New year, new family yearbook
In 2025 we're saying goodbye to overflowing photo apps and hidden gems buried deep on your computer hard drive. This year the MILK team is determined to help you put together the family yearbook of your dreams. From adapting your photo taking techniques to selecting pictures and choosing the right layouts, we have perfected the best family yearbook making techniques to help you create a keepsake to flip through time and time again.
How to sort your 2025 family yearbook
1. Note down every moment
2. Create a streamlined system
3. Contribute regularly
4. Make it personal
5. Build an inspiring collection
Start by capturing everyday snapshots: breakfast around the table, family game nights, road trips, and even the everyday moments at home. These might seem insignificant in the moment but are often the most nostalgic when looking through your family yearbook. Encourage the rest of your family to follow suit, documenting the moments, big and small, that will soon make up your family yearbook. This way when it comes time to start creating, you'll have a diverse collection of memories to choose from.
To keep the family yearbook process smooth and stress free, contributing regularly is crucial. We recommend setting aside some time each month to upload photos, jot down notes, or even add a quick summary of key moments. This way, you won’t find yourself scrambling at the end of the year trying to remember everything. Regular contributions to your family yearbook help to stay organized and ensure that no milestones slip through the cracks. Not to mention creating a much more enjoyable experience as you’re able to reflect on the memories as they happen rather than playing catch-up later.
3. Contribute regularly
Staying on top of your photos can be one of the toughest parts of creating a family yearbook, but we have a smart solution: set up a shared family album or folder. This way, everyone can contribute, allowing you to capture the full scope of your family’s experiences from different angles. Not only does this make your family yearbook more cohesive, but it also ensures that no memory gets overlooked. With contributions from every family member, you'll have a treasure trove of moments to include, making your yearbook even more meaningful and personal. We recommend a shared iCloud or Google Drive folder, so as soon as the photos have been taken you can easily file them away to be added into your family yearbook later.
The art of designing your family yearbook is much more than just laying out pictures, it's about capturing all the unique elements that make up your family lifestyle and character. Think about the traditions, inside jokes, and special moments that define your family. Include handwritten notes from each member or fill the text boxes with little anecdotes and mementos that tell your story. You might want to feature spotlights on each person, showing their growth over the year or their beloved memories. Your family yearbook isn’t just a collection of pictures; it’s a true reflection of your family’s personality, energy, and love for one another. Weaving these details throughout your family yearbook will create something that feels deeply meaningful and, most importantly, personal to your family.
When designing your 2025 family yearbook, think of it as a living collection that you can draw inspiration from year after year. Think of your family yearbook as creating a visual and emotional archive that you’ll want to revisit time and time again. This yearbook should be a source of comfort and motivation - a reminder of the key memories and special moments that define each year.
As your family grows and evolves, your family yearbook collection should grow with you and continue to adapt to the life you've built together with your loved ones. When adding future yearbooks to your collection, be mindful of the orientation, size, and cover fabric choices you make to ensure they not only complement one another but also create an aesthetically pleasing look on your bookshelf, adding another layer of beauty to your home.
Building your 2025 family yearbook is more than just a creative project - it’s an opportunity to reflect on the beauty of your shared experiences and to preserve the moments that truly matter. With consistent effort, and lots of love, you’re creating a keepsake that will not only tell the story of the year but also spark joy for years to come. So, take your time to capture your yearly memories - those little, everyday moments as well as the big family milestones. Remember, this yearbook isn’t just for now, it’s a treasure you’ll revisit as a reminder of how far you’ve come and the love that ties you together. When you look back, you’ll find that the time, effort, and heart you put into it will make all the memories even more precious. Happy yearbooking!
