Pick the type of scrapbook you would like to make.
The scrapbook size you plan to work in will also depend on the purpose of the scrapbook.
If it will be used for actual cooking from the recipes, you might skip the 12"x12" size.
It might be a little difficult to handle while working in the kitchen.

Of course, you can fit more items on the larger size page, so you will have to decide the
importance of all the items you want to keep on your memory pages.

Pages can be designed to be facing in your album, or back to back design.

Be sure to use page protectors or recipe card sleeves to prevent pages from being ruined.