Glossary of material

Papers

• Which paper is used for scrapbooking?

Greeting cards, scrapbooking, handmade boxes, and more are most often made from this type of paper. Cardstock is sold in a variety of textures and colors. It can also be lignin and acid-free which is the perfect medium for scrapbooking. Cardstock is the most popular type of crafting paper.

• Why do you need acid free paper?

If an acidic product comes into contact with paper, photos, textiles or other similar items, the acid can migrate, causing permanent damage and decay. This is why it is so very important to use good quality Acid Free and archival materials for the preservation of your treasured memories.

• What is an acid free paper?

Acid-free paper is paper that if infused in water yields a neutral or basic pH (7 or slightly greater). It can be made from any cellulose fiber as long as the active acid pulp is eliminated during processing. It is also lignin- and sulfur-free.

Embellishments

Embellishments consist of a large variety of decorative elements that adds that touch of class and enhancement of your scrapbook pages. Embellishments include many elements commonly used in scrapbooking like eyelets, brads, snaps, tags, stickers, chipboards, paper flowers, ribbons ... etc.

However, you must select them, because adding too many embellishments to your page, will remove its charm.

Stamps 

Others

A sélection because many and varied are the embellishments and tools used for scrapbooking

• Punches
• Chalks and pigments
• Pigments inks, Dye inks, Solvent based inks .....etc
• double sided tape, adhesive foam tape, liquid glue .... etc
• Scissors and cutter