10 Genius Ways to Personalize Your Scrapbook Layouts & Make Them 100% YOU!

Scrapbooking isn’t just about slapping photos on a page—it’s about telling YOUR story, YOUR way.

Every layout should feel authentic, unique, and full of personality! Your pages should make people say, “OMG, this is SO YOU!”

But how do you ensure your scrapbook pages feel personal and not just another Pinterest copy-paste? That’s where these 10 genius ways to personalize your scrapbook layouts come in!

10 Genius Ways to Personalize Your Scrapbook Layouts

Say goodbye to boring titles and copycat embellishments. Let’s make pages that look and feel like YOU—bold, creative, and bursting with personality.

Are you ready?! Let’s DO this!

1️⃣ Make Your Titles as Epic as the Memory

Your title isn’t just a label—it’s the movie trailer for your layout. It sets the tone, sparks curiosity, and gives your viewer a sneak peek of the story that’s about to unfold.

But if your title says something like “Spring Fun,” “Family Time,” or “Easter Memories”?

Girl… that’s not a trailer. That’s an I-should-have-waited-for-it-to-come-out-on-DVD- moment. 📀

Now don’t get me wrong—those titles are fine. I’ve used them too. But they’re vague, overused, and say almost nothing about your actual memory.

Want to upgrade your layout from basic matinee to box office smash? Make it personal! Make it punchy! Make it YOU!

You’re not limited to just describing the moment— You can describe the event, the place, the vibe, or the feeling…But make it specific! Make it visual! And most of all—make it YOURS! That’s what turns a basic title into a showstopper!

What Makes a Title Personal?

Instead of just stating the obvious, try capturing:

✔️ A feeling

✔️ A funny quote

✔️ A memorable moment

✔️ An inside joke

✔️ Something that made the day unforgettable

These aren’t just titles—they’re memory sparks that make your layout feel instantly more YOU.

Real-Life Example: When the Title Said It All

Could I have titled my Easter layout “Easter Memories”? Sure.

But does that capture the chaos of my little man flying out of bed at 3 AM, yelling about the Easter Bunny like he saw a ghost, and refusing to go back to sleep?

HECK NO!

I went with:

“Mom! The Bunny Came!!!” Why? Because that was what he was screaming when he came barging into my room that morning!

“MOM” in Big letters. Bold color. Full of drama. Because that memory? It deserved a title just as unforgettable!

Real-Life Example: Sizzling Bistro Burgers

Could I have said something basic like “Burgers on the Grill”? Of course. But where’s the flavor in that?

I was using the Stampin’ Up! Bistro Burger stamp set, so I turned up the heat and made it sizzle!

“Sizzling Bistro Burger” became the star of the show—

✔ A fun nod to the stamp set

✔ A perfect fit for the layout’s vibe

✔ A bold, layered title that practically jumps off the page

This wasn’t just a layout about burgers. It was about THE burger moment.

And my title made sure nobody missed it.

Use Power Words to Paint a Picture

Want to know the secret behind those WOW-worthy titles? I call them "power words"! They are adjectives that bring the flavor & pack a punch.

Power words turn plain titles into visual, emotional, scroll-stopping moments.

Check this out:

See the difference? The event, the occasion, the moment, still there—but now it has personality. That’s the power of power words!

Here's My Version of a Title Glow Up!

Notice how “Beach Trip 2024” still made an appearance—but it’s no longer the generic title. It’s now the tag at the bottom!

The real title? Salty Breeze, Sandy Toes & Sunset Smiles. It’s descriptive. It’s fun. It’s beachy.

And it feels like MY trip. Not just “a beach trip.”

That’s the magic of power words. They don’t just label the event. They capture the energy!

🔥 The Takeaway:

You could call it “Easter Morning.” Or you could call it “Mom! The Bunny Came!!!” Which one feels more like your real memory? That’s the magic of power words. When you swap out the vague for the vivid— When you use punchy adjectives, inside jokes, and memory-triggering phrases— That’s when your title goes from “eh” to OMG YES. So don’t play it safe. Get bold. Get descriptive. Get personal. Because when you use power words to tell your story, you’re not just memory keeping… You’re scrapbooking with flair, fire, and a whole lot of YOU!

2️⃣ Stop Slapping on Random Embellishments—Make Them Tell the Story!

We get it—you want a jaw-dropping scrapbook page, one that makes people stop scrolling and say, “OMG, I want to make this!” And hey, SAME. We all love a good inspo moment.

But here’s the thing… A layout can be beautiful—but if it doesn’t say anything about your story, your moment, or your people… Isn’t it just paper?

Here’s the truth: Your embellishments shouldn’t just decorate your layout—they should elevate your memory. Think of them like visual punchlines, little memory triggers that tell the part of the story the photo missed. The moment the camera didn’t catch! The chaos behind the smile! That hilarious one-liner you still quote every time! That’s what your embellishments should represent.

And the best ones? They don’t have to be perfect— they don't even have to match- they just have to be personal!

What to Ask Before You Stick It Down:

✔️ What moment didn’t make it into the photo?

✔️ Is there a joke, detail, or little chaos nugget I want to remember forever?

✔️ What part of this memory do I want to highlight?

Real-Life Example: When a Rain Boot Became a Memory Keeper

This layout started off as a page about MY veggie garden—bright greens, sunshine, and how happy my plants were after a rainstorm.

But what turned this page from MY story into MINE & LITTLE MAN’s? The muddy shoes by the door story!

My little man had taken them off—bless his heart—but left them right where I’d trip over them every time I went outside. It became a running joke: “Guess you're getting old, Mom—I can remember that the shoes are there!” I wanted to include that detail… but I didn’t have a sneaker embellishment.

What did I have? A rain boot.

Was it exact? Nope! Did it remind me of that whole muddy, shin-bruising situation? Absolutely.

Adding that rain boot turned the layout from MY garden page into OUR garden story—because now, that little side story lives right there in the embellishment and journaling.

And honestly? If I had a sneaker embellishment, I would’ve used it—even if it clashed! Why? Because sometimes the thing that “sticks out” is the exact thing that makes the memory pop!

Make It Personal (Even If It’s Not a Perfect Match)

☕ Coffee Date Chaos?

No photo of the spill? No problem! Add a spilled coffee embellishment or stamp a little “coffee ring or splatter” right onto your layout. That mess deserves a cameo!

🏒 Hockey Heroics?

Your child’s jersey isn’t just “blue.” It has their number, their name, and yes—even those pink laces they insist are lucky. Don’t leave that out!

🍪 Baking Mayhem?

Don’t just include cookies—show the disaster zone! A rolling pin dusted with inked “flour,” a messy mixing bowl, or even a “Nailed It” sentiment for those Pinterest fails we all pretend didn’t happen.

Pro Tip: The “Perfect Match” Isn’t Always the Right Choice

That embellishment - It doesn’t need to be an exact replica. It just needs to spark the memory. And if it does? STICK. IT. DOWN!

🔥 The Takeaway:

Anyone can buy the same embellishments. Anyone can copy a layout. But when your embellishments actually mean something? That’s when your scrapbook becomes one-of-a-kind. Because the best pages aren’t just pretty— They’re personal. ✂️✨

3️⃣ Color isn’t just a design choice—it’s one of the most personal tools in your stash!

The shades you choose can say just as much as your photos, your journaling, or your title. Because when you use color with intention, it stops being just “pretty paper” and starts becoming a part of your story.

Sure, we all use color to coordinate with our photos. But if that’s all you’re using it for, you’re missing one of the biggest opportunities to make your layout feel uniquely yours.

Because color can do SO much more than match.

It can recreate a moment.

It can highlight a specific memory.

It can even tell a story that didn’t make it into the photos.

And when you combine purposeful color with meaningful embellishments?

You’re no longer just matching paper—you’re reliving the moment.

You’re scrapbooking with personality, with heart, and with YOU all over the page!

Real-Life Example: A Rain Boot That Looked Out of Place—But Felt Just Right

Remember that muddy shoe story from the last section? The embellishment wasn’t the only thing telling the story. The color did the heavy lifting too.

My little man’s sneakers were bright green & black. So even though I didn’t have a sneaker, I made sure the rain boot matched the actual color of his shoes.

And the best part? That rain boot didn’t blend 100 percent into the layout. It stuck out just enough—and that made it even more personal.!

Why?

Because every time I look at it, I see those muddy sneakers in my mind!

Color with Purpose—Make Every Shade Count!

Next time you scrapbook, don’t just pick colors that “look good.” Pick colors that mean something.

✔ Match real-life objects from your memory

✔ Use color to highlight emotions, chaos, or calm

✔ Add color to show the part of the story you felt, not just what you saw

Examples That Prove the Power of Color:

🍪 Baking Layout?

If your favorite mixing bowl is bright blue, use bright blue! If flour was everywhere, use ink blending to create that dusted effect!

🎒 School Layout?

Skip the generic red apples and yellow pencils. Instead, use the color of their real backpack, lunch box, or their favorite subject folder.

🏒 Sports Page?

Team colors are great—but don’t forget the little things.

✔ Their number, skate lace color, or that lucky neon green stick tape? Add it!

✔ Was their jersey always untucked? Use layering to reflect that detail!

✔ Did they have a grass stain or scuffed helmet they were proud of? Ink it in!

Pro Tip: Color Doesn’t Have to Blend—It Can Stand Out!

Sometimes the most powerful color choices are the ones that don’t match at all.

That random pop of red? That wild stripe of neon green? If it makes you say,

“That was SO them!” Then it belongs on the page.

🔥 The Takeaway:

Color isn’t just decoration—it’s part of your story.

So use it to match the backpack, the baking mess, the muddy sneakers… the real-life details that make your memory yours.

Because when your colors reflect your moment, the occasion, the object, & not just your paper stash— you’re not just crafting… you’re personalizing every inch of the page!

4️⃣ Scrapbooking Isn’t Just About Photos—Memorabilia Makes the Memory Last!

Photos capture the big stuff. But memorabilia? That’s where the little, magical, laugh-out-loud details live!

The menu from your favorite restaurant.

The ticket stub from a movie you didn’t even like (but the memory? 10/10).

The program from your child’s school play—complete with the hilarious typo on page two.

Those bits and pieces aren’t just “extras.” They’re evidence. And they belong in your scrapbook.

What Counts as Memorabilia?

Basically… anything & everything!

✔️ Theme park maps, park tickets, luggage tags, and room keys

✔️ Doodles on napkins, menus, and the receipt from that unforgettable dinner

✔️ Movie stubs from your first date

✔️ The page from your child’s kindergarten journal with backward letters and a glued-on macaroni

✔️ Graduation programs, report cards, school awards, and homework samples

✔️ Wrapping paper from a special gift, love notes, confetti, or even a gum wrapper tied to an inside joke

If you saved it in a memory box, you already knew it was special.

Real-Life Example: When the Menu Was the Layout

For our first visit to Disneyland’s Carnation Café, I didn’t just take pictures. I saved the menu. And then?

✔ I used it as part of the background

✔ I cut out sections like Walt’s Favorites and the Café Specialties and placed them strategically on the page.

✔ I recreated the sign using a Cricut file and layered it for extra pop

Now when I flip through that album, I don’t just see the meal. I relive it—bite by magical bite. And I have proof that Walt’s Chili really was worth the hype.

Don’t Just Save It—Scrap It!

Still hanging onto that love note, map, or wristband? Here’s how to turn it into part of your layout:

✅ Die-cut doodles or notes into tags and journaling spots

✅ Layer tickets into your title or cluster them behind a photo

✅ Use wrapping paper as a background or photo mat—it’s meaningful AND cost-effective!

✅ Create a hidden pocket to tuck in personal letters or anything too special to stay on display

✅ Seal pressed flowers, confetti, first tooth, in a shaker pocket (bonus: it looks super fancy)

🔥 The Takeaway:

Your layout isn’t just a page—it’s a time capsule. And memorabilia is what turns it into a true keepsake. So the next time you’re tempted to toss that little note, receipt, ticket stub, or take-out menu, ask yourself:

Is it pretty? Maybe not.

Is it personal? Absolutely.

And if it’s personal, then it’s part of the story—and it deserves a place in your scrapbook.

Because those little momentos? They make your layout uniquely, unapologetically YOU.

5️⃣ Scrapbooking Bloopers: Because Life Isn’t Picture-Perfect!

Okay, real talk…

Not every photo is a masterpiece. Some are blurry. Some have weird lighting.

Some catch you mid-sneeze, mid-chew, or mid-what-even-is-happening-here?!

And guess what? They STILL deserve a spot in your scrapbook.

Because the best stories? They’re not always told by the “perfect” photo.

STOP Tossing the “Bad” Photos Away!

✔️ That blurry fireworks shot? Scrap it.

✔️ The grainy selfie where you can barely see anyone? Scrap it.

✔️ The photo of your child sprinting out of frame with a popsicle in one hand and chaos in the other? SCRAP. IT.

These are the real moments—messy, unfiltered, unposed proof that life is wild and wonderful. And THAT’S what makes it personal!

Real-Life Example: Blurry, Grainy, and 100% Worth It

It was 110° in Vegas—and out of nowhere, rain. My little man? Shirtless, in swim trunks, spinning with an umbrella twice his size like he was starring in a musical.

The photos?

✔️ Blurry

✔️ Shadowy

✔️ Water-speckled

✔️ Grainy

The photos aren't going to land me any photography awards... But the memory was a winner! So... I scrapped the photos anyway- Here's how:

✔️ A bright sunburst background to contrast the gloom

✔️ Rain-themed embellishments that made the blur feel intentional

✔️ Journaling that celebrated the moment—not the clarity

Now every time I flip to that page? I feel the joy, not see the flaws. And that joy? That’s what makes it personal!

Real-Life Example: The Worst 4th of July Photos EVER

Sometimes the best shots are the worst ones. Scrap the bloopers. Scrap the chaos. SCRAP the spark blobs!

One year, I took the worst fireworks photos imaginable:

❌ Blurry spark blobs

❌ Dark& Grainy chaos

But that night? It was magical—even if the photos weren’t!

Am I going to toss the only pictures I have from a night full of glow sticks, mosquito bites, and cheesy fireworks? Not a chance!!

Let the Layout Outshine the Photo

If the photo isn’t great, let the design do the heavy lifting!

✔️ Use bold paper and strong embellishments

✔️ Add speech bubbles or snarky captions

✔️ Focus on what was happening—not how it looked

Because sometimes the ugliest photo holds the funniest memory.

🔥 The Takeaway:

Scrapbooking isn’t about perfection—it’s about preserving your memories!

Those blurry, grainy, oops-that's-my-thumb photos?

They capture the real you, the real day, the real memory.

So scrap the bloopers. Scrap the chaos. Because those unfiltered moments don’t just make you laugh— They make your layout uniquely YOURS. And that’s what memory keeping is all about. 💙

6️⃣ Build a Scene That Tells Your Story

Scene building isn’t just about filling in the background—it’s about bringing the memory to life. Your photos capture a moment in time, but they don’t always capture everything that made it yours. The weather. The chaos. The inside jokes. The vibe. The energy. The details only you would remember.

That’s where scene-building steps in!

It’s when your scrapbook layout becomes more than just a photo mat—it becomes the scene itself. Whether it’s the exact place you stood or a playful, imaginative version of the moment. Scene building brings those missing pieces back to life—and transforms your layout into something deeply personal.

So What Does Scene Building Look Like?

It’s not just about using themed paper or slapping on a few matching embellishments.

Scene building is intentional. It’s immersive. And it’s packed with details that mean something to you.

It could be:

✔️ Recreating the literal environment (trees, snow, sand, water, sky)

✔️ Adding elements that reflect the mood (storm clouds, sparkles, fireworks)

✔️ Filling in the parts of the story the camera missed (signs, smells, sounds, expressions)

✔️ Using color, textures, and icons to enhance the setting

✔️ Incorporating phrases, jokes, or references that made the moment unforgettable

Sometimes it’s realistic. Sometimes it’s whimsical. Sometimes it’s a hybrid of both.

Why Scene Building Works

Scene building helps your layout say what the photos can’t.

Let’s say you’ve got a great photo—but it doesn’t show the chaos, the thrill, or the jaw-dropping scenery that made the moment unforgettable. That’s where scene building swoops in like a creative superhero!

Real-Life Example: Riding the Rapids at Grizzly River Run

I had photos of me & my little man actually on the Grizzly River Run ride! But the photos didn't capture the whole memory—the rush, the laughter, the way we clung to the handles while scream-laughing down the rapids. So what did I do? I built the ride experience right into the layout.

✔️ I recreated the Grizzly Peak mountain in the background

✔️ I placed our photos in the “water,” tilted and overlapping to show the motion of the roaring rapids

✔️ And yes—I even made a custom Grizzly Peak sign as the title!

Now this layout doesn’t just document the ride—it feels like the ride. It’s not just pretty paper and photos—it’s personalized! It’s OUR wild adventure! And that’s the kind of detail that makes your layout feel one-of-a-kind.

Scene building lets you add in the parts of the memory your camera missed. The motion. The mood. The magic.

And when you tailor that scene to your own experience—whether it’s a splashy water ride, a cozy holiday night, or a wild backyard adventure—you’re turning your layout into something only YOU could’ve made.

Because themed paper is cute… but a full-on Grizzly Peak moment?

Now that’s personal! That’s YOU! That’s scrapbooking with style, sass, and storytelling power!

7️⃣ Journaling That Brings the Story to Life—Your Voice, Your Way

Let’s be real—journaling isn’t about writing essays. It’s about sounding like YOU!

Not like a narrator. Not like a script. Definitely not like the back of a Hallmark card!

It’s your voice. Your chaos. Your humor. Your heart. And when you write in a way that feels like you? That’s when your scrapbook stops being just a layout and starts being your personalized story.

Why Journaling Matters (Even If It’s Short)

Sure, journaling helps capture the who, what, where, and when.

But the magic? It’s in the how you say it. That’s what makes it personal!

Because a caption that says “Trip to the pier with my son” is fine.

But a line that says, “He yelled, ‘I smell seaweed!’ and started fake dry-heaving while I tried to take this photo…”

Now that is a story only YOU could tell!

What Should You Say?

Whatever you want—as long as it sounds like you! You don’t need fancy words or perfect grammar. You just need your real voice.

Start with:

• What happened that isn’t in the photo?

• What did it feel like in that moment?

• What made you laugh, cry, or want to scream into a pillow?

• What’s the one thing you never want to forget?

Just imagine you’re texting your bestie… talking to your family over dinner, and write that.

✍️ Handwritten Journaling

There’s nothing more personal than your own handwriting. Crooked? Who cares. Messy? We love it. Not “pretty”? It’s still yours! That’s the kind of detail your family will treasure forever!

Not ready to show it off front and center?

• Tuck it behind a photo

• Wrap it around the border of your layout

• Use a journaling tag or tab for a fun peek-a-boo moment

Your handwriting is a keepsake. Use it!

⌨️ Typed Journaling

Prefer a cleaner look? Totally okay! Just promise me one thing: Don’t let the formatting take away your personality!

This still isn’t an essay. Keep your tone casual, your words natural, and your humor intact. If it sounds like you, it works!

Want to Make It Even More Personal?

Let someone else help tell the story, too!

• Your child’s handwriting

• A quote from your bestie

• A note from your spouse or grandma

• Their version of the day (you know it’s going to be very different from yours)

A layout becomes even more special when it includes more than one voice.

Because one moment = multiple memories. Let everyone be part of it!

🔥 The Takeaway: Your Voice Is the Heart of the Page

Anyone can copy your design. But NO ONE can tell your story the way you do!

So say what you want—exactly how you’d say it in real life. Type it, write it, scribble it, joke it. Just make it real and make it you!

Because when your layout sounds like you—chaos, humor, heart, and all—

That’s what makes it personal!

And if someone reads it and says, “OMG I can HEAR you saying that…”

Girl, you nailed it!

8️⃣ Flip Flaps: The Secret Weapon for Layered, Story-Packed Scrapbooks

Let’s talk about one of the most underrated tools in your stash: flip flaps—the secret pockets, hidden chapters, and bonus scenes of your scrapbook layouts.

They’re not just a clever way to fit more stuff. They’re how you tell more story.

More laughs. More chaos. More YOU. Flip flaps give you space to reveal the parts of your story that matter most—without cluttering up your layout or watering down your design.

Why Flip Flaps Make Your Page More Personal

You don’t have to choose between pretty and personal. Flip flaps let you do both.

✔️ Add extra photos without overwhelming your page

✔️ Tuck in heartfelt journaling—no pressure to put it front and center

✔️ Share stories that are private, silly, or just too good to leave out

✔️ Include multiple voices and perspectives from the same day

✔️ Create interactive layouts that feel like experiences

Every flip, every flap—it’s another chance to bring the story to life.

Not Ready to Show Off Your Handwriting?

No problem. Flip flaps are the perfect compromise. You still get to tell the story in your own words and your own voice—you just tuck it behind a photo or slide it into a flap. No pressure! All personality!

Real-Life Example: Soaked for the Shot

A rainy night. An empty park.

My little man? Determined to capture the perfect photo. So he laid down—face-first on the wet pavement—just to get the angle.

✔ Hoodie? Drenched.

✔ Jeans? Soaked.

✔ Dedication? Iconic.

All of the photos had their own special story of how or what he did to capture them. The stories of each photo? Tucked behind in a flip flap.

That’s the power of layered storytelling—you see the scene, then you flip and feel the memory.

🔥 The Takeaway: Flip, Flap & Scrap with Heart

Flip flaps don’t just give you more room—they give you more YOU!

Every time you lift a flap, you’re revealing a detail that made the moment yours.

So if you’ve got a story that’s too good to skip but too much for the main layout--

Flip it! Flap it! Scrap it! Because the most powerful part of your memory… might be hiding right behind the photo!

9️⃣ Let Your Words Become Part of the Design

Journaling doesn’t have to hide in a box at the bottom of your page.

Sometimes, the most personal thing you can do… is make your words part of the layout itself!

Song lyrics, inside jokes, one-liners from your child that STILL make you laugh—

they don’t just tell the story… they ARE the story!

When Words Set the Scene Before the Photos Do

You know those phrases that instantly take you back? The ones that live rent-free in your brain because they’re tied to a memory? Use them!

✔️ Wrap journaling around embellishments for a natural, flowing look

✔️ Layer short quotes or captions around your photos

✔️ Stamp or cut one-liners along the page border

✔️ Use handwriting that matches the emotion—big, bold, bubbly… or soft and sweet

Your design doesn’t have to stop at shapes and colors—your words are part of the art too.

Real-Life Example: A Baby Layout That Felt Like a Lullaby

I didn’t want just a photo and a sentiment for one of my baby pages.

I wanted it to feel personal. Like our moment—his determination, my heart bursting.

So instead of boxing in the journaling, I:

✔️ Wrote a short poem floating near the stars

✔️ Tucked in a delicate title that said “Reach for the Stars”—because those stars were part of the story

He was trying so hard to crawl—those little arms stretching, legs kicking, eyes locked on his goal. And in that moment, all I wanted to say was,

“You’ve got this, baby. Keep reaching! You can do anything!”

The result? The layout looked like a lullaby—and felt like my heart on paper.

Because those stars weren’t just decoration. They were hope! They were his moment!

They were mine too!

And that kind of journaling? That’s what turns a layout from cute to completely personal!

Real-Life Example: Spell It Exactly How THEY Said It

My little man LOVES Drumstick ice cream cones.

But he never said it “normally”—for some reason, he gave it a little Sam - Elliott- in- Tombstone - Southern - twang that makes me laugh every time.

So when I made that layout?

You BET I spelled it the way he says it.

✔️ I used the Nestlé logo

✔️ I added the 12-cone count

✔️ I wrote “Original Vanilla” just like he says it—with that adorable twist

People ask if I meant to misspell it.

YES. YES, I DID!!

Because that’s our memory—not just a generic layout about ice cream.

Need Ideas? Try These!

✔️ Family Trip? Use the phrase you all kept repeating—“Are we there yet?” or “No, we’re not lost… probably.”

✔️ Holiday Memory? Pull a line from your favorite Christmas song or movie.

✔️ Silly One-Liner? Put it right on the page—exactly how they said it!

✔️ First Day Of School? What was your child saying before you dropped them off?

🔥 The Takeaway: Make Your Words Part of the Memory

When your layout includes the actual words you or your loved ones said—

Whether it’s a quote, joke, lyric, or one-liner—it becomes more than pretty paper.

It becomes personal!

Because anyone can make a layout about a birthday or a school day—

But only YOU can make it sound like your people! That’s what makes it personal! That's what makes it YOURS!

1️⃣0️⃣ Make It a Family Affair—Scrapbook the Page Together

Want to know the ultimate way to personalize your layout? Make it WITH the people who lived the memory!

Whether it’s your little one picking embellishments, your teen choosing the title, or your whole crew sharing their favorite moments, scrapbooking together turns memory keeping into a new memory itself. And honestly? It doesn’t get more personal than that.

The Layout That Was 100% My Little Man

This Toy Story layout? All my Little Man!

✔️ He picked the photos

✔️ He chose the colors

✔️ He handed me a flower embellishment and said, “because I like green” (thus the green flower you see in some of my other projects!)

✔️ He even helped decide where things should go on the page

It wasn’t about creating a “perfect” layout. It was about creating his version of the story. It doesn't get more personalized than that!

And that layout? It’s no longer just about Toy Story. It’s about the memory we made making it TOGETHER!

How to Involve the Whole Family

You don’t need to turn every layout into a group project—but letting your loved ones participate here and there makes a BIG impact.

Try this:

✔️ Let your child pick the embellishments that “feel right”

✔️ Ask everyone to choose their favorite photo from the day

✔️ Invite them to write (or dictate!) a caption or short note

✔️ Use flip flaps to tuck in each person’s version of the story

✔️ Let them pick a quote, movie line, or lyric that reminds them of the moment

Not only does this make your page more personal—it also helps capture the memory from more than one point of view.

You’re Not Just Preserving the Past—You’re Creating a New Memory

Here’s the thing… Scrapbooking with your family turns memory-keeping into memory-making. You’re not just looking back—you’re laughing, storytelling, and creating something together. It’s the perfect full-circle moment:

Preserving the memory while making a new one, you’ll treasure just as much.

🔥 The Takeaway:

There’s No Better Way to Personalize a Page Than to Make It With the People You Love

The layout becomes a snapshot of you and them—not just the photos, but the process.

So go ahead, hand over the stickers (ahem—embellishments!), let them glue a little crooked, and enjoy every second. Because when you scrapbook the page together?

That layout becomes more than a design. It becomes a moment.

🚀 Explore More: Can You Spot the Personal Touches?

Loved these ideas? Ready to see them in action?

Check out how I’ve personalized each of these layouts using the tips from this blog. Can you spot the inside jokes, the flipped titles, the custom colors, and the family collabs?

Each layout tells a story—and now that you know the tricks, you’ll start to see them everywhere!

💌 Share Your Creations – We Want to See YOUR Story!

Have you used any of these techniques before?

Did something in this blog spark a new idea you can’t wait to try?

Or maybe you have a genius personalization trick we didn’t mention?

We’d LOVE to see what makes your scrapbook layouts uniquely YOU!

Tag me on Instagram or Facebook, drop a comment, or upload your creations to the Members Gallery. Let’s inspire each other to keep telling stories that matter—with heart, humor, and a whole lot of personality.

🔥 Final Thoughts: Scrapbooking Should Feel Like YOU

There are a million ways to scrapbook…

But there’s only one you.

So don’t just follow the trends.

Don’t just copy what you see on Pinterest.

Instead, dig a little deeper. Think about what made you laugh, cry, or roll your eyes so hard you nearly saw your brain. Those are the moments worth scrapping. Those are the pages that’ll make people say, “OMG, this is SO YOU!”

Whether it’s the title, the embellishments, the journaling, or the layout itself—

Let your personality shine through every layer of paper and glue.

Because the most powerful tool in your craft room?

Is YOU.

Let’s keep telling stories. Let’s keep preserving the chaos.

And let’s keep making memory keeping FUN again!

April – This Chick Loves Paper

🛒 Grab Your Supplies & Start Crafting!

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