Parents and grandparents alike love to brag about new babies. Instead of pulling out an envelope full of pictures that can be leafed through, create a small scrapbook about the precious little one. A standard 8-inch-by-8-inch scrapbook is large enough to hold many different photos while still being small enough to carry around. It also gives the parents and grandparents a chance to create something lasting that can include mementos such as a lock of hair or hospital band.
Don't limit this to just babies. Keep the tradition going by creating a new book for each year of the child's life. Include special events like his first birthday, his first haircut, or his first time driving a car or riding a bike. All the important milestones can be included in this miniature book.
Let's face it, loose photos get lost and damaged and are not a professional way to present yourself to potential customers. Use the scrapbooking technique to highlight photos of your art work, crafts or hobbies. This book can then be carried with you, and when you are asked about other pieces you create, you have a more professional and artistic way to present your work.
Pets are as much a part of the family as any child. Create a scrapbook about your pet, showing off its best and funniest moments. Include photos of your pet with family members, playing with toys, dressed up for Halloween or sleeping stretched out in funky positions. Any animal lover enjoys showing off pictures of her "babies," and showcasing them in a creative way will make them even more exciting to look at.