Ten Ways to Save Money Scrapbooking

An Additive Hobby

Scrapbooking is a crafty hobby that thousands of people of all ages have discovered. Although the actual practice came into play in the 1800s, it has only recently become a huge franchise. You might scrapbook pictures of vacations, family and friends, kids' drawings, heirlooms or mementos, just to name a few. In this day and age there are tons of ideas in books and the Internet to help you set up beautiful pages. The only problem with this fun craft is the cost: If you buy supplies nearly every month, as I do, you'll notice that the price of paper, stickers, lettering, and albums can add up to a huge sum.

It doesn't have to be that way! You don't have to give up scrapbooking to save money; just be creative! There are many ways you can make your own scrapbook supplies without having to empty your pocket, AND feel better about your pages because you know you created them yourself!


What You Will Need

- - - - A thrifty mind
- - - - A color printer
- - - - Scissors, either plain or with decorative edges
- - - - Acid-free glue
- - - - Magazine, old wallpaper books, brochures, etc.
- - - - A scanner

Scrapbooking Tips For a Happier Wallet

#1: The most expensive scrapbook items may be the papers that make up the basis of the page. Find out if you or anyone you know might have wallpaper sample books lying around, or see if your local craft stores may have discarded some. Sometimes businesses will give these books away free if they no longer have use for them. These papers cut easily and look beautiful in a scrapbook when cut to the size of your album


#2: Forget fancy frames! Construction paper in various colors makes bright and cheery backgrounds for your favorite pictures. If you're artsy, try splattering the construction paper with paint or cheap gold stars. This way, you'll have your own unique backdrops without having to spend extra on already-made frames