Scrapbooking Pages I've Been Working On

I just love when our crafting group picks a de-stash challenge because I always have so many supplies on hand that I'm not all that great at using!  For this month's challenge I figured it was the perfect time to start working on some more scrapbooking pages.  



I was gifted a TON of scrapbooking supplies and pre-made kits (you can view my desk and supplies I was gifted here) but almost always end up modifying the kits dramatically when I use them.  Most kits are two page spreads and I try really hard to keep most of our scrapbook memories to just one page.









Even when I do use two pages I rarely keep the title or I'll add different images... like in this 2 page cooking spread where I added a few extra photo spots and the pizza I crafted. 




Toda I am joining in with fellow bloggers for our De-stash challenge.  Please stop by and see what they've made too. 

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  1. Sum of their StoriesFebruary 8, 2021 at 7:17 AM

    These pages are fabulous, isn't it fun to stretch your creativity and use what you already have? I've just realised from these pictures, you live in a house full of boys! Now our daughter has moved out I do too but luckily she's only a few minutes down the road so I still get to see her often!

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  2. Kim CarberryFebruary 8, 2021 at 7:31 AM

    What great work and a great way to remember those special moments x

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  3. Coastal BohemianFebruary 8, 2021 at 8:01 AM

    I have soooo much paper , I really need to do some actual scrapbooking. These were fun and I'm so go glad you share them.

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    1. Joanne February 8, 2021 at 2:02 PM

      I rarely think to use my paper for anything other than cardmaking or scrapbooking but I do love all paper crafts.

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  4. Carol @Comfort Spring StationFebruary 8, 2021 at 8:12 AM

    Your pages are so fun and colorful. They're a fabulous way to remember events and times. #MMBC

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  5. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2021 at 8:16 AM

    These pages are awesome. I like to keep memories to one page too and add as many photos as I can. Scrapbooking is so much fun and I'm in love with the ice cream pages.

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  6. Beverly @Across the BlvdFebruary 8, 2021 at 8:51 AM

    Your scrapbook pages look great. What a fun way to remember some special times.

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    1. Joanne February 8, 2021 at 2:05 PM

      Thank you! I had so much fun making them too.

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  7. HollyFebruary 8, 2021 at 8:54 AM

    Love the way your pages came out Joanne- thanks for sharing!

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  8. Dara @ Not In JerseyFebruary 8, 2021 at 9:10 AM

    These are great, you are so creative!

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  9. Kari February 8, 2021 at 9:28 AM

    Aww, I love these! My sister-in-law used to do scrapbooking, and I would love to look through her finished books. It made looking at pictures even more fun. :)

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  10. Gail @Purple Hues and MeFebruary 8, 2021 at 9:30 AM

    Scrapbooking is so different now from years ago. I love that you shared some of yours with the bold graphics, lettering and awesome photos! I love your style, too! They are all very memorable and unique!

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    1. Joanne February 8, 2021 at 2:08 PM

      It sure is! I often look back at my very first scrapbooking pages I ever made nearly 20 years ago and marvel over how much has changed.

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  11. AniFebruary 8, 2021 at 10:33 AM

    This process seems to satisfying. I just started getting really into digital journaling and I’m finding it ridiculously satisfying. I’ve never been good with paper crafting. Something about it feels very over my head. The boys are going to love this when they get older. I know I would have loved to see my childhood captured like this!

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    1. Joanne February 8, 2021 at 2:10 PM

      They do like to look through the books every now and then. I always think their girlfriends/ wives/ kids will really enjoy them too... I hope!

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  12. Bri RundeFebruary 8, 2021 at 10:43 AM

    Love them! You are fantastic at this! The boys will have sweet memories all put together by you for their lifetime. So precious.

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  13. Stone Cottage AdventuresFebruary 8, 2021 at 10:51 AM

    Wonderful scrap book pages! I especially love the one with the frog. Too cute! Your boys are very handsome! Like you, I seldom stick with the layout suggested in the kits. -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures

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  14. Danielle @ A Sprinkle of JoyFebruary 8, 2021 at 11:43 AM

    I love all your scrapbook pages!

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  15. Sparkles and LattesFebruary 8, 2021 at 11:47 AM

    What an amazing job! I love scrapebooks so much and haven't done any in a long time.

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    1. Joanne February 8, 2021 at 2:14 PM

      Aw, thank you! I took a good 5 year hiatus from scrapbooking but like I said having been gifts so many supplies I was really motivated to pick it back up again and I was able to get all caught up on it in no time.

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  16. Sew Crafty CrochetFebruary 8, 2021 at 5:07 PM

    Your scrapbook pages are so cute and so fun! You're making me want to scrap book again! I haven't done it in years! Anyhoo, I really really love the ice cream sandwiches and the key fob. Oh, and I love the pencils!

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  17. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasFebruary 8, 2021 at 8:20 PM

    Love all your scrapbook pages...I wish I would have had the time to do this when my sons were young...I have a lot of the boys things I need to organize and I think I will just be putting them in acid free sleeves...Thanks so much for stopping by!! The knee is actually much better since I had the knee replacement surgery so I do much better now than I did a few years ago....Stay safe, healthy and happy!!
    Hugs,
    Debbie

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  18. Lindsay's Sweet WorldFebruary 9, 2021 at 8:40 AM

    These are always my favorite posts that you do! I love seeing all of your creativity come to life on each of these pages.

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  19. LyshaFebruary 17, 2021 at 4:16 PM

    So many great pages! Makes me want to scrapbook again.

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