What is Hybrid Scrapbooking & Crafting?

Julia Andrus Hybrid ScrapbookingFrom hybrid cars, to hybrid animals, to hybrid scrapbooking, hybrid has become a buzzword we are hearing more and more in our daily lives. Yet, what does it really mean? Let’s consult a dictionary definition.

Hybrid: An object (e.g. car, animal, layout) that is composed of or derived from the elements and components of two different sources.

So when we talk about hybrid scrapbooking and crafting we are talking about taking elements from the traditional three-dimensional process and combining it with components from the two-dimensional world of digital. This means many of us have been hybrid scrapbooking and crafting for years without even knowing. Anytime we have printed off journaling or altered an image with our computers we have been participating in this hybrid process.

With that said, check out our Why Digital Scrapbooking & Crafting? to beef up on your digital knowledge. Then head on over to our How To section, here you will find step-by-step instructions for fabulous projects.

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02/05/2010

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We showed this 11” paper mache (made from recycled paper of course) Bird on a Pedestal at the recent CHA show in California. If you’re looking for something to decorate, this bird is a lot of fun. We gave a class at CHA and everyone made the most wonderful creations!

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