| So you signed up for your very first scrapbook crop. | | | | embellishments however you choose (by color, |
| Now what? Don't panic, there are several steps you | | | | theme or manufacturer). Whatever system works |
| can take to ensure that your first scrapbook crop will | | | | for you so you can find the items you are looking |
| be a success. Planning, organization and packing the | | | | for. |
| right supplies will make your first crop a success. | | | | 4. Packing: Now the fun part! It is always interesting |
| 1. What to Bring: | | | | to how much stuff you can fit into that tote of your! |
| Must Haves: album, photos, paper, a trimmer, | | | | I would suggest a rolling tote....it is easier on the back. |
| adhesives, embellishments, scissors, markers and | | | | Take care when packing your paper that it does not |
| other tools (hammers, eyelet setters, etc.) | | | | get damaged. It is best to pack paper and album in |
| Optional: cup holder, extra light source, snacks and | | | | the same compartment. If you are bringing ink pads, |
| cash | | | | pack them in an outside pocket or put them in a |
| 2. Planning: It is best to plan ahead which pictures you | | | | plastic bag or other container just incase a cover |
| plan on scrapping. Based on your picture selection, | | | | comes off. You may want to invest in a smaller table |
| gather themed embellishments and paper that you | | | | sized caddy that can hold your scissors, adhesives |
| think you will be using. | | | | and other items that you will constantly use. |
| 3. Organization: Once you have planned what items | | | | The day of the crop, make sure you have directions |
| you need, you will need to get them organized. Keep | | | | and leave in plenty of time. After you check-in, either |
| your photos in one place or if you have ideas of | | | | select a seat or find your assigned seat, unpack and |
| which paper and/or embellishments you will use for a | | | | start to crop. You will find that you get more work |
| layout, put them together in a bag. You may want to | | | | done when you have all your scrapbooking items |
| invest in a divided paper storage product or perhaps | | | | organized! |
| a portable hanging file folder system. Organize your | | | | |