Of all my December Daily projects, this one holds the record for taking the longest to complete! After 13 years of doing this, I usually finish by the end of December and proudly place the album on the shelf. However, this time, life sidetracked me—I only made it halfway to Day 12 before everything else took over. I’m sure many of you can relate to the challenges of finding time for our creative projects amidst the hustle and bustle of life.
By November, I was finally determined to finish the album—and I did! The process was not just about documenting the days but also about navigating my emotions and finding a way to celebrate the season despite the changes in my life.
Working on this album felt bittersweet. Christmas has always been a significant event for my family, full of cherished moments. Reliving those memories was difficult, knowing that this year would be my first Christmas alone.
To keep things manageable, I focused on simplicity. Many days were documented using pocket pages to streamline the process. That said, I couldn’t resist adding a touch of creativity! Inspired by some interactive pages I’ve seen, I created a template for Day 19 that I’d be happy to share in case anyone is interested. (Disclaimer: I made last-minute edits on the Silhouette, so the template is more of a guide—you might need to tweak it.)
Here’s a flip-through of the completed album!
For my 2024 December Daily, I will use a small format and finally use an acrylic album cover that I’ve been saving! It’s time to use it. 😅
Are you documenting your December days? I’d love to hear about your process! Do you prefer keeping things simple with pocket pages or getting creative with interactive elements? What approach works best for you during this busy season?
Thank you for being here.
