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Photos are the Heart of your Layout

Do you wonder what to do with your photos so they will stand out? Here are a few tips that will help you with that decision.

What Should I Journal About?

Do you struggle with journaling your scrapbook pages? This article will help you with the basics of journaling.

What do I Put on a Scrapbook Page?

PHOTOS. Pictures of loved ones, important events, or yourfavorite things are the centerpiece of most scrapbookpages. The number of photos you display on your pageswill depend on the page size. The larger the page, themore photos you can fit. So, when you’re choosing photos,think of the page size as well as the theme or message…

Strike a Pose

Capture the unique personality of your subject with these helpful photography tips. Do a Background Check Before snapping any shots, make sure your background won’t distract from your subjects.To create an uncluttered backdrop, consider shooting them against a neutral wall. Make sure mirrors or windows don’t create unwanted reflections. When shooting outdoors, watch for telephone…

30 Days of Christmas Cards – Day 3

Here is a nice card to help you use up some of your scraps. Your base is 8.5″ x 5.5″, folded in half or use a pre-made card base. Ingredients: Instructions: To add interest to my card, I ran the candle pieces through my old paper crimper. I also cut some greenery to put at…

30 Days of Christmas Cards – Day 2

Supplies: Cutting Instructions: Assembly Instructions: If you have any questions, please leave them below or text me at 801-800-0884 or email me at [email protected] Creatively, Carol

30 Days of Christmas Cards

If you make Christmas cards for sending your very best thoughts during the upcoming holiday season you want them to arrive before Christmas. The post office deadline for first class mail is December 15th, 2024 for Christmas delivery, December 20 for Hanukkah (Dec. 25–Jan. 2), or even Kwanzaa (Dec. 26–Jan. 1) you want to mail…

There’s a new page in town

No, I am not talking about the scrapbook page above, but that is part of it. On my blog, there is a page called “Scrapbook Scanning” and it tells you all about my new venture. I once mailed away my scrapbook pages to be scanned and it took 9 months of phone calls to finally…

Why People like Papercrafting…

First and foremost, paper crafting is a form of creativity and self-expression. Papercrafting allows you to design and create something unique and personal. Papercrafting allows you to put your own spin on something and make it your own. Second, paper crafting can be a relaxing and therapeutic activity. It allows you to step away from…

My Hometown Scrapbooking Reasons

Have you scrapbooked your home town? Here are some suggestions to help you get started.

The Untimely Death of a Scrapbook

Do you remember to journal the pictures you scrapbook. Here are several good reasons and it will keep your scrapbook out of the dump (we hope).

Let Me Introduce You!

Happy May Day! I love this day because it reminds me of flowers, and there is stunning beauty in nature. Today is the day I because a Stampin’ Up Demonstrator. The new website address is www.CreativelyCarol.stampinup.net. You will find at 1pm, central time, the new offerings created by Close to my Heart. One or two…

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I AM GUILTY!

Today’s question comes from Illinois, and I am just as guilty! “I have been putting off scrapbooking all my pictures for the last three years. I have so many pictures I don’t know where to begin. Any Ideas? I am embarrassed to say I am in the same situation. I have probably scrapped less than…

Scrapbook Sketch for March 18, 2024

Do you need scrapbook inspiration? Here is a sketch that will accommodate lots of photos to spark your inspiration and creativity.

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