Creating Lasting Keepsakes with Photography & Scrapbooking
About Us
At Memories by Mom, we are passionate about capturing life’s precious moments through photography and scrapbooking. Our mission is to empower moms to create timeless keepsakes that tell their unique family stories.
Essential Photography Tips
Learn key photography tips that every mom should know to capture those magical moments. Understand lighting, composition, and angles essential for stunning photographs.
Creative Scrapbooking Techniques
Explore creative techniques to enhance scrapbooking projects with personalized touches and unique designs.
Preserving Your Family's Story
Understand how to weave together photographs and stories into a meaningful scrapbook that preserves family history.
Let Kids be Themselves
Avoid forced poses—let children play, explore, and interact with their environment. Candid moments of laughter, curiosity, and movement tell the best stories.
Choosing the Right Light
Golden Hour (early morning or late afternoon) offers soft, warm light for dreamy photos. Overcast Days work great for even lighting without harsh shadows. Backlighting can create a magical glow—position the sun behind the child for a soft, ethereal effect.
Get Down to Their Level
Photograph from the child’s eye level for a more intimate and engaging perspective. This creates a stronger emotional connection in your images.
Choose a Theme
Decide on a theme for your scrapbook, such as: Family memories Travel adventures Baby’s first year Wedding album Seasonal highlights (summer, holidays, etc.)
Blending Photography and Scrapbooking
Learn how to weave photography into scrapbooking to tell a deeper story of family memories.
Creating Personal Time Capsules
Explore how moms can create time capsules through scrapbooking that preserve family memories across generations.
Gather Your Supplies
Scrapbook album (blank book or binder with cardstock pages) Printed photographs (various sizes for variety) Decorative paper (solid colors, patterns, textures) Stickers, embellishments, and washi tape Markers, pens, or calligraphy tools for captions Adhesives (photo-safe glue, double-sided tape, or photo corners) Scissors or a paper cutter for trimming photos and papers
Plan Your Layouts
Arrange your photos before gluing them down. Use one main photo per page with smaller supporting images. Layer decorative paper behind photos for dimension. Leave space for captions, dates, and personal notes.
Add Personal Touches
Write captions or short stories about the photos. Use stickers or stamps to highlight key moments. Add small keepsakes like tickets, postcards, or dried flowers. Create frames or borders using washi tape or cut-out shapes.