Using free scrapbook paper piecing patterns, any memory book artist can put together an unusual and layered look. This is a technique that anyone can learn and can be fun, like putting together a puzzle. Although you can purchase a variety of commercial patterns, you can also find free scrapbook paper piecing patterns online. Don't be afraid to experiment with different styles. The "Free Scrapbook Paper Piecing Patterns Resources" section below lists some of the best web sites offering free downloads. You can also create your own artistic images using children's coloring books as sources.
First, decide on the image you want to trace. If you are new to this, select a design that doesn't have too many small pieces. If it is not the right size, the graphic can be enlarged or reduced by using a copying machine or scanner, or your favorite graphics program. Second, using transfer paper, a thin paper which has color, usually black or white on one side, trace the different parts of the image onto the appropriate cardstock using a ballpoint pen or an embossing stylus. Be sure to press in the details of your free scrapbook paper piecing patterns. Third, cut out the parts of the image in a variety of papers. Don't forget to try patterend scraps to jazz it up. Finally, move the layered pieces around and glue lightly. Be careful not to press down firmly until all the parts are lined up, since small pieces have a tendency to move. Enjoy the free scrapbook paper piecing patterns you have created and be sure to share your designs with others.