The Complete Book of Scrapbooking: Projects and Techniques [Spiral-bound]

Louise Riddell (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 30, 2004

Transform traditional photo albums into beautiful scrapbooks that tell stories and engage the imagination. Handwritten notes, thoughtful design elements, and related keepsakes all bring life and immediacy to photographs of life’s special events. The Complete Book of Scrapbooking features 450 color photos and explains a wide range of scrapbooking techniques that include paper tearing, punching, stitching, rubber stamping, chalking, and using vellum With 24 pull-out templates, 20 special projects that provide ideal starting points, and step-by-step instructions and engaging text, this book provides all the techniques that, once mastered, enable anyone to create keepsake scrapbooks for every occasion. Adding personally written memories and attractive design elements to photographs and other ephemera creates cherished scrapbooks for both present and future generations.

Product Details

• Spiral-bound: 112 pages
• Publisher: Thunder Bay Press (June 30, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 159223299X
• ISBN-13: 978-1592232994
• Product Dimensions: 12.3 x 10 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,345,852 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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40 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Scrapbook Teacher, September 20, 2004

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D'Artiste "Francois" (Florida) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Complete Book of Scrapbooking: Projects and Techniques (Spiral-bound)

This is a great book encompassing every aspect of scrapbooking for the beginner and experienced crafter. It's easy to read and understand, offering a great deal of layouts. I couldn't put it down. This book will definitely take the fear out of beginning scrapbookers and challenge others to try new techniques.

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best on the Market, July 31, 2006

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J. Buchholz "navigator" (Whitehall, Wi) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Complete Book of Scrapbooking: Projects and Techniques (Spiral-bound)

This is far and above the best book I've encountered for New Scrappers. Instead of just showing layouts, explanations are there to show why a layout works, how to do it and simplifies the mystique behind all the necessary tools and not so necessary tools. I wish I had bought this book before spending money on stuff I didn't really need. You won't regret this purchase if you are a beginner and it also makes a great gift for someone thinking about scrapping. Guaranteed to rev your creativity.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best scrapbook book for beginners, April 24, 2007

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Tassu (New Zealand) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Complete Book of Scrapbooking: Projects and Techniques (Spiral-bound)

This was the first scrapbook book I ever bought (after checking about twenty books in the local book store) and it is still the best source book for beginner's I've seen. It introduces all the tools and basic techniques and also has some great layouts. If you're an experienced scrapper this is not a book for you but if you're only starting get this book. You won't regret it.