OT: cardboard boxes????

I would be concerned about the acid free issue. You could purchase one of those pens that can be used to test for acid to see if thigs are safe. I myself would not take the chance. I get a lot of my cardboard pieces from an LSS as there is always a 12x12 piece with every pack of paper. I also safe them from any packs I purchase. You can also buy chipboard on ebay if you can't find any elsewhere. Hope that helps, Sandy

I agree with Sandy. I would definately be concerned about whether or not the cardboard is acid free or not. I found this on a website

"Chipboard Aka book board, I can only describe it as thick card board like the stuff your cereal boxes are made of but thicker. You can totally use your cereal boxes (although they're not acid free) to make your mini album. It may be a little flimsy but you can get away with it if the album is small enough otherwise go for something a little thicker. You can find good quality chipboard that is thicker at all good craft stores and scrapbooking stores."

HTH!