While many people store their memories in online photo albums or in file folders buried deep in their computers, you may feel the need to preserve your experiences in a way that is both more personal and more presentable, such as by creating a scrapbook. With all the tools and technology currently available, scrapbooking has become a highly creative art form that is perfect for commemorating birthdays, vacations, weddings, or any other special time in your life or the lives of your loved ones.
Here are a few guidelines to keep in mind as you begin scrapbooking at our apartments for rent in Lady Lake:
• Be careful with cropping – Cutting your photos down to size to accommodate a pattern or the design of your scrapbook is a step that you will probably have to complete at least once in the scrapbooking process. However, when it comes time to crop your picture, make sure that you have at least one extra copy on hand. There are few feelings worse than knowing you’ve over-cropped or damaged a unique photograph, and while this problem is less pronounced than it used to be thanks to digital photographs and storage, it’s still wise to take the necessary precautions beforehand.
• Avoid acid and lignin – Never use any scrapbooking materials that contain acid or lignin, as both of these materials can cause photographs to become discolored or damaged. Most arts and crafts products will say whether they contain acid or lignin, but instead of reading labels to find (and avoid) those ingredients, the safest bet is to purchase acid- and lignin-free paper at a local craft store. Certain standard glues may also contain abrasive materials, so for adhesives, rely on acid-free photo tapes.
• Add personal notes – Probably the most important characteristic that separates a scrapbook from a standard photo album is the personalized notes and anecdotes that go along with each picture. Scrapbooks are made richer and more vivid when the creators include stories and memories from the day the photos were taken.
Once you’ve mastered these basic rules, you can further personalize your scrapbook with other decorations such as colored paper, creative borders, and souvenirs or mementos from the experience in question. At The Quarters Apartment Homes, every one of our spacious apartments has all the room you’ll need to create and store your scrapbooks. To learn more about our available apartment units or our community amenities, contact our front office today.
