Scrapbook Techniques & Ideas

• Realize that you do not need a lot of supplies to start your first scrapbook.
• Learn to create "Photograph Mosaics" for a "funky" look.
• Discover how tags can add a sense of professionalism to your project.
• Learn what you can do to fix mistakes... WITHOUT starting over!
• Understand the importance of a color scheme and how it will affect YOUR scrapbook's appearance.
• Realize that some photographs contain chemicals that might spell disaster for your book.
• Understand that chronological is not the ONLY choice when selecting order.
• Discover the art of weaving photographs for a 3D look.
• Learn some tips for "embellishing" your scrapbook.
• Discover why old glue and paste methods are a thing of the past.
• Learn to create homemade paper for use in your scrapbook.
• Discover what elements you need to pay attention to in order to keep your scrapbook from aging.
• Learn how to protect your scrapbook when including newspaper articles.
• Find where you can find graphics for your scrapbook for free.
• Discover 4 cheap items that can help turn you into a scrapbook-ing pro!
• Find 3 questions to ask yourself when selecting a theme.
• And there's MUCH more scrapbooking design tips - guaranteed!

More Scrapbook Techniques

"Embellishments need not be expensive. Odds and ends that you have from other craft projects work just fine. Be on the lookout for sales on fabric, plastic flowers, lace, beads, and whatever else takes your fancy. These items will no doubt come in handy on your next scrapbook project. Also keep a sharp eye out for deals in second hand stores and garage sales. Often used items can be ripped apart and the pieces reused literally for only pennies."
Embellishments, pg 9

"For a unique look to your background and borders, curl the edges of your border and background pages. Curled edges give depth to a scrapbook page. Furthermore, curled edges can soften and reduce the focus of a busy scrapbook page by directing the eye outwards."
Curled Edges, pg 17

"Crystal lacquer adds shine and protection to your photographs. This shine adds a soft elegance to any scrapbook page. However, crystal lacquer looks especially nice on more formal gift scrapbooks."
Crystal Lacquer, pg 32

"To create this frosted charm look, sprinkle embossing powder and glitter on the metal charms and heat. Repeat this process again, before the item has a chance to cool. Attach the charms to your scrapbook once they cool completely."
Frosting Charms, pg 35