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Remember the photo sleeve pages that we used to just slip our photos into? They displayed photos so they were easy to look at, but they weren’t very decorative. It was hard to put any feeling or personality into the pages, and there was little room to write information.

Scrapbooks have become very popular and offer a wide variety of ways to display photos, along with memorabilia and journaling. A huge selection of papers and embellishments allow us to express ourselves.

What if you’re not sure you have the time and creativity to make a scrapbook, but you want something with more personality than a plain photo sleeve album? Have I got some ideas for doing scrapbooking for you.

Let’s take a look at some of the ways we can compromise between the stark feel of a photo sleeve album and the elaborate designs of a scrapbook. Who says that all the pockets of a photo sleep page have to be filled with pictures? There are no rules against matting a photo or adding some stickers.

If this has piqued your interest, keep reading. We’ll look at some scrapbook page layout ideas to add interest and personality to your album. You’ll be on your way to completed albums before you know it.

• Titles – If you would like to use a page title, just create one on a 4 X 6 card and slip it into one of the pockets. Use a bold tip pen or stickers.
• Journaling – Use one of the pockets to include journaling. Just write your journaling on a 4 X 6 card or paper and slip it in. Use pre-made journaling boxes or create your own. For an enhanced look, add a sticker or other embellishment.
• Mat Photos – Mat some of the photos. You may need to crop the photo down slightly to allow the mat to show around it. You can mat the photo with an even border all the way around. Another fun option is to crop the photo smaller and mat the photo with extra space to one side. This area can be used for journaling or some embellishments. Smaller size photos can be matted to fit into the pockets.
• Panoramic photos – To fit panoramic photos in, cut the photo into two sections. Place them in to adjacent pockets
• Memorabilia – Memorabilia such as postcards, recipes, tickets and greeting cards can be placed in pockets as well. If the item is too large, crop it down or scan the item and print a copy in the 4 X 6 size to fit.

And you thought photo sleeve albums had to be boring. Guess again! You are only limited by your imagination. This is a fun alternative for those that want to create simple albums quickly, but don’t want to give up all the fun of scrapbooking. Go ahead give these ideas for doing scrapbooking a try.

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Mbi Family Recipes 3-Ring 5-Inch-by-7-Inch Scrapbook Kit, Recipe Cards $14.37 This adorable kit is meant for all the special moments shared in the busiest room in most homes; the kitchen. But this scrapbook isn’t only for photographs of Mom with flour in her hair, Dad at the BBQ, or the first cake decorated by the kids. It’s also to record and share favorite recipes, family secrets, or just everyone?s favorite dish. Kit includes: 11.5″H x 11″W x 2.5″D 3-ring binder (covered…

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Beginner Scrapbooking Guide – How to Preserve Your Cherished Memories with Scrapbooking $8.99 …

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CR Gibson Modern Love Memory Book $22.48 Elegant Ivory Silk Memory Book features a fabric cover with satin ribbon accent…

CR Gibson UniMount Magnetic Sheets and Extension Posts (Pack of 3) $29.09 UniMount« Magnetic sheet refills allow you to place pictures and documents anywhere on the page. Acid-free and PVC-Free to ensure enduring photo quality. Each package contains 5 sheets and extension posts to expand your album. Fits all CR Gibson Post-bound Magnetic, 13″ x 13 5/8″ cover size, albums….

Tummy Talk Pregnancy Journal Album The Tummy Talk pregnancy book is a complete all-in-one album, scrapbook, and keepsake journal you can use from the moment you get the good news until your baby’s first homecoming. It provides every mom-to-be and new family the perfect opportunity to create and preserve the once-in-a-lifetime moments of your precious pregnancy….

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