Basic Scrapbooking Supplies
For a beginner starting out with scrapbooking, here is a straightforward list of essential supplies, along with specific product examples currently available from Creative Memories:
Tips for Beginners
• Simple Page Kits are highly recommended for beginners because they include coordinated papers, stickers, and step-by-step instructions for creating layouts, reducing the guesswork and ensuring a cohesive look
• The Totally Awesome Kids Kit is not just for kids-it’s a great all-in-one starter kit for anyone new to scrapbooking, as it contains a variety of basic supplies in one package. Also a great gift idea.
Album or Scrapbook?
8×8 Totally Awesome Paper Album (included in the Totally Awesome Kids Kit, also suitable for beginners of any age)
Paper
• Simple Page Kits (e.g., Noteworthy Simple Page Kit #2): These kits include 12×12 double-sided designer papers, making ti easy to create coordinated layouts.
• Totally Awesome Kids Kit: Includes 6 sheets of double-sided 8″x8″ paper
Cutting Tools
• Zigzag Scissors (included in the Totally Awesome Kids Kit): Decorative scissors for creative edges
Pens and Markers
• Simple Page Kits: Each kit comes with a sticker sheet for quick decoration
• Totally Awesome Kids Kit: Includes 5 sheets of stickers (some with foil, layered and holographic effects) and 16 paper embellishments
Stamps (Optional but Fun)
• Starts Roller Stamp and Sunshine Roller Stamp (included in the Totally Awesome Kids Kit): For adding stamped designs to your pages
Pre-Coordinated Kits for Easy Start
• 2025 Simple Page Kit Bundle #1: Includes instructions and supplies to create and decorate three 2-page spreads, perfect for beginners who want guidance and matching materials
