Christmas memories are some of our fondest, most heartwarming ones. So of
course we want to preserve them in our scrapbook albums. However, when the
hustle and bustle of the holiday season is upon us, we may forget to take
particular photos or save certain memorabilia.
To help you remember, below is a list of Christmas memories and keepsakes
you’ll want to capture in your scrapbook album.
Cutting Down the Tree:
For those who get their trees from a tree farm, cutting down the tree
is a favorite Christmas activity. Take pictures of the tree before, during and
after the cutting. Journal about who picked out the tree, where you got the tree
and what the weather was like that day.
Trimming the Tree:
Whether your tree is real or artificial, trimming the tree is a special
event. Take pictures of the tree in various stages of being decorated. Include
people hanging their favorite ornaments, putting on the star or angel, and
posing with the fully decorated and lit tree.
Deck the Halls:
In addition to the tree, you probably have lots of other Christmas decorations
throughout the house. Take photos of the foyer, staircase, dining room or any
other room you’ve spruced up for the holidays. If you have outdoor displays and
lights, remember to take pictures of them, too.
Traditions:
We all have our own Christmas traditions such as baking cookies, going
caroling, or hosting the neighborhood party. Make sure to capture these special
traditions with photos. Keep in mind that journaling is especially important
when it comes to traditions. For example, include your family’s cookie recipe or
some of the words from a favorite Christmas carol. Letters to Santa/Christmas
Lists If you have children who write Christmas lists and/or letters to Santa,
make copies before mailing them so that they can be preserved in your scrapbook
album. You, your children and your grandchildren will surely enjoy reading those
letters together one day.
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas:
Here are some ideas of what to take pictures of on Christmas Eve: the family
dinner; a gathering of family and friends; everyone dressed in their "Sunday
best" for Christmas Eve mass; stockings hung by the chimney with care;
snack/drink/note left for Santa and his reindeer. If Santa leaves the note
behind, remember to save it for the scrapbook album.
Christmas Morning If you have young children Christmas morning can be
quite chaotic, and it may not be easy to get certain shots. Some to try for are:
the kids coming down the stairs and/or into the room with the tree; the tree
before all the gifts go flying; the full stockings hanging by the fireplace;
everyone with his/her favorite gift; the family breakfast.
Christmas Visiting Whether you’re traveling over the river and through
the woods or hosting at home, it’s hard to get pictures of everyone you’re
celebrating with. Try for a whole group photo (if the group’s not too big) or
break it down into smaller groups: the grandparents with the grandchildren; the
grandparents with their own children; the men/boys; the women/girls; three or
more generations; a photo of each family. Remember to include everyone’s name in
your journaling.
Christmas Card and Newsletter
Particularly if your Christmas card has a picture of your family or children
on it, be sure to put it in your scrapbook album. You may also want to include
any special cards you received
