Uploaded June 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Hello friends! Thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my video inspired you!
In this video, I created my own multi-layered journal cards (2 of them) to put inside a 6x8 pocket page protector with four 3x4 pockets in it. Of course, the remaining pockets will hold colour photos printed at home with my Epson printer.
The base of both journal cards are the same, meaning I duplicated the design right up to the top- most layer (which is the “note paper” in the die cut notepad adhered together in the bottom layers.) Replicating the basic design is a great way to make things easier on yourself, first and foremost (I like keeping things simple); it’s also a sneaky way to keep your design cohesive. The designing process can often be lengthy, so shortcuts are often best.
The bottom layer was inspired by polka dot paper from Simple Stories Life Captured. It’s one of my favourite patterns in that collection, and sadly, I didn’t have enough of it left to cut two 3x4 rectangles from. Here’s where the beauty of digital creating comes in: I cheated, and made my own dotted pattern. To do that, I found a snowflake pattern in the Access image library (it’s really just a series of scattered dots), adjusted it to the size I wanted, then “adhered” it to a rectangle shape (same size as the image) using Attach. Attaching two images together in this way results in the patterned image- or negative image- to be cut from the solid- or positive- shape. The finished product yields my very own polka dot paper. I attached my digitally generated polka dot paper to a piece of white cardstock trimmed to 3x4 inches to complete the first (base) layer.
The middle layer is composed of the die cut notepad image. It is a multi- layer image, which means each piece will be cut all at once. I wanted the notepad to be patterned. The easiest way to achieve that was to cut the image using my Cricut from cardstock, then piece it together “old school”. My second most favourite patterned paper from Life Captured is the colourful floral paper. I had two smaller pieces that were close to the dimensions I cut the notepad at (I think it’s roughly 2.75x3.75 inches); I used my ATG to adhere each scrap piece of paper in place, then trimmed off the excess with fine tip precision scissors.
Now for the last layer. The notepaper was cut at the same time as the notepad- however, it began as a basic rectangle shape. Using Draw and Attach, I added lines with a grey pen, and a border near the top of the shape with blue ink (that’s mostly just for aesthetics. While my lined paper is also aesthetic, it’s functional, too. It helped me keep my title straight(ish), and also served as a guide for the journaling found in the second journal card. (Don’t forget, all these base images were cut twice, for both journal cards).
Sticking with a general colour palette also works wonderfully to keep your finished layout cohesive. The title and journaling were drawn with a red pen, while the navy blue ties together the rest of the blues throughout the layout. All the colours used in my layout, with the exception of the neutral polka dot card base, all came from the floral patterned paper layer. I knew the neutral base would compliment my design because it’s also found in the collection I drew my inspiration from.
How has a visual cue inspired your creativity?
Here’s the products I used today:
Scrapbook Nerd: scrapbooknerd.com
*Youtube says I’m too wordy! All the basic tools, cardstock + patterned papers I used today is found in the shop above ♥️
Cricut
-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html
-Ultimate Extra Fine point pen set (Cardinal Red, Midnight Blue): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.html
-*Andolab Cricut compatible pen (Ash): https://a.co/d/bWFDSgt
-*Sharpie Ultra Fine point pen: https://a.co/d/h0tUSVQ
-*Craverland Cricut adapter: https://a.co/d/0V3Cpjd
*I grouped these three products with Cricut because I use them interchangeably with my Cricut machine. All products are compatible with the Explore 3, and are available on Amazon.
Epson
-ET2850 EcoTank All in One printer:
-Epson premium glossy 6x4 photo paper:
Cricut Made playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyyYrE2vFJIWjJkAvTszDdA8
Cricut project link: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/663f8033853baae62df0278c
Hello friends! Thanks for visiting my channel today. I hope my video inspired you!
In this video, I created my own multi-layered journal cards (2 of them) to put inside a 6x8 pocket page protector with four 3x4 pockets in it. Of course, the remaining pockets will hold colour photos printed at home with my Epson printer.
The base of both journal cards are the same, meaning I duplicated the design right up to the top- most layer (which is the “note paper” in the die cut notepad adhered together in the bottom layers.) Replicating the basic design is a great way to make things easier on yourself, first and foremost (I like keeping things simple); it’s also a sneaky way to keep your design cohesive. The designing process can often be lengthy, so shortcuts are often best.
The bottom layer was inspired by polka dot paper from Simple Stories Life Captured. It’s one of my favourite patterns in that collection, and sadly, I didn’t have enough of it left to cut two 3x4 rectangles from. Here’s where the beauty of digital creating comes in: I cheated, and made my own dotted pattern. To do that, I found a snowflake pattern in the Access image library (it’s really just a series of scattered dots), adjusted it to the size I wanted, then “adhered” it to a rectangle shape (same size as the image) using Attach. Attaching two images together in this way results in the patterned image- or negative image- to be cut from the solid- or positive- shape. The finished product yields my very own polka dot paper. I attached my digitally generated polka dot paper to a piece of white cardstock trimmed to 3x4 inches to complete the first (base) layer.
The middle layer is composed of the die cut notepad image. It is a multi- layer image, which means each piece will be cut all at once. I wanted the notepad to be patterned. The easiest way to achieve that was to cut the image using my Cricut from cardstock, then piece it together “old school”. My second most favourite patterned paper from Life Captured is the colourful floral paper. I had two smaller pieces that were close to the dimensions I cut the notepad at (I think it’s roughly 2.75x3.75 inches); I used my ATG to adhere each scrap piece of paper in place, then trimmed off the excess with fine tip precision scissors.
Now for the last layer. The notepaper was cut at the same time as the notepad- however, it began as a basic rectangle shape. Using Draw and Attach, I added lines with a grey pen, and a border near the top of the shape with blue ink (that’s mostly just for aesthetics. While my lined paper is also aesthetic, it’s functional, too. It helped me keep my title straight(ish), and also served as a guide for the journaling found in the second journal card. (Don’t forget, all these base images were cut twice, for both journal cards).
Sticking with a general colour palette also works wonderfully to keep your finished layout cohesive. The title and journaling were drawn with a red pen, while the navy blue ties together the rest of the blues throughout the layout. All the colours used in my layout, with the exception of the neutral polka dot card base, all came from the floral patterned paper layer. I knew the neutral base would compliment my design because it’s also found in the collection I drew my inspiration from.
How has a visual cue inspired your creativity?
Here’s the products I used today:
Scrapbook Nerd: scrapbooknerd.com
*Youtube says I’m too wordy! All the basic tools, cardstock + patterned papers I used today is found in the shop above ♥️
Cricut
-Explore 3: cricut.com/en-ca/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html
-Ultimate Extra Fine point pen set (Cardinal Red, Midnight Blue): cricut.com/en-ca/tools-accessories/machine-tools/pens-markers/ultimate-extra-fine-point-set-30-ct/2008025.html
-*Andolab Cricut compatible pen (Ash): https://a.co/d/bWFDSgt
-*Sharpie Ultra Fine point pen: https://a.co/d/h0tUSVQ
-*Craverland Cricut adapter: https://a.co/d/0V3Cpjd
*I grouped these three products with Cricut because I use them interchangeably with my Cricut machine. All products are compatible with the Explore 3, and are available on Amazon.
Epson
-ET2850 EcoTank All in One printer:
-Epson premium glossy 6x4 photo paper:
Cricut Made playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkkGRQvpOyyYrE2vFJIWjJkAvTszDdA8
Cricut project link: design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/663f8033853baae62df0278c
