How To Create Better Layouts: Gestalt Principles Applied To Scrapbooking

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Have you ever wondered how professional scrapbookers manage to create those amazing layouts, that look just perfect? Many of them come from background in Graphic Design or Arts and they seem to have a “gift” of creating compositions that just work. Well, let me tell you one little secret: it’s not just a “gift” —… [Continue Reading]

Working With Embelishments To Enhance Your Scrapbook Layouts

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In this post I’m going to write about working with embelishments to enhance your scrapbook layouts. This is a very important, but often overlooked step. Embelishments can either make or break your page, so choose wisely to avoid cluttering your layout with unnecessary stuff that will distract from your photos and journaling. An embelishment doesn’t… [Continue Reading]

Need To Find Cricut Cartridges on Sale?

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Becoming the memory keeper in your family can be a lot of responsibility and may very well be what lead to your interest in scrapbooking. As your needs and experience in scrapbooking evolve, you will probably develop a need for a Cricut machine and, as a consequence, Cricut cartridges. It’s even better when you find… [Continue Reading]

Add Pizzazz With Scrapbooking Die Cuts

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One of the first and possibly most famous types of embellishments for scrapbooking would be a scrapbooking die cut. It has been well known for many years for being an effective and simple way way to add character and flair to your pages. However, they have evolved a bit over the years, and now we’re… [Continue Reading]

The Deal on Cricut Expression Sale

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If you’re one of those people who is passionate about scrapbooking or any other DIY projects, you may have probably heard of the latest addition to the Provo Craft family- the Expression. Cricut Expression sale is skyrocketing these days because this craft equipment is now considered by hobbyists as one of the must-have craft tools…. [Continue Reading]

Scrapbooking Storage On A Budget

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Anyone who has been scrapbooking for a while has most likely noticed that their hobby has begun to overflow throughout the home. Obviously, you want to be able to guarantee the safety of your scrapbooking accessories, but is it possible to do so without breaking the bank? Yes, it is! The trick is simply to… [Continue Reading]

Overview Of Different Types Of Cutting Machines

When comparing cutting machines, often enough you see apples compared to oranges, and it doesn’t make any sense. Before you begin a comparison or ask about comparing machines, ask yourself what it is that your are looking for in a system — are you looking for something very small and portable? Are you looking for… [Continue Reading]

Craft Robo vs. Cricut Expression

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The Craft Robo and the Cricut Expression are two very different kinds of tools. What they have in common is that they are both electronic and they both cut with a blade. In fairness, you can’t say one is better than the other. They both have pros and cons depending on your needs. More equitable… [Continue Reading]

Stand Alone vs. PC Based Electronic Cutters: Choosing The Cutter That Is Right For You

With so many die cutters on the market, it can be tough to decide which one to buy. Wishblade, Creative Cutter, Cricut, Pazzles, Xyron… Which one is for you? Here are some factors to consider before making your decision: Do you need an electronic cutter? Really consider what it is that you are trying to… [Continue Reading]

Is The Cricut Expression Useful For Non-Scrapbookers?

You Can Use The Cricut Expression To Make Your Own Foam Stamps

The Cricut Expression cutting machine, as well as the other personal cutters by ProvoCraft, are imensely popular among scrapbooker. But what you might not know is that it’s also incredibly useful for non-scrapbooking hobbies, such as cardmaking and other paper crafts, school projects, teaching, promotions etc. It still remains the fact that being able to… [Continue Reading]