The 3-2-1 Method and a free project download!

Learn a quick and easy approach to memory keeping in this fun project featuring the Craft On paper packet! This album workshop will guide you through using the 3-2-1 method to make cutting your paper and assembling your album a cinch.

What is the 3-2-1 Method?

This is a formulaic approach to page design. This means that you will follow you follow this formula as you create each page which leaves you have creative freedom to add your own flair when creating your pages. There are just four simple steps to creating pages using the 3-2-1 Method:
  1. Start with a base page 
  2. Add 1", 2" and 3" strips of paper horizontally to the page to create a background design
  3. Layer on top of these your photos
  4. Add decorative elements like stamped images, die cuts and sequins
That's it! Isn't that brilliant?

Sample Project!

To help you get the hang of this method, this post includes a link to download instructions for creating an Everyday Life album (6"x 8" pages) using papers and coordinating products from our Craft On collection.


This guide has complete cutting and assembly directions to complete 20 pages. However, I'd suggest you use the photos of the sample pages for ideas and inspiration. Once you've cut the strips of paper, mix and match them on the pages. Have fun creating pages using the combinations that you love ant that best suit your photos!

Here's a look at a few of the pages made for this project:




What is in the kit?



1 – Craft On Paper Packet (X7245B)
14 – cardstock sheets (1 Black, 1 Carolina, 1 Lemon, 1 Raspberry, 10 White Daisy)
1 – Craft On Complements (X7245C)
10 – Everyday Life™ Memory Protectors™ 6" × 8"
1 – Flip Flaps™ Memory Protectors™ 3" × 4"
3 – Flip Flaps™ Memory Protectors™ 4" × 6"

Download Workshop Instructions

To complete the project as shown, you will also need Crafty Loose Sequins, Fancy Tags Thin Cuts, Basic Circle Thin Cuts (or any 1-1/2" circle punch or die), a paper trimmer, scissors and your favorite adhesives. 

Your completed pages will fit beautifully in one of our Everyday Life albums. Alternatively, you could use 1" rings to make a loose album. Add some ribbon to the rings for decoration!

This workshop is only available through August 31, while supplies last. So ordered your kit today and download the guide so you can learn this fast and easy way to create a beautiful album today!