If your scrapbook pages ever feel a little flat or unbalanced, the problem might not be your supplies—it’s your layout strategy.
Today I’m sharing one of my favorite ways to instantly elevate a page: creating eye-catching clusters using a visual triangle.
In this layout, I used Sketch #21 along with the Beach Boardwalk Designer Series Paper and the Capturing Smiles bundle to bring everything together. This bundle had already sold out and has been restocked. Now I know why! If you’ve had your eye on this bundle or want to re-create this layout with me. Be sure to grab this must have bundle before it sells out again…
Why Clusters Matter
Instead of spreading elements randomly across your page, clustering helps:
✔ Guide the eye naturally
✔ Create balance
✔ Add intentional design
And when you place those clusters in a triangle formation?
That’s when your page really starts to pop.
📸 Bringing Your Embellishments to Life
One of my favorite details in this layout is the camera die.
Instead of leaving it flat, I added small details and layering to give it more personality and dimension—making it feel like a focal point instead of just an embellishment.
🎥 Watch the Full Tutorial
In this video, I walk you through:
- How to recreate the left page of Sketch #21
- How to build clusters that actually stand out
- Tips for making your embellishments (like the camera die) come to life
In my video I talked about the March Online Exclusive PDF.
🎁 Want the FREE Sketch?
This week’s sketch will be sent out to my email subscribers as part of my Friday Freebie.
👉 Make sure you’re on my email list before April 3 at 6:00 PM EST so you don’t miss it!
💬 Your Turn
Do you tend to cluster your embellishments—or place them as you go?
Let me know in the comments!
Happy Crafting!
Holly
