Scrapbooking / Paper
How to make a Mini Scrapbook | Mini Album Tutorial
Written by Amy Manhart This how to make a mini scrapbook tutorial comes to us from Amy Manhart. She is the creative genious behind the blog Wuns Upon A Time . It was inspired by the American Girl books being given out with McDonald's happy meals.Infarrantly Creative: Ballard Inspired Paper Holder Craft Projects and DIY Inspiration
Hello IC friends! I am feeling a tad better. Thank you for those of you who sent me “get well” wishes. We are entering a crazy weekend though…we are watching 5 kids all weekend. Some of you with 5 children are probably like, “oh geez, cry me a river.”
The Basics of Documenting A Week In Your Life
From my 2008 Week In The Life Album. Next week, from Monday through Sunday, I will be documenting a week in my life with photos + words and I invite you to play along. (You could even begin today or tomorrow if you wanted – there is no reason it has to be Monday through Sunday vs. Saturday through Friday.)
Need help turning your post-vacation keepsake clutter into a divine display? Our resident do-it-yourself expert, Ashley Campbell , has just what you’ve been looking for: As spring break and summer approach many families begin planning vacations and time to just enjoy being together.
Shadow Box Photo Display for Photographers
6 Tips for Using Patterned Paper Backgrounds on your Scrapbook Pages | Get It Scrapped!
by Debbie Hodge I love using patterned papers — especially for backgrounds. However, it’s often a little tricky making sure the photos aren’t overwhelmed by the paper. As long as you employ some basic design principles you should be all set. Try the following approaches.handwriting tips
You’ve decided you want to improve your handwriting and you’re probably hoping a fountain pen will do the trick -- maybe a friend told you it would. Maybe you’re just adventurous and you want to try your hand at calligraphy (or you might, once your handwriting improves). Good for you! A fountain pen may make your writing look a bit better, but if your writing looks as if frenzied chickens got loose on the page, chances are this won’t be enough.
Immediately after removing the paper, place it in a pan, and pour water over it. Hang paper to dry, marbleized side up. Do not touch the paper until it is dry (typically within 2 hours, depending on humidity levels). Decide whether to keep or discard your solution (it can be used several times). To change paint colors, lay strips of newsprint across the solution's surface, then remove; repeat with clean strips until the solution is clear.
How to Marbleize Paper and Cards - Introduction - MarthaStewart.com
by Debbie Hodge How do you like your pages? Simple and clean? A little busy? Or filled with layers of paper, images, tags, envelopes, fibers and any embellishments you can find to support your subject?
Layer it on: ideas for making rich scrapbook pages with layering and collage | Get It Scrapped!
If you’d like to make these cute little “Flap Lock” Origami Envelopes–all you’ll need is a piece of square paper…any size. I used Christmas scrapbook paper. 1. Fold the paper in half to form a triangle. Make sure your edges are even.
Easy Origami Envelope |
