Making Christmas Scrapbooks

Oct 05

This is a straightforward, basic book that would be an ideal starting point for somebody new to the hobby who wants to start with something simple. The photo is the star on each page rather than fancy techniques or expensive embellishments, and the plain, understated layouts are very effective. There are some more adventurous projects in here as well and some refreshingly unusual ideas such as the Christmas recipe book (my own favorite) or the journal jar which is simple to make and would make a grand gift for a fellow scrapbooker. Themes to explore include the Nativity play, decorating the tree, a child's first Christmas, the beauty of winter nature etc. The pages dealing with what you need look a bit daunting, so it is best to read the book through (it won't take long) first to put into perspective what you truly need and want to buy. A user friendly, basic primer that gets your creative juices flowing a treat.

Jan 06

The perfect book to launch you into the festive season with loads of ideas for fabulous layouts. Joy shows how to capture those special moments, such as decorating the Christmas tree or seeing your children or grandchildren acting in a nativity play, and preserve them forever. She's full of original ideas for recipe journals, memory jars and photo baubles to inspire both keen scrapbookers and newcomers, and the book features easy to follow step-by-step instructions. So what's holding you back? Bring on the mulled wine and set about creating a memento for your closest friends and families this Christmas.

Jan 06

Scrapbooking is fast becoming a passion for many of us, so what better time to start than by encapsulating this year's Christmas memories? Experts Polly Pinder, Sarah McKenna and Joy Aitman have all developed a passion for the craft and give helpful advice and lots of tips in these step-by-step guides.