Why scrapbooks need to be acid free

March 21st, 2012

Scrapbooking has become one of the most popular past times among Americans today.  With so many options from layout designs, paper choices, and even digital scrapbooking, it has become extremely popular.  There are however certain things to keep in mind when it comes to scrapbooking; one for example is why scrapbooks need to be acid free.  This seems to be one of the most important aspects of scrapbooking so let’s take a closer look at whey “acid free” is such a big deal.

What’s the big deal about “acid free” products?
Scrapbooking use to be taking pictures and then putting them into an album.  There wasn’t much more to it than that.  Today however, the word scrapbooking has taken on an entirely new meaning.  With much more creativity and supplies available to customers, scrapbooking has truly become an art form.  So what’s the big deal about “acid free” stuff anyway?  Well, it was about five years ago that people began raving about the subject of acid in the scrapbooking world.  And although professional photographers and even computer manufacturers knew about it, the amateur world knew nothing of acid in scrapbooking.  Today most people know that if your supplies aren’t acid free that you have much greater risk of losing quality or damaging your scrapbook pages.  Hundreds of dollars are spent on acid free products; paper, pens, adhesives, etc.  So the big deal about “acid free” is that it is much safer and helps preserve your photographs and scrapbook pages much longer than if you don’t use acid free products.

Which products are the most important to be acid free?
Since “acid free” is best, and most scrapbookers know this, it’s important to know which products will make the biggest different with acid.  Acid free products will keep your photographs from fading and give them life for generations.  And since scrapbooking isn’t getting any cheaper (in fact it’s probably much more expensive than it use to be) there are certain things that you can look for in terms of buying “acid free” that will make the biggest difference.

  • Acid free background paper. The paper you choose as your background should be more than just an eye catcher; it should be acid free.  Since most of your pictures are going to be touching the background paper in some way or another you really want the background paper to be acid free.  Unfortunately, the background papers can be the most expensive part of a scrapbook layout so look for the stores that are having sales on paper.  For example, you will probably find better prices at a store like Walmart, than you will at a specialty scrapbook store.  You might not find quite as many choices but they still offer a good variety.  You can usually by packs of cardstock from Walmart, whereas you will probably have to pay by the sheet at a specialty store.
  • Acid free adhesives. This is the other most important product to get acid free for obvious reasons.  You use adhesives directly on your photographs and paper and don’t want to cause any damage to sensitive photographs.  You can find photo squares, runner tool adhesives, as well as other types of adhesives and glues that are acid free and safe for your pictures and pages.  It’s best not to use glue sticks on your photos even if they say they are acid free though.  Stick with the photo squares.  As for embellishments, it’s difficult to tell which ones or acid free and which ones are not, so consider carefully where you want to put metal, wood, or other types of embellishments.

Hopefully you have a better idea of why scrapbooks need to be acid free.  The most important thing to consider is the photograph; if you lose a photograph you lose a memory.  Sticking with acid free products and supplies will help preserve your pages and pictures much longer.

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What you should know about page protectors for scrapbooks

March 20th, 2012

Page protectors are an essential part of scrapbooks because they help to keep the pages safe from dirt or moisture.  But there are some page protectors that aren’t as good as other ones.  Let’s take a look at some of the good qualities in a page protector and some things that you should look out for when going shopping for page protectors.

Page protectors have a lot of things in common with paper that you use in scrapbooking.  It can be acidic and have things that aren’t going to let the page protector last for a long time in it.  Many page protectors aren’t safe for archival, that is they aren’t going to last for 50 years.  They will start to turn yellow and will eventually ruin the pages of the scrapbook.  Pages of a scrapbook are like wedding dresses.  If not given the proper care, they slowly turn yellow and eventually ruin.

A good page protector that will last for a long time and that will protect your pictures is one that is acid free.  Some of the less expensive page protectors aren’t acid free so make sure they are before you buy them.  Usually the package will say if the page protectors are safe for scrapbooking and if they will last a long time.  They will say something like archival safe or will keep your photos safe for years and years.

Many stores sell page protectors that will last for a long time.  You can buy them at craft stores, office supply stores, and even super-centers.  Again, just make sure that they are going to be acid free and safe for your photos.  The cheaper ones will be the ones that you don’t want.  Sometimes they are less expensive if they are on sale so stock up then.  Page protectors are something that you will probably never run out of.  If you are scrapbooking for your entire family, you will realize that they get used up way too fast, even if you put two sheets of paper in them or are using both sides of the paper.

Page protectors are something that you shouldn’t skimp on when it comes to scrapbooking.  It pays to buy the acid free kind and the archival safe kind.  You don’t want to have to redo your scrapbook or have it look horrible in 20 years.  You want those memories to be kept safe.  Some people might not think you need the page protectors, but they help to keep out dirt and moisture.  You don’t have to go crazy with the page protectors, but do use them the next time you scrapbook.

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Using punches, and punchwork for scrapbooking

March 19th, 2012

Scrapbooking is a much favored pastime.  You can create pages that are about family, friends, and loved ones.  You can do so much with scrapbooks.  One of the best things to use are punches.  They are so much fun to use and can help you create the perfect scrapbook.  Let’s take a look at using punches and punchwork ideas for scrapbooking.

There are lots of different kinds of punches.  Most people can’t buy the entire selection that the store has so pick a few that will work with your theme.  If you are doing a wedding book, buy a heart and wedding bells if they have them.  If you are doing a baby book, buy again the heart, and any punches that relate to a baby.  There are so many options.  You can also find punches online if you want a certain punch or are looking for something more than what your store has in stock.  Probably the most popular and most used are heart punches and star punches.  You can use them all over.

The great thing about punches is that you can create them in any color you want.  You just have to have the paper.  They aren’t like stamps where you have to spend a lot on the stamp and also the ink pad.  You can use patterned paper and make a design with the paper.  It is a great way to make an embellishment and make your scrapbook look great without spending a lot of money.

You can create confetti with the punches.  If you are decorating a birthday page, use a lot of punches to create confetti on the page.  You can use different colors of the same punch or you can use different kinds of punches.

Use the scraps from the punch as well.  When you use the punch you have the background leftover.  It creates a picture surrounded by paper.  Use these.  You can put them on top of another sheet of paper with a different color and create almost a new punch.  You can do this with any punch.

Sometimes punches will start to stick.  Usually when they are older or have been used a lot.  Don’t throw away your punch but get some wax paper.  Punch some designs onto the wax paper just like you would if you were using normal paper.  It will help loosen the punch and will help to keep it working like new.

Punches are a great way to add to your scrapbook.  They allow you to make your own little die cut without buying a die cut machine or buying the die cuts themselves.  The next time you scrapbook try out a punch and see how well it works for you.

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Using Photoshop for scrapbooking

March 18th, 2012

Using Photoshop for scrapbooking can make your scrapbooking projects easier with some of the elements that are included in the Photoshop software for scrapbooking.
If you are not familiar with using Photoshop for scrapbooking it may be a good idea to run through a few of their tutorials. These tutorials can be found online at a site called Tutorials 4 you or on the Photoshop software itself. Using the Photoshop tutorials before making a scrapbook can eliminate any problems that you might have navigating your way around the software and make your scrapbooking project easier on you. A good Photoshop tutorial will tell you how to add layers, crop pictures and add journaling with ease.
Photoshop will help you to make a layout with all the embellishment, layering and your photos with just a click of your mouse. The Photoshop software includes a navigation system or toolbar that will allow you to find the paper patterns and colors that you want for your particular scrapbook page along with any extra embellishments. Since everything in Photoshop is right there on a software program your scrapbooking time can be cut in half.
The Photoshop toolbar will also allow you to delete any of the work you have already done if you do not like the way it looks. This makes scrapbooking so much easier because you can experiment with your layouts unlike traditional scrapbooking. You will not have to worry about wasting your paper on a bad cut that may not work because the paper will always be available. Using these elements in the Photoshop for scrapbooking software can make your project easier.
Using the Photoshop software for scrapbooking can be cost effective and space saving. The Photoshop software takes away the need for you to have all the products at hand in various storage containers. Because everything you may need to make a digital scrapbook can be used over and over nothing is wasted saving you money. All your papers, embellishments and other scrapbook products will now be on your computer freeing up valuable space on your tables and shelves giving you back precious home space. Also, because your scrapbooks are now printed out they will be flat and will take up less space on your book shelves.
Setting up your work area when using Photoshop for scrapbooking will become more efficient. Photoshop allows you to start the program and begin working immediately whereas traditional scrapbooking could be very time consuming. You will also be able to use Photoshop for scrapbooking to save the progress you made on any particular layout without the worry of messing up that layout. Using Photoshop for scrapbooking is so easy it can give you the time to dedicate to scrapbooking that you have always wanted.
One of the best things you can do with the Photoshop for scrapbooking software is to use a double or single page layout. This Photoshop action will quickly transform a double page layout into two single paged layouts for ease of printing. Yet the transformation will still preserve your original double page layout. If you create a lot of double paged layouts this is a time saver.
Using Photoshop for scrapbooking is the answer for someone who wants to scrapbook but doesn’t have the time or even the money to dedicate to this expensive hobby. The ease of downloading the software and using it to create a one of a kind scrapbook layout can be done by just about anyone. Using Photoshop for scrapbooking will also allow you to print your layouts or send them off to friends and family via email or a blog.

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Using photo tinting in scrapbooks

March 17th, 2012

Creating fantastic and unique photos for your scrapbook doesn’t have to be rocket science.  There are several ways to make your scrapbook designs and layouts spectacular and several things you can do to enhance your photos.  One way of making your page look unique is to use photo tinting in your scrapbook.

Hand tinting, or hand coloring is a process by which you use special paints to color a black and white image.  This particular process began before color film was even available in the late 1800’s and has a popular way to enhance a photograph.  It can be used today to add a very personal touch to any picture you want and people all over the world are taking to it quickly.

How to tint a photograph
With the right tools and supplies, tinting a photograph can be fairly easy.  Here’s how:

  • Choose your photo. This may be the most difficult part about the entire process; choosing the picture.  With so many photographs it can be difficult, however if you are just starting out choose one that you won’t mind messing up a little.  One that doesn’t hold real significant value, or even better, you could make a copy of a black and white picture in case you make a mistake.  The only real requirement for the picture is that it is black and white without any really sharp contrasting areas.  Also try to pick and image with very little detail on it or large expanses of color.
  • Get your supplies together. There are some basic supplies you will need for tinting a photograph.  As we have already discussed you will need to find your picture; make sure it is done in a matte or satin finish.  Don’t print it off your inkjet printer from home because the results will not be the same and you will find yourself greatly disappointed with the results.  Another supply you will need is a tinting pen which you can find at most scrapbook, craft, or hobby stores.  And lastly, depending on how quickly your pens dry you might also need purchase some cotton cloths to help blend your colors a little.
  • Decide on a starting point. Before you just jump right into coloring your picture you need to choose a starting point.  It’s best if this is the first time tinting for you to start with smaller areas first.  Then as you start with the small areas first you can work your way around the picture from smallest to largest areas.
  • Start tinting. You will find that tinting your picture is a lot like coloring a book.  The lines you are coloring in will provide the texture of your picture; you are just enhancing it.  Depending on which kind of pen you use (wide or fine) will depend on the result of your tinting.  And it also might take several layers of the tinting pen to achieve your desired result.  Once you have finished with your picture go back and correct any areas that need fixing.  Are there any spots you have missed, or do you need any additional layers of color?  Make any necessary touch ups.
  • Let it dry. Yes the last step to this process is to let your picture dry.  They generally need about 24 hours for the tinting pens to completely dry.  Set it in a cool and dry place where it won’t collect dust and small fingers can’t get at it.

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Using patterned paper, various techniques and tips

March 16th, 2012

When scrapbooking, most people turn to patterned paper to help create their pages. Patterned paper can make your photos come alive and add a certain mood to your pages.

The following are some various techniques and tips for using patterned paper to make your scrapbook pages come alive.

Choosing paper
The paper you choose as your background will depend a on the photos you use and the mood you want to create. For example, if you are scrapbooking photos from a wedding, you might choose pastel colored patterns with flowers or wedding quotes. On the other hand, if the wedding was a casual beach affair, your background pattern could be brighter and have things like shells or a beach scene on it.

Following the theme of your photos is also a good idea, so put photos of your kids trick-or-treating on Halloween paper, or use Christmas background paper when scrapbooking pictures from Christmas morning.

Take your photos with you
When choosing paper, bring the photos you are going to scrapbook with you; this way, you can match the colors in the photos with the paper. So if you are scrapbooking a photo of a child wearing pink clothing, a pink patterned background paper would bring out the colors in the photo.

You should also use your photos to help you decide how “busy” your background paper is. If you have a photo that has a lot of people or background sites in it, choose a pattern that is more subtle. The same goes for a simple photo; a simple snapshot of someone can be placed on patterned paper that is brighter and has more going on. Contrasting your photos with your paper will help to reduce visual clutter.

Layer photos on solid paper first
Most seasoned scrapbookers mount or mat their photos on solid paper before arranging them onto the patterned background paper; this is because often times, the photos themselves have so much going on that it can look too busy if a photo is placed directly on top of a patterned piece of paper. Choose a piece of solid paper that coordinates with the colors in the photo as well as the background paper, and then cut it so it is slightly larger than the photo. Mount the photo on the paper, then attach it to the patterned paper.

Mix your patterned paper
You don’t have to stick with just one pattern; you can get creative by mixing different patterns that match or have a similar theme. Arrange strips of patterned paper on top of solid, or put different patterns together to form a block formation. You can use the patterned paper as a border by cutting 2-inch strips and framing the solid paper, or use it as a double mat for photos, with a solid background, a patterned mat, and a smaller solid mat for the pictures. Another good idea is to use the patterned paper for your lettering or titles.

Don’t cover all your pattern up
Part of the point of patterned paper is for it to show, so make sure you don’t cover it all with solid journaling or pictures. Try journaling (this is writing the story behind the photos) your scrapbook on vellum, so the pattern shows through the back, making sure to use a dark marker.

Making your scrapbook pages come alive is easy to do with patterned paper. The above tips and techniques are a great place to start.

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Using organic materials (pressed flowers, etc.) in scrapbooks

March 15th, 2012

Nature is full of many beautiful organic materials such as flowers, herbs, and leaves, just to name a few. So why not preserve them in your scrapbooks?

Using pressed flowers, leaves, and other organic materials in your scrapbooks is simple to do and can really add beauty and elegance to your scrapbooks.

The following are some tips for using pressed flowers, leaves, and other organic materials in your scrapbooks.

What types of organic materials should I use?
Many people limit their scrapbook designs to flowers, but you can use all types of organic materials. Some ideas include leaves, herbs, grasses, ferns, carrot tops, or even different types of weeds. Basically, anything you find attractive or you think would be a nice accent to your scrapbook.

How do I choose organic materials?
If you are scrapbooking a family vacation or nature walk that you have taken pictures of, this is a great time to pick up any leaves, smooth thin rocks, flowers, or other foliage to include in your scrapbooking as mementos of the outing.

As a general rule, the thinner flowers and foliage are the best types to collect because they will dry faster, keeping more of their rich color. Flowers that will still look like a flower in bloom when pressed are a good choice.

When choosing leaves to press, the best leaves are drier. These press well. You should also look for leaves that are flat and aren’t spotted or bumpy. Choose leaves that are in various stages of changing colors, as these will usually retain their color.

Even smooth stones can be used as embellishments in scrapbooking. Make sure they are small and thin, if possible, and won’t weigh the paper down.

How do I prepare them?
You will want to press the organic materials you gather before you incorporate them into your scrapbooking. This is easy and really only requires a few heavy books. Place the flowers or leaves between paper towels, then put them inside the book. Next, stack more heavy books, a hand weight, or other heavy items on top of the book. You will want about 15-20 pounds resting on top. Your flowers, leaves, or foliage will be completely dry and ready to scrapbook within 2-3 weeks.

Use a lightweight UV acrylic glue (non-tacky) before scrapbooking them. This will keep them from becoming brittle and crumbling, and it will also help preserve their color.

How do I use them in scrapbooks?
You can use your organic material in scrapbooks in a number of different ways, including:

  • Behind vellum. A pretty way to incorporate your organic materials is to attach them to the page, and then journal on vellum and place the vellum over the flower or leaf. Or, you can leave the vellum blank and place it over the flower. This gives is a softer look and also helps to protect it.
  • Pressed flowers and leaves make nice backgrounds for photos, particularly if they are larger and the photo is trimmed.
  • Use pressed leaves as the background for a themed scrapbook page, such as a drive to look at fall foliage, pictures of kids playing in the leaves, or a nature hike.
  • Press flowers from special occasions. Save a flower from your wedding bouquet, a bouquet you got on Valentine’s Day, or other special occasions and press them for use when scrapbooking about that event.

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Using Lumapix FotoFusion for scrapbooking

March 14th, 2012

Using Lumapix FotoFusion for scrapbooking can make scrapbooking easier. Here are some of the many ways that using the Lumapix FotoFusion for scrapbooking can help you to get a great digital scrapbook with little effort.
Using Lumapix FotoFusion for scrapbooking will give you easy clean up. Since all your scrapbooking elements are on the software it only requires that you save your work and close out of the program. You will no longer need to clean up scraps of paper or glue when you need to move on from your current scrapbooking.
You will also be able to erase mistakes a lot easier on the Lumapix FotoFusion software then you would when scrapbooking the original way.  If you make a mistake with the software you only need to use the erase button to take care of any mistakes or elements of your page that you may not like. If you make the wrong cut you have not wasted any paper or embellishments instead you erase and move on. The Lumapix FotoFusion software takes out the frustration that many people experience while scrapbooking.
Your scrapbooks will be flat when you are using the Lumapix FotoFusion scrapbooking software since every embellishment is a computer picture. No more will your scrapbooks be busting at the seams. You will be able to use all the embellishments you want and still be able to close the book. You will not need to make extra room on any shelf for your new flat scrapbooks as opposed to your older scrapbooks.
Using Lumapix FotoFusion software will make it so that you can send scrapbook layouts to friends and family through your email system. Once you have your scrapbook page or full scrapbook finished you can then use the option to email to friends and family. This is also a great option for creating a scrapbook for a friend that they can then download and print out themselves. When using the Lumapix FotoFusion software you won’t need to wait for company to come over to show off your creativity you can post it to the web or email it off. It’s that easy!
When you use the Lumapix FotoFusion software you will be able to navigate through the software easily. No longer will you need to sort through boxes or jars for the correct paper or embellishment for your page. The software makes it easy to find what you want and when you want it. Navigation with the Lumapix FotoFusion software will make your scrapbooking fun again.
Using the Lumapix FotoFusion for scrapbooking does not mean that you have to use their premade project ideas. This software also allows you to custom make your projects with all their available artwork provided by the many companies that share in this software. For a quick and easy scrapbook project you can use a premade template that is included in software. Then at a later date you can still custom create your own page, the choice is up to you.
Using the Lumapix FotoFusion software has so many elements to use that it will cut hours out of your scrapbooking. You will be able to make more scrapbooks or just collages in the same amount of time as it use to take you for one. All the elements will also have you adding things to your scrapbook pages that you may have shied away from because of the time involved.
There are many different elements that you can use and add to your digital scrapbook layouts when using the Lumapix FotoFusion software. Because there are many scrapbook companies coming together and sharing their artwork you can most likely find anything you want for your scrapbooking needs.

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Using digital scrapbooking pros and cons

March 13th, 2012

You want to use digital scrapbooking but aren’t quite sure if it is for you. Here is a list for your consideration on the pros and cons of using digital scrapbooking.
Pros for using digital scrapbooking software or websites:

  • Easy clean up. When you are finished scrapbooking you just need to exit out of the program instead of picking up little pieces of paper or embellishments.
  • Mistakes are easily erased. You can erase or remove something you don’t like easily with the touch of a button. You won’t need to throw something away because it doesn’t work.
  • Not as time consuming. Because everything is on the computer you won’t need to be measuring and cutting and gluing. Just click away to get your desired look for your scrapbook page.
  • Less space taken up. You will not need to keep your scrapbook items spread out on tables anymore. You will also be able to use less storage for scrapbooking supplies since everything is stored in your computer.
  • Easier to share your scrapbook pages. When you are finished making your scrapbook pages or the full book you can share with your family through email or other websites with a quick download.
  • Not as messy. This is because you won’t have embellishments and paper scraps lying all over your work area.
  • You can try out new designs that you may have shied away from before because they looked too hard.
  • Embellishments are easier to put on and take off.
  • You can see how something is going to look before you cut or glue anything down.
  • You can save time shopping for the scrapbook supplies that you want to use.
  • Every piece of paper or embellishment is stored on the software program.
  • You can get the exact shape you want without a lot of measuring.

Cons for using digital scrapbooking software or websites:

  • Finding the right equipment can become a problem. If you do not already have a digital camera you will need to purchase one to download your photos along with a scanner for your older pictures. Other basic equipment you will need for digital scrapbooking includes the software and a digital photo printer that will allow you to get the best quality once the page is printed.
  • Not as personal. Because you are not cutting and gluing by yourself but with the aid of a computer some people may feel it isn’t so hands on as traditional scrapbooking.
  • Your software or website may not have exactly what you want.  This can include images, backgrounds or the embellishments like flowers or ribbons.
  • The pages don’t print out right. Sometimes the printer can be off or the page and this can lead to frustration as you try to get your page printed the right way.
  • If your computer has problems and crashes before you have printed the page you will have to redo it.
  • Could be more overwhelming for someone who isn’t comfortable around a computer. If you have a hard time navigating a computer and new software then digital scrapbooking could be very frustrating for you.

These are just a few of the pros and cons that are associated with digital scrapbooking. If you are unsure if you want to do digital scrapbooking you can go online to find a  trial for any number of digital scrapbooking sites. Test out the features to find what works best for you and decide on your own pros and cons for digital scrapbooking.

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Using chipboard letters in scrapbooks

March 12th, 2012

Using chipboard letters in scrapbooks can add some dimension to any of your scrapbook pages.
Chipboard letters can be used in any variety of ways on any type of scrapbook page.
Chipboard letters are pressed fiber and are usually made from recycled paper.
Chipboard letters can be used to create thickness in a scrapbook page.
Chipboard letters can be covered with patterned papers to match your theme or design on any of your scrapbook pages.
Chipboard letters can be used for the titles in your scrapbook pages.
Chipboard letters can be used as the first word or letter in a quote or on a journaling page.
Chipboard letters can be used at the corners of your pictures for an added touch to the pictures.
Chipboard letters can also be made from mat board so that you can use any font you wish while adding an extra dimension to any of your scrapbook pages.
Chipboard letters can be engraved with different textures and colors. To do this you will first coat the chipboard with pigment ink and then sprinkle embossing powder onto the wet ink. Then heat the chipboard with a heat gun until warm. Immediately press a rubber or acrylic stamp onto the warm embossing powder on your chipboard for an engraved look. For an extra touch ink the rubber or acrylic stamp first with a contrasting color before pressing onto your embossing ink on the chipboard. This technique can give you many different varieties for your chipboard letters on all your scrapbook pages.
Chipboard letters can be used for full words or just the first letter of a word.
Chipboard letters can be mixed up with die cut letters or letters on stickers to add some fun to your scrapbook pages.
Chipboard letters can be used in alphabet scrapbooks for kids to trace with their fingers.
Chipboard letters can be glued to paper boxes for a cute tile look. You can even connect the boxes with lines to make them look like a train. You can also use the outside casing as the boxes and use the paper on the inside of the letter box.
Chipboard letters can be sprinkle with glitter to add some sparkle to any scrapbook page.
For even more dimension to the chipboard letters you can add embellishments such as flowers, leaves or jewels. Find those embellishments that match your scrapbook page and glue them directly to the chipboard letter.
You can use the chipboard that surrounds the letter also. Decorate the around the chipboard mat so that the letter looks like it was embossed and add to any scrapbook page.
Chipboard letters can be painted on to match or compliment the colors on your existing scrapbook pages. Some of the different ways you can paint the chipboard letters and the casings they are in include:

  • Stripes, both vertical and horizontal
  • Dots, big and little or multicolored
  • Diamonds like a argyle pattern, this is best for the outside casing that the letters are cut out of.

Chipboard letters can be sanded along the inside and outside edges for a worn or older look to the letters.
Add words to the chipboard letters or the outside casings. Use small words to make it look like someone was journaling on the letters.
Outside casings of your chipboard letters can be trimmed with decorative scissors. You can make the letters look like stamps or picture frames.
Chipboard letters can be outlined around the letter or outside casing to add yet another dimension and make the letters stand out more.

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