Where do I start?

I was in Boston on a mini vacation this week, and everywhere I went there was a stationary/paper store! I've become inspired to try to start scrapbooking.

So now what? I have 8 million photos from college sitting in a box in my apartment, getting ruined, I'm sure.

Any suggestions?

The only SB store I know of in Nassau is in Levittown.

Does anyone else know where to start SB'ing in Nassau?

I know I'm repeating myself, I'm sorry, lol. The Westbury Michaels has great scrapping classes. I've taken a few, including the beginners class. If you're going to take one, sign up ASAP because they fill up. I've been shut out and had to wait.
I should tell the teacher that I've been pushing her classes and maybe she'll give me a kickback, lol!!

Michael's has evening beginning classes. CHeck their site for dates & times.

The Scrapbook Chalet in cold spring harbor has classes as well. www.scrapbookchalet.com

If you know anyone having a creative memories party, or if you want have one yourself. The consultant gives a class at the party.

One of my friends is organizing a crop day on January 31, 2004 in Baldwin. It is being co-organized by a creative memories consultant that will be offering classes and demonstrations.

Or there's the learn as you go method - check out sites like
www.lifetimemoments.com
www.scrapjazz.com

with galleries and message boards that may give some ideas of how to get started.

Two magazines that IMO are good for beginners are Paper Kuts and Simple Scrapbooks.

Have fun! It's a great hobby!!

Nora, Levittown is two mintues from me - I live on the eastern edge of East Meadow. Where is the store in Levittown?

Wife2b and Christine - I'm going to take your Michael's advice, too.

Thanks everyone!