So, you have found an interest in pursuing a hobby in scrapbooking. Perhaps your first exposure is from friend or through at home party.  Whatever the inspiration, it is now your time to tell your story through scrapbooking. Here are some thoughts to help you begin scrapbooking the first pages:

Take class. Many scrapbook stores offer classes for beginning scrapbookers. Utilize these classes to familiarize yourself with tools and techniques.

Scraplift ideas. One of the best ways to explore scrapbooking is to study examples others have created. Review magazines and books at the library or visit scrapbooking Web sites to get ideas.

Scrap with a friend. Find a friend who’s also learning to scrapbook. That way you can
discover things together and share ideas.

Follow a template. Some manufacturers scrapping packages with supplies to create single-theme layouts or even a simple acrylic template for a single page.

Layout first. Before you begin adhering items to your page, layout a diagram to show where you want to place things or simply arrange and re-arrange them on the scrapbook page.

It’s all about you. Remember, it is your scrapbook, not someone else’s. Scrapbook what you like and what inspires you to tell your story. Let it be reflection of you!