An inspiring and practical guide to preserving cherished memories. Scrapbooking is a wide-ranging and comprehensive guide to this popular new craft. The 100 creative techniques described in this book make each scrapbook a joy to create. The book offers ideas, tips and techniques for: Baby memories Childhood memories Engagement and wedding memories Vacation memories Family heritage, and more. Useful tools and equipment are fully illustrated and carefully explained. Readers can get excellent results with such simple tools as scissors and glue. More advanced equipment like sewing machines are used to achieve more sophisticated results. Each chapter provides clear, step-by-step instructions with color photographs. Options and materials are discussed, and the twenty-five projects are illustrated from start to finish. Specific topics include: Making a cover and the interior pages Using decorative backgrounds Preparing photographs, sticking and fixing Adding threads, yarns, ribbons and fabrics Creating accents and embellishments Incorporating loose memorabilia items. Whether making one large album to celebrate a special person or occasion, or creating many, Scrapbooking is an essential reference and guide for success. Read Less