SCRAPBOOKING TIPS

SCRAPBOOKING TIPS

Today we will cover some things to keep in mind while we do our scrapbook thing.

Moisture is a bad actor for scrap bookers. Store your photos, supplies and finished scrapbook in a dry area. For instance storing them in the bathroom is not a good idea because of high humidity conditions. Storing them around the kitchen sink is not a good idea.

A scrapbook may fit nicely and look good placed on the wide window sill shelf. Be careful as sunlight deteriorates photos, plastics and even paper.

High heat areas should also be avoided when storing scrapbook supplies and finished scrapbooks.

When handling photos try to handle them using the outer edges as oil from your fingerprints can etch the photos over time. Then to, avoid handling photos and other page items with glue or stamping ink on your hands. Wash hands often or use hand wipes.

Be cautious using plastics in your scrapbooking. This would include plastic coated albums and page protectors. Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and polyvinyl acetate (PVA) should be avoided as both will breakdown releasing chlorine causing an acid condition deteriorating the page materials. Acrylic materials are fine along with polyethylene and polypropylene.