- One of the easiest ways to make a mini scrapbook album is simply to purchase a kit that includes a small album, papers and embellishments. You can add your own photos and journaling and have a completed scrapbook in hand in just a few short hours. Depending upon the kit you choose, the album may be quite tiny or a more generous 6 inches by 6 inches. You can purchase mini albums to use with your own scrapbooking supplies as well if you prefer not to make the mini scrapbook albums yourself.
- There are several ways to make your own mini scrapbook albums. You can make bound albums, paper bag albums, accordion albums and even albums using recycled CDs or vintage 45 rpm records. Experiment with historic, unusual or especially interesting bookbinding techniques to keep your mini albums interesting. Make a paper bag album by stacking three or more lunch-sized paper bags, alternating the closed and open ends. Fold, and then punch holes along the folded edge. Add book rings, eyelets, ribbon or fabric ties to bind your book. Decorate as desired, adding tabs and small pages inside each of the pockets created by the open side of the book.
- Once you have an album for your mini scrapbook, use decorative papers and embellishments to create small-scale layouts. Keep in mind that these pages are small and staying relatively simple will focus attention on your photos. Choose photos that work well in a small size or can be cropped to size for your mini scrapbook albums. Do save space for at least some journaling on each page or opt for a theme for your mini scrapbook and include a page for journaling.
- Working within a theme is one of the most effective strategies for a mini scrapbook. Use a small-scale scrapbook to show off vacation memories, share photos of your pet, or focus on a single event. These also work very well as a brag book for grandparents or family members who might want to show off pictures of a new little one in the family. Perhaps you can make mini albums for each birthday or Christmas. You can also give blank mini albums as gifts and then allow the recipients to include their own photos.
