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Introduction to Digital Scrapbooking

My newest favorite hobby is digital scrapbooking.  I love it because I love working with my computer.  I also love not having to get out my scrapbooking supplies every time I have a quick minute.  Digital scrapbooking allows me to pull up my digital papers and embellishments on my computer, add my photos, and get a page done in less time than it takes me to get out my scrapbooking products. 

There are many companies out there that you can use to get started in digital scrapbooking (from all inclusive companies to individual products).  I have included a brief list in this article as well.
 

What is digital scrapbooking?
 
Digital scrapbooking, also known as computer or electronic scrapbooking, is a way of presenting your photographs and memories in a digital file.
 
A digital scrapbook page is created by arranging digital or scanned photographs, journaling (text) and images in a software program that can manipulate text and graphics.  You don't even need a software program as some companies have tools that you can use directly one their website.  See below for a list of companies.
 
While most digital scrapbookers use a photo editing and graphics package such as Microsoft Digital Image Pro, JASC Paint Shop Pro or Adobe Photoshop, there are also specific software packages available produced by Hallmark and Ulead, among others. Nowadays computer scrapbooking is possible even in the simplest of programs such as Microsoft Word. 
 

What if I'm not computer savvy?

You don't have to be a genius to create a digital scrapbook.  There are many companies out there that have websites that you upload photos to, arrange in a book, and send it for printing.  Here  are a few of my favorites.

 Picaboo - Create a Photo Book. Special Offer: buy 1 get 1 free!
SnapFish
PhotoWorks.com
 OurStory.com - Go beyond diaries and journals. See your life history on a graphical timeline.
 Shutterfly – Tell your kids’ stories with their own pictures!

Scrapbooking Software
 Broderbund.com
 

Want More?
 Once you get hooked it's hard to stop.  You might be like me...searching for more flexibility.  I have found a great product called lumapix.  It is very easy to use and you can try it for free here.  Here are a few other products that might peek your interest:


 
 
 
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