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Lisa J.
Posted at 8:43 AM, Jan 24, 2011

Today's word for the day: JOURNAL

Remember that people who might be looking at your projects in the years to come might not know all the people in the pictures - while it is true that a picture is worth 1000 words, it never hurts to add a few little tidbits of information to help tell the story!  Here is a great article from Scrapbook.com that might just help keep you going!

Hope you find it helpful, I know I did!

Lisa J.

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Lesson 13 - Journaling Made Easy

Telling the story behind your photos is often the most meaningful part of your layout. For many scrapbookers, the journaling for a layout is the most intimidating element, and sadly it’s often left undone. It doesn’t have to be so scary! Not every page requires a detailed narrative or literary masterpiece. There are several styles of journaling you can utilize to tell your story that fit your own personality and writing preferences. 

Here are some journaling tips and ideas to try:

  1. Make lists instead of writing complete sentences.
  2. Use the active voice for more interesting reading.
  3. Take advantage of journaling prompts to help you tell important stories.
  4. Repeat important phrases for emphasis.
  5. Include the date in your title or journaling for accuracy.

At Scrapbook.com, we offer a helping hand to kick-start your journaling with our fabulous collection of FREE titles, quotes and poems.