Scrapbooking is an art that accents the contents of what you would like to include. A scrapbook can be of anything that you want compiled. Usually it is a collection of paper items and/or photos that span a defined time period. A scrapbook is a perfect gift idea because many people are not good at drawing a picture of their own lives. I have a few ideas from my experience that have made a world of difference when making a scrapbook.

First, decide on a definite time period and subject. Then decide about how long you would like it to be. If you have too much material, this will help you when you have to sort through it. If you do not have much material, then this will help you realistically select a scrap book size. It is best to use a scrapbook that is already bound. Books that have a ring binder do not look as nice, but they do add some flexibility for future content. Make sure that the pages are made of paper so that you can write and decorate the pages.

Next sort through all of the material that you want to include in the scrap book. Lay the material on the pages and get a feel for what will fit on each page. Plan to leave room to decorate and write notes.

Now you can select the kinds of art supples you will need. Glue sticks are a great tool for sticking almost anything to a page. They also make glue sticks that are photo friendly now, because regular ones have an acid that would ruin photos over time. Colored markers are a must, but make sure you have a pencil so you can sketch before you use the marker. There are also many different kinds of stickers that may have funny sayings or clip art that can make the task easier if you aren't the most accomplished artist.

When you are putting everything together just make sure that everything is pretty flat so that when you close the book it will close all of the way.