5 Ideas for scrapbooking pages

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1. Ribbons and lace are 2 of the most common ideas for scrapbooking pages. They also look beautiful when used as borders too. The flowing nature of both materials gives a touch of softness and elegance. Ribbon and lace are especially nice when used in gift and memory scrapbooks. It is therefore a bonus that ribbon is so easy to glue and attach. Lace requires a bit more patience, however. For an interesting change from ribbon and lace, try using jute or raffia.

2. For an added personal touch and artistic flair why not use a book jacket as a background? This scrapbook technique looks especially nice when the book jacket comes from a favorite book. Be aware, however, that the glossy coating on the book jacket creates an added challenge to sticking objects on to this background. Alternative attachment methods include sewing and eyelets.

3. Another great idea for scrapbooking pages is to add shadow boxes. Basically, shadow boxes add a shadow to your images. They are also a great way to make your most important photographs or text boxes stand out from the rest of the page. Shadow boxes can also be used to emphasis dedications. To make a shadow box, simply cut a box shape out of paper. Next, put your embellishment on a larger square of card. Then, add glue to all four sides of the card square and attach it to the back of your paper. The embellishment will show through, adding greater dimension to your page.

4. Another good way to add dimension to images is to use double stick foam tape. Double stick foam tape literally allows items to pop out at the reader adding realism to items. This technique is especially useful in children's art. Simply, cut the foam tape into whatever shape and size you want. Then, attach to the shape and add to your scrapbook page. Double stick foam tape is easily available from most craft stores in various colors and thicknesses.

5. Last; but not least, patterned paper can be used for backgrounds, borders, and embellishments. Often plain white backgrounds look rather boring and dull. Patterned backgrounds add a touch of excitement to your page. The right pattern tailored to your theme and purpose can also create a real professional look. Colors and patterns can be used to coordinate with your photographs or add a dramatic effect. Paper with various themes and patterns is widely available nowadays. For instance, a birthday scrapbook could have a background made of your favorite gift wrap. This could add a touch of elegance or a touch of humor depending upon the patterned paper you choose.

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