Scrapbooking Ideas

Save 20% on Flowers for Mother's Day

2009-05-04T19:18:00.002-06:00

We just got a deal for i.TV fans -- go to 1-800-flowers.com - use the promo code iTV and save 20% on any order. Great timing for Mother's Day gifts!

Free Scrapbooking Fonts - Limited Time

2009-04-15T12:52:00.003-06:00

I've found some free scrapbooking fonts at scrapnfonts.com to share with you. Hurry to download them, as the offer is limited.
Enjoy!

Scrapbook USA - 2009

2009-03-24T14:49:00.002-06:00

Did any of you attend this year's Scrapbook USA Expo? I wasn't able to get there this year but wondered if it was a) well attended b) if there were new cool things or just the same stuff c) if the industry seems to be flattening out, growing, or shrinking because of the economy and d) if the displays were larger or smaller than last year.

I'm just curious if the scrapbooking industry will end up become stronger during an economic stressful time, or if people will turn more towards creating things by hand. I expect because of the costly nature of scrapbooking, perhaps the digital scrapbook industry will become stronger - as scrapbook elements can be used over and over.

It will be interesting to see - but I'd love your thoughts or feedback - and to hear perspective about the scrapbooking world from anyone who attended the Scrapbook USA Expo (or even those who didn't.)

Scrapbook USA March 20, 2009

2009-03-18T15:27:00.001-06:00

The Original Scrapbook USA would like to invite you to come be a part of the Largest Show in the Nation. Join us on Friday, March 20th from 10am until midnight and Saturday, March 21st from 10am to 6pm at the South Town Expo Center. Admission is only $12 or $10 with a discount coupon. If you want to be the first in the doors at 9am, take advantage of our Early Bird Special for only $20 per day. Happy Scrapbooking!

Quote: Gratitude

2009-02-25T14:03:00.001-07:00

I loved this thought for today: "When you are grateful, fear disappears and abundance appears." (Tony Robbins)

Creating Books with Family Photos

2009-01-13T12:03:00.003-07:00

So my favorite gift I made this Christmas was a photobook for my sister and her family. I took fun photos that I had taken through the years of each of her children, and made a book for them. It was so fun to have the kids open the book and see their own pages. My nephew opened the book and said "Hey, Mom -- it's our pond!" I had taken a photo of the pond in front of their house with the frog prince in the middle and made it the cover of the book.

The book was a huge hit and I loved making it. Now my sister is going to change her scrapbooking and instead of making a bunch of scrapbooks, she is going to gather all of the photos through the years and make a book for each child. They are the perfect size, and the printing quality is incredible - so it makes the scrapbooks feel like an heirloom. The other benefit is that you can easily make additional copies for grandparents or for when your kids get married and move away.

Using Smilebooks.com I downloaded the software, used their easy templates and made a beautiful professional book. It was very easy. The hardest part was choosing which photos I wanted to use.

It took a little bit of time to understand how the templates worked and how to drag and drop the images for a full background, and I wished I could have used the software on my MAC (they've announced that a MAC version will be available very soon). I was a little concerned that the shipping would take long since it prints in Germany - but I actually got the book in less than 10 days and was very pleased.

I really loved the process and especially how much the book was enjoyed. I just checked out the Smilebooks site and it looks like you can get $10 off right now (expires 1/25/09). I highly recommend checking it out. If you're looking for a great gift, or even a way to really enjoy your collection of digital photos (rather than taking all of the time to scrapbook -- which you can do later when you have more time) -- these photo books are beautiful and can be enjoyed by everyone. I can imagine it would be a wonderful gift for a wedding, or a baby's first birthday, or even a way to document your vacations.

Just a recommendation I thought you might want to check out.

Christmas Tree Sale at Walmart

2008-11-10T16:13:00.002-07:00

Great deal on Christmas trees. I wish I would have seen this one before spending $300 on my tree. Just thought I'd share.

7' Douglas Fir Artificial Tree Pre-Lit, Multi-Color Bulbs

Huge Scrapbook Warehouse Sale

2008-11-10T15:45:00.000-07:00

The "We R Memory Keepers"
Annual "Warehouse Sale"
Thursday, November 13th -1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Friday, November 14th - 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 15th - 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

From Drawings, Product give-aways,
Paper by the pound & Fantastic discounts -
You don't want to miss this Sale!!

The Warehouse Sale location is:
631 N. 400 W., SLC. UT 84103

Make sure to calendar the Sandy, Utah
2009 Scrapbook USA Expo dates:
March 20th & 21st, 2009
September 11th & 12th, 2009

David Archuleta's NEW Album! Sneak Peak

2008-11-10T15:35:00.001-07:00

For those of you who love David Archuleta... his new album comes out tomorrow. But you can get a sneak peak on AOL Music -- listen to the full streaming album online today! Very cool.

Simply Mormon

2008-08-10T13:29:00.003-06:00

I wanted to share this great blog about being an LDS / Mormon woman in life today. It's a great place to start sharing thoughts about life and religion in our society. There are many anti-Mormon blogs and misunderstandings about being LDS -- we are somehow thought of as being associated with the Amish or polygamist cults. It's not accurate at all, and I think it's nice to get correct information to the public about what we believe -- as well as share our testimonies of Jesus Christ and his Atonement. I'm very happy to support this blogger in her efforts to share her thoughts and feelings - not just about being a Latter-day Saint - but about being a single mom, about coping and staying on top of things in a life that is filled with so many distractions. She also has a blog about simplifying and organizing which is fantastic.

Finding the Best iPhone, iTouch and iPod Cases

2008-06-20T20:45:00.003-06:00

Hi all -- I have an iTouch, an iPod and just got my new 3G iPhone. I have purchased several cases online -- the silicon type skin to protect my stuff. I love the orange one I found on eBay for my BlackBerry -- but I've bought several variations for my ipod and they are literally horrible. Wasted money. One came and it was so flimsy that the edges bulged off the iTouch -- not even tight and looked dumb.

So the past few days I've been searching all over for a cool looking case. They have some that are pretty sturdy and have good ratings, but they only come in either black, or gray, or some have blue or light pink. Just not my style.

I wanted an orange iphone case, or a purple itouch case, or even a lime green case. Something fun -- but good quality.

Well, I finally found a company that let's me customize my own iphone, ipod, itouch case. I'm getting a light purple with sage green side, and water droplets on the ipod, a red one for my upcoming 3G iphone, and haven't quite decided about my iTouch (since my iPhone will replace that one.) But I love the idea of everyone getting to personalize their own skins -- rather than just having a few standards. Plus, they are cheaper than many of the skins out there.

Anyway -- check it out.

Free Digital Scrapbook Kit

2008-05-06T19:37:00.001-06:00

I just came across another free digital scrapbook kit and thought I'd share it with you. It's really a cute kit.

2008-04-04T12:57:00.000-06:00

Are you ready for the Best Scrapbooking Weekend Ever?
The Original Scrapbook USA Expo
is will be held on Friday, April 18th & Saturday, April 19th

Don't miss out on the Scrapbooking Classes being taught this show! From Darling Page Kits, to Cards, great Mothers Day projects, and even Jewelry classes, you won't want to miss out on Anything! Click Awesome Classes to see all the class details. Sign up today before they fill up!

Free Scrapbooking Events

2008-03-27T20:32:00.001-06:00

Free Digital Scrapbook Classes

Saturday, April 5th, 2008 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in Sandy, UT
Find more information here: http://www.digitalscrapbookmemories.com/takeAClass.asp

One person who attends this event will win a free night’s stay at the Park City Weekend Getaway!! (If the winner has already registered for the event they can get their money back)

Digital Scrapbook Memories Weekend Getaway

April 24-26th 2008 at the gorgeous Park City Marriott!
Generous goodie bags, great classes, and luxurious rooms.

Find more information here: http://www.digitalscrapbookmemories.com/parkCity2008announcement.asp

More New Free Scrapbooking Fonts

2008-03-05T11:21:00.002-07:00

Here are 20 more free scrapbooking fonts. I think they are darling and would be great to use for making cards, scrapbooking, or whatever. Click here for Free scrapbook fonts.

New Free Digital Scrapbooking Kits

2008-02-25T13:43:00.001-07:00

Computer Scrapbook has some new free digital scrapbooking kits I thought I'd share with you. Enjoy!

Darling Scrapbooking Fonts - on Sale $1

2008-02-07T18:48:00.000-07:00

I found some really darling scrapbooking fonts - some for free and others on sale for only $1.00 - until Feb 14th, 2008. My favorites are the Valentine's Day fonts. I especially love the LDJ Flirt Font. Cute for cards, posters, or scrapbook pages. Enjoy!

Submit Scrapbooking Ideas

2008-01-04T11:25:00.000-07:00

Paper Crafts Magazine is asking for submissions. Here are the details:

Paper Crafts magazine is looking for fresh, fun, paper-based projects that are innovative and in sync with today's trends. We're interested in a variety of items including but not limited to: handmade greeting cards; journal covers; gifts and home accents such as boxes, frames, wall art, shadow boxes, paper jewelry, and decoupaged items; party invitations and decor. We're looking for all kinds of embellishments and techniques such as stamping, embossing (dry, wet, metal and UTEE), watercoloring, pop-up and interactive designs, cast and handmade paper, shaker boxes, beading, sewing on paper, wire, the sky's the limit!

If you have an original project that has never been published and is copyright free (that does not use someone else's pattern or other intellectual property), consider submitting it for publication.

Just thought you might want to see your stuff in print! Good luck.

Thought for Today - Norman Vincent Peale

2008-01-03T22:58:00.003-07:00

Thought for the Day: "It's always too early to quit." -- Norman Vincent Peale

Free Journaling Templates and Digital Scrapbook Kit

2008-01-03T17:18:00.000-07:00

I just came across these free journaling templates from Creative Keepsakes -- where you can create text/journaling in specific shapes for your scrapbook pages. Plus, there is a beautiful free digitial scrapbook kit called Eternal Love. Very cute. Just wanted to share -- and wish you all a very Happy New Year.

Free Digital Scrapbook Kits

2007-12-27T18:38:00.001-07:00

Here is a great free digital scrapbook kit from Computer Scrapbook. Just thought I'd share it with you. Enjoy! Happy Holidays!

Scrapbook Calendars

2007-12-20T21:03:00.000-07:00

I love this idea -- creating a calendar with all of my photos from the previous year. I've always done a family calendar -- but with Shutterfly it's so easy -- just upload the photos -- use one of their templates -- add some special dates in -- and you're ready to go. It is going to save me tons of money and time this year! Very cool.

Cutest Video Ever!

2007-11-23T16:09:00.000-07:00

Okay -- So this is the cutest thing ever.
If you want to have a big smile on your face -- take a few minutes to watch Sabrina -- a little 3 year old girl sing the Battle Hymn of the Republic.
Just a happy thought to share with you today!
Enjoy!
RO

Free Scrapbooking Font

2007-07-31T20:35:00.000-06:00

Hi all -- just came across a new free scrapbooking font I thought you might like. It's really cute, and it's FREE! :-) Click on the link above to take you to the download page at Creating Keepsakes.

Love to Read?

2007-07-21T22:55:00.000-06:00

If you love to read -- like I do -- check out my new Amazon.com bookstore. I'm getting ready to move -- and have hundreds of brand new books (or barely used books) that I'm trying to sell before I move. I have lots of LDS books, self-help or self-improvement books, business books, and much more.

I really hate to get rid of books, but I have way too many to move and I'm never going to read them all -- so I decided finally to simplify my life and give others a great deal on great books. :-)