Paperhills

Let us show you how to use your scraps of paper or fabric to embellish your pages.  Do you save all the leftover pieces when you’re trimming and toss them into a box or basket?  Do you hate wasting these precious bits of paper and fabric? We found some great ways to use up these colourful scrapbooking paper scraps and fabric pieces that will punch up and customize your style.   You can save money too! Scrapbooking Borders You’re going to love this one! Instructions: • cut scrap paper or fabric into small pieces • cut strips of matching, or contrasting coloured ribbon, or scrapbooking paper (enough for a page border) • apply acid free glue generously to the ribbon/paper • affix a mix of paper or fabric pieces either randomly or in a pattern onto the glue (you will want to use a glue that dries clear) • trim edges with scissors to make sure the border is smooth • use your mosaic around photos or along the sides or bottom of your layout pages, as you would with any other border • can also be used to create your own matching tags or embellishments No one else will have this particular pattern – because you have created your own custom look.  PLUS it didn’t cost you a dime! Add a 3D Effect to Paper Embellishments Using Fabric: Let’s kick it up a notch!  Match the colour and shape of some scrap fabric to select areas of a magazine picture (see how to create an embellishment using magazine cutouts) , or any type of paper embellishment that has been made acid and lignin free, then apply the fabric pieces with glue to these areas.  This will create a wonderful 3D effect.  For example, you could add curtains to a window. To add another dimension to your papercraft, try applying acid free paint to the fabric to emphasize the edges. Return from Scrap Paper to Idea Gallery Back to Homepage