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<\/p>\nWhen my granddaughter was small, she and my husband had a sweet autumn tradition. They would shop together for the perfect pumpkin, and then carve it side by side. Those moments of laughter and creativity became cherished memories, and I wanted to capture them in a scrapbook layout.<\/p>\n
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For this project, I created a double-page spread designed to highlight those pumpkin carving photos. I haven’t placed the photos yet, because I like to share the layout first on my blog and during Facebook live sessions to feature the products used.<\/p>\n
The Painted Pumpkin stamps and dies and were the stars of this layout. Their versatile designs allowed me to build a warm, autumn theme without leaning into Halloweenn imagery. I paired the Sunflower Fields DSP, which added a golden, seasonal touch. To round out the palette, I pulled in some autumn-like DSP from my stash, blending textures and colors for a cohesive look.<\/p>\n
I intentionally avoided Halloween-specific icons so the focus remained on the Painted Patch products and the family story. The pumpkins themselves became a symbol of tradition and creativity, rather than just a holiday decoration. This approach allowed the layout to feel timeless and versatile.<\/p>\n
This project is a great example of how you can use themed products to tell pesonal stories in your scrapbooking. By focusing on the essence of the memory – in this case, the joy of carving pumpkins together – you can create pages that resonate beyond a single holiday.<\/p>\n
The photos will be added later, but the story is alive on paper. Painted Patch and Sunflower Fields came together to frame a treasured family tradition, reminding me that scrapbooking is as much about storytelling as it is about design.<\/p>\n
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