The summers you'll want to remember
Sticky popsicle fingers. Sandy car rides home. The night everyone stayed up late to watch the fireworks. Summer goes by in a blur, and the little moments are the first to fade.
A summer scrapbook holds onto them. Whether the season is just starting or you're finally sitting down with this year's photos, here's an easy, joyful way to make one, even if you've never scrapbooked before.
Choose your scrapbook style
Start with the end in mind: what will you love flipping through on a snowy day years from now?
6×8 pocket page album
Slip your prints into pockets and you're done. Beautiful, organized, and easy to keep up with all summer long.
- 3×4 prints for everyday candids
- 4×6 prints for your favorite shots
- 6×8 prints for big group photos and events
Best for: the photo lover with hundreds of pictures, or anyone who likes a clean look.
Summer smash book
Tape, tuck, doodle, and write. A custom A5 journal gives you room for photos and the stories behind them.
- 2×2 mini prints to tuck in everywhere
- 4×6 prints for everyday favorites
- 5×7 prints for the moments that matter most
Best for: journalers and creatives who love an eclectic, layered look.
Capture the moments
The best scrapbook photos aren't perfect. They're real. A few simple tips help them print as beautifully as you remember.
Beach days
Bright sun and sparkling water can trick your camera. Here's how to get glowing beach photos on your phone.
Beach photo tips →Fireworks nights
Catch the sparkle and the faces lit up beneath it, with a few easy settings.
Fireworks photo tips →Perfect lighting
A quick exposure tweak keeps faces from looking too dark or washed out in summer light.
Exposure tips →Tip: Start a shared album with family and friends so everyone's photos land in one place. Some of the best moments are the ones someone else captured.
Print & design your pages
There's no wrong way to do this. Pick the rhythm that fits your summer.
Month by month
Write things down while they're fresh. A simple spread each month captures favorite activities, little wins, and the funny things the kids said.
Event by event
Finish each trip or celebration within a week. Photos, ticket stubs, and notes all go together while the memory is still warm.
A summer scrapbook day
Save it all for one cozy day in late August or September. Put on your summer playlist and relive every song-filled road trip as you create.
Planning a scrapbook day? Order your prints at least a week ahead so they're in your hands when inspiration strikes.
Keep the ticket stubs
The wristband from the water park. The postcard from Grandma's. The menu from that one perfect dinner. These little pieces bring the whole day rushing back.
- Tape them in. Or make a little envelope pocket in your smash book.
- Slip them in a pocket page. Most tickets fit a 6×8; fold bigger pieces to tuck in.
- Trim them down. Keep just the most meaningful part.
- Take a photo. Too big to keep? A print preserves the memory.
Make it easy with a scrapbook kit
Coordinated papers, stickers, ephemera, and journal cards, all chosen for you. A kit makes starting your album feel easy and fun.
Postcards & Petals
Soft florals and travel touches for road trips and garden memories.
Shop the kit →Summer scrapbook FAQ
What size photos are best for a summer scrapbook?
For a 6×8 pocket album, mix 3×4, 4×6, and 6×8 prints. For a smash book or journal, try 2×2 mini prints with a few 4×6 and 5×7 favorites.
I've never scrapbooked before. Where do I start?
Pick one format, print your favorite photos, and start with a scrapbook kit. The papers and stickers are already coordinated, so you can focus on the memories.
Is it too late to make a scrapbook of this summer?
Not at all. Many people save it for a cozy scrapbook day in the fall. Your photos and memories will be waiting for you whenever you're ready.
These are the days
The barefoot afternoons and late-night laughs feel ordinary now. Someday they'll be the pages your family reaches for again and again. Social media isn't photo storage. Your scrapbook is.
Your pictures matter. Your memories matter. Print them.
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