A scrapbook and a paper back novel are not that different. The words that normally tell the reader what is happening is seen in each of the images. Although this won't reach more than a hundred pages, it is more than enough to tell a good story from beginning to end.

Each page that is placed in the scrapbook is made of paper. The hobbyist can buy this in the bookstore but get the kind that is safe for photos, acid and lignin free. This will ensure that this will last for many years to come as long as this is also stored properly.

The person can even choose use either plain or colored paper for each page and then use cutouts for the layout. The best instrument to use is a cutter because it easier to use when slicing through the edges but those who don't have one should just be careful when using a pair of scissors.

Since it will be quite difficult to undo the changes when the pictures are cut, it will be a good idea to put everything first in order to get an idea how it will look. Some dual tape can be used initially and it is only when the individual is satisfied with it that one should continue so this page is finished making it possible to move on to the next one.

It will sometimes take more than a day to finish one page. It is easy to check how the succeeding page will look if these are placed beside each other but the hobbyist should flip back a few pages from time to time to make sure there is continuity from cover to cover.

The best way to preserve the scrapbook is to get a durable photo album cover. This will keep the contents safe even when this is hidden in a cool place for storage.

However, no matter how careful one is, the elements may still cause the scrapbook to decay. The best way to preserve the work done will be to put this in a compact disc or on the web.

Unlike the conventional method where paper is used on each page, the hobbyist can still do it by using the available templates from one website then proceeding to the next. Surely the designs here are much better but nothing compares to the imagination that comes from the working with the hands.

The person will just browse through the search engines to find sites that are free so it won't cost a thing to download this into the computer. Some give the user the choice to save this on file when the project has not yet been completed or have this saved on the website's database making it easier to continue where one left of.

There are many ways to make a scrapbook and it takes practice to really excel in this hobby. One way to improve will be to look at the previous work made or even those done by other people to get an ideas on how to improve when there is time to make a new one.

The person should remember that the scrapbook regardless of size is still composed of pages and the effort that is put into it is worth it.