Scrapbook Grommets
From LoveToKnow Scrapbooking
If you’re in search of an easy way to perk up your next layout, scrapbook grommets may be just the solution you’ve been looking for. According to Creating Keepsakes, Simple Scrapbooks, and Scrapbooks Etc., grommets are one of today’s hottest trends for scrapbooking embellishments.
About Scrapbook Grommets
Traditionally, grommets were used to reinforce the holes in shoes and other apparel items. However, grommets have now become a phenomenally popular scrapbooking embellishment. Experienced scrapbookers who have been using eyelets on their pages for years are turning to grommets to create fresh designs, while beginning scrapbookers love grommets for their dramatic appeal. Scrapbookers who enjoy cardmaking and creating altered art items will find grommets to be valuable for these types of projects as well.
Grommets used in scrapbooking projects should be archival-safe and made from a non-rusting metal. You can purchase scrapbook grommets in basic silver, gold, copper, and pewter, as well as fun colors like pink, lavender, baby blue, and mint green. Simple round grommets add a modern touch to your layouts, while floral scrapbooking grommets make lovely accents for feminine projects. You can also find grommets in seasonally-inspired shapes that are suitable for use on holiday scrapbooking projects.
Making Memories Grommet Tool
If you’re interested in using scrapbook grommets on your layouts, the Making Memories grommet tool is a wise investment. This six-piece set contains hole punches and setters that can be used for both large and small grommets. A self-healing mat, double-sided setting base, storage tin, and package of 12 grommets are also included. Retail price for the Making Memories grommet tool is $19.99.
If you’re having trouble finding the Making Memories grommet tool kit or grommet refill packages at your local scrapbook store, you can purchase these items online from the following websites:
Using the Making Memories grommet tool to set grommets is similar to setting eyelets on your layouts. However, it’s very important to have a hard work surface. A sturdy counter or floor is ideal; don’t try to use this tool on a flimsy card table. If you’re having trouble applying enough pressure to get the grommet to set properly, try standing up while punching the hole.
Grommet Project Ideas
Although learning how to use a grommet tool can require a bit of practice, scrapbooking grommets are surprisingly versatile page embellishments. For example:
- Use large scrapbook grommets as mini frames for cropped photos.
- Use grommets as a substitute for the letter “O” in your page titles.
- Substitute scrapbook grommets for bullets in journaling lists.
- Center smaller stickers inside grommets to create an eye-catching page accent.
- Create a hip border by adding several randomly placed grommets to the bottom of your layout.
- Group grommets together to create unique corners for your focal point photo.
- Add grommets to the center of silk flowers for a whimsical page accent.
- Use round grommets and string to create a fun balloon bouquet accent for a birthday themed layout.
- Scrapbooking grommets can be used to mimic the look of bubbles on a bath time layout for your child’s scrapbook.
- Add shiny silver grommet wheels to a paper piecing of a car to create a uniquely masculine page accent.
- Create an interactive mini-book for your layout and use scrapbooking grommets to reinforce the holes in the closure.
- Use grommets to adhere vellum, transparencies, and specialty scrapbook papers to your pages.
- Thread ribbon or fibers through the holes in your grommets for a one-of-a-kind look.
- Use grommets to add a touch of dimension to your digital scrapbook layouts.
For more great ways to use scrapbook grommets, check out the following links:
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