Scrapbooking With Your Elementary Aged Child

Scrapbooking with an elementary aged child, is without a doubt full of laughter, a lot of giggles, funny stories and a creative mess. However, it is important that this age be allowed the freedom to create whatever it is their hearts desire. And it is also important that they feel that their work has value and that it is honestly appreciated. Children in elementary school are beginning to notice when people don’t like what they do. They are beginning to show their feelings more, and internalize the hurt and pain from others. They are also itching to be creative, working … Continue reading

Scrapbooking Week In Review for July 1st to July 8th

So what’s been going on in the scrapbooking blog this week? More than enough to hold your interest, with so much more coming all summer long. As usual, the week in review is designed to recap the week, and help you find articles you might have missed. Sunday July 1st In honor of the most recent red, white and blue holiday, Scrapbooking the Fourth of July is full of great advice for what to capture on film, and what memories you might wish to create layouts about. Monday July 2nd For years I have struggled to get that amazing fireworks … Continue reading

Introducing Scrapbooking to Your Preschooler (2)

Introducing scrapbooking to your preschooler doesn’t have to be a difficult concept. It can be an educational, and rewarding experience. It can help to develop coordination, creativity and self-esteem. Three key concepts at this budding age of innocence. Yesterday, I wrote Introducing Scrapbooking to Your Preschooler (1) where I provided a basic run down of what you need to know about your preschooler and scrapbooking, as well as provided three easy tips to get started. Here are several more great tips to get your preschooler scrapbooking: Use doubles and reprints. Never use your originals when scrapbooking with a child of … Continue reading