What's Your Guilty Pleasure?

Do you have a guilty pleasure? That's what ScrapTiffany asked the design team recently and here's mine...

Guilty! - Digital Scrapbook Collage Made with Picasa

I am so guilty of having a sweet tooth, especially when it comes in chocolate form. It's not so much cookies (which I am guilty of eating an entire box in one day), but it's anything chocolatey. If I had to choose my last meal, it would be a super-duper, rich, double-fudge, sinfully delicious, chocolate cake that's almost like a chocolate fudge cheesecake. Can you picture it? Can you taste it? That's what I'm talkin' about!

Is that too much chocolate for you?

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A Scrapbooker's Christmas Wish List

Dear Santa,

With Christmas just around the corner, I'm sure you and your elves have been busy making gifts for the children of the world. I bet you've checked your list a couple times and by now, you would have seen that I made the list of good boys and girls (I hope). To make your gift giving easier this year, I've put together a list of things (with photos like I did when I was little) that I wish to open on Christmas morning.

1. Bamboo Craft Tablet by Wacom: I will always be a traditional scrapbooker at heart, but there is something about digital scrapbooking and photo editing that gets me excited. I am finally to the point where I don't fear digital scrapbooking and when I saw the Bamboo Craft Tablet, I knew it would help me make the transition into the digital realm. You know what's even cooler? It comes with Adobe Photoshop Elements 7.0, Corel Painter Essentials 4.0 and an offer from Shutterfly for a free scrapbook! Wacom's Bamboo Craft Tablet is my ultimate wish list item and if I only receive this, I'll be a very happy gal.

 

2. Papermaking Kit by Arnold Grummer: As I expand my scrapbooking skills, why not try to make paper too? I've been saving my paper scraps for years, wishing that I  could open a papermaking kit on Christmas morning, but have been repeatedly disappointed...maybe this will be the year (hint hint, Santa).

3. Cinch Book Binding Tool by We R Memory Keepers: Since I'm hoping to make my own handmade paper, I should also be able to turn the paper into scrapbooks with a nifty book binder. I have plenty of cardboard just waiting for a tool that can easily punch holes and cinch wires...and I will share it with my girls so they can make their own books too.

4. Polaroid PoGo Instant Mobile Printer: I take a lot of photos from my cell phone and use them in my scrapbooks. It is such a pain and time-consuming task to send or download and upload all of my pics. Why not make it easier with a little device that hooks up to my phone and prints 2x3 photos?!? (And guess what? It works with my digital camera too!)

5. Simple Times: Crafts for Poor People: I'm crafty and poor so this book by Amy Sedaris is right up my alley. After reading the book review on Craft Ideas Weekly, "Simple Times" will definitely be a nice break from scrapbooking (and experimenting with digital scrapbooking) and maybe I will learn a thing or two.

6. Copic Markers: I first heard of Copic Markers on Twitter and ignored the first few tweets, but as I began to see more and more artsy people talk about them, the markers sparked my interest. I love to doodle on my scrapbook pages and these Copic Markers are bright, bold and can be used to add watercolor effects. Fun stuff, huh?

 

So, Santa, what do you think? Have I been a good enough girl this year to receive what I want for Christmas? I can't wait to see what you'll bring me!

Thanks,
Danielle

P.S. I'll be sure to leave you cookies and milk. Just look for the holiday chalkboard and you'll find the special treats!

In case you lose my list, you can see it on my blog, Snap.Scrap.Blog.Tweet. Thanks for looking!

The Retweetables: 10 Tweets & "The Scrapbooking Song"

Each week I do a little #Retweetable post about the crafty tweets I like on Twitter. Thinking about Twitter, I wondered if there was a Twitter song and YES, there are many. Then thinking about Twitter songs, I wondered if there was a scrapbooking song and YES, there are a few. Here's a REALLY funny one I found on Youtube:

And now, say hello to this week's #Retweetable scrappers:

Journaling:

1. @lainehmann: Storytelling in #scrapbooking: it involves More Than Words! http://ping.fm/DjXCO #scrap #digi #load

2. @KristinRutten: #Scrapbook Journaling Tip: Incorporate your "real life" journaling into your scrapbooks. Think memo board, sticky notes, Tweets...

News:

3. @CraftandHobby: BIG CHANGES WITH CHA WINTER SHOW: In a press release issued today, CHA announced several big change... http://bit.ly/dtH6sbf

4. @ScrapHD: Craft Retail Chain Michaels Buys Digital Scrapbooking Startup ScrapHD http://t.co/tcVKh7H via @techcrunch @michaelsstores @scraphd

 Digital Scrapbooking:

5. @GetItScrapped: Fun polaroid-style photo template http://bit.ly/baFExm #scrapbook #photography

6. @lynning: RT @sbg_studiogirls: First Ever Open Digital Designer Call at Scrapbookgraphics http://t.co/xrVn4wK Please RT and spread the word!...

7. @KelleighRatz: reading @nicoleseiter 's blog post abt becoming a #digiscrap designer too! http://trunc.it/b6l7q

And Three More:

8. @loadofscrap: From the Load of Scrap Blog Archives: Dude Crops Like a Lady http://bit.ly/9H453S #scrapbooking #scrapbook

9. @scrapbookcom: HAHA! We can all relate ... 'Losing My Mind' Layout - so Funny and Cute! http://ow.ly/2yChi

10. @ScrapGirls: Getting Started in Family Geneology - a step-by-step checklist: http://bit.ly/a5omLi (printable PDF)

Thanks for stopping by ScrappinMemories4U.com! Be sure to follow @OhioDanielle on Twitter to stay informed on future #Retweetable posts. 

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Can I call myself a digiscrapper?

I finally did it! This is my first digital scrapbook page and I created for free on Scrapblog (@Scrapblog). I have always wanted to try digital scrapbooking and randomly decided to do it one day after seeing this tweet from Crafting A Green World (@CAGW):

@CAGW: Have you entered to win yet? http://bit.ly/bRgmUC

I went to Scrapblog.com, browsed the products, added the free items to my tray, uploaded one of my photos and created the layout above...in 15 minutes! I tweeted about it, showed my family and felt proud about my little accomplishment.

In order to enter the contest to win a Scrapblog Keepsake Book, I had to leave a comment with the page link on Crafting A Green World's blog. And guess what?!? There is still time for you to enter!

So...GO NOW! Make a layout on Scrapblog, publish it and share the link on CAGW's blog.

And if you liked the butterfly photo, see more like it on my Flickr page. My daughters and I raised and released Painted Lady Butterflies this summer and I documented the entire process with my camera.

 

The Retweetables: 20 tweets that lead to National Scrapbooking Day fun

There is no time to be bored with National Scrapbooking Day (NSD or iNSD) just around the corner. This Saturday, May 1, scrapbookers will be busy playing with photos, paper and digital elements to celebrate their love of scrapbooking. It is also the first day of May's Layout A Day (LOAD), so I will be crafting my first layout of the month.

Check out some of the fun scrapbooking activities, sales, events and more taking place over the next few days:

1.@CraftandHobby: CraftandHobby: Getting Your Scrap On For National Scrapbooking Day…: These days it seems like every one is scrapbo... http://bit.ly/dtODt

2.@NancyNally: Things To Do On National Scrapbook Day http://dlvr.it/gQhK

3.@scraplovers: We are having a MEGA National Scrapbooking Day Sale - save on just about everything! Even new stuff is 30% http://www.scraplovers.com

4.@CraftsToFavor: Saturday is national scrapbooking day, check in with us to win prizes and take advantage of great discounts! http://www.craftstofavor.com

5.@GlueArts: Celebrate National Scrapbooking Day with some great deals from GlueArts! Now until Friday at midnight (EST), you... http://bit.ly/dvbRzl

6.@spottedcanary: Saturday is National Scrapbooking Day, take a peek at lots of imaginative ideas on http://www.spottedcanary.com!!

7.@DoubleDNews: National #Scrapbooking Day Celebration at DesignerDigitals. http://tinyurl.com/29cqhdh - #digiscrap #scrapbook #scrap

8.@KelleighRatz: #digiscrap friends! @jenniferwilson of Simple Scrapper has a fun iNSD planner so you don't miss any sales! SO cool! http://trunc.it/7kugy

9.@eksuccessbrands: Check out the Brand Buzz Blog about National Scrapbooking Day this Saturday! http://tinyurl.com/25dnms3

10.@Consumer_Crafts: (free shipping code & giveaway!) Come to "National Scrapbooking Day!" Saturday, May 1 from 12:05 am to 11:55 pm. . http://bit.ly/c6RZkX

11.@noellhyman: I asked my fave companies to sponsor our #iNSD. Sponsors are: Ali Edwards, My Mind's Eye, Prima, Big Picture Scrapbooking, Scrapbook.com!

12.@kimemories: KI is giving away something on NSD....something BIG!!

13.@CKeditorial: wants to know: what are your plans for National Scrapbooking Day? http://fb.me/yynEiEXU

14.@UnKit: unKit live! next week for Natl Scrapbook Day, Amazing Products and Fantastic Finds. #scrapbook (http://www.unkit.com)

15.@LogYourMemory: Today on our Blog: Planning for a Great NSD! http://goo.gl/fb/I3RRz

16.@Fiskateers: We have WAY more than 148 characters worth of fun planned for National Scrapbooking Day- check the blog for deets! ~Angela 009 (http://www.fiskateers.com/blog/2010/04/26/12708)

17.@scrappinmichele: Get Organized, Make Time & Challenge for (Inter) National Scrapbooking Day (iNSD) http://bit.ly/a6DfaZ

18.@sassyscrappin: Simply Fresh Arts: National Scrapbooking Day Event: National Scrapbooking Day. is. Saturday May 1st. Join. Simply ... http://bit.ly/dejqY8

19.@scrapbooktrends: New blog post: National Scrapbooking Day countdown http://bit.ly/cJnTHL

20.@myheroarts: National Scrapbooking Day is Saturday, May 1. You'll want to have your photos ready, we have special plans!

11 ways to be an eco-friendly scrapbooker

How can scrapbookers be eco-friendly and consume massive amounts of paper? The arts and crafts industry has begun to take steps toward greener scrapbooking options by offering supplies using recycled and sustainable resources. Scrapbookers now have choices to allow room for eco-friendly crafting. Here are eleven simple ways to become a green, eco-friendly scrapbooker:

1. Save paper scraps.
2. Decorate scrapbook pages with gifts.
3. Keep layouts warm with old clothes.
4. Dig into the recycling bin.
5. Shop at green craft companies.
6. Stock up on recycled paper.
7. Add recycled plastic to scrapbooks.
8. Stick things together with eco-friendly glue.
9. Use non-traditional scrapbook albums.
10. Create a recycled craft space.
11. Become a digital scrapbooker.

Read the entire article, Green scrapbooking: Ways to be an eco-friendly scrapbooker, here.

The Retweetables: Inspired to scrap, April 9-15, 2010

All I have to say for this week's #retweetable scrapbook tweeters is WOW! There is great information below and you will definitely feel inspired to create and scrapbook.

1. @EllaPublishing: New Ella post: Blog inspired layouts http://tinyurl.com/y7rtt4e

2. @Archivers: Graduation and scrapbooking--they go hand in hand! Read Molly's story on our blog: http://bit.ly/cUkKOb

3. @DaisyTrail: Love it! RT @myfrugalicious: Saving Money by Digital Scrapbooking http://goo.gl/fb/J9rJa Misty, have your mom check out http://ow.ly/1yxXl

4. @sarahndipitous: If Photoshop brushes could paint my walls oh what fun could be had :)

5. @aliedwards: The Basics of Documenting A Week In Your Life http://bit.ly/d7ZMeu

6. @scrapscene: New designer announcements: http://bit.ly/cCO7Kl

7. @scrapscene: Scrapbook rooms & studio ideas: http://bit.ly/cqJxPr

8. @wendysmedley: feeling pretty proud of myself for this guest blog spot, http://www.aliedwards.com/2010/04/spring-cleaning-guest-post-wendy-smedley.html

9. @krystieboh: Top 5 Scrapbooking Tips ; http://tinyurl.com/5-bestTips #photos #scrapbooking #papercrafts

10. @liztamanaha: RT @oscraps: Thanks for the follow everyone! New to twitter? Here's a great intro article by @ktscrapbooklady @dailydigi http://bit.ly/asPaQJ

Did you miss last week's #Retweetable Recap? Check it out HERE!

P.S. I'm starting to feel the digiscrap bug creeping up...a digital scrapbook in my future? I've been flooded with digital scrapbooking information and the more I learn, the less scared I am to actually try to do it.