Scrapbooking is arguably the most customisable craft. Whether you like being messy or meticulously planned, and whether you go crazy with embellishment or like a clean design, you make your own rules. In 200 Scrapbooking Ideas, we give you the tools to get started with your own personal approach to scrapbooking, with basic techniques, detailed tutorials, and inspirational tips that will really get your hands itching to get scrapping! What’s more is that we’ve included the top scrapbooking themes, from Christmas to anniversaries, to help you preserve those most precious memories. Featuring: Basic skills - New to scrapbooking? Don’t worry, we cover all the basics you need to get started. Invaluable techniques - Discover the best ways to use your scrapbooking tools and make pages that will last through the years. Creative materials - Which materials create which effect, and what’s the deal with acid in paper? We uncover it all. Inspirational themes - Whether you want your wedding memories to last forever or celebrate your pet’s personality, find your inspiration here
Welcome
Making memories that last • Use a mixture of handmade and shop-bought items to help you create a stunning page
Tools of the trade • Walking into a craft store can be overwhelming as the choice of materials is endless, but you only really need a few essentials…
Choose your tools • Choosing the right materials is key to creating an album that you’ll love
Scrap on a budget • Is your scrapbooking wishlist as long as your arm? Follow our money-saving tips to get more bang for your buck when shopping for supplies
Think green • Save money and the environment by recycling your old items to use as scrapbooking materials
How to use photos • Photos are a vital element of a scrapbook. From taking the shot, to choosing how to use and look after them, here’s everything you need to know
Make your photos stand out • Your scrapbook photos tell a story and your job is to bring the story to life
Tell your story • Journalling gives meaning to your scrapbooking pages by adding context and emotion to your photos
Lay out your page • Choosing a theme and deciding on a layout is how your story takes shape, but where should you begin?
Page design • Whether you’re following the rules or breaking them, design a layout that speaks to you
Thinking outside of the box • Find inspiration to try something a little bit di erent that sets your layout apart
Sketching maps • The route to designing a beautiful layout is in the planning
Stay organised • Learn how to avoid clutter and make the most of your scrapbooking time
Scrapbooking techniques • Use a mixture of handmade and shop-bought items to help you create a stunning page
Techniques on a shoestring • There are ready-made options for every theme, but if you’re on a budget you can just do it yourself!
The art of embellishment • There are no mistakes in crafting, just opportunities to embellish
Bells and whistles • Learn how you can accessorise your page with unique embellishments
Embellish a page • Scrapbookers don’t lie – they embellish things instead!
Choosing an album cover • Once your pages have been created, you’ll want to house your art in an equally attractive album
Using writing • From stickers to handwritten writing, your letters should make a statement
Say it with quotes • Use a quote to get your message across
Scrap with the family • Scrapbooking doesn’t have to be a solo activity; enjoy it with your friends and loved ones
Digital scrapbooking • Tech your scrapbook to the next level by creating it online
Themes
Heavenly holidays • Scrapbook your holiday memories using photos...
