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9 Ways to Find Discount Scrapbook Supplies - Memories are priceless, but the cost of preserving them can be quite high. Supplies are abundant, but the prices can be downright outrageous. Here are nine tips for making the most of your scrapbooking budget.

Easter Basket Card - Why not take the time to make and send this cute basket of goodies to family or friends. It takes very little time to put together and in an adorable greeting that will be kept in the memory box.

Extra Photos? Here's What To Do! - Can you easily take one or more rolls of film per week? Do you find your self taking several rolls of film at just one special occasion? If this is you, then you quite possibly have many snapshots that you may never use.

Finding The Time To Scrapbook - You've organized the pictures, you've bought some acid-free paper and even some other goodies, now what? Well, as you know, the next step is to get your precious photos on that paper and into your album. No one will be able to enjoy the great moments you captured on film if you don't get started today!

Hop Right To It: Frog Scrapbook Border - Spring is almost here! Photo opportunities are abounding, and it's time to capture those memories in your scrapbook. Make this whimsical frog border to highlight your hike down to the pond, trip to the zoo or for that chaotic moment when little Jimmy let his pet frog loose in his sister's room.

Make Scrapbooking Pay For Itself - As an avid scrapbooker you undoubtedly have a plethora of scrapbooking materials fit for a queen. Several polls have been taken to determine how much money the average scrapbooker spends annually. The consensus is that spending $500 per year on scrapbooking materials is not abnormal. In fact, most obsessive scrapbookers look at that figure and 1) wish they only spent that much in supplies or 2) Are in denial and actually spend much more! So how can you offset the cost of scrapbooking and make your genealogy hobby pay for itself? Here are a few ideas.

Pot of Gold Greeting Card - If you are feeling creative, this darling card can be put together with any type of craft or construction paper. The result is charming and would make a lovely gift card for someone special this St. Patrick's Day.

Scrapbook Photo Box - Is it a fancy box? Well yes, but hidden inside is a very cool scrapbook. They make great gifts for an expecting mom, grandparents or a teacher. Make them for your children to have as memories of trips your family has taken. This one has a travel theme but you could use whatever theme you like.

Scrapbook Your Vacation: Preserve Your Summer Memories - Scrapbooking is one of the most enjoyable ways to capture the fun and memories of your summer vacation. The photographs you took don't have to end up in their original processing envelopes in drawers and boxes. Mesa, Arizona based scrapbooking expert Jill Davis, Founder of Scrapbook.com has some helpful tips on how you can create a simple vacation scrapbook or photo album.

Scrappin� on a Shoestring - For those of you who�ve caught the scrapbooking bug, you know that it can be addicting. Just like any addiction, it can also be expensive. Having been a scrapbooker for over ten years and a cheapskate even longer, I have found a few ways to keep you from spending every penny you own on your hobby.

Shamrock Greeting Card - Whether you are having a St. Patrick's Day party for your kids or in the classroom, these little treat holders are fun to make for any age. Top off this creative project with foil wrapped gold coins or other gold wrapped candies.

The Art of Scrapbooking - If you'd like to start scrapbooking or create scrapbook-style art, but are simply overwhelmed by the vast product choices, let me help you narrow them down and get you going. I view scrapbooking as a highly specialized form of collage.

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