Question: I was trying to clean up files on my computer and found that there are a lot of fonts that I don't use on a regular basis, do I have to keep them?

Answer: The answer is probably Yes. There are a lot of fonts that come with our computers that have to be kept in order for programs to work properly or for certain aspects of a program to look correctly when viewed. As a scrapbooker, I have found that if I keep the fonts that I purchase in one folder and the ones that come standard with programs or with the computer, right where they are, I can determine if I want to save or clean out my font files. One thing I do suggest is that if you are wanting to clean up font files, always write them to a cd just in case you find a need for them later on. Not too long ago, I wrote an article on this subject, visit Scrap-n-Craft.com for a complete (as of the writing, and as far as my research took me, always check with the software developer or software program info for more information) list of fonts that should be kept no matter what!

Question: I am going on vacation in February, and I wanted to jot down ideas, funny stories, places we have been and other things that may happen on our vacation. Do you have any suggestions on how I can accomplish this goal and possibly also make transferring this info into our travel album easier? Rachael J., Long Beach, CA

Answer: Take some acid & lignin free white 3 x 5 cards along to record events, stories, dates, notes, captions and the names of people and places that you have visited while on your vacation. When you get home you can use the cards as a reference for journaling or you can mat them and include them in your album.

Question: I am just getting started scrapbooking, where do I find ideas and order products?  I have looked at a few sites but, wondered if you could give me some more ideas.  Right now I am looking at doing our vacation to DisneyLand.  Sarah U., Grand Rapids, MI

Answer: There are some great sites by the Biggies (family term) and then there are some just plain Great sites and products!  Below are some great sites and resources, and by the side of some of the links, I have included some info.  Have fun Creating Memories!!
Albums & Answers - Great place to buy a kit to assemble (or not) and then put pics into for wedding albums, brag books, shower gifts, birthdays, holidays and many other events.

Scrap Your Trip - Is one of the best places for one stop shopping for the embellishments and papers that you need for any trip you may have taken.

Scrapbook.com
ScrapJazz.com

ScrapbookSuperCenter - I love Provo Craft items, and this is one of the best places to find their stuff online.
There are many other places to find the supplies you want and need, and I will update this, but feel free to ask for more information. If you have the time, its also good to join a forum and ask the girls in the membership what they think also.

Question: I am a traditional scrapbooker, but have thought that it would be helpful to use some digital scrapbooking for my layouts and for cards.  I have seen a lot of software at scrapbooking shows, but, I don't know which one is best.  Is there a place to find out which is best?  Robyn M., Salinas, CA

Answer: Robyn, I have purchased digital scrapbooking software at shows and I have sat through countless presentations and done some research of my own.  What I have found is that buying digital scrapbooking software is the same as buying a computer.  It all depends on what features you are looking for.  If you are wanting to use digital software for adding to traditional layouts, then it might be wise to find a software that is easy enough to learn and that you can use with programs you already have on your computer.  There are a few things to consider before you purchase: Ease of Use, A Variety of Scrapbooking Images, Ability to Import Scrapbooking, Edit Scrapbooking, Share Scrapbooking, and the ability to Organize Scrapbooking Resources.  If you are wanting to learn more about digital scrapbooking as a way of creating your layouts, then it would be wise to sit in on a class from your local scrapbooking store or at the next retreat or expo.  Most of these digital scrapbooking manufacturers have information online that you can read also.  Below are a few links to the digital software programs that I know of and a link to an online review that I found.

Digital Scrapbooking Software Review

Creating Keepsakes Software Programs

Digital Scrapbooking Memories

Hallmark Scrapbook Studio

LumaPix: FotoFusion

Memory Mixer

Photomix

Picaboo

Scrapbook Factory Deluxe

There's a whole community of digital scrapbookers online, and the social networks they belong to vary in style and such.  You can find these social networks by doing a search online and by going to the social networks or communities that you belong to and asking where everyone else where they get their free and paid digital tools and software.