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Post by jeremysgirl on Jul 22, 2017 21:39:48 GMT
Ok so I used to paper scrapbook. For years. I even taught classes at my LSS once upon a time.
I hit a bad time in my life. Job losses. Lost my home. Ended my marriage. I sold all my scrapbook stuff.
Those two years were so painful I did not scrapbook at all. I shoved photos in an album and closed the book on those two years.
Fast forward to 2011 and I started Digi scrapping. I did years 2011-2014 all digital. I just bought a new computer and I have to rebuy all my software and you know I miss the paper. I was thinking I might scrapbook 2015 and 2016 photos in paper again. But honestly I haven't paper scraped in 9 years.
I feel like I don't even know where to begin. What advice would you give someone new to the hobby? I need recommendations on trimmers, adhesives, page kits, everything. And there aren't any good magazines to even turn to anymore for information.
I'm going to a crop in February. My first one in several years and I am really thinking I might buy some paper scrapping supplies before I go.
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Post by Elsabelle on Jul 22, 2017 23:18:36 GMT
I'm sorry you had such a dark period in your life. It's nice to see you smiling in your profile pic, though. I can't imagine starting over after getting rid of all my supplies, but I think I'd feel the same way. Digi scrapping has its benefits but I gotta touch that paper. I've been using the Fiskars SureCut Deluxe paper trimmer for a few years now. It has its pros and cons. With a coupon at M's or J's it's a good price. It cuts straight and I haven't had any problems with it. I do feel like I have to replace the blade quite often. I've seen the Cutterpillar Pro and the Cutterpillar Crop on Youtube and I'd like to get one but they're a little too spendy for me right now. Although, it does have a self sharpening blade so maybe I should consider going that route since I spend so much on replacement blades. I've used an atg for adhesive for several years now and I love it. No plans to switch to anything else. I miss the magazines, too. But there is so much free inspiration out there that you might not miss them as much. There are some great subscription kits out there like Gossamer Blue, Hip Kit, Citrus Twist, and Cocoa Daisy. Check out their sites, blogs, and Instagram accounts for inspiration. If you're looking for deals check your local Tuesday Morning store if you have one and also scrapbook.steals.com and peachycheap.com. Also Pinterest. So much scrappy inspo there. Welcome back to scrapping!!! Now I'm really thinking about that Cutterpillar Crop...
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Post by anniefb on Jul 23, 2017 1:31:04 GMT
Welcome back to scrapping jeremysgirl There's lots of inspiration out there, though I do miss some of the mags too. For anyone starting out either new or again, I'd probably say to get some basic supplies - maybe a collection if you like scrap that way, or a kit or two and have some particular photos in mind to work with. If you enjoy it, you can always get more - and you might find your style has changed over the years. As far as tools are concerned, I'm very happy with my Tonic Studios guillotines of various sizes and my favourite scissors are non-stick ones by Cutterbee which are great for fussy cutting. For adhesive - I use both tape (Glue Glider Pro) and also liquid - either Tombow mono multi or Range matte medium are good all round adhesives. Have fun as you get back into it!
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Post by kiwikate on Jul 23, 2017 1:38:23 GMT
Great that you feel the desire to scrap again. I would buy a basic tool kit, then maybe one kit from one of the kit clubs, using their blogs etc as inspiration. That should give you a feel for where you want to go with the hobby this time. For a basic tool kit I would include: Cutting Mat, Scissors, Pencil, Eraser, Metal Ruler, Paper Trimmer, Adhesives: Double sided tape or Tape runner, liquid glue, glue dots, pop dots or foam tape, and basic neutral coloured inks (black, brown, grey etc.)
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Post by jeremysgirl on Jul 23, 2017 2:21:11 GMT
Thank you all for your feedback. Just for the heck of it tonight I went to hobby lobby and looked around. I was seriously not impressed with their selection. I may try a kit subscription. I'm off to look at kits. I love my digital albums but I recently bought the book 14000 things to be happy about. I went through the book and made notes in the margins of all the things that reminded me of DH. I put pictures of the two of us in it with word stickers that I found at Michael's and you know what? He just loved his anniversary gift. And it reminded me how much I miss scrapbooking. The Digi scrapping just isn't inspiring me the same way.
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Post by cannmom on Jul 23, 2017 2:42:15 GMT
Have fun starting to play with paper again. I can't give any suggestions on trimmers; I have about 4 and rotate through them as I get annoyed by them each in turn. For adhesive my favorite is the Scotch brand dot tape runners. You can buy them at M's and use a coupon. I like the Tombow multi for liquid adhesive. Pop dots are also handy. I use my circle punch often and my 2 inch square punch. Hope this helps!
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Post by sleepingbooty on Jul 23, 2017 8:22:56 GMT
Welcome back to physical scrapping! First of all, don't panic. It may seem a little overwhelming at first but you're going to find your way in again and it'll be totally fine. You have until February to try it out, get a good feel for it again and figure out what you want to do and where you want to go with physical scrapbooking. That's plenty enough. You can comb through previous threads about favourite/recommended trimmers on the board. There was one not long ago. The search function should lead you to some really good ones with decent participation and advice. As for adhesive, same. Several discussions about adhesive recommendations have popped up over the last few months. Everyone has their go-to faves. I tend to like and trust the E-Z Runners by Scrapbook Adhesives, Glue Dots, American Crafts' red tape (especially for embellishments that are harder to adhere like the rubber pieces) and Glossy Accents (the stick-down-everything glue). I'd recommend looking at videos on YouTube and perhaps starting a new thread here to ask about putting together page kits for beginners. I think not getting overwhelmend and giving yourself direction will be key to making this transition back into physical documenting easy, financially sound and fun. I work with a small stash (actually, tiny compared to most people on the board) and I have to think my purchases through very carefully. This simply means that I'm very aware of the product and lines currently on the market, that I choose which aesthetic and colour scheme(s) I like at the moment and that I buy accordingly. You're better off starting in a similar mindset if you don't want to be restricted by scrapbook kits in the long run (although they're a great way to try your hand at the craft again). The search function on this board and YouTube are your friends for recommendations and page kits. Don't hesitate to post more specific questions for extra advice. Don't buy too much to begin with (the temptation's real, I know). Get acquainted with the new lines coming on the market this summer. nicolep and a few others have done a great job starting a new thread for each of these new collections. Window-shop your way through these threads perhaps and buy maybe 10-15 pattern papers, a (not too large) variety of embellishments, some good quality cardstock (just the essential neutrals and a few colours to complement those pattern papers you're getting, nothing more), a trimmer, adhesive, scissors and just try it out again. With all the Halloween and Christmas lines flooding the market right now, you might want to use the excitement they're providing to scrap a few photos from last year's Christmas and/or Halloween celebrations with your loved ones to dive into the craft again. Don't fall down the rabbit hole and give yourself too many options. Don't start purchasing multiples or special packs (no, you don't need a rainbow of coloured cardstock just yet ), don't think "Oh, but it's such a good deal!", just concentrate on getting yourself a cohesive little collection of stuff to work with. Making one's own page kits is for those with stashes. You should probably focus on making a "several pages" kit right now. No need to invest hundreds of dollars just to get a feel for it again... A couple of chipboard letter packs, a few pretty papers, one set of tiny stickers, some ephemera and you're good to go. You can worry about ALL the pretty things and build a stash later, when you're certain this is the right direction for you and you have a better grasp of what's on the market and what suits your aesthetic. Good luck and welcome back!
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Post by MDscrapaholic on Jul 23, 2017 8:37:56 GMT
All good advice above. Welcome back to paper scrapbooking!
I have a feeling you're gonna realize that this is like riding a bike...once you learn how you never forget! Before you know it you will be churning out beautiful layouts!
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Post by mikklynn on Jul 23, 2017 12:33:42 GMT
Start slow with your buying. If you are going to a crop, I'd figure out which photos I want to scrapbook, then buy an entire kit - paper, embellishments, alphas, and coordinating cardstock from one line. That way you are good to go without worrying about things working together. I personally love my Carl paper trimmer. link It's not small or cheap, but cuts beautifully every time.
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Post by LisaDV on Jul 23, 2017 13:29:35 GMT
Welcome back to paper scrapping. I do digital layouts, paper layouts, pocket page style layouts, and project life app layouts. There is no wrong way to record your memories. I like playing with paper and it helps fulfill that creative need that I don't get with any of the other styles. The other styles help me capture more of the stories I want to tell. If I was starting out all over again and didn't have anything. I would use my 40% off coupons to purchase a plain ol' fiskars trimmer, a pair of cutterbee scissors, a liquid glue like glossy accents, a liquid glue like tombow or scotch, a glue runner, 2 journaling markers/pens (black and brown), and the small ink pads for inking the edges of my papers in black and brown. These are what I personally consider the very basics. Then, I would remember what sleepingbooty said... Don't fall down the rabbit hole and give yourself too many options. Don't start purchasing multiples or special packs (no, you don't need a rainbow of coloured cardstock just yet ), don't think "Oh, but it's such a good deal!", just concentrate on getting yourself a cohesive little collection of stuff to work with. Making one's own page kits is for those with stashes. You can worry about ALL the pretty things and build a stash later, when you're certain this is the right direction for you and you have a better grasp of what's on the market and what suits your aesthetic. I wouldn't want to overbuy. I wouldn't want to fall into that cycle I had in 2007-2009 where I wasn't creating paper layouts, but I was buying the supplies. Oh, this will be great for that project. Well, that project didn't get finished or I did it digitally or I didn't like the paper (my taste changed) by the time I got around to it. If you are a collection style scrapbooker. I'd buy 1 collection with it's extras and alphas and a few sheets of coordinating cardstock that you would use. If you like a mix of manufacturers, I'd buy a kit club kit. They often have embellishment and cardstock add-on's. I'd buy those as well. I would not subscribe, just buy an individual kit. See where it takes you and if you like it. Play with your paper. See where it leads you and if you like it. If you do like it, then you can invest in the better trimmer or an ATG if you want. (I love my ATG).
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Post by mommaho on Jul 23, 2017 13:48:30 GMT
Welcome Back (in my best Mr. Kotter Show fashion). I just finished a purge and still need to do more! For the longest time I was a collector of scrappy things. All the advice you've been given is excellent! I attend a crop twice a year and find I learn a lot from what everyone else is doing too besides Pinterest and YouTube videos. The best advice I can give is there are never mistakes in scrapping, only more chances to embellish! Have fun and do what makes you happy!
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Post by dasmith2 on Jul 23, 2017 14:12:21 GMT
No advice other than checking out You Tube and Pinterest and welcome back!
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Post by myboysnme on Jul 23, 2017 18:13:08 GMT
Ok so I used to paper scrapbook. For years. I even taught classes at my LSS once upon a time. It's like riding a bicycle. It seriously hasn't changed much in 9 years except for availability of product. You were scrapping in the heyday so it will all come back to you, and if you are not impressed with Hobby Lobby then you already know what you like and don't like. Fiskars still makes a good trimmer, Tombo, herma and the ATG gun are some adhesives of choice but anything you used before and liked works. Some of us here use photo squares and that's going back nearly 2 decades for some of us! If you want to get artsy there is plenty of inspiration here, online, gallery, you tube and print mags. Welcome back!!
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Post by pennyscraps on Jul 23, 2017 19:27:19 GMT
Like the others have said, Welcome Back! I am glad you are in a place where you can scrap again and to me, there is so much joy in touching items vs designing digitally.... {ETA: at least to me....}I am a collection scrapper, so I shop that way. Carta Bella Paper, Echo Park Paper and Simple Stories are my favorite paper companies. I don't have an LSS near me, so I use the Bank It program with Scrapbook Generation to earn their $$ rewards, and get free shipping. I hate to pay shipping! The second key to my own success is to use sketches. I am "addicted" to the sketch books by Scrapbook Generation and The Whole Picture or The Travel Book might be great starting points for you because they use 4x6 photos. If you scrap in all size photos, Volume 8 is fun. The really nice thing is they have a "buy before you try" opportunity with all of their free sketch downloads. Scrapbook Generation also has kits - if you wanted to tiptoe back in to paper scrapping and knock out some layouts fairly easy....they have good instructions and come with paper and sketches, and depending on the kit type, sometimes elements and stickers...I work full time and working with their kits for awhile got me in the groove on how to use their sketches and took away all the "hard decisions" for me on design and color palettes... Fun papers, good sketches, and some great tools is my Go To recipe. I print photos at home, and also use the Fiskars Procision. Have fun on the re-entry!
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Post by jeremysgirl on Jul 23, 2017 21:53:08 GMT
OK so I've been scouring this board all day. I also took a trip to Michael's. I had much better luck there. I just ordered a bunch of pictures. I am ready to jump back in. I am so excited. I can hardly stand it. Thank you for all your input. I got a cheap trimmerr today to get started but I'm going to put a good one on my Christmas list.
My next question is where are your favorite places to online shop? I'm going to be needing basic supplies. I'm just not impressed with the selection of papers at the craft stores.
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Post by pennyscraps on Jul 23, 2017 21:57:06 GMT
I do all of my online shopping at Scrapbook Generation. I do shop at Expo's as they come to town, but SG carries all the lines and new stuff that I'm after, plus I love their rewards/loyalty program and the free Bank It shipping....
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Post by scrappyem on Jul 24, 2017 4:19:53 GMT
I like Paper Issues, Simon Says Stamp, or Freckled Fawn for ordering online supplies. I love my Felicity Jane kits and they all go together so that helps a lot when you get a few kits. They are perfect for taking with me to scrap when I travel. The other thing that has made such a huge difference for me (I'm a hybrid scrapper) is getting a wide format printer. It allows me the best of both worlds. Being partially digi helps me keep up and do my journaling. I use photoshop for every single layout. I also love the scotch quick dry in a fine line bottle (I got the scotch glue @ Michael's with a coupon) and the fine line bottles on Amazon. It took me a while to realize there was stuff I really liked but wasn't my style (Maggie Holmes is a perfect example of that for me), bought, and never used. Now I really try and think about if I will actually use what I'm buying and if I truly love it. So I guess I would say take your time before buying. Good luck and welcome back!
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Post by 950nancy on Jul 24, 2017 4:51:56 GMT
I would print my favorite pictures and start there. Photoplay is a new(er) company that has some great paper. Perhaps find a LSS somewhere and start finding paper that would go with your pictures. Once you have those two things done, you will know what you still need.
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Post by dald222 on Jul 24, 2017 8:39:58 GMT
I am sorry that you had a rough 2 years ((((((HUGS)))))) we had job losses, income dropping for yrs. It can take a toll on you. ((((((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))))I am glad you are back to paper scrappping I just do what I love I am also on www.scrapbook.com . they have millions of every style scrapping, cards, altered items in their gallery you will get lost They have a wonderful store that has every thing you could want they have fast shipping...every single item is packed to perfection I have ordered lots of times we lost our 17 lss here so sbc is great..they have the best customer service too..if you call to return aan item....they do not even ask why
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Post by dasmith2 on Jul 24, 2017 10:55:45 GMT
OK so I've been scouring this board all day. I also took a trip to Michael's. I had much better luck there. I just ordered a bunch of pictures. I am ready to jump back in. I am so excited. I can hardly stand it. Thank you for all your input. I got a cheap trimmerr today to get started but I'm going to put a good one on my Christmas list. My next question is where are your favorite places to online shop? I'm going to be needing basic supplies. I'm just not impressed with the selection of papers at the craft stores. My favorite places to shop are Paper Issues(they always have a 20% off code somewhere and super fast shipping. I also shop scrapbook.com and a cherry on top
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Post by Deleted on Jul 24, 2017 11:33:28 GMT
OK so I've been scouring this board all day. I also took a trip to Michael's. I had much better luck there. I just ordered a bunch of pictures. I am ready to jump back in. I am so excited. I can hardly stand it. Thank you for all your input. I got a cheap trimmerr today to get started but I'm going to put a good one on my Christmas list. My next question is where are your favorite places to online shop? I'm going to be needing basic supplies. I'm just not impressed with the selection of papers at the craft stores. Great! Let us know how it goes...I don't recall anyone posting a similar transition back to paper here before.
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Post by samncam on Jul 24, 2017 13:19:02 GMT
Like someone said before, start SLOW! There are SO many goodies out there! Make a list of your necessities and sign up for Joann's emails. They often have 50% off most everything paper-crafting related on their website with free or discounted shipping at a certain dollar amount. Make a list of your wants...Black Friday will be here soon and EVERY online retailer will have awesome deals (save some money for that week). As far as kit clubs go, make sure to look at past kits and unboxing vids. I thought Hip Kit was a good value but the kits got too samey for me. If you like the minimalist look, SC is a sure bet bc they give you minimal supplies. But you can sign up for the emails...they have good sales from time to time. And don't forget about Tuesday Morning and all the local stores and their weekly coupons! And visit here often! The Peas are so generous about sharing info about products and sales. We will also tell you which online shops are legit.
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Post by dald222 on Jul 24, 2017 13:27:24 GMT
I forgot to say that I shop lots of big stores like..Jos online...hobby lobby online mostly with the big sales or free or low shipping I usually get 40 or 50 off adhesives I can't drive anymore & hubby used to take me mikes & HL but he wrecked his car so I have been getting everything online scrap your trip has a nice site to buy :)I have bought scrap stuff from Amazon
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Post by artbabe on Jul 24, 2017 13:33:22 GMT
I'd either subscribe to a kit club or buy a bunch of things from the same line that match up. I can't remember what gender your children are, but a lot of the kits tend towards girly, so if you have boys I might go with just getting a particular line. I put everything from one line in a large zip lock bag and then use what is in the bag, supplementing with my own thickers and enamel dots, etc.
It is much less intimidating when you are limiting your choices.
I use Scotch double sided tape. I have an ATG but the adhesive is not very forgiving. Once something is stuck down it is STUCK. With the double sided tape I can pick something up again if I didn't do it quite right the first time. It has held up well over time, too.
I have no suggestion on trimmers because I use whatever is handy.
As far as page kit suggestions, my favorites are Hip Kit Club, and Cocoa Daisy.
I miss magazines. The computer gives you a wider range of inspiration but sometimes it just isn't as handy as throwing a few magazines in your bag.
You don't have to get a bunch of fancy tools. I use a ruler, a pencil, and a small pair of scissors most of the time. I also use my hole punches a lot, particularly the circle ones.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 24, 2017 14:07:09 GMT
Try instagram.com/paperissues (you don't need an account) - it's my go to inspiration for LOs.
Welcome back!!!
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Post by justjac on Jul 24, 2017 15:00:00 GMT
I still get a couple of magazines: Creative Scrapbooker and Scrapbook and Cards Today.
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Post by anniefb on Jul 24, 2017 20:21:05 GMT
My favourite online stores are Paper Issues, Scrapbook.com and Simon SaysStamp for stamps/ card making stuff. I also buy a lot on Amazon.
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Post by crimsoncat05 on Jul 24, 2017 20:46:41 GMT
The second key to my own success is to use sketches. I am "addicted" to the sketch books by Scrapbook Generation and The Whole Picture or The Travel Book might be great starting points for you because they use 4x6 photos. If you scrap in all size photos, Volume 8 is fun. The really nice thing is they have a "buy before you try" opportunity with all of their free sketch downloads. ^^^ I agree with this... before you go overboard, think a little about what you like best about the process? if you like designing the pages, then sketches / sketchbooks wouldn't be necessary, but I like the cutting / pasting part best, and I DIS-like the designing part of the process. So, I use sketches almost exclusively-- someone else already thought up the design and the numbers / sizes of photos required! All I have to do is the fun part, in my opinion- the cutting / pasting, arranging and embellishing. (I do change things up from sketches, if I want to or need to.) I also agree with you that Hobby Lobby isn't all that great- if you like more trendy type things, you probably won't find them at the big box stores. But one option to get you started is shopping at Michaels or Joanns for paper pads- There are a number of companies that put out paper pads with 24-48 pages of coordinated patterned paper, either single-sided or double sided, including DCWV, Recollections, American Crafts, and a few others. A paper pad (bought with a 40% off coupon, naturally!) would be a good way to get a selection of coordinating papers for less $$ than paying the local scrapbook store price of $1 per sheet. You could also pick up a few sheets of coordinating cardstock and a letter sticker sheet or two, until you get back into it and decide what your preferred style is. Since the recent explosion of pocket-page scrapbooking, most scrapbook paper collections also now include 3x4 and 4x6 cards that can be used on either pocket style scrapbook pages or 'regular'scrapbook pages. I wouldn't recommend buying a LOT of expensive tools until you do a few pages and start to figure out what your current scrapping style is, but just wanted to let you know that the Creative Memories company is back-- in my opinion, they still have some of the best quality tools around (shaped punches, border punches, etc.) but they also do sell paper collections. (personally, I'm a tool junkie- I love paper punches, stencils, etc. even though I don't use them all that often.) As far as page inspiration, Pinterest and the gallery at scrapbook.com are my replacement for scrapbooking magazines; search sketches, layout designs, etc. Youtube is a good place for inspiration, too- there are also a LOT of youtubers who make videos showing scrapbook page assembly, design, and sketches. I also like watching / listening to Youtube videos because it's kind of like scrapping with a friend, lol. I believe Shimelle's Glitter Girl videos (from the 2Peas site) are available on youtube now (maybe? if not, hopefully someone will correct me); her videos addressed common scrapbook layout problems. happy (paper) scrapping, and welcome back!!
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Post by cannmom on Jul 24, 2017 21:56:39 GMT
The second key to my own success is to use sketches. I am "addicted" to the sketch books by Scrapbook Generation and The Whole Picture or The Travel Book might be great starting points for you because they use 4x6 photos. If you scrap in all size photos, Volume 8 is fun. The really nice thing is they have a "buy before you try" opportunity with all of their free sketch downloads. As far as page inspiration, Pinterest and the gallery at scrapbook.com are my replacement for scrapbooking magazines; search sketches, layout designs, etc. Youtube is a good place for inspiration, too- there are also a LOT of youtubers who make videos showing scrapbook page assembly, design, and sketches. I also like watching / listening to Youtube videos because it's kind of like scrapping with a friend, lol. I believe Shimelle's Glitter Girl videos (from the 2Peas site) are available on youtube now (maybe? if not, hopefully someone will correct me); her videos addressed common scrapbook layout problems. happy (paper) scrapping, and welcome back!! I think sketches are an awesome way to ease into scrapping. All of the hard part is done already. Also agree that Pinterest and Youtube are great spots for inspiration. Shimelle's old Two Peas Glitter Girl videos are on Youtube and she is making new videos. You can find her under Shimelle Laine. She has her own channel.
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Post by nicolep on Aug 11, 2017 15:08:16 GMT
I am so sorry I missed this when you originally posted. Welcome back and I'm sorry to hear you've had a couple of rough years. Those are not fun. ((hugs)) The Peas are so helpful and awesome that I'm sure you were able to get a ton of information by what they all said! Have you started dabbling back in yet?
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