Scrapbook Your Way

I've had the opportunity to review hundreds of scrapbooking plans created by members through our annual Planning Party events. In this episode I'm distilling my observations and advice into ten points for you to consider. I'm covering common pitfalls as well as suggestions for gentle, realistic planning for your hobby.Links MentionedHow to join the Simple Scrapper community💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw321 to comment on this episode.🧐 Get the Focus Finder tool at simplescrapper.com/focus

In my recent episode with Alissa Williams I shared a little bit about my thinking for 2026. In this 20-minute solo episode I go a bit deeper into why I'm thinking about giving up scrapbooking projects and what I'm planning to do instead. I can't wait to hear your reaction to my semi-organized thoughts, which was recorded in my car in the parking lot of a Starbucks while Emily was at volleyball practice.Links MentionedStacy Julian Library of MemoriesAli Edwards December DailyBlog Post: Finishing 12 Years of December DailyAli Edwards Week In The LifeHeidi Swapp's Stop The BlurShannan Manton on Instagram💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw320 to comment on this episode.🧐 Get the Focus Finder tool at simplescrapper.com/focus

How do we take that "I should scrapbook this!" moment and save it for later? That's what this episode is all about. I asked a group of Simple Scrapper staff and team members to join me for a conversation all about journaling. Our discussion includes stories about personal journals, how we decide what to share in our scrapbooks, and systems for keeping track of the facts, feelings, and memories we don't want to forget.Links MentionedKeynoteShutterflyAli Edwards Quarterly KitApple Journal AppDay One AppMomento App I Am AppProject LifeSusannah Conway Journal Your LifeStacy Julian Library of MemoriesCreative MemoriesAffinity PhotoTrelloClickupAli Edwards Storyteller ClassShimelle Journal Your ChristmasBlurbEvernoteThe Playbooks from Kendra AdachiCanon QX 20 (*)Canon Ivy (*)*Affiliate links help to support the work we do, at no additional cost to you.💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw319 to comment on this episode.🧐 Get the Focus Finder tool at simplescrapper.com/focus

When you're feeling the itch to make a change, try thinking small and subtle like Tracie Radtke. Tracie is a digital memory keeper who focuses on clean and simple pages that she prefers to have printed in books. She keeps her process interesting for each project by switching up style choices like shadows and grids. In this episode you'll hear how Tracie's process has evolved over time and why she's settled on her current scrapbooking strategies.Links MentionedTracie on Instagram: @whattracieismakingTracie’s PatreonProject MouseCanon R Mirrorless camera (*)ShutterflyProject LifeAli Edwards December DailyBlurbPhotoshopAffinityInDesignCanva*Affiliate links help to support the work we do, at no additional cost to you.💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw318 to comment on this episode.🧐 Get the Focus Finder tool at simplescrapper.com/focus

In this episode I’m catching up with Alissa Williams from the parking lot of the volleyball club where both of our daughters play. We reflect on our faves and fails from 2025 and share our tentative plans for scrapbooking and planning in 2026. Our conversation also touches on embracing what fills us up, letting go of projects that no longer serve us, and finding joy in both our creative routines and the unexpected changes life brings. The list of links mentioned during this episode exceeds the character capacity of the episode description. Visit the show notes for this episode to find links to everything we discussed.🧐 Get the Focus Finder tool at simplescrapper.com/focus

Kaylen Faye is a 20-something second generation scrapbooker, content creator, and bride-to-be. In this episode Kaylen shares how she uses social media to inspire others and document her crafty adventures. Her story is a timely reminder of how sharing our creativity can build community and encourage others to start their own memory keeping journeys.Links MentionedKaylen on Instagram: @kaylenfaye_Creative Memories Scrap JournalsDreamboxCanvaLiene PixCut S1 (*)*Affiliate links help to support the work we do, at no additional cost to you.💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw316 to comment on this episode.🧐 Get the Focus Finder tool at simplescrapper.com/focus

In this episode I'm chatting with Lynnette Penacho, our November featured artist and our current template designer. We explored how Lynnette’s passion for telling her own story led to the creation of The Faves Project, a monthly tradition that celebrates her favorite moments and memories. Our conversation included how she turned her colorful, pattern-loving style into a creative routine that’s both meaningful and sustainable. Links MentionedThe Faves ProjectLynnette on Instagram: @thefavesprojectProject LifeAli Edwards December DailySweet Shoppe DesignsStudio Flergs kits💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw315 to comment on this episode.🧐 Get the Focus Finder tool at simplescrapper.com/focus

Join Monica Moriak, a digital scrapbooker, Monica Alvarez, a versatile paper scrapbooker, Melissa Magnuson-Canady, who blends digital and print methods, and Amy Zwart, community manager at Simple Scrapper, as they discuss their creative journeys. They share insights on letting go of perfection, prioritizing personal style, and embracing community accountability. Topics include adapting scrapbooking to fit one’s lifestyle, simplifying creative decisions, and the importance of leaving room for spontaneity as they plan for 2026.

Join Tracy Fox, a seasoned paper scrapbooker known for her 12x12 formats, and Amy Zwart, who specializes in 12x12 layouts and memory projects, as they delve into reflections on creative challenges faced this year. They share amusing stories of mishaps, from adhesive shortages to cat-induced chaos. The duo discusses simplifying complex layouts, managing random photos, and finding inspiration in unfinished projects. They emphasize adapting scrapbook plans to personal creative seasons, ensuring each project is fulfilling and enjoyable.

Join Tracy Fox, a longtime paper scrapbooker known for her square layouts and multi-photo designs, in a vibrant discussion on celebrating scrapbook successes from this year. She shares her joy in rediscovering older supplies, emphasizing the satisfaction of mixing vintage with new. The conversation also dives into creative workflows, revealing how systems like Keynote and the Project Life app inspire ongoing projects. Tracy reflects on achieving a more relaxed, 'zen' approach to scrapbooking, reminding us that creativity is all about fun and personal victories.