Scrapbooking Theme – St. Patrick’s Day

Most people know St. Patrick’s Day as a holiday where you can drink green beer and wear shamrocks. However, the holiday has a long and rich history. St. Patrick’s Day is a religious holiday that celebrates the patron saint of Ireland. It is also a cultural holiday that celebrates all things Irish. The holiday is celebrated on March 17th, which is the day that Saint Patrick died. Saint Patrick was a missionary who is credited with bringing Christianity to Ireland. He is also the patron saint of Ireland. 

Although St. Patrick's Day is celebrated by people of all religions and nationalities, it is a day that has special meaning for Irish people and Catholics around the world. It is also the time to remember the Irish people who have been affected by conflict, poverty and emigration. It is a day to celebrate the strength and resilience of the Irish people, and to show solidarity with those who are struggling.

There are many traditional celebrations associated with St. Patrick's Day across the world. Of course, no St. Patrick's Day celebration would be complete without some traditional Irish food. Irish dishes such as shepherd's pie, corned beef and cabbage, and Irish soda bread are all popular choices. And, of course, no meal would be complete without a pint of Guinness! Whether you're Irish or not, St. Patrick's Day is a fun and festive holiday that is enjoyed by all. Here are a couple of fun, fabulous and lovely layouts showing how they celebrated St. Patrick’s Day. They're sure to get you in the spirit and get your creative juices flowing!

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Scrapbooking Theme – New Year

The end of the year reminds us of our hardships and achievements and now we are gearing up for a new one. There are many festivals that celebrate the beginning of the new year. These different types of New Year festivals have evolved over time in various regions around the world. The festivities may include large parties, fireworks, parades or other cultural activities such as traditional dances. In some places, people celebrate by lighting fireworks or dancing in a circle around a bonfire. Other celebrations include eating dishes that are symbolic of good luck and fortune. The festivals have different traditions but most of them share a common thread: ringing in the New Year with joyous celebration!

We're all a little different than we were 365 days ago. New Year's Eve is the perfect time to reflect on who we are and what has changed about us since last year. For many people, it is a time for celebration and recognition of their accomplishments. It's also an opportunity to recognize how much they have grown or learned over the course of the year, whether that be from gaining new skills or accomplishing personal goals.

What are you looking forward to in the new year? How would you celebrate the opening of the year? Whatever your plans may be, it's time to reflect on why we do it and how we plan for this special day. Here are some great layouts you can take inspiration from to start your page for your New Year celebration.

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