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Introduction - Scrapbooking is the number one fastest growing hobby in households today. Young and old are creating beautiful albums to preserve their memories forever.

There are many different techniques and styles to use with your photos.

Scrapbook Defintions - 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.

01. Preparations - Creating your first scrapbook can seem very overwhelming; however, with these helpful tips it can become a very rewarding experience. When you decide to start on your scrapbook you will have to ask yourself a few questions.

02. Organizing - The biggest challenge to starting your scrapbook is organizing your photos. This may seem overwhelming to many, but can be done in a minimal amount of time using these helpful tips.

03. Cropping Photos - Cropping is simply cutting away the distracting elements in your photos. There are several techniques to achieve this look. Listed below are some tips to do so.

04. Getting Started - In this chapter you will learn tips that will help you easily start the layout process of your scrapbook pages.

  • This is where your focal point is very important. This will create the flow of your scrapbook. As I stated before, choose 3-5 pictures for one page. You can use more or less depending on your personal taste. There are many attractive scrapbooks with different size photos used.

05. First Page - Your first page will also be known as your introduction page. It is the beginning of your story. This is the page where your title should be placed. You can also display a large photo of the subject here. In this chapter you will learn how to place your photos onto the cardstock, as well as some other tips .

06. Embellishments - The next step to put your personal touch in your scrapbook is adding embellishments. These do not have to be expensive time consuming tasks. Here are a few ideas to help get you started.

  • Embellishments can be as simple or as creative as you desire. You can be creative without taking a lot of time doing so. There are several types of embellishments you can use in your scrapbook.

07. Timesaving - In this chapter you will learn several tips and helpful hints with your scrapbook. Whether you are a first time scrapbooker or an old pro, these tips should help with your scrapbook budget and ideas.

08. Layout Ideas - In this chapter you will read about a few layouts for your scrapbook. Adding your own touch and flair to each idea will provide you with a wonderful masterpiece.

First of all, Thanksgiving is the most difficult page to create in your scrapbook. Here are a few ideas for you.

09. Host a Party - Hosting a scrapbooking party isn’t as bad as it sounds. It is a fun option for women to get together with the same hobby and share ideas and techniques.

Hosting a party gives you extra perks like, discounts and prizes.

Before you start handing out those invitations there are a few things you need to know.

10. Beyond - Once you have mastered your first scrapbook, you can begin to demonstrate your talent elsewhere. There are several ways to express your creative side while adding your personal touch to a gift for a friend or family member. Whether you are attending a party or planning a shower the items you can decorate are endless.

Conclusion - With a little time and effort you will be able to create a elegant way to preserve your pictures. The reward of presenting this scrapbook to that special person is priceless.

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