A Must-Have for Scrapbookers, Travelers, and Creative Documenters

If you've ever wondered how I print all those tiny, perfect photos for my junk journals and scrapbook pages - this is the post for you. 

For the past year or so, I've been using the Kodak Step Mobile Photo Printer, and honestly, I don't think I could go back to anything else. It connects to my phone via Bluetooth, and I can pick and choose exactly which photos I want to print - right from my camera roll - without needing a computer, cables, or bulky printer setup. 

It's compact enough to fit in my bag and it's perfect for journaling on the go, especially when traveling, at a coffee shop, or just sitting outside in the sun with my journal. 

Why I Love the Kodak Step Printer

There are a few features that make this little guy a permanent part of my creative toolkit:

🖼️ Prints as Stickers

The Kodak Premium Zink Photo Paper has a peel-and-stick backing, which means no need for glue or tape. I just print, peel, and stick the photo straight onto my journal page. Easy, quick, and mess-free! Take a look at starting a Travel Journal with me and find out what other tools I use! Click here to read more!

📱 Bluetooth Connectivity + Easy App

The Kodak app is simple to use and comes with lots of fun features:

• Add borders, stickers, filters, or text before printing
• Create photo collages to fit more memories per page
• Resize or adjust layout to save on paper

Sometimes I print 2 or 3 images on one sheet to get the most out of each pack of photo paper - especially when I've taken a ton of pictures in one outing. 

🎒 Portable and Lightweight

It's small enough to slip into almost any tote, pouch, or backpack, so I can take it with me and journal in real time instead of waiting until I get home to remember the moment. 

Not Sponsored—But I Talk About It Constantly

I'm not sponsored by Kodak (although I probably should be with how often I recommend this printer!), but I genuinely love this tool and use it several times a week. It's come up in so many conversation online and in person - whenever someone sees my journaling process, they're amazed I can print such cute, quality photos without needing a big printer or having to go to a store to get them printed. 

I even have an unboxing and setup video on my Instagram if you want a closer look at how it works. 

Other Mobile Photo Printers to Explore

While the Kodak Step is my personal favorite, there are several other popular mini printers you might want to explore:

• Canon Ivy
• HP Sprocket
• Polaroid Hi-Print
• Fujifilm Instax Mini Link

I haven’t personally used these, but many people in the journaling community swear by them. Each has its own style, paper type, and app features - so it all comes down to your personal preference and budget. 

Perfect For:

• Junk journaling
• Travel logs
• Scrapbooking
• Vision boards
• Art diaries
• Memory keeping with friends or kids

Whether you want to create memory spreads, add real-life inspiration to your creative pages, or simply make journaling a little more fun and hands-on, having a mobile photo printer can make a big difference. 

What About You?

Do you use a mini printer for your creative projects?
What brand do you love?
How do you incorporate printed photos into your journaling?

Let me know in the comment, or better yet - share your setup on Instagram and tag me with #createwithmata so I can see what you're working on!