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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| parchment/bakery paper | 10/27/2011 | Amy R. |
| Q: is parchment/bakery paper categorized as acid-free paper? we have difficulties finding ... A: I am note sure it is a straight forward answer. It would depend upon the manufacturer. There are ... | ||
| First Scrapbook | 7/20/2011 | Amy R. |
| Q: My name is Nicole and I'm 17 years old. I will start scrapbook for myself and for my future. They ... A: There's just too much to answer in one email. I would suggest visiting some scrapbook forums--like ... | ||
| Suggestion | 3/26/2011 | Laura |
| Q: I am making a book for my Junior year prom and I chose to use the colors pea green, a multi-colored ... A: Without seeing the paper you are using this question is a little tricky to answer but i will give it ... | ||
| Heat embossing | 2/9/2011 | Amy R. |
| Q: I am new to embossing and I am wanting to know if you can heat emboss on the front of a scrapbook. I ... A: It really depends upon the material the scrapbook is made of. If the material would melt, then it's ... | ||
| scrapbooking paper | 11/28/2010 | Amy R. |
| Q: I watched a show called Paint,Paper Crafts and they had a guest Michele Smith. She made mini photo ... A: I googled "Paint,Paper Crafts michelle smith" and the first result is for Paint and Paper's Facebook ... | ||
| adhesive | 11/7/2010 | Amy R. |
| Q: I am making mini takehome scrapbooks with my students using laminated file folders as covers. I ... A: You could use non-adhesive methods like staples, brads, and machine stitching. For adhesives, I'd ... | ||
| Are die-cut machines advisable or necessary? | 9/6/2010 | Amy R. |
| Q: I am new to scrapbooking so I bought a book detailing page layouts, etc and I came across a section ... A: I have the Expressions and definitely love SCAL and wouldn't use a cricut without it.As for whether ... | ||
| plastic sheet protector bubbling? | 8/31/2010 | Amy R. |
| Q: I am new to scrapbooking and was upset when I put my paper sheet which wasn't completely dry and I ... A: Do make sure the glue you used says archivally safe. It shouldn't be reacting with the page ... | ||
| plastic sheet protector bubbling? | 8/30/2010 | Amy R. |
| Q: I am new to scrapbooking and was upset when I put my paper sheet which wasn't completely dry and I ... A: Not really sure of the question. So bear with me if I don't answer it. First Everything should be ... | ||
| scrapbooking | 8/27/2010 | Amy R. |
| Q: Should the white paper inside the page protectors be left in or taken out of your scrapbooks as you ... A: I always take mine out. I also do not use the front and back of the new paper put in--so two new ... | ||
| adhesives | 6/4/2010 | Nichole Lorkowski |
| Q: I love the cost of the ATG's glue dispensers, but I find that I'm the kind of scrapbooker that needs ... A: I am sorry it doesn't appear that ATG has a repositional tape. According to 3M all the tapes ... | ||
| Clear stamps | 5/12/2010 | Laura |
| Q: I am new to scrapbooking. I found some alphabet clear stamps that I thought would be great for ... A: There are a couple different ways to clean stamps when you are done with them . 1. Using warm water ... | ||
| CD Booklets | 3/18/2010 | Amy R. |
| Q: I have some CD Booklets that have become folded by being incorrectly folded around the case holding ... A: Oh. So you are saying you have laminated sheets that are bent? The only thing I'd suggest (which I ... | ||
| CD Booklets | 3/15/2010 | Amy R. |
| Q: I have some CD Booklets that have become folded by being incorrectly folded around the case holding ... A: I am not sure I understand exactly, but if you have paper that is folded incorrectly, you can iron ... | ||
| plastic covers for pages | 2/8/2010 | Nichole Lorkowski |
| Q: I have a scrapbook that is about 50 years old and falling apart. Every time the pages are touched ... A: unfortunately there is no album the exact sizes you need. The closest out there is made by Pioneer ... | ||
| album covers | 2/6/2010 | Nichole Lorkowski |
| Q: I have multiple completed albums, and in organizing them on bookshelves, need to add the years that ... A: You could have them embossed which is nice because it's professional(if you have a local scrapbook ... | ||
| Strap Hinged Album | 1/27/2010 | Nichole Lorkowski |
| Q: I am looking for places to purchase strap hinged albums. I want a very unique looking album cover, ... A: Check this link out for step by step directions on how to cover books. I have done this and I ... | ||
| Strap Hinged Album | 1/27/2010 | Nichole Lorkowski |
| Q: I am looking for places to purchase strap hinged albums. I want a very unique looking album cover, ... A: The best maker of strap hinged albums is Creative Memories, however I am not sure they will have ... | ||
| Scrapbook question | 1/11/2010 | Nichole Lorkowski |
| Q: I am making a memory book for my in-laws for their 60th anniversary. I sent out stationary for ... A: Oh that is a wonderful idea! So beautiful! Actually you do have 2 options: the easier ~ the kind of ... | ||
| glue | 11/16/2009 | Amy R. |
| Q: Do you have to use spcrapbook glue only or can you use a regular glue stick like elmers? A: Definitely use "special" adhesives--depending upon the project. Note that I said adhesive instead ... | ||
| Acid/lignin free products | 10/30/2009 | Nichole Lorkowski |
| Q: I think this should be right up your alley. My girlfriend is an avid scrapbooker, but we often come ... A: Acid is a substance found in paper that causes it to weaken and crumble. Skin and saliva are also ... | ||
| 10 x 13 pictures | 10/19/2009 | Laura |
| Q: How can I do up a 10 x 13 picture layout, I have tons of those sizes just not sure what to do with ... A: My best recommendation for that would be to look through some scrapbooking magazines/books. Some of ... | ||
| title fonts | 10/3/2009 | Nichole Lorkowski |
| Q: I feel like all of my titles look the same because I hand-write them. I would like to add some ... A: Actually there are a variety of stencils out there I recommend ... | ||
| Albums | 9/15/2009 | Amy R. |
| Q: I am looking for an album that comes in leather and leatherette, is bound with 3 posts, and has true ... A: You might check out is http://www.centuryphoto.com. I'm sorry but I'm more of a technique person ... | ||
| sticker | 9/7/2009 | Nichole Lorkowski |
| Q: My teenage son is sensitive about his adorable naked baby pictures. I want a tiny "censored" ... A: Boys are like that :) I am sorry to say I do not know of a place where you can purchase censored ... | ||
| Lots of photos or Lots of embellishments?? | 8/10/2009 | Laura |
| Q: Should I scrapbook with lots of photos on each page or just one or two photos and lots of ... A: I apologise for not responding sooner; unfortunately I was having some computer troubles but thank ... | ||
| Paper bag scrapbook-LOOK | 8/7/2009 | Amy R. |
| Q: I want to make a paperbag scrapbook-look except i need it to be long lasting. Is there an ... A: You can spray it with a few kinds of sprays...one is a de-acidification spray (but the paper bag has ... | ||
| Adding Pages | 7/1/2009 | Nichole Lorkowski |
| Q: i just got a scrapbook and i wanted to add more pages to it. the instructions told me to lift the ... A: I am so sorry for your difficulty. Adding pages should never be that hard. It sounds like the ... | ||
| Creating a pattern for wrapping paper | 6/8/2009 | Amy R. |
| Q: I have made a collage of cut out photo's. I would now love to take this collage and make a print ... A: Staples or K's could blow it up but you couldn't do production quantity or products there. I really ... | ||
| Creating a pattern for wrapping paper | 6/8/2009 | Amy R. |
| Q: I have made a collage of cut out photo's. I would now love to take this collage and make a print ... A: I don't think it's really possible...that said everything s possible for a cost. If you are thinking ... | ||
| How to make a pocket | 6/3/2009 | Nichole Lorkowski |
| Q: Scrapbooking-Pocket I have so many pics from various events and I want to include them with my page ... A: Sorry for the lengthy wrong answer:) This site doesn't allow me to post a template so here is a ... | ||
| How to make a pocket | 6/3/2009 | Nichole Lorkowski |
| Q: Scrapbooking-Pocket I have so many pics from various events and I want to include them with my page ... A: There are several ways you can do this...I am assuming you want clear pockets not paper ones where ... | ||
| redoing 40 years of albums | 5/27/2009 | Nichole Lorkowski |
| Q: I've bitten off too much--but my albums were taking over my closets! I had about 50 ... A: WOW what a job you have ahead of you, but it will be worth the work and you will be grateful you did ... | ||
| redoing 40 years of albums | 5/25/2009 | Nichole Lorkowski |
| Q: I've bitten off too much--but my albums were taking over my closets! I had about 50 ... A: Yes this can get pretty stressful and overwhelming very quickly! I do not know if the new magnetic ... | ||
| covers | 5/15/2009 | Nichole Lorkowski |
| Q: I saw a question about scrapbook album covers but it did not say where you can get the plastic ones ... A: Sorry unfortunately no one can find them. I have never found them available for sale by anyone. ... | ||
| Online scrapbooking vs building by hand | 5/12/2009 | Nichole Lorkowski |
| Q: I would like your opinion. I want to make a heritage album but can't decide wether to use computer ... A: You should never use your originals unless you have copies. If you have vintage looking pictures ... | ||
| Storing Photos | 4/27/2009 | Nichole Lorkowski |
| Q: Ni Nichole, I am new to scrapbooking but am overwhelmed to get started. I have older photos in ... A: Welcome to the crazy and addictive world of scrapbooking! You will love it once you get ... | ||
| Scrapbooking | 4/27/2009 | Laura |
| Q: I am a newbie to scrapbooking. I just have a couple basic questions as I haven't started yet. Is ... A: Firstly, welcome to scrapbooking! I hope you find it an enjoyable and rewarding hobby! Any future ... | ||
| Magnetic Photo Albums | 4/24/2009 | Nichole Lorkowski |
| Q: I recently purchased two photo magnetic photo albums because they claimed to be acid-free. After ... A: Unfortunately, there is not way for us as consumers to prove that until we have the album for awhile ... | ||
| attaching plastic to paper | 4/20/2009 | Nichole Lorkowski |
| Q: I have a memorial book to which I wish to add a newspaper cutout and several other smaller cards. ... A: It was a very good idea to laminate the article! To adhere paper on paper you can use any ... | ||
Amy R.
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
I can answer about printing on vellum and other media, adhesives, using your computer and printer, making your own embellishments, frugal scrapping. You can my many "how-To" videos full of tips and tricks at www.Youtube.com/ScraPerfect.
Experience
I create "magically perfect" crafting productsto solve some of crafters most difficult challenges. My products include The Best Glue Ever, Embellie Gellie, The Perfect Crafting Pouch, and the Perfect Cleaning Cloth. I've been scrapbooking since 1999. I exhibit at international craft shows doing demos and creating displays. The Perfect Crafting Pouch was selected as a TOP 20 Innovation.
Organizations
CHA (Craft & Hobby Association)
Education/Credentials
Masters in Science; Teaching Degree in Math and Science.
Awards and Honors
Award for Excellence in Teaching Science & Mathematics (Teacher of the Year)
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