Creating a Fantastic Scrapbook with Ribbon

Scrapbooking Tips for Creating a Fantastic Scrapbook

Making your own scrapbook has never been simpler. There is a wide range of amazing scrapbook supplies you can find online and in stores.

First, you should select what type of scrapbook you would like to make. There are different sizes which are available in bookstores and online.

The most common sizes are the 8x12 and the 12x12 inch formats. Those formats are more costly but they have qualities that are above average and that can contain a large number of collections.

The 8x11 format works the best as it can fit the ink jet printers that are generally of the same size. You can also use 3 ring binders, which is a great option for a scrapbook.

You may even place the pages similar to the format of a post type binder where you can create a double outline. The sheets are attached closely in order that they can be used as one outline. Even if they are not put separately on the printer you can develop footage on that format.

There are far more cheap paper and scrapbook layouts that you can get in the 8x12 format. Keep that in mind when shopping for binders and themed paper.

Three ring binders for a scrapbook allow you have to have more for your photos. Actually it is better to have a top quality binder available before you arrange your photos.

It is not a good idea to use a spiral non-removable scrapbook since you'll be limited on one special page and you may want to rearrange the pages. It is not unusual for people to find they want to insert photos somewhere in the scrapbook after completing it. If you choose a non-removable scrapbook binder this will not be possible.

There are themed scrapbook supplies that may exhibit those fun memories. Even your children will have fun looking at the photos in your scrapbooks, seeing how trends and styles have changed. Friends and neighbors visiting your home might enjoy flipping through the pages instead of just taking a look at old photograph albums.

Naturally it is always delightful to recollect the moments in your life by taking a look at your memory book. No matter how long you have your scrapbook, you will enjoy looking through it over and over again.

Each page can be themed differently. By employing the same color on the background you can save more time and money. When it comes to design there is no limit with all the scrapbook supplies at your disposal.

Scrapbooking Ideas with Ribbon

Ribbons are a cost effective and cheap way of adding embellishments to your scrapbooking layouts. Ribbon, although simple, can be used in many different ways, and here are some scrapbooking ideas to get your creative juices flowing when scrapbooking with ribbon.

Ribbon comes in many different widths, colors and patterns, and you will always find something to compliment your layout.

Heritage layouts do well with ribbon. It somehow adds that old fashioned touch to the layout. Try taking an old oval black and white photo and embroidering some ribbon around the edges to frame it. You can even buy ribbon that has already been made into roses that you can frame your photo's with.

Another way to frame your photos with ribbon is to punch holes into the matting on the photo at even spaces around the edges. Now take a variety of ribbons and tie short bits through the holes. This is a very attractive way to frame your photos.

Ribbon can be added to digital layouts to give a more 3D look to the otherwise pretty flat layout. There are many ways in which to do this. Try framing your layout with strips of thin and thick ribbon. You could also weave a few strands of ribbon together. Try contrasting colors for an even prettier effect.

Try attaching items to your layouts using ribbon. Try plaiting thin strips of ribbon together and using the plaits to hang items on your layout. Try making your ribbon into a sort of washing line that you can peg other items to using mini pegs.

Try using different widths of ribbon with the wider one at the bottom and the thinner one stuck on top and use these strips to decorate your background. You could also try using strips of ribbon to decorate your background almost like a wall paper effect.

Try using ribbon to make rosettes to embellish your layouts with. Place a button as the center and gather the ribbon around the button. You can do as many layers and colors as you like here. Ribbon flowers can be made in the same way. The best way to gather the ribbon is to sew a running stitch with your sewing machine or by hand down the edge of the ribbon, and then pulling the ends of the thread to gather the ribbon and shape it around the button.

Ribbons tied in bows work a treat. You could place a bow at the corner of a photo, or the corner of your layout. Try tying tags to your layout with bows. Bows make wonderful embellishments; just don't go to overboard here.

Don't be afraid to experiment with scrapbooking with ribbon. There are loads of different ways you can use it to make stunning layouts.