Scrapbook Your Memories

Scrapbooking is a way to preserve your memories. Instead of taking a picture and putting it in a plain album, you put your pictures in a book...your scrapbook.

A scrapbook is your work of art. You can decorate your pages any way you want. You can use simple stickers or more complex stamps. You can write poetry, paint, or even sew your pages. Your scrapbook is your story. It's how you want to communicate with future generations. What do you want them to know about their family?

Your basic supplies to get started need to be photograph safe. Make sure to use acid free products. You don't want to use anything that will damage your precious memories. Most scrapbook safe products will let you know if it is photo safe or not.

You can find useful information at craft stores and websites. Some sites have scrapbook pages that are complete to give you ideas on where to start. Several companies have forums where you can get hints and tips from other scrapbookers. Scrapbooking is a very popular hobby.

To get started putting your scrapbook together you will need these basic supplies. This list is just a starting point. You can add whatever you want.

Scrapbook Supply List:

Scrapbook Paper

Glue

Scissors

Markers

Card Stock

Ink pads

Stamps

It's a good idea to lay your scrapbook page out before gluing your pictures down. It will give you an idea of what you want where. You can play around until you get your page" just right" for you.

If you're not the artistic type, don't worry. In this age of digital technology you can still put a scrapbook together. Scrapbook computer programs make it simple. You can click and drag your way to a beautiful scrapbook.

Some people have scrapbook parties. Friends get together and learn from one another and share products as well as stories. A scrapbook party is simple to throw. Serve simple foods like cheese and fruit. Have a few supplies on hand. Send out invitations to your friends. Soon your home will be filled with laughter and joy.

Don't let your pictures just sit in a shoe box. Put together a scrapbook for your family and friends. It will be a treasure they will enjoy time and time again. The older members of your family can relive the past by telling the story behind your picture. The younger ones can learn by hearing the stories of time past. You are only limited by your imagination.