Dream Big | Dream Big collection | Pretty Little Studio

  Hey creative friends!

Today I’m super excited to share a fun and vibrant layout I created using the stunning Dream Big collection by Pretty Little Studio! If you love bold colors, inspiring sentiments, and a modern mix of black and white with pops of pink, yellow, and teal — this collection is definitely for you!

I started my layout with the striped black-and-white background from the Savannah Dream collection, which makes everything layered on top really stand out. One of the things I love most about the Dream Big collection is how well all the patterned papers, die-cuts, and flair pieces coordinate without looking too busy.

I used a grid design as the main structure for my layout. Each square features a mix of patterned papers, embellishments, flair buttons, and of course — photos! The grid is both playful and organized, giving me the perfect base to showcase the sweet moments captured in these photos.

The flair buttons add dimension and fun phrases like "always," "happy," and "my darling" — little details that really bring emotion into the page. I also included small titles like "my everything" and "this day," which highlight the theme of cherishing special memories.

And of course, the title — DREAM BIG — anchors the page beautifully at the bottom. It’s a perfect reminder that love, laughter, and dreams go hand in hand.

This collection was such a joy to work with! It made the storytelling feel effortless and helped me document these happy memories in a fresh, bold, and beautiful way.

Thanks for stopping by — I hope this layout inspires you to create something bright and meaningful today. 

Happy creating!

Tarrah x

Pumpkin Patch | Farmers Market collection | Doodlebug Design Inc

 Are you feeling the cool change in the air? Fall is nearly here and if you're anything like me, you love documenting those crisp Autumn moments.

This layout features a super sweet photo of my little one enjoying an Autumn day surrounded by pumpkins — the perfect inspiration for this harvest-themed page. I wanted to create a design that captured the playful and vibrant feel of the season, and the Farmers Market collection made that so easy.

I started with the 12' x 12' 'B' side of the 'Fall Berries' patterned paper, the warm woodgrain and scalloped border help to frame the layout. At the top and bottom, I added patterned paper strips for a little extra color and texture and I added some machine stitching to give it a  handmade touch. I love how the green and orange layers mimic the feel of a farmer’s stand or garden row!

The star of the show is the photo, of course, and I highlighted it with lots of die-cuts, stickers, and layered tags. The “Happy Harvest” banner and “Fresh from the Garden” journaling spot all from the Chit Chat pack, added the perfect touch of seasonal flair. I also tucked in some sweet mini pumpkins from the Doodle Pops and puffy stickers, flowers, and leafy elements to bring the whole page to life.

The title "Pumpkin Patch" is fom the Chit Chat pack, I adhered the title using foam tapegrounded by two smiling pumpkin die-cuts that might just be my favorite part of the whole layout! They bring such personality and charm — classic Doodlebug style!

To the right of the photo, I added a cute little orange truck filled with harvest goodies, and on the left of the photo, I added the street arrow sign sticker some word stickers like “Pumpkin Fun,” “Apple Picking,” and “Fresh Eggs” to give that authentic fall market vibe. The stickers are all from the This and That sticker sheet.

To finish it off, I layered some tags and elements from the Bits and Pieces pack from the Farmers Market collection to add movement and interest. Everything ties together beautifully — playful, warm, and perfect for fall memory keeping.

 

This layout was such a joy to create, and the Farmers Market collection truly made it easy to bring a festive autumn story to life. Whether you're documenting a trip to the pumpkin patch, apple picking, or just cozy fall moments at home, this collection is packed with charm, color, and joy.

Thanks for stopping by, and happy scrapping!

 

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

7802 Farmers Market 'Fall Bunch' Doodle Pop

7804 Farmers Market 'Pumpkin Patch' Doodle Pop 

7817 Farmers Market Chit Chat pack

7818 Farmers Market Bits & Pieces pack

7816 Farmers Market Odds & Ends Veggie Garden pack

7822 Farmers Market This & That Sticker Sheet

7869 Farmers Market Puffy Shapes Veggie Garden

7830 Farmers Market 'Fall Berries' patterned paper

7831 Farmers Market 'Garden Seeds' patterned paper

7833 Farmers Market 'Field of Flowers' patterned paper

OTHER

Sewing machine

White cotton

Date stamp

Black ink

White twine

Summer Sun & Fun | Summer Fun collection | Doodlebug Design Inc

Hi creative friends! 

If you love sunshine, smiles, and everything cute under the sea, today's layout is for you! A vibrant and joy-filled layout created using the Summer Fun collection by Doodlebug Design Inc along with an awesome cut file by Paige Taylor Evans.

At first glance, this layout screams happy summer vibes! Centred around a sweet photo moment by the beach, the design is brought to life with bold colors, playful embellishments, and a perfect blend of patterns and textures. 

 

I love the papers from the Summer Fun collection. Each word in the cut file is backed with a different paper design, creating a playful, dimensional look. Under the cut file I added some blue mixed media, I love how it makes it the cut file pop off the white background cardstock. I layered one of the papers from the 6' x 8' paper pad under my photo.

I trimmed down the white cardstock and adhered it to the Beach Picnic patterned paper. The cut file is popped up using foam adhesive, I love how this creates shadows and dimension. The animals in this collection are absolutely adorable, on this layout I have added dolphins, jelly fish, sea horses, octopus, fish and a chameleon! 

With the embellishing I added some with a tone on tone look and some not tone on tone, the gorgeous, bright colors just had to be added as much as possible on my layout! I added a sub title taking the words Summer Awaits from the Chit Chat pack and adhering them using foam adhesive at the bottom of the cut file.

Thanks for stopping by! I hope this inspires you to dive into your summer memories and get creative with our newest release!

Happy creating!

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

8925 Summer Fun 6x8 Paper Pad

8927 Summer Fun This & That

8922 Summer Fun Chit Chat

8921 Summer Fun Odds & Ends

8898 Louie Lobster Doodle-Pop

8899 Tropical Trio Doodle-Pop

8926 Summer Fun Icon Stickers

8907 Summer Fun Puffy Icon Stickers

                          8933 Summer Fun Beach Picnic 12 x 12 patterned paper

8939 Summer Fun Beach Towel 12 x 12 patterned paper

8929 Summer Fun Summer Fun 12 x 12 patterned paper

OTHER

Cut file by Paige Evans

Silhouette Cameo electronic cutting machine 

Date stamp

Black ink

Remember This Moment | Grateful Heart collection | Pretty Little Studio

Hi creative friends! 

Today I’m excited to share a heartfelt layout created with the stunning Grateful Heart collection by Pretty Little Studio. This collection is packed with cozy colours, warm sentiments, and beautiful florals—perfect for documenting moments that matter most.

For this layout, I wanted to capture a sweet memory with my beautiful Mum, and the Grateful Heart collection couldn’t have been more fitting. I began by layering strips of patterned paper vertically and horizontally to form a cross design that draws the eye right to the centre of the page. I love the vibrant mix of plum, mustard, navy, and soft pink tones that really make the layout pop.

The photo is matted with one of the bold plaid papers to create contrast, and I tucked in a few die cuts and florals around the edges for added texture and dimension. The little camera icon just above the photo is a favourite—perfect for highlighting memories.

Below the photo, I added the sentiment 'Remember this Moment' from the die-cut pack. It speaks perfectly to the story behind the photo. I also included a beautiful heart border strip in those rich collection colours for an extra touch of love.

To finish off, I used a date stamp to mark the memory and added a few embellishments like the tags, flair button, and layered phrases to bring it all together. The subtle background stencil adds a soft visual interest without taking away from the main elements.

The Grateful Heart collection truly makes it easy to express gratitude and joy in your scrapbooking. Whether you’re documenting everyday moments or special occasions, this collection wraps your memories in warmth and love.

Thanks so much for stopping by today—I hope this layout inspires you to pull out your favourite photos and create with a grateful heart.

Happy creating!

Tarrah x 

Summer Time | Summer Fun collection | Doodlebug Design Inc

Hi creative friends!

If you're anything like me, summer is all about sunshine, laughter, and making sweet memories — and the Summer Fun collection by Doodlebug Design perfectly captures that sunny spirit in every sticker, paper, and embellishment.

For this layout, I documented a fun beach day with my Mum at Jimmy’s Beach in NSW, Australia. The colorful striped background immediately set the tone for a playful and vibrant vibe — and how perfect are those colors?! Pink, orange, yellow, green, blue... it's like a rainbow exploded in the best way possible!

I added a scalloped border strip from the This and That sticker sheet across the top for a little extra dimension and tucked in some fun elements like a mini parrot Doodle Pop sticker, hearts from the Sam & Sally Seahorse Doodle-Pop, and the cutest little 'Vitamin Sea' sentiment from the Chit Chat die-cuts pack. Doodlebug never disappoints when it comes to adorable details!!

I layered up lots of the coordinating die cuts and stickers from the Odds and Ends and Chit Chat packs — tropical leaves, a rainbow umbrella, beach ball, and of course, that sweet 'Summer Time' title cluster.

At the bottom of the layout, I included a journaling spot labeled 'MEMORIES' from the Bits and Pieces pack to record the location and date of our beach trip. A cute pink flamingo Doodle-Pop and floral accents also from the Bits and Pieces pack helped tie it all together and frame the story.

And let’s not forget that photo! It’s always the centerpiece — and the happy faces in it remind me exactly why I scrapbook.

Thanks for stopping by! I hope this inspires you to dive into your summer memories and get creative with Doodlebug’s newest release!

Happy creating!

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

8925 Summer Fun 6x8 Paper Pad

8943 Summer Fun Textured Cardstock Assortment Pack

8927 Summer Fun This & That

8922 Summer Fun Chit Chat

8921 Summer Fun Odds & Ends

8896 Flora Flamingo Doodle-Pop

8899 Tropical Trio Doodle-Pop

8901 Sam & Sally Seahorse Doodle-Pop

8939 Summer Fun Beach Towel 12 x 12 patterned paper

8929 Summer Fun Summer Fun 12 x 12 patterned paper

OTHER

Date stamp

Black ink

Black journal pen

Pink thread

Sewing machine

Our Beach Adventure | Summer Fun collection | Doodlebug Design Inc

Hi creative friends! 

The vibrant and playful Summer Fun collection by Doodlebug Design Inc was like a match made in heaven for my colorful and vibrant photos of a recent trip to the beach huts at Brighton Beach, Victoria, Australia! If you’re anything like me and love capturing colorful beach days, this collection will have your heart from the first glance.

I chose the Water Babies 12' x 12' patterned paper as my background to mimic the sea, trimming it down and matting it on white cardstock, then trimmed down the white cardstock and matted it further on to the 'B' side of the Gull Friends 12' x 12' patterned paper to frame the design. I included three of our favorite snapshots from the day, matted with the bold stripey paper from the 6x8 paper pad for extra contrast.

I took 3 of the bright beach hut die-cuts from the Odds & Ends pack and lined them up using foam adhesive to the right of my main photo. I also placed the wave die-cut underneath and added some fish stickers over the waves from the Summer School Sprinkles Pack. The sun tucked in at the top of my larger photo is also from the Odds & Ends pack.

I layered some word and phrase stickers from the This and That cardstock sticker sheet on top of the middle beach hut die-cut, the pink tab sticker on the left of the large photo and the scalloped border sticker under my title are also both from the This & That sticker sheet. My title is from the Chit Chat pack and made up of 3 words - Beach is popped up using foam adhesive. Of course I could not go past adding some Doodle-Pops! I added the Palm Tree from the Palm Beach Doodle-Pop pack near my large photo and the seagull from the same pack to the top of one of the beach huts. I also added a few florals from the Flora Flamingo Doodle-Pop pack around my title  

The Summer Fun collection is an absolute must-have for scrapping your sunny days, beach holidays, and poolside pics. Its bold colors, whimsical patterns, and darling embellishments make storytelling a total breeze!

Thanks for stopping by! I hope this inspires you to dive into your summer memories and get creative with Doodlebug’s newest release!

Happy creating!

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

8925 Summer Fun 6x8 Paper Pad

8943 Summer Fun Textured Cardstock Assortment Pack

8927 Summer Fun This & That

8922 Summer Fun Chit Chat

8921 Summer Fun Odds & Ends

8893 Sweet Shells Shape Sprinkles

8894 Summer School Shape Sprinkles

8896 Flora Flamingo Doodle-Pop

8900 Palm Beach Doodle-Pop

8932 Summer Fun Water Babies 12 x 12 patterned paper

8940 Summer Fun Gull Friends 12 x 12 patterned paper

OTHER

Date stamp

Black ink

Black journal pen

Smile You Make Life More Beautiful | You Are My Sunshine/Sunkissed collections | Pretty Little Studio

Hi creative friends!

It's Tarrah McLean back with you and today I’m sharing one of my latest 12x12 layouts using two of my absolute favorite Pretty Little Studio collections – You Are My Sunshine and Sunkissed. These bright, happy collections are bursting with color, whimsy, and summer cheer – the perfect vibe for capturing joyful childhood moments like this one of my little niece exploring the backyard. 

For this layout, I used a light grid background from You Are My Sunshine as my base. It gives just the right amount of structure while allowing the embellishments and photo to shine. I layered my photo with the cloud vellum from the Sunkissed collection and scalloped edges also from the Sunkissed collection, then added a mix of die-cuts, clear stickers, and word flags from both collections.

I absolutely love how the pops of yellow, coral, mint, and lavender from Sunkissed bring so much playfulness to the page. The sweet dragonfly, stitched banner, and kite elements dance across the layout, echoing the fun and freedom of childhood. I also added lots of hearts using craft foam and some more clouds too.

The large title "Smile You Make Life More Beautiful" from Sunkissed is bold yet cheerful and sets the tone perfectly and is a gentle reminder of how precious these everyday moments are. I also included a quote bubble that reads:
“If you’re naturally yourself, you’re beautiful.” – Young M.A. 

Both the You Are My Sunshine and Sunkissed collections work so beautifully together, and I love how they helped me capture the warmth and wonder of this fun day. If you're looking to document your summer memories, I can’t recommend these collections enough!

Thanks so much for stopping by – I hope this layout inspires you to pull out your sunny photos and get crafting!

Happy scrapping,

Tarrah x

Bee-utiful | Bee Happy collection | Doodlebug Design Inc

Hi creative friends!

The Bee Happy collection by Doodlebug Design Inc gives super sweet, happy and cheerful vibes. This layout is all about celebrating beautiful friendships and spreading those happy, cheerful vibes!

I started with the “BEE-UTIFUL” title cut file from CUT to YOU, which instantly set the playful tone for the whole page. I backed each letter with different patterned papers from the Bee Happy 6x6 paper pad—how could I resist those bright yellows, aqua blues, and happy greens? I wanted to add some solid colors so the check and spot prints were perfect.

To bring extra dimension and personality, I added the cutest little embellishments—those bees, hearts, mushrooms, and flowers are from the All the Things pack, Doodle-Pops, Puffy Stickers and Sprinkles pack and they all honestly steal the show. I popped some of them up with foam tape for extra fun and movement.

I kept the photo black and white to let the colors shine and to create a nice contrast against all that vibrant paper. The photo captures a happy moment with one of my scrappy besties, and the title felt just perfect: “Bee-utiful”. 

A stitched border around the outside, scalloped trims from the This and That sticker sheet, and a few enamel dots later—and voila! A layout that makes me smile every time I look at it.

If you love playful, colorful designs and layouts that feel like sunshine in scrapbook form, the Bee Happy collection is an absolute must!

Happy crafting!

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

Bee Happy collection

Bee Happy cardstock pack

OTHER

CUT to YOU cut file

Date stamp

Black ink

You're So Sweet | Bee Happy collection | Doodlebug Design Inc

Hi creative friends!

The Bee Happy collection from Doodlebug Design Inc is bursting with sunshine, honey, and the cutest little bees and bears you’ve ever seen! It was the perfect match for a cherished photo of my mum and me — a memory I wanted to document in a cheerful, lighthearted way! 

I started by layering multiple colored cardstock, deciding on a bold black base to ground the layout, I then added teal and yellow borders to make everything pop and give it that classic Doodlebug vibrancy. I machine stitched a border on the white cardstock, I love the hand-sewn touch added to my layouts.

To create that fun circular focal point, I used the Shadow Box Insert Kit as a guide and started layering stickers and die cuts from the stickers and sprinkles packs provided in the kit. I filled the circle with bees, flowers, honey pots, bears, clouds, and even a hive on a branch. The mix of dimension using foam adhesive, color, and whimsy really brings this cluster to life — it looks like the bees are buzzing right off the page. 

I printed my photo 3' x 4' and backed it with a darker patterned paper to help it stand out against the colorful background. I added the “Sweet Memories” label sticker across the bottom corner of the photo and layered a floral die cut over the photo to disguise the background in the photo.

Below the circle, I added the phrase “You’re So Sweet” from the Chit Chat pack, paired with a green scallop border strip from the This and That sticker sheet to anchor it visually. And of course, I added the stamped date under the photo.

This layout makes me smile every time I look at it — it’s such a happy reminder of a sweet day and was so fun to make. The Bee Happy collection is seriously perfect for spring, summer, or anytime you want to add a little buzz of joy to your projects.

Happy crafting!

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

Bee Happy collection

Bee Happy cardstock pack

OTHER

Vellum

Date stamp

Black ink

Love You More | Good Vibrations collection | Pretty Little Studio

 Hi everyone!

Today I am excited to share this bright and happy layout I created using the Good Vibrations collection from Pretty Little Studio along with a fabulous cut file from CUT to YOU.

I started with a white cardstock base to let all the colorful elements pop. I chose a bold title cut file from CUT to YOU that says "Love You More" and backed just the “MORE” portion with different patterned papers from the Good Vibrations collection. I love how the rainbow tones bring so much energy and fun to the page!

For the photo area, I added a square photo of my partner and myself and layered it with a rainbow frame from the collection. I also used a couple of flair buttons and word die-cuts like “picture perfect,” “love this,” and “the happy life” to highlight the photo and sentiment.

The journaling is tucked into a cute yellow circle, and I used one of the collection’s journaling spots for a handwritten touch. I finished off the layout with a stamped date, a few die-cut hearts for extra love, and some stitching around the border to frame the whole design.

This page came together so easily thanks to the vibrant colors and playful vibe of Good Vibrations. It perfectly captures the cheerful tone of this sweet memory.

Happy creating!

Tarrah x

So Berry Sweet | Berry Sweet collection | Doodlebug Design Inc

Hi creative friends!

The gorgeous Berry Sweet Collection by Doodlebug Design Inc embodies everything we adore about crafting — playful designs, endless possibilities, and a way to celebrate the small, sweet moments in life. It’s versatile enough for all ages and projects, and it invites you to get creative, have fun, and make memories. I documented a sweet photo of my eldest niece, her top that she is wearing in the photo matched the collection perfectly.

I chose a strawberry cut file from CUT to YOU and cut this from white cardstock. I then backed the entire cut file with papers from the 6' x 8' paper pad. I adhered it to a plain sheet of white cardstock using craft foam and placed my photo on the right of the cut file.

I chose some titles from the All The Things ephemera pack and placed them layered over the cut file.  On the right of the photo I placed the super cute strawberry shaker Doodlepop, I love how these really pop on the page! 

Some of the smaller embellishments I added were more of the die-cuts from the All the Things ephemera pack, some border stickers from the This and That sticker sheet and some more of the smaller pieces from the Doodlepops. 

I trimmed down the white cardstock to 11' x 11' and adhered it to the Strawberry Fields patterned paper.

Lastly I stamped the date stamp of when the photo was taken.

Ready to get your hands on the Berry Sweet Collection? Start creating your own slice of sweet, berry-inspired happiness using the Berry Sweet collection today!

Happy crafting!

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

Berry Sweet collection

OTHER

CUT to YOU cut file

Silhouette Cameo machine

Date stamp

Black ink