It's been a while...
I know, where have I been? Where does time go? I've actually been putting off a number of things that have needed to happen these last few weeks. As I've been settling down and reorganizing my life, I'm realizing that I don't have enough hours in the day to get everything done. Add a one year old child to that mix that only wants to be around "mom" and you know exactly what I mean. I've also been taking on more tasks to help pass the time and keep my mind preoccupied. Lot's of opportunities have been knocking on my door and I simply can't turn any of them away. Most recently, "Crate Paper" asked me to do some last minute layouts for their booth at CHA. I'm really excited about it, especially after seeing some of the new, upcoming product to be released post CHA (Spring '08). They have a few sneak peaks at their site. I'm going to post a few of them below. These are my faves:
I've been getting an assortment of items in the mail this week. I finally made the decision to go ahead and purchase Photoshop CS3. It's something I've been delaying for quite some time because of the cost. I figure if I purchase it this one time and continue to buy the add-ons as they're released, I won't have to worry about the cost issue anymore. I received it a few days ago and even purchased a few actions to go along with it. So far, it meets all expectations plus some. The engine on Photoshop CS3 is unbelievable. That's what makes it so appealing to me. I started playing around with it when it arrived. Here are a few pics I altered using some of my new actions:
If you want info on the actions, just leave a comment and I'll send you some links. They're a bit tricky to work with cause not one action fits all..you have to tweak'em a bit. I'm still learning, but I think with time, I'll get the hang of it.
I also ordered some new scrapbook product via ScrapGal. Making Memories 5th Avenue Release was irresistible. I didn't get it all, but I purchased bits and pieces. I've left it sitting on my desk cause I don't want to put it away and forget about it (as we all do when we buy new scrapbooking items). Not sure what I'll do with it yet, but it will definitely get used in the next few months.
They started manufacturing these spiral bound mini albums at last CHA. They're releasing a bunch a more. You don't necessarily have to use the entire album as one project. Tear sheets out and use them individually on your layouts. I also like to cut them up into bits and pieces and use them as frames or embellishments. Frame a photo in one of the cut-outs or a label sticker. You could also simply put a sheet of solid color paper behind the page to bring attention to the cut-out. For something more fun, add rhinestones or flowers around the cut-out to bring out it's shape and character. There's a ton of options here. You can also do the same with the larger pieces of die-cut pattern paper from this line.
I also found this really adorable Autumn Leaves Pattern Paper at ScrapGal. I know it was released some time ago, but I missed it. It was part of their "Manhattan" paper line. I love the owls...
Well, it's SuperBowl time and you know what that means (I'm sure some of you ladies have set aside some time to scrapbook while the game is playing and your hubbies are glued to the tv)..usually it translates into "family gathering" time for us. We're heading over to my folks place to hang with the fam and to fill ourselves with food. Num. I have a horrible weakness for food, but that's another topic. Have a great Sunday everybody!
