Embellishments

Scrapbooking takes a great amount of time in preparation. My business involves little of that type of activity but I do include some embellishments to make some of the photos more interesting in the album. The sky is the limit in the creativity of what makes an embellishment. They can be handmade, store bought, or items found around the house. Ideas for embellishments are boundless-anything that is somewhat flat and will fit in your book. Keep in mind that the item needs to be thin or you won't be able the get the book closed. Look through your sewing or craft supplies for scraps such as ribbon, embroidery floss, sequins, rick-rack, even old zippers. You could use loose buttons, snaps, eyelets, small paper clips. Often times, I use stickers, letters, and quotes purchased from places like JoAnn Fabrics, Michaels, and Target (those are my favorite). For the pet album I recently made, a few quotes were taken from DogQuotes.com Glitter can add pizazz to your album - apply liquid adhesive with a small paint brush. I have saved my Christmas and birthday cards over the years and cut out images for the albums. Sometimes, I will incorporate full sheets of patterned paper for a 'mat' around the photo. Simplicity is the idea, though, because 'less is more'. Visit your local scrapbook stores - they may have more suggestions.