RCS -

Frequently Asked Questions

dated February 16th, 2004. Last modified April 20th to reflect the 3 vs. 6 months we normally impose for swaps!

Who are you?
We're a group of scrapbooking women and men who share scrapbooking ideas, pages, and offer help to those that are new and just starting out.

What method of posting is acceptable?
Top posting is most commonly used in our newsgroup but ALL types are acceptable. We ask that no one makes the method of posting a topic of discussion on our newsgroup since we are accepting of top, bottom, and inline posting,.

Are attachments and graphics (binaries) allowed on this group?
No, We would love to have you share your pages, but do not post them to the group. Please set up an account webshots, picturetrail, etc. Then you may post your link to the newsgroup for all to view your pages. Attachments also include stationary.

What about posting advertisements?
Scrapbook related ads are tolerated in RCS provided that they are prefixed by AD and are posted no more than twice a month. Posting ad dates are the first and third Friday of each month.

Off Topic Posts
They are allowed in the group, but please put OT at the front of your post. Anything that is not scrapbook related is Off Topic.

What is a regular poster?
A person who posts on a regular basis for a consecutive three months is considered a regular member.

When can I participate in RCS activities?
We ask that you be a regular poster for 3 months before participating in swaps, Secret Bunny or Santa, Not-So-Secret-Scrapbooking-Friend (NSSSF), etc. It is recommended that you participate in a swap before hosting your own swap. As for having your BIO posted on the RCS website, you will need to be a regular poster for 6 months at which time you can email your info to the webmistress.
These are guidelines formed by regular RCS members and are to be used with discretion. The length of posting required to join a particular activity is determined by the host(ess) and can range from 1 to 6 months or more of regular posting. This allows for a more active and engaged membership.

Who can host a swap?
Before becoming a host of a swap, we ask that after a period of at least 3 months of being a regular poster that you participate in a swap. After you have completed your participation in a swap, then you are welcome to host a swap after being a regular poster for 6 months, if you feel comfortable. Hosting a swap is a big commitment and should not be taken lightly. Feel free to contact previous hosts concerning the duties required for a successful swap. Swaps must be scrapbook related.

Where can i find out more about swaps?
Click here

How do I get my picture added to the web page?
Your webkeeper will post a roll call to the newsgroup every three months. If you have been a regular poster for six months, then you may email your webmaster your bio/picture to be added to the website.

What is the Scrapbox?
It is a box that we have put together with scrapbook items only in it. The host(ess) calls for members of RCS to join, makes a list of participants, and sends the box to the first person on the list. That person will take out what they would like and replace with the same number of items. Click here to find out about the latest round of the U.S. scrapbox!

Why is there a Canadian and American Scrapbox?
We found that it would be easier to have two, in two different countries to avoid customs and postage. Click here to find out about the Canadian Scrapbox.

What is the Embellishment Scrapbox?
It is a box that a host(ess) has put together with scrapbooking embellishments that are initial contribution from each member. The box is sent from person to person, which each person removing and replacing embellishments before sending the box on to the next person on the list.

RCS members that put this FAQS together:
Shelley M
Patty H
Amy S
Dawn G
Marsha B
Maureen R
M-C
Lori K
Sabrina H
Tracy K
Lynette P
Yvonne C
Lynne
Trish I
Caitlin L
Susan S
Tracy K

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last updatedby M-C October 4th, 2004