Scrapbook Supplies: Everything You Need for Beautiful Layouts

Your Guide to Scrapbook Supplies

Great scrapbook pages start with great supplies. Whether you're building your first toolkit or adding to an established stash, this guide covers every category of scrapbooking supplies and what to look for in each. New to the craft? Check out our scrapbooking for beginners guide for a step-by-step introduction.

Paper & Cardstock

Paper is the foundation of every scrapbook page. Here's what you need:

  • Solid cardstock — Heavyweight (65-80 lb) cardstock in a range of colors. This is your background and matting paper. Neutral tones like white, cream, kraft, and black are essentials. Browse our cardstock kits.
  • Patterned paper — Printed papers with designs, textures, and motifs. The best patterned papers come in coordinated collections where every sheet works together. Shop patterned paper kits.
  • Specialty paper — Vellum, acetate, glitter cardstock, and foiled paper add special touches. Use sparingly for maximum impact.

Embellishments

Embellishments are the finishing touches that bring a layout to life. Explore our monthly embellishment kits:

  • Stickers — From puffy alphabet stickers to themed accent stickers, these are the fastest way to decorate a page.
  • Die cuts & ephemera — Pre-cut shapes, labels, and decorative pieces. Layer them, tuck them behind photos, or use them as focal points. Shop ephemera for scrapbooking.
  • Chipboard — Thick, dimensional accents in shapes like stars, hearts, arrows, and letters. Great for adding texture.
  • Washi tape — Decorative tape in endless patterns and colors. Use it for borders, accents, or to attach photos with a casual look.
  • Sequins, gems & enamel dots — Small accents that add sparkle and dimension. A few well-placed dots can elevate an entire layout.

Tools

The right tools make scrapbooking easier and more enjoyable:

  • Paper trimmer — A 12-inch guillotine or rotary trimmer for clean, straight cuts.
  • Scissors — A sharp pair for detailed cutting and trimming around embellishments.
  • Adhesive — Tape runners for flat elements, foam adhesive for dimension, and liquid glue for heavier pieces.
  • Die-cutting machine — Machines like Sizzix or Cricut cut custom shapes from paper, cardstock, and other materials using metal dies.
  • Stamps & ink — Rubber or clear stamps with archival ink create custom sentiments, backgrounds, and decorative elements.

Metal Dies

Metal dies are thin steel templates that cut shapes from paper and cardstock when run through a die-cutting machine. They're reusable, precise, and available in thousands of designs — from simple circles to intricate floral borders.

Dies are essential for scrapbookers who want custom titles, decorative borders, and layered shapes without freehand cutting. We also carry specialized dies for card making.

Stamps

Stamps add sentiments, patterns, and hand-stamped details that give layouts a personal, handmade quality. Clear stamps work with acrylic blocks, while rubber stamps mount on wood. Both pair with dye ink, pigment ink, or embossing ink for different effects.

Organization & Storage

Keeping your supplies organized saves time and keeps your creative space inviting:

  • Paper storage — Vertical paper organizers or 12x12 shelving keep papers visible and accessible.
  • Embellishment storage — Clear containers, tackle boxes, or drawer organizers for small pieces.
  • Die & stamp storage — Magnetic sheets for metal dies and binder sleeves for clear stamps.

How Scrapbook Kit Subscriptions Simplify Supply Shopping

One of the biggest challenges in scrapbooking is choosing supplies that work well together. Colors that clash, patterns that compete, and embellishments that don't match the theme — it's easy to end up with a cart full of supplies that don't coordinate.

Monthly scrapbook kit subscriptions solve this problem by delivering curated, coordinated supplies every month. Each kit is designed by experienced scrapbookers who select papers, cardstock, embellishments, and exclusive items that all work together harmoniously.

At Hip Kit Club, we've been curating monthly kits for over 15 years. Each month's collection includes options for main kits, pocket life kits, patterned paper kits, cardstock kits, and embellishment kits — so you can choose exactly the supplies that match your scrapbooking style.

Ready to get started? Browse our beginner-friendly kits or explore layout ideas for inspiration.

Ready to Start? Choose Your Monthly Kit

Hip Kit Club delivers curated, coordinated scrapbooking supplies every month. Pick the kit that matches your style:

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