Cosy, curated: autumn scrapbook ideas you’ll want to steal

New season, new crafting priorities? If October has inspired you to slow down and make something that lasts, these elevated yet easy autumn scrapbook ideas were made for you. It’s time to get snug, grab your supplies, and romanticise every autumn moment with your instax™ camera or smartphone printer.

Make the most of autumn photo ops 

The warmth, richness, and texture of autumn make the season prime time for photo taking. From amber leaves crunching underfoot to those dreamy, lilac-pink sunsets, autumn begs to be captured, and with an instax™ instant camera or printer, it couldn’t be easier.

What to shoot

Bonfire night: Step out into the darkness and shoot waving sparklers, steaming beverages, and firework-backed selfies with mates. Love getting snaps of all the little details? Use the instax mini 41™ or the instax mini 12™ instant camera to get ultra-crisp close-ups that are always perfectly aligned. 

Woodland adventures: Nothing says autumn like a serene woodland walk – ideal for adding wholesome texture to your scrapbook. Shoot winding paths covered in amber leaves, shafts of light breaking through trees, and cool snaps of cosy knitwear. Light starting to dim? Go for classic square frames with the instax SQUARE SQ40™ instant camera and make the most of the auto light adjustment feature for crisp shots, even at dusk.

Golden hour dog walks: That soft, honeyed light just before sunset? It’s prime time for creative pup pics on the instax™ WIDE Evo. Make more room for tail wags, floppy ears, and proud ‘fetch’ moments illuminated by warm skies. Want to get in the frame too? Kneel down, get nice and close, and use the selfie mirror to line things up. (Having treats in your pocket helps!)

Halloween madness: Halloween is scrapbook gold. Snap the crazy costume reveals, last-minute outfit tweaks, and spooky makeup looks. Once the party kicks off, have your WIDE Evo™ instant hybrid camera on hand to get some seriously big shots. Use the wide-angle lens to capture the glow of pumpkins, the blur of dancing, and all the mess and madness of apple bobbing. Want to add more drama? Use the WIDE Evo™’s built-in effects to experiment with layered film styles and eerie looks. Monochrome with double exposure creates some seriously spooky Halloween shots.

Cosy moments with pals: Lounging in your pjs with matching socks and mugs? Capture your cosy hangs with cute shots of bundled blankets, board game marathons, or your snack setup for movie night. Enjoying a mini pampering sesh with matching face masks? Use the SQUARE SQ40™’s Selfie Mode to grab silly square selfies that frame the moment just right – no cropping, no fuss, just cosy fun.

Print autumn shots from your phone

Already got a camera roll full of autumn snaps? Use your phone’s scrapbook-worthy shots and bring them to life with an instax™ smartphone printer. Whether you’re using the mini Link 3™, SQUARE Link™, or Link WIDE™, print directly from your device and start curating your autumn scrapbook layout in seconds.

Top tip: Drawing or glueing directly onto your precious prints is best avoided. Luckily, our instax Link™ printer apps let you add cool stickers and fun frames before you print. That way, you get the custom look without the risk of ruining your photos.

Autumn scrapbook layout ideas

Need some serious inspo for layouts? We got you… 

Classic collage layering: The ultimate mashup of everything autumn; there are no rules with this one. Simply layer away, starting with fabric, newspaper, or patterned paper for the background. Then pile on mini prints, SQUARE prints, fun stickers, mementoes, and cut-out text. No holding back.

Minimal yet cute: Pick out a few mini prints you love, then layer them in a vertical row, or do alternating diagonals so they’re stacked but not totally straight. Around them, add handwritten notes, cut-out text, or souvenirs from your fave autumn moments. The key with this one is to be really intentional. Pick just a few things you want on the page and make them the whole vibe.

Mini masterpieces: Lay out mini snaps to the left of your page in a vertical row. On the right, channel your inner artist by recreating each one with collage, felt tips, or paint. Pop them on mini easels or stick them in teeny gold frames for a playful photo page with a novelty twist.

Autumn editorial: Love that modern magazine look? Go high-end editorial with bold block colours for the background, contemporary printed text, and WIDE prints arranged in a clean grid or asymmetric layout. Add a punchy headline or a single poetic quote to tie it all together, and always resist the urge to add more. Simplicity wins here. 

Autumnal scrapbook themes 

Want every page to make an impact? Keep things fresh by mixing and matching autumnal themes. Here are a few we love:

Autumn foodie bits

Make it all about what you ate and cooked in autumn. Dedicate pages to spiced cookie recipes, shots of autumn lattes, and flaky, golden pastries. Just make sure you have snacks on hand when crafting. This WILL make you hungry.

Meaningful moments

Make it all about the moments you'll want to relive. Add in those nights that led to new connections, chaotic catch-ups with old mates, celebrations that went perfectly (or hilariously wrong), and those ordinary days that felt extraordinary. This is your autumn emotional archive.

Autumn style edit

Your autumn wardrobe definitely deserves a feature. Throw in shots of accessories you’ve been loving, your fave chunky knits, and each of your BFFs sporting that same scarf you’ve all been lusting over. Who wore it best?

Fall-ing for you

Autumn romance? Document the butterflies with cute shots of you and your new flame. Grab all the early moments – when it first clicked, that first proper date, and the night you stayed up talking till 3 am. Future you will thank you for this one.

Want your photos to reflect your theme? Check out our endless instax™ film options for designs that fit the vibe. From mini sprinkles to timeless monochrome, there are tonnes of aesthetics to explore.

Scrapbook supplies & final tips

It’s time for the supplies. Lay everything out on a big table, light a candle, and make your scrapbooking sesh feel as seasonal as the pages you’re about to create. Here’s what you’ll need:

• A large scrapbook with thick pages for layering
• Double-sided tape or glue stick
• Scissors 
• Your instax™ prints (mini, SQUARE, or WIDE)
• Magazine cut-outs for headlines and textures 
• Dried leaves (press them first for a flat finish) 
• Fabric scraps
• Stamps and ink pads
• Pens, pencils, or paint in warm, autumnal tones

When it comes to curating, you have full freedom to experiment. Mix and match themes, combine different layouts, and leave space to come back and add more. You never know when inspiration might strike.

Final tip: Like any classic film, instax™ film contains chemicals, so cutting isn’t recommended.  Instead, cut and layer the other elements around your prints to get that collage effect without ever putting your prints at risk.

This autumn, find a camera you click with

Autumn moments are all about connection. Find a camera you click with to capture them. Whether it's the mini 12™ for on-the-go frames, the WIDE Evo™ for bold statement shots, or the SQ40™ for classic cool, the right match makes all the difference. Browse our latest cameras and accessories to find your fave now.