Christmas Mini Album

I made two more mini albums like this one that I made in September. I just love the size of these books. They measure 5 -1/8-inches by 8-inches. To me they are just the perfect size. For my cover I used a Sizzix die and cut a bunch of the branches. I then cut them apart and made them into a wreath. The embellshment came from my stash of wreath making supplies. The bow is made from some ribbon in my stash using a tutorial from Gina K. I took some classes from Bella Crafts Connection at the Mall of America and she was kind enough to let me tape her creating one. Bows are so hard for me! I either have to use a fork or another thing I have to make bows with. 

I decided to add two waterfalls to this book. One on the inside front and back cover.  I wasn't sure if I'd need to increase the spine or not. Turns out it worked out and the spine is the same size as the other books I made. 

I just love that there are so many pockets and places for photo mats.

I came across this paper by accident. I had stopped into Hobby Lobby for a pack of Kraft paper and walked by a display of paper that was 50% off. I looked at it, went on my way and went pack and loved it so much I picked up the 12x12 and the 6x6-inch pads. It's called Old World Winter. It has a little bit of texture to it and I love that.

That's it! I didn't add any embellishments to the inside. There is room, but I think the paper is beautiful that it's doesn't really need anything else. I want the book to have room for photos and or journaling. 

My next post will be another book using the same concept just changed up a bit. 

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12 Days Of Christmas Mini Book

I finally finished the first mini album I've been able to make in months! I have quite a few collections that have been waiting patiently for me to be able to create with. With this Graphic 45 12 Days of Christmas collection I decided to make four books. Two will be 6x6 and two will be 4x6. I'll use the scraps if there are any left for card making. 

I decided to go with a ring binding. For some reason that I can't explain, this is my favorite binding to use for books. I can do other types, but always come back to this type. I used chipboard from the collection for the image on the front cover. The foliage is a die cut I made from a Spellbinders die. The poinsettia is from Hero Arts that I had in my stash. The gemstone in the center and throughout the book were from a package I picked up at the Dollar Store when I lived in Wisconsin. Seam binding is tied onto the rings that I purchased from Really Reasonable Ribbon. In the first photo you can see the Tim Holtz Swivel Clasp with the Muse Christmas token that I've hung from the rings on the binding.   

There are a total of eight pages which include the inside of the front and back cover. I've added mats for photos throughout the book. The left page above shows one of the pockets from the collection that holds a small tag. The right page shows one of the banners from the collection.

The page on the left holds mats that are kept closed by a magnet closure. You can see another view below. The tabs were punched using my We R Memory Keepers Tab punch. The flowers on the right page are from the collection.

I created a small pocket to hold mats and tags for photos or journaling. The edge of the pocket was cut using the Torn Notebook On The Edge Die from Tim Holtz. The page on the left holds a tri-fold photo mat. The two photos below show more detail.

The page on the left has been left to hold a larger photo. The left page holds a large photo mat with a pocket behind it. The photo below shows the mats and tags that it holds.

The back cover has been left with just patterned paper. This could also hold a photo.

This is really a beautiful collection! I've got a few more things to finish on the other books and then I'll share them with you too!

This post is linked to these parties: All Things Fee, Craft-O-Maniac Monday, A Round Tuit, Marvelously Messy, Made by You Monday

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{Another} Graphic 45 Nutcracker Sweet Mini Album!

Today I'm sharing the photos of the third Nutcracker Sweet Mini Album I created. I think I've used up most of the collection on three 6 x 6 books. Now I'm going to try and use what's left on some smaller books. 

I'm not going to go into detail below each photo because I used all the products for this book that I used on this one. The only differences that you'll see are the chipboard pieces and that I've changed some of the patterns on the pages and some of the photo mats. Otherwise all dimensions are the same. 

Thanks for taking the time to stop by and take a look! This book will be for sale here if you're interested!

Graphic 45 Nutcracker Sweet Mini Album

I just finished two more mini albums using Graphic 45's Nutcracker Sweet collection. I bought everything that they had this collection except for the stamps. So far I've been able to create three 6 x 6 - inch books. Now I'm going to work on some smaller albums. You can see my first album here. 

I decided to use rings for my binding this time. On the cover I used one of the chipboard pieces and some display trim corners from 7Gypsies. I tied some ribbon and seam binding onto the rings. I also made a charm using my Epiphany Shape Studio. I chose one the of the gingerbread images from one of the papers. 

This book has 12 pages which include the inside front and back cover. I've added trim with ribbon from Webster's Pages and Making Memories throughout the book. May Arts Ribbon was also used.

Bling from Webster's Pages, Hero Arts, Recollections and Queen & Co were used on photo mats here and there.

I added two Kraft envelopes with an A2 card inside (4-1/4 x 5-1/2 - inches) for additional room for photos, journaling or memorabilia. The next three photos show the pattern paper on the card.

I added a pocket with an images I cut from one of the card stock sheets. Inside of the pocket I added two tags. One made from a Tim Holtz die and the other one from a Sizzix die. 

I left some pages blank for larger photos to be added.

Another kraft envelope and card on the left page. On the right I've added three photo mats measuring 4-1/2 x 5-1/2 - inches for added photo space. A larger photo can be adhered behind the mats. The next four photos show the second card and the photo mats.

This is the back cover. I just embellished it with a sticker from the collection. This is a very fun collection with very unconventional Christmas colors!

I love making books! I do make so many that I can't keep them all. I have a wall of shelves in my craft room with all the books I can't part with. This book will be for sale here.

I'm planning to post my third 6 x 6 -inch book using this collection tomorrow, so check back if you're interested in seeing it. That one will also be for sale. If everything goes well today I plan to make a video of both books. You can keep checking my YouTube channel here to see when they are posted. 

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