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Acid-free: Acid is a chemical substance that weakens paper, causing it to brown and become brittle. Acid is what causes photos to yellow (you know you have photos from decades ago that you probably stuck in those nasty magnetic albums – they weren’t acid-free. That’s what made those photos lose their coloring.) Today, most scrapbook supplies are listed as acid-free.
Binders & Albums: The main difference in scrapbooks is the binding. Common Types include: three-ring, strap-hinge and post bound. However, creating your own unique album and binding is very popular these days. In addition, size of albums ranges. Traditional size of albums is 12” x 12” (most papers come in this size to accommodate). Mini-albums are great for creating finished albums in quicker time, highlighting special events or to give as gifts. These albums truly range in size. Be sure to read product info so you know what you will end up with.
Die-cuts: Pre-cut shapes, figures and letters cut in a variety of shapes and sizes, on varied weights of paper. Most require adhesive.
Embellishments: The general term for adding the extras. This can include stickers, die-cuts, memorabilia pockets, glitter, buttons, ribbon and much more.
Eyelets: Small, metal or aluminum fasteners that come in a variety of colors and shapes. They can be used to run wire or ribbon through, or simply as fasteners.
Journaling: A narration of the who, what, when and where. Tell your story on your pages. Many people say they don’t know how to journal- it’s your story, tell it! Don’t worry about perfect grammar or spelling – journaling should convey what you want the reader/viewer to know about the page.
Lignin: A material that is the bonding element in wood fibers. If lignin remains in the final paper product (such as in newspaper) it will become yellow and brittle over time. Most scrapbook products today state it is lignin-free.
Scraplifting: An acceptable form of sharing in the scrapbook community. This is not "stealing," merely a way of sharing. Why else would all those magazines print page after page of other people’s layouts?
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