In this Step by Step Video Tutorial I show you how to make a Larger 8×8 Mini Album using the Crafters Companion Precious Memories Hinge Die. Giving you even more possibilities with your Collection.
Here are the basic measurements you will need to create this album. If you watch my Step by Step Video you will then see how to put it all together ready for you to decorate however you wish.
Cover
Cut 2 A4 Card to 8 ¼” 10 ½” and score in 2” in on 1 long side on both pieces.
Hinge
Die cut 2 hinges from the collection and then attach double sided tape to both hinges and then score each one as to stick them.
Cut Card 8” x 3 ½” and score in at ¾” on both sides at the short end.
Cut Double Adhesive sheet to 8” x 1 7/8” and stick to the centre of this card. Then cut 2 more strips of ¾” x 8” and stick to the wings.
Pages
Cut 6 pages from Card 8” x8”.
Stick double sided adhesive to one end and corner round the other 2 corners.
Papers
Outside Cover – Cut 2 at 8 ¼” x 8” and 1 at 1 7/8” x 8”
Inside Cover – Cut 2 at 8 ¼” x 8”
Pages – Cut 12 at 7 ¾” x 7 ¾”
Extra Half Flaps
Cut 4 card at 5 ¾” x 4” and Cut 4 papers at 5 ½” x 3 ¾”
Cards for inside Flaps
Cut 4 cards at 5 ¾” x 3 ¼”
Cut 4 papers at 5 ½” x 3”
Cut 4 white papers 5 ½” x 3”
Photo Mats
From white paper Cut 16 at 5 ¾” x 3 ¾” and punch decorative corners if you wish.
Thank you. Another fantastic video. I learn so much from you.
I will have a go making this album, once I get all my family ‘s and friends’ birthday cards out of the way. Your instructions are so clear and easy to follow. Thank you, Dawn
What type of paper and weight do you use for cover spine and pages. Do you only glue one sheet of paper to the spine tabs or one sheet on each side? Thank you for such a beautiful book that you made and for the tutorial.
Hi Belinda, the Cardstock I have used is 280gsm and the Patterned Paper is 230gsm. I also use Collall Glue as it sets really well and adds another layer making the book sturdy. The decorative spine tabs I add one piece of Cardstock too to create half page flap pockets.
Thank you so much for this informative video. Your instructions and demonstrations are such a big help to me – a lot of times I don’t know where to start. Thank you again.
LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS. THANK YOU SO MUCH.
I love to watch you make these albums it inspires me to make some myself and because of your video I will be purchasing the crafters companion set
Hi again Dawn🤗I just finished the 5×7 album using the Lily collection CC papers and made some flowers and fancy fonts for putter cover and I love it ty so much. You do great videos. Still waiting for two of the elements to come in that go with the mini album. But until then this 8×8 is awesome and I will be starting it in the morning. One ? If that’s ok. Once we make the albums inspired by you are we allowed to sell them in our online shops? Ty either way! Also is there a way to contribute monthly to your channel? God Bless you and yours!
Hi Dawn – quick question – if you dont have a hinges die, what are the score marks to use please?
Thank you
Anita
Hi Anita, I would do 1/4″ 1/2″ 1/2″ 1/4″ 1/2″ 1/2″ 1/4″ etc etc Hope this helps?
Thank you. You made this look so easy. Can’t wait to make some.
Hi Dawn
I watch your tutorials often and love the way you explain everything so clearly. I especially love the albums and have just completed my first one which I have to say has turned out beautifully. I’m hooked!
Regards
Sharon Carney
I have just discovered your you tube video. Oh my goodness, this is just what I needed. Thank you so much for your easy to follow And clear instructions.
I shall be following you from now on.
Karen
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