Fabric Scrapbooking

Scrapbooks are not just confined to paper.  How about adding fabric to your layouts? 

If you are already a seamstress or enjoy sewing, you may have considered adding fabric to you layouts especially if you have  a lot of scraps.  Fabric gives your pages texture, adds warmth and an interesting dimension.

Layout by Jenny Hudman

Here are a few ideas for using fabric in your layouts: Background-all or parts Matt photo Border Punched pieces Torn fabric pieces Cover chipboard, slide mounts, mini frames or anything else you can find. Use a piece of fabric from a favorite outfit or treasured heirloom (if you don’t want to save the entire piece)

So you may be asking, how do I adhere the fabric to my layouts?  You can use any of the following methods: Sew or stitch Spray adhesive Xyron Glue dots Tie Staple Eyelets or brads Layout by Clara

And finally a few tips:

• Use pinking shears to avoid fraying
• Most fabrics are safe, however avoid wool to attract moths
• Recycle old clothes
• Let the fabric show through and opening of a mini frame or stencil.
• Check the remnant section at your local fabric shop for a real bargain.

So the next time you want to try something new or need some texture, try fabric.

Resources for Scrapbooking with Fabric:

• Fabric covered Albums
• Fabric covered Brads
• Fabric covered Buckles
• Heidi Swapp's mini iron
• Fabric stickers
• The Remnants Collection by Rebecca Sower
• Fabrix by Imagination Project

Books for Scrapbooking with Fabric: