I used to feel all the time that there was just something missing from my layouts. I looked at others and I just always felt like theirs came together so much better than mine! Well my first lesson was NOT TO COMPARE my work to others so let’s just start there! We do this for ourselves and families and honestly they don’t see what we see but here are a few tips and tricks that I have implemented into my design process!

Go Digital/Hybrid

The first thing that I believe helped my process so much was incorporating DIGITAL!!! I could fuss and fight with my spreads until I got them completely right or how I wanted them without the decision fatigue I got with physical items all surrounding me! This is why I fell in love with Traci’s kits! I am able to size elements exactly how I want them AND use all different size spreads in my albums!

Mix Busy + Basic for Easy Layering

I also feel like learning how to use strong layers like a busy layer complimented with a bold but basic layer like I did here with the green and flower layered worked perfectly to make my photo stand out a bit!

Use a Smaller Color Palette

Lastly picking a smaller color palette has definitely helped with the cohesive look of my layouts! Now kits usually help you with this for the most part BUT Traci’s kit tend to incorporate 5-6 colors into them so I will go through and trying and pick 3 MAIN ones! That doesn’t mean you just can not use other colors like I did with the flower paper!

I hope these three tips and tricks will help your scrapbooking go easier from now on and you will be able to achieve that“professional” look like I strived to do for so long!

Trailblazer Collection

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Trailblazer Bundle

$20.40 $24.00

Trailblazer is for the storytellers who know that strength and softness can coexist. Inspired by wide open skies, wildflowers growing through the cracks, and the kind of courage that comes from forging your own way, this collection brings together rustic textures, bold type, and a sweet but scrappy cowgirl charm. Whether you're documenting a literal hike or an emotional journey, you'll find the perfect mix of grit and grace here.

Inside Trailblazer, you’ll find a beautifully layered palette of denim blues, dusty lilacs, warm clay, and pops of sun-washed gold. Lace and leather, hand-drawn florals, stitched details, and just the right amount of sass set the tone for telling brave stories—big and small. Expect empowering phrases, charming western icons, and versatile elements that work for all seasons of life, from fresh starts to full-circle moments.

Check out the Trailblazer unboxing and example layouts on the blog post HERE

BUNDLE INCLUDES

Trailblazer Digital Kit, Cards #1 & #1, Stickers and Bonus Free Stickers!

BUNDLE DOES NOT INCLUDE

Trailblazer TN Papers + Patterned Cards

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Trailblazer

$9.00

Trailblazer is for the storytellers who know that strength and softness can coexist. Inspired by wide open skies, wildflowers growing through the cracks, and the kind of courage that comes from forging your own way, this collection brings together rustic textures, bold type, and a sweet but scrappy cowgirl charm. Whether you're documenting a literal hike or an emotional journey, you'll find the perfect mix of grit and grace here.

Inside Trailblazer, you’ll find a beautifully layered palette of denim blues, dusty lilacs, warm clay, and pops of sun-washed gold. Lace and leather, hand-drawn florals, stitched details, and just the right amount of sass set the tone for telling brave stories—big and small. Expect empowering phrases, charming western icons, and versatile elements that work for all seasons of life, from fresh starts to full-circle moments.

Check out the Trailblazer unboxing and example layouts on the blog post HERE

DIGITAL KIT INCLUDES:

20 patterned and 10 textured solid 12×12 papers, 6 colored veneer alphabets and 75+ digital embellishments!

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Trailblazer Cards #1

$4.50

Trailblazer is for the storytellers who know that strength and softness can coexist. Inspired by wide open skies, wildflowers growing through the cracks, and the kind of courage that comes from forging your own way, this collection brings together rustic textures, bold type, and a sweet but scrappy cowgirl charm. Whether you're documenting a literal hike or an emotional journey, you'll find the perfect mix of grit and grace here.

Inside Trailblazer, you’ll find a beautifully layered palette of denim blues, dusty lilacs, warm clay, and pops of sun-washed gold. Lace and leather, hand-drawn florals, stitched details, and just the right amount of sass set the tone for telling brave stories—big and small. Expect empowering phrases, charming western icons, and versatile elements that work for all seasons of life, from fresh starts to full-circle moments.

Check out the Trailblazer unboxing and example layouts on the blog post HERE

JOURNAL CARDS INCLUDE:

8 3×4 and 2 4×6 cards on individual .jpg and printable .pdf sheets!

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Trailblazer Cards #2

$4.50

Trailblazer is for the storytellers who know that strength and softness can coexist. Inspired by wide open skies, wildflowers growing through the cracks, and the kind of courage that comes from forging your own way, this collection brings together rustic textures, bold type, and a sweet but scrappy cowgirl charm. Whether you're documenting a literal hike or an emotional journey, you'll find the perfect mix of grit and grace here.

Inside Trailblazer, you’ll find a beautifully layered palette of denim blues, dusty lilacs, warm clay, and pops of sun-washed gold. Lace and leather, hand-drawn florals, stitched details, and just the right amount of sass set the tone for telling brave stories—big and small. Expect empowering phrases, charming western icons, and versatile elements that work for all seasons of life, from fresh starts to full-circle moments.

Check out the Trailblazer unboxing and example layouts on the blog post HERE

JOURNAL CARDS INCLUDE:

8 3×4 and 2 4×6 cards on individual .jpg and printable .pdf sheets!

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Trailblazer Stickers

$6.00

Trailblazer is for the storytellers who know that strength and softness can coexist. Inspired by wide open skies, wildflowers growing through the cracks, and the kind of courage that comes from forging your own way, this collection brings together rustic textures, bold type, and a sweet but scrappy cowgirl charm. Whether you're documenting a literal hike or an emotional journey, you'll find the perfect mix of grit and grace here.

Inside Trailblazer, you’ll find a beautifully layered palette of denim blues, dusty lilacs, warm clay, and pops of sun-washed gold. Lace and leather, hand-drawn florals, stitched details, and just the right amount of sass set the tone for telling brave stories—big and small. Expect empowering phrases, charming western icons, and versatile elements that work for all seasons of life, from fresh starts to full-circle moments.

Check out the Trailblazer unboxing and example layouts on the blog post HERE

STICKERS INCLUDE:

87 digital/printable stickers on individual .png and printable .pdf sheets with and without silhouette and fussy cutting outlines!

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Trailblazer Papers

$4.50

Trailblazer is for the storytellers who know that strength and softness can coexist. Inspired by wide open skies, wildflowers growing through the cracks, and the kind of courage that comes from forging your own way, this collection brings together rustic textures, bold type, and a sweet but scrappy cowgirl charm. Whether you're documenting a literal hike or an emotional journey, you'll find the perfect mix of grit and grace here.

Inside Trailblazer, you’ll find a beautifully layered palette of denim blues, dusty lilacs, warm clay, and pops of sun-washed gold. Lace and leather, hand-drawn florals, stitched details, and just the right amount of sass set the tone for telling brave stories—big and small. Expect empowering phrases, charming western icons, and versatile elements that work for all seasons of life, from fresh starts to full-circle moments.

Check out the Trailblazer unboxing and example layouts on the blog post HERE

PAPERS INCLUDE:

20 patterned and 10 textured solid papers on individual .jpg files!

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Trailblazer TN Papers

$4.50

Trailblazer is for the storytellers who know that strength and softness can coexist. Inspired by wide open skies, wildflowers growing through the cracks, and the kind of courage that comes from forging your own way, this collection brings together rustic textures, bold type, and a sweet but scrappy cowgirl charm. Whether you're documenting a literal hike or an emotional journey, you'll find the perfect mix of grit and grace here.

Inside Trailblazer, you’ll find a beautifully layered palette of denim blues, dusty lilacs, warm clay, and pops of sun-washed gold. Lace and leather, hand-drawn florals, stitched details, and just the right amount of sass set the tone for telling brave stories—big and small. Expect empowering phrases, charming western icons, and versatile elements that work for all seasons of life, from fresh starts to full-circle moments.

Check out the Trailblazer unboxing and example layouts on the blog post HERE

TN PAPERS INCLUDE:

20 patterned and 10 textured solid TN-Sized (4.25×8.25”) papers on individual .jpg and printable .pdf files!

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Trailblazer Patterned Cards

$4.50

Trailblazer is for the storytellers who know that strength and softness can coexist. Inspired by wide open skies, wildflowers growing through the cracks, and the kind of courage that comes from forging your own way, this collection brings together rustic textures, bold type, and a sweet but scrappy cowgirl charm. Whether you're documenting a literal hike or an emotional journey, you'll find the perfect mix of grit and grace here.

Inside Trailblazer, you’ll find a beautifully layered palette of denim blues, dusty lilacs, warm clay, and pops of sun-washed gold. Lace and leather, hand-drawn florals, stitched details, and just the right amount of sass set the tone for telling brave stories—big and small. Expect empowering phrases, charming western icons, and versatile elements that work for all seasons of life, from fresh starts to full-circle moments.

Check out the Trailblazer unboxing and example layouts on the blog post HERE

PATTERNED CARDS INCLUDE:

20 patterns in 3×4, 4×3, 4×6 and 6×4 sizes on individual .jpg and printable .pdf files!

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Three Tips to Level Up Your Scrapbook Pages (Without Comparison Indecision!)

Go Digital/Hybrid

Mix Busy + Basic for Easy Layering

Use a Smaller Color Palette

Trailblazer Collection