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Post by justcindy on Sept 2, 2023 0:40:57 GMT
Just give up on a page?
I’m so frustrated. I have a 4x6 that I want to tell a story about, and want it kinda special. I picked out a sketch and went to town. Kinda screwed up a part, but just went with it and one thing led to another, and now I’m close to 2 HOURS IN….and I now hate it. 😣 It is really similar to the sketch, but comparatively, it just looks so out of proportion now, I don’t like it. I’ll keep the stupid page and try to salvage it but I’m just so over this sketch I want to pick something else for this photo and story. Buuuuut I’m now out of scrapping time for the day. Uggghhhhhh
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Post by justcindy on Aug 28, 2023 17:52:19 GMT
So, I just received my #acmaincharacterenergy order…..
And Imma need MOAR.
This may be my favorite Shimelle collection, ever. May even top Starshine, because the die cuts and stickers are a bit more useful for me (but the floral in starshine…and the reds and navy, and coral, and and..)
But y’all, this is such a happy, versatile collection of colors and patterns and I freaking love it!!! There’s THREE floral papers that I’ve already fussy cut, because they just NEEDED TO BE. So now I need to order more to use as actual paper, ha!
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Post by justcindy on Aug 10, 2023 21:38:43 GMT
My pet peeve is that they use the same die molds for every collection, so the diecuts/ephemera/tags etc. are always the same shapes for every collection and most of them are too small for me. This annoys me to no end…I realize that tags are all rectangle/square, but that’s a classic, workable shape that you can customize if you want, but come ON with the scalloped edges and exact same shapes in every collection.
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Post by justcindy on Aug 10, 2023 21:36:24 GMT
I also find it annoying that a company will chart $4.99 for a pack of tags/journaling pieces, but many Simple Stories collections include a 12x12 page of tags for the cost of a sheet of paper, and collections like Vicky B and Shimelle include a cut aparts sheet that easily equates to a "pack" of ephemera... Ephemera packs should be generally icons that would require fancy cutting - even just stars, hearts, flowers - but less of simple tags, journaling squares and word strips that I would happily cut out of a sheet of pp. DUDE!!!! RIGHT!??
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Post by justcindy on Aug 10, 2023 21:35:06 GMT
These layouts are killing me!!! They are so creative and cute! I can’t wait for my order to arrive.
I have enjoyed using most things from every collection Shimelle has designed. Her colors are definitely bright and busy, so what works for me is to mix her papers in with tamer papers and then I can love and enjoy them. To use only one collection for all the paper/embellishments is a bit much for me, for pretty much ANY collection, but with some of Shimelle’s designs, a little can go a long way in making an impact!
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Post by justcindy on Aug 8, 2023 0:58:29 GMT
It doesn't appear world globe dies are popular anymore, since most have been discontinued. I have a QK world globe die (pictured in the lower right HERE - not my listing, just an image from a Google search) bought on clearance at Tuesday Morning a few years ago. If you're searching for a snow globe die, many of the cardmaking companies have their own version (e.g. Hero Arts, Altenew, Lawn Fawn, Sweet Pea Designs). HTH. Oh my goodness, that’s exactly what I’m looking for!! I have a snow globe die, and I’ve been looking for the globe with the frame/stand around it. Hopefully I can snag one. Thanks to everyone who took the time to help me out!
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Post by justcindy on Aug 6, 2023 21:49:01 GMT
Can anyone point me in the direction of a fair sized globe die? Shimelle had one years ago, but I didn’t buy it, as I didn’t have a die cutter at the time. I’ve been searching and haven’t come across any.
Thanks!
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Post by justcindy on Aug 6, 2023 19:30:35 GMT
…that their “ephemera pack” and their “ephemera pack-cards and tags” are the same flipping thing!??😝😂
To me anyway, it just seems like it’s more of the same in another pack. I tend to think “ephemera packs” should lean more towards the icons in the collection: globes, taxis, a house, a pair of flip flops, a pinwheel, etc something that’s repeated from the paper or theme. Not just more tags with sayings!
Ok. Rant over, carry on!
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Post by justcindy on Aug 6, 2023 16:41:03 GMT
ScrapbookMyLife , you should have a thicker line! Wonder if you sent a list like this to someone like Shimelle or Vicki Boutin if they would use some of these. The words are for whomever wants to use them. I keep a list, and reference it to make my own words and sayings from alphabet stockers and chipboard. Soooo, full disclosure…I have a problem coming up with titles, and I totally took a screen shot of your post! I’d freaking love for you to share the list you mentioned…I love your creativity and style!😎
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Post by justcindy on Aug 6, 2023 16:34:58 GMT
Reading through this thread and agreeing with every post!
But something just now occurred to me…those of us that hang out on a scrapbooking message board are obviously really into scrapbooking, and have a little different way of approaching titles and projects than say, a “casual” or beginner scrapbooker, you know? I wonder if those phrases and titles that annoy us ( and OH, how some of them irritate me!😂) are included for them, with the thought that those of us with more experience and/or imagination in this craft will come up with our own ideas and such.
Not to poop on casual or beginner scrapbookers at all, but I figure these phrases that annoy us are included as “training wheels” or something until their own unique creativity kicks in.
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Post by justcindy on Jun 26, 2023 19:14:14 GMT
The journaling idea is awesome, thank you! I’m definitely going to try that!
And I like the funcle idea, lol!!
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Post by justcindy on Jun 26, 2023 18:49:00 GMT
Does anyone else struggle with titles? I can manage the obvious ones that go with certain events/locations/days etc, but I Hoover at the simple everyday photos that I just like and want in my scrapbook.
Right now I’m working on a single photo of my adult son and his 2 yo nephew playing together in our back yard. Honestly I don’t even remember if it was summer or spring or winter for that matter, because, Texas.😝
What are some titles y’all use or ideas for those just nice pictures with no real “theme” or whatever?
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Post by justcindy on Jun 1, 2023 17:55:29 GMT
The book club collection reminds me of October Afternoon💖💖
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Post by justcindy on Jun 1, 2023 17:54:02 GMT
I love the theme of Book Club, but I would have preferred a brighter color scheme, not the vintage look. As always, thanks for posting PaperAngel. Your posts are the only way I can stay up to date with new releases. Same! Thank you, paperangel! I’m excited about the book line…I have photos of my grandson and I at his first school book fair! Perfect!
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Post by justcindy on Jun 1, 2023 17:38:57 GMT
Thanks for sharing your pretty pages sarahsprettypapers! I have yet to log into the sticker class...hoping to find time this weekend. Papergoddess, the sticker classes are great, I’ve really enjoyed the ideas and can’t wait to try them!
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Post by justcindy on Jun 1, 2023 17:32:02 GMT
I'm seeing to-be-fussy-cut elements showing up rather than everything already being die cut I’ve noticed this as well…I wonder if they would work with the silhouette scan and cut? They’re cute but I know I’m not up for THAT much fussy cutting!!
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Post by justcindy on Jun 1, 2023 17:30:37 GMT
I have noticed bigger photographs. Instead of a 4 x 6...... use a 5 x 7 and a couple-few small photos (wallet size). I like the look of this. I am going to try it. I am envisioning...a 5 x 7 on one side of a page, all the way to the edge.......then few wallet size layered on or adjacent to, the other edge of the 5 x 7, an alphabet title across the top (or bottom). Of course, what I envision.... doesn't always turn out, but it will be fun trying it and figuring it out. Ooooh I really like this idea! Thanks for the explanation!!
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Post by justcindy on May 29, 2023 3:37:14 GMT
everything is in stock in houston, tx. it took a while. Dang!! The closest Joann to me is in Webster and they have yet to have any more than at most half the papers and about 1/3 of the embellishments. Which one do you go to?
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Post by justcindy on May 26, 2023 3:05:47 GMT
Does anyone’s Joann have complete collections yet? I’ve been checking mine out weekly for the past month and there’s only a handful of papers from each collection and not many embellishments at all.
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Post by justcindy on May 26, 2023 1:25:15 GMT
Going through my stash to find some blue paper to go with a multicolor floral print. I store all my non- project/collection paper by color.
Grabbed my “blue/aqua” container and well dang! I don’t have any “normal” blues…just a gazillion papers with bluish greens and pretty pale aquas and flat out turquoise. These aren’t card stock, it’s mostly “b-side” prints. I know I adore those shades, my guest room and bathroom (and pantry!) are painted these colors.
Either I use way more real blue than I realized, or I need to check myself before purchasing a single more sheet in this range!🫣
Have you noticed any holes in your stash? What are they?
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Post by justcindy on Apr 12, 2023 17:45:36 GMT
Y’all. Are. AWESOME!!!!!!
Thank you so very much!!! I’ll try to post a layout or two with all the goodies y’all helped me find!
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Post by justcindy on Apr 8, 2023 1:26:55 GMT
Oh cool, I’ll check it out, thank you!
A little pink is no problem, I’m just hoping to find something that includes some red and orange and aqua!
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Post by justcindy on Apr 7, 2023 22:51:40 GMT
Hello!
I have a gazillion photos of my grandson and I playing in his little kitchen. Looking for some themed papers and embellishments that aren’t so heavy on the Easter/Spring colors: all the pinks, yellows, lavenders, etc. It’s not that l’m opposed to using any of those colors on a “boy” page, it’s just that it will clash! 😂 he has a red/white checked apron on and his pans and utensils are more reds, aqua, silver, etc.
Can y’all recommend any lines I could check out to see if they’ll bring out the best in these photos?
Thanks so much!
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Post by justcindy on Mar 10, 2023 7:14:30 GMT
Man, what amazing advice and support given throughout this thread….
I used to be a pretty active member years ago, and am having an issue very similar right now with my son. This was the first place I thought of to come ask for advice or even just validation. And I find this post, and the sense of community and love and actually useful advice has just about brought me to tears.
OP, thank you for your vulnerability in sharing this suck-azz part of parenting…my current heartache is with my second born, but my oldest put us through it as well. I am familiar with several sides of this heart shattering phase of parenting, and your ability to talk about it is so very therapeutic.
2Peas community, no, I’m not drunk, lol! Not sure if it’s PMS emotions talking as I’m currently surfing the waves of perimenopause, so I don’t have anything good to blame my sudden outburst of emotion. I just love you guys, that’s all.
Justcindy
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Post by justcindy on Nov 25, 2022 15:11:30 GMT
Well, has anyone seen anything about this year’s sale? I’ve been stalking their blog and shop site, and haven’t heard/read a peep! I got an email saying that the sale will start today (Black Friday) at 8am Pacific Time Yeeeee!!!!!! Thank you so much!!!
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Post by justcindy on Nov 25, 2022 14:48:30 GMT
Well, has anyone seen anything about this year’s sale? I’ve been stalking their blog and shop site, and haven’t heard/read a peep!
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Post by justcindy on Nov 21, 2022 19:07:11 GMT
Awwww man….. Yall are bumming me out…I was really hoping I’ve just missed the “good” sales😝
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Post by justcindy on Nov 21, 2022 16:39:03 GMT
Hello!
Does anyone have experience with Scrapbook.com Black Friday? What kinds of sales do they typically have? I’m looking at my cart and wondering if I should wait til Friday!
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Post by justcindy on Nov 21, 2022 15:59:28 GMT
This is my first year subbing and I see they have a BF sale later this week. Anyone order in the past and is it worth it for me to look? I feel like I have seen everything on the site, a lot of stuff is sold out. Wonder if things are added or restocked? I’d like some alphas, maybe a paper pack that I don’t already have. I LOVE their Black Friday sale!! I buy stuff every year. As a previous poster mentioned, they offer grab bags for all kinds of things, and they are a STEAL. I get the stamp and scrapbook grab bags every time and they’re like my own Christmas present!
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Post by justcindy on Nov 20, 2022 21:44:02 GMT
Oh my gosh you so thoroughly answered everything I was curious about, with EXAMPLES!! Thank you so very much! I love your layouts and appreciate the time you took to answer my questions.
Thank you!
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