3 Favourite Layouts from 2025 | Pretty Little Studio

 Happy New Year creative friends!

As we step into 2026, I wanted to share 3 of my absolute favourite 12' x 12' layouts that I created this year for Pretty Little Studio, I had so much fun playing with these gorgeous products. Let’s dive in!

'Smile' layout was created with the Savannah Dreams Collection

'Remember This Moment' layout was created with the Grateful Heart Collection

'Beautiful Inside and Out' layout was created with the Sunkissed Collection

In looking at these projects, it makes me happy that I have documented some favourite photos with some gorgeous Pretty Little Studio collections!

Thanks so much for stopping by today!

Tarrah x

Winter Fun | Snow Much Fun collection | Doodlebug Design Inc

Happy New Year creative friends! 

When winter rolls around, it’s the perfect excuse to dive into cool colors and playful patterns—and the Snow Much Fun collection by Doodlebug Design Inc delivers exactly that. This collection is packed with cheerful winter colors and the cutest little characters—perfect for documenting those chilly adventures!

For this page, I started with a soft snowflake-patterned background to set the wintery scene. Then, I created a vertical strip design using 3 different patterned papers. I love mixing patterns, and the variety of papers makes it so easy with its playful plaids, polka dots, and snowflake prints in shades of blue, purple, and mint. To add extra interest, I distressed along the edges of each strip for a textured touch.

The photo takes center stage, framed by a layer of patterned paper from the 6'x 6' paper pad and accented with sweet embellishments. I couldn’t resist adding the little girl die-cut bundled up in her winter gear and ice skates—she’s just too cute and mimics my photo! Around the photo, I tucked in some snowy trees and a penguin Doodlepop for that whimsical winter vibe.

For the title, I used the large 'Winter' title die-cut and the separate 'Fun' banner die-cut, popping it up with foam adhesive for dimension. A few snowflake die-cuts scattered around the page add movement and tie everything together. To finish, I stamped the date, added some white mist sprinkles and added a small sticker that reads 'Winter Wonderland'—because that’s exactly what this day felt like!

This layout came together so quickly thanks to the coordinated elements in the Snow Much Fun collection. If you’re looking for a way to capture your snowy memories, this line is an absolute must-have!

Happy crafting!

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

8371 Snow Much Fun Chit Chat pack

8372 Snow Much Fun Bits & Pieces pack

8370 Snow Much Fun Odds & Ends pack

8376 Snow Much Fun This & That Sticker sheet

8374 Snow Much Fun 6' x 6' paper pad

8383 Snow Much Fun Frozen Flurry 12' x 12' patterned paper

8380 Snow Much Fun All Bundled Up 12' x 12' patterned paper

8382 Snow Much Fun Frosted Friends 12' x 12' patterned paper

8379 Snow Much Fun Snow Much Fun 12' x 12' patterned paper

8347 Snow Much Fun Snow Colorful Shape Sprinkles

8357 Snow Much Fun Penguin Pals Doodle-Pop 

8102 Doodlebug Twine Swimming Pool

OTHER

Date stamp

Black ink

White mist

Edge Distresser

All the Cozy Things | January Fox Box | Bramble Fox

Hi creative friends! 

This scrapbook layout is all about All the Things—the little moments, the comfy details, and the feeling of being wrapped up in togetherness. Using gorgeous items from the January Fox Box by Bramble Fox, I wanted to document a simple but meaningful memory through a lens of warmth, comfort, and home.

The navy perspextive 'All the Things' title, layered with a small 'cozy' word sticker, anchors the page at the bottom, grounding the layout and tying the theme together. Adding that single word sticker opened the door to incorporating so many of the January Fox Box Perspextives and Paper Snips, since they all tie so beautifully into a cozy, at-home theme. It’s a reminder of the laughter, the snuggles, the quiet moments, and the joy found in everyday comfort.

What I love most about my layout is how it celebrates all the cozy things without feeling heavy. The colour palette—muted teals, warm rusts, soft creams, and golden yellows—feels inviting and nostalgic. Icons like the fireplace, slippers, scarves, and stacked books instantly bring that “let’s stay home” feeling to life.

The design naturally flows in a soft wreath shape, which felt perfect for this theme. It creates a visual hug around the page, leaving open space in the centre for the photo and journaling to breathe. From mugs of tea and knitted hats, to books, florals, and cozy phrases, every embellishment adds to the story of slowing down and enjoying the season.

If you love storytelling through layers, thoughtful embellishments, and cohesive themes, the January Fox Box is full of pieces that make it easy to capture those meaningful moments—all the things that matter most.

Thank you so much for stopping by today!

Happy creating and Merry Christmas!!

Tarrah x

Christmas Tree | Oh What Fun collection | Doodlebug Design Inc

Looking for a festive and colourful holiday craft to decorate your home with? This cute Christmas Tree project is the perfect way to add a pop of cheer to your seasonal décor! Using the vibrant and gorgeous Oh What Fun collection by Doodlebug Design Inc, I created a whimsical tree that’s full of bright colours, personality and charm.

Step x step Instructions:

Prepare Your Base

Start with a foam cone shape as your tree base. This will give your project structure and make layering easy.

Create Colorful Layers

Punch or cut scalloped strips from the patterned papers in the 6' x 8' paper pad in the Oh What Fun collection. These bright, playful designs are perfect for creating a rainbow effect!
Begin at the bottom of the cone and work your way up, overlapping each layer slightly for a full, textured look. I used 2 different size and shaped scalloped border punches to create mine and I adhered the paper strips to the cone using a mix of double sided tape and wet glue. 

Add Festive Details

Once your tree is covered in scalloped layers, decorate with die-cut ornaments, stickers, and sprinkles from the collection. Mix and match shapes and colours for a fun, eclectic vibe. I used pieces from the Bits and Pieces, Odds and Ends, Chit Chat pack, DoodlePops and the This and That sticker sheet. I used foam tape on some of the embellishments to help make them pop off the tree!

Top It Off
Finish your tree with a star or a standout embellishment at the top. A glittery star sticker or a layered paper star works beautifully! I used 2 of the transparent star pieces from the Odds and Ends pack and layered a star sticker over the top.

Personalize It

Add a sentiment like “Merry Christmas” around the base using the collection’s word stickers or cut-apart pieces. This adds a sweet finishing touch. I chose the red and white Merry Christmas banner from the Chit Chat pack.

Gift puffy stickers were placed at the bottom of the tree and once I was happy with how the tree looked, I added some glitter glue (Kindyglitz) to the edges of the scallop paper pieces for a touch of sparkle!

This foam Christmas tree was not only easy to make but also a great way to showcase the playful patterns and colours of the gorgeous Oh What Fun collection. It’s perfect for:

• Christmas table centrepieces
• Mantel or home décor
• A handmade gift for someone special

Thank you so much for stopping by the Doodlebug blog today and for your support all year! I wish you and your family a safe, healthy and Merry Christmas.

Happy crafting!

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

8981 Oh What Fun Chit Chat pack

8982 Oh What Fun Bits & Pieces pack

8980 Oh What Fun Odds & Ends pack

8986 Oh What Fun This & That Sticker Sheet

8966 Oh What Fun Puffy Stickers Icons

8984 Oh What Fun 6' x 8' paper pad

8954 Oh What Fun Christmas Eve Shape Sprinkles

8961 Oh What Fun Doodle-Pop Deer Friends

OTHER

Foam cone shape

Scalloped border punches

Kindyglitz

Celebrate December | Bramble Fox

Hi creative friends, 

There’s something magical about putting together a Christmas layout, and this project might be one of my favourites of the season! Today I’m sharing a bright and joyful Christmas page featuring a navy December perspextive title from Bramble Fox, paired with the Oh What Fun collection by Pinkfresh Studio.These products truly feel like they were made for each other—fresh colours, playful icons, and plenty of festive charm.

I began the layout by building everything around my Christmas tree photo and the gorgeous December perspextive title. Its bold navy colour and smooth acrylic finish create instant impact at the top of the page. I tucked a soft script word—celebrate—just above it for an extra layer of texture without overpowering the statement piece. The combination adds the perfect title to the design.

On the left side of the layout, I enhanced the cascading wall of ornaments on the patterned paper by adding the Festive Ornaments perspextives to them. The variety of shapes, colours, and patterns gives the page so much movement! I staggered the pieces to make them feel like they’re dangling from the pine boughs illustrated at the top corner. A few gold stars and gold twine bows add sparkle and dimension, tying everything together beautifully.

To the right of the photo, I layered a tag, enamel dots, a sweet ballerina perspextive ornament, and small die-cut icons for added detail. These little moments of decoration help balance the busy ornament cluster on the left while keeping the layout cohesive.

My tip: Use foam adhesive under nearby paper pieces to match the dimension of the acrylic—this creates a smooth visual flow and helps the title sit naturally on the page.

Every element—colours, shapes, textures, and layers—work together to highlight the joy and magic of December. The combination of the December perspextive title and the Christmas collection creates such a fresh, modern holiday look, and I absolutely love how this layout turned out.

If you're looking to document your own festive memories, these products are a perfect match for creating pages that sparkle with joy and story-telling charm.

Thanks for joining me today! Happy creating!

Tarrah x

Our Christmas Tree | Sugar Plum collection | Pretty Little Studio

 Hi creative friends, 

The Christmas season is the perfect time to capture those magical moments, and what better way to do it than with a stunning scrapbook layout? Today, I’m sharing a design that combines mixed media techniques with the beautiful Sugar Plum collection by Pretty Little Studio. This layout celebrates the heart of Christmas—our tree!

The layout is created by layering scalloped strips of patterned paper from the Sugar Plum collection. These strips cascade down the page in shades of pink, red, and white that draws the eye straight to the centerpiece photo of our beautifully decorated Christmas tree.

To add depth and texture, I started with a white cardstock base and applied a soft watercolor wash in pink tones behind the tree shape. A few splatters of red ink give the page a playful, festive vibe. This subtle mixed media background enhances the patterned layers without overpowering them.

The Sugar Plum collection shines through in the details:

Die-cut words like Joy and Love add a heartfelt touch.

Tiny icons—candy canes, ornaments, and snowflakes—are sprinkled throughout for extra charm.

A bold title, “Our Christmas Tree,” anchors the design and balances the photo.

The photo itself is framed with coordinating patterned paper, making it pop against the layers.

The combination of structured layers and free-flowing mixed media creates a dynamic, eye-catching design. The Sugar Plum collection provides the perfect palette of reds, pinks, and whimsical holiday motifs, making this layout both festive and elegant.

To complete the layout, I added:

Labels and tabs for journaling and dates.

Dimensional elements like foam adhesive under some strips for a layered effect.

A mix of hearts and festive phrases to tie everything together.

Thanks so much for stopping by today! I hope you get to enjoy some crafty time this Christmas season!

Happy creating!

Tarrah x

Ho Ho Ho | Oh What Fun collection | Doodlebug Design Inc

Hi creative friends, 

Christmas is the perfect time to get creative, and today I’m sharing a festive layout that will make your memories shine! Using the super cute and gorgeous Oh What Fun Collection by Doodlebug Design Inc, I created a playful Christmas tree design that’s bursting with colour, cheer, and adorable details.

Instead of a traditional tree, I built a tree shape using stickers and embellishments from the Chit Chat, Odds and Ends, Bits and Pieces packs, This and That stickers, Shape Sprinkles, Puffy stickers and of course some Doodle Pops! This design draws the eye straight to the center where the photo sits, making it the star of the show while surrounded by holiday magic.

Base & Background: I started with a crisp white cardstock background framed with a bright red patterned paper for a pop of color.

Tree Shape: The tree is formed by layering gift box die-cuts and stickers in a triangular arrangement. Each piece adds texture and dimension, creating a fun stacked-present look. I adhered 90% of the embellishments using foam tape to create that dimension and shadows. 

Photo Placement: The photo is nestled in the center of the tree, framed by cheerful elements like candy canes, bows, and gingerbread characters.

The Oh What Fun Collection is packed with gorgeous whimsical icons—elves, ornaments, toys, gingerbread people, stars, and sweet treats. I added:

Doodle-Pops for a 3D effect.

Shape Sprinkles and Puffy stickers to fill in gaps and add pops of color.

A star sticker at the top to complete the tree look.

A festive light garland die-cut topped with Shape Sprinkles to enhance it across the top of the page for extra holiday charm.

To tie everything together, I added a stitched border around the layout and a playful “Merry Christmas” sentiment at the bottom. The result? A bright, joyful page that captures the spirit of the season.

I love how this layout turned out and I love that it’s a creative way to showcase a single photo while using up lots of fun embellishments. Plus, the tree shape makes it instantly festive!

Thanks for stopping by today, I hope you get some time to craft this holiday season! Why not start by using the Oh What Fun collection?! You will love it!

Happy crafting!

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

8981 Oh What Fun Chit Chat pack

8982 Oh What Fun Bits & Pieces pack

8980 Oh What Fun Odds & Ends pack

8986 Oh What Fun This & That Sticker Sheet

8966 Oh What Fun Puffy Stickers Icons

8953 Oh What Fun Snow What Fun Shape Sprinkles

8952 Oh What Fun Christmas Lights Shape Sprinkles

8959 Oh What Fun Doodle-Pop Merry & Bright

8960 Oh What Fun Doodle-Pop Santa's Elves

8958 Oh What Fun Doodle-Pop Hello Santa

8957 Oh What Fun Doodle-Pop Playful Pixies

8956 Oh What Fun Doodle-Pop Jolly Gingers

8962 Oh What Fun Doodle-Pop Santa's On His Way

8961 Oh What Fun Doodle-Pop Deer Friends

8998 Oh What Fun 'Here Comes Santa' patterned paper

OTHER

Date stamp

Black ink

Foam tape

White cardstock

Sewing machine

White thread

Merry & Bright Tag Album | Oh What Fun collection | Doodlebug Design Inc

Hi creative friends!

The holiday season is the perfect time to get creative, and what better way to capture the joy of Christmas than with a colorful tag album? Using the gorgeous Oh What Fun collection I made a cheerful keepsake that’s full of personality and festive charm!

To make the album extra special, I turned the front tag into a shaker pocket. I used the Christmas Magic acetate to create the window and filled the pocket with the Christmas confetti shakers—tiny circles move around freely when you shake it, to keep it all inside I machine stitched around the edge and added a gold metal eyelet to the top. This interactive element adds so much fun and dimension to the album and makes it the perfect eye-catching cover.

I flipped the 'Spots of Cheer' paper to the ‘B’ side and cut out the tag shapes. Cutting out each tag gave me 6 mini canvases to work on individually.

Once the tags were cut, I decorated each one using tone-on-tone embellishments. This means I matched the embellishments to the color of the tag—pink accents on pink tags, green on green, and so on. This technique creates a cohesive look while still letting each tag shine individually.

I layered stickers, die-cuts, and borders from the collection, adding dimension with Doodle-Pops and a few enamel dots for sparkle. The result is a vibrant, coordinated set of tags that feel festive but not cluttered, I added a metal ring through the top to keep the tags altogether, I then added the Christmas tree charm and some ribbons to finish it off.

Tag albums are a fun and versatile way to document memories or create a mini gift. They’re small, easy to assemble, and allow you to play with layers, textures, and embellishments without the pressure of a full scrapbook layout.

This tag album was not only fun to make but it's also a wonderful way to celebrate the season. The Oh What Fun Collection truly lives up to its name with its vibrant colors and whimsical designs!

Happy crafting!

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

8981 Oh What Fun Chit Chat pack

8982 Oh What Fun Bits & Pieces pack

8980 Oh What Fun Odds & Ends pack

8986 Oh What Fun This & That Sticker Sheet

8969 Oh What Fun Jolly Jingle Charming Clip and Keychain

8967 Oh What Fun Puffy Stickers Words

8966 Oh What Fun Puffy Stickers Icons

8959 Oh What Fun Doodle-Pop Merry & Bright

8963 Oh What Fun Shakers Christmas Confetti

8984 Oh What Fun 6' x 8' paper pad

8990 Oh What Fun 'Spot of Cheer' patterned paper

8987 Oh What Fun 'Christmas Magic' acetate paper

OTHER

Ribbons

Date stamp

Black ink

Metal ring

Sewing machine

White cotton thread

Gold eyelet 

Crop-A-Dile

Trick Or Treat | Goosebumps collection | Pretty Little Studio

 Hi creative friends, 

Halloween is one of the most exciting times to get creative with your scrapbooking, and the Goosebumps collection by Pretty Little Studio is perfect for capturing those spooky, fun-filled memories! Today, I’m sharing a layout that combines bold patterns, playful tags, and festive embellishments to bring the Halloween spirit to life.

Striking Border: The layout features a geometric border in navy and orange that frames the page beautifully, adding structure and a pop of color.

Tag Cluster: At the center, a trio of tags steals the show. Each tag showcases unique designs from the Goosebumps collection—think spider webs, pumpkins, and bold typography like “Trick or Treat.” These tags create a layered, dimensional look that draws the eye to the focal point.

Playful Elements: A large spider graphic and a colorful pumpkin embellishment add a touch of whimsy. The spider web detail in the top corner, complete with a 3D spider accent, gives the page a fun, spooky vibe.

Color Palette: Orange, teal, navy, and black combine for a festive yet balanced Halloween theme.

Finishing Touches: Black ink splatters scattered across the background add texture and movement, making the page feel lively and artistic.

Start with a Strong Border: Use patterned paper strips or Goosebumps border designs to frame your layout. Stick to Halloween colors like orange, navy, and black for a cohesive look.

Create a Tag Cluster: Choose 2–3 tags from the collection and layer them behind your photo. Mix patterns and text-based designs for variety.

Add Dimension: Use foam adhesive behind tags and embellishments to give your layout depth. This makes the elements pop off the page.

Incorporate Iconic Motifs: Spiders, pumpkins, and webs are classic Halloween symbols. Add die-cuts or stickers from the Goosebumps collection to reinforce the theme.

Balance Your Colors: Distribute orange and teal accents evenly across the page so the design feels harmonious.

Finish with Texture: Splatter black ink or paint lightly across the background for an artsy, spooky effect. This adds movement without overwhelming the design.

Personalize It: Swap in your own Halloween photo and adjust embellishments to match your story—whether it’s trick-or-treating, a costume party, or pumpkin carving.

Thanks so much for stopping by today, hope you had a great Halloween and have some spooky memories to document! The Goosebumps collection would be perfect to document your memories!

Happy creating!

Tarrah x