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Christmas Freebies from Me to You | Journaling & Filler Cards for Pocket Pages

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It’s time for another freebie, don’t you think?  As I am working on my December Daily this year, I keep coming up with ideas for journaling and filler cards so I made some, and now I am sharing them with you.  get these two 4×6 grid journaling cards by clicking here. The two cards come on a PDF sheet and you can print on your choice of color cardstock. I am partial to white or kraft myself.

Are you looking for more Christmas Holiday papers and supplies? Check out these printable designs we found on Etsy.

Check out these other Christmas-themed posts for project ideas and tutorials for Holiday Scrapbooking and check out our Christmas Crafts & DIY Facebook group.

 

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Looking for more Art Journal supplies? Check these out on Etsy.

These coordinating 3×4 cards are a free download for Facebook fans. You can get them here

If you do use these cards, I’d love to see, so leave me a link to your albums!

Comments

  1. I have tried to download your 4×6 filler cards for pocket pages (Xmas)….. seen on Craft Gossip website and can only get the 3×4 download to come up. Even though it says its the 4×6 it’s the one to click for that.
    Am I missing something?

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10 Modern Rainbow Scrapbook Layout Templates for Single Photos

There’s something wonderfully uplifting about rainbow-themed scrapbook pages — they add instant joy, a sense of hope, and that lovely feeling of “better days ahead.” But not everyone wants the classic curved rainbow we all grew up drawing in kindergarten. Modern scrapbookers are leaning into geometric rainbows, with clean arches, bold shapes, layered semi-circles, and minimalist lines. And honestly, they look stunning on a page.

This new set of 10 single-photo scrapbook layout sketches combines that modern rainbow aesthetic with simple, clean design ideas that are perfect for everyday memory-keeping. Whether you’re documenting a milestone, a quiet moment, a favourite snapshot, or even a healing chapter of your life, these layouts allow the rainbow to act as a symbolic backdrop without overwhelming the page.

Each layout includes space for one photo — because sometimes that ONE image tells the whole story.

Use these rainbow sketches for:
 • kids’ artwork and school photos
 • birthdays
 • bright outdoor memories
 • “first day / last day” pages
 • mental health or personal growth journaling
 • celebration of small wins
 • Pride-themed layouts
 • baby and toddler albums
 • anything that feels colourful, hopeful, or meaningful

Here’s a look at what you’ll find in this modern geometric set:

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 Layout 1 – Half-Rainbow Arch Behind a Central Photo
 Simple, bold, and great for patterned paper lovers.

Layout 2 – Layered Semi-Circle Stack
 A modern twist that looks incredible with textured cardstock or tone-on-tone colours.

Layout 3 – Offset Rainbow Bands + Journaling Strip
 Asymmetrical but balanced — perfect for candid photos.

Layout 4 – Triple Geometric Arches in a Vertical Column
 A clean, fresh layout with lots of white space.

Layout 5 – Bold Oversized Rainbow + Minimal Embellishment
 Your photo becomes the centrepiece while the rainbow adds gentle framing.

Layout 6 – Rainbow Layer Cluster Behind a Tilted Photo
 Adds instant movement and energy.

Layout 7 – Concentric Semi-Circle Trio + Title Banner
 Very modern and perfect for scrapbooking boys, teens, and minimalist pages.

Layout 8 – Soft Arched Shapes + Bottom Journaling Panel
 A gentle, calming design ideal for quiet or meaningful stories.

Layout 9 – Rainbow Block Background
 A more graphic layout that uses straight-edged shapes inspired by rainbow palettes.

Layout 10 – Chunky Rainbow With Clean Title Placement
 A bold design that’s perfect for showcasing a favourite photograph.

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 How to Use These Modern Rainbow Sketches

  • Use tone-on-tone papers for a subtle, sophisticated look
     • Try patterned paper for rainbow bands — stripes, dots, grids, or watercolour prints
     • Keep embellishments minimal to let the geometric shapes shine
     • Add stitching (real or faux) along the arches for texture
     • Use cardstock scraps to create a rainbow without cutting into new sheets
     • Match your colours to the emotion of the photo — bright for happy moments, muted for reflective ones

What I love most about modern rainbow layouts is how versatile they are. These designs can feel playful, peaceful, bold, or soft depending on your colour choices. And because each sketch only uses one photo, you can easily create a whole rainbow-themed album without feeling creatively overwhelmed.

If you use these sketches, tag CraftGossip on Facebook or Instagram — I adore seeing how you all interpret these designs in your own style.