Article: Scrapbooking tips for beginners

-- If you think you have to document your whole life, it can be overwhelming. Start with small and simple projects that deal with one subject or one event.

-- Before you start, ask yourself: Why am I making this album? Who or what am I celebrating (child's life, vacation, relationship, hobby)? What emotions do I want to capture (romance, gratitude, remembrance)? How will I use this album (gift, showcase, yearly update)?

-- Think about organization. Will it be chronological? Around a theme? Favorites? Q&A? Other?

-- Remember that the main focus is your photographs. Don't get so carried away with embellishments that you loose the photos. But don't think that you have to include every photo you ...

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