There are many elements that are often considered only for girl layouts, like flowers, glitter, bows, gems, etc. But they can be used on boy layouts.
Glitter - Use messy glitter, like glitter strokes or splashes. Golds, blues and greens work great!
Flowers - I found that small fabric flowers work best and in solid colors like brown, blue or white, with buttons in the center.
Ribbons - Use twill or grosgrain, in solid colors or simple patterns, stay away from florals or flourishes.
Gems - Antique looking gems or dull colors like blues, golds or dark reds.
Here are some layouts that use the items above in a boy layout (click on the image for credits):
Now how can you make a layout look masculine with all the great feminine styles, elements, kits, etc? Well here are some great, and popular, items to add to a boy layout: staples, tape, cardboard, boxes, snaps, buttons, twill, hardware (screws, nails, hinges…), string, paint, stars, keys, torn paper, denim or anything that looks old and worn. There are many other things to consider: colors, textures, and age of the male. The younger the male the more feminine items you can usually add. Like babies, adding lace, florals and pastels work but for a grown man that may not look so masculine (that also depends upon the man).
If you have some tips on how to make a layout masculine please feel free to post them here.
excellent tips! your layouts are terrific!
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That is an absolutely fantastic layout.
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What a great blog post, with some great ideas and inspiration. I have two girls and although I TRY to make “boyish” kits I just can’t!!!
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All these layouts are way…to cute. Love the knight in shining armor. Every family needs one.:)
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This is great. I am now to digitl scrapbooking and have been finding it a bit frustrating to find cute things for boys. THANK YOU so much for the inspirational ideas!!
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I am glad I can help!
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Thank You, this is Super Cute!!
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Your craft makes for a knockout collection! Thank you so much!!
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