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Shopping list for the new to scrapbooking scrapbooker

Wednesday, February 29th, 2012

If you want to take up scrapbooking, the first thing you will want to do is get basic supplies. But walk through a scrapbook store, and you might be overwhelmed with the many different supplies for scrapbooking. If you’re a beginning scrapbooker, it’s difficult to determine what you need to start.

But starting to scrapbook doesn’t require a great deal or materials or money. The following is a shopping list for the new to scrapbooking scrapbooker that will cover the basics you need to get started:

  • Album. There are many different albums designed for scrapbooking, and they come in a wide range of sizes and colors. Pick one that suits your taste the best. As far as the size of the album, many scrapbookers use 12 X 12 albums. Not only do they hold more photos and embellishments, but you’ll find that most of the scrapbook paper available today is 12 X 12, so you’ll have more options choosing an album of the same size.
  • Sheet protectors. If the album you purchase already comes with these, you won’t need them, but make sure you get sheet protectors. Avoid the ones that adhere to your photos or pages and get ones that you can slide your scrapbook page into.
  • Paper trimmer/scissors. You’ll find many different types of scissors that cut different edges to your paper and photos, but to start, all you really need is a good pair of regular scissors or, better yet, a paper trimmer. A paper trimmer will give you more precise lines much faster than trying to cut a straight line with scissors.
  • Paper. Choosing the paper for scrapbooking is part of the fun. Visit a scrapbook store and browse their selections, choosing the paper you like. Even the 12 X 12 sizes often go on sale, so you can purchase several sheets for under $1. Have an assortment of both patterns and solids, as you’ll most likely want to mount your photo on solid paper. There are also whole books of paper you can purchase in themes, including pastels, flowers, and so forth.
  • Adhesives. You’ll have to affix your photos and embellishments to your paper somehow, so you’ll want to choose the right adhesive. A glue stick is really all you need, but there are also photo tabs, rubber cement, and double-sided tape, to name a few.
  • Writing implements. You’ll see glitter pens, markers of all colors, and everything in between to write with. All you really need to start is a permanent black marker (Sharpie fine tip is a good one), or you can get an assortment of colors if you want.
  • Embellishments. Embellishments make your page stand out, so know the first few pages you want to scrapbook (your child’s first day at school, for example, or your wedding) and get embellishments to go along with them. Keep in mind that you don’t need to go to pricey scrapbooking stores for these things; craft sections at Wal Mart or scraps like ribbon and buttons from around the house will also do.

Purchasing scrapbook supplies can get expensive and addicting! But if you’re just starting out, this shopping list will help you to know the basics you will need. It’s also a good idea not to buy too much when you are beginning, in case you decide you don’t enjoy scrapbooking. You can always add more embellishments and tools as time progresses if you want to pursue scrapbooking.

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Scrapbooking album covers

Tuesday, February 28th, 2012

Having your own personalized scrapbook is fun to do.  Creating a unique scrapbooking album cover to go along with your scrapbook, is something that can enhance your scrapbook pages and create an even more personalized feel to the book.  There are several ways and ideas to make scrapbooking album covers.  Let’s take a look at how to make a scrapbook album cover and where you can find some inspiration for your own albums.

What you need
Making your own album cover doesn’t have to be hard and it doesn’t have to take up a whole lot of your time.  There are scrapbook album covers that range from the very simplest of designs, to intricate layouts and designs that take more time and money.  Depending on what you want for your album cover will depend on how much time and energy you devote to it.  First let’s talk about some supplies and materials you might need or that will come in handy for your album cover:

  • Rubber stamps and inks: Some of the most creative album covers are made with simple ink products like stamps or stamping pens.
  • Fabric Paints: Some people choose to make album covers out of fabric, therefore fabric paints are great to have handy if you decide to go this route to add your own personal touch.
  • Adhesives: This would include any type of supply that will make things stick like glue sticks, a hot glue gun, glue dots, tape, tape runners, and anything else you out there that can be used as an adhesive
  • Scissors
  • Extra cardstock or paper: You never know when you will need some paper scraps.  They can come in extremely handy with projects like these.

Making your album cover
Unfortunately there are no specific steps when it comes to creating a scrapbook album cover.  They are so many different ways to go about it that it would be difficult to have instructions on how to make one exactly.  However, here are some suggestions on what to think about before you start making it:

  • Remove the pages in your scrapbook before you get started on the cover. You don’t want to damage any of the existing pages in your scrapbook while you’re creating the cover.  If you can’t remove the pages of the book then make the cover first and then add your pages.
  • Go with a theme. Generally it’s easier to design your layout if you have theme to work around.  If you have a theme throughout your scrapbook pages then go with that same theme to make it more uniform.  If there is no theme to your pages then try and find something in common so that your cover works with the rest of your pages.
  • Make sure all your materials are acid free. This will not only preserve all your hard work, but it keeps everything looking nice for much longer.
  • Use your own creativity. There is a creative side to every one of us, so let yourself go and use what you feel comfortable with.  If you like fabrics then use fabrics for your cover.  If you want to use several different scrapbooking techniques on the cover then go for it.  It is after all your book right?

Finding Inspiration
If you feel like you’re totally at a loss of creativity there are always places you can go for some inspired creative ideas.  Here are just a few places to start:

  1. A local craft store. Try going down to your local craft store to find some ideas for your album cover.  Crafts stores usually have tons of ideas hanging up in the store, and a lot of them offer classes.
  2. The Internet. The internet has more than enough ideas to keep you flowing with inspiration.  You can put in a simple search for album cover ideas and you will be shown pages of different web sites that have some really unique and creative ideas.
  3. Friends and Family. If all else fails try asking some friends or family members if they have ever tried to make their own album covers.  Most likely you will find at least one person that’s really into it and can give you some tips as well as some great ideas.

Making scrapbooking album covers can be a lot of fun once you get started.  Remember if you can’t find any ideas in your own head try looking outside yourself at a craft store, the internet, or ask some close friends.  Have fun.

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Scrapbook themes for the novice scrapbooker

Monday, February 27th, 2012

If you’re just beginning to scrapbook, you might not know where to begin. For scrapbookers just starting out, you’ll find the best place to start is with a theme. The following are some of the best scrapbook themes for the novice scrapbooker:

Holidays
Most people take lots of pictures over the holidays, so beginning with a holiday theme is a great idea. Start with the most recent holiday and work backwards. You can make a number of different pages for each holiday, and you can even break down each holiday into additional themes. For example, you could do a Baby’s First Halloween or Christmas, a child’s school party, a holiday party you threw, and so forth.

In addition to photos, use patterned paper with the appropriate holiday theme. You can also use cut-outs and other embellishments to decorate borders; for example, place a border of Christmas lights around your Christmas-themed pages.

Birthday themes
With a birthday theme, you can include photos of the birthday party, blowing out candles, and so forth. An example of a fun touch is to use a cut-out of a birthday cake or a gift, and journal on it who attended the party, the gifts, and anything else memorable that happened.

School days
Many parents like to document their children’s adventures in school. Make a school theme for each year of your child’s life, and it will be fun to look back and see how they have grown. Include photos of the school, class pictures, and candid shots of field trips or class parties. Be sure to include dates and names of teachers and classmates.

Pets
For many people, their pets are a part of the family, so it is only natural to have a pet theme in your scrapbook. Scrapbook the day you brought your pet home, and include photographs of them whether by themselves or with other people. It is fun to scrapbook funny things your pet has done as well.

Vacations and travel
Whether you travel around the world or take a quick day trip to look at fall leaves, you should scrapbook your travels as well. In addition to the photos you take, you can also include things you have saved, such as tickets, pressed leaves or flowers, pamphlets and programs, or anything that reminds you of your trip. Many scrapbook stores have fun embellishments for travel-themed pages, including airplanes, luggage, and stamps.

Themed scrapbooks
Some themes are too important to just include a page or two in a scrapbook. Many scrapbookers will devote entire albums to a theme, which is another option. These can include:

  • Baby books. Most new parents take enough pictures in their child’s first year of life to fill more than one scrapbook. A baby’s first year themed scrapbook is a wonderful memento for anyone to have. Include photos, copies of the birth certificate, cards you received at baby showers, and so forth.
  • Weddings. Your wedding and the events leading up to it (bridal shower, engagement party, and so forth) are worthy of their own scrapbook. You could also do a scrapbook with a relationship theme, beginning with pictures from and descriptions of dates from when you began dating and ending with photos and memorabilia from your wedding.

When it comes to themes for scrapbooks, the sky is the limit. These are just a few of the themes that will work well for the novice scrapbooker.

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Saving time creating scrapbooks

Sunday, February 26th, 2012

Busy people don’t have much time for scrapbooking.  They have to squeeze it in whenever they can.  They want to make the most out of all the time you have to scrapbook.  There is always a different time of the day and a different amount of time that you have to work with, so let’s just look at some general ways to save time creating scrapbooks.

Go shopping two times. The first trip buy everything you think that you need.  Take a look at your pictures and then buy what you want to go with them.  Be sure to take a list with you to remember everything.  Then, scrapbook your heart out.  Keep a list of things that you want to buy, things that you want to add to almost finished pages, and things that you might have run out of or forgotten the first time.  Before you go to the store again, check your supplies make sure you have enough and then go shopping again.  Buy everything on your list.  Going shopping only twice will save you trips to the store and from having to run there real quick because you forgot something.

Organize your photos before you begin. You want to make sure that you have all the photos from your vacation or from a birthday before you begin.  You don’t want to forget a picture or find one in the mess of things in the middle of scrapbooking only to realize that you already finished those pages.  Sort them by what the event was, if there was one, and then by date.  It will make things so much easier for you.

Buy a trimmer. It may seem like a waste for some people, but they are one of the most wonderful things.  They help you cut quick and straight.  The best ones to buy are the ones that are 12” by 12” and that have a swing out ruler.  They allow you to cut up to 12 inches worth of paper while still being small and compact.  They are fairly cheap, and are even cheaper with a coupon or when they are on sale.

Buy a hole punch or a multi purpose tool. They help you make the hole for brads and eyelets and the multi purpose tool helps you set them as well.  Having something else create the hole instead of you sitting there trying to is much easier.

Keep your supplies organized. You don’t have to buy the huge expensive organizers, but keep the supplies neat.  It will save you from digging everywhere for a pack of paper, a pack of brads, or a spool of ribbon.

Creating scrapbooks does take time but you can do it in small time increments and eventually it will be all done.  You don’t have to spend hours and hours doing it, but doing it every night before bed is a great way to keep is going while making sure you have time for everything else.

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Saving money when creating scrapbooks

Saturday, February 25th, 2012

Saving money is at the top of everyone’s mind these days.  The price of everything has sky rocketed and so men, women, grandparents, college students, moms, dads, and everyone else on the planet is looking to see how they can save money.  Unfortunately things like scrapbooking often get left out when people are cutting back.  However, even if you have a small budget you can still buy a lot of things for your scrapbooks.

First, buy things on sale.  Craft stores are constantly putting their things for sale.  Start buying things only when they are on sale.  Many craft stores will send out their ad in the weekly advertisements.  Look through them and check them out.  See what is on sale.  If it is something you need buy it then.  Many stores will make you sign up for their ad, but in return they give you a coupon.  Which leads us to coupons.

Coupons are a great way to save money.  They aren’t a symbol of being poor or cheap, but they are a symbol that you know how to get a good deal and to shop.  Many stores that send out their ad in the weekly advertisements will include a coupon or even two.  Use them.  They are your best friend.  You can buy more things if you use a coupon.

Shop around.  In my area I have 3 major craft stores.  They all have their perks.  One has great sales a lot, one is one block from my house and sends me coupons and still has sales a lot too, and one is more expensive but it also gives me coupons in the mail and they have a great selection of embellishments.  No craft store is going to be perfect.  One might have a great selection of something but then charge a lot for it.  One might have great sales all the time but not have a huge selection.  Find out which one works for what.  For example, I know I can get great deals at one place and get a great selection of paper when it’s on sale, one place is great for general things with a coupon, and the other is great for embellishments only when I have a coupon or they are on sale.  Find which ones suit your needs the best.  It took me a couple weeks of just going to the stores and looking at the ads.  It is the easiest way to save money.  You don’t have to have a great memory, but it’s like grocery shopping.  You know instantly what a good price is when you see it.  If all else fails, shop the sales and coupons.

Use your scraps.  Whenever you cut a piece of paper, keep the leftovers and put them in a clear box.  Leave the box on the table.  Use the scraps.  You don’t have to use them first, but they are a great place to get ideas or to see if certain colors will look good together.  It saves you time and money.  Plus, you’ll help the environment at the same time by not wasting a ton of paper.

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Preserving your memories, a how to guide to scrapbooking

Friday, February 24th, 2012

Do you have boxes or computer files full of photos? If so, why not preserve your memories through scrapbooking? Scrapbooking is a great way to display your photos and memories in a way that can be cherished for years to come.

The following is a how-to guide for preserving your memories with scrapbooking.

Find a friend
If you are new to scrapbooking and are unsure of the different techniques or even where to start, consider finding a friend who scrapbooks who will be willing to help you get started. Not only will she be able to show you different techniques, but you can also share supplies and put your heads together to come up with new, fun ideas for scrapbook pages.

Take a class
Many scrapbook stores offer intro to scrapbooking classes, and this is a great idea if you could use a little more information. Most classes will go over basics like materials, different techniques, and steps to take to make sure you are preserving your photos.

Look through magazines and online
Scrapbooking magazines and numerous websites will give you a good idea of where to start. While you want a style of your own, it’s difficult to just jump into scrapbooking without different ideas of pages to get a few ideas of layouts and different desings. They will also help you to find your particular scrapbooking style, whether you like elegant pages or more bright, colorful and fun ones. Knowing your style is also important because it will help you to know the types of materials to buy.

Buy the basics
You don’t need a lot to start scrapbooking, but you should have the basics. These include:

  • A scrapbook. You’ll find many different types, but yours should be 12X12, as this is what most scrapbooking paper and backgrounds are. You can also fit more photos on. Don’t worry if it doesn’t have page protectors. If it does, great; if not, you can purchase them inexpensively.
  • Different types of paper. Whether it’s patterned or solid, you should have a good assortments of types of paper. Patterned paper is a good choice for beginners, making it so you don’t need a lot of different embellishments to fill the page. Solid pieces are good for cutting out letters and shapes and for matting photos.
  • Paper cutter. You really only need a good pair of scissors, but a paper cutter will be better. It will provide straighter lines and cleaner cuts. These can be purchased inexpensively from any scrapbooking or craft store.
  • Adhesives. Whether it’s double sided tape, rubber cement, or a glue stick, you will need adhesives to attach your photos and embellishments to the background paper.
  • Embellishments. You can spend a fortune on embellishments, but you really don’t need much to begin with. Have an idea of a few pages you want to make, then go about buying the embellishments you will need for them. IN the meantime, you can use things you have around the house, including buttons, ribbon, lace, and so forth.

Choose the right photos
Choose photos that are not blurry and that show the people or scenery clearly. If you are working with older photos that are irreplaceable, scan them onto your computer and then print them off on high-quality photo paper.

These are just a few tips for preserving your memories through scrapbooking.

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Photo holder options for scrapbooks

Thursday, February 23rd, 2012

When it comes to scrapbooking, finding the best way to keep your photographs on the page can be tricky.  There are so many different ways to design your layout and hundreds of supplies to choose from.  Let’s discuss some photo holder options for scrapbooks today.

Photo holder options for your scrapbook
If you are new the world of scrapbooking it can be extremely overwhelming and frustrating going into a store and choosing the best product for your needs.  With so many options and brand names it gets more and more difficult trying to decide what to buy.  Most of the scrapbooking supplies are a matter of preference, and once you have a little more experience with scrapbooking you will come to know which products you like and which ones you don’t like.

When it comes to keeping a photo in place however, the options are less and you need to be more careful what you use and why.  Here are some suggestions on photo holders for your scrapbook page and some tips to using them:

  • Photo corners- You have probably seen them in other scrapbook albums or pages, and for good reason.  Photo corners make it really easy to move or exchange your picture for something else.  The corners are permanent but your pictures don’t have to be.  You can find plane Jane photo corners that will stick to your page, or you can find some really cute metal photo corners that are three dimensional and a little more heavy duty.  Some photo corners can really make your photos pop.
  • Square and foam mounts- Square mounts are a lot like tape only they come in small squares.  They work great with pictures because you can place them on the back of the photo anywhere you need them to be.  They are however a fairly permanent adhesive so once you have the picture on your page you won’t be able to move it around or take it off without tearing the paper.  Foam mounts come in different sizes and can add a three dimensional look to your paper while holding your photo down.  They create a photo that pops out from the page; these are also great for creating more dimension to your scrapbook layouts.
  • Tapes and Glues- You can also use a regular tape to stick your photos to the paper however if you don’t want the tape to be seen you might want to think about using a double sided tape.  They will keep your photo in place and work just like other adhesives.  However be sure that you are using an acid free tape to help preserve your photograph.  Another option that some scrapbooking companies have come out with is a tape runner.  It is a device that holds the tape or sometimes a type of glue that will bond the picture to the paper.  The great thing about the runner that holds glue dots is that it doesn’t have to be permanent.  You can use it on the back of a photo but still have the option of moving your photo to a different place on the page if you don’t like it.  You also have the option of using glue sticks or glue dots.  It isn’t recommended however to use glue sticks on the backs of photos as they might damage the picture; even if they say they are acid free.  Most companies that make glue dots are all acid free and will hold your photo (or anything else you want) in place securely.

So there are some of the most widely used photo holder options for scrapbooks today.  You can generally find them all in any scrapbook or craft store.  It might be of some benefit to do a little research before actually going into the store so you have an idea of what you’re looking for.

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Photo collage tips

Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012

A photo collage is a great way to capture all those great moments in life all on the same page or in the same frame.  They can make for unique art work on the wall or a great gift as well.  The great part about a photo collage is that you can personalize it to any occasion or personality.  If you’re thinking of starting one here are some photo collage steps to follow in getting started.

Step #1:  Choose a theme
Making a photo collage can be an overwhelming thing to do, especially if you have loads of pictures to sort through.  The easiest way to start and first thing you should do is try and decide on a theme for the collage.  Your theme can be based around anything, summer vacation, special events like birthdays or weddings, milestones in a child’s life, or anything else you can think of.  There are also hundreds of places to find other ideas for photo collages; the internet, magazines, and crafts stores are great places to start.

Step #2:  Choose a design
The next step in making a photo collage is figuring out what your design will be.  You have several options when it comes to designing your page such as adding embellishments, stickers, etc.  You can enhance your photo collage page by adding several different embellishments, depending on what your theme is.  You want to choose embellishments that will compliment your theme.  For example, if you have chosen an old fashioned theme with black and white pictures, you can enhance some of your photos using magazine or newspaper clippings.  Photos for a wedding may be complimented with keepsakes from the reception or wedding itself like napkins or the program.

Step #3:  Find your pictures
Finding the photos you want to use in your collage is probably the longest step to tackle, for two reasons.  The first reason it takes so long is because going through photos and sorting out what you want and don’t want can take a lot of time, and the second reason is because you won’t want to use original photos for your collage; copying can take quite some time as well.  Today things are somewhat easier with digital photography and scanners and such.  The best and quickest way to get the photos you want is to scan your pictures into the computer and then send them to a photo lab, or using your digital prints from the digital camera.  This is the also the most cost effective method to making a photo collage.  The great thing about going digital is that you can get all the pictures from your camera, to your computer, and put them into one file so they are read for use.

Step #4:  Find your supplies
For any type of scrapbooking page you are going to need some basic supplies.  A photo collage is no different.  You are going to need several things to get yourself started; sharp scissors, acid free adhesives, papers for your layout and design, embellishments.  You might also want to grab some old magazines, newspapers, and some extra scraps of paper.

Step #5:  Make your collage
Now that you have your pictures, your supplies, and everything else you need you can begin making your photo collage.  Begin by prioritizing your photos and where you want them to go on the page.  Using your design and them you can add embellishments and pictures as you go.  Remember not to permanently glue anything down right away as you might change your mind and want to move something.

A photo collage can be a lot of fun to make if you can get your self organized and read to go.  Hopefully these photo collage tips and steps will help you get started on your next fun project.

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Paper piecing techniques

Tuesday, February 21st, 2012

Embellishments are an essential part of scrapbooking.  One way to create an embellishment is using the many different paper piecing techniques.  Let’s take a look at some paper piecing techniques and how you can make them the next time you work on your scrapbook.  

First off, paper piecing is using many different pieces of paper to create a border, picture, or any other type of design.  You can use any type of paper, handmade, patterned, cardstock, or normal paper.  It can simply be putting one piece of paper on top of a slightly larger one or it can be creating a flower with many different pieces.  

Perhaps the simplest paper piecing technique is to create a border.  Use a piece of paper that has a phrase, word, or simply a picture on it and place it on top of a slightly larger piece of paper so that it creates a large or small border.  You can adjust and cut the paper so that you can really notice the border or so it is barely there.  Patterns are a great way to add something to a photo or quote without making a huge statement.  If you take a look at some professional scrapbook pages or pages done by people that do it a lot you will notice that most of their photos are bordered.  It makes the photo or quote also look more professional and much nicer.  

There are also techniques that you can use with the help of a machine.  There are many types of die cut machines out on the market, some of the most popular are Cricut and Sizzix.  They both have a variety of machines and both work great for making die cuts.  You can them put the designs together to create a picture, flower, or other creation.  There are endless options with the machines because they have many different cartridges that you can buy.  You can also use a few different parts from a couple die cuts and make a new die cut yourself.  It is a really easy way to make a die cut and then piece it together, but the machines can get expensive.  

To put together a paper piece, you basically just need a design.  You can do this by creating your own design, by drawing one on a piece of paper and then cutting out the designs on a new piece of paper.  You can also get designs and patterns off of the internet.  Many are free and give you the cut out pieces right there.  You can also trace something from a book that you like or even parts of quilts give great ideas.  You can make a pattern from a quilt square and then scan it to your computer to create a larger or smaller design.  There are tons of options for making your own die cut.

Making a die cut helps you to create a paper piece.  Paper piecing is just placing pieces of paper together to create a new design.  You can do it anyway that you want.  All you need is a great die cut and a way to put things together.

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Paper layering techniques

Monday, February 20th, 2012

There are many different ways to use paper layering techniques in your scrapbook page layouts. Here we’ll take a look at some of the paper layering techniques you can use and how they can enhance the look of your scrapbook pages.
When using a paper layering technique with your scrapbook page you will want to use coordinating papers and cardstock. This makes it easier to layer the paper onto your page because you won’t be looking for the right types of paper. Sticking to a theme when using paper layering is also a good idea, this will also help you when you begin cutting and layering the paper. The fewer the options in your scrapbook papers and themes the less daunting paper layering will be.
Once you have your desired scrapbook papers and theme chosen you can then start layering your papers. Most scrapbookers layer their papers around a photo of a series of photos. Before you glue anything down you will want to do a mock up of the scrapbook page to make sure that the look is what you had envisioned. You should begin with a piece of paper behind your photo to aid as the backdrop and as a place to begin the layering. Using a one color sheet of scrapbook paper or cardstock is best for the backdrop. Next you will look at the rest of your scrapbook papers and begin cutting shapes to match and compliment your photo. Use these shapes around under and next to your photos. Use your different scrapbook papers that you chose earlier and play around with the layout a little. Find what works for you and keep in mind that paper layering can be much like layering your clothing, just a little at time so you don’t add too much.
Paper layering techniques don’t have to be done with just all scrapbook papers or regular shapes. For instance on a birthday themed webpage you can use cake shapes and birthday hat shapes to add that extra dimension that you are looking for with paper layering. Paper layering techniques can also use die cuts so that you aren’t cutting out some of the more intricate designs.
As previously stated there are many ways to use paper layering techniques in your scrapbooking. Here are just a few more ideas for you to think about:

  • Use different patterned papers stacked up onto each other with the top one smaller. Wide stripes and skinny stripes is a great visual effect.
  • Use same patterns but with different colors. All circles or all squares in complimentary colors will help add dimension to your scrapbook page.
  • Use patterns that have some subtle similarities. Such as thin black lines on stripes, dots, or other patterns.
  • Use a solid piece of card stock to put together various patterns using the same color. If you are using a pattern of yellow, blue and white, a striped pattern with blue, green, yellow & orange, and a pattern with green, blue and white then you could add some blue card stock to tie them all together and give your page great color and depth.
  • Use vellum or transparency paper to create another type of paper layering. This type of layering is great for over photos.

Paper layering is simply a way to fuse and blend different colors, patterns and designs onto one scrapbook page in order to give that particular scrapbook page some texture and depth. There is no right or wrong way to use a paper layering technique. These ideas here are just some basics to think about and begin using.

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