Why I love to create Scrapbook Layouts

There are so many reasons why I scrapbook—and if you're anything like me, you probably have your own beautiful list of “whys” too. For me, scrapbooking isn’t just a craft. It’s a little bit therapy, a little bit storytelling, and a whole lot of joy.

I’ve always been a creative soul. Over the years, I’ve dabbled in all sorts of crafty adventures—folk art, decoupage, leadlighting, paper tole (yes, I even had the special scissors and everything!). But, as much fun as those hobbies were, none of them truly stuck. I was a bit of a crafty butterfly—fluttering from one thing to the next, until...

Enter Scrapbooking.

The moment I discovered scrapbooking, it was like the stars aligned. Something deep inside me said, “Yes—this is it.” I felt this instant connection to the process. The paper, the photos, the stories... it all just clicked. I finally found a creative outlet that felt both deeply personal and endlessly fulfilling. I wasn’t just making something pretty—I was capturing memories, honoring people I love, and telling stories that matter.

One of the biggest joys of this craft is being able to remember and celebrate the people who have passed on. Scrapbooking gives me a beautiful way to keep their memories alive, to share the stories of both sides of my family, and to celebrate my children and grandchildren—the heartbeats of my world.

It Started when I was a youngster.

Believe it or not, my scrapbooking journey started way back when I was about six or seven years old. My grandmother, who lived in England, would send me the most beautiful pictures and postcards. I didn’t know it was “scrapbooking” back then—I just knew it was a whole lot of fun to glue those little treasures into a book and arrange them just the way I liked. That early joy of sticking and snipping has stayed with me ever since.

Inspiration Comes and Goes (and That’s Totally Okay!)

Let’s be real—there are times when inspiration just doesn’t show up. You sit down at your craft table with all the paper in the world, a pile of photos, and… nothing. Not a single idea. (It’s like the creative fairies took the day off and forgot to tell you.)

But other days? The ideas come faster than you can jot them down. That’s why I always say: carry a little journal with you everywhere you go. Inspiration hides in the smallest moments—your grandchild’s giggle, a flower blooming in your garden, a conversation with an old friend. Write it down. Keep a little notebook in your bag, in your car, even on your nightstand (because we all know the best ideas show up at 2 a.m. when we should be sleeping).

Scrap What Matters Most to YOU

We all have different styles of scrapping—some of us love layers and embellishments, others prefer clean and simple layouts. Some of us journal paragraphs on every page, while others let the pictures do the talking. And guess what? It’s all perfect.

What really matters is that your scrapbooks reflect what’s important to you. That they tell your story, in your own unique way. Because these pages we create? They’re not just pretty—they’re precious. They’re little pieces of our hearts that will be cherished now, and even more so in the years to come.

So whether you’re creating a layout about a family holiday, a funny moment with a friend, or just capturing the beauty in an ordinary day, remember this: scrap what matters most to YOU.

Because your story is worth telling—and you’re the only one who can tell it your way.