Have you started scrapbooking all those great photos you have taken over the years? No, and why not? Are you intimidated by all those terms that mean nothing to you and everyone else seems to understand? It isn't as overwhelming as you might think; there are a few scrapbooking terms that you need to know so that you can get started with your basic supplies. Before you know it, you too will be walking the walk and talking the talk.
Album
A scrapbooking album is different from a photo album. It has clear plastic sleeves that hold your pages. It is held together with screws that are called extenders because you can indeed extend your album by adding longer extenders. Scrapbooking albums come in a variety of sizes and with many different cover choices. You can spend a little or spend a lot. If you have lots to do, opt for the little and do more of them. If you like the idea of doing large pages, 12 by 12 is the ideal size.
Patterned Paper
The base for your page of memories can be just the plain white paper that comes with your album but if you want to take your scrapbooking style up a notch, purchase some patterned paper. Patterned paper comes in a variety of colors and an endless array of patterns and designs. You can go with a theme or just go crazy.
Paper trimmer
This is the one tool that no scrap booker can live without. You will use the paper trimmer in so many ways. You can crop your photos, trim the pattern paper and cut some card stock. It uses a razor to give you a safe and crisp edge whenever one is needed.
Adhesive squares
These are great little squares that you use to stick all your items to your page. It is done in such a way that nothing shows. The squares come in two sorts, permanent and adjustable. If you think you may want to redesign your page then use the ones that allow you to remove everything.
Stickers
Alphabet stickers are especially useful when you want to scrapbook. You can use a journaling marker but you can also use letters to write your story or if you have trouble thinking of something that says it all, you can buy quotes that will fit any page.
Scissors
When it comes to scrapping you may need just one pair of nice sharp scissors. If you can afford it however, there are sets of shaping scissors that allow you to add interesting designs when you cut, like pinking shears.
Punch
No this isn't a drink; it is a hole punch which comes in a variety of shapes. It can be a heart, a shamrock, a half moon or a Christmas tree.
Stamps
Stamping is a craft of its own however when combined with scrapbooking it reaches new heights. You can use it to add that special something to your pages.
Embellishments
Many things that are considered embellishments in scrapbooking. It can be buttons, charms, ribbons or lace. The only limitations are your imagination.
Die cuts
Die cuts are paper stock that is cut in shapes. They come in themed shapes and some standard ones such as squares and circles. They can be used as backing for photos or to hold your journaling. They have many uses and enhance your pages.
Now that you have learned the basic scrapbooking terms you have no excuse for not getting started with those project that you have been putting off.
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