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Post by JaneB on Sept 9, 2017 18:43:51 GMT
Boo to those who dare to say anything about your cards not being "100% handmade." What's wrong with them? It's your creativity and your abilities (and thankfully we have digital these days!) at work. Period. What kind of silly thinking is that anyway? Should we start making our own paper, crushing berries and cutting up potatoes to make our own handmade stamps? What's next? No more graphic designers? No more machines while we're at it. Back to spinning wool and lacemaking for everyone... Sounds like some folks are jealous you are expressing yourself artistically (and producing beautiful things in the process) and need to criticise whatever they can to make you feel less good about something you're passionate about and enjoying. Buh-bye to those. I may just keep this somewhere and trot it out if needed I was more hurt because it's perfectly obvious - I'm limited in the hand department! I didn't use the computer because I wanted to back then (late 1990's) but because I had to. And I'd even used Microsoft Word shapes to draw myself in my wheelchair abseiling! I love your journal format. Did you do the design yourself? It looks great! Thank you Yes, it's my design, all set up in PaintShop Pro, with formatted text boxes to stop me fiddling with font choice! Lately I've been working more in Silhouette Studio, and sitting here it occurs to me I could make the templates in that. I might have a play this evening.... You know, I wasn't going to do DD this year, even though I've been reading this thread. Now, I'm wondering.....
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Post by elegantsufficiency on Sept 9, 2017 19:00:29 GMT
JaneB I just wrote on another thread that I need to use the Silhouette software to do more original stuff. It's a great program and whenever I do something with it that turns out well, I wonder why I don't do more. My last effort was earlier in the year, when I was - ahem - 'inspired by' a Moleskine design. I struggled in Photoshop to line up the pages and get it all together but for some reason didn't think to use S Studio from the start. Once I thought of that, it was a cinch. Must. Do. More!
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Post by JaneB on Sept 9, 2017 19:41:50 GMT
elegantsufficiency I remember reading that post! I followed a link to your blog from some other post and spent a while reading, it's so interesting. Your book looked fabulous and I rather fancied trying it myself, until you got out the sewing machine I know my limitations; I can manage using The Cinch to bind a book but that's all. I do still love my PaintShop Pro, but Silhouette Studio has much to commend it. I'm just uploading a video now where I draw a card from scratch and use some digital papers to imitate sky, sea and sand.
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Post by elegantsufficiency on Sept 9, 2017 20:02:23 GMT
Ooo, JaneB pretty please will you share a link? Sounds intriguing! Re the sewing machine bit, I considered making a set of holes with the Silhouette which could simply be threaded with twine. Less precarious than getting the sewing machine out! (But oh, isn't it fun to live life on the edge
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Post by AmandaA on Sept 9, 2017 22:09:48 GMT
I am a total sucker for a buffalo check and that color in the Elle's studio sneak is lovely I love seeing a slightly new color palette with classic designs like that. Not sure how I feel about it with the other papers though. 🤔
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Post by frenchie on Sept 9, 2017 22:15:00 GMT
I am loving the Elle's Studio sneak!
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Post by 950nancy on Sept 9, 2017 22:49:41 GMT
I send 25 and my husband sends 25.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 10, 2017 2:21:16 GMT
I LOVE your December daily!!! The way you used those chipboard numbers is awesome! Thank you Er, I've got to ask, what chipboard numbers? No chipboard, it's all digital and printed on white card stock. The title December Daily is white cardstock, cut with the Silhouette and liberally smooshed with gold ink. I got it everywhere and made a right mess. I think I'd make a better job now if I tried it again... Ooohhh!! I was thinking that your dated numbers were chipboard. Either way, I love it!
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Post by cbscrapper on Sept 10, 2017 4:28:24 GMT
Studio Calico has their Keystone Cabin collection bundle (from last year) on sale for $19.99. You can get 20% off your total purchase with code SCTWENTY www.studiocalico.com/shop/keystone-cabin-collection-bundleThey have a bunch of other stuff marked down too - kits, silk screens, paint, ink and more, but it seems random. Some teally deep discounts though, especially with the 20% off code!
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Post by glenys on Sept 10, 2017 4:39:00 GMT
Studio Calico has their Keystone Cabin collection bundle (from last year) on sale for $19.99. You can get 20% off your total purchase with code SCTWENTY www.studiocalico.com/shop/keystone-cabin-collection-bundleThey have a bunch of other stuff marked down too - kits, silk screens, paint, ink and more, but it seems random. Some teally deep discounts though, especially with the 20% off code! Really debating this one...but postage is quite high for International....and I don't need any candy cane pens!
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Post by Deleted on Sept 10, 2017 7:12:48 GMT
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Post by loveslabradors on Sept 10, 2017 12:17:23 GMT
Studio Calico has their Keystone Cabin collection bundle (from last year) on sale for $19.99. You can get 20% off your total purchase with code SCTWENTY www.studiocalico.com/shop/keystone-cabin-collection-bundleThey have a bunch of other stuff marked down too - kits, silk screens, paint, ink and more, but it seems random. Some teally deep discounts though, especially with the 20% off code! Thanks for the heads up! I picked up Keystone Cabin, an album, and five other kits for $50. Good deal. I wanted Keystone Cabin but never would've paid anything close to full price for it
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Post by twillerbee on Sept 10, 2017 14:56:08 GMT
Has anyone here seen the cute sneak from Pinkfresh on Instagram yet? I'm such an amateur, I can't remember how to share the picture, but maybe someone will help me out here?! Credit to you! https://www.instagram.com/p/BYy4Gy3Hmwi That's a super cute kitty being Santa's little helper. Thanks for posting this. I love all pinkfresh and this will be a cute design to make cards with my little niece. I have all tokomo design stamps from pinkfresh and I was hoping to see more from her.
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Post by lisacharlotte on Sept 10, 2017 15:11:04 GMT
sleepingbooty We don't live near family so cards are always a part of Christmas. Also, it allows me to play with scissors and paper and glue. mom I never judge the cards i receive. Crafting is such a joy even if someone doesn't create "perfect" projects. I love, love, love receiving a card just for the act of receiving. I don't care if it's store bought or handmade with crooked matting and messy stamping. I love that someone enjoyed making it. Also, i love the different flavor of the season from our international peas.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 11, 2017 11:00:57 GMT
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Post by foucaultgirl on Sept 11, 2017 15:37:04 GMT
I'm already starting to feel *stressed* by the process of choosing an album for the December Daily (I've always used Handbooks, and last year I just used the 6x8 I picked up at the warehouse sale; this year I'm not sure if I want to pick up an older handbook and deal with finding page protectors for it, switch over to the SNAP system and experiment with different configurations of page protectors, or hope that one of the other scrapbooking companies that offer a December Daily kit also offer an album.).
I'm still working on editing and printing out photos from last year, and I feel overwhelmed even thinking about starting on this year's December Daily. That said, I also don't want to just skip it.
If you've completed a December Daily after many years of not-quite completion, what worked for you?
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Post by caspad on Sept 11, 2017 16:32:28 GMT
Out of sheer curiosity, how many Christmas cards do people from Christmas card-sending countries send? I send the one card (along with a parcel) to a relative living abroad. That's about it. Anyone from the US, the UK and possibly other countries want to enlighten me? 72 Christmas cards would mean.... these would outlast me! Or I'd live to be over a hundred. :D I send about 50-60ish if it is a photo card. Last year I stamped my cards and only the "top 30" got one. LOL
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Post by sleepingbooty on Sept 11, 2017 17:07:01 GMT
this year I'm not sure if I want to pick up an older handbook and deal with finding page protectors for it, switch over to the SNAP system and experiment with different configurations of page protectors, or hope that one of the other scrapbooking companies that offer a December Daily kit also offer an album.). Obviously, the 3x4 and 4x6 page protectors are all available from most brands that do 6x8 PP. Simple Stories sells a 2x2 PP for standard 6x8 albums. They fit perfectly fine in the Sn@p 6x8. Or the special thick spine 6x8 album Simple Stories carries each year in their Christmas line. Or Becky Higgins album. Etc. It's really only Studio Calico (and their affiliated Inked brands) that makes things extra difficult and forces you to buy their PP from them as well. The rest of the market uses the universal 2 ring-system. You can fuse a 6x8 down to become a 3x8 (Kesi'Art also carries 3x8 for the universal 2 ring-system but is hard to find outside of Europe). You shouldn't have any issues replicating the usual DD PP configurations with any other brand if that's any relief or help. Personally, I wouldn't bother with older handbooks these days. Most stocks of those PP have been emptied since (or they only carry the one PP design). You can also punch more holes if you have really fallen for an older cover design. Otherwise, embrace new territories and have fun with what's out there. I'm in a DD pickle myself. Can't decide on a format. I'm suddenly in the mood for those thick slightly messy vertical mini 4x6 albums with simple chipboard front and back covers. Ugh.
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Post by anniefb on Sept 11, 2017 19:25:26 GMT
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Post by dawnnikol on Sept 11, 2017 20:03:03 GMT
I'm in a DD pickle myself. Can't decide on a format. I'm suddenly in the mood for those thick slightly messy vertical mini 4x6 albums with simple chipboard front and back covers. Ugh. I'd be willing to bet KP has something like that for one of her DD offerings. I would also bet she has a traveler notebook size kit this year to go along with her new monthly offering. This is why I wish she'd at least e-mail and be like "oh, so the sizes will be XXX XXX and XXX. Just so you have an idea since I'm not releasing until October." Again, I totally understand not wanting to do anything until closer to Christmas, but loads of us are sitting around waiting on pins and needles. :X ~Grinch of Christmas Present
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Post by Deleted on Sept 11, 2017 20:17:04 GMT
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Post by paperamy on Sept 11, 2017 20:29:11 GMT
In case anyone is interested, an older DD stamp was added to the DD order selection, marked at $8. Looks like Inked is finding all kinds of shit stuffed everywhere. I think this just showed up today.
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Post by sleepingbooty on Sept 11, 2017 21:04:07 GMT
In case anyone is interested, an older DD stamp was added to the DD order selection, marked at $8. Looks like Inked is finding all kinds of shit stuffed everywhere. The semi-circle with the small star design from the paper pad in this year's main kit is on the left! Is everything getting recycled at AE these days?
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Post by joteves on Sept 11, 2017 22:23:24 GMT
In case anyone is interested, an older DD stamp was added to the DD order selection, marked at $8. Looks like Inked is finding all kinds of shit stuffed everywhere. I think this just showed up today. Stop enabling!
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Post by cbscrapper on Sept 12, 2017 0:27:51 GMT
In case anyone is interested, an older DD stamp was added to the DD order selection, marked at $8. Looks like Inked is finding all kinds of shit stuffed everywhere. The semi-circle with the small star design from the paper pad in this year's main kit is on the left! Is everything getting recycled at AE these days? Absolutely yes. There's very little original content. Most can be found in her previous Designer Digitals products.
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Post by icequeen on Sept 12, 2017 1:07:32 GMT
Ali posted this update. It's ridiculous. How dumb is she? Go back to the drawing board? How about get someone else to handle your preordering process because inked doesn't have its shit together. Aren't these the same damn issues they had in 2016, 2015, and, if memory serves me well, 2014? Skip the drawing board and hand the reigns to a competent inventory control specialist and to someone who is well-trained in successfully projecting sales figures.
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Post by mrsshampoo on Sept 12, 2017 1:33:15 GMT
Has anyone ordered any of the 2016 mini kits from the AE DD order selection? Are they considered a shop item with free shipping or a mini kit with $2 shipping? Using old product keeps my project cost down, lol.
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Post by gigi333 on Sept 12, 2017 6:05:38 GMT
They are free shipping which for me as an international is awesome
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Post by sleepingbooty on Sept 12, 2017 6:40:36 GMT
They are free shipping which for me as an international is awesome mrsshampoo A quick simulation confirms what gigi333 said. The older mini kits appear to be shipping as a free postage item along with your other DD stuff. My total (as an international) stays at $4 per the website. This is an awesome deal for internationals!
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