Scrapbooking adhesives come in more choices than ever. As this hobby grows, the manufacturers are responding to the needs of scrapbookers. Since page layouts have moved from just photos, paper and a few stickers to more complex designs like 3-D elements, metals, fabric and ribbon, scrapbookers now need adhesives that can handle the latest in scrapbooking trends and techniques.
Photo safe is the most important quality when choosing a scrapbooking adhesive. Make sure any adhesive you choose is archival sage, especially when using them on the back of your photographs. Scrapbookers have so many choices when it comes to adhesives.
Photo Corners: These are the first adhesives used in modern scrapbooking. They are still very popular. Photo corners were a great choice because they allow you to remove the item from the page, giving you a temporary adhesive. They would very for heritage photos, and any other page elements you don't want to permanently glue to your layout. Check your local scrapbooking store for the variety of photo corners available. They come in different colors, including metallic colors.
Glue: Scrapbookers love glue for its versatility. Glue comes in pens, tubes and bottles. You can use just a small dot of glue from a glue pen to stick even the tiniest items to your scrapbooking page. Choose from permanent or repositionable glues, or even specialized glue for metal or fabric.
Tape Runners: These are a necessity for any scrapbooker. Tape runners allow you to quickly place adhesive on a large surface, and makes for quick scrapbooking page layouts. They are double-sided adhesive, and come in a roll or in dispensers. They are one of the more economical options for scrapbooking adhesives. You use only the amount you need.
Glue Dots: A must-have for heavy embellishments, glue dots allow for a strong bond and are perfect for fabric and ribbons. They come in a range of sizes, mounted on either a roll or sheet.
Glue Sticks: If you don't want the mess of glue, glue sticks are a convenient alternative. They glide on easily and allow you to cover a large area quickly. You can still use them on small embellishments too. Use only glue sticks that specifically state they are photo-safe. Stay away from the ones that are for school use.
Adhesive Spray: Scrapbookers love adhesive spray because it provides even coverage and transparency. A perfect choice for vellum, it doesn't show through like some other glue alternatives do. Always cover your work space before you apply adhesive glue. It can easily leave over spray.
Tape: Scrapbookers find many uses for both double-sided and standard tape. One-sided tape can be used to cover the prongs on brads and eyelets, so your pages don't get caught on them.
Foam Tape: Foam tape comes in a variety of sizes and shapes, such as dots and squares. The adhesive is double-sided, and the foam allows page elements to have a dimensional effect. This adds interest to small items and works very well with letters in titles.
Scrapbooking adhesive is a basic supply for scrapbookers. Stock up on a variety of glue and adhesives before you go to any crop or workshop. Each project may call for a different type of scrapbooking adhesive. Choice the one that best fits your needs.
Christine Perry is an avid scrapbooker and has over 10 years of scrapbooking experience. Her favorite scrapbooking subjects are her reluctant teenagers. She invites you to her website, http://www.intoscrapbooking.com for more beginner scrapbooking and creative memories scrapbooking.
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