Cleanline Scrapbooking

I've stayed away from scrapbooking for a long time, because I felt that much of what was being offered and taught actually detracted from the photographs themselves, shifting the focus to the (usually rather expensive) embellishments. And then I found this book.

With their typical infectious humour (familiar to anyone who's either met them or read any of their previous books), Tracy and Deborah have succeeded in making scrapbooking accessible, simple and engaging. First off, they present an amusing account of why you really don't need to be quite so neurotic about using acid-free products. It seems photos themselves contain acid... but you'll have to read the book to find out more.

The next section contains all the information you need to get started - covering paper, adhesives, cutting tools, albums, pens, paint, chalk, embellishments and lettering, all in comprehensive detail. Th