Frugal Scrapbooking

I love scrapbooking but I’m also a frugal person, and is it just me or does scrapbooking really cost a lot of money? It can, anyway. There are lots of great ideas to make your scrapbooks stand out that don’t cost a ton.

First, look in unusual places for scrapbooking supplies. Don’t just head to the scrapbook aisle at your hobby store because that’s the place you are going to spend the most money. Also, try looking at rummage sales for scrapbook supplies. It doesn’t have to be a perfectly wrapped scrapbook kit, but look for items that could be used in your book.

The thing that I do the most is simply collect things from where we go and what we do, and use them in our scrapbooks. Some of these might not seem like “traditional” scrapbooking pieces (such as wrappers, matchbox covers, and even coasters) but when I put them in with the rest of the page (pictures, journaling) it makes it all come together. Then the pages are not only frugal but also unique.

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