Totally Addicted to Scrapbooking
OK, I admit it. I am addicted to scrapbooking. I am able to take comfort in the fact that I am not alone. Millions of women, and yes, even some men, have discovered the enjoyment that this hobby provides. This is one addiction that is best left to run it’s course.
The reason that scrapbooking is so appealing to so many is simple. We all want to be able to preserve our memories of family and good times. The fact that this can be done in an attractive manner, and proudly shown to others, is a bonus. Photos meets art, meets memorabilia, is what scrapbooking is all about. When these things come together on the pages of your scrapbooks, magic happens.
If you have avoided this hobby because you believe, “I do not have even one artistic bone in my body”, you should reconsider. You do not have to have artistic talent in order to create incredible scrapbooks. A little imagination helps, but even this is not absolutely required. Scrapbooking can be as simple or complicated as you want it to be. You have complete control, and you just might be surprised how much talent you actually have once you create that first page.
Currently, there is no cure for this addiction, and I am glad. I still have enough photos and mementos to keep me in business for years to come. My greatest fear is running out of these items, but then I remind myself that life will take care of this. There are new photo opportunities at every turn, and new small keepsakes are being added to my collection all the time.
If you are interested in getting in on the fun, you will only need some basic supplies. The beauty of scrapbooking is that it does not have to cost a lot. Yes, there are some addicts that spend a lot on this hobby, but what you decide to spend is entirely up to you. You are not required to dip into your life savings in order to create a gorgeous scrapbook. Whatever you feel comfortable spending is fine.
