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Heritage albums weave photos, documents and traditions into keepsakes your relatives will treasure.
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AncestorNews: Think of a Theme Premium
I have to admit that I'm not one of the world's most craft-savvy people. But, klutzy as I am, I do have an interest in scrapbooking. And like most people who are new to the hobby, I get hung up with "where do I begin?" syndrome. In the past...
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Scrapbooking Small Heirlooms Premium
Not sure about the smartest way to scrapbook different mementos? Adhere to these guidelines for common heritage-album keepsakes. Pressed flowers—Enclose in a Mylar sleeve. Newspaper clippings—Treat with a deacidification spray and encapsulate, or use a color photocopy. Letters—Treat with deacidification spray. To make both sides readable, place in a separate...
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Digital Scrapbooking Tips for Beginners Premium
Digital scrapbooking presents a whole realm of possibilities for preserving and displaying your heritage. Here's how to get started on yours.
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Safe Scrapbooking Do’s and Don’ts Premium
Golden Rule: Don't cause any permanent damage to your irreplaceable images. Do... Use scrapbook-safe materials. Use copy photos, placing originals in storage. Enhance the value of your album by labeling images. Use photographs that are of good quality. Create a lasting work that future generations can enjoy. Don't... Use...
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Scrapbooking Web Sites Premium
Scrapbooking Idea Network scrapbooking.com: Has a monthly article on heritage albums. dMarie www.dmarie.com: Has a special section devoted to heritage albums. ScrapNet www.scrapnet.com/main/: Virtual classes, contests and new products. Graceful Bee www.gracefulbee.com: Online scrapbooking magazine. More scrapbooking sites from Family Tree Magazine.
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Scrapbook Resources Premium
Creative Memories www.creativememories.com/home.asp: Use this site to find a scrapbook-product consultant in your area. University Products 517 Main St. Box 101 Holyoke, MA 01041 (800) 628-1912 www.universityproducts.com: Preservation supplies for all types of family memorabilia. Light Impressions Box 787 Brea, CA 92822 (800) 828-6216 www...
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Scrapbooking Mementos Premium
Bulking UpFamily photos are flat and easy to scrapbook. But how do we preserve the pin Great-aunt Mary always wore in her Sunday hat? Uncle Eddie never went anywhere without his good-luck penny. Cousin Gertrude was famous for the embroidered handkerchiefs she gave as gifts. Sometimes, we need to include...
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Scrapbook Lettering Tips Premium
From scrapbook secrets to lettering know-how, here's help in making your memories last-creatively.
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