How to Make a Great Baby Memory Scrapbook

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New baby equals baby memory scrapbook. It’s easy to see why you want a good record of what's been going on! There's already a chance that you might have noticed how fast babies grow, and you already know how much you might never have documented. When you are interested in starting a scrapbook for a baby, there's no better time like the present, and it is far easier than you might think. Take a look at some simple basic steps for baby memory scrapbook that will get you started in helping you remember this incredibly brief time in a child's life.

1. Gathering your core materials.

These are the things that remind you of the baby on a deeply personal level. Most obviously, you will have things like photographs, but look around for other things as well. A copy of the birth certificate is a great place to start, as are newspaper clippings from the day the baby was born. Take a clipping of hair as well; if the child is blond, for example, there's a great chance that he or she might not stay that way, and it's always fun to have a real example

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2. Get together some decorative materials

While these elements are less important, remember that they can help tie a baby memory scrapbook album together. Think about things like using ribbon to edge the pages, little paper frames that you can glue in, and small paper cut-outs of things like boats, or stars or storks. A quick trip to the craft store can get you started .

3.Assemble your tools

The first thing you need, most obviously, is scrapbook. You can purchase blank scrapbooks quite easily at a variety of places, but if you are feeling creative, you can always make your own by sewing together sheets of heavy cardstock. You'll need a good pair of scissors that will be okay to use on paper, an archival-quality ink pen, a ruler, and an exacto knife of some sort. You'll also need glue, so consider getting a pot of glue that can also be used to decoupage.

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4. Think about a layout

The best way to do this is to take a look at the blank baby memory pages that you have and on a separate piece of paper, outline what you think each page should be for. You should also consider doing a thumbnail sketch where you work with layout and what clippings or pictures go on each page. Some ready-made scrapbooks will have this set up for you, while others will let you make your own decision.

5. Get started!

When it comes to baby memory scrapbook, there's never a time like the present, so make sure that you get started now. Add more material whenever you feel like it, and remember that you are making something that will be very valuable to both the child and your family.

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