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Chrissi · 08-08-2005, 12:06 AM

...from a gal who's been out of the scrapping loop a while.

Ribbons, fabric - are they acid free? Do they need to be misted?

What on earth are decorative, 3-D eyelets and taglets?!

What do you use tags for?

And the bonus question: How do you justify spending $600 in 3 months are scrapping supplies to your tight-fisted, penny-pinching, Ebeneezer husband who has no concept of what scrapbooking is? (Mine calls it 'crapbooking'.

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graygables · 08-08-2005, 12:27 AM

DH and DDs ask when I'm going to my next "crap"

He has yet to correct them although he does value my hobby, bless him. I would not count on ribbons and fabric being photo safe, so either mist them or put them away from photos. Some is labelled and some isn't, but better safe than sorry.

3-D eyelets are just decorative thingies you attach like eyelets. I prefer brads, myself as I haven't confidently mastered the whole eyelet thing yet.

Tags are a nice addition for journaling, it just adds a little extra dimension. the M&T at Archivers was a library pocket with 3 tags in it, so you get all that extra journaling space without taking up a lot of room. The only thing I don't like about it is you can't use top loading page protectors and have easy access to that kind of thing, so for pages you are adding 'kinetic' embellishments to, you'll need to use a regular scrapbook page (Kolo makes nice ones)

$600 is an INVESTMENT in the preservation of your family's past to pass on to your children and their children after them. Our society is quickly losing its heritage b/c people don't care enough about 'old stuff'...it's a big "whatever", but it is *very* important. Also, bear in mind that starting up again takes a big hit up front, but once you get re-supplied, it won't be that much. Really. Or that's what I keep telling myself!

No, really, it won't be that much once you have re-stocked and gotten all your tools lined up. Just tell him it's cheaper than therapy, that's what I tell my DH!

Oh, and BTW, the only "dumb question" is the one that isn't asked!!!

Chrissi · 08-08-2005, 12:33 AM

Thank you so much, Dawn!

There are so many new things to try since I last put an album together. It's a little overwhelming.

Nala · 08-08-2005, 01:12 AM

Ribbons, fabric - are they acid free? Do they need to be misted?
 I have become addicted to ribbon so fabric can't be far behind. I don't know if they are acid free or not, but looking back on recent pages I have only used ribbon on my pages that doesn't touch a photo. (OK, there are a few exceptions where I went across a photo) 

What on earth are decorative, 3-D eyelets and taglets?! eyelets add a nice decorative touch to a page and are a great way to attach vellum, which does not respond well to most adhesives 

What do you use tags for?
 Oh, how I love tags. I use them for journaling and they are easy to hide in pockets or behind photos when there is not room for journaling. I also have used them to add a decorative touch to a page that had a blank spot. 

And the bonus question: How do you justify spending $600 in 3 months are scrapping supplies to your tight-fisted, penny-pinching, Ebeneezer husband who has no concept of what scrapbooking is? (Mine calls it 'crapbooking'. )
You just don't bring it up! I just did a memory board for my DFIL who loved to fish. When I was looking for quotes about fishing I found a priceless one. "My only fear is when I die my wife will sell my fishing gear for what she thinks I paid for it". I showed it to DH and said substitue fishing gear for scrapbook stuff and wife for husband. He got a big kick out of that.

But like Dawn said, it is a small price to pay to collect precious family memory that would otherwise fade away or be forgoten

Chrissi · 08-08-2005, 01:25 AM

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And the bonus question: How do you justify spending $600 in 3 months are scrapping supplies to your tight-fisted, penny-pinching, Ebeneezer husband who has no concept of what scrapbooking is? (Mine calls it 'crapbooking'. )
You just don't bring it up! I just did a memory board for my DFIL who loved to fish. When I was looking for quotes about fishing I found a priceless one. "My only fear is when I die my wife will sell my fishing gear for what she thinks I paid for it". I showed it to DH and said substitue fishing gear for scrapbook stuff and wife for husband. He got a big kick out of that.


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Trust me, the last thing I would do is bring it up. He asks - everytime I go to the craft store, he asks now.

I'm at the point where I'm shredding receipts in the car if he lets me go to the craft store alone.

GATechGal · 08-08-2005, 09:43 AM

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Trust me, the last thing I would do is bring it up. He asks - everytime I go to the craft store, he asks now.

I'm at the point where I'm shredding receipts in the car if he lets me go to the craft store alone.

[/ QUOTE ] If asked, I always claim that I had a coupon.

And I ask for gift cards from there any time he needs to get me anything.

crystalloubear · 08-08-2005, 08:35 PM

Not like this has anything to do with your question, butu have you been to the Scrapbook store on Northwood Ave in Palmer?? Right next to the Cross Stitch store. They have some nicer stuff that Michael's doesn't carry. BUt maybe you should stick with Michael's - now that you know where it is

Marv · 08-08-2005, 08:39 PM

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And the bonus question: How do you justify spending $600 in 3 months are scrapping supplies to your tight-fisted, penny-pinching, Ebeneezer husband who has no concept of what scrapbooking is? (Mine calls it 'crapbooking'.

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I usually pay for half in cash and half with credit card

, that way it's not too obvious, either that or just stay under 20.00 each time and always pay cash...honestly, this is the only expense I'm that devious (deceitful?) with...

Chrissi · 08-08-2005, 10:04 PM

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Not like this has anything to do with your question, butu have you been to the Scrapbook store on Northwood Ave in Palmer?? Right next to the Cross Stitch store. They have some nicer stuff that Michael's doesn't carry. BUt maybe you should stick with Michael's - now that you know where it is

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I thought I knew Palmer well, but I have no earthly idea where Northwood Ave. is. Is it anywhere near Northwood Racquetball Club? I used to be a member there, but I don't remember whether it was on Northwood Ave.

Directions, my dear! I need landmarks, something to go by! The area has changed so much since I moved up north. Coming back down the mountain, I have to relearn all the street names again!

Would you be up for a scrapping spree anytime soon?

I'm 10 minutes, at most, from Palmer.

crystalloubear · 08-08-2005, 10:40 PM

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Not like this has anything to do with your question, butu have you been to the Scrapbook store on Northwood Ave in Palmer?? Right next to the Cross Stitch store. They have some nicer stuff that Michael's doesn't carry. BUt maybe you should stick with Michael's - now that you know where it is

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I thought I knew Palmer well, but I have no earthly idea where Northwood Ave. is. Is it anywhere near Northwood Racquetball Club? I used to be a member there, but I don't remember whether it was on Northwood Ave.

Directions, my dear! I need landmarks, something to go by! The area has changed so much since I moved up north. Coming back down the mountain, I have to relearn all the street names again!

Would you be up for a scrapping spree anytime soon?

I'm 10 minutes, at most, from Palmer.

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Why yes The NORTHWOOD Racquet Club is on NORTHWOOD AVE

(Got to bust on you for that one!!)
If you were coming from Rt 33 on 248 instead of turning right to the raquet club - turn left - it not in the strip mall where NORTHWOOD deli is

Its just past that on the left. I think it is just called "The Scrapbook Store" it is in a building with another craft store called "Stitch and Count". I think once upon a time there was a pool supply place in there. If you get to Stokes Electric Supply, you've missed it. They have classes and scrap meets there too.
I'm not buying any more stuff until we get into our new house. Then I'd be up for a scrap!!

Chrissi · 08-09-2005, 12:39 AM

Okay, okay...we'll chalk it up to a blonde moment.

Since a scrap spree is out until you're all moved in, we should get together for lunch or something so we can finally meet in person!

DJ keeps asking who the 'dorable girl' is in your signature.

A Dora swimsuit apparently = 'dorable' in DJ-speak