What’s better than a Disney vacation? Going back for a sequel! Our second Christmas trip to Disneyland and another stay at Paradise Pier Hotel—because when you find paradise, you don’t just visit once! 🌊🌴✨
But this wasn’t just any stay—it was filled with tropical vibes, unexpected views, and memories that deserved a scrapbook layout as magical as the trip itself!
So, grab your paper trimmer, warm up that Cricut®, and let’s turn this Disney adventure into a 12x12 masterpiece! 🎨📸
🌟 “A Room with a View”… Sort Of!
Okay, let’s clear this up before you get too jealous—this wasn’t the view from our room. This was the stunning hallway view leading TO our room! 😂 But guess what? We weren’t even mad.
Why? Because our actual view had a little secret perk…
👉 A direct line of sight to the hot tub! 👀♨️ Yep, we had the ultimate hot tub surveillance system. No need to wonder if it was crowded—just peek out the window! Best. View. Ever.
Because let’s be real—who needs a park view when you can strategically time your hot tub relaxation sessions like a pro?!
📸 What You’ll Need for This Disney Paradise Pier Hotel Scrapbook Layout
🌊 Cardstock & Designer Paper: Creating That Coastal Disney Vibe
• Otterly Adorable 12 x 12 DSP: Fun decorative layers for that boardwalk charm!
• Stampin’ Up! White Willow 12X12: Used to create the shiplap background and die-cut elements.
• Stampin’ Up! Pretty Peacock 8-1/2" x 11": Adds rich, ocean-inspired contrast.
• CTMH Lagoon: (can substitute Stampin' Up! Lost Lagoon 8-1/2" x 11" A deep blue-green for a coastal touch.
• Stampin’ Up! Pool Party 8-1/2" x 11":Used for photo matting (because beachy blues are LIFE).
• Stampin’ Up! Old Olive 8-1/2" x 11": Die-cut leaves for tropical magic.
• Stampin’ Up! Garden Green 12 x 12 Two-Tone: More layered leaves for depth.
• Stampin’ Up! Melon Mambo 8-1/2" x 11": Mini hibiscus flowers for pops of pink perfection!
Inks & Markers
•CTMH Linen Ink Pad: Used to create the shiplap effect on the background!
•Stampin’ Up! Old Olive Classic Stampin’ Pad: For inking the edges of those tropical leaves.
•Mossy Meadow Stampin’ Blends Marker: Adds depth to the embossed leaf veins.
•Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin' Pad, Pool Party Classic Stampin' Pad, Lost Lagoon Classic Stampin' Pad: – Stamping the hibiscus embellishments in soft, tropical hues.
Stamps & Dies:
•Stampin’ Up! Happy Hibiscus Bundle: Stamps + dies = instant tropical magic! 🌺
•Stampin’ Up! Deckled Circle Dies: Used for titles, dates, and embellishment clusters.
•Cricut® Design Space: Custom-designed titles & word art.
Basic Crafting Tools:
• Glue.
• Foam adhesive strips.
• Scissors (for detailed cuts).
• Sponge daubers (for inking edges).
🌴✨ Step-by-Step: How I Created This Magical Scrapbook Layout
1️⃣ The Shiplap Background: Coastal Vibes, Activated! 🌊
The Paradise Pier Hotel may be Disney, but it’s got that classic California boardwalk feel—so I knew a shiplap background was a must!
I scored White Willow cardstock, then swiped it with CTMH Linen Ink to create those beachy, textured planks.
🌟 Pro Tip: Let the ink fully dry before layering your papers—crisp lines = pro-level perfection!
2️⃣ Layering the Foundation: Depth, Dimension & Disney Magic!
The base layers were built with a mix of:
✅ Otterly Adorable DSP (because Disney charm is a must!)
✅ Pretty Peacock & Lagoon cardstock (for contrast)
✅ White Willow shiplap background (to pull it all together!)
🌟 Pro Tip: Mixing patterned & solid cardstock creates a balanced, polished design!
3️⃣ Adding the Tropical Embellishments: Flowers, Leaves & Pops of Pink! 🌺
Nothing says “Disney meets the tropics” like lush florals & greenery!
🔹 Stamped hibiscus flowers in Pretty Peacock, Glacier, and Lagoon onto White Willow cardstock.
🔹 Die-cut leaves from Old Olive & Garden Green cardstock, with edges inked in Old Olive.
🔹 Mini hibiscus flowers die-cut from Melon Mambo cardstock for that perfect pop of pink!
🌟 Pro Tip: Add depth to leaves by inking the edges & using a darker marker on the embossed lines. Instant dimension!
4️⃣ Matting the Photos: Make Those Memories Shine
Each photo was double-matted in Pool Party & White Willow cardstock, ensuring a cohesive, polished look that complements the tropical theme.
🌟 Pro Tip: Double matting elevates your photos and makes them pop off the page!
5️⃣ Titles & Focal Points: Let’s Get Layered!
Using the Deckled Circle Dies, I created title clusters in Old Olive & White Willow. These circles anchored the layout’s embellishment clusters and date tags.
🌟 Pro Tip: Repeating shapes (like circles!) throughout your layout creates a harmonious, cohesive design!
🏝️ Why This Layout is Extra Special
This isn’t just another Disney page—it’s a celebration of memories, sunshine, and the magic of returning to a place that feels like home.
✔ It captures a favorite travel spot—because Disney vacations are NEVER one-and-done!
✔ It brings tropical vibes into scrapbooking—who doesn’t love a beachy boardwalk aesthetic?
✔ It’s all about reliving the magic—because memories this good deserve to be scrapbooked and cherished forever!
🌟 Explore More Disney-Inspired Scrapbook Layouts!
🎡 Love this Paradise Pier layout? There’s MORE Disney magic waiting for you! Check out these other Disney-inspired scrapbook pages!
📸 Share Your Disney Scrapbook Creations!
🏝️ Did you scrapbook your own Disney adventure? I’d LOVE to see it!
📌 Upload your layouts to the Members Gallery and let’s inspire each other!
🏰 Tag me on social media so we can spread the Disney magic together!
🌴 Final Thoughts: A Scrapbook Sequel Worth Creating!
Scrapbooking isn’t just about crafting—it’s about reliving the best moments, celebrating the magic, and sometimes even laughing about a pool view instead of a park view!
Because let’s be real—who needs fireworks when your scrapbook brings back the magic of churros, Dole Whips, and hot tub surveillance?! 🍍🎢
Now, if only I had a Dole Whip while writing this… LOL!
🔥 Happy Disney Scrapping! 🔥
April – This Chick Loves Paper
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🌴✨ Some vacations deserve a sequel—both in real life AND in a scrapbook! This 12x12 single-page Disney Paradise Pier Hotel-inspired layout brings together tropical vibes, Disney nostalgia, and creative scrapbooking magic! 🌊🏰 Get the step-by-step guide & start capturing your favorite Disney memories today! ✨🎨
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