Necessary Scrapbooking Tools

Scrapbooking is a technique of saving photographs and memories. A lot of people are attracted the hobby because scrapbooks enhance the attractiveness of photographs and allow you to cherish the warm memories associated with them.

Many active moms and working professionals are afraid of scrapbooking because they believe it’s difficult and time-consuming. The secret to scrapbooking quickly and easily is having the proper tools. You’ll find that the proper tools will make it fun, simple and rewarding, and what’s great is that the tools will be able to be used over and over 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 closet, as it will allow you to cut straight lines with ease. The most flexible one is a portable 12” trimmer. You’ll be able to cut multiple sheets of paper or photographs in one easy step (rather than trying 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 will be needed for cutting things like paper, photos, ribbon and much more. Look for a sharp pair that will allow you to cut small details.
3. Adhesive: There are a lot of options for adhesives. Whether you decide to use dry adhesives (similar to double-sided tape) or wet adhesives (glue-like), you’ll want to have a lot of it with you. You may even want to buy purpose-specific adhesives if you find yourself working with certain 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 scraps and cropped pics – the end result is all the same: lots and lots of trash! Having a designated place from the very beginning will keep your space organized, and it will make clean-up a snap. Small pop-up garbage canisters 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 especially handy for hasty photo crops. Many have rulers and are equipped with blades that can be replaced, so you can’t really go wrong with this important tool.

Eventually, you’ll certainly want to get a die-cutting machine, eyelet setting machine, punches, templates, circle cutters or other tools to your inventory. 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 an expert in the area of scrapbooking tools and frequently contributes 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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