Traci Reed: Idle Hours 12x12 Layout with the Nordic Nights Collection
I created this fun 12x12 layout using the Nordic Nights Scrapbooking Kit + Nordic Nights 12x12 Papers and Nordic Nights Pocket Card Kit to highlight the coziness of the winter patterns in the collection through a quilt-inspired design. The standout feature is thepaper triangle background, made by cutting squares of patterned paper into diagonals and arranging them in rows. I alternate light and dark prints to create contrast, while stitching between the rows adds texture and a hand-crafted touch.
Design principles play a key role in making this layout cohesive. The contrast between patterns brings depth, while balance is achieved by centering the photo and surrounding it with embellishments. The repetition of triangular shapes ties the design together, and small clusters of journaling cards and snowflake elements draw attention to the heart of the layout—the memory being documented.
Finishing details like the “Everyday Ordinary Life” chipboard and the “Let’s enjoy every idle hour” journaling card enhance the layout’s reflective vibe. The triangle technique is simple to execute and visually striking, making it perfect for showcasing the beautiful papers in the Nordic Nights kit.
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