Must Have Scrapbooking Tools
Scrapbooking is a technique of preserving photographs and memories. A lot of people are drawn to the hobby because scrapbooks intensify the beauty of photographs and allow you to enjoy the wonderful memories associated with them.
Many busy moms and working professionals are afraid of scrapbooking because they think it’s difficult and time-consuming. The secret to scrapbooking quickly and easily is having the proper tools. You’ll learn that the proper tools will make the experience fun, simple and rewarding, and what’s cool is that the tools will be able to be used again and again – thus saving you both time and cash. Here are some essential scrapbooking tools that you will need and can utilize over and over again:
1. Large Paper Trimmer: A paper trimmer is one of the most valuable tools in a scrapbooker’s kit, as it will allow you to cut straight lines with ease. The most flexible trimmer is a portable 12” trimmer. You’ll be able to cut multiple sheets of paper or photographs in one easy step (rather than attempting to cut a straight line by hand), and you’ll be able to take your trimmer with you wherever you go.
2. Scissors: A set of hand-held scissors are needed for cutting things like paper, pictures, ribbon and much more. Look for a sharp pair that will allow you to trim small details.
3. Glue: There are many options when it comes to adhesives. Whether you want to use dry adhesives (similar to double-sided tape) or wet adhesives (glue-like), you’ll want to have plenty of it on hand. You may even want to buy purpose-specific adhesives if you find yourself working with specific items a lot (such as Glue Lines made specifically for ribbon, or metal glue for heavier embellishments).
4. Trash Tote: Backs of stickers, scrap ribbon, paper leftovers and cropped photos – the end result is all the same: lots and lots of trash! Having a designated place from the very beginning will keep your space nice and neat, and it will make clean-up a snap. Small pop-up trash containers are especially useful to scrappers.
5. Small Paper Trimmer: Your 12” trimmer is the most versatile trimmer you can own, but a small 6” to 9” trimmer will be super helpful for quick photo crops. Many have rulers and are equipped with blades that can be replaced, so you can’t really go wrong with this must-have tool.
Eventually, you’ll certainly want to get a die-cutting machine, eyelet setting machine, punches, templates, circle cutters or other tools to your kit. However, the basic tools mentioned above will likely become your most-used items that will help you get through your pages quickly and easily.
Domingo Arias is a guru in the area of scrapbooking crafts and frequently offers tips to help others get involved in the hobby. Read more about scrapbooking scissors and scrapbooking projects at his website http://www.scrapbookingtools.org.
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