How to Use Raffia on a Scrapbook Page

Raffia is a natural fiber made from palm leaves which have been dried and shredded. Raffia makes a unique accent for a nature based scrapbook page and add a flat but interesting texture. Raffia can be used in a variety of way and comes in an assortment of colors. Use raffia in place of fibers on your scrapbook pages for a bigger impact.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Tag Punch
• Cardstock
• Title Letters
• Brads
• Photo
• Raffia
• Pen
• Glue

1. Mat a photo with an extra large border of 1 inch around the photo.

2. Wrap a piece of raffia around all four sides, taping to the back of the photo mat.

3. Attach four brads in each corner, securing the raffia to the mat.

4. Glue the photo to the scrapbook page.

5. Punch out a tag with a handheld punch.

6. Tie a piece of raffia through the tag hole. Either loop the raffia and leave a jagged edge at the top or finish with a tied bow.

7. Attach the tag to the scrapbook page to use for journaling.

8. Loop a piece of raffia into several loops to make flower petals. Secure with extra large brad as the center.

9. Add flower to the bottom corner of the scrapbook page.

10. Glue a section of raffia flat across the top of the scrapbook page for an interesting texture. Add the title letters on top of the raffia. You can use stickers, rub-ons or a die cut letters.

Tips & Warnings

• Raffia is acid-free and safe to use on scrapbook pages.