Scrapbooking your handwriting in the digital age

Posted on June 21, 2009
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digital scrabook kit Scrabooking is a fun activity for preserving your priceless memories. It is an activity that doesn’t have to cost you a carload of money, especially now that scrapbooking has joined the digital age. The software for creating awe aspiring scrapbooks has existed for a while now. This short article will show you how you can add a very personal touch to your digital creations by scrapbooking your handwriting.

Handwriting on pages may not be as pretty as a computer font. Still, it is so much more personal and meaningful to our families. This is the main reason why scrapbooking your handwriting is such an important skill to have.

Why do we hesitate to use our own handwriting in our albums? There are a few reasons. The most common one is concern that our handwriting is too messy or won’t be able to be read by others. We should all try to get beyond this and realize how important it is to our family to preserve something as unique as our handwriting. Think about those handwritten letters and recipes from a grandparent and how important they are to you now.

Are you worried that you will make a permanent mistake with your journaling? Handwriting errors aren’t difficult to correct. Try using a paper journaling block first giving you the option of using a second one in case you make a mistake. Other problems are also easy to fix. For example, if you’ve already attached it to the page, just glue another one over it. Use other page elements to cover your errors. Stickers are a simple way to cover a handwriting mistake.

Handwriting success depends on using the right pen. You should first consider the type of paper you are using. The type of paper determines the pen that you will use because you can get the best results by using a pen designed to write on the specific surface type. Avoid pens that will run or smear on the paper of you choice.

digital scrabook example page baby At the end of the day, lots of practice is the best way to minimize handwriting errors. Practice by first writing out your entry on a scrap piece of paper. Read it over slowly out loud. This will help you spot errors in spelling and grammar. For longer narrative writing, you may want to have someone else proofread it for you before you place it on your page. Don’t forget to also test the pen on a small piece of the paper you want to use. Writing a draft will let you know how much room you need to write on as well.

Are you one of those people that write uphill? If you find it difficult to write in a straight line, use lined journaling blocks. You can make them yourself, buy a stamp with lines designed for this purpose, or purchase pre-lined journaling papers. Another tip is to use the natural lines in your layouts. Write along stripes on patterned paper. Handwrite phrases around a frame. You can even print on the edges of your borders.

No two people have the same handwriting. It is unique and personal. Like a signature, it is a form of validation. Handwritten journaling on a scrapbooking page adds character to your albums. It tells your family who you are, what your mood is and is a glimpse into your personality. Your family will treasure your pages when they see you have preserved such a personal side of yourself. A digital computer font lacks the depth and emotion that handwriting your words can have.

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