Today's Tip

For a smart border, print out the names of the people who appeared on the layout onto that strip of border.

Today's Tip

Add a strip of white acrylic paint to your background paper and then add your title on that painted strip. You can handwrite, add letter stickers or apply rub-ons.

Today's Tip

Creating a layout on your kid? Why not let her journal in her handwriting and add that to your layout? It enhances the theme and gives off a very strong child-like charm to your page.

Had More Craft Time Yesterday

Spent a good productive day with my cousin.  We worked on some great gifts (here's a sample of one)

and got some shopping done, too.

What a GREAT day!

Today's Tip

Apply rub-ons titles or captions directly on your photos to add instant interest. It's also a great idea if you're running short of space to add your title.

Today's Tip

If you have a layout that touches on a painful moment, you can rip a line down your photo. A black background that shows through the ripped line will intensify the look.

Today's Tip

Add a different look to your layout by using vertical orientation of your journaling and title once in a while. It helps to add variety to your pages.

CONGRATS to my Sister and her Family

CONGRATS to my Sister and her Family who added a beautiful baby boy, Cameron Stephen, 3 lbs. 12 oz., AND a gorgeous baby girl, Jane Oliva, 4 lbs. 3 oz., to their family today.

Hugs and Love to the entire family!  Love you all!!

Whatcha been up to?

I've been working on a few Christmas Gifts (so I can't show you on here.... yet.  I'll take pictures and post later).  What have you been up to?

Today's Tip

Want to direct the eye of your readers? You can use little arrows or one big arrow cut out from cardstock (just cut a "v" shape) to direct your reader's eyes from the photo to your journaling.