How to Scrapbook Dark Photos With Bright Paper

In today’s scrapbook layout, I’m sharing how I used bright paper, smart color choices, and a sketchbook design to balance dark photos and create a page that still feels light, happy, and cohesive. Enjoy!

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5 Foolproof Ways to Use Busy Paper for Scrapbooking
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Finally...A New Scrapbooking Mat
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I Tried the New MISTI Lite (Ideas for Busy Paper)
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Ocean Friends dies (retired)
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💖 P H O T O P R I N T I N G 💖
***I often create smaller photos using an app and then print as a 4x6. I have many videos showing different apps, here's a playlist. (My favorite is the PicFrame app):    • Printing Photos  

Epson PictureMate 400 Photo Printer (LOVE IT!)
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Epson T320 Replacement Ink
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Canon 4x6 Photo Paper
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