Scrapbooking Templates

Different Types of Scrapbooking Templates

by EdySutio

Here are some different types of scrapbooking templates which you might think about using:

1) Environmental – These scrapbooking templates incorporate the design of nature in their theme. These templates often include motifs of plants and animals and are designed to showcase the natural beauty of the earth. This type of scrapbooking template is ideal when you are planning to use nature-oriented materials in your scrapbook. This scrapbooking template can be useful if you are planning to include that pebble you brought home as a memory of a walk in the beach, that piece of leaf that serves as a reminder of a very eventful autumn day, and any other organic materials.

This scrapbooking template may also prove valuable when you are trying to put together a scrapbook of different types of “nature trips” such as hiking activities and jungle safaris.

2) Technological – You could also go with a technological scrapbooking template and try to showcase the distance which civilization has come. Technological scrapbooking themes incorporate images you associate with technology. This includes (but is not limited to): computers, microchips, cellular phones, vehicles, gadgets and all other types of symbols used in the world of technology today.

By using technological scrapbooking templates, you actually show to the people how up to date you are on the modern world. You also show a certain mindset that comes with being techno-savvy. By using this type of scrapbooking template, you show that you are open to the evolution of civilization and that your mind can take new ideas. For, in essence, that’s what technology is all about.

3) Sports – Probably one of the most popular types of scrapbooking templates, sports are more often chosen by men to be the overall theme for a scrapbook. This may be because of their upbringing or it may be just because of the fact that it is what society expects them to choose. Sports scrapbooking templates can be divided into three categories:

a) Persona – This type of scrapbooking template showcases different sports personalities and are most often chosen by avid fans. By using this scrapbooking template you actually show your support for a certain player, no matter what current team he or she is playing for. This is also popular for those who follow individual sports, as these sports tend to make celebrities out of the different players.

b) Team – This type of scrapbooking template can be based on a team symbol or team ideal. Images of different team members are also sometimes used in the different pages of the scrapbook. Sometimes, this type of team scrapbooking template is used to signify the unity of a single group. More often, though, this type of scrapbooking template is used to show support for a team or an institution.

This type of scrapbooking template is often supported by alumni of certain schools or residents of certain states.

c) Equipment – This type of sports scrapbooking template showcases the different types of equipment used in a game. This actually is used to signify the virtues of the game as a whole. Whatever game the maker favors can be portrayed using the different equipment used in that game.

Another option is to use different types of equipment to signify sports as a whole. This showcases the athleticism of a scrapbook enthusiast and shows his or her passion for any sport.

4) Emotions – There are actually different scrapbooking templates that use emotion as a base. These templates often signify the chosen emotion through different manners. Here are some of them:

a) Colors – The brightness and darkness of the hues used sometimes show the emotion within the scrapbooking template. If you observe, we sometimes associate different emotions with different colors. Some scrapbooking templates take this further by separating each color into shades and showing the intensity of the emotion vary with the shade.

b) Characters – Different characters are also used to portray different types of emotions. Some characters may be shown with facial expressions that transmit the different emotions. They can also be shown doing different activities, depending on the mood of the scrapbook. Background drawings can also be used to try and reflect on the character what the person is feeling. A rain, for example, can show sorrow or sadness.

Scrapbooking Tassles

Tickle Your Scrapbooking Idiosyncrasy

by EdySutio

SCRAPBOOK is an essential haven for timeless memories. It can record your family history, celebrations and other gatherings. It is sometimes accompanied with journalizing. Through the same, additional memories will be recollected. A scrapbook can last a lifetime if you know what materials to use and what not to.

Parents often resort to scrap booking when they wanted to personalize their photos. Aside from that, scrap booking is also resorted by parents to keep the artworks, cards, letters and other vital stuffs that their children are giving them. Hence, they preserve the memories and materials without getting overwhelmed. With a scrapbook around, you can do away with memorabilia boxes and other hefty packages.

If you are not busy on a weekend, why not create a scrapbook with your children. Doing an activity like the one mentioned will make you closer to them. Aside from that, you are also honing their creativity and art potentials.

Here are the steps to do a scrapbook of your children’s keepsakes:

1. Create a reduced version of the keepsakes. Paste them on a textured paper or thin mat.

2. Use ribbons, tassles, paper clips, dried flowers, clippings and other tiny objects to embellish the album.

3. Also paste a small piece of paper beside the keepsakes and make a short note to describe them. You can also make a message board for your children to write on.

4. Cut out some letters to be used for the title of the scrapbook. After that you can show the scrapbook to the entire family and reminisce the past.

Scrap booking is not only entertaining and fun to do but also worthy and advantageous. Individuals who are exposing themselves to scrap booking are honing their artistic capabilities. In fact, their works spell sophisticated scrap booking.

Sophisticated scrap booking is doing the thing with elegance, superiority and cleverness. From color combinations, to design, layout and embellishments – everything must complement and blend.

How do you go about sophisticated scrap booking?

1. Pick materials with classic colors. Examples of which are sepia, black, white, red and navy.

2. Pile or overlap papers to draw an impact and to make elements interact.

3. Use straight lines rather than curves and circles. Straight lines make clean and classic aura. If your scrapbook appears too rigid or linear, soften the lines or make a torn edge.

4. Select photos that will blend naturally with the colors, material and feel of your scrapbook.

5. Shallow dimensions are preferred. Use embellishments that are not that bulky. Moreover, you can use charms, alphabet tiles, foam tape, laces and tassles to emphasize dimension. Nonetheless, do not overdo it so as to distract the photos.

6. If the photos have theme or motif, be sure to dress your scrapbook according to the latter. The theme, color and embellishments must add to the beauty of the scrapbook not the contrary.

Speaking of embellishments, one of the most preferred embellishments that artists use is tassles. Tassles are ornaments consist of loose threads, embroidery floss, yarns, straw, raffia or cords. They are not only best for scrap booking but for knitting projects, scarves, bookmarks, pillows, draperies and afghans as well. You can find tassles ubiquitously. Nonetheless, if you desire to do it personally, tassle-making is pretty much easy.

Here are the simple steps in making tassles:

1. Cut a piece of cardboard based on the size of tassle you want to have.
2. Wrap a piece of yarn (or any of your desired material) around the cardboard. Cut the yarn at the untied end.

3. Wrap the long piece of yarn around the tassle. If you are satisfied with the look and style, insert its end (through a needle) to anchor said tassle.

4. Trim excess ends to give the tassle a clean look.

Now, you have your own version of tassle. You can use it in any art project you have including scrap booking.  Just bear in mind that scrap booking represents the individual personality of the creators. Nonetheless, if you want your own version of several things – you can. You can bend the rules. You can even break them. Its all our bringing out the bet of you and the best of what your personality can give - your piece of idiosyncrasy!

Scrapbooking Supplies

Great Scrapbooking Supplies for Starters

by EdySutio

You have seen several of your friends’ scrapbooks. You have also developed a growing interest to make one of your own. You finally decide to make some moves and go to the scrapbooking shop and grab some supplies. But once you enter the shop and see what is in store for you, you found yourself totally lost with hundreds of items to choose from. The same feeling of being lost also happens to other starters like you, believe it or not. Surely, you don’t want to end up picking up some items you just thought you might need but you really do not. You want to have specific list of scrapbooking supplies you can use.

To help you out on this, here are some of the scrapbooking supplies must haves to start you with your scrapbook making:

Album – When selecting an album, consider the size and the theme you want to achieve. A definite size would help you plan the overall look of your scrapbook while the theme would help you choose the style of album you need. Try to find a large album if you want a good space for elaborate decoration; of course, this would depend on the theme you want to adopt. A small album is also okay if you prefer a manageable space. Sometimes, scrapbook enthusiasts have small and large ones but as a beginner, you may want to start on one size and improve from there.

Album refill – You may want to include album page refills the moment you buy your album. This is because album refills do not have standard sizes and you may not see refill that matches the size of your album in the future. Grab some packs so that you would not have to worry about finding one when you need them. Make sure also that when you buy an album, refills are available. Pick refills from the same album manufacturer you have bought.

Adhesive – There are several types of adhesive. There are also several brands of adhesives you can buy. Pick one or two that would match the exact need of your scrapbook. Glue Dots, Mod Podge, Triple Thick, EZ, 3D Dots, and Xyron are some of the brands you might want to pick.

A Pair of scissors – It is always advisable if you have a separate scissors for your scrapbook. This will let you keep it as sharp as possible. Your mom does not want you to use the kitchen scissors is another good reason why you should have your own pair of scissors exclusively for your scrapbook.

Papers – Different kinds of papers would let you have a beautiful scrapbook. But if you select one, make sure that the colors you pick match your chosen theme. You may want to go to scrapbooking shop and get different types of paper sold in sheets. This will give the pages of your scrapbook some variations.

Journal pens – If you buy journal pens, consider the permanent marking, fine tips, and acid-free ones. Acid-free pen is a must because it will keep the album clean and free from chemical reaction that would cause the pictures and the album to deteriorate.

Additional supplies:

Acrylic paint – For more vibrant look of the pages of your scrapbook, colored pens and papers may not be enough. You may want to add some acrylic paint on your shopping. You can buy them in batches or individually.

Rubber stamps – Rubber stamps could add more color and style to your scrapbook. Rubber stamps come on different shapes, sizes, and styles. Choose some that would enhance the look of your scrapbook.

Rub-Ons – To free yourself from cutting or writing texts on to your scrapbook, rub-ons are nice alternatives.

Die Cut Machine – To have a perfect cut every time you make some texts, purchase a die cut machine.

Scrapbooking kit – a clean and exclusive compartment of all your scrapbooking supplies is a must. Thus, you may want to have your own scrapbooking kit.

These are some of the things you could have as you start your own scrapbook. Make sure you have the primary things before buying other supplies that are more expensive.

Gook luck and happy scrapbooking!

Scrapbooking Stores

Notable Things About Scrapbooking Stores

by EdySutio

Scrapbooking is one of those activities that people enjoy because it gives them a sense of accomplishment. Sure, you may complain when you are in the process of putting together the scrapbook. However, we all know just how much pride and joy you feel when you behold the finished product.

Scrapbooking is also a popular activity because of its simplicity. There are people who try to make their scrapbooks into personal masterpieces. However, practically everybody can put some memorabilia and pictures together to make a scrapbook.

One thing most people tend to overlook about a scrapbook is the fact that it contains so much more than memories. You see, the way you put a scrapbook together says a lot about your emotions. The arrangement of the objects and pictures tell the reader exactly how you think a particular moment affected your life.

The colors and textures of a scrapbook page actually speak to a reader and tell him or her all about the joy and the pain of a certain point in your life. You see, the amount of materials and effort you put into a scrapbook reveals volumes about your history that the pictures alone cannot show.

So where do you get materials for scrapbooking? Thankfully enough, there are actually a lot of scrapbooking stores out there. These stores can sell you different types of supplies concerning scrapbooks. Here are some things you can get from scrapbooking stores:

1) Literature – Scrapbooking stores sell books and magazines that can help you put a scrapbook together. These books offer you different tips on what to put in your scrapbook. In reading these books, you will get valuable insights regarding the significance of making a scrapbook.

Different types of books that scrapbooking stores offer also offer you great inspirational ideas to help you with the overall theme of your scrapbook. Scrapbooking stores also carry books of famous quotations which you can use on your scrapbook to better explain an object or picture’s significance.

2) Materials – Scrapbooking stores also carry different materials for your creation. The materials sold in scrapbooking stores range from:

a) Basic – This includes special kinds of paper and cover materials for your scrapbook. Scrapbooking stores carry these materials for the scrapbook enthusiast who prefers to add his or her designs to the scrapbook. These materials act like a blank canvas for the enthusiast to create a masterpiece on.

b) Add-ons – These materials consist of the little bits of odds and ends which enhance a scrapbook’s appearance. These add-ons are put in by scrapbook enthusiasts to emphasize certain points in their scrapbooks. These can also be used to send subtle messages to the reader about the significance of a picture or memorabilia.

3) Tools – These are sold in scrapbooking stores for the sole purpose of making scrapbooking easier for people. These tools help put the materials together in order to form a scrapbook. In a sense, these tools were designed to bring order to chaos. Included in this category are scissors, glue, tape, pens and others.

Aside from purchases, however, you can also get other things from a scrapbooking store. Well, these can’t be called “things” exactly. But, you’ll understand:

1) Advice – You see, scrapbooking stores are usually put up by scrapbooking enthusiasts. By going to scrapbooking stores, you open yourself up to the possibility of getting advice and tips from all manner of enthusiasts. This makes the scrapbooking store the perfect place for you to hang out.

2) Companionship – Putting together a scrapbook can be a pretty lonely job. There you are, reminiscing about the good times, and you realize that you have no one to talk to about it. Well, scrapbooking stores can be full of people whom you can relate to. You can just hang around the stores, share stories about your scrapbook ang how it’s coming along. You can also share tips on different materials and how you use them. In other words, scrapbooking stores give you the chance to mingle.

Remember that the past can be sweet to remember, but the present is always facing you.

Hopefully, this short article has been helpful to you in your quest to know more about scrapbooking stores. By researching more, you could eventually find yourself on the path to making the perfect scrapbook for you.

Scrapbooking Stickers

Tips on Using Scrapbooking Stickers

by EdySutio

There are many mediums in the scrapbooking world that are popular even among other industries. And the stickers, being one of the most versatile options we have can be found useful in crafts aside from scrapbooking.

Since the first stickers were created, there are obviously hundreds of developments in the sticking world, all are for the name of making things lovely and playful.

Making your own stickers
If there is one thing covered in the midpoint of scrapbooking, it might be proper to assume that it is all about bring out your personality in the craft. After all, your uniqueness will radiate in each page and design that you make. Or in the layout that you have planned and is planning to finish.

Personalized stickers are anything from making stickers with your names on it or any designs that would better represent your being you.

Sticker makers, on the other hand, are so popular among scrappers since these can be manipulated to produce stickers of your own concept or of your own choice. This is best when you have a specific theme in your mind and nothing may provide you with the embellishments needed to complete the needed components.

Create lines
Normally, stickers when done incorrectly would create almost permanent mistakes. If you would want to get around such incorrect decisions, you may try the old school technique of pencil marking for guideline. However, if you would not want risking your page with rubbed pencil marks, you may choose the alternative of setting Post-It-Notes as your outline. You can lace these sticky friends on any position you want and use them as your guide, without the hassle of making pencil marks.

Back-ups
In scrapbooking, there would be times when too few ideas pass your thoughts. In case you need an immediate result for your album, you can try using stickers as your background. Again, you might prepare this one or buy them from craft shops.

Long nails work wonders
You can take advantage of your long nails when peeling-off stickers. Many types of peel-offs are delicate or very sensitive to folding. If you have long nails then you might be able to lessen the possibility of creating "dents" on the sides of the stickers. If however, you have none then make use of scissors and grab a hold on the edge.

Make the layers
Stickers are partly meant to be layered. You can simply attach the stickers on blank papers or cardstocks and spice up the design with other sticky buddies. This is normally used for concepts that portray scenes. Say a floral design with lots of butterflies and blooming flowers on it.

Greeting Stickers
Make a neat alternative or handwriting. Any self-respecting bookstore, craft shop or scrapbooking vendors will have some supplies of stickers that say something. You may even enhance peel-offs with permanent markings and accessory colors to get the hues you want.

Dealing with sticker mistakes
Often, no matter how sure we are in placing stickers, we still might find flaws in doing them. Sometimes they are so misplaced that they tend to unforgiving on our pages. And when this incident occurs, most people would normally despair and leave everything in their incorrect places.

How to fix stickers:

§ The common solution would be to carefully peel off the stickers by using adhesive removers or erasers. This solution might cause some damage on the stickers but with gentle operation, your layout would be safe from any scratch.

§ If you cant remove the sticker with any other way possible, you might fix it by covering it by a larger one or an embellishment that would cover the entire stuff.

§ Coordinated papers may work best for your misplaced stickers. The trick here is to make everything intentional.

§ Sometimes, it is from the mistakes that we create better. Who knows how many ideas may sprout from your out of place sticker.

Waste nothing
Now you're done with your sticky works, the last thing you would want to do is to throw the sheets left. Its amazing how much these left-overs would do for you once you've collected them in bulk. You may use a paper trimmer to create boarders or punchers to produce small designs.