Articles For Mom

Scrapbooking Startup Inspirations? 10 Tips from a Scrapbook Rascal's Advisor Workshop

Wed, 14 May 2008 14:57:27 PST

Ever wondered how to start scrapbooking on a budget? We have 10 tips that will get you off the starting blocks fast.

I used these at a class I gave for Seniors - their first scrapbooking lesson - a few weeks ago. "What is the basic 'tool-kit' that a beginning scrap booker needs to get started?" was the first question I had to answer. Here's what I said...

Scrapbooking Your Christmas Memories

Wed, 12 Dec 2007 15:14:54 PST

The first step to preserving your precious memories for a Christmas scrapbook display is to gather your favorite photos that will help illustrate your family's story and give those viewing your album a good sense of who you are. You can begin by focusing only on one year, including pictures from a collage of holiday-related days or special events. If you wish .....

Scrapbooking Printables

Thu, 29 Mar 2007 11:11:01 PST

You've found the perfect layout and got everything right where you want it, but you are missing one thing that will make the layout just perfect. Thanks to the use of printables, scrapbooking accessories can be printed directly from your computer.

Computer Scrapbooks

Wed, 28 Feb 2007 01:27:19 PST

When digital cameras were first released on the market, everyone was excited. Finally, here was an easy way to take and store photos. No more would our closets be plagued with boxes and envelopes housing a hodgepodge of unorganized photographs. What we didn't realize was that soon, our computers would be filled with a hodgepodge of unorganized photographs. The explosion of home computers and the Internet has led to an increased need ....

The Best Milestone Birthday Gift - 10 Easy Tips To Create A Birthday Memory Book

Thu, 09 Nov 2006 15:01:00 PST

You don't have to have special talent to create a milestone birthday memory album. Here are 10 simple tips to help you make a birthday scrapbook, even if you don't know what you're doing.

Scrapbooking Secrets For Better Memory Preservation

Mon, 06 Nov 2006 21:12:00 PST

When you go to your nearest bookstore, you will most likely see a section allotted to scrap booking. Many people have joined the scrap booking bandwagon because it allows them to show people trinkets that may seem insignificant but in reality mean so much to them.

Baby Scrapbooking Ideas for Everyone

Mon, 06 Nov 2006 20:50:00 PST

Your baby's scrapbook will be something that you and your family will enjoy for a lifetime. Take your time and remember to preserve those memories just as you felt the time of the event.

Scrapbook Defintions

Mon, 23 Oct 2006 19:59:00 PST

Acid-free: Means the product has a pH of 7 or higher. Acid is a chemical used to make paper. This makes the paper break down easily. The higher the pH in the paper, the more durable the paper is. If the paper you are using contains acid, it can discolor, damage, and deteriorate your photos.

Adhesive: Glues or tapes that hold items together. Adhesives come .........

Mounting Photos in a Scrapbook

Mon, 23 Oct 2006 19:49:00 PST

Get many ideas for mounting photos onto scrapbook pages. There are quite a few options for mounting photos both in color choices and also in shape. I love using multiple colors. You can use contrasting colors or you can use several shades of the .......

5 Fun Ways to Add Distressing to Your Scrapbook Pages

Mon, 02 Oct 2006 15:59:00 PST

Distressing is a popular trend now in scrapbooking. Whether you like shabby chic or want to go for a more aged/weathered/heritage style, distressing your papers will give you the look you desire.

Children Scrapbooking - Creative Kids

Mon, 25 Sep 2006 16:34:00 PST

Youre never too young to learn the art of scrapbooking. In fact, teaching kids a few simple skills can help you create time in your schedule to scrapbook while still spending quality time with your family. Different ages can learn different scrapbooking techniques, but all ages should be able to help you make an album or produce albums of their own.

Scrapbook Cutting - A Beginner's Guide to Cutting your Photographs

Mon, 25 Sep 2006 16:32:00 PST

Unless you intend to simply stick your photographs two or three to the page simply to keep them protected from acid and the environment, youre going to have to learn how to cut your photographs to create interesting layouts. The first few times your snip into a picture with a pair of scissors you might be nervous or feel like youre committing an awful crime, but as you practice you will become more confident in your cropping skills.

Making a Scrapbook Calendar

Mon, 25 Sep 2006 16:28:00 PST

Learn how to create a scrapbook calendar for either personal use or to give as a gift.

5 Creative Ways to Scrapbook Sports

Mon, 25 Sep 2006 16:16:00 PST

Are you a (insert sport of choice here) mom?

If so, chances are you have tons of pictures of your child(ren) just waiting to be scrapped. Or perhaps you have been faithfully attending games/events for so long that you know longer take your camera. Either way, here are a few ideas to get you scrapping those sports memories.

Scrapbook Travel Ideas - Preserve Your Travel Memories

Mon, 25 Sep 2006 16:07:00 PST

Scrapbooking the travel album is a great way to preserve your memories of your vacation. With just a little bit of planning, you can permanently record your trip highlights. There are many things you can use from your trip to embellish your scrapbook pages and make them extra special. Here are some ideas for making fabulous pages for your scrapbook travel album.

Creating a Sports Scrapbook

Mon, 25 Sep 2006 16:05:00 PST

Learn how to create a scrapbook of a sports team for a great coach.

Dealing With Scrapbooking Block - Easy Steps to a Great Scrapbooking Idea

Mon, 18 Sep 2006 12:13:00 PST

Scrapbooking is a wonderfully enjoyable hobby but sometimes scrapbook block can cause even the most dedicated scrapper to "freeze up" on ideas. This can be worrisome if you have never had it happen before, and frustrating as well.

Scrapbooking Your Child's Kindergarten Class

Mon, 18 Sep 2006 12:11:00 PST

Receive many tips on capturing the kindergarten year in a scrapbook.

Creating a Scrapbook For Your High School Reunion

Mon, 18 Sep 2006 11:12:00 PST

Get ideas on how to create an online scrapbook before the actual high school reunion.

The Good Old Photo Scrapbook

Mon, 18 Sep 2006 10:59:00 PST

A great technique to safeguard cherished memories of family and friends, of exceptional places visited, as well as milestones such as graduation day, weddings and the birth of a baby is with a photo scrapbook. If you have boxes and boxes of aged photographs and mementos, a photo scrapbook is what you require to get your memories organized.