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In “How To Travel Solo,” Sara used a “How To”
recipe for journaling, thenpersonalized it further by adding a large block
of journaling to one of the pages. Sara chose two similar papers (they
don’t have to match!) for this double-page spread and broke up all
of the straight lines by attaching some elements at a slight angle. Since
she was working with a monochromatic look, Sara also inked the edges of
the photos, mats and journaling to add definition and make all of the
elements stand out. For maximum impact, she also kept some elements flush
with the edges of the page, giving it a fresh look often seen in fashion
and style magazine layouts.
Sara shares her designer tip: Journaling is a great way to add content
to your page and to make sure your memories will last a lifetime. When
working in a smaller format like an 8”x8” page, breaking up
your journaling into smaller strips or blocks adds visual punch and maneuverability
to your layout. Also, keep the page visually balanced by spreading your
journaling and photos across two pages. Add numbers and embellishments
that are appropriately sized so they don’t overwhelm the rest of
your layout. This “How To” recipe for journaling is great
for travel pages, but also can be adapted for holiday, kids, or wedding
layouts!
Supplies:
Instructions:
- Mat the photos onto cream cardstock and ink the edges with black.
- Computer journal onto cream cardstock. Cut the journaling into strips
and ink the edges with black. Add two gold brads to the right-hand side
of the page title and two to the left-hand side of the main journaling
as shown.
- Use the light brown linen paper for the
left side of the spread and the dark brown linen paper for the right
side. Arrange the photos and journaling on the background papers, placing
the elements flush with the edges of the background paper.
- Cut out the number squares, leaving a thin edge of cream border around
each one. Layer a number on each journaling strip, placing the numbers
at a slight angle.
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