1. Vellum
Vellum is a transparent, translucent material. Vellum can be used to
create a slight shadow or shade change to background or embellishment
colors. This can be used as a softening agent for baby scrapbooks, as a
touch of elegance to gift scrapbooks, or to create dimension in a boring
flat page.
To reduce the cloudiness effect caused by gluing, apply only a thin line
of glue along the edges of the vellum. In this way, you will see a slight
shadow only along the very edge. This will look like a border to the
vellum. Vellum is available in both acidic and non acidic forms.
2. Shadow Boxes
A great way to add depth to your scrapbook page is to add shadow boxes.
Basically shadow boxes add a shadow to your images. Shadow boxes are also
a great way to make your most important photographs or text boxes stand
out form the rest of the page. Shadow boxes can also be to emphasis
dedications.
To make a shadow box, simply cut a box shape out of paper. Next, put your
embellishment on a larger square of cardstock. Then, add glue to all four
sides of the cardstock square and attach it to the back of your paper. The
embellishment will show through, adding greater dimension to your page.
3. Patterned Paper
Patterned paper can be used for backgrounds, borders, and embellishments.
Often plain white backgrounds look rather boring and dull. Patterned
backgrounds add a touch of excitement to your page. The right pattern
tailored to your theme and purpose can also increase that professional
look.
Colors and patterns can be used to coordinate with your photographs or to
add dramatic effects. Paper with various themes and patterns is widely
available. For instance, a birthday scrapbook could have a background made
of your favorite gift wrap. This could add a touch of elegance or a touch
of humor depending upon the patterned paper you choose.
4. Textured Paper
Textured paper can add extra dimension to your scrapbooking page. Textured
paper can be used to highlight focus items on your scrapbook page.
Textured paper can also be used as a backgrounds or border to give your
page an interesting fresh look.
Textured paper is available in a variety of textures and colors and is
available in most craft and office supply stores.
5. Book Jacket Backgrounds
For an added personal touch and artist flair use a book jacket as a
background. This scrapbook technique looks especially nice when the book
jacket is the reader's favorite book or author, adding a wonderful
personalized touch.
Be aware, however, that the glossy coating on the book jacket creates an
added challenge to sticking objects to this background. Alternative
attachment methods include sewing and eyelets.
6. Adding Dimension
One good way to add dimension to images is to use double stick foam tape.
Double stick foam tape literally allows items to pop out at your reader
adding realism to items. This technique is especially useful in children's
art and educational scrapbooks.
Simply, cut the foam tape into whatever shape and size you want. Then,
attach to shape onto your scrapbook page. Double stick foam tape is
available at most craft stores in various colors and thickness.
7. Ribbons and Lace
Ribbon and lace are by far the most common, and most beautiful, border
embellishment. The flowing nature of both materials encourages a touch of
softness and elegance. Ribbon and lace are especially popular in gift and
memory scrapbooks.
Moreover, ribbon is easy to glue and attach. Lace requires a bit more
patience.
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For an interesting change from ribbon and lace, try using jute or raffia.
About the author:
Lena Fields loves helping others to save special memories using the fun
and exciting art of scrapbooking. For more scrapbooking resources, please
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