Saturday, August 8, 2026

Dog Smile Maker Scrapbook Album Instructions

Hello crafty girls! It's time for my latest Bella Blvd Design Team Project and this week, I created a cute tabbed acrylic scrapbook for photos of your best friend, loyal companion, and sweet furry faced dog. AND ... good news! I've just added the instructions for it to my shop!! It's titled Smile Maker and it's filled with bright fun colors, paw prints, hearts, and adorable little pups!

Smile Maker dog themed acrylic scrapbook album featuring a doghouse, paw prints, hearts, bones, toys, and bright happy colors

To purchase the instructions for this album visit:

I designed this with the Bella Blvd, Bow Wow Collection which I absolutely LOVE. The colors, the patterns, and all the different dog breeds wearing cute little sweaters, bandanas, scarves, flowers in their hair, and even glasses!

Clear Acrylic Tabbed Scrapbook Album by Artsy Albums

For the album, I used my 7.5 x 4.25 inch Acrylic Tabbed Album. It has 6 clear pages made of sturdy 1/16" acrylic and comes with two silver binding rings. For today's project, I swapped those out for red ones. 

Smile Maker dog themed scrapbook album featuring a doghouse, paw prints, hearts, and bright happy colors

On the cover, I added the red heart print called Top Dog, then cut a thin strip from the Pawprints On My Heart paper and adhered it along the top. In the center, I added the "smile maker" Chit Chat die cut and the real star of the show ... the 3D Bella-pops sticker titled Best Dog! It'so, so cute and adds dimension to the front.

Smile Maker dog themed scrapbook made with a clear acrylic tabbed album and a cute Bella Blvd paper collection

Here, you'll notice that I only decorated the lower half of the front cover. This way, the dog on the next page can be seen through the clear acrylic and appears to be looking back at you! Lol, so silly. I love designing transparent albums and playing with layers like this. πŸ’•

Smile Maker dog themed scrapbook album page featuring a colorful striped photo mat, a brown dog with a blue bow tie, cute hearts, and paw prints

On this page, I created a photo mat using the 12x12 yellow gingham Dog Pack paper and the rainbow stripe Daily Details print. Then, I added the cute dog from the Ephemera Icons and matched it on the back side with a second one. 

Smile Maker dog themed scrapbook album page featuring a colorful striped photo mat, a brown dog with a blue bow tie, cute hearts, and paw prints

Each acrylic page has a tab at the top that I decorated with 
some cute little epoxy hearts and puffy stickers. I love how they add texture and interest to the album. If you prefer to group your photos into sections, you could add dates or words instead, like ... "puppy", "playtime", "sleeping", "walks", "silly faces", etc.

Smile Maker dog themed scrapbook album page featuring a cute dog in a bathtub with bubbles, bones, and a polka dot photo mat

The Bow Wow Collection features so many fun images that will highlight just about all of your pet photos. There are toys, a leash, dog food, treats, first aid, bones, and ... bath time! Above, I added the puffy "pet me" sticker with the cute die cut of a pup soaking in bubbles. πŸ«§

Smile Maker dog themed scrapbook album page featuring a red fire hydrant, a heart, a Dalmatian, and two photo mats

Here's another fun layout that plays with the clear acrylic. I covered the lower part of the page with the plaid Pawsitive Vibes paper and made two photo mats with the green floral Borders print. I adjusted the height so the curious little black and white dog on the page behind it could peek over the top! Then, I embellished with the fire hydrant and heart die cuts, and the pink word bubble puffy sticker. 

Smile Maker dog themed scrapbook album page featuring a flip-up card, flowers, a sofa, a brown dog wearing a pink striped scarf, and black and white polka dot corners

Who's ready for a flippie?! I created three in this album, but I think this one is my favorite. I used the adorable 3x4 "wake up" card from the Daily Details sheet and added two pretty photo mats inside made from a floral pattern. Then, I decorated with some colorful Ephemera Icons and the polka dot Doohickey corner stickers.

Smile Maker dog themed scrapbook album page featuring a collar, paw prints, a bone, a heart, and colorful text words like 'SPOILED', 'PUPPY', 'LOVE', and 'SNUGGLY'

This would make an amazing gift idea for a friend, your dog walker, or ... any dog owner. Oh! And you could also make one for cats with Bella Blvd's adorable Meow Collection!

Smile Maker dog themed scrapbook album sitting on a clear acrylic display stand

Doesn't this mini look great sitting on my clear Acrylic Display Stand? You can leave this out year round and add to it as you take more photos of your pampered pooch. 

I hope this Smile Maker Dog Scrapbook, Acrylic Tabbed Album, and Bella Blvd's cute Bow Wow Collection inspire you to create a keepsake for your furbaby's photos. Below are the links for the products used and for the instructions. Have a wonderful day!🐾🐢 

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Thursday, August 6, 2026

Summer Beach House Shaped Scrapbook Album Kit

Hey guys! Today, I'm sharing this week's fun NEW scrapbook kit and latest Doodlebug Design Team Project. It's a cute chipboard mini album titled Summer Beach House and it will be in my shop tomorrow. Perfect for photos of a vacation, the beach, sandcastles, the pool, and sunny seaside memories. πŸŒžπŸŒ΄πŸ‘™

Beach House Shaped Scrapbook Album with bright colors, palm trees, flowers, and cute tropical animals

Whether you stay in a beach cottage, a house, or a fabulous hotel, this album's shape works great! I used Doodlebug's 5x7 inch Home Sweet Home Chipboard Album. It comes with 2 covers, a roof top piece, 4 dividers, and 4 pages - giving you 16 pages in total. It also includes 2 silver binding rings but in my album kit, I'm adding yellow ones for a little extra color.

Beach House Shaped Scrapbook Album with bright colors, palm trees, flowers, and cute tropical animals

For the paper and embellishments, I used Doodlebug's adorable Summer Fun Collection that features bright happy colors that I L❤️VE! It also has the cutest images of palm trees, flowers, tropical animals, sea creatures, sandcastles, boats, sea shells, beach wear, flamingos, and more!

Beach House Shaped Scrapbook Album Page with a sun, colorful surfboards, a seashell, and a green plaid paper

Inside, I covered the chipboard pages with fun patterned papers, then decorated with lots of cute stickers and die cuts. Keep in mind ... my kit comes with a full package of Odds & Ends (132 pieces), Icons stickers (84 pieces), and This & That stickers (70 pieces). Soooo, you have lots of choices and can customize the layouts for your specific photos and activities.

Beach House Shaped Scrapbook Album Page featuring a colorful signpost, seagull, two polka-dot photo mats, clouds, water drops, and a cheerful yellow paper with suns

I think this page has such a cute mix of patterns, colors, and images. The whimsical polka dots, the sunshine paper in the background, the colorful arrow sign, and those splashing πŸ’¦ water drops! 

Beach House Shaped Scrapbook Album Page with a rainbow striped umbrella, sand bucket, cute blue dolphin, and a colorful plaid paper

This is a great keepsake whether you take a long summer vacation or a quick weekend trip to the coast. Add photos of the beach view, building sandcastles, collecting seashells and sea glass, swimming, surfing, floating on inner tubes, a beach picnic, and relaxing with family and friends.

Beach House Shaped Summer Scrapbook Album Page with colorful striped flip flops, a picnic basket, a coconut drink, and a cocktail glass

You could also add pictures of a boardwalk, sightseeing along the coast, your fabulous hotel / house, an afternoon of boating, renting wave runners, fishing, and drinks by the pool. Yes please! ... sign me up!

And speaking of drinks by the pool, how pretty is this page with the floral paper and matching cocktails? 

Beach House Shaped Summer Scrapbook Album Page featuring colorful flowers, a pocket, a yellow sun, journaling cards, a blue dolphin, and the phrase 'this is paradise' in a pink scalloped circle

Y'all know, I love a pocket page and I think this one turned out pretty cute! I added another beauitful floral print, then created a pocket using a scalloped circle. I tucked a few cards in the back that are perfect for photos or journaling all about the trip!

Beach House Shaped Summer Scrapbook Album Page with a beach chair, a lifeguard stand, colorful polka dots, and a word bubble that says Adventure Awaits

I hope you have fun with my new Summer Beach House Shaped Scrapbook Album. This project reminds me of how much I love beach vacations, flip flops, the smell of coconut sunscreen, and the sand between my toes. Yep, I'm ready to plan the next trip. 

This mini album will be available as a kit and premade in my shop tomorrow (Friday). Until then, have a fabulous day and happy scrapping!


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Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Artsy Albums Welcomes Guest Designer Jodi Berg

Hey crafty girls! I have some very exciting news ... Friend and fellow scrapbooker, Jodi Berg will be joining Artsy Albums as a guest designer! πŸ₯³ Starting next week, she'll be creating 2 fun new projects each month using my custom acrylic albums. I will be sharing her designs on the blog and social media, AND ... I'll be adding the instructions for her projects to my shop! More creative ideas, inspiration, and simple step-by-step instructions. I'm thrilled to have her joining us, so please welcome Jodi to our crafty little squad! πŸ’•

"Hello! My name is Jodi Berg, and I've been scrapbooking for 29 years - ever since my son was born. Like many of you, I attended one of those home parties and was instantly hooked! Even though back then we only had single-sided paper and Mrs. Grossman's stickers, I loved creating layouts and mini albums.

 

I have been blessed to be married to my husband for 30 years. Together we have two adult children - a son who was recently married and a daughter who is a college soccer coach.

 

Throughout my adult life, I've had several creative careers, including kindergarten teacher, health room/office assistant, and now manager of a paper crafting store in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Working in the paper crafting industry is exciting because I get to see all the newest products and trends while helping inspire others.

 

I am so honored to be a Guest Designer for Artsy Albums! I've been part of the Hive for the past two years, where I've had the opportunity to get to know Traci and become part of such a wonderful creative community. I enjoy creating scrapbook layouts, mini albums, cards, and even 3-D projects. My style features bright colors, clean lines, and thoughtful details that let the photos and memories shine. What I love most about scrapbooking is that it allows us to relive our memories time and time again. As the years pass, there's something truly special about flipping through an album and seeing those precious moments preserved for future generations.

 

If you'd like to see more of my projects, I'd love to connect with you on Instagram @jodi.berg56!"


Jodi's first project will be introduced next week on Tuesday, August 11th. Stay tuned for all the crafty fun. Until then, have a wonderful day! πŸ˜Š

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Thursday, July 30, 2026

NEW! Disney Themed Mouse and Me Scrapbook Kit

Hello ladies! As promised, I'm back to share this week's second NEW kit that will be in my shop on Friday. The first is my 12x12 Craftiness Is Happiness Page Kit and today, I have an adorable Disney themed album titled Mouse and Me. It's filled with classic images of Mickey, Minnie, and their old fashion tugboat! ❤️

Disney Themed Mouse and Me Scrapbook Album with Mickey, Minnie, and a big red polka dot bow

Can we just take a minute to address that big fabulous bow? The red color and polka dots are giving me all the feels of Minnie's modern day dress and bow and I am loving it. And ... doesn't the album look extra cute sitting on my clear Acrylic Display Stand? The stand elevates just enough for it to feel like a little piece of art ... one that's filled with your happy memories. I love that.

Disney Themed Mouse and Me Scrapbook Album with Mickey, Minnie, and a big red polka dot bow

I designed this with the Echo Park Mouse and Me Collection that features the traditional red, yellow, black, and white colors, with ... a surprise pop of blue! For the album, I chose the same 6.5" x 7" Simple Stories chipboard binder used in my Ready For Adventure Travel Album but this time, I picked the white version.

Disney Themed Mouse and Me Scrapbook Album page with a folding card, Mickey, the tugboat

The album has 32 scrapbook pages that include 2 fold-out pages, 1 pocket, 7 interactive flippies, and space for 42+ photos. The first page above is one of the fold-outs. On the front, I made the "If you can dream" card into a flippie with space inside for 2 pictures. Then, the whole page opens to the right with more photo mats, AND ... another flippie!

Disney Themed Mouse and Me Scrapbook Album Page with Mickey Mouse, the tugboat, a yellow gingham paper, and a photo mat

You can use this scrapbook for lots of different photos. Let's start with the most obvious ... a Disney vacation! Add pictures of the theme park, fun with family and friends, the castle, exciting rides, favorite characters, autographs, the parade, Main Street, a show, and the amazing fireworks display.

Mouse and Me Disney themed scrapbook album page with a folding card that has Mickey Mouse and his steamboat on it

You can also use this for a celebration, like a themed birthday party, a baby shower / gender reveal, a Disney wedding or honeymoon, or an anniversary. What a sweet keepsake!

Or ... how about photos of a new baby, playing dress-up, Halloween, or for documenting a collection of Disney merchandise or memorabilia?

Disney Themed Mouse and Me Scrapbook Album Page with a laughing Mickey Mouse, colorful stars, and a yellow gingham print

The sayings in this album are not specific to a theme park, like the "You are my happy place" card above. So, it can also be used for photos of fun everyday moments. Or, if you just love ALL things Disney ... use this cute album for ANY special memory.

Disney Themed Mouse and Me Scrapbook Album Page with a pocket, journaling cards, and a scalloped circle sticker with Mickey Mouse and his steamboat

The pocket is perfect for saving autographs, tickets, room keys, brochures, park maps, receipts, wristbands, or stickers. I added some fun cards inside that can be used for journaling or photo mats.

Disney Themed Mouse and Me Scrapbook Album page with Minnie Mouse

This would make a great gift idea. Or ... a super fun way to tell the family (or a friend) that you're taking them on a Disney vacation! Wrap the album, then tell them it's time to fill it with fun memories. How exciting!

Disney Themed Mouse and Me Scrapbook Album with Mickey, Minnie, and the tugboat

I hope you like my NEW Mouse and Me Scrapbook Album. The kit and premade will be available in my shop on Friday along with my 12x12 Craftiness is Happiness Page Kit. Until then, have a magical day! ✨

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Tuesday, July 28, 2026

NEW! 12x12 Craftiness is Happiness Layout Kit

Hey friends! This Friday, I'll be adding two NEW kits to the shop, and today ... I'm sharing the first one! It's a 6-page 12x12 layout kit titled Craftiness is Happiness that's made with the Doodlebug Design, Color Me Crafty Collection. It's cute and colorful and perfect for photos of a scrapbook retreat and crafting with friends!

12x12 Craftiness is Happiness Scrapbook Layouts with bright colors, craft supplies, flowers, and cameras

These pages feature all sorts of great crafting supplies, cameras, totes, bright happy colors, pretty flowers, beautiful patterns, fun sayings, and a variety of cute ladies that could be us! Since the kit comes with a full package of die cuts ... you can customize everything.

12x12 Craftiness is Happiness Scrapbook Layouts with bright colors, craft supplies, buttons, flowers, and cute ladies

The kit includes the supplies and instructions to create 3 coordinating double page layouts that have 1 pocket and space for 23 photos. All of the pieces are pre-cut for you and packaged by page, so it's super simple to assemble. All you need are your fabulous photos, adhesives, and a paper trimmer or scissors.

12x12 Craftiness is Happiness Scrapbook Layouts with craft supplies, an album, a plant, and beautiful colors

Just look at these cute embellishments! That is totally my scrapbook room. I have that pink Doodlebug album, bins full of supplies, pencil cups, washi tape, pink scissors, and colorful embellishments scattered about. 

12x12 Craftiness is Happiness Scrapbook Layouts with bright colors, stripes, stars, buttons, and photo mats

These layouts are ideal for pictures of an afternoon of scrapbooking, crafting with friends, a weekend retreat, classes, a crop, an expo, craft festival, or your amazing scrapbook room.

12x12 Craftiness is Happiness Scrapbook Layouts with a camera, paint brushes, flowers, and rainbow stripes

If you love Doodlebug Design, then you must love color and cuteness! I mean, just look at those gorgeous hues. And the embellishments are so fun. I totally had that Polaroid camera ^ back in the day!

12x12 Craftiness is Happiness Scrapbook Layouts with a journaling card, a jar of buttons, a pencil cup, and flowers

I added a bunch of journaling cards so you can document your fun moments. If you attended a retreat or crop - you can describe the venue, new friends, the memories behind your photos, your creative process, tools you loved using, techniques you tried, funny stories, or shared meals.

12x12 Craftiness is Happiness Scrapbook Layouts with a pocket, journaling cards, pencil cups, and pretty flowers

Check out the adorable pocket. I filled it with more journaling cards, but you can also use this space for extra photos or small memorabilia.

My new 12x12 Craftiness is Happiness Layout Kit is perfect for all crafty girls. We love to be creative and scrap with our friends, and we certainly have the photos to prove it! Time to print them off and save them.

This project will be in my shop on Friday, along with a 2nd kit that I will share this week. Stay tuned! 😊

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Thursday, July 23, 2026

12x12 July Calendar Scrapbook Page with Doodlebug

Hi ladies! Today, I'm sharing my latest Doodlebug Design Team Project using the adorable Hometown USA Collection. It's a 12x12 July calendar page filled with the cutest images and a festive red, white, and blue color scheme that's perfect for the month. Hang it up to keep track of dates and events, then add it to your scrapbook as the first layout for July!

12x12 July Calendar Scrapbook Page with fireworks, Uncle Sam, flags, stars, hearts, and the Statue of Liberty

To make it, I used the blue jean sheet from the Rainbow Day Calendar Kit. This is part of the Day To Day Collection and features the monthly calendar pages, a pack of number stickers, and a pack of month stickers.

Since the July 4th holiday is celebrated with glittery fireworks, I wanted to add a little sparkle. So, I also used the 12x12 sugar coated cardstock in silver. I added a thin border of it towards the top, then created some photo mats with it and a few 12x12 prints. 

12x12 July Calendar Scrapbook Page with fireworks, a hot air balloon, stars, hearts, Uncle Sam, and the Statue of Liberty

Once the papers were adhered, it was time to decorate. I chose the July title, the Home Sweet Home banner, word bubbles, a few hearts, and some stars from the Chit Chat die cuts. Then, I filled in with lots of adorable mini icon stickers including the tiny fireworks, the dog in Uncle Sam's hat, and the sweet little parade. 

12x12 July Calendar Scrapbook Page with fireworks, stars, hearts, and a cute dog in an Uncle Sam hat

I added number stickers to a lot of the days, but not every one since I wanted to make photo mats on some of them. At the bottom, I chose the "proud to be an American" Chit Chat die cuts. They fit perfectly in that narrow space.

12x12 July Calendar Scrapbook Page with fireworks, stars, hearts, flags, Uncle Sam, and the Statue of Liberty

I hope this cute 12x12 July Calendar Page inspires you to create something fun with the Hometown USA Collection and the Rainbow Day Calendar Kit. Have a wonderful day and happy crafting. 😊


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