Scrapbook Preserved

Scrapbook Layout, 12″x12″: Lotus

admin — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 14:35:23 +0000

This layout utilizes heat embossing for a fun polka dot background paper and a shape cutting to cool to create extra dimension. I hope you enjoy it & thanks for watching!

Duration : 0:9:34

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Any scrapbooking ideas?

admin — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 09:52:13 +0000

I love scrapbooking, and mostly I appreciate my own ideas most, but I would love to hear from all of you too.

Look at http://twopeasinabucket.com/ they have an amazing gallery from members as well as designers. You can search for keywords as well as brand of paper, etc…it’s addicting!

What is a good website for free digital scrapbooking? Also any good digital Scrapbooking software?

admin — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 09:52:11 +0000

Im new to the digital scrapbooking. Any tips/websites and software you love? Care to share please?

I use scrapbook Deluxe by Keepsake. It is easy to use.

What are some unique ideas for a baby scrapbook?

admin — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 09:52:07 +0000

I was wondering if anyone had any unique/cool ideas for a baby scrapbook. I already have some basic ideas, but I was wondering about some more. Thanks!

I echo the idea on the wrapping paper. For one of my showers for my first, a lady gave me a homemade hooded bath towel wrapped in bathtime wrapping paper. I took the paper and just used if for the page layout and used pics from that shower to decorate. It was very easy… no ironing needed.

Another thing I really love is preprinted pages. I know you might be thinking – how un-unique is that!! BUT it saves you a ton of time and you can still embellish them to whatever degree you choose. The brand I love is Aimee J Inc. I tend to go way overboard when it comes to the number of pics I want to include resulting in a huge number of pages. The printed pages help to keep things going and focused so I don’t lose track of what I wanted to accomplish.

I’m going to try this idea myself… take a bunch of pics of your baby’s eyes, ears, toes, fingers, hairline… etc. memories you want to capture and make them into 1-2 in. squares to form a chunky border on your 12×12 page then put a full baby pic in the main area of the page and embellish as you like. I waited for Michael to fall asleep and tried this. Hint – make sure your flash is off – my pics came out better without it. Have fun!!!

I need help with Cricut markers and cutting?

admin — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 09:52:04 +0000

I have been trying to use the Cricut Markers and then cut out the image. I get the marker to work fine, change the blade, hit load paper and cut and it cuts but it does not line up with my drawing. Any suggestions? Help Please!

The cricut markers have a forum
with others that can help you get
things right….

http://www.cricut.com/messageboard/tt.aspx?forumid=73&AspxAutoDetectCookieSupport=1

I need to make a wedding card for my cousin, any scrapbooking ideas?

admin — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 03:41:37 +0000

Links/pictures would be helpful.

Thanks

Do you want to print the items yourself or do you want to buy them? if you want to print try

http://digifree.blogspot.com/ (if you’re a scrapper then you will already know this site lol)
http://cp.c-ij.com/en/ it the cannon creative park site they have lots of ideas on there. if you want to buy stuff try

http://graftoncrafts.co.uk/shop/cart.php (free p&p) or
http://www.artymiss.co.uk/ quite cheap
Hope these help
Michelle

What books are good for scrapbooking beginners?

admin — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 03:41:34 +0000

I’m new to scrapbooking and want to create a nice baby scrapbook. I already have an A3 book to fill but I want help with layouts, materials etc. A baby centered book is not necessary but if anyone could recommend a beginners book, and maybe a book that has some easy to follow ideas for layouts I would be very grateful

Scrapbooking can be intimidating when you are just starting out, but it doesn’t have to be. There are a few books that would be a great help to beginning scrapbookers.

A few of my favorites are "The Big Picture" by Stacy Julian, "Creative Sketches" by Becky Higgins, and "scrapbook Page Maps" by Becky Fleck. They are not specific to baby scrapbooking and are wonderful for jumpstarting your scrapbook pages on any theme, because once you start you won’t want to stop!

I also have a site devoted to scrapbooking with many areas related to beginners. You are welcome to check it out.

Good luck to you, and congratulations on the new baby!

How do i word an invitation for a scrapbook get together?

admin — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 03:41:31 +0000

I wanted to have friends come over & scrapbook. I’m not sure how to word it.

What you want to do is let your friends know what to expect at your home. Let them know what time you’ll be cropping, if you will be teaching them something or making a small project together. You should let them know what supplies & tools they should bring & what you will have to share. Also, if you are doing games, swaps, etc, you can let them know ahead of time. If you are doing a theme, like pajama crop, let them know. If you’ll have food or want them to bring some, let them know. Here is an invite that I would use:

70’s Cropping at My House!
Friday night, from 6 pm until midnight.
Please wear some groovy threads & prepare to disco out while cropping!
Light snacks & sodas will be provided.
Please bring basic tool kit & projects to work on. We’ll make a Mother’s Day Card with alcohol inks. (I’ll have supplies).
I’ll have to share: Quickutz & dies, Wishblade, computer for journaling, Sizzix & dies, paints, craft iron, rubber stamps, trimmers, and all my idea books.

Also, DIY scrapbooking had a segment on this awhile back, and had lots of good general ideas. Here is some info from them:

* Invitations – Use your scrapbooking know-how to create an invitation inspired by your crop theme. Creating the invitation is your opportunity to set the tone for the crop. Be sure to inform croppers of items they’ll need to bring, or what supplies will be available. If crop time will be limited, be sure to specify crop party times on the invitation.

* Creating a Festive Atmosphere – Themed decor, food and music work in tandem to create a jovial event. Tip: Music should be played at low volume to avoid distracting the croppers.

* Favors – A themed party favor for your guests — like a sticker packet — heightens guests enjoyment of the crop and provides them with an inexpensive supply that can be enjoyed afterwards.

* Games and Prizes – A little friendly competition can add to the fun. Gerbrandt suggests weighing croppers’ bags as they arrive, then awarding a prize to the cropper who brings the most (or least) supplies. Alternately, croppers can be challenged to create as many borders or page elements using one tool or supply.

* Photo Op – Finally, don’t let the opportunity for taking great photos pass by! Record the evening’s fun and friendship on film.

* Organize supply stations to manage traffic flow for a larger groups. Have participants label any supplies brought to the crop.

* Create an "Information Station" where croppers can peruse magazines and books for new page ideas.

* A swap basket facilitates easy supply trading. Croppers simply put in items they no longer need, then search for new items to take home.

* Consider providing a kit to participants, or take a collection up to buy needed supplies for the crop.

* Contests are a great way to stimulate creativity and add to the fun of any crop. Croppers can create clever centerpieces, quick pages or paper dolls.

Happy cropping!

Do it Yourself Wedding Invites with the cricut expression?

admin — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 03:41:29 +0000

I am getting married next fall and I own a cricut expression. I wanted to try and make some sample invitations and I was wanting some ideas. I need to know what cartridge to use and the layout of some card ideas. Anything anyone can do for me would be so greatly appriciated.

I would try Sure Cuts A Lot software. I bought a copy and I don’t even use my cartridges anymore. With SCAL you can use any font you have on your computer. Which means that if you find a font on Dafont.com or some other free site you can download it and cut it on your Cricut. That alone is worth the price. But now they have a new version that cuts any sort of shape you have as well. It use to be only SVG files but now you can use any sort of shape you have on your computer.

Personal Scrapbooking Ideas : Vacation Scrapbooking Ideas

admin — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 02:53:09 +0000

Took a big trip this year? Get tips for making a vacation scrapbook in this free video clip about easy scrapbooking ideas.

Expert: Jessica Cain
Bio: Jessica Cain loves any excuse to get crafty, plan a party, or make personalized gifts! Her other hobbies include studying severe weather and keeping up with the latest music and entertainment news! Ca
Filmmaker: kyle saylors

Duration : 0:1:10

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