynn!

[@CarolHeld]

What a gorgeous Victorian style envelope album Kathy. I adore any project that brings in the Victorian era and you certainly did that for us. I am currently working on a Graphic 45 Album and thought I would take a break and watch this tutorial for some R&R and inspiration before starting my edit. smile Thank you for the lovely tutorial. Blessings

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Thank you so much, Carol! I thoroughly enjoyed putting this project and tutorial together. I'm tickled pink that you took a break from your project to watch the video. (Editing is hard work, isn't it?) Thanks so much for paying me a visit! Happy crafting! xo

[@CarolHeld]

You are most welcome. I agree with you wholeheartedly on the editing part. hahaha, Have a great creative week. I look forward to viewing another one of your tutorials. Blessings

[@gerrywolfe2549]

Very beautiful, love the vintage paper. Green tutorial.

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Thank you so much, Gerry! It's such a wonderful collection to work with. I'm so glad you enjoyed the tutorial! Happy Thanksgiving!

[@danine56]

Oh this is just the bees knees , i love love love what you did on the cover , i must have a go at doing this as it looks so easy , thank you for a great tutorial x

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Thank you so much Danine! This envelope base is quick and easy to put together. You can keep it simple, or dress it up as I did here. So glad you enjoyed it!

[@cher4all]

Stunning project,as always, Kathy!! I too have loads of this paper left over. Christmas gift idea...❤️❤️

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Wonderful! I'm so glad you have the paper in house. It really is a wonderful collection. I miss seeing these vintage style papers in the new releases from various companies. Clearly a lot of people feel the same way as loads of folks have commented here and on my blog that they wish they had this paper. Thanks for the very kind words...and happy crafting!

[@cher4all]

Exactly!! Like most paper crafters, I hoard the paper for this exact reason. Too scared to cut it up. This is one for me though. I so appreciate your designs. I also have Primas Sweet Peppermint. Wonder if you might design something with this paper line, if you have it??

[@marneemiller9432]

Love it!! Great idea for gifts and the paper is gorgouse!!! U come out with the best ideas. Thanks for more inspiration

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

You are so welcome! Thank you so much for watching and for taking the time to leave this kind comment! Happy crafting!

[@deeleaman1839]

Wow! So beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

My pleasure 😊! Thanks for watching!

[@marykayejenrich7845]

This has truly inspired me to make one of these. First to get rid of this nasty cold... Just beautiful! Wow! 🎁🎄🎅❄☃️🌨

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

So sorry you are down with a nasty cold! That is no fun at all. Hope you feel better real soon and then have the time and energy to break out your scissors!

[@gracaalmeida2270]

Absolutely gorgeous! Thanks Ho Ho Ho❤

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Thanks so much for watching! And Merry Christmas...a little early!

[@lynnmartin5141]

Wow! It’s amazing what a difference pretty paper and accessories make, looks lovely. Thank you xx😁🧡

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

It really is! And to me, that is the magic of papercrafting! Thanks so much, Lynn! Have fun with this one!

[@theshabbyhippie]

Hi Kathy! I have never tried to make an envelope mini album. They just don't appeal to me, but after seeing this one I might just give it a try! Hugs my friend! x

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

I like the easy construction. I think it makes a "from scratch" album less intimidating for a beginner. Adding a wrap around cover really makes it feel more like a traditional album, too. Thanks, friend!

[@madhurimadutta6348]

Omg I liked it so much...I will make one of these to store my engagement photos❤️

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Congratulations on your engagement! I'm so happy for you! I'm thrilled that you will be using this design for such an important event! Thanks for the kind words!

[@madhurimadutta6348]

@@kathyclementkathybydesign my pleasure ❤️....thank you so much for your best wishes...it means a world to me

[@debbiebrewington7635]

This is so great!! Thanks for sharing!!!!!

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it, Debbie! It's a fun project to make, too! Thanks for the sweet words!

[@gina15]

Hey Kathy, again a beautiful creation that you have made with my favorite paper Prima Marketing 👏👏👏👍👍🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄Mvg Gina 🤗🤗

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Thank you so much! Do you have this collection, Gina?

[@mercedesgarcia5808]

Precioso Kathy, me encanta

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Thank you my friend! xo

[@vickienipp]

Absolutely beautiful!!! Love your album's so much i have not tried an envelope album before thank you for the tutorial

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching, Vickie! Have fun with this one!

[@roseanneshappycraftycreati6126]

Beautiful just beautiful! Love all your crafting! You are so talented!

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Many many thanks, Roseanne! I'm so glad you are enjoying my channel! Happy crafting!

[@lolalarue704]

Oh I really want to try this envelope technique!! What a fantastically beautiful album! Hugs!

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Thanks so much, my friend! I haven't made an envelope mini in ages, so this was fun. I think you will enjoy the process. You can make them really big like this one, or much smaller. Have fun and let me know how it goes! Hugs!

[@mtgmystery777]

So fun and beautiful

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

You are so kind! I wish Prima would do more of these vintage style collections, don't you?

[@nightangel0515]

Love it! Easy and quick make! Love the paper! Love it!

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Thanks so much! Yes, the base comes together very quickly this way. Hope you get a chance to make one soon!

[@cece_h]

So pretty. I’m binging on Christmas crafts today. I still have some of this collection too Including the little mailbox charm!

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Oh, I 'm so glad you have this collection in house! It's such a delight to work with. Happy Christmas crafting, Cecilia!

[@KarenMRoth]

Absolutely gorgeous!

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Thank you so much! I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

[@scrappassion01]

Beautiful project!!!! I need to try this!!! Thanks for sharing!

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Have fun, Bettye! Let me know when you have yours made and I'll pop by for a look! Hugs!

[@elizabethsegaert6085]

What a meet idea,hope you will be making some fantastic Christmas cards I am always looking for some new ideas

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Thanks, Elizabeth! I'm working on them now! Stay tuned! Hugs!

[@lynnewoolgar4348]

Awesome idea for using up your stash. Gorgeous album!!

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Thanks so much, Lynne! It always feels good to use up a beloved older collection. Thanks for watching!

[@scrappinsilly]

This is absolutely beautiful! I have to go back into my archives because I think I have this collection!!!🤣 I seem to love everything you create you just seem to have that Magic touch!!! Thank you for sharing!!!!😄❤️

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Thank you so much! I have been hoarding this lovely collection for years. I've used up almost every bit of it now in this project. But it was such fun to make! I'm thrilled to know that you are enjoying my channel! Thank you for watching! Happy Thanksgiving!

[@ByCherS]

WOW!! It’s perfect!❤️❤️❤️

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Thank you, Cher! I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

[@shennahull2183]

Thank you so much for the lovely details and information, your so talented..I will be making some...Have a Beautiful Blessed Day!! Oh Thank you for sharing that we can go and watch your classes, so sweet of you !!

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

You are so welcome, Shenna! I hope you find some tutorials that you will enjoy there. Thanks for watching!

[@morningflowerB]

Very pretty 💐

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Thank you! 😊

[@barbaramcgirl2825]

Beautiful album, you are amazing!

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Thank you so much! I have my moments, Barbara...and then I have the moments when I can't find my scissors! LOL

[@thethebananaweasel]

U r amaze-balls, thankyou!!

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Wow, thank you!

[@sarahspencer3737]

Im so glad i just became a new subscriber!! This is Amazing!! Looks like im going to be very busy trying to do this as im extremely new to doing things like this!

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Awww! Welcome aboard! I'm excited to have you along for the journey! We have a lot of fun here! How long have you been paper crafting?

[@sarahspencer3737]

@kathyclementkathybydesign well I just did my very first junk journal little flip book this past week.. soo for about that long 🤣 but it's so much fun and I just love watching all the things people do.

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

@@sarahspencer3737 Ha! I warn you, Sarah...it's slightly addictive. So glad you had fun. There's so much joy to be found in creativity!

[@spremier9626]

Wait... I didn’t have to spend $70 on album die sets? 😂 😆 Doesn’t matter- I’ll be following your tutorial and that kit on the shelf. Your video is so easy to follow and I can modify it for different envelope sizes. Your project is AMAZING! Thanks a million! 💕

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Thank you so much! I'm so glad you enjoyed the tutorial! I think you'll have fun making these...they are easy and very versatile! Happy crafting!

[@antm64]

WOW! This paper collection is stunning and definitely new to my creative eyes! This is one I would willingly pay full price for if it were to be re-issued by Prima. I'm not much of a fan of their current penchant for pastels and or their mostly white backgrounds. I create a Christmas Countdown for the grands every year and this easy envelope album is a great idea for this year. I so enjoy your video tutorials and your tip filled narratives...easy to understand and follow along. Thanks for including your design changes and how to rectify each issue. This way I am confident that my "mistakes" can be adapted into the project with good results. How I wish I could get my hands on this collection!!

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Thanks, Martie! It is still available in the A4 format. I linked to it in the supply list below my blog post. I think you would love working with it! Hugs and thanks! k

[@antm64]

@@kathyclementkathybydesign Well, I'm too late. DISCONTINUED on every site I tried, including your link. Thanks for trying, Kathy. Oh, well...I can come back to this beautiful project any time. Merry early Christmas!

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Well, phooey! I was hoping you you would get a pad of it! It really is a most beautiful collection.

[@lisawagner6076]

I just found your channel and look forward to seeing what you have. I am in Greensboro, NC. Are you near me? Your voice sounds familiar. I was involved with the High Point Quilt guild years ago and even further back taught scrapbooking classes here in town. Just curious. You also sound like maybe you lived up north some, like me, LOL.

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Hello, Lisa! Welcome aboard! I'm so glad you found my channel! I live in the Raleigh area, so not too far. I've never been a quilter, but I greatly admire the artistry that goes into making one. I grew up in New England, then married a native North Carolinian almost 46 years ago, so I think of myself as a Southerner. But that New England accent is hard to shake! LOL Thanks for watching and for reaching out with this lovely comment!

[@dr.amyanna9235]

Where did you get your “gold” stylus? My mother is the MIDAS WOMAN! We all get her tools in gold (fake) and she just adores them. Just give me some ideas where I can get one. I like your technique on the envelopes binding!✌️💜👏👏👏🙏👍😁

[@kathyclementkathybydesign]

Thanks, Dr. Amy! Sadly, I bought that stylus about 12 years ago from a company called Paper Wishes. I have so many requests on where to find it. I have not been able to find it on their website, and I've had it so long that the printed name of the company who made it has worn off the barrel. Perhaps if you contact Customer Service at PW and inquire they can point you in the right direction. It really is a great tool!