Papericious: DIY Accordian Mini Album Tutorial by Swati

GOOD MORNING!

Hi there! Swati back today to share a simple & easy Accordian Mini Album which I made using the newly launched Papers - BILLET DOUX & Cut & Create Embellishment Sheets - BILLET DOUX. I must say both the papers & embellishments are very gorgeous.

ACCORDIAN MINI ALBUM

Accordian albums are especially easy & uses very little supplies! It's the perfect way to use up your stash too! Creating an album is very simple because once you make the base, that part is done & all you have to do is add your photos, words & a few embellishments. They're the perfect solution for capturing the memories & photos of a specific event, occasion, holiday, or celebrations.

Read on for very easy to follow step by step instructions. All you need to get started is chipboard, black cardstock, patterned papers, embellishments, a paper trimmer & folder, your photos & scraps.

STEP 1 : Start by trimming 2 pieces of 6X6 chipboard, 2 pieces of 8X8 black cardstock, 8 pieces of 6X6.5 black cardstock.

STEP 2 : Using a bone folder or scoring tool, score at 1 inch from all side of 8X8 cardstock & at 0.5 inch on 6x6.5 cardstock from 6.5 inch side.

STEP 3 : Adhere chipboard on 8X8 piece & fold them as shown in the picture below.

STEP 4 : Fold 6X6.5 black cardstock & adhere the ends together to create a longer accordian album. After you'e adhered the ends together, you will have one long accordian book all ready for your photos & memories. Now paste the ready book in between the 6X6 chipboard.

STEP 5 : Using the BILLET DOUX patterned papers & fussy cuts from Cut & Create Embellishment Sheets - BILLET DOUX. I've decorated the pages, cover & back of the accordian album. Try to make sure that papers & layers stay within 6X6 inch section. If you overlap that space, your book may not close properly.

STEP 6 : Added a fun title onto the front by adding a heart chipboard from ALL YOURS - PAPERICIOUS CHIPBOARD & sentiments from Cut & Create Embellishment Sheets - BILLET DOUX.