Today I'm sharing my monthly scrapbook sketch hop layout featuring the brand-new Stampin' Up! Hot Foil System! Join me as I choose papers, plan the design, create custom hot foil embellishments, and bring this scrapbook layout to life from start to finish. If you've been wondering how hot foil can be incorporated into scrapbook layouts, this process video is full of ideas for adding shine, texture, and custom accents while following a scrapbook sketch. Be sure to visit the other talented creators in this month's Sketch Hop for even more scrapbook inspiration! If you enjoyed today's layout, I'd love it if you would subscribe, give the video a thumbs up, and leave a comment letting me know how you would use hot foil on a scrapbook page. Thank you so much for spending part of your day crafting with me! SKETCH HOP PLAYLIST / PARTICIPANTS https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLstCXZMUdk6r2Hw3jL2pz31FpgR-0O3P-&si=uqxLShNV-CbFxFou The Stampin' Up! products used in this video were personally purchased or provided as part of my role as an independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator. As always, all project ideas and opinions are my own. Supplies: Stampin' Up! Hot Foil System: https://www.stampinup.com/products/stampin-hot-foil-system-na?demoid=2297360 Echoes of Details bundle: https://www.stampinup.com/products/stampin-hot-foil-system-na?demoid=2297360 Luxe Alphabet Hot Foil: https://www.stampinup.com/products/luxe-alphabet-numbers-hot-foil-dies?demoid=2297360 Sweetly Sentimental Bundle: https://www.stampinup.com/products/luxe-alphabet-numbers-hot-foil-dies?demoid=2297360 Flourishes and Frames Bundle: https://www.stampinup.com/products/flourish-frames-bundle?demoid=2297360 Flower Accents: https://www.stampinup.com/products/flower-accents?demoid=2297360 Gold Hot Foil: https://www.stampinup.com/products/gold-stampin-hot-foil-rolls?demoid=2297360 Country Woods DSP Marbled Elegance DSP Cardstocks: Early Espresso, Basic Beige, Cherry Cobbler, White Willow Inks: Crumb Cake, Early Espresso 00:00 Introduction 00:27 About the Sketch/Photo Inspiration 02:29 Choosing Background Papers 05:57 Parts of the Hot Foil System 11:49 Creating Hot Foil Pieces 20:47 Adding Hot Foil Pieces to Your Page 23:20 Inking and building clusters 28:05 Extra stamping

Looking for fresh adventure scrapbook layout ideas? In today's scrapbook layout share, I'm showing you how one paper collection can create 24 beautiful scrapbook pages in two completely different styles! This One Paper Collection feature includes: 🍃 10 simple scrapbook pages for quick and beautiful memory keeping 🍃 12 stepped-up scrapbook pages with additional layers, techniques, and detail 🍃 1 bonus two-page layout for even more inspiration Whether you're scrapbooking camping trips, lake vacations, cabin weekends, fishing adventures, bicycle rides, hiking, road trips, national parks, or everyday outdoor memories, I hope these layouts spark ideas for your own albums. You'll see plenty of inspiration for: Adventure scrapbook layouts Outdoor scrapbook pages Travel scrapbook ideas Lake and cabin memories Camping scrapbook layouts Nature scrapbook pages Fishing scrapbook layouts Bicycle scrapbook ideas 12x12 scrapbook layouts Scrapbook page inspiration I'd love to know—which layout was your favorite? Let me know in the comments! If you enjoy scrapbook layout shares, Cricut ideas, scrapbook workshops, and creative paper crafting inspiration, I'd love to have you subscribe so you don't miss future videos. Making your own faux woodgrain paper: https://youtu.be/7KDgELLniOk All workshop information is found here: 10 Page Simply Scrappin' workshop: https://www.snipsbykelly.com/post/waterside-retreat-10-page-simply-scrappin-workshop 12 Page Sparkle and Shine: https://www.snipsbykelly.com/post/waterside-retreat-12-page-sparkle-and-shine-workshop Shop & Connect With Me 🛒 Shop Stampin' Up! www.snipsbykelly.stampinup.net 🌐 Blog: www.snipsbykelly.com 📺 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@snipsbykelly 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SnipsbyKelly 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellybaxterfitzgerald I am an independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator. The content on this channel is my own and is not endorsed by Stampin' Up! ✨ Supplies featured: Everyday is an an Adventure Single Page Layout: Waterside Retreat Designer Series Paper Relaxing Waterside Stamp & die Bundle Sweet Words and Labels Dies Bordered in Beauty Dies Sunset Coast Dies Loose Anchor Trinkets: https://www.stampinup.com/products/loose-anchor-trinkets?demoid=2297360 Neutral Matte Dots Cardstock: Willow White, Cajun Craze, Misty Moonlight Stamp Pads: Pecan Pie, Gray Granite Stampin' Dimensionals Mini Ink Blending Tool Woodgrain Embossing Folder of your choice Corner Rounder Cricut Cuts 10 Page Simply Scrappin' Workshop Waterside Retreat Designer Series Paper: https://www.stampinup.com/products/waterside-retreat-12-x-12-30-5-x-30-5-cm-designer-series-paper?demoid=2297360 Here & Now Mix and Match Ephemera: https://www.stampinup.com/products/here-now-mix-match-ephemera-pack-english?demoid=2297360 Loose Anchor Trinkets: https://www.stampinup.com/products/loose-anchor-trinkets?demoid=2297360 Bakers Twine Essentials Pack: https://www.stampinup.com/products/baker-s-twine-essentials-pack?demoid=2297360 Foam Dimensionals: https://www.stampinup.com/products/stampin-dimensionals?demoid=2297360 12 Page Sparkle and Shine Workshop Waterside Retreat Suite Collection (Includes Waterside Retreat Designer Series Paper, Loose sequins, Relaxing Waterside Stamp & Die Bundle): https://www.stampinup.com/products/waterside-retreat-suite-collection-english?demoid=2297360 Brushed Silver Foil Paper: In the Cricut Cuts only: https://www.stampinup.com/products/silver-12-x-12-30-5-x-30-5-cm-foil-sheets?demoid=2297360 1 Industrial Trinket 3D Birch Embossing Folder Spotlight on Nature Dies: https://www.stampinup.com/products/spotlight-on-nature-dies?demoid=2297360 Bakers Twine Essentials Pack: https://www.stampinup.com/products/baker-s-twine-essentials-pack?demoid=2297360 Vellum: https://www.stampinup.com/products/vellum-12-x-12-30-5-x-30-5-cm-specialty-paper?demoid=2297360 White Gel Pen: https://www.stampinup.com/products/white-gel-pens?demoid=2297360 Stamp Pads: Pecan Pie, Secret Sea, Memento Black Mini-Ink Blending Tool Scoring Board (for creating your own woodgrain paper) Muted Palette Dots (dots from your stash) Stampin' Blends: Gray Granite, Pecan Pie, Cajun Craze Added Cardstocks Cricut Cuts and Cricut Print and Cuts 00:00 Introduction 01:45 Page types and breakdown 03:18 Everyday Adventure (Extra Layout) Share 04:53 10 Page Simply Scrappin' Supplies 07:43 10 Page Simply Scrappin' Share 15:58 12-Page Sparkle & Shine (Elevated layout share) 31:48 Backwards Review of ALL 24 pages!

Today we are simplifying a cricut file for scrapbooking. f you've ever opened a Cricut Design Space file and thought, There are WAY too many pieces to cut! this video is for you! We are Today I'm sharing a fun and easy Fourth of July scrapbook layout while also showing one of my favorite Cricut Design Space tricks. I'll teach you how to simplify a layered design from lots of individual pieces down to just two easy-to-cut layers using simple Design Space tools. Along the way you'll learn how to use: • Slice • Contour • Attach • Offset **please note you can slow down the playback speed for better step by step These are techniques I use all the time to make cutting faster, easier, and much less overwhelming. As a bonus, I've included a **FREE Cricut Design Space file** in the description so you can recreate the featured layout without having to build the design yourself. The file is already sized, colored, and ready to cut! Whether you're a scrapbooker who owns a Cricut or a Cricut crafter wanting to simplify layered designs, I hope this quick tutorial gives you a few tricks you'll use again and again. ⬇️ FREE DESIGN SPACE FILE https://design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/6a481d54f9511c2c142b208a SUPPLIES USED A Stitched Season Designer Series Paper: https://www.stampinup.com/products/a-stitched-season-12-x-12-30-5-x-30-5-cm-designer-series-paper?demoid=2297360 Cardstocks: Willow White, Real Red, Blueberry Bushel Stamp Pads: Blueberry Bushel, Night of Navy, Real Red Blending Brushes: https://www.stampinup.com/products/blending-brushes?demoid=2297360 Stencil from my stash Gems from my stash Star dies from my stash Foam Dimensionals Shop & Connect With Me 🛒 Shop Stampin' Up! www.snipsbykelly.stampinup.net 🌐 Blog: www.snipsbykelly.com 📺 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@snipsbykelly 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SnipsbyKelly 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellybaxterfitzgerald I am an independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator. The content on this channel is my own and is not endorsed by Stampin' Up! © Stampin' Up!® All product images, trademarks, and copyrights belong to Stampin' Up! Thank you so much for watching! If you enjoyed this tutorial, please Like, Subscribe, and leave a comment letting me know what Cricut technique you'd like to learn next. 00:00 Introduction 00:24 Materials/Supplies/Photo Inspiration 02:05 Choosing Papers 05:18 How to Simplify the Cricut File 11:53 Deciding on the Base 14:35 Stencil Layers 19:48 Adding photo mats, title and embellishing

Need help with how to journal your scrapbook page? I have tons of examples for you! Adding your journaling to your pages doesn't have to be complicated! If you've ever stared at a finished scrapbook layout wondering what to write, how to journal—or where to put your story—this video is for you. Today I'm sharing six simple ways to make journaling feel natural, beautiful, and meaningful so your scrapbook pages preserve not only your photos, but the memories behind them. In this video we'll explore: • Simple Places to Start • Designing With Your Story • Story Placement • Interactive Stories • When Your Story Needs More Space • Beautiful Storytelling Whether you love writing pages of memories or struggle to write even one sentence, you'll walk away with practical scrapbook journaling ideas you can use on your very next layout. My hope is that this video inspires you to tell the stories that only you can tell. Years from now, those words may become the most treasured part of your albums. - Welcome! I'm Kelly from Snips by Kelly, where I share scrapbook layout ideas, creative techniques, paper crafting inspiration, and practical tips to help you preserve your memories with confidence. If you enjoyed this video, I'd love for you to subscribe and join me each week for new scrapbook inspiration. 00:00 Introduction 01:48 Simple Places to Start 08:39 Designing With Your Story 17:10 Story Placement 36:53 Interactive Stories 45:40 When Your Story Needs More Space 48:28 Beautiful Storytelling 50:13 Final Thoughts Shop & Connect With Me 🛒 Shop Stampin' Up! www.snipsbykelly.stampinup.net 🌐 Blog: www.snipsbykelly.com 📺 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@snipsbykelly 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SnipsbyKelly 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellybaxterfitzgerald I am an independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator. The content on this channel is my own and is not endorsed by Stampin' Up! © Stampin' Up!® All product images, trademarks, and copyrights belong to Stampin' Up!

Have you ever looked at a scrapbook layout and felt like it told a story? In today's video, I'll show you how to create a storybook scene that brings your memories to life! Instead of simply arranging photos and embellishments, we'll build a whimsical scene using the beautiful Silly Ol' Bear collection along with a few creative finds from my stash. Along the way, I'll share ideas for: • Creating a layered storybook scene • Combining new products with supplies you already own • Adding texture and depth with simple techniques • Stretching your stash by thinking beyond its original purpose • Designing a layout that invites viewers to linger over every little detail This project is a wonderful reminder that scrapbooking is about more than preserving photos—it's about telling the story behind them. Whether you're documenting grandchildren, family adventures, or treasured everyday moments, I hope this layout inspires you to create a page that feels like stepping into a storybook. I'd love to know in the comments... What story would you love to tell through a scrapbook scene? If you enjoyed this video, I'd be honored if you'd subscribe and join me for new scrapbook inspiration, creative techniques, and paper crafting ideas every week! © Stampin' Up!® products are used in this video. I am an independent Stampin' Up!® demonstrator. All opinions and project ideas are my own. Shop & Connect With Me 🛒 Shop Stampin' Up! www.snipsbykelly.stampinup.net 🌐 Blog: www.snipsbykelly.com 📺 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@snipsbykelly 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SnipsbyKelly 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellybaxterfitzgerald If you enjoyed this tutorial, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with a crafty friend who loves scrapbook techniques and layout ideas! Supplies: Silly Ol' Bear Suite: https://www.stampinup.com/products/silly-old-bear-suite-collection?demoid=2297360 Everyday Arches: https://www.stampinup.com/products/everyday-arches-dies?demoid=2297360 Sweet Old Friends Stamp & Dies: https://www.stampinup.com/products/everyday-arches-dies?demoid=2297360 Autumn Trees Stamp & Die bundle (retired) Streaked Dots (retired) Pecan Pie Stamp Pad: https://www.stampinup.com/products/pecan-pie-classic-stampin-pad?demoid=2297360 Early Espresso Stamp Pad: https://www.stampinup.com/products/classic-stampin-pad-early-espresso?demoid=2297360 Mini Ink Blending Tool Stampin' Dimensionals: https://www.stampinup.com/products/stampin-dimensionals?demoid=2297360 00:00 Introduction 00:10 Materials, Supplies and Photo Inspiration 03:57 Choosing the Base Paper Pieces 06:08 Creating the Background 11:16 Inking and Placement 12:08 Creating Pooh's Treehouse 19:41 Creating title elements and icons 21:58 Arranging and embellishing 25:20 Finishing Touches

Love the look of sunrays on scrapbook layouts but don't know where to start? In this video I'm sharing TWO easy ways to create a sunray background for your scrapbook pages! I'll show you: • A Cricut Design Space method using a free file • A hand-cut method using a free printable guide • Tips and tricks to make the process quick and painless • Several variations you can try • Two completed scrapbook layouts featuring each technique Whether you own a Cricut or prefer to create with just a paper trimmer and cardstock, you'll be able to create beautiful sunray backgrounds for your next layout. FREE RESOURCES: ☀️ Free Cricut Design Space File: https://design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/6a35f70cf9008ad5e3bb9024 ☀️ Free Sunray Guide Download: https://s.tamp.in/gbQ0e0 SUPPLIES FEATURED Gingham Gallery Designer Series Paper : https://www.stampinup.com/products/2026-2028-in-color-gingham-gallery-12-x-12-30-5-x-30-5-cm-designer-series-paper?demoid=2297360 Beautiful Ordinary Life Designer Series Paper & Sticker Sheet: https://www.stampinup.com/products/beautiful-ordinary-life-designer-series-paper-sticker-sheet-english?demoid=2297360 Summer Happiness Washi Tape: https://www.stampinup.com/products/summer-happiness-washi-tape?demoid=2297360 Summer Happiness Stamp & Die Bundle: https://www.stampinup.com/products/summer-happiness-bundle-english?demoid=2297360 Frightfully Fun Designer Series Paper: https://www.stampinup.com/products/frightfully-fun-12-x-12-30-5-x-30-5-cm-designer-series-paper?demoid=2297360 Cardstocks: Black, White, Pumpkin Pie Ink Pads: Memento Black, Pool Party 2025-2027 In Color Pearls Shop & Connect With Me 🛒 Shop Stampin' Up! www.snipsbykelly.stampinup.net 🌐 Blog: www.snipsbykelly.com 📺 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@snipsbykelly 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SnipsbyKelly 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellybaxterfitzgerald If you enjoyed this tutorial, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with a crafty friend who loves scrapbook techniques and layout ideas! #scrapbooking #scrapbooklayout #scrapbookideas #papercrafting #scrapbooktechniques #cricutcrafts #sunraybackground #scrapbookingtutorial #snipsbykelly 00:00 Introduction/Materials/Supplies 05:59 Creating Washi Tape Ephemera 11:01 Photo Inspiration and Background Papers 13:12 Creating Sunray #1: Cricut Sunray 16:11 Creating Sunray #2: By Hand 25:51 Inking & technique ideas 30:04 Photo Placement/Background Inking 33:40 Title Stamping 37:45 Embellishing and decorating the pages

Today I am sharing a waterside retreat circle card for inspiration. Rolling Waves Stamps & Dies Sunset Coast Dies Waterside Retreat Designer Series Paper Sweet Words and Labels Dies Loose Anchor Trinkets

BIG July Sneak Peek! New Products, Project Ideas & Creative Inspiration It feels a little like Christmas in July! Today I'm sharing a BIG sneak peek of the upcoming July product release along with lots of creative inspiration to help you see these products in action. This isn't just a product share—it's a project overload! You'll see scrapbook layouts, cards, gift ideas, tags, treat packaging, tips, dimensions, design ideas, and my honest thoughts on the products as we go. My goal is always to help you decide what works best for your own crafting style while giving you plenty of inspiration along the way. This is a longer video packed with projects and ideas, so be sure to use the chapter labels below to jump to specific products or come back and revisit your favorites later. ***1 Minute and 38 seconds into the video I discuss bundling suites and products. Clarification: When you purchase a suite collection the Stamp & Die bundle is 10% off. Not EACH item! My apologies if it confused anyone! Shop Stampin' Up!:www.snipsbykelly.stampinup.net Visit My Blog:www.snipsbykelly.com Sunburst Design Space file: https://design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/6a35f70cf9008ad5e3bb9024 YouTube:Snips by Kelly Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KellyBaxterFitzgeraldCTMHIndependentConsultant/ Instagram:@kellybaxterfitzgerald : https://www.instagram.com/kellybaxterfitzgerald/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/kellyjean98 SUPPLIES FEATURED Most products are not available until July 1st, 2026 Violet Dreams Suite: https://www.stampinup.com/products/violet-dreams-suite-collection-english?demoid=2297360 Seasonal Cheer Embossing Folders: https://www.stampinup.com/products/seasonal-cheer-mini-embossing-folders?demoid=2297360 Spooktacular 6 x 6 DSP: https://www.stampinup.com/products/spooktacular-6-x-6-15-2-x-15-2-cm-designer-series-paper?demoid=2297360 Frightfully Fun Suite: https://www.stampinup.com/products/frightfully-fun-suite-collection-english?demoid=2297360 Web of Fun Bundle: https://www.stampinup.com/products/web-of-fun-bundle-english?demoid=2297360 Oh My Fright Bundle: https://www.stampinup.com/products/oh-my-fright-bundle-english?demoid=2297360 Gingham Gallery DSP: https://www.stampinup.com/products/2026-2028-in-color-gingham-gallery-12-x-12-30-5-x-30-5-cm-designer-series-paper?demoid=2297360 Fun For Fall Bundle: https://www.stampinup.com/products/fun-for-fall-bundle-english?demoid=2297360 Shimmering Stripes Specialty Paper: https://www.stampinup.com/products/shimmering-stripes-12-x-12-30-5-x-30-5-cm-specialty-designer-series-paper?demoid=2297360 Simply Leaves Bundle: https://www.stampinup.com/products/simply-leaves-bundle-english?demoid=2297360 Frightfully Fun Scrapbooking Workshop Kit: https://www.stampinup.com/products/frightfully-fun-times-scrapbooking-workshop-kit-english?demoid=2297360 Inked Floret Stamp Set: https://www.stampinup.com/products/inked-floret-photopolymer-stamp-set?demoid=2297360 Botanical Expressions Bundle: https://www.stampinup.com/products/botanical-expressions-bundle-english?demoid=2297360 Merriest Tags Bundle: https://www.stampinup.com/products/merriest-tags-bundle-english?demoid=2297360 Festive Cheer Bundle: https://www.stampinup.com/products/festive-cheer-bundle-english?demoid=2297360 Stitched Season Suite: https://www.stampinup.com/products/a-stitched-season-suite-collection-english?demoid=2297360 Pretty Poinsettia Bundle: https://www.stampinup.com/products/pretty-poinsettia-bundle-english?demoid=2297360 Beautiful Ordinary Life DSP & Sticker Sheet As a Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator, I may earn a commission on qualifying purchases made through my links at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting my small business and helping me continue to provide free inspiration and tutorials. 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:02 Violet Dreams PRODUCT 00:07:02 Violet Dreams PROJECTS 00:16:17 Halloween OVERVIEW 00:17:21 Stand Alone: Seasonal Cheer PRODUCT and Examples 00:19:12 Spooktacular PRODUCT 00:21:28 Extra Complimentary PRODUCT 00:23:15 Spooktacular PROJECTS and PROJECT Dimensions 00:27:14 Frightfully Fun Suite PRODUCT 00:34:15 Halloween Sister PRODUCT 00:35:02 Frightfully Fun & Sister Product PROJECTS 00:40:51 Gingham Gallery & Wild Bunch PRODUCT 00:43:48 Gingham Gallery and Wild Bunch PROJECTS 00:45:18 Fall Fun/Gingham Gallery PRODUCT and PROJECT 00:48:27 Simply Leaves PRODUCT & Examples 00:51:48 Frightfully Fun Times Scrapbooking Workshop Kit Product and Product Changes REVIEW 00:59:00 Frightfully Fun Times PROJECT 01:03:46 Stand Alone-Inked Floret PRODUCT & PROJECT + examples 01:05:37 Stand Alone-Botanical Expressions PRODUCT & PROJECT 01:08:54 Merriest Tags PRODUCT & PROJECT 01:09:45 Festive Cheer PRODUCT & PROJECT 01:14:42 Stitched Season Suite PRODUCT 01:17:59 Stitched Stocking PRODUCT & Examples 01:19:40 Pretty Poinsettia PRODUCT & PROJECTS 01:21:33 Stitched Season PROJECT 01:26:51 Summer Happiness PRODUCT & PROJECTS