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Filed under: Beginner Scrapbooking Tips
It’s A-OK to be a beginner, everybody starts somewhere! Get the basics of creating your scrapbook by watching wonderful videos from experts who demonstrate the techniques they use. The wonder of scrapbooking, however you choose to fashion it, is that it means so much to so many.
Filed under: Beginner Scrapbooking Tips
A Sneak Peek: Who's In ScrapperTown?
Crafting Scissors Should Be Protected
Protecting the fabric scissors is paramount for an avid tailor or seamstress or quilter. Learn in this short video session how Marguerita McManus solved the problem of other family members attempting to use her special fabric scissors. A hint: she made it easy for them not to.
Laura Denison Makes a Tiny Mini Album Keychain
Laura Denison makes a tiny mini scrapbook album that she attaches to a keychain, and this wonderful idea trumps any cheap plastic name tag since it can contain photos to be shared on a whim! Grandmothers love it!
Macro Photography as Scrapbook Embellishments
Learn about macrophotography and how to use it in scrapbooking as featured embellishments. Photos are not usually the embellishment; photos are the featured piece accented by the attractive elements. Meet professional photographer Michael Shiffler and hear the advice he offers on how you, too, can create perplexing photographs that will carry your message and enthrall your scrapbook visitors.
Advice on Photo Storage from The Smithsonian Institution Archives
Photographs are treasures that need to be stored correctly for preservation, and in this conversational video you'll get professional advice on storage and archival methods from The Smithsonian Institution Archives.
Digital Scrapbooking Made Very Easy
Do you have a load of photos that you've downloaded to your computer, but you're inexperienced in working with digital software? Would you like an easy, inexpensive solution? In this video Erin Grieger shows how she produced a wonderful photo collection without spending a lot of money or time.
A Beginner's Scrapbooking Tutorial
It's A-OK to be a beginner, everybody starts somewhere! Get the basics of creating your scrapbook by watching wonderful videos from experts who demonstrate the techniques they use. The wonder of scrapbooking, however you choose to fashion it, is that it means so much to so many.
R.J. Muna on Photo Composition
How does a photographer make images of static objects come to life and provoke interest? Award winning photographer and artist R.J. Muna discusses the critical element of photo composition, what he looks for in a subject and how he plans in advance for an upcoming photo shoot.
Journaling: To Whom Are You Writing?
In addition to enjoying the hilarity of Andrew and Melissa Engstrom's wedding video, you'll enjoy hearing the story about their dating relationship, their marriage, their faith and values and the letters that Andrew wrote to his future bride. This discussion highlights the importance of journaling and what it can mean at a later date.
How to Create a Gift Box from Scrapbook Paper
Elina Koutsouradi demonstrates how to make a small gift box from scrapbook paper in this video. If you're needing a box in a short amount of time then this construction craft method will serve you well.
Scrapbooking Paper Storage Solution
Instead of viewing the task of storing your scrapbooking paper supply as a necessary evil, view it as an opportunity to spruce up your scrapbooking space creatively. Come see how Tiffany Spaulding addresses this familiar crafter's quandary.
Scrapbook Paper DIY
Kathy Cano-Murillo is the spokesperson and creator of the Crafty Chica® brand vibrant arts & crafts products geared for those who crave color and pop art combined with innovation and easy applications. Learn about her line of Mojito Papers™ for use in scrapbooking and other crafts.
Basic Pop Up Page Construction for Scrapbooks
Jojogirl34 shows us her fundamental steps for building pop up cards and pages in this video. It's good to see the different approaches that crafting enthusiasts use to create special effects on their paper projects.
Basics of Digital Scrapbooking Software
This is an excellent video to watch if you're wanting to learn the basic functions typically found in digital scrapbooking software. Barbara Eastwick does a very good job of explaining the fundamental steps that you'll need to know.
Make Pocket Pages, Any Size
Small pocket pages can contain journaling or photos that are presented on decorative tags, or the pocket might contain some memorable item. But to maximize the impact of the small collection the pocket pages should be custom made to fit your small album. Marla Vennete shows us how to make the pockets in a few easy steps.
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