Bstorify Large Scrapbook (28 x 28 cm) – 40 Sheets Kraft Paper Memory Book with Ribbon Closure

If you want a scrapbook that can genuinely take a bit of handling, this Bstorify Large Scrapbook is worth a look. On paper, it’s designed for long-term keepsakes: a chunky kraft paper set-up, a hard cover, and corner protection, all wrapped up in a size that feels practical for photos and memorabilia.

The 28 x 28 cm format also gives you more room than smaller albums. You’re not just “sticking photos in” — you can add ticket stubs, notes, small mementos and still have space to make pages look like you meant to do it.

The essentials

This scrapbook comes in a large 28 x 28 cm layout and includes 40 sheets (80 pages) of thick kraft paper (200 GSM). It uses a ribbon closure, plus a hard cover and corner protectors to help guard the pages during storage. The spine is spiral-bound, which is handy if you like your album to lie flatter when you’re working.

It’s the sort of memory book you’d pick for anniversaries, baby keepsakes, travel memories, weddings (as a guest book-style keepsake) or the everyday “we’ll be glad we kept this” moments.

What you’ll notice day to day

The most noticeable practical detail here is the way it’s built for staying-power. Thick kraft paper (200 GSM) tends to feel more substantial than thin scrapbook sheets, and the hard cover plus corner protection is a sensible combination for anything you plan to store for years.

The spiral binding also matters in use. When you’re designing pages at a table, it’s easier to open the book out while you place photos and embellishments. And because it can expand to fit your content, it’s less likely to feel instantly “full” once you start adding keepsakes that don’t want to be neatly flattened.

One limitation to keep in mind: kraft paper and thicker pages are great for texture, but they can be a little less forgiving if you’re planning super minimal, “perfectly clean” layouts. The paper has character — which is great for storytelling, just not everyone’s taste.

Key features that support creative scrapbooking

If you’re the kind of person who likes to personalise the cover and pages, this album is set up for that. The hard cover can be decorated with pens, paints, stickers and even glitter for a more expressive look.

A page is designed to hold photos conveniently (the description references up to 4 photos of 6 x 4 inches), which gives you a starting point. Beyond that, you’ll likely end up doing your own arrangement — tickets, notes, pressed items and layered journalling — because that’s where a scrapbook becomes more than storage.

So, does it work for regular crafts too? Yes, the 200 GSM kraft paper and sturdy cover make it a reasonable canvas for art and craft projects, not only for photographs.

Who it suits (and who should think twice)

It makes sense if you’re after a durable memory book with enough page space for real scrapbooking, not just quick photo dumping.

It might not be a great match if you prefer ultra-smooth pages for sketching or printing, or if you want an album that stays very slim once decorated. Also, if you’re very heavy-handed with glue and bulky embellishments, any scrapbook can get bulky — spiral-expansion helps, but it’s not magic.

You’ll get the best experience if you want something that’s designed to be kept and revisited, with a closure that helps keep everything together when it’s on a shelf.

When it makes sense to buy this scrapbook

This is the type of scrapbook you buy when you actually plan to use it: anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Christmas gifts, wedding guest-remembering, baby keepsakes, and travel journalling. It’s also practical if you like to make pages over time and return to the album later.

As a simple example, you might dedicate one spread to a holiday: place a few 6 x 4 inch photos, add a short handwritten note about the day, then include a couple of small ticket stubs and a sticker or two along the edges. The ribbon closure helps keep those loose bits from shifting while you’re not working on it.

Final verdict

Worth considering if you want a large scrapbook with thick 200 GSM kraft paper, hard cover protection, and corner safeguards, plus a ribbon closure and spiral spine that can open up while you create. It feels more “keepsake-ready” than basic albums.

However, it may not suit you if you’re chasing a very neat, flat, lightweight album for minimal layouts, or if you need highly uniform paper for printing or delicate sketching. If your priority is durability and creative page freedom, this one fits the brief.

Frequently asked questions

FAQ

What size are the pages?

The scrapbook is described as 28 x 28 cm.

How many sheets and pages does it include?

It includes 40 sheets, which equates to 80 pages.

What paper weight is it?

The kraft paper is described as 200 GSM.

Does it close securely?

Yes, it includes a ribbon closure.

Is it only for photos?

No. While it’s designed for memories and scrapbooking, the thick kraft paper and sturdy format also make it suitable for art and craft projects.