Scrapbooking Technique: Let ‘em rip
Paper Tearing is a technique that adds texture, dimension and interest to
your scrapbooking pages. It requires no tools, it is fast and it is easy. Paper
Tearing can be used in a variety of ways, to create shapes, mats, titles or
borders.
Paper is made from fibers, so when it is torn the fibers are broken. Different types of paper will create looks You will also find that some paper will be easier to tear than others. Printed paper will reveal the color of paper it was printed on, while solid color paper has the same color fiber through out. Tearing makes a "rough" side to the edge of the tear (the front) and a "smooth" side (the back). Just decide which look you like best for your scrapbooking project and tear accordingly.
Before you begin your project you may want to practice first. Lightly draw your tear lines onto the back of the paper (later you maybe able "freehand" your items just by eyeing it). While grasping the paper, pull with your thumb and forefinger to create a torn edge. While you are tearing, note how easy or difficult it is to tear. Until you get the hang of paper tearing, make slow pulls in the same direction along your tear lines. Guide your pulling with your thumb and forefinger of your holding hand. If you aren't happy with the final product, you can "edit" by making tiny tears along the finished edges.The beauty of this technique is that it is not perfect and irregularity is encouraged!
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