Do you need new scrapbooking supplies, but don't have the time to shop for them? Let me help you find the items you need, your Personal Shopper for Scrapbook Supplies. For example, are you looking for a new scrapbook album but don't want to go through the thousands of albums out there? Just let me know what you are looking for (theme, colors, style, etc.) and I will hunt around then send you an e-mail with options and prices. You select what you want, pay your invoice and I mail it off to you via USPS Priority Mail and whalaa....your package arrives 2-3 days later. This will save you time and money because my time "hunting" is FREE for you! Plus if you spend over $50 you will get FREE SHIPPING. Additionally, if you are shopping for a gift for someone else I can wrap and mail the gift to the recipient.
If you would like to try out this new service, just shoot me an e-mail at celestial.creations@verizon.net with what you are looking for and I will do all the legwork and e-mail you back with some options.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Whistle Stop Inauguration Train Trip Embellishments
If you attended Present-elect Barack Obama's Whistle Stop Inauguration Train trip and are looking for some train embellishments....look no further. Check out these train embellishments that would be perfect for scrapping your inauguration memories!!
Jolee's Choo-Choo - only 3 left - $2.99 but now on sale for $2.09!
Jolee's Train Trip - only 1 left - $1.99 now on sale for $1.39!
Jolee's Choo-Choo - only 3 left - $2.99 but now on sale for $2.09!
Jolee's Train Trip - only 1 left - $1.99 now on sale for $1.39!
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Saturday, January 17, 2009
Rules of Scrapbooking
Are you a beginner? Was your New Year's Resolution to learn how to Scrapbook? Well, I will go over the Rules of Scrapbooking for you!
Rule#1 - Use Acid-Free and Lignin-Free products - Most scrapbooking supplies will state whether they are acid-free and lignin-free and you should look for products free of acid and lignin. The presence of acid and lignin (a chemical compound that is most likely found in wood) will damage your photographs over time. This is why newspaper clippings turn yellow over time.
How to Break Rule #1 - If something isn't acid-free or lignin-free you need to isolate it from the items on your page. For example, if you ABSOLUTELY HAVE to use the first leaf of Fall (i.e. lignin) in your scrapbook page you can laminate it (if it isn't too dried out) or you could scan it or take a photo and print "the leaf". For newspaper clippings, if you want to use the actual newspaper clipping instead of a copy, you can use Krylon's Make it Acid-Free Spray to make it safe for your scrapbook. Likewise, Tim Holtz's Grungeboard is not acid-free so it needs to be
isolated or coated with something acid-free like ink, acrylic paint, glimmer mist, ect.
Rule #2 - Page Titles - Generally speaking scrapbook pages have a page title. You can think of it as the Headline of a Newspaper - it should grab your attention and give you a teaser about what you are scrapping. Some examples for a New Year's Layout would be "Ringing in 2009", "Partying till it's 2009!" or "Waiting for the Ball to Drop".
Rule #3 - Journaling - Some people think of journaling as a four letter word; however, journaling doesn't need to be a dreaded task. Scrapbooks are a way to preserve memories and without the four W's (Who, What, When & Where) it makes it easy to forget what was going on at the time. There are lots of excuses (I don't like my handwriting, there isn't any room left on the page, and on and on), but there are also lots of solutions. If you don't like your handwriting, try doing it on the computer or writing a little note and hide it behind a photo (hidden journaling). If you absolutely hate to journal try incorporating little bits of info into the layout. You can put the date on an embellishment or write the people's names beneath their photos. Sometimes the title says it all, so you don't really need to journal.
Rule #4 - Rules are meant to be BROKEN! - Remember, this is YOUR scrapbook, your memories and your life. You don't need to go crazy learning every technique under the sun or make pages exactly like the "scrapbook celebrities", just scrap your photos and get your memories preserved. Don't be afraid to try scrapbooking because your layouts won't look like everyone else's - they aren't supposed to!
Rule#1 - Use Acid-Free and Lignin-Free products - Most scrapbooking supplies will state whether they are acid-free and lignin-free and you should look for products free of acid and lignin. The presence of acid and lignin (a chemical compound that is most likely found in wood) will damage your photographs over time. This is why newspaper clippings turn yellow over time.
How to Break Rule #1 - If something isn't acid-free or lignin-free you need to isolate it from the items on your page. For example, if you ABSOLUTELY HAVE to use the first leaf of Fall (i.e. lignin) in your scrapbook page you can laminate it (if it isn't too dried out) or you could scan it or take a photo and print "the leaf". For newspaper clippings, if you want to use the actual newspaper clipping instead of a copy, you can use Krylon's Make it Acid-Free Spray to make it safe for your scrapbook. Likewise, Tim Holtz's Grungeboard is not acid-free so it needs to be
isolated or coated with something acid-free like ink, acrylic paint, glimmer mist, ect.
Rule #2 - Page Titles - Generally speaking scrapbook pages have a page title. You can think of it as the Headline of a Newspaper - it should grab your attention and give you a teaser about what you are scrapping. Some examples for a New Year's Layout would be "Ringing in 2009", "Partying till it's 2009!" or "Waiting for the Ball to Drop".
Rule #3 - Journaling - Some people think of journaling as a four letter word; however, journaling doesn't need to be a dreaded task. Scrapbooks are a way to preserve memories and without the four W's (Who, What, When & Where) it makes it easy to forget what was going on at the time. There are lots of excuses (I don't like my handwriting, there isn't any room left on the page, and on and on), but there are also lots of solutions. If you don't like your handwriting, try doing it on the computer or writing a little note and hide it behind a photo (hidden journaling). If you absolutely hate to journal try incorporating little bits of info into the layout. You can put the date on an embellishment or write the people's names beneath their photos. Sometimes the title says it all, so you don't really need to journal.
Rule #4 - Rules are meant to be BROKEN! - Remember, this is YOUR scrapbook, your memories and your life. You don't need to go crazy learning every technique under the sun or make pages exactly like the "scrapbook celebrities", just scrap your photos and get your memories preserved. Don't be afraid to try scrapbooking because your layouts won't look like everyone else's - they aren't supposed to!
Thursday, December 18, 2008
How to Tie a Bow
This is a great little video on how to tie a bow without using knots! Make sure you watch the whole video...the end is priceless!
How to Tie a Gift Bow from Small Notebook on Vimeo.
How to Tie a Gift Bow from Small Notebook on Vimeo.
Saturday, November 29, 2008
Stampendous Stamps & Shape Shifting
Check out this great YouTube video by Stampendous for a cool technique called Shape Shifting for creating different shapes with your acrylic stamps!
In this video they show you how you can make many different "looks" for the snowman in the Stampendous Jumbo Snowman Stamp Set. You can make fat snowmen, skinny snowmen, melted snowmen and more with this one stamp set!
Here are a couple example Cards that I made:
In this video they show you how you can make many different "looks" for the snowman in the Stampendous Jumbo Snowman Stamp Set. You can make fat snowmen, skinny snowmen, melted snowmen and more with this one stamp set!
Here are a couple example Cards that I made:
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Holiday Photo Tips
It is that time of the year again....photo opportunities abound, families are together and kids are on their best behavior (yeah right!). Listed below are some tips for taking better holiday photos for your scrapbooks.
The Rule of Thirds: Imagine a grid placed on your photo, such as this one below:
According to the Rule of Thirds you would try to place your subject at ONE of the intersecting points shown with a red cross. This creates a well balanced picture that allows the eye to "flow" across the picture.
Backgrounds: Try to keep them uncluttered and plain so they do not distract from the subject.
Try different angles: If you have kids or pets.....get down on their level to take the picture. Try getting the family together then take the picture from a higher position (maybe from the stairs) or vice versa-have them on the stairs.
Candid shots: Take candid shots. You have to be sneaky...but you can get some really good photos when people don't realize you are taking a picture!
Natural Light: Whenever possible use natural light, but not harsh direct light. Some examples of good natural light are diffused light that exists on hazy or cloudy days and indirect light from a window.
The Rule of Thirds: Imagine a grid placed on your photo, such as this one below:
According to the Rule of Thirds you would try to place your subject at ONE of the intersecting points shown with a red cross. This creates a well balanced picture that allows the eye to "flow" across the picture.
Backgrounds: Try to keep them uncluttered and plain so they do not distract from the subject.
Try different angles: If you have kids or pets.....get down on their level to take the picture. Try getting the family together then take the picture from a higher position (maybe from the stairs) or vice versa-have them on the stairs.
Candid shots: Take candid shots. You have to be sneaky...but you can get some really good photos when people don't realize you are taking a picture!
Natural Light: Whenever possible use natural light, but not harsh direct light. Some examples of good natural light are diffused light that exists on hazy or cloudy days and indirect light from a window.
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Gift Ideas for Under $20
Need ideas for teachers, neighbors, or friends but you don't want to bust your budget? Try these great gift ideas for under $20:
- Celestial Scrapbooks - Custom mini photobooks, calendars, mugs, luggage tags and more - (don't forget you get Free Economy Shipping on orders over $30 - use code Ship Me at checkout)
- Mini Albums - These albums come in all shapes and sizes and you can alter them to your taste.
- Scrapbook Page Kits - A variety of colors, patterns and techniques available. These kits have enough goodies to make a 2-page layout and then some!
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