Scrapbook Design Idea: Creating a Pattern
- Allison
- Oct 16, 2023
- 1 min read
One of the most fun experiences of using 6x6" paper pads on full size layouts is the challenge of creating larger designs with smaller pieces. On of my go-to concepts is coming up with a pattern.
The pattern on this layout is one I've used many times and it's so easy to customize to different sizes and layout designs. You basically create a square out of strips and alternate the orientation of the strips/squares.
For this layout I used five 1" strips to create 5 x 5" squares. Two of the squares have horizontal strips and two have vertical strips.
To add some texture and dimension to the background I also added some stitched lines on each strip.
This is a pattern that you can use in so many different ways and adjust to different sizes.
You can use different square sizes like:
• 2"
• 3"
• 4"
• 5"
• 6"
You can use different strips sizes like:
• 1/4"
• 1/2"
• 1"
• 2"
• use a variety of strips in different sizes
You can arrange them in different ways like:
• Create large background like the layout shown above.
• Frame a focal photo with 2" squares of four 1/2" strips, alternating the orientation of the strips.
• Line the edge of a group of photos. For example, use three 3 x 4" photos arranged side by side and then use three 3" squares with 1/2" or 1" strips, alternating the orientation of the strips.
You should give this design concept a try! It's perfect for 6x6" papers or those scraps you might have laying around!
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