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Joined: 12/29/2009
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Well, like the title says im new.
I dont scrapbook as off now, but im hoping to start once i no what things i need to get and so on, because i become overwelmed by all the stuff i could get!!!
well i wanted to start scrapbooking as im 6months pregnant, and thought it would be perfect!!
6months pregnant, New too scrapbooking,
Trying to make the perfect gift to give my daughter/
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Joined: 6/18/2009
Posts: 154
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First, congrats on the soon to be bundle of joy!
Welcome! Can't wait to see what you make.
Come and visit me at 1ashjoy.blogspot.com
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Joined: 1/12/2010
Posts: 26
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Well first Welcome second Congrats!!! I'm a beginner when it comes to scrapbooking but there is so much inspiration here!
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Joined: 1/23/2010
Posts: 100
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Stephanie you have come to the right spot..I am new to this site as well and absolutely love the ideas...they are endless. Congrats on you baby on the way.. It is a great time to start scrap-booking your life of your baby...
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Joined: 1/25/2010
Posts: 13
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Hi, congrats on baby. Now is a great time to start a scrapbook. U could even start with the sonagram. When my 1st grandchild was going to be born I marked day of sonagram on calendar and put babies 1st picture. I was so excited. I've seen pictures where a mom makes a heart with her hands and holds over her tummy. I think such a sweet picture and it documents u n baby. Best Wishes.
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Joined: 5/1/2010
Posts: 12
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Stephanie,
Congrats. I think pregnancy gets a lot of people started.
You were asking what you need. Here are my suggestions for basic tools.
12" paper trimmer, there are two types a regular blade and a rotary blade. I personally like the rotary blades better because they don't get dull as quickling, meaning you don't have to run to the store and get a new one to replace the dull one. My favorite is by Fiskars.
Tape Runner, this is adhesive that works like a correction tape runner. It's basically a double sided tape dispenser. They stopped making my favorite brand so I suggest Tombo Mono Adhesive now.
If you plan to write by hand in your scrapbook you'll want a journaling pen/marker that is acid free. Really there is no best on this one, choose the one that you like to write with.
You'll also need a nice sharp small pair of scissors.
Obviously you'll need photos, cardstock and maybe some patterned paper.
If you have any questions feel free to email or message me I'm happy to help.
Chris Twing
www.forloveofpaper.com
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Joined: 3/23/2009
Posts: 282
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Stephanie -- Welcome to motherhood and Spotted Canary. When you have a minute, touch base and let us know how you and baby are doing! Good luck and get some REST!
Create hopefully, beautifully, joyfully and with all your heart! InkaCatherine
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Joined: 5/11/2009
Posts: 19
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Congrats on the pending arrival of your first bundle of joy. I am part of the Spotted Canary team and know how overwhelming it can be - which is why I noted in my profile I'm a much better crafter in my mind than in practice, so just remember to keep it simple at first. A really great place to start is under our Getting Started Section of the Scrapbooking tab
http://www.spottedcanary.com/Scrapbooking/getstarted.htm
You can also check out the page layouts section - really great article on choosing albums and page layout sizes
http://www.spottedcanary.com/Choosing_Album_and_Page_Layout_Sizes.htm
Good luck!
The grand essentials of happiness are: something to do, something to
love, and something to hope for. ~ Allan K. Chalmers
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Joined: 3/23/2009
Posts: 203
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How are you and the new baby getting along? I'm sure your time is much more limited now, but I hope you've been able to give scrapbooking a try! Be sure and upload your pages in the gallery here. We'd all love to see that precious new little baby!
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Joined: 2/22/2011
Posts: 4
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Congtats on the new addition to your family!
I firts got started when I was pregnant with my first child and I have not looked back yet!!
I beleive the best way to start is with a kit which usually include everything you need except a paper cutter, adhesive and pictures!!
Enjoy and have fun... and beware it is very addicting!!!
Heather
Check out my Blog: http://cottoncandicorner.blogspot.com/
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Joined: 3/14/2011
Posts: 1
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I am expecting a new grandson and I need an example page of scrapbooking his ultrasound pictures... I made copies so all I need is some insperation. Can anyone help!
Tammy Charest
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