Winter This method is a great solution for both the busy scrapbooker and the nonscrapbooker. include some creativity in their albums.

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1 Winter 2004 I N S I D E A Place for Everything Creative Ideas from the Experts Collage Art Hot Products Archiver s Classes & Coupons Mark Your Calendar albums made easy! journal Easily combine creative scrapbooking techniques with traditional pocket page photo albums by mixing scrapbook pages with pocket pages in one album as seen here in the Kolo Catalina Album. You know the feeling, when those growing piles of precious photos bring more guilt than happiness. If you re feeling slightly overwhelmed and wondering how you ll ever manage to create those wonderful photo albums your great memories deserve then wonder no more! Archiver s straightforward, simple solutions for organizing and preserving your photos let you assemble albums in a snap and still have the fun of creativity. Breaking the Rules All too often we get caught up in the shoulds of scrapbooking and page layouts. Relax, photo albums are meant to bring pleasure, to let you enjoy your memories. Every page does not have to be a masterpiece. And it isn t necessary to scrapbook every page or photo. Start by selecting photos that highlight a particular story, capture a holiday or record a special event and create a scrapbook page featuring them. Slide the rest of your photos of that event into pocket pages and place them after the scrapbooked page in your album. This natural flow makes assembling an album easy. This method is a great solution for both the busy scrapbooker and the nonscrapbooker looking to include some creativity in their albums. For 12 x 12 formats, Westrim s Photo Keepsake System provides both scrapbook pages and pocket pages.

2 page 2 Archiver s journal Archiver s journal page 3 Slide a title or journaling block into one of the pockets in a pocket page album to add detail and creativity. Pioneer Echo albums shown here. Creative ideas from the Experts! Make these Creative Projects in under an Hour! Treat yourself to creative time without a long-term commitment! Each of the following projects can be made in under an hour and allow you to experiment with the latest products. Whether you make one to give as a gift or to keep for yourself, you are sure to have fun in a flash! Scrapbooking fewer pages allows the busy scrapbooker to finish albums quicker yet still have the satisfaction of producing an album uniquely their own. For someone who uses traditional pocket page albums, inserting a scrapbook page adds character and helps to tell a story. Combining scrapbook pages with pocket pages is a great way to get started in scrapbooking. Photo pocket/scrapbook combinations also remove the sometimes intimidating prospect of making an entire scrapbook-style album. Just Do It! When it comes to telling your story in a photo album, there are no mistakes. Preserving your memories can be as simple as sliding photos in a pocket page album and journaling the details. Or try the one-pocket solution! This means devoting one photo pocket in a two-page spread for your creative fun. Use it to create a headline, add a bit of color and write important information, such as dates, location, names and events. Then fill the other pockets with supporting photos that Relax, photo albums are meant to bring pleasure, to let you enjoy your memories. expand upon your headline. Using the one-pocket solution is also a clever way to include original memorabilia, such as stamps, ticket stubs or coins, in an album. Since they are tucked away in a pocket they won t harm photos. Pockets also are an easy solution for adding embellishments and dimension to an album, such as stickers, tags, or metallics. Albums That Mix It Up Archiver s has a wide assortment of photo albums in a variety of formats that can hold both pocket pages and scrapbook pages. If you currently use a 12 x 12 album format you can continue to do so and also include pocket pages in your albums. Use the scrapbook pages for your creative efforts Qwikit pages feature a variety of pocket sizes for combining photos, journaling and embellishments. or for journaling. The scrapbook pages are also a good way to separate different photo stories, allowing you to include several stories within one album. Whether you are a novice with photo albums or an experienced scrapbooker, these simple photo album solutions are a fast way to combine photo storage and creativity. And Archiver s can help. We ve assembled a wide collection of photo and memory systems and the latest cool pocket albums to help you find the straightforward solution that s just perfect for you! Qwikit Scrapbook Page est time:00:30 This page combines the ease of a pocket page album with the creativity of scrapbooking. Embellish the pre-cut cardstock squares with ribbon and metal charms to give the design texture. Simply slide a pattern paper into the center pocket, add your photos and you are finished! Keepsake Box est time:00:25 Store your love letters, personal documents and photos with style in an Archiver s archival storage box. K&Company pattern paper designed to look like a collage makes this project so simple. Use archival adhesive to cover the top of the archival box with pattern paper and use rub-on words. Personalize the box with your favorite color copied photos and use dimensional letter stickers as a label on the side. A Place For Everything... You have 4x6 photos, negatives, enlargements, memorabilia and journaling notes and you want a simple solution for keeping it all together. With our creative album solutions you can keep it all in one album. Print File is a pocket archival preservation system with a wide range of solutions, from photo to negative preservers. It offers an assortment of pages with different photo pocket sizes, so you can combine different print sizes in the same album but still maintain a uniform look. A simple solution for you to organize and preserve your prints, protecting them from dust, scratches and fingerprints. The protective pages fit neatly in three-ring binders giving you a variety of storage options. Checkbook Covers and Gift Card Pockets est time:00:15 Create a checkbook cover that speaks to your personality and interests or personalize a gift card pocket. Line the clear plastic pockets with pattern paper or cardstock and embellish with photos, stitched quotes, stamps or stickers. Because your design is an insert, you can change it whenever you d like. Accordion Album est time:00:20 Embellish the front of this accordion album with collage-inspired stickers to create a quick cover that speaks to the photos inside. Adhesive metal letters and velvet ribbon give the design dimension. Tuck a small handwritten or sticker letter title inside the gold label holder as the finishing touch.

3 page 4 Archiver s journal Archiver s journal page 5 Although it is among the hottest craft trends, collage is really a familiar old friend that your mother and grandmother probably remember. But collage has grown up and is making a big impact on scrapbookers. Collage still uses a variety of materials and symbols that relate to a theme. Today, though, more emphasis is placed on the collage s layout and design, and materials are available in a whole rainbow of colors. Overlap travel-themed ephemera or embossed sticker tags to create inspiring one-of-a-kind mini masterpieces. Pattern papers combine to give a scrapbook layout an instant collage feel. Sticker Magic Stickers styled in embossed word art and vintage shapes are playful designs that add an adventurous dimension to pages. Ephemera and alphabet stickers bring a classic touch or a splash of color to a design. These captivating stickers can really jumpstart your project and help take the guesswork out of creative layouts. Overlap stickers to create an instant collage for the front of a card or add sticker letters to create a page title. Backgrounds and Books Build your designs on amazing vintage-look papers that come separately or in a pad of assorted designs. Warm and wonderful, these backgrounds suggest an artifact-and-legacy mood that is easy to build upon. Try layering a couple of pattern papers in coordinating colors to create a quick, collaged background. A fast alternative to traditional scrapbooks are accordion albums. Perfect for small memorabilia, ephemera and family photos, these books are also just the right size to tuck into a purse. Stickers and metal letters applied to the cover of a small album creatively announce the contents found inside. Trinkets and Heavy Metal When creating collage art, there are no boundaries. Collage is a playful art form, so try experimenting with a variety of materials. Metal art, pearls, beads, threads, ribbons are perfect embellishments for collage art. Use tags for accents or a small journal note. Metal letters are great for headlines and become inquisitive charms when strung on a ribbon. Ribbons and threads bring texture and dimension to a page and can serve as a unifying element in a layout. Or try overlapping rubber stamped images to achieve texture without bulk. Remember to check the archival quality of any embellishment before placing it next to a photo. Collage is an art form of infinite possibilities. Take a fresh eye to what s around you and a fresh look at Archiver s really cool new materials for collage art and altered books and you ll find inspiration, too. Collage 101 While first instinct may compel you to use any material, taking the time to think through your collage will produce better results. Design your collage around a theme, selecting images and materials that support it. If collage scrapbooking is new to you, start small to gain your confidence and then work up to full-page layouts. It is not necessary to fill a whole page with collage even a small collage will add interest and creativity to a full-page layout. Here are some more ideas to get you started! Ephemera Extraordinaire Vintage themes are a popular choice for collages. Archiver s has a full complement of vintage reproduction ephemera from old-fashioned tickets to labels and logos that bring charm and individuality to your collage. Try combining these old images with your new photos for a fresh look. A frame kit covered with Scrappy Chic papers and K & Co. metal embellishments displays your treasured memories.

4 page 6 Archiver s journal Archiver s journal page 7 Archiver s HOT Products! Archiver s Classes EK Titanium Scissors Color Bee Titanium Scissors are pretty tough little scissors in some hot hues. The strong blades cut through thin metals, plastics and wire while their precision-ground tips guide them into the tiniest corners. Added features include comfort-grip handles and a protective safety cover. In store by the end of February! M&M s Sweeten up your paper crafts with these fun M&M themed products from EK Success. The chocolate candies and characters are featured on 12 x 12 papers and a variety of stickers. Kids will love the liquid stickers filled with glitter and gel! Use them on scrapbook pages, party invitations, birthday cards or as party favors. Archiver's classes are designed to help you organize, preserve and display your photographs through creative ideas and techniques. To find out which classes are available, check our website at and call the store nearest you to sign up. Scrapbooking Basics If you are new to scrapbooking or just want to see what it's all about, attend this class to learn about the different styles of scrapbooking, how to keep your photos safe in a scrapbook, the pros and cons of different products and the steps it takes to create an album. Free. Creative Card Making Learn how to make handmade cards with a variety of fun products including buttons, die cuts, stickers and more! Then, receive assistance as you make two of your own cards. Free. Endless Embellishments Let us inspire you with ideas, tricks and tips for using today's most popular embellishments. You will then get hands-on experience using a variety of tools and embellishments on three great projects! Free. Rubber Stamping FUNdamentals For new and experienced stampers alike, learn versatile, creative rubber stamping techniques. You'll be inspired with endless ideas and complete several FUN projects in class. Free. File Exec Colored Boxes Get organized in a colorful way with Filexec Poly Files. You ll find a place for everything in their assortment of 8 x 11 and 12 x 12 paper holders, envelopes, portfolios, pencil boxes and carry-all bags. Available in six fun colors. Boy Scout Products from It Takes Two You re going to love these Scout s honor! Use the new Boy Scout themed papers and stickers to create a fitting tribute to your favorite scout. Create scrapbook pages or decorate a frame to capture scouting achievements. CR Gibson Embossed Album The newest addition to the C.R. Gibson Heritage line provides a beautiful home for your photos. The album s rich red color is softened by the patterned suede fabric. Create a gift album for a loved one or a conversation piece for your coffee table. Our Workroom is Your Workroom Our customers deserve a bright workroom with plenty of space for their creativity to flow. With that in mind we designed our workroom to be comfortable, spacious and stocked full of creative tools. Best of all, it s free for our customers! Simply sign in when you arrive, pull up a chair and let your imagination soar. Paper Perfection Explore the endless possibilities of the world of paper. From vellum to cardstock, we'll show you how to transform plain old paper into amazing paper creations. Free. Wedding Creations Dreaming of the perfect wedding? Let Archiver s show you how to customize your wedding stationery to match your style, personality and budget! You re invited to be inspired by creative handmade invitations, programs, thank you cards and more! Free. SCRAPBOOK MANIA! Join the party! Bring your photos, scrapbook and necessary supplies on Fridays from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. for six hours of pure FUN and productivity. The $15 fee includes dinner, product demos, prizes and a free gift or coupon. This creative environment is perfect for learning from others and a great way to get started in scrapbooking. Please call for reservations. MAMBI Girly Girl Me & My Big Ideas and Colorbok have teamed up to bring you these whimsical albums and embellishments. Choose from a kid like me and So Girly themes. The post bound albums feature kid-friendly easy clean covers and rounded corners. Create coordinating pages or frames in a snap with matching 3-D embellishments.

5 page 8 Archiver s journal Mark Your Calendar! Make & Take Weekend February 21 and 22 Join us at any Archiver s location for another fabulous Make & Take Weekend! We will have everything you have come to love about our special weekends free projects with fun new products, creative ideas to share, try it before you buy it Inspiration Stations, and special coupon offers. Grab your friends and make a trip to Archiver s for this special event. We ll be open late til 8:00 p.m. on Saturday. Mall of America Scrapbook Festival Mark your calendars to join Archiver s at the largest scrapbook festival in the world! The second annual Mall of America Scrapbook Festival will be held September in Bloomington, MN. You won t want to miss the largest gathering of scrapbooking personalities and vendors in one place. We re still working on the details so watch our website in the coming months for information on how you can be a part of it. Archiver s Be the first to receive advance notice of our hot new products, coupon offers, and new stores coming to your area. Receive our monthly newsletter by signing up on our website at or with an associate in one of our stores. Sign Up Now! MINNESOTA: Apple Valley (952) Coon Rapids (763) Eden Prairie (952) Mall of America (952) Maple Grove (763) Roseville (651) PRSRT STD U.S. Postage PA I D Permit No Minneapolis, MN COLORADO: Aurora (303) Highlands Ranch (303) Westminster (303) ILLINOIS: Bloomingdale (630) Downers Grove (630) Naperville (630) Niles (847) Orland Park (708) WISCONSIN: Madison (608) MISSOURI: Kansas City (816) Valuable Coupons inside!