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Scrapbooking Techniques
Take a notebook or a mundane daily diary or journal and add some decoration with a border and you end up with a scrapbook. The notebook, diary, journal or scrapbooks have the same basis for production. They all are filled with thoughts, ideas and feelings. What separates a scrapbook from the others is the visual impact and beauty of the production. In a way, the scrapbook allows you to show off your events or thoughts so that other people will enjoy seeing it. All these mentioned items preserve memorabilia and legacies. It is just that the scrapbook dabbles in creativity and imagination whereas the other items are plain and simple.
Just as with many other facets of life these days, scrapbooking has also been changed with the advent of the computer, internet and things like printers and scanners. These items of hardware have the same effect as the printing press on scrapbook presentations. They all make the process faster and easier. Desktop publishing and new software has also made scrapbooking easier for everyone. You could have a scrapbook and not use a single piece of paper. Doing this is known as digital scrapbooking and it has taken off in popularity. Whereas all these new-fangled computerized methods use to be the domain of geeks and techno-nerds, they have now branched out to the practice of scrapbooking. People of all ages from anywhere in the world now have access to many things to help them produce their own special scrapbooks. Because of the internet and lots of scrapbook oriented websites, the options have skyrocketed. Never in the past could someone do as much as they can now. Another facet of digital scrapbooking fits in very nicely with the world of social networking. Sites like Myspace and Facebook are a good match for displaying your scrapbooking skills.
Over the years, scrapbooking has gone from a hobby for elitists to today where it is a viable commercial activity. Both brick-and-mortar locations and websites have mushroomed into what you see today. It used to be a small scale activity but now it is expanding day by day. With all the new entries into the scrapbooking industry, there are new scrapbooking techniques and lots of them. Because of the myriad of choices for scrapbooking, it is hard to pigeonhole particular scrapbooking techniques. There really is no right or wrong way to decorate a scrapbook. This leads to new and unique scrapbooking techniques every day. Don't get me wrong, there are scrapbook techniques that will definitely benefit your presentation but a little bit of imagination with a smidgeon of creativity will go a long way.
So where does one go to look for new and different scrapbooking techniques? There are websites, books, and friends who also scrapbook. Scrapbooking is a learning experience and while you are creating your masterpiece, you will see interesting techniques you may not have thought of in the past. Go ahead use them and share them with your friends. Get them to share their scrapbooking techniques too.
When you plan your scrapbook, take some time and think the whole process through to the finished project. You start out with the most important portion of the scrapbook; the paper. Paper should be sturdy with a long life and be acid-free. You want your work around for a long time and the correct paper is essential for long life. As you plan the design of your scrapbook, keep mental notes about different supplies needed. Supplies such as pens, inks and stencils should be carefully planned for to make your project. Go into each scrapbook with the correct planning and you will find it easier to express your thoughts and end up with beautiful presentations.
A lot of scrapbooking techniques highlight the need to have index pages or highlight pages. They will inform you about where to locate them and how to display them. These special pages should be instantly noticeable as special pages with unique colors and symbols. Another way to distinguish pages is with bookmarks with tassels. Tassels are both decorative and functional in a scrapbook.
There are many elements to the art of decoration. Decoration shouldn't be overdone as it will make your project look gaudy. The right type of decoration is critical in scrapbooking techniques. Choose decoration carefully with planning before you start. Visualize it and then go with it. There are many choices you can use. Stamps, embellishments, rub-ons, stickers, snow globes etc. can really glitz up your scrapbook if not done to excess. Choose carefully and use each appropriately.
Want more versatility for your scrapbook? Here are a few ways to add impact to your project. You can add pop-up pages, trinkets that are attached to pages, punch craft, peek-a-boo and panoramic pages will make your scrapbook unique and wonderful. Scrapbook techniques are limitless and very diverse. Go ahead and explore these techniques and add versatility to your scrapbooks.
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I-Top Small 16mm Paper Punch $12.99 I-Top paper punch allows you dress your brads however you wantHandy scrapbooking tool is for use with the I-Top Brad Maker tool and Brad BuddiesSmall 16mm paper punch lets you be clever and creative in your crafts |
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Imaginisce I-Top Medium 22-mm Paper Punch $14.99 Imaginisce I-Top presents a medium punchPaper punch makes medium-sized punchesMake your scrapbooking and craft projects even better with a new hole punch |
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Kraftix Six Designs Magnetic Paper Punch $9.22 This great Kraftix magnetic interchangeable paper puncher will take your crafting and scrapbooking to a whole new level. Easily add creative elements to your crafts and scrapbooks with this tool. |
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Imaginisce I-Top Large 28-mm Paper Punch $15.99 Imaginisce I-Top presents a large punchPaper punch makes large punchesMake your scrapbooking and craft projects even better with a new hole punch |
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Paper Shapers 3/4-inch Square Medium Paper Punch $6.79 Paper punch is perfect for sprucing up scrapbooks, card and other paper craftsScrapbooking tool features a 3/4-inch square designLightweight and easy to use punch is sure to be your favorite |
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Mini Flower and Retro Flower Paper Punches (Set of 2) $10.48 EK's punches are uniquely compact, lightweight, sleek, superior and easy to use. These Flower and Retro Flower themed punches are perfect for scrapbooking or any other paper crafting needs. |
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Magnetic 'Love Story' Multi-shaper Paper Punch $16.99 Punch is perfect for embellishing scrapbooks, cards and other paper crafts wScrapbooking tool has a detachable magnetic head that allows you to punch anywhere on the paperPunch features the 'Love Story' design |
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Magnetic 'Marta' Multi-shaper II Paper Punch $21.99 Punch is perfect for embellishing scrapbooks, cards and other paper craftsScrapbooking tool has a detachable magnetic head that allows you to punch anywhere on the paperPunch features the 'Marta' design |
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Fiskars Elegance 4-In-1 Embossing Corner Punch $11.58 Craft professional cards and scrapbook pages with this embossing corner punch by FiskarsCraft tool allows you to punch and emboss by giving one extra push for a crisp edgeIdeal for use with most art and craft projects |
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Paper Shapers Moon and Stars Medium Paper Punch $7.76 Paper punch is perfect for sprucing up scrapbooks, card and other paper craftsScrapbooking tool features a moon and stars designLightweight and easy to use punch is sure to be your favorite |
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Rounder Corner Paper Punch $11.48 This rounder corner paper punch is perfect for paper crafters of all skill levels. Scrapbooking, greeting cards and all papers crafts benefit from the versatility and fun paper punches add. |
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Medium Penguin Paper Punch $9.29 EK's new punches are uniquely compact and lightweightThese craft punches are easy to usePunches store neatly in the storage sleeve (sold separately) |
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Stacking Fancy Square Paper Punch $11.85 Create 3-D layered effects on scrapbook pages and cards with this handy toolPaper punch allows you to put various sizes of a shape and layer as desiredStacking Fancy Square paper punch is perfect for beginners or experts |
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Medium Duck Paper Punch $8.38 Compact and lightweight, this duck paper punch is easy to use. This paper punch includes a lock setting for easy storage and safety. |
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Medium Airplane Paper Punch $8.38 Compact and lightweight, this airplane paper punch is easy to use. This paper punch includes a lock setting for easy storage and safety. |
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Paper Shapers 'Fleur de Lis' Medium Paper Punch $8.31 Paper punch is perfect for sprucing up scrapbooks, cards and other paper craftsScrapbooking tool features a fleur de lis designLightweight and easy-to-use punch is sure to be your favorite |
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Flower and Flourish Corner Paper Punch $11.48 This flower and flourish corner paper punch is perfect for paper crafters of all skill levels. Scrapbooking, greeting cards and all papers crafts benefit from the versatility and fun of a paper punch. |
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Swiss Cheese Corner Paper Punch $11.48 This Swiss cheese corner paper punch is perfect for paper crafters of all skill levels. Scrapbooking, greeting cards and all papers crafts benefit from the versatility and fun paper punches add to any project. |
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Heart Wing 2-piece Mini Paper Punches $8.79 These mini paper punches are uniquely compact, lightweight and sleek. This craft kit is easy to use and stores neatly away. |
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Fiskars Icing On The Cake Embossing Border Punch $12.99 Add to your scrapbook with Fiskars embossing punchFiskars new tool combines embossing and punching to create a new term: embunchEmbossing border punch is featured in Icing On The Cake pattern option |
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Border Punch Scrapbooking Tool $9.99 *Leaf border punch creates a continuous border on any size paper *Scrapbooking tool boasts an alignment grid and design silhouette *Paper cutter pattern-guides help repeat the pattern for a perfect, seamless border *Punch lever is oversized and easy to press *Border punch is available in a variety of designs *Perfect for embellishing scrapbooks, paper crafts and stationery *Recommended for use on 65-pound cardstock *Punch is blue and orange *Punch measures approximately 7 inches long x 2.5 inches wide *Design measures approximately 6 inches long x .5 inches wide |
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Fiskars Embossing Border Punch Scrapbooking Tool $11.56 *Emboss your borders the fun way with an embossing border punch *Scrapbooking tool features a 2.5 lever punch *Paper cutter creates designs approximately 7.5 inches *Creates scalloped daisy designs |
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Rounder Corner Paper Punch $10.23 This rounder corner paper punch is perfect for paper crafters of all skill levels. Scrapbooking, greeting cards and all papers crafts benefit from the versatility and fun paper punches add. *This corner punch features a Rounder design *This punch cuts approximately 1-inch in from the corner of your page *Imported |
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Paper Shapers Flip Flop Medium Paper Punch $8.39 *Paper punch is perfect for sprucing up scrapbooks, card and other paper crafts *Scrapbooking tool features a flip flop design *Lightweight and easy to use punch is sure to be your favorite *Locks for easy storage and safety |
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Paper Shapers Moon and Stars Medium Paper Punch $7.76 *Paper punch is perfect for sprucing up scrapbooks, card and other paper crafts *Scrapbooking tool features a moon and stars design *Lightweight and easy to use punch is sure to be your favorite *Locks for easy storage and safety |
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Paper Shapers 3/4-inch Square Medium Paper Punch $6.05 *Paper punch is perfect for sprucing up scrapbooks, card and other paper crafts *Scrapbooking tool features a 3/4-inch square design *Lightweight and easy to use punch is sure to be your favorite *Locks for easy storage and safety |
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Paper Shapers Photo Corner Medium Paper Punch $7.46 *Paper punch is perfect for sprucing up scrapbooks, card and other paper crafts *Scrapbooking tool features a photo corner design *Lightweight and easy to use punch is sure to be your favorite *Locks for easy storage and safety |
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Paper Shapers Cocktail Glasses Medium Paper Punch $10.71 *Paper punch is perfect for sprucing up scrapbooks, card and other paper crafts *Scrapbooking tool features a cocktail glasses design *Lightweight and easy to use punch is sure to be your favorite *Locks for easy storage and safety |
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Paper Punch Large-2.25" Circle Sale Price: CDN$ 23.23  |
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EK SUCCESS-Paper Shapers Large Punch. EK's new punches are uniquely compact; lightweight; sleek; superior and easy to use. They store neatly in the storage sleeve (sold separately). These punches include a lock for ease of storage and safety... |
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Paper Punch Large-Flowers & Leaves Sale Price: CDN$ 23.23 |
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EK SUCCESS-Paper Shapers Large Punch. EK's new punches are uniquely compact; lightweight; sleek; superior and easy to use. They store neatly in the storage sleeve (sold separately). These punches include a lock for ease of storage and safety... |
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Scallop Circle Paper Punch Medium EKPL-M-7003 Sale Price: CDN$ 13.04 |
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EK SUCCESS-Paper Shapers Medium Punch. EK's new punches are uniquely compact; lightweight; sleek; superior and easy to use. They store neatly in the storage sleeve (sold separately). These punches include a lock for ease of storage and safety... |
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Color Your Scrapbook Punch Art: Fun and Easy Ways to Add Realistic Detail! List Price: CDN$ 21.10 Sale Price: CDN$ 5.91 Used From: CDN$ 2.51 |
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Punch Your Art Out 2 List Price: CDN$ 14.25 Sale Price: CDN$ 6.33 Used From: CDN$ 6.06 Average Rating:  |
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Punch Your Art Out List Price: CDN$ 14.25 Sale Price: CDN$ 49.32 Used From: CDN$ 11.83 Average Rating:  |
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