Beautiful Birthday 12 x 12 Scrapbooking Layout Featuring A New Paper Pack

I was able to create a dreamy birthday keepsake with this 12 x 12 scrapbook layout featuring the Violet Dreams Designer Series Paper Pack. The DSP pack has soft blue, purple, and pink hues with framed photo mats on both pages, balancing bold panels with delicate patterns. This new pack is an online exclusive now available. 

The left page highlights a focal photo with layered accents, while the right page showcases multiple snapshots in a clean grid. Floral embellishments and gentle shapes add charm and dimension, perfect for celebrating my daughter’s special day with elegance and color.

Please feel free to use the links below to order.

Stampin- Up! Products Used:

Violet Dreams Designer Series Paper

Violet Dreams Punch Outs (in DSP pack)

Secret Sea Two Tone Cardstock 

Saying Something Mix & Match Ephemera Pack

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink

Stampin' Dimensionals 

Additional Products Used:

White Cardstock 

Day 9 - Classic Christmas Elegance – A Timeless Double Page Scrapbook Layout

Welcome to Day 9 of my Christmas in July Showcase! Today I'm sharing a festive 12" x 12" double-page scrapbook layout that's perfect for preserving your favorite Christmas memories. Whether you're documenting Christmas morning, a holiday gathering, or a cozy family celebration, this layout offers a classic design that lets your photos take center stage.

The rich combination of A Stitched Season Designer Series Paper, Secret Sea Cardstock, Cherry Cobbler Cardstock, Old Olive Cardstock, and Very Vanilla Cardstock creates a warm, traditional Christmas palette that never goes out of style. The quilt-inspired designer paper along the bottom adds a charming handmade feel while tying all of the colors together beautifully.

This layout includes space for:
• (3) 4" x 6" photos
• (1) journaling box for capturing your favorite holiday memories

One of my favorite details is the simple circular title embellishment featuring the "Holiday Greetings" sentiment from the Woodland Wishes Stamp Set. A few loops of Linen Thread tucked behind the title add soft texture, while the Old Olive Moody Palette Dots provide just the right amount of sparkle without overwhelming the design.

I love how this layout balances clean lines with festive accents. The generous photo mats make it easy to showcase some of your favorite holiday moments, while the journaling box ensures the stories behind those memories are preserved for years to come.

Sometimes the most meaningful layouts are also the simplest. By combining classic Christmas colors, timeless patterns, and a few carefully chosen embellishments, you can create a beautiful keepsake that allows your photos and memories to shine.

Thank you for stopping by for Day 9 of my Christmas in July Showcase! I hope this layout inspires you to gather your holiday photos and start creating pages that your family will treasure for generations.

Happy scrapping! 🎄❤️
Marciava 

Day 4 – A Penguin with a Happy Face | Christmas in July Showcase

Welcome back to Day 4 of my Christmas in July Showcase! Today's project is proof that Christmas cards don't always have to be traditional. Sometimes, all you need is an adorable little penguin to bring a smile to someone's face!

This sweet handmade note card combines playful winter charm with a clean and simple design that's perfect for sending a little holiday cheer.

The star of the card is this precious penguin from the June Product of the Month,  Wild Bunch Stamp Set. I couldn't resist adding him to today's project! If you were able to grab this exclusive stamp set while it was available, I hope you're having as much fun creating with it as I am.

The background features the beautiful A Stitched Season Designer Series Paper, showcasing a timeless snowflake pattern that instantly creates a cozy winter feel. I layered the design with Secret Sea Cardstock and added a soft strip of Pool Party Cardstock across the center to brighten the card and draw attention to the focal image.

To finish the design, I stamped the cheerful sentiment, "Put on a Happy Face!", from the Cookie Cutter Christmas Stamp Set. It's the perfect reminder that the holidays are all about spreading kindness, joy, and smiles.

One of my favorite things about this card is how quick it is to recreate. The simple layering allows the patterned paper and the adorable penguin to take center stage, making it an excellent design whether you're creating one special card or a whole stack of Christmas greetings.
I hope today's project inspires you to mix whimsical images with classic Christmas papers to create cards that are both festive and fun. Sometimes the cutest cards are also the simplest!

Thank you for stopping by for Day 4 of my Christmas in July Showcase. Be sure to visit again tomorrow as I'll be sharing another Christmas-inspired project to keep the holiday creativity going all month long!

Happy crafting,

Marciava
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator