Beginning a New Layout | JANUARY 2026 HIP KITS with Jana Eubank
If you’re looking for fresh inspiration to document everyday life, you’re in for a treat! Design team member Jana Eubank has created a wonderful video showcasing how to begin a new scrapbooking layout using the January 2026 Hip Kits. Jana’s approach is both practical and creative, making it easy for crafters of all levels to follow along and create something meaningful. Her expertise shines through as she demonstrates the versatility of these monthly scrapbook kits and shows us how simple it can be to preserve our memories.
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In this video, Jana Eubank walks us through the process of starting a new layout using the January 2026 Hip Kits. She shares her approach to documenting everyday moments with beautiful scrapbooking paper and embellishments. Jana demonstrates how to layer patterns, incorporate die cuts, and add meaningful touches that bring your memories to life. you’ll find plenty of inspiration in Jana’s creative process. Her relaxed style makes it easy to see how these scrapbook subscription box items work together to create cohesive and beautiful pages.
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Products featured in this layout
January 2026 Main Kit (with Patterned Paper)
The January 2026 Main Kit (with Patterned Paper) is the foundation of any great scrapbooking project. This kit includes a coordinated selection of patterned papers that coordinate beautifully together, making it simple to create cohesive layouts without the guesswork. The scrapbooking paper included in this kit features fresh designs perfect for documenting the start of a new year. Each sheet is designed to work harmoniously with the other elements in the kit, saving you time and ensuring your pages look professionally designed. This is what makes scrapbook kit clubs so valuable – everything is selected to work together seamlessly. this main kit provides the perfect canvas for your memories.
January 2026 Cardstock Kit
The January 2026 Cardstock Kit provides essential solid cardstock paper in coordinating colors that complement the patterned papers in the main kit. This cardstock is perfect for creating mats for your photos, die-cutting shapes, or adding layered dimension to your layouts. The quality of this cardstock paper ensures that your projects will stand the test of time, maintaining their color and structure for years to come. Having coordinated cardstock on hand eliminates the need to dig through your stash trying to find the perfect matching shade. The kit includes multiple sheets in various colors that tie the entire collection together, giving you plenty of options for backing photos, creating titles, or adding visual interest to your pages.
January 2026 Embellishment Kit
The January 2026 Embellishment Kit is where the magic really happens on your layouts. This kit includes a variety of embellishments such as stickers, chipboard pieces, ephemera, and other decorative elements that add the finishing touches to your pages. These carefully selected items help tell your story and add personality to your scrapbooking projects. The embellishments coordinate perfectly with the papers and other items in the monthly scrapbook kits, ensuring a cohesive look across all your January projects. From simple accents to statement pieces, this kit provides everything you need to elevate your layouts from simple to special. These little touches make the difference between a good layout and a great one.
January 2026 Raffle Tickets Metal Die Set
The January 2026 Raffle Tickets Metal Die Set is a unique and versatile metal die that adds fun vintage-inspired elements to your projects. This die creates ticket-shaped designs that are perfect for documenting special events, celebrations, or everyday adventures. Metal dies are an investment that pays off project after project, as you can use them repeatedly with different papers to create fresh looks. The raffle ticket design is particularly versatile – use it for birthday parties, movie nights, family outings, or any occasion worth remembering. Cut the tickets from patterned paper, cardstock, or even vellum for different effects. This is one of those tools that you’ll reach for again and again, long after January is over.
January 2026 Color Kit
The January 2026 Color Kit expands your creative possibilities by adding coordinating inks, paints, or other coloring mediums to your collection. This kit allows you to add custom touches to your layouts, Having coordinated colors takes the guesswork out of selecting mediums that will work with your papers and embellishments. This is especially helpful when using stamps or creating mixed media elements on your pages. The color kit ensures that everything you add to your layout will coordinate beautifully with the rest of your supplies. It’s perfect for crafters who like to add that extra personal touch to their projects.
January 2026 Paper Kit
The January 2026 Paper Kit provides additional scrapbook paper options to extend your creative possibilities. This add-on kit includes extra sheets of coordinating patterned papers that complement the main kit, giving you more variety for multiple layouts or larger projects. If you’re someone who creates several pages each month or likes to have plenty of options on hand, this paper kit is essential. The additional patterns give you flexibility in your designs while maintaining the cohesive look of the collection. More paper means more ideas for scrapbooking layouts and more opportunities to document your memories. This kit is perfect for crafters who never want to run out of options mid-project.
January 2026 Pocket Life Kit
The January 2026 Pocket Life Kit is designed specifically for pocket page scrapbooking and memory keeping. This scrapbooking kit includes cards, tags, and other elements sized perfectly for pocket page protectors. Pocket scrapbooking is a quick and efficient way to document daily life, making it perfect for busy crafters who want to keep up with their memory keeping without spending hours on each layout. The kit includes a variety of cards in different sizes, along with coordinating embellishments and journaling spots. Everything is designed to work within the pocket page format while coordinating beautifully with the rest of the January collection. This approach to scrapbooking has become increasingly popular because it allows you to preserve more memories in less time.
January 2026 Pocket Life Stamp Set
The January 2026 Pocket Life Stamp Set complements the pocket life kit perfectly by providing stamps designed specifically for pocket page elements. These stamps can be used to add dates, sentiments, or decorative elements to your pocket cards and tags. Stamping is a quick way to customize your projects and add those special details that make your pages uniquely yours. The designs in this set coordinate with the overall aesthetic of the January collection, ensuring everything works together harmoniously. Stamps are a great investment because you can use them on project after project, making them some of the most versatile tools in your craft room.
January 2026 6×8 Pocket Life Cards and Ephemera Shapes
The January 2026 6×8 Pocket Life Cards and Ephemera Shapes provide pre-cut die cuts and cards that save you time and add instant charm to your projects. These ready-to-use elements include journaling cards, tags, labels, and decorative shapes that can be tucked into pocket pages or added to traditional layouts. Having pre-cut ephemera means you can create beautiful pages quickly without needing to die-cut everything yourself. The designs coordinate with the entire January collection, making it easy to pull together cohesive projects. These die cuts are perfect for layering, creating dimensional elements, or simply adding quick embellishments when you’re short on time but still want your pages to look polished and complete.
Scrapbooking tips from Jana’s video
Jana Eubank demonstrates several useful techniques in this video that can help improve your layouts. One important tip is to start with your photos and build your design around them rather than trying to fit photos into a predetermined design. This ensures your memories take center stage. Jana also shows how layering different patterns and textures adds depth and visual interest to your pages without overwhelming them. Another great technique she demonstrates is using coordinating colors from your scrapbook subscription box to create cohesion across all elements of your layout. Don’t be afraid to mix and match products from different kits in the collection – they’re designed to work together beautifully.
When working with ideas for scrapbooking layouts, Jana reminds us that documentation doesn’t have to be complicated. Simple designs with thoughtful placement can be just as impactful as complex arrangements. She also emphasizes the importance of journaling, even if it’s just a few sentences about the moment you’re preserving. These words will become treasures as time passes. Finally, don’t stress about perfection – the most important thing is capturing your memories and enjoying the creative process along the way.
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If you’re inspired by Jana’s creativity and want to receive these amazing monthly scrapbook kits delivered right to your door, consider joining Hip Kit Club! As a member, you’ll receive coordinated supplies each month that take the guesswork out of shopping for coordinating products. The Hip Kit Club is recognized as one of the best monthly scrapbook kit clubs because of their attention to quality, coordination, and value. You’ll have everything you need to create beautiful layouts without having to shop multiple stores or worry about whether items will work together.
Looking for more layout inspiration? Browse our collection of scrapbook ideas for every theme and occasion, or check out our complete beginner’s guide to scrapbooking for more tips and techniques.
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