How to Make a French Memo Board Scrapbook Page
French memo boards are an elegant way to display images and notes on your wall. They can also be a great way to show off photos and journaling on a scrapbook page. A patterned background paper is highlighted by criss-crossing ribbons and accented by buttons. Small photos can be tucked underneath the ribbons and journaling notes can be tacked on the memo board.
- Difficulty:
- Easy
Instructions
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Choose a piece of 12-inch patterned paper such as a toile, brocade or subtle pattern.
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Cut eight lengths from a color coordinated ribbon.
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Place four lengths of ribbons crossing diagonally on the page.
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Tack down each piece of ribbon, securing near the edge but leaving the center looser.
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Add the next four sections of ribbon, crossing the opposite direction.
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Attach the ribbon down, again securing near the edge.
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Secure the whole page onto a piece of cardstock for stability.
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Glue a small button where the ribbons intersect.
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Tuck photos and notes under the ribbons, using adhesive to adhere them securely to the page.
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Tips & Warnings
Replace buttons with brads or eyelets, if you like.
This same technique can be used as a border on a smaller scale.
If you cannot keep the ribbons straight as you tack them down, trace a guideline with a pencil. The ribbon will cover the line when you glue it down.
