Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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If you love adding layers to your scrapbook pages but hate losing photo space, this tip is for you.

In today’s video I’m sharing one of my favorite techniques for adding visual interest to a page without adding bulk and without sacrificing valuable photo real estate.

Matting is one of the simplest ways to elevate your scrapbook projects, but small changes in how you mat your papers can completely transform the look of your layout while keeping your album functional and photo-focused.

In this video you’ll learn:
• How to create layered interest without thick pages
• A simple matting technique that preserves photo space
• How to make your pages look more dynamic using just paper

This is part of a Tips & Tricks series where I share simple techniques to help you improve your scrapbooking and paper crafting projects.

If you enjoy practical techniques like this, make sure to subscribe because I’ll be sharing more ideas to help you create beautiful, photo-focused albums without unnecessary bulk.

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Paper Collection: Flight 2715, Available in both Digital and Printed paper packs, paperphenomenon.com/products/printed-paper-collection-flight-2715-2-0-12x12-1?_pos=3&_psq=Flightr&_ss=e&_v=1.0


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