Hear Me Out & Pass the Scissors - A Scrapbooking Podcast

In this episode of Hear Me Out! Pass the Scissors, Nicole and Lisa are looking back at some of their own scrapbook layouts and YouTube videos to see how closely our opinions matched the analytics. We talk about our personal favorite scrapbook layouts, projects we were convinced would be a hit that completely tanked, surprise videos that performed much better than expected, and the layouts we somehow managed to call correctly. We also talk about YouTube views, subscribers, thumbnails, design team content, scrapbook hops, and why the amount of time and effort we put into a layout doesn't always translate into success online. Along the way, we share some of the scrapbook layouts and videos that taught us the most, including a few that still leave us wondering, “Why did THAT one do so well?” Whether you're a scrapbooker, a YouTube creator, or just curious about what happens behind the scenes of creating scrapbook content, grab your scissors and hear us out!

Playlist with all the videos from this episode: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSTKWVr3pN3E

Facebook Live for October Overload: https://youtu.be/QUJFbQ0gr00

Life in Layouts Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lifeinlayoutslounge

Google Form: https://forms.gle/PVdxQjW2oFtbDmXXA

0:00 Intro

0:01:46 Personal Favorites

0:10:15 We thought you would love it

0:14:07 Surprise Hits

0:21:13 We Called it

0:24:40 Honorable Mentions

0:34:17 October Overload

0:35:39 More Layouts

0:50:01 Wrapping up the layouts

0:51:52 6k and House

1:01:30 Wrapping Up

Lisa and Nicole are back for Season 3 of Hear Me Out! Pass the Scissors after taking the summer off, and they have a lot to catch up on. In this episode, the scrapbook podcast duo shares personal updates from their summer, including changes to their creative businesses, YouTube channels, and everyday lives, before diving into three major topics affecting the scrapbooking and crafting community: the disruption surrounding Notions and its warehouse, changes to Stampin’ Up! and what they could mean for demonstrators, and upcoming YouTube monetization changes in 2027. Lisa and Nicole share what they have learned, offer their opinions, discuss the importance of researching industry news, and give practical tips for creators who are working toward YouTube monetization and the 4,000 watch-hour threshold. Whether you scrapbook, create content, run a creative business, or simply enjoy keeping up with the crafting industry, this Season 3 premiere is a casual catch-up packed with real-life stories, creator conversations, industry news, and plenty of “hear us out” moments.

Google Form: https://forms.gle/PVdxQjW2oFtbDmXXA

Life in Layouts Designs Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJ4i9OjUikIc

Purchase here: https://sawdustbysmith.com/collections/life-in-layouts-designs

Lisa’s Cat Layout: https://youtu.be/JZc0Ey7EXi4

Notions

https://youtu.be/FRBWHYq1BKc?si=Ql65RWrOYI53VpGh

Stampin Up

https://youtu.be/sA8z_tYpbk4?si=d36TyaArGTn6Ibdf

YouTube

https://youtu.be/VVNjAQyxOac?si=Xf-082lj8ZsjkBZd

https://youtu.be/XbL9lXREWWg?si=Z-CRfruCJ6PyHNZh

https://youtu.be/XbL9lXREWWg?si=Z-CRfruCJ6PyHNZh

0:0:00 Intro

0:1:28 Lisa’s Update

0:23:05 Nicole’s Update

0:30:33 Our Summer Break

0:35:42 Industry Update

0:36:51 Notion

0:50:52 Stampin Up

1:00:25 YouTube

1:13:25 October Overload

In the Season 2 finale of Hear Me Out and Pass the Scissors, Lisa and Nicole tackle one of their biggest "what if" questions yet: What if they had to start over from scratch? Imagine losing every scrapbook supply, tool, album, photo organization system, YouTube channel, design team connection, and follower overnight. What would they buy first? What would they never purchase again? Would they still scrapbook Disney, create double-page layouts, create scenes or even start a YouTube channel? Join them as they reflect on the lessons they've learned about scrapbooking, content creation, organization, and creativity while sharing the mistakes they'd avoid, the tools they couldn't live without, and the advice they'd give to their beginner selves. Whether you're new to scrapbooking or have been preserving memories for decades, this heartfelt and inspiring season finale is packed with practical tips, honest conversation, and encouragement for every memory keeper.

Google Form: https://forms.gle/PVdxQjW2oFtbDmXXA

Lisa’s Disney Passholder Pocket Page Series: https://youtu.be/yX6srZ4uffA

S2: E5 - Hear Me Out and Pass the Scissors... A Printer Changed Our Scrapbooking (Was It Worth It?) https://youtu.be/GsAgdXxKXZY

Nicole’s Video on the Printer: https://youtu.be/4RmTzTh61mQ?si=C7GXrfZWqYmkIp5N

Lisa’s We can just stay home layout: https://youtu.be/k1prv3feMOY?si=jS-jTw9PN0Vpfzxt

S2: E6 - Hear Me Out and Pass the Scissors...What Makes a Scrap Space Work?: https://youtu.be/2yJn4eb9cng

S2: E2 - Hear Me Out and Pass the Scissors...Crops Are More About People Than Layouts: https://youtu.be/SfSfJOq8DsM

00:00:00 Intro

00:01:47 Questions from fans

00:02:57 Rules for this episode

00:3:36 Would we start over?

00:04:52 First collection we would purchase

00:09:47 Paper Trimmers

00:14:09 Printer

00:14:37 Would not purchase again

00:18:54 What would our scrapbooking looking like

00:25:23 Printing at home

00:28:25 Stitching on Layouts

00:29:43 How many photos on a layout

00:31:18 Reddit

00:36:47 Would we restart on YT channel

00:38:04 Photo Organization

00:48:30 Furniture we would purchase

00:52:29 Three Truths we have learn

01:03:50 Metal Dies

01:06:08 We want to hear from you!

01:06:38 Wrap up Season 2

In this episode of Hear Me Out and Pass the Scissors, Lisa and Nicole challenge the idea that scrapbookers always need new inspiration. Instead, they share the sketches, sketch bundles, classes, and creative resources they return to again and again when designing scrapbook layouts. From favorite page sketches for heavy embellishing to go-to sketch bundles that help use up paper scraps and 6x6 paper pads, they discuss why some resources stand the test of time and how the same sketch can produce completely different results. Along the way, they highlight layouts from their own channels, talk about the value of revisiting proven designs, and encourage scrapbookers to get more mileage from the inspiration they already have. Whether you're looking for scrapbook sketch ideas, layout inspiration, ways to use scraps, or tips for stretching your favorite classes and workshops, this episode is packed with practical ideas for creative memory keeping.

Google Form: https://forms.gle/PVdxQjW2oFtbDmXXA

Show Notes for this episode are in the Google Doc as they were too long for the Desciption: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ULlSbokI-k-aj0Z0K1cyXhxsTfpnJ5M-Z68JXOTrYYU/edit?usp=sharing

Below are the main Playlist and Videos discussed

How Lisa’s stores her sketches and organize her photos: https://youtu.be/oknaTcEnYwU

Creating with Sketches: https://scrapbookgeneration.com/digital-download-creating-with-sketches-a-guide-for-adapting-customizing-sketches/

Lisa’s Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLk2-vRbyNQH43ElbGnSexEMmZXChDNcsa

Nicole’s Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLCtnd3Gt20S0cjeX0xnLreo8EAbWWtYP&si=AmZxBtY6MPW7h3Xe

Lisa’s 6x6 Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLk2-vRbyNQH4jtFyq05PFThl2eTfxEUly

Nicole’s 6x6 Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLCtnd3Gt20RkR8RHBsqNYDqOqJOcJKrp

Nicole’s 6x6 Prep video: https://youtu.be/-OtR1H5CGt4

Lisa’s Playlist for full size photos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLk2-vRbyNQH7_UeG2EUQ3IhGZo97vS3lE

Nicole’s Month in Review Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLCtnd3Gt20QE_mG6fAgU15Ic18vsrCVn&si=UzdBaW3naHUYwC2l

Nicole’s Scene Building Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLCtnd3Gt20QMwKipZiinaWYtR1AhHpgv&si=k8-0u_75KBJ-v8bD

4 Layouts, 1 Sketch

Nicole’s Tag Layout: https://youtu.be/jLlakjdCgmg

Nicole’s Where the Wild Things Are: https://youtu.be/xSg3HB34J3U

Lisa’s Where the Wild Things are: https://youtu.be/grp2kAnweXw

Lisa’s ScrapRoom Evolution: https://youtu.be/ji03RzjnHGg

0:0:00 Intro

0:03:30 Why do we use Sketches?

0:04:45 What are our Favorite Sketches?

0:07:16 Do we reuse sketches?

0:09:59 Design Principles that we love

0:25:56 What attracts us to certain sketches?

0:28:52 Creating with Sketches Class

0:34:37 6x6 Paper Pad Class

0:47:10 The Whole Picture Sketches

0:48:19 Playlist on our Channels

0:51:31 4 Layouts, 1 Sketch

0:54:34 Myth Busting - New inspiration

1:03:02 Where do we get our sketches

1:16:16 Wrap Up

In this episode of Hear Me Out and Pass the Scissors, Nicole and Lisa dive into Creating with Collections, a scrapbooking challenge focused on getting the most from a single scrapbook collection. Nicole explains how she started this series and her experience with the past four series she has completed. We then share our experiences using the Doodlebug Tinsel Time collection, discuss how to stretch supplies across multiple layouts, use scrapbook sketches to keep designs fresh, and decide whether a collection has enough papers and embellishments to go the distance. We also tackle listener questions about busy patterned papers, leftover scraps, killing a kit, and how to choose scrapbook collections that fit your style and photos. If you've ever wondered when a collection is truly finished or how to make the most of the scrapbook supplies you already own, this episode is packed with practical tips, honest opinions, and plenty of scrapbook talk.

Nicole’s Creating with Collection:

Vol 1: Simple Stories - So Happy Together - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLCtnd3Gt20Rzlaz8LhTPuvKf5oQ7258s&si=q52nD_IsM6-pCgj9

Vol 2: Simple Stories - Hip Hop Hooray- https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLCtnd3Gt20TJm9N0qoTaqhf0KmOUaCH6&si=3ENi1kvZAC0MCYV6

Vol 3: Simple Stories - Hello Today- https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLCtnd3Gt20TW94s6TkDOzD8g3DOT8qDJ&si=t-_X5OPwXzXp_ViY

Vol 4: Cocoa Vanilla - Storyteller-

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLCtnd3Gt20QfgkQdi2e3jyuwdZiTo_9G&si=lQTF6AR-dNzrHuxb

Vol 5: Doodlebug - Tinsel Time- https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLCtnd3Gt20Rhw_s36wo__rqqFKxLfpqd&si=_qNhkBLDl4TBJ1rE

Lisa’s Creating with Collection:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLk2-vRbyNQH4fRVu2qtE2kWAFQVa5xquI

Lisa’s Doodlebug BAR-B-CUTE Layout - https://youtu.be/mOedDGhA3uw?si=fbi032KGzfXOLOdO

Nicole’s Doodlebug BAR-B-CUTE Layout - https://youtu.be/W2RZ-P1waIY

Lisa’s first Shop my room layout - https://youtu.be/FFMMligF1CE

Stash diving/mixing/new car - https://youtu.be/QUEluEo6Hpw

Slice of Nostalgia - https://youtu.be/bCMkwpa9XQ4

Nsync Layout - https://youtu.be/78I3SOQkI2s

Lisa’s Doodlebug Easter Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLk2-vRbyNQH4jpIfsk8Skqev5JpFGmbXm

If Scrapbooking Supplies could Talk - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLk2-vRbyNQH43xPuPBpnEbtKf7N3x5Sf-

Say Cheese Tinseltown Layout - https://youtu.be/2jcurSndZO8

Lisa’s Updated Embellishment book - https://youtu.be/GDFNNc1HRcE

Reorganizing My Color Binders - https://youtu.be/fFbucF6ZNqA

Cheer blue star scene - https://youtu.be/IS4vQPNfbrA

0:00:00 Intro

0:01:30 What is Creating with Collections

0:02:22 Vol 1: Simple Stories - So Happy Together

0:12:52 Vol 2: Simple Stories - Hip Hop Hooray

0:21:43 Vol 3: Simple Stories - Hello Today

0:25:25 Vol 4: Cocoa Vanilla - Storyteller

0:32:32 Vol 5: Doodlebug - Tinsel Time

0:43:28 How do you know you will have enough supplies?

0:49:10 What do you do with busy papers?

0:57:32 When do you consider a collection done?

1:02:49 Advice for a New Scrapbooker

1:06:31 What happens if you run out of paper?

1:10:16 Do we only create with collections?

1:19:17 What if you only have paper with no embellishment?

1:24:03 Will we create our own collections?

1:26:32 Why do you want to kill the collection?

1:31:47 Did we kill a kit before Creating with Collections?

1:32:51 How many collections do we have?

1:40:30 How do we feel about limited colors?

1:43:36 What do we do with leftovers?

1:44:18 How do we sort embellishments?

1:46:29 Love of Creating with Collections

1:47:03 How do we plan for Creating with Collections?

1:49:59 What type of photos do we use for Creating with Collections?

1:50:54 Ways to get Nicole in the mood to scrapbook

1:53:04 How many photos/layouts do we plan at a time?

1:58:33 If we could create our own collections?

2:02:09 We are funny!!

2:03:37 Community Creating with Collection

2:08:41 Wrapping Up

In this episode of Hear Me Out and Pass the Scissors, Nicole turns the tables and interviews Lisa about some of the biggest changes in her creative journey. We look back at our Season 1 episode, From Hobby to Side Hustle, and talk about what has happened since then, including joining the Bella Blvd Creative Team, expanding Lisa's Etsy shop, launching Lisa's scrapbook organization products, and making the decision to leave her corporate job to become a full-time content creator. Nicole also shares what she has learned during her first year on the Bella Blvd team and offers her honest, slightly skeptical perspective on turning a creative hobby into a career. If you are interested in scrapbooking, content creation, Etsy, creative entrepreneurship, and what it really takes to bet on yourself, this episode is for you.

Shopping link to Life in Layouts Design

Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/LifeinLayoutsDesigns

Organization Supplies: https://sawdustbysmith.com/collections/life-in-layouts-designs

Honey's BBQ: https://honeysbbque.com/

Awin Affiliate links

Scrapbook. com: https://tidd.ly/3XbvVAM

A Cherry on Top: https://tidd.ly/3JZwxq5

If you make a purchase through these link, Lisa will earn a small commission at no additional cost to you.

S1: E6 - Hear Me Out and Pass the Scissors - From Hobby to Side Hustle: https://youtu.be/VDlGM4WrHR0

How to Use Canva Photo Collage Templates for Scrapbooking: https://youtu.be/PHC926Obdyc

How to use Little Letter Tiles with Silhouette Studio: https://youtu.be/BU6zItFe4kQ

Scrapbook Organization Must-Have: My NEW Tape Dispenser + Storage Box: https://youtu.be/pdR-V0cpMbI

Sawdust by Smith: https://sawdustbysmith.com/collections/life-in-layouts-designs

Life in Layouts Design - Google Form: https://forms.gle/AcnMSLCKmQWmL1469

Tooth Layout: https://youtu.be/XHb6JR4mJ6w

Lori Whitlock: https://shop.loriwhitlock.com/brands/Doodlebug.html

Podcast Google Form: https://forms.gle/PVdxQjW2oFtbDmXXA

00:00:00 Introduction

00:02:40 Journey to leaving Corporate Life

00:24:37 Bella Blvd Creative Team

00:39:25 Life in Layouts Company

00:50:19 Work Attire

00:52:10 What is successful?

01:02:36 How to support Life in Layouts

01:22:22 What will be a sign of failure?

01:27:36 Daily routine of Content Creator

01:30:35 Future Burnout

01:34:45 Shift from personal content to required content

01:40:53 Fears of being a Full Content Creator

01:45:00 Setting Life in Layouts apart

01:50:17 Online Extras/Community Support

01:54:50 Life Changes

01:56:30 What would 2019 Lisa think of Lisa today

02:01:09 Support is full circle

02:07:38 Next Episode

In this episode of Hear Me Out and Pass the Scissors, Lisa and Nicole are taking you inside our scrap room journey and how our creative space has evolved over the years. From scrapbooking at the kitchen table to creating a dedicated craft room, we are sharing what worked, what didn’t, and how we have adapted our setup to fit our real-life workflow. We talk about scrapbook organization ideas, must-have storage solutions, and the supplies we have repurchased again and again because they truly make a difference. Whether you have a full scrap room or a small crafting corner, this episode is all about finding scrapbook room ideas that work for you, your budget, and your creative style.

Google Form: https://forms.gle/PVdxQjW2oFtbDmXXA

Lisa's First Scrapbook Room: https://youtu.be/OENdBRoBJqE

Nicole’s Ikea Shelves: https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/brimnes-bookcase-white-90301225/

12 Pieces Scrapbook Paper Storage: https://amzn.to/3OZM2k8

Lisa’s Layout Share: https://youtu.be/gGfloqNqAkg

Hero Arts - Fancy Dies - Sentiment Strips: https://tidd.ly/4dL93S8

Simple Stories - Photo Crops - Square and Rectangle: https://tidd.ly/4sPqIMp

Lisa’s ScrapRoom Evolution Layout: https://youtu.be/ji03RzjnHGg

Nicole’s Room Share: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xrdDe5WcKrg

Nicole’s IKEA shopping desk video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-a3sOwjcAzs

Nicole’s new bookcases: https://youtu.be/OOb0sNXH394

0:00:00 Intro

0:01:32 Before we had scrap rooms

0:05:20 Our Scrap Spaces

0:39:24 Best storage option

1:03:14 Wrapping up

In this episode of Hear Me Out and Pass the Scissors, we’re diving into the real question scrapbookers keep asking: is a home printer actually worth the investment? Lisa and Nicole share their experience with the Canon PIXMA G6020 MegaTank printer, why we chose it, and how printing at home has completely changed our scrapbooking process. From printing photos in multiple sizes to creating hybrid scrapbook elements like digital papers, embellishments, and journaling cards, we walk through exactly what we print and how it supports our workflow. We also cover how we use tools like Canva, Photoshop, and the Project Life app to resize and prep photos, plus how we print journaling using templates for a clean, professional look. Along the way, we are answering real listener questions about cost, print quality, and whether upgrading from printers like the Selphy or PictureMate is actually worth it. If you’ve been thinking about buying a printer for scrapbooking, this episode will help you decide if it’s the right investment for you.

Google Form: https://forms.gle/PVdxQjW2oFtbDmXXA

Nicole’s Hero Arts Template Video: https://youtu.be/sgOXbJY3Myc?si=p2TqunFMQtaL9Nsm

Lisa’s Hero Arts Template Video:https://youtu.be/2TmgnLRJsWs

Nicole’s Spooky Snaps Layout: https://youtu.be/vEJXCkSLnYg?si=1fqQG30l2qYDruZc

How to Use Canva Photo Collage Templates for Scrapbooking: https://youtu.be/PHC926Obdyc

Hybrid Scrapbooking Tutorials: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLk2-vRbyNQH7ROZTC63mamJusWLUfCwNY

Lisa’s printing at home links

https://amzn.to/3YpLLIz

Nicole’s printing at home links: https://www.amazon.com/shop/coliebing/list/13V8G1YWXW089?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_49T0CC4MTVC9MA0QJA1W&ccs_id=d8a2c143-f8c1-488b-982e-0aba34e0db08

Nicole’s Printer Video: https://youtu.be/4RmTzTh61mQ?si=r2VU_U8t0YflJF0D

Nicole’s old photo process:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eIXFxHBwNs8

Nicole’s Q&A: How I match photos to SG kits

https://youtu.be/ad1xiwRt_S0

Nicole’s Traci Reed Concert Video: https://youtu.be/OGhxNYhKkwQ

0:00:00 Intro

0:02:00 Our previous printers

0:06:17 Why did we buy the Canon G6020

0:13:13 Advantages of the printer

0:16:16 What do we print

0:21:45 Disadvantages of the printer

0:26:34 Journaling

0:38:20 Preparing what we print

0:53:16 Paper we use

0:58:32 Why we enjoy the printer

1:09:55 Issues with the printer

1:19:02 Price of the printer

1:30:21 Next Episode

Video Description:

In this episode of Hear Me Out and Pass the Scissors, Lisa and Nicole are diving into one of the biggest struggles scrapbookers face. What do you actually scrapbook, and what do you leave out? If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by too many photos, guilty for not documenting everything, or stuck trying to decide what deserves its own layout, this conversation will help you rethink your approach. Nicole and Lisa share how we use Month in Review layouts to simplify memory keeping, manage large volumes of photos, and focus on the moments that matter most without the pressure to capture it all. Whether you’re working through years of printed photos or just trying to keep up with everyday life, this episode will give you a practical and realistic way to scrapbook with more intention and less stress.

Google Form: https://forms.gle/PVdxQjW2oFtbDmXXA

Lisa’s Month in Review Layouts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLk2-vRbyNQH5kMUy6wHadgQqo8qiChI4Y

Nicole’s Month in Review Layouts: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLCtnd3Gt20QE_mG6fAgU15Ic18vsrCVn&si=b-59VelEV6vofz8v

Lisa’s Galentine’s Day Layout: https://youtu.be/IW_E_U4q4sQ

Allison Davis: https://www.youtube.com/@allisondavis4sg944

0:00:00 Intro

0:02:43 What is Month in Review (MIR)

0:06:25 How did we get started

0:11:45 How are we tackling MIR this year

0:17:42 Our approach to MIR

0:25:07 Planning MIR Layouts

0:31:09 How to Remember to take photos

0:41:04 What if photos are already printed

0:47:09 Comparing ourselves

0:51:57 How do we decide what gets a layout vs MIR

0:57:49 How does MIR help with scrapbooking

1:01:06 Our evolution of MIR

1:10:27 Advice if you are considering MIR

In this episode of Hear Me Out and Pass the Scissors, Nicole and Lisa have an honest conversation about the current state of the scrapbooking industry and where we think it’s headed. We’re answering your questions about scrapbook trends, the products we’re tired of seeing, what we want more of in collections. We also dive into how scrapbook manufacturers are adapting, why we think so many changes are happening in the industry, and what that means for memory keepers today. Plus, we’re pulling back the curtain on design teams to let you know what you should know before applying. If you’ve ever wondered whether scrapbooking is evolving or declining, this episode is a real, thoughtful look at the future of the hobby.

Google Form: https://forms.gle/PVdxQjW2oFtbDmXXA

Lisa’s Layout using Carson: https://youtu.be/yASHjbZ7Rp8

Lisa’s Birthday Collection: https://youtu.be/Xpfa9YXAyks

Lisa’s Green Layout: https://youtu.be/fA5Hv-b2MOg

Lisa’s Pinstripes and Petticoats Layout: https://youtu.be/_lELlCpn_Ts

0:00:00 Intro

0:01:26 Our thoughts on the industry

0:11:05 How are things different?

0:15:08 Things we are tired of seeing

0:22:47 Stashdiving

0:34:49 Design Teams

1:01:42 Where do we hope the industry is going