Some people are interested simply in creating a family tree, and other delve deeply into the history and characters in their family's past. Either way, researching your family's history can be a fun and exciting project. Don't overlook the hard times in your scrapbook. Though they may be painful to document, they are still an important part of your life. Be discerning in selecting photos for your pages, though, and try to leave out photos that are disturbing or distasteful.
Memorabilia is certificates, documents, and other three-dimensional items that tell a story.
Memorabilia can include souvenirs from trips, or mementos from special occasions or historical events. If you are overwhelmed by the number of photos you have to work with, remember that you can simply use the extra-special ones. These supplies have been tested and determined safe and long lasting. Economy is lightweight, medium is a bit thicker, and heavy is the thickest. Pattern paper is paper with designs repeated on the entire page.