Abstract: According to one aspect of the present invention, a kit and a method for the modification, customization and/or personalization of scrapbooks, picture frames, boxes and the like is provided. The kit may comprise instructions, at least one cutting pattern, a main article comprising an adhesive on at least a portion of its surface with a removable protective layer covering the adhesive, and at least one covering portion having an adhesive on at least a portion of its surface with a removable protective layer covering the adhesive. The kit permits a user to make use of old materials to customize items, such as scrapbooks and picture frames. The kit also allows a user to better personalize items that may be kept or that may be provided to others as gifts.