The Photo Drop Box is a wonderful way to store and display special memories. After seeing how well my Algarve boat tour photos coordinated with the Vista page kit, I knew the project would be perfect for the remaining photos from that day.
Vista Photo Drop Box
To get started, gather the supplies listed below. (You can always substitute a different page kit to accommodate photos from your special event or occasion.)
Supplies List
To recreate this project, gather the following supplies and tools:
Photo Drop Box Components
Vista Page Kit (or Page Kit of your choice)
CS® Bookbinding Glue
Needle-tipped Applicator
12” Paper Trimmer
3x14" Grid Ruler
Scor Pal 1/8s
Accordion Pocket File
Bone Folder
Crop-a-Dile* (or other 1/8" Hole Punch)
Black Acrylic Paint*
Foam Brush(es)
Phillips Head Screwdriver
Pencil
Scissors
Paper Assignments
To replicate my finished box, utilize the paper substitutions below for each step of the printed instructions. (Or you can always do your own thing!)
- Black
- Black
- (2) Blue
- (2) Dk. Orange, (2) Lt. Orange
- Mountain Print
Trim the three remaining prints into mats following Step 6 of the instructions.
Assembly and Decor
Follow the written instructions to assemble the box and inserts. If you've never created a project like this before, I highly recommend watching the video tutorial. Tricia shares helpful tips to make the process go smoothly.
Box Details
After building the box structure, camouflage the edges of the book board with black acrylic paint. Once dry, wrap the perimeter of the box with the Black paper (from Step 1) for a seamless look. I chose the gorgeous Mountain Print to decorate the four outside panels of the box.
Select and trim a border strip sentiment to fit one long wall on the outside of the box; adhere 1/4" Black paper strips above and below to visually anchor the cutapart.
Trim the edges of the center circle artwork from the die cut to fit the opposite long wall. (I plan to add die cut letters to spell out "Algarve" when I add photos from the boat tour to the inserts.)
The inside pages are attached to a spine piece that can be removed by lifting the small silver knob. There are three spines; each spine holds a pair of trifold pages with space for up to a dozen 4x6s, for a grand total of 36 photos.
Inside Pages
Before adding the silver knobs, cut three 1x6.5" strips from a Mountain Print scrap; nest onto each plain black spine for added interest and a bit of beautiful color.
To really maximize the number of photos the box will hold, simply add mats to the pages of each insert and keep the embellishments to a minimum. I made a real effort to achieve a nice balance of places for photos vs. the number of embellished pages.
Add a 4.25x6.25" mat to each of the short flaps to create additional space for full-sized photos. Decorate the reverse side with border strips, sentiments and cutapart artwork.
Tip: If/when you run out of 4.25x6.25 photo mats, utilize the 4.25x5.75" panels left over from the trimming process. For example, crop the panel to 4.25" square, and add a trimmed cutapart sentiment below it for balance.
Here's a peek at the inside page of the remaining inserts:
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While constructing this type of project can be a bit challenging, watching the video tutorial and following Tricia's expert guidance makes it easier than ever. Transform your favorite CS® Page Kit into a really impressive keepsake. Which kit will you choose?
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Click the links below to purchase the supplies needed to create your own Photo Drop Box.
Vista Page Kit
$35.95
Kit includes all of the supplies needed to complete eight fully-embellished 12x12 scrapbook pages. Just add a trimmer, scissors and adhesive. Instructions download and video tutorial included. … Read More
Photo Drop Box Components
$22.17
Learn how to make a clever and interactive photo storage solution when you pair the components with any CS page kit. The box measures approximately 7.25x5.25x4" and is home to three removable inserts for photos. (A few additional materials and… Read More
