Caring for an aging parent, grandparent or loved one with failing health reminds us how precious memories can be.

Recommended albums for your memory album project:

• Premiere Coverset (12” x 12”)
• Moments A4 Album
• Sentiments Albums (7” x 7”)
• PicFolio Minutes Playful Album
• Short Cuts ^® Pre-Cut Papers
• Storybox Photo Mats & Journalling Boxes
• Vintage Power Palette
• Page Protectors

GETTING STARTED
Decide if you want your album to be in chronological order or if you simply want to preserve a collection of memories.

A chronological memory album makes the most sense if your goal is to honour and celebrate someone’s life from childhood to the present. It is a good choice if you have photos available to document the years. Chronology requires that you sort and organise your photos and memorabilia.

A memory album, without chronology, can be assembled in a few short hours. Start by using journalling boxes to write down a dozen or so favourite memories of a special someone. Example: " Grandpa Stan’s favourite place to be was in the garden. When we’d visit we would help dig up his potatoes. He made it feel like digging for buried treasures."

After writing your favourite memories, mount your assorted photos on album pages and add your journalled memories every few pages. Keep your page enhancements simple by using a single sticker design such as hearts or flowers throughout your album.