A scrapbook is a book, box, or card used to preserve, present, and arrange personal and family history in the form of photographs, printed media, artwork, and other memorabilia. It is a way to celebrate life and organize moments of the past so they have meaning for future generations. Scrapbooks can be decorated with stickers, die-cuts, stamped images, colorful washi tapes, journaling, doodles, and other embellishments. The primary purpose of scrapbooking is to preserve memories for future generations, but a secondary purpose often is to exercise creativity as you display your memories in a scrapbook. All good scrapbook pages tell a story, and the heart of scrapbooking is storytelling at a precious, personal level.

Scrapbooks can take many forms, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Some scrapbook albums have lots of journaling, while others have none. Some have a simplified style, while others are very complex. There are scrapbookers who prefer double page layouts, while others prefer single page layouts. Some use 12x12 pages, while others use 8 1/2 x 11 pages or alternate sizes. Stickers and die cuts may be the main attractions, or tear art and decorative paper may take center stage.

There are two main types of scrapbooking: traditional and digital. Traditional scrapbooking involves physically pasting photos, memorabilia, and other items onto pages, while digital scrapbooking is done using a personal computer, digital or scanned photos, and computer graphics software. Basic supplies for traditional scrapbooking include a scrapbook album, cardstocks, scissors, decorative papers, glues, stickers, and other embellishments, as well as special pens and markers to add handwritten notes.

In summary, a scrapbook is a creative and personal way to preserve and present memories, stories, and family history. It can take many forms and can be decorated with a variety of materials and techniques. The heart of scrapbooking is storytelling, and the goal is to organize moments of the past so they have meaning for future generations.