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As mentioned a million and three times (excited much?) I'm leaving town for the next two weeks. And the summer minibook is coming with me. I won't have access to a printer or sewing machine on this trip so there will not be any photos, typed text or sewn details added on the road. Instead, I'll be relying on scraps of paper that I pick up, handwritten journaling, stickers and polaroid photos. (Yes, I'm a freak that still has original Polaroid film. My last 10 pack is coming on this trip.)

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Before I packed up my book, I added a few sewn embellishments to a few of the pages. I'm not sure if I'll even use them on the trip, but at least I have a little extra detail in case. Don't be afraid to "prep" your pages in advance, especially if you're someone who likes a lot of detail. (p.s – that stamped sun page will be in the bonus paper pack that's coming soon.)

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I'm keeping my tools pretty simple. Hole puncher, scissors, adhesive, ink, date stamp and a few pens. For embellishments, I'm bringing washi tape, a couple shaped clips, tags, labels, letter stickers & Making Memories travel word fetti.

And like a crazy person, I'm bring three cameras. My big one, my point and shoot and my Polaroid. (Plus my iPhone, obviously). But hey – we're driving so no matter. Fingers crossed I stay on top of the documentation the next two weeks! I'll try and check in over the weekend to share progress.

P.S : Want to see how I documented another vacation while on the road? Check out one of my favorite minibooks of all time.

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10 responses to “traveling with the summer minibook.”

  1. Ashlee Avatar

    Have fun! It sounds like your journaling will take a turn for the positive. Polaroids and hand-written embellishments? Sounds heavenly! Wishing you luck on all of your adventures over the next two weeks! ❤

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  2. Suzanne Avatar

    I can’t wait to check it out! I’ll be living close to the Chula Vista Market in Eastlake! only 5 more weeks until I move back:)

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  3. Suzanne Avatar

    lol, meant to post that on your farmers market post! but I plan on starting a 101 road trip mini and thanks for the reminder to prep pages beforehand! have a great time exploring Ventura

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  4. Cindy Avatar

    I, too, am headed out on a trip and have prepped my album ahead of time. Already I can see that this will save me a lot of time when I get home. If you’d like to check it out… http://seriousplay.typepad.com/cinback/2011/06/scrapbook-on-the-road-pt3.html

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  5. Yvette Avatar

    I always travel with at least 3 cameras. A digital SLR, a film camera and a digital point and shoot. I’ll take the Fuji instax or waterproof cameras too depending. I guess that would put me in a photo fanatics category. Hahaha.
    Have a Great time… Ventura is pretty cool

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  6. Linda Avatar

    great post. Its nice to see what you bring on your trips. How do you pack it? Do you journal while you’re driving? Anyway, HAVE FUN!!! I love Palms Springs. I used to spend a lot of time visiting my grandparents there. I miss the blazing sun and full days at the pool! Ah, thank goodness for ice cold drinks. ENJOY!
    ps. Will you mention why you love these scissors in a post one day? I’ve never seen any like those, what are they? Are they just easier for small things? Or is there a special use or ergonomicality (a word?) to them?

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  7. Chelseabird Avatar

    I’m so excited to see what you come up with during your vaca!
    Enjoy your time away! Happy Summer!

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  8. elise blaha Avatar

    Ive had them for years and love them. I use them as detail scissors mostly for cutting out small things. 🙂

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  9. jennie Avatar

    i just added a sun rub-on to the cover of my book the other day. bonus paper pack? sign me up! i am filing this book so fast…i LOVE it. can’t wait to see how your book looks after your trip.

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  10. Link Avatar

    It is a cool way to document a trip, I mean, nowadays you can find hundreds of traveling blogs, and after you read some of them, they have the same format, there are just a few new things, that is interesting!

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