8 1/2 x 8 1/2 - 4 page Mini Album Base

[@sharonpalmer-u6v]

Honestly you have done a wonderful job job in all Areas

[@geraldinealdamuy9520]

Excellent job, explaining and like that you are helping the lady!

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Thank you!

[@kateconrad7463]

I would have never guessed that this is your first tutorial - your explanations and tips are excellent! I just received my Love Notes bundle from you and can’t wait to get started. Thank you for providing this tutorial - you’re a natural at this....

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Thank you! I had made many albums before i did the tutorial that helps :)

[@lynnenewell6812]

OMG so good to see N album made by a left handed person! So much easier to see techniques- thank you! Lynne New Zealand

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

wow I never really thought about that.

[@annpollard9873]

You are amazing! Can't believe this is your first video! Well, I do believe you, it's just that it's done so well. Can't wait to see what you come up with next!! Thanks!

[@joannsanders242]

This was a great video. I learned so many tips on how to do the book and hinges. I have so many problems with those. My pages always go on crooked!! I’ll try these on my next album. Thank you got sharing.

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Glad it was helpful! Daphne

[@sherrithompson4238]

Not sure how I started watching this today but love your teaching, your voice is calming and I am left handed so we share in lots of mechanical problems, like ink coated hands from just writing!

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Glad you found us. We have almost 50 detailed project tutorials available for free - check them out. Daphne

[@maddiescreations]

So thankful for your tutorial for this size album! You have such a calming voice that the video was practically over before I realized it!

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

You are most welcome! Daphne

[@debwentworth753]

Thank you for sharing your creations!Much appreciated!💕

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

You are so welcome!

[@THISGIRLSHOUSE]

Hi Daphne, I have been watching your Blossom series while I am making the same for my mother, and I have ended up watching the base video over and over again to make sure I have everything right. In this video, you insert and glue the pocket pages into the album without the flaps and decoration. But when making the individual pages, the base (I presume this is the pocket page), is not attached to an album. Is this because you're trying to just focus on making the base of the album in this specific video? In your normal process, do you complete the pocket pages while the page is glued into the album? Or do you use a base piece of black paper to position and decorate everything first, and then glue the base piece of black paper to the pocket page? BTW, just love your shop's service, how quickly the paper arrives, the little baggies with charms, and great prices. I make an effort to budget some money every money to get something from your shop. Your videos are so great. You guys are just amazing.

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Hi Teresa, thank you so much for the kind words your business means everything to us. Now, on to your question, I use the base build video's over and over so I wanted to show how to install the pocket page as part of base build. I do not install the pocket page until I have added interactive elements because it's at bit easier to manage in my work space. So you can do it either way. Again my prefered method is to work the page outside of the cover because you'll have a flatter surface to decorate. Daphne

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Just following up - any other questions?

[@THISGIRLSHOUSE]

@@ScrapNCreateVideos thank you for your answer. I will try it both ways to find out what’s easier. But As I watch the video and practice, it is getting easier to put the package page onto the hinge with all decorations attached so maybe waiting till I’m done with decoration before putting on package page is best way to go too.

[@michellehouston9166]

I am in total awe of you and these books! I've been watching your videos all weekend. This video was very easy to follow and once I get chipboard and G45 paper (lol), I'm going to give it a go. Wish me luck!!!

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

You can do it! Keep me in the loop would love to hear how your doing. Daphne

[@ireneread2491]

I really like how detailed you are in the perfection of placing pages!

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Thank you so much! Welcome to the channel.

[@lindacook4032]

Thank you so much for sharing your talent...your video is amazing for your first time ...and I spoke to Julie the other day she is just so sweet.... you two ladies are wonderful...

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

We pretty much live for comments like this - thanks so much. Welcome to our corner of the world. Daphne

[@stu2410]

Hi Daphne, thanks for all of your tutorials, they are so Great! I couldn't find in any of them the thickness of the chipboard and cardstock that you are using for the album cover, can you please tell me what is it? or to put a link for the best materials to use? I am trying to order from Amazon the right chipboard and cardstock, I will really appreciate your help. trying to make something beautiful like your for V-day for my husband

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

I use grafix medium weight chipboard and 65 lb cardstock for the base. Daphne

[@stu2410]

@@ScrapNCreateVideos Thank you very much, again love your stuff :)

[@alisoneastwood986]

If this is your first tutorial you are a natural! Very easy to follow and clear and concise instructions. One thing which you don't appear to mention is the weight of paper that you use for your cover and pages - I would be grateful if you could let me know as it looks to give a professional finish. Thank you!

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Thank you so much!

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

I use Astrobright by Neenah in 65# eclipse black.

[@BeverlyLeeCreates]

I'm left handed to that gun is a chore thanks for the tutorials I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL ❤️

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

I finally gave up on it for two reasons 1) how difficult it was to use 2) the scotch tape was failing on my after a few years. I now use ScorTape brand exclusively. Daphne

[@bozomahoney]

Hello Daphne. I am just about to start this and I see two different measurements for the album cover when it comes to the chipboard sizes. In the instructions it says the front and back cover are each 8 1/2 x 8 1/2 in. But when I watch the screen it says to cut it at 8 1/2 x 8 1/4. 🤔

[@bozomahoney]

Nevermind.... I found your answer below 😁

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Let me know if you need anything else. Daphne

[@joleenmekarski7838]

Hi Daphne....you are going to get a kick out of this... I'm new to all this...and have been mostly watching "card making" videos...and something came up from your site and the Stamperia paper caught my eye...so watching your new videos...and love them...so I'm like.. I love the book...and thinking...oh...let me go grab one at Michaels or Hobby Lobby....so off i went to Michaels today...looking at ALL their albums...and nothing with the hinged inserts...nothing with the pocket folders...so i was like...drats...now what....anyway...came home....started watching again...and you mentioned your "playlists" of all the videos......and bam...here it is...you make your OWN books.... I love it....soooooo...just watching this first one now....and looking at the dates from 2 years ago and how this was your "first" video....sooooo see...2 years later...someone (me) is starting from scratch and learning!...cant wait to catch up...so thank you and look forward to many more tutorials!!... Joleen from Florida!!!

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Welcome to the channel! We have tons of tutorials for you to watch. I believe we have over 50 completed projects. The newer the project the more likely you'll be able to find the paper (if you want to build like tutorials). Be sure to check out our shop at www.scrapncreate.com Daphne

[@5555GranD]

Have you seen my "Right Angle" tool? Darlene from Darlene by Heart Did you forget to take the Scor-Tape off the spine chipboard??

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

I caught the tape issue off camera - Daphne

[@5555GranD]

Scrap N Create I wondered if you carefully folded it backwards you could sneak it out... I think the retreats sound so wonderful! My tool is at Etsy. I just created it early this year!

[@suzithewitch]

"I worked in corporate America for 35 years, I'm not sure I have feelings anymore." made me laugh out loud :)

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

I don't even remember saying that - but it does sound like me.

[@budgetboxuk]

What was the spine black card measurements in total before the score lines were put in or doesn’t it matter as such?

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

I think you are asking about the hinge? It is 7 7/8 x 11. Daphne

[@budgetboxuk]

@@ScrapNCreateVideos perfect thanks :)

[@susanhollingsworth1622]

Thx Carpe Diem for asking. It seems to be the one measurement missing from the video! Love your precise approach, Daphne! Works best for me!

[@NodeseoesedoN]

Great work!!! Thanks so mucho for your good tips & advices, they're so useful!!😊

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

You are welcome

[@aliciascrap8758]

Magnifique album. Merci

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

thank you!

[@jocelyndavies4580]

Can i please ask a question, when making the pockets which is the correct way for the paper grain. Love your work.

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Because you need to score 3 sides to create a pocket you really have to go against the grain. I would recommend going with the grain for two of the scores and against for the bottom of the pocket. Daphne

[@mariadelmargarciacalzada9566]

Muchas gracias por compartir, la estructura esta súper clara y a partir de ella podemos hacer lo q queramos con la imaginación, aunque no se si podré algún día hacer cosas tan bonitas como las q haces. 😘😘

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

¡Muchas gracias por tus generosos complementos!

[@JulieMoren]

excellent instructions and directions Thank You

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Your welcome

[@lindyhawthorne2164]

Hi. I just finished my cover, after following your wonderful video. Ive had a bit of warping/lining (dont know how to describe it) on the spine edges where the gap is between the spine and covers. Was wondering if I could somehow send you couple photos for your opinion ??. If yes, where would I send them ?....if no.... I understand. thanks

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

yes you can send them to [e-mail]....Daphne

[@TinkerBell-bc8qg]

What a wonderfully complete video. It is very easy to follow and all the explanations are helpful. Thank you for all your perfectionist techniques. I haven’t made an album yet, so this may be an ignorant question. But, when you are scoring the hinge, why not just start scoring at 2 1/2” and then score every 1/2” from that beginning? Seems less confusing that way. Congratulations on your obvious skills.

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

I like to have exactly the same amount of paper of each side of the hinge when I'm finished. It is much easier to start at 2 1/2... Glad you liked the video. We have lots in our playlist so check them out. Daphne

[@Shanie012]

When I'm working on the side I notice you have 3 I'm coming up with 2 this is for page 1 the fold out

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Hello - Daphne here not sure I understand what you are referencing 2 what?

[@junemacare5184]

Do you show how to make the hinges to adhere the base pages to? Thank you on advance.

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

The pages are pocket pages and slide onto what is called a hidden hinge, that is covered in this tutorial.

[@desdogs3]

Hi Daphne - I am binge watching all of your videos and loving each one. You are a very talented book maker! My question - you do seem to have a preference for 8.5 x 8.5 albums and I wondered why that is. Is it because the design papers from G45 and Stamperia tend to lend themselves to the 8x8 page size so that you're not getting too much waste and off-cuts? Or do you just prefer that size and are able to use more than 1 pack (in the case of Stamperia) to accommodate whatever design you choose? Thanks for a reply!

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

I have polled viewers and that is the most requested size. It is a size that works works well with both 12 x 12 paper packs and the 8 x 8 paper packs. I generally use more than one pack as stamperia only has 10 sheets that would not allow for any interactive pages. Daphne

[@lauraaparicio777]

Hi, I’m from Spain, and I’ve enjoyed very much Your tutorial , I’m going to make it with the papers of Músic stamperia...Thanks for share.

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Thank you for watching.

[@lauraaparicio777]

Please,How long measures the paper of the hinge?

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Hinge Cardstock (inches) 7 7/8 x 11 Score at 2 3/4, 3 1/4 33 /4, 4 1/4, 4 3/4, 5 1/4, 5 3/4, 6 1/4, 6 3/4, 7 1/4, 7 3/4, 8 1/4 along the 11” side

[@znycelondon5313]

At marker 26:26.....did you intend to leave the ( four outer edges of the spine) tape protective paper on it?

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Nope (I caught it off camera and removed it). Daphne

[@budgetboxuk]

At 26:43 it looked like you didn’t peel off the spine outer tape when placing it down. Please say you did or my ocd will keep me awake wondering, as it has already done so for a bit now. :/

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

I caught it off camera - your not the only one to notice! Have a great holiday. Daphne

[@apfau04bronco]

You’re doing wonderful

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Thank you!

[@debrabgoode]

Could you tell me the brand of the ruler you are using , I can't seem to find it? Looks to be one of the better ones. Thank you

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Xacto

[@annpollard9873]

Hi Daphne, me again! Can you confirm the measurements for the chipboard cover and spine? The video shows 8-1/2 x 8-1/4, but the cut list shows 8-1/2 x 8-1/2. And for the inside liner, the video shows 8-1/4 x 8, but the cut list shows 8-3/8 x 8-3/8. Thanks!

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Hi Ann - you can use either measurement. At some point i decided to make it square seemed easier and I wanted the cover to extend to protect the pocket inserts which usually stick out about 1/2". If you go with the 8 1/2 x 8 1/4 you will want to make sure the inserts don't stick out beyond the cover (if they do just trim them down a bit. Either way the internal pocket pages remain the same 8 x 8. Daphne

[@annpollard9873]

@@ScrapNCreateVideos Thanks for the quick reply Daphne! I was going to use G45 Midnight Masquerade to make this, but now I'm leaning towards G45 Sun Kissed! Can't wait to start! Thanks again for the hard work you put into your video.... greatly appreciated!

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

wow I love them both - but they are very different. Have you had a chance to check out my other tutorials? Interestingly enough I don't have tutorials for either of those collections...I do have a walk through of G45 Midnight masquerade kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2KcqouCh6aDnKs course its not 8 1/2 x 8 1/2 but it might inspire you.

[@CarefreeSue]

Thank you so very much!

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

You're very welcome!

[@loishammer8959]

The black card stock for this mini album is what weight?

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

65 lb I used Astrobright in Eclipse Black

[@louisedimond9315]

Thank you ☺️

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

You’re welcome 😊

[@debrashaw9130]

Your first tutorial...really?? Amazing job! 💖🌹

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Yes that was a few years ago when I started the channel. I had made albums but had not recorded for tutorials. Daphne

[@janehambly915]

Your amazing I’ve watched the dreamland missed you putting the pages in couldn’t find that video .this is so informative thank you

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

i usually do the page install off camera - but you can see it on the base build. Daphne

[@patriciacotronea4245]

What brand of black card stock is used for the cover?

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

I use hobby lobby 12 x 12 for the cover then add book binding tape to the spine hinge area

[@melanieschneider6599]

Hi Daphne, can you please tell me the name of the square ruler with a handle? find that useful. LG Melli

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

That is a tool I created out of necessity "tape tear tool" You can pick one up in out shop.www.scrapncreate.com/product-page/copy-of-tape-tear-tool

[@katherinechua6706]

I am looking for dog and cat tutorial by echo park

[@budgetboxuk]

Can you use daylight bulbs instead?

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

I finally got some real studio lighting! Yay

[@sietievdw5404]

Did You notice that You dit not remove the backing strips from the middle part chipboard Before You glued it onto THE cover paper?

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

I did catch it off camera :)

[@lindyhawthorne2164]

Im going to make this album next, but it will only be my third one. Im really worried about attaching the pages properly to the hinges. I am wondering if there is another way to do it. I did do a previous album using a waterfall technique but that had single pages not pocket pages.

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

www.bloglovin.com/blogs/annes-papercreations-3646478/how-to-make-hinges-spines-binding-for-mini-4187722997 Here is one of the most comprehensive tutorials covering different binding methods for mini albums. Daphne

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

when it comes to hinges its really preference. with/or without the pocket the overall mini album looks pretty much the same you just have less photo space. Daphn

[@sabinefabia7071]

Las medidas En cm? Porfavor

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Formula multiply the length value by 2.54

[@sabinefabia7071]

Ho genial,aprendi algo.gracias

[@linaabdullah8107]

I just realized you did not take off the scor tape of the centre part of ur cardstock.

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

I did discover it later and removed it off camera. Good catch!

[@nathaliecarrier7164]

Hi Daphne. When you did your Microcosmos album, you changed the base to 8 1/4 X 8 1/4. Which one do you prefer? Would you go back to 8 1/2 instead? Thank you.

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

I like both - I think that the 8 1/2 inch does a better job of protecting the pocket page inserts. So I'm most likely going to go back to the as a standard. Daphne

[@lilahadcock1237]

What’s the name of this beautiful part and where can I find it! Love your tutorials! Doing a great job. Just keep giving the measurements! Your awesome!

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Which part?

[@ireneread2491]

Love your video!

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Thank you so much! Welcome to the channel. Here is how we organize our project. We have a playlist for each project (usually named for the paper collection used). In the playlist video 1 is the walk through, video 2 is the base album build the following videos customize the album for the project with interactive elements and designer paper. Be sure to subscribe and you'll be notified when we release new projects. As of now we over 50 projects with detailed tutorial video's ready for you to enjoy. Daphne

[@MoostangRita1966]

Hi Daphne, quick question....below the video it says cut chipboard 8 1/2 x 8 1/2 but video says cut chipboard 8 1/2 x 8 1/4...I am assuming the video is the correct measurement but wanted to double check first. Thanks!

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Hi Rita! You can make it either way. I sued to make my albums 8 1/2 x 8 1/4 then switched to make it a square 8 1/2 x 8 1/2 . The chipboard only affects the cover the pages flaps pockets inserts will not change. Daphne

[@MoostangRita1966]

Scrap N Create Thank you!!!! 👍🏻

[@denisehouse7542]

thank you for this link

[@elainesewell8250]

You didn’t take all tape off the spine otherwise very good tutorial.

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

I caught that before I finished my book :) Thank you for the complement.

[@cynthialeyva5122]

Where can you get chipboard? I never can find it. What do you cut it with? What kind of paper is the black paper? Do you prefer a specific brand? BTW your albums are beyond gorgeous! Masterpieces!

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

I use medium weight chipboard and I buy it online www.amazon.com/Grafix-Chipboard-12-Inch-Natural-25-Pack/dp/B0013JRFUA I use Neenah astrobright cardstock in eclipse black, white and they have cream. I find this at walmart in the office printer area (not in the craft area). I only use Neenah for my base albums I have tried lots of brands and prefer Neenah (I rarely have and issue with the paper splitting or warping). Glad you found us! Feel free to ask me anything here or you can also reach me via email on our website www.scrapncreate.com Daphne

[@cynthialeyva5122]

I found infor about black paper and how to cut, so just wondering about where to get chipboard?

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Above I added a link to amazon for chipboard. Daphne

[@nicolefattu1851]

Hello! Just found your channel and your tutorial is AMAZING! You did a great job for your first one. My only question is where do you show how to make the pages? I watched in segments but didn’t think I skipped anything not sure if it is in this video or another one. Thanks for sharing you talent!

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

It's right at the beginning of the tutorial goto "2:10" The pages are pocket pages so there are two pieces per page. Daphne Glad you found us! Be sure to subscribe and you can browse the playlists we have all our projects grouped by paper collection.

[@nicolefattu1851]

Scrap N Create AHHH! Ok in my defense I watched the video over several days!!!! 😂. I can’t believe I totally spaced that whole part and when I just started it again where you said I knew I had seen it because I remembered thinking I pull my score tape down partially so I can center and place just like you do. Thanks for the patient reply and sorry for the ditzy question!

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

No problem - find myself "spacing out" when watching youtube and often have to rewatch its kinda like having to re-read the same line in a book. Daphne

[@jennifercherrington4759]

Hello, I see 2 different widths of Sor tape. What are the widths ?

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

My two goto sizes are 3/8th and 5/8th inch

[@lindarobbins8994]

Question! What if you are interested in a 5 signature album? What do you need to do?

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Hi Linda, I’ve created a quick tutorial on planning your hinge and spine. Daphne

[@jplattfull]

What cardstock should I use to create my album?

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

I used Neenah Astrobight in eclipse black

[@karinwatson4985]

I have only just started watching your tutorials but I can already tell that the precise way you do things makes a huge difference in the finished album. I’ve watched a lot of videos but none that look like yours. But you can be sure that I will be using your methods in future! Awesome job on the tutorials!

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Thank you so much!

[@paulaa.7798]

ok where is the next step to finish this album?

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Hi Paula can you give me a little more information on what your looking for? This video is a base build. If you are looking for interactive elements that get added....see our playlists.kzbin.infoplaylists?view_as=subscriber

[@desdogs3]

Hi Daphne, may I ask what 12x12 paper you use?

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

For my album bases I use 8 1/2 x 11 Astrobight by Neenah, and I use recollections. Having said that I have not really found a good 12 x12 cardstock and reinforce my spines with book binding tape. Daphne

[@busybeescrapbooks3268]

What brand and weight paper do you use?

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

The base album is constructed with 65lb Astrobrite by Neehna

[@lauraaparicio777]

Please,How long measures the hinge ?

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

The hinge is 7 7/8 -

[@lauraaparicio777]

Scrap N Create Thanks a lot!!!

[@georgiasales5501]

What kind of paper cutter do you use to cut chipboard, your tutorial is great, very comprehensive, thank you

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

I use a metal ruler and a box cutter. I've tried using several methods but have found the best results using old school methods. Daphne

[@georgiasales5501]

@@ScrapNCreateVideos Thank you for the info, also thank you for the quick reply

[@sietievdw5404]

Why didn,t you remove the backtape strips from the middelpart of your chipboard? At 1.33

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

That was a mistake - I fixed it off camera.

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Welcome to the Channel

[@gillianmars4767]

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[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Did you have a question

[@sheila5728]

Hello...is this the correct tutorial for making the dreamland mini album?

[@ScrapNCreateVideos]

Yes it is!

[@sheila5728]

Thank you so much!