DIY Flip Photo Album

This DIY Flip Photo Album tutorial shows you how to create a personalized keepsake album, perfect for showcasing your favorite photos and sparking nostalgic joy!

A DIY Flip Photo Album for your Desktop! by lifestyle blogger Ashley Rose of Sugar & Cloth - Houston

In the age of digital everything, there’s something undeniably special about holding a physical photo album. 

Flipping through tangible memories, the worn edges and handwritten captions sparking treasured recollections. It’s an experience the digital world just can’t replicate. 

But who says creating a photo album has to be expensive or time-consuming? With a little creativity, Fujifilm Instax camera, and this handy DIY guide, you can craft a personalized flip album that’s as unique as your memories themselves.

So ditch the impersonal photo frames and generic store-bought albums for a one of a kind photo gift idea. And get ready to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that celebrates your most cherished moments in a truly unforgettable way with this handmade gift

A DIY Flip Photo Album for your Desktop! by lifestyle blogger Ashley Rose of Sugar & Cloth - Houston

Materials and Tools Needed

Check out this quick how-to video or follow the easy steps below:

How to Make a DIY Flip Photo Album

1 — Thoroughly sand the surface of the wood square for smooth edges and even staining.

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2 — Apply a thin coat of wood stain to your wood square using the foam brush. Let the stain dry completely according to the product instructions. Apply additional coats for a deeper color, if desired.

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3 — Hole punch the Instax Mini prints of your choice in the middle of the top white border with a 1/8 hole punch. Lay two prints side by side on the board to use as a guide to mark where to insert your hooks.

A DIY Flip Photo Album for your Desktop! by lifestyle blogger Ashley Rose of Sugar & Cloth - Houston

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3 — Attach the shoulder hooks to the wood by twisting them into place based on your hole markings. These rings will hold your Instax photos together.

A DIY Flip Photo Album for your Desktop! by lifestyle blogger Ashley Rose of Sugar & Cloth - Houston

4 — Apply a generous amount of instant epoxy glue to the bottom of the wood piece. Quickly and carefully press the wood piece onto the center of the marble tile, ensuring its level to create a stand for your album. Hold firmly for a few minutes to allow the glue to set.

A DIY Flip Photo Album for your Desktop! by lifestyle blogger Ashley Rose of Sugar & Cloth - Houston

5 — Carefully slip the photos into the shoulder hooks. And now you have your own DIY Flip Photo Album!

A DIY Flip Photo Album for your Desktop! by lifestyle blogger Ashley Rose of Sugar & Cloth - Houston

Tutorial Notes and Tips

  • Before gluing the tile, use a pencil to mark its placement on the wood for a more precise alignment.
  • You can personalize your album further by adding small embellishments like stickers or washi tape to the photos or the wooden frame.
  • For a traditional flip album, you can try using binder rings instead of shoulder hooks. Keep in mind that you will need a drill to create your holes.
  • This project also makes for a fun hostess gift or housewarming gift, especially if you pair it with a new camera for your gift recipient.
A DIY Flip Photo Album for your Desktop! by lifestyle blogger Ashley Rose of Sugar & Cloth - Houston

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The great thing about this DIY Flip Album is that it a decor piece that could work in any room. For more fun projects to accessorize your space, check out a few of our favorites below —

A DIY Flip Photo Album for your Desktop! by lifestyle blogger Ashley Rose of Sugar & Cloth - Houston
A DIY Flip Photo Album for your Desktop! by lifestyle blogger Ashley Rose of Sugar & Cloth - Houston

DIY Flip Photo Album

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4.50 from 2 votes
This DIY Flip Photo Album tutorial shows you how to create a personalized keepsake album, perfect for showcasing your favorite photos and sparking nostalgic joy!
Active Time30 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course DIY
Category Photos

Equipment

  • Hole punch diameter of 1/8″ hole
  • Foam brush
  • Pencil

Materials

  • 1 wood square size dependent on size of photos
  • 1 subway tile or any other desired base material
  • 2 shoulder hook
  • Wood stain in color of choice
  • Instant epoxy glue
  • Personal polaroid photos

Notes

Estimated cost is based on materials chosen. Ours cost us less since we used scrap wood and leftover tile from a renovation project.

Instructions

  • Thoroughly sand the surface of the wood square for smooth edges and even staining.
  • Apply a thin coat of wood stain to your wood square using the foam brush. Let the stain dry completely according to the product instructions. Apply additional coats for a deeper color, if desired.
  • Hole punch the Instax Mini prints of your choice in the middle of the top white border with a 1/8 hole punch. Lay two prints side by side on the board to use as a guide to mark where to insert your hooks.
  • Attach the shoulder hooks to the wood by twisting them into place based on your hole markings. These rings will hold your Instax photos together.
  • Apply a generous amount of instant epoxy glue to the bottom of the wood piece. Quickly and carefully press the wood piece onto the center of the marble tile, ensuring its level to create a stand for your album. Hold firmly for a few minutes to allow the glue to set.
  • Carefully slip the photos into the shoulder hooks. And now you have your own DIY Flip Photo Album!
Cost: $30
KEYWORD: diy flip photo album, flip album

Thanks to Fujifilm for sponsoring this post, we’re huge fans!

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