How to Make a Scrapbook Out of Paper Bags

Recycle paper bags to make a scrapbook.

Recycle your old paper bags into a keepsake scrapbook to display your pictures. For a longer life of the pictures and items, consider inserting each item into a plastic protector sheet. Put your creativity to work and make a themed scrapbook or a seasonal scrapbook. This scrapbook is designed with side pockets for storing more keepsakes, poems or written memories of the individual pages.

Things You'll Need

• Paper bags
• Scissors
• Hole punch
• Ribbon
• Card stock paper
• Glue
• Photos
• Scrapbook embellishments
• Plastic page protectors (optional)

Instructions

1. Cut the bottoms off of the paper bags. Leave the bag folded, lift the bottom and cut straight across. Trim as necessary for a neat edge.

2. Fold each bag in half lengthwise. Stack the bags on top of each other, matching up the folds.

3. Make holes at the fold edge of each bag with the hole punch.

4. String the ribbon through each hole and tie a knot or a bow to secure the album together.

5. Center the card stock paper over the paper bag page, trimming the paper as necessary to fit. Glue it into place.

6. Decorate the pages as desired with photos, stamps or stickers. Glue any other keepsakes into place.

Tips & Warnings

• If covering the pages in plastic protective sheets, use the ribbon on the ready-made holes to secure the scrapbook. There is no need to make holes in the paper bags.

References

• Scrapbook.com: Making your Paper Bag Album Safe
• Home and Garden Television: Scrapbook a Paper Bag Album