Hi, it’s amazing how quick this year has gone by. It’s fun to reminisce as I look through my journal 2015 book. This project was my New Year’s resolution project for 2015. One thing I enjoy about going to my parents home is going downstairs and looking through one of the many family photo albums. Since the digital camera revolution, I have not printed my pictures. Storing them on my computer or phone was and is my standard. I wanted to change that.
With this change, I knew my efforts would need to be simple- very simple. That’s why I chose the 8.5×11 size scrapbook. Printing could be done at home or I could email my file to Kinko’s (my local office printing supply store).
A copy of my 2015 journal is posted below. It can be viewed in full screen or just as it is. Click on the page corner to flip the page. I would enjoy hearing what you think of the journal- did it inspire you to start one for 2016?
The supplies needed for my journal printing project:
1. Post Bound Scrapbook Album and refill pages
Hobby Lobby is my favorite crafting store. I take advantage of the sales whenever possible. The scrapbooks I use are purchased when they are on sale for 40% or 50% off. The post bound style is my preference. The book looks full with 10 or 50 pages! A three ring binder could be used as well.
2. Archival Sheet Protectors from WalMart
3. Print
At home or use a printing service.
FedEx Kinko’s
Office Depot
A one-sided color copy is only 70 cents at my local FedEx Kinko’s. When I am ready to print, it’s as simple as emailing the file. I drive by this location on a daily basis which is very easy and convenient for print pick up. The key is to print as I go- send in my files each month; not waiting til the end of the year!
4. Software to create the pages.
Keep in mind I needed this to be as simple as it could be. For quick pages I use Microsoft Office Word. Another good alternative program is Microsoft Works.
The other program I use and have mentioned several other times throughout my blog is, Lumapix Fotofusion. The Enhanced version was designed for digital enthusiasts and scrapbookers.
5. Fonts
Ok- I know all computers come with fonts. However, different fonts can make your journal more fun and creative. Again I needed simple so I wanted a more personal touch- my own handwriting!
Get your own handwritten font!
Do you scrapbook journal? I would enjoy hearing how you preserve your memories.
Best Wishes,
I love the idea! When I first started reading I wasn’t sure I would have enough events in life to make it worth doing but you do have me thinking about it! Your children, their children and for generations to come will LOVE it!
I have to keep everything I do simple. Works great for me and the kids just love looking through my journal!