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Scrapbooking/Questions Answered by Expert Amy R.
| Subject | Date Asked |
| parchment/bakery paper | 10/27/2011 |
| 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 |
| 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 ... | |
| Heat embossing | 2/9/2011 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 ... | |
| CD Booklets | 3/18/2010 |
| 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 |
| 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 ... | |
| glue | 11/16/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| Albums | 9/15/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| Paper bag scrapbook-LOOK | 8/7/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| Creating a pattern for wrapping paper | 6/8/2009 |
| 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 |
| 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 ... | |
| Alphabet Punches | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to find a set of Alphabet Punches that have the Capital Letters fully solid. Not broken ... A: Hmm. Is there a Joann's near you? (I'm not sure if they are in Canada, even.) I've seen them on the ... | |
| Adhesives | 3/23/2009 |
| Q: I am new to scrap booking and I have an idea in my head that I am working getting all the supplies I ... A: First, make sure the materials touching the photos - front and behind-- are archivally safe. Perhaps ... | |
| Transfer adhesive paper | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: I just bought an Expression Cricut machine and it came with sheets of transfer adhesive sheets. I am ... A: I'll take a guess...it will be like making stickers out of anything you cut out. Rub the sheet onto ... | |
| Nurses #3 | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: I am looking for paper and embellishments for doing nurse pages. Particularly anything to do with ... A: This is totally outside of my expertise...but... ... | |
| Price for doing Scrapbook | 10/1/2008 |
| Q: My neighbor is doing a scrapbook of my son's baby pictures. She has no working experience. I am ... A: Wow. That's hard to say. When you mean no working experience, do you mean she's never charged? I ... | |
| Sealing page protectors II | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: If my sons think they can get away with it, they pull the pages out of their infant scrapbook. If ... A: OOh. That's a problem. I guess I would give them the choice of being responsible and grown up and ... | |
| Sealing page protectors | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: We're going to Disney in a week and I've been planning to make scrapbooks for my two sons (20-month ... A: Are you sure this is really an issue? I have 2 kids who are now a lot older and grew up with their ... | |
| drop shadows digital scrapbooking | 7/2/2008 |
| Q: Should the drop shadows on a 2 page layout be on the same side of the objects on both pages or ... A: Interesting question!! It would depend upon what you think looks best. i would probably prefer same ... | |
| Inkjet transfers | 6/30/2008 |
| Q: I am needing to transfer a design printed from an inkjet printer to a nonporous surface. Do you ... A: You say some kind of sticker or decal--can you use a prefab one or must it be a design of your own? ... | |
| Inkjet transfers | 6/30/2008 |
| Q: I am needing to transfer a design printed from an inkjet printer to a nonporous surface. Do you ... A: Let me understand... You printed it onto paper and want to transfer it to the surface OR can you ... | |
| 12X12 copies | 6/16/2008 |
| Q: I made a 12x12 album for my son's baseball coach. Now I don't want to give it away! How can I make a ... A: You always have 2 choices...at home or professionally. If you create 12x12 layouts, then unless ... | |
| Printing Digital Layouts | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: I received digital scrapbook software for christmas .. and it is very cool. do you have much ... A: Depending upon the size of the layout you choose to create... You always have 2 choices...at home or ... | |
| scrapbooking supplies | 4/26/2008 |
| Q: I have a client that has closed a scrapbooking store and wants to sell all the remaining stickers, ... A: This is an interesting question! 1. Craiglist.org. It's my favorite place for selling and buying ... | |
| Questions I have! | 4/11/2008 |
| Q: Recently I bought some gel pens which said for scrapbooking. While I was standing there a young ... A: Newpapers... You'll want to do something to. Either (snd most recommended) color photocopy. It won't ... | |
| Questions I have! | 4/10/2008 |
| Q: Recently I bought some gel pens which said for scrapbooking. While I was standing there a young ... A: All gel pens are archivally safe. It is suggested that you copy/scan old photos -- or don't crop ... | |
| glue | 3/4/2008 |
| Q: hi i want to use some vellum what kind of glues should i get? A: There is quite a lot of adhesives on the market. The things to consider are: cost ease of use ... | |
| B & W Photogpraphy | 10/30/2007 |
| Q: I would like to know if you know how to alter a color photo for scrapbooking to appear all black and ... A: Both possible and easy--maybe not as easy to explain but here it goes. With the lasso tool, outline ... | |
Amy R.
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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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