The 10 Best Friend Scrapbooks of 2023

Our top picks from Doodlehog, Kolo Hudson, and Amazon

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Best Friend Scrapbooks

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Scrapbooking is a fun way to preserve your best memories with friends. There are countless scrapbook options available at an array of price points and styles. 

We researched the best friendship scrapbooks, considering quality, value, and style. Our list includes a travel-themed scrapbook for your shared adventures, a design-your-own scrapbook from Doodlehog that’s perfect for tweens, and a chic, photo-centric scrapbook from Kolo Hudson.

Here are top friends’ scrapbooks.

Our Top Picks

Best Stylish

Bemece Scrapbook

Bemece Scrapbook

Amazon

What We Like
  • Stylish black-on-black design

  • Sturdy, hard cover

  • Includes metallic pens, plus stencils and stickers

What We Don't Like
  • Colors you already own may not show up on all-black paper

In addition to its sleek black exterior, this stylish scrapbook contains all-black pages—80 of them—throughout, giving you a striking backdrop for photos and stickers. Tying the whole thing together (literally) is a silky black ribbon that makes for an elegant touch. This book has a sturdy hardcover exterior, too.

While regular colored pencils and most markers will not show up on these pages, fret not: this book comes with metallic pens, which show up beautifully against the dark paper and add a unique touch. You’ll also receive six stencils and a few sticker sheets for adorning the pages—though it’s worth noting that many are holiday-themed.

Dimensions: 12 x 8 inches︱Number of Pages: 40 double-sided (can decorate 80)

Best Capacity

ADVcer Photo Album DIY Scrapbook

ADVcer Photo Album DIY Scrapbook

Amazon

What We Like
  • Leather exterior

  • Beautiful heart embellishment

  • Can hold 100 (4 x 6) photos

What We Don't Like
  • On the pricey side

This stunning leather-bound book can hold 100 photos (4 x 6), which means there’s a lot of room for placing your favorite photo memories within the hardboard pages. If you happen to have more photos than the pages can hold, rest assured that this binder expands and can accommodate extra or refill pages.

The binder-style book is super sturdy, thanks to its three-ring binding, stiff interior paper, and of course, leather cover. The embossed heart design adds an elegant touch to the front cover that really ties the whole book together. We love that the book is available in a bevy of different colors, though we’re partial to the cyan hue.

Dimensions: 10 x 10 inches︱Number of Pages: 50

Best for Multiple-Sized Photos

Potricher Self Adhesive Photo Album

Potricher Self Adhesive Photo Album

Amazon

What We Like
  • Magnetic pen

  • Accommodates many photo sizes

  • Many colors to choose from

What We Don't Like
  • Capacity is not as large as some other options

This photobook-scrapbook combo is the perfect way to capture your friendship—whether that’s through photos or notes. Feel free to add pictures of virtually any size, becaues this book accommodates 4 x 6, 8.5 x 11, and tons of sizes in between. Simply remove the plastic film from the page, place your photos where you’d like, and marvel at how easily everything adheres in place.

For doodling, drawing, and note-writing, this book also comes with a stylish pen. It’s magnetic, too, and snaps nicely onto the magnetized book. The hardcover book comes in a rainbow of different colors, which allows you to customize your friendship book based on your pal’s favorite hue. Linen drapes the outside of the book, giving it a breezy, modern edge. Smack-dab in the middle of the cover is a slot for inserting your favorite friendship picture.

Dimensions: 11 x 10 inches︱Number of Pages: 40

Best Luxury

Kolo Hudson 3up Photo Album

Kolo Hudson 3up Photo Album

Amazon

What We Like
  • Timeless design

  • Archival quality pages

  • Space for notes

What We Don't Like
  • Pricey

If you’re looking to gift your friend a luxury photo scrapbook, look no further than this premium pick. The narrow rectangular shape is dissimilar to most but gives it a chic style that begs to be on display. Choose from an array of design-inspired hues for the front cover. Black leather is also an option. All books sport a square cutout near the top of the cover for showcasing your favorite image.

On the inside, you’ll find three 4 x 6 photo pockets per page, each of which is made from high-quality, acid-free materials. You can add up to 300 photos, all without worrying about them warping or degrading over the years, thanks to the archival quality of the pages. The pages allow for note-writing and doodling, too, as each page contains a space for penmanship and heartfelt words.

Dimensions: 8.25 x 12 inches︱Number of Pages: 100

Best Kids'

ALEX Toys Alex DIY Friends 4 Ever Scrapbook

ALEX Toys Alex DIY Friends 4 Ever Scrapbook

Amazon

What We Like
  • Includes 453 pieces

  • All-in-one kit

  • Made specifically for kids

What We Don't Like
  • Glue may be on the dry side

Made with kids in mind, this set contains an array of helpful materials like tape, scissors, and glue in addition to the physical scrapbook, and all materials are kid-friendly and kid-sized. Additionally, you’ll find faux gemstones, washi tape, and more goodies (the kit contains a whopping 453 pieces).

With a total of 48 pages, kids will be able to fill this book to their heart’s content with photos, stickers (also included), and so much more. Whether your child is working on this book for their BFF, or the book is a collaboration between two kids, this book is sure to occupy kids (ages six and up) and activate their creative capabilities. This set is great from a value standpoint, listed at under $25.

Dimensions: 12.6 x 6.7 x 12.7 inches︱Number of Pages: 48

Best Teen

Doodle Hog Design Your Own Scrapbook

Doodle Hog Design Your Own Scrapbook

Amazon

What We Like
  • Pages are thick

  • On-trend designs

  • Washi tape and patterned paper included

What We Don't Like
  • On the smaller side

Great for tweens and teens, this scrapbook kit contains a host of fun stickers, cute washi tape, and tons of pages to design and decorate. The end result is a scrapbook with a durable hardcover that’s sure to last years, and the overall vibe of the included accouterments is ultimately very on-trend. The materials are high-quality, too, so there’s no need to supplement with your own supplies (e.g. replacing dried-out gluestick!).

Dimensions: 8.7 x 8.7 x 1.2 inches︱Number of Pages: 40

Best for Gifting

MCS MBI Embossed Scrapbook Album

MCS MBI 13.5x12.5 Inch Embossed Gloss Expressions Scrapbook Album
Courtesy of Amazon
What We Like
  • 12 x 12 page size

  • Matte with glossy letters

  • Secure and durable

What We Don't Like
  • Pages not as thick as some other options

While the cover of this friendship scrapbook is mostly matte, you’ll notice glossy letters spelling out sweet friend-focused sentiments when you turn it to the light. Choose from seven different colors: we’re partial to the hot pink and the royal purple.

The book’s 12 x 12 size makes it the perfect fit for many scrapbook pages, which are often sold in 12 x 12 format, too. Lastly, the square scrapbook is secured with a stretchy elastic band that holds everything together.

Dimensions: 12 x 12 inches︱Number of pages: 20

Best Travel

BBwill Travel Scrapbook

BBwill Travel Scrapbook

Amazon

What We Like
  • Binding can be untied for adding more pages

  • Kraft paper pages

What We Don't Like
  • Unconventional rectangular size may be harder to work with

This travel-centric scrapbook is perfect for your go-to travel buddy. The front cover, which says “Our Adventure Book,” adds a fun and on-theme touch to the design—so, too, do the leather-like ties that bind the book together. Feel free to untie and retie the binding as you see fit, or you need to rearrange or add pages.

The pages are made from Kraft paper, so they’re sturdy and thick. Fill them with photos, ticket stubs, and notes about your favorite excursions. Kraft paper is super easy to write on with most markers, too, making this a versatile option.

Dimensions: 10.3 x 7 inches︱Number of pages: 40

Best Scrapbook Set

Vienrose Scrapbook Photo Album DIY Set with Stickers and Colorful Pens

Vienrose Scrapbook Photo Album DIY Set with Stickers and Colorful Pens

Amazon

What We Like
  • Kraft paper pages

  • Stickers included

  • 10 colorful markers included

What We Don't Like
  • The binding does not allow for adding additional pages or reassembling

Looking for an all-in-one kit that contains everything you need to start scrapbooking? This one fits the bill. In addition to its sturdy 8 x 11 hardcover facade, it’s equipped with thick, substantial pages that are ready to write on. You’ll also receive a rainbow of colorful markers–ten of them–a plethora of stickers, and peel and stick photo corners for keeping you most cherished pictures in place. Considering everything you get with this purchase and the quality of the materials, it’s an excellent buy from a value standpoint too.

Dimensions: 11 x 8 inches︱Number of pages: 80

Best Minimalist

Potricher DIY Hardcover Scrapbook Photo Album

Potricher DIY Hardcover Scrapbook Photo Album

Amazon

What We Like
  • Simple, classic design

  • Color variety

  • Sturdy

What We Don't Like
  • Colors online may vary slightly from actual book

A great buy for people who prefer minimalistic design, this scrapbook is essentially 100 percent blank from the cover to the pages. It has a simple spiral binding that allows for easy page turning, and the 12 x 12 size is perfect for arranging a slew of sentimental pieces. You’ll also have a range of muted, stylish colors to choose from, including white, baby pink, and beige. 

Dimensions: 8 x 8 inches, 10 x 10 inches, 12 x 12 inches︱Number of pages: 80

What to Look for in a Best Friends Scrapbook

Large Capacity for Photos

When looking for a best friends scrapbook, look for books that can accommodate photos, whether that’s in the form of photo slots or paper that can easily adhere to photos. If you're purchasing online, pay close attention to the dimensions of the pages in your preferred scrapbook.

Durability

Acid-free pages are a good idea for preserving the photos for as long as possible. Look for books with a hardcover for durability. Pages made from thicker paper, such as Kraft paper, are sturdy and will last longer.

Bindings

If you plan to add a lot of photos, it’s a good idea to choose a book that has a clasplike feature, such as a tie or elastic to hold everything together. Some scrapbooks come with decorative clasps, like elastic ribbons, which elevates their gifting value.

FAQ
  • Where can I make a scrapbook online for free?

    You can find many websites that offer free scrapbook templates, including Mixbook, Canva, and Smilebox. These sites allow you to upload photos from your computer or social media, and you can share the finished product via a customized link.

  • What do you write in a scrapbook for a loved one?

    Sentimental messages, silly inside jokes, and memories written next to a pasted photo of the moment are all great starting points. If you're stuck, you can also add in meaningful quotes to fill in some gap areas. The best messages tell your loved one how much they mean to you.

  • What do you put in a scrapbook for your best friend?

    Photos are a great place to start. In addition to 4 x 6 photos, polaroid photos can add a fun touch. Any other flat item that feels representative of your friendship or memories you’ve made together—like a concert ticket or map—work. You can also add fun stickers, washi tape, and virtually any other artistic medium you want. A handwritten note, or little sentences and doodles scattered throughout the book, also add a nice touch.

Why Trust The Spruce Crafts

For this roundup, Sophie Wirt considered a range of scrapbook types and chose them based on durability, style, and ability to hold both photos and written notes. We chose books with photo slots, large dimensions, books that were easy to write in, and sets that came with additional supplies and materials.

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