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Once an obscure weekend pastime of creative moms, scrapbooking now inhabits its own sector of the retail market. Scrapbooking conventions are held regularly in cities across the globe, and they continue to attract throngs of enthusiasts each year. It's probably safe to say that the art - and business - of scrapbooking is here to stay. It's a loving and unique way to document and showcase your favorite people, places, and memories. No matter your level of scrapping expertise - whether you've never even heard of a die cutter or you have already achieved scrapping mastery - you'll find a lot of excellent resources here.
How to Start Scrapbooking
It's easy to feel overwhelmed looking at the handiwork of experienced scrapbookers, so you should start out with the basics. Get the supplies you need, start simple, and allow yourself time to learn as you go. The links here will take you to articles and guides written just for beginners. So even if you don't know the first thing about scrapbooking, at least you'll know where to start.
How to Start a Scrapbook - If you've never scrapped before, this Wiki-how article will take you through the fundamentals of putting together your first scrapbook.
Advice From a Been-There Beginner - In this article, an experienced scrapbooker shares her insights in hopes of saving new scrappers from making the same frustrating mistakes she did.
Basic Scrapbooking 101 - This great blog is updated often and features ideas, tutorials, and other content specifically geared toward new scrapbookers.
Scrapbooking Tools for a Beginner - In this blog post, the author lists her favorite scrapbooking tools for the entry-level enthusiast.
Scrapbooking Inspiration
Once you've got a bit of scrapping under your belt, you can branch out and try some more advanced methods and tools. If you really get into scrapbooking, you'll probably be on a perpetual hunt for new projects to try. These sites are all kept fresh with inspiration and ideas that you can use for free.
Scrapbooking by CraftGossip.com - This blog is teeming with free templates, designs, tutorials, and adorable inspiration pictures to keep the creative fires burning.
Scrapbook.com - Scrapbook.com is a popular scrap blog that follows scrapbooking in the news and also offers lots of helpful articles, tutorials, and more.
Scrap a Little - This is a fun blog with great ideas for creating amazing scrapbook pages and other paper crafting projects.
A Beautiful Mess - This blog isn't just about scrapbooking. In addition to ideas and inspiration to help you with scrapbooking, it features recipes and craft projects that are always adorable.
Professional Scrapbooking Resources
Scrapbooking has graduated from a kitchen table hobby to a full-fledged industry. Craft supply stores are flourishing, along with digital scrapbooking companies. Some highly skilled scrappers have even started their own home businesses creating beautiful memory gifts for others. If you're interested in taking scrapping to a professional level or just want to see what's going on with the business side of scrapbooking, check out the following sites and articles.
Scrapbook Update - This blog covers industry events and scrapbooking-related stories in the media. If you want to know about upcoming conventions and webinars, check here.
Scrapbooking as a Home Business - This quick article from WAHM (Work At Home Mom) will give you a rundown of what you'll need to start your own home-based scrapbooking business.
Starting a Scrapbook Business - Frugal Mom has a lot of great information for anyone who wants to turn scrapbooking into a career. There are industry statistics, as well as a list of different ways to make a living in the scrapping and crafting niche.
Interview With an Expert - Michelle McVaney, owner of two scrapbooking businesses, is interviewed for this article. She shares valuable insights for those thinking of starting their own scrapping venture.
More Great Scrapping Sites
Still seeking inspiration, insight, or a community of fellow scrappers to chat with? Keep reading. The sites in this section are all high quality, well maintained, and full of crisp images and top-notch articles. Some have user forums where you can get or give input on projects, share your favorite products or tips, and be part of a group that understands your passion for scrapbooking.
Split Coast Stampers - Split Coast is a great place to connect with other scrapbookers and paper crafters of all sorts. Share projects and get help from others in the community forums, or just enjoy the daily project inspiration.
Jennifer McGuire Ink - This blog is kept by a mom and avid scrapbooker, who shares her talent through fun articles and videos. Follow along as she creates beautiful and unique scrapbook pages, cards, and more.
Write. Click. Scrapbook. - This is a really fun site run by scrapbookers. It's regularly updated with inspiration, ideas, and much more.
Obsessed With Scrapbooking - The name says it all. The blog's author really is obsessed with scrapbooking - in a good way, and she shares all kinds of inspiration on this well-kept site.
Digital Scrapbooking
The popularity of the Internet has spurned what many consider to be the evolution of scrapping: digital scrapbooking. A lot of people are going digital with their scrapbooks, and creating their memory books and albums online. If the tedium of cutting, gluing, and decorating by hand doesn't appeal to you, maybe digital scrapping is the way to go. Check out these blogs and pages created just for the virtual scrapbooker.
Scrapgirls - Scrapgirls is a site dedicated to scrapbooking online. There are cute themed patterns, templates, and designs you can use for free. There's also an Etsy-like boutique where you can purchase supplies and gifts.
Delicious Scraps - This is a fun digital scrapping blog with all kinds of inspiration, tips, and ideas for keeping a scrapbook online. There are always lots of free patterns and templates, too.
Shutterfly - Shutterfly is one of the go-to places for digital scrapbooking. Add your own pictures and use their editing tools to create a one-of-a-kind scrapbook. You can then pay to have a printed-and-bound hard copy delivered to your door.
Mixbook - Mixbook is similar to Shutterfly, and offers the same services for comparable prices. You can use their pre-made layouts to create your scrapbook, or start from scratch and do it your own way.
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