Scrapbook Journaling Ideas

Don't worry, you are not alone!

Many scrapbookers find it hard to get started when it comes to adding journaling to their scrapbooking layouts.

Make a list.
This is a fairly simple journaling technique that is suitable for use with any type of page theme, for example:

Doing a friendship page - list how you met, where you met, how long you have known each other, include what you like about your friend and why you are both pals.

Doing a recipe scrapbook page - then make a personal top 10 list of reasons why you like Grandma's chocolate cake so much.

Doing a baby layout - do a list of baby's favorite foods, you can even do one for the foods they don't like!

A variation of this technique is to use bullet points to mark each line on your list, giving you an opportunity to empathise each item of your journaling:

Make sure you have fun experimenting with all the different kinds of embellishments that you can use as your bullet points! :o)

Another bonus with using this technique is that you do not need to worry about the structure of your sentences or that your journaling makes sense because the list breaks down what you want to say into it's basic readable form.

Write a Letter.
This is one of those great scrapbook journaling ideas that's fairly simple to do and it's also a lovely, personal way to journal your layouts too.

All you have to do is pretend you're writing to a friend telling them what is happening in your photographs and including the "Dear ...." at the beginning of your writing will give your journaling an intimate feel.

Sent any emails lately? Like letters, emails are also a good source of journaling material that you can use for your layouts.

If you're unsure of your own journaling then doing it in a letter format could help your writing flow more easily, as you describe the people and the events taking place, letting you tell the story naturally and in your own words.

Ask a question.
If you are completely stuck and cannot think of anything to write this can be a good quick fix technique to use. Just ask some simple questions like, "What was your favorite part of..?" or "Did anything funny or embarrassing happen?".

This technique can be very effective when used for a special occasion layout, like a bridal shower, where you can ask each of the guests to tell you about their favorite memory of the bride-to-be.

Why not take it a stage further? Give each shower guest some suitable decorative paper and let them write down their own memories rather than journal all of them yourself.

For an extra special touch, you could get the guests to bring with them their favorite photo of the bride-to-be. Ask them to journal why they have picked that particular picture and scrap a separate layout for each individual photo.

This is an effective way to make a wonderful and unique scrapbook that is quick, simple and full of memorable pieces of journaling that add a very personal feel to the album.

If you are one of those people who find it difficult to begin the journaling process these fun scrapbook journaling ideas will provide you with some basic tips and techniques to help make it easier.

So go on, try out the scrapbook journaling ideas above for yourself and add some stress-free journaling to your pages... Once you’ve finished you'll see that it's been well worth the effort.

Scrapbook journaling ideas - more info

Here's another great scrapbook journaling idea for you to try. Song lyrics can be a great source of title and page inspiration for a scraper, read this article for some creative hints and tips.

Browse the links below to find some famous sayings, quotes and poems suitable for use on your pages, these will also help give you some more scrapbook journaling ideas.

scrapbooking sayings
Scrapbook sayings are important elements in your layout, choose the right words to set the mood of your page - humorous, motivational, loving. We have links to some great books that will help you find those perfect words

scrapbook sayings
Adding sayings to your pages is a fun way to tell the stories behind your photos and bring your scrapbook pages alive. Browse our selection of free scrapbook sayings - you're sure to find something suitable for your page

scrapbooking quotes
Sometimes it's hard to start your journaling. Using a suitable quote is a great quick fix and it can help transform your page, checkout our free scrapbooking quotes for more scrapbook journaling ideas

scrapbook journaling
It is important to tell the hidden stories and unlock the memories that your photos hold. Sometimes this can be hard to do so we have compiled hints, tips and articles to help you write the right words for any occasion

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