Thought you guys might like the following piece written by Kim Bolyard who is a 2007 design team member at http://www.scrapbooks.com/blog/index.php


'Do you have a certain scrapbook style? Today I wanted to talk about different scrapbook styles and what that means as a scrapbooker. Many of us of been scrapbooking for years and have seen the world of scrapbooking evolve into this huge industry with thousands of products available at our finger tips. I myself have changed my style of scrapbooking throughout the years. I even change from week to week depending on what inspires me.

The important elements of a scrapbook page should be a title, photos, journaling and of course your own style. It is the look, the feel and the mood that demonstrates a scrapbook style. We are individuals that have developed our own styles. Find what works for you .

Here are a few examples of styles that I see right now:

Clean and Simple, which is exactly that. This tends to come from a more graphic design prospective. You have to think minimalist. The layout has straight lines and a minimum of embellishments.




Another very popular style right now is Freestyle. This being the polar opposite of Clean and Simple has taken the scrapbooking world by storm. Remember to think out side the box if this is your style. No rules-no boundaries. These pages are eclectic and artistic.



Let's not forget Trendy. Just like the fashion industry, which I feel drives this style, is the latest and greatest products. I don't know about you but I tend to go with what is hot in the market. Trendy does not only mean the products that you are using, but also what the latest techniques may be.


You can also throw some shabby chic in there and you have a well rounded mix of styles to chose from.


Scrapbooking allows you to experiment with the latest trends, colors, and techniques. Remember there is no right or wrong way to scrapbook. The important thing is to enjoy this wonderful hobby and keep stretching your mind and creativity. Always be true to yourself, and if you like your style and what you are creating that is all that matters.

To quote Ali Edwards "I believe style is a continual evolution. That it is constantly changing and growing. I love the idea that it is wonderfully perfect to have a style which is in motion. That ebbs and flows and never has to stay the same."