Journaling Exercises
Finding Inspiration
Journaling got you down?
These journaling exercises will keep that pen moving. I've heard a lot of scrappers comment that journaling is their least favorite part of scrapbooking. We shouldn't dread journaling, it is a vital part of a scrapbook page layout. Journaling adds depth and meaning to our photos. There are lots of journaling exercises to help you find inspiration for your scrapbook journaling.
Divide and Conquer
Ever wonder why we have a difficult time journaling on the scrapbook page we just created? Creating scrapbook page layouts is a right brain activity. Journaling is a left brain activity. If you find it difficult to switch gears, try creating page layouts and journaling at separate times. You could spend an evening creating page layouts, then add the journaling the next time you scrapbook.
The Interview
Sometimes we need to talk to others to find information on the photos we are scrapbooking. This is particularly relevant for heritage or vintage photos, or photos taken by others. There are a few key things to ask, who? what? when? where? and why? Jot these journaling prompts down before you gather information.
Write a Letter
If you feel awkward journaling in your scrapbook, try writing as if you were writing a letter to a good friend or family member. Think about who will be looking at your scrapbooks. You are speaking to them. Most of us will be sharing our scrapbooks with family and friends.
Spur of the Moment
Jot down quotes, poems, sayings or other journaling ideas when the inspiration hits. Don't wait until later. If you're like me, you will forget by the time you have time to sit down to scrapbook. Try carrying a small notebook or some index cards with you, in your purse or in the car.
Resource File
Create a resource file to store information you may want to use in future scrapbooking projects. You could create a binder or some space in a filing cabinet. An expandable file or storage container might do the trick. Some of the things you might consider storing are - Postcards
- brochures
- pamphlets
- magazine clippings
- programs
- invitations
- greeting cards
Email
Save or print emails from family and friends. You may find a treasure of remarks, sayings and stories to use in your scrapbooks.
Keep an open mind, you may find other journaling exercises to inspire you to journal in your scrapbook.
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