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Website Design Trends for 2010 - PRLog (free press release)

... exploding logos, and blowing up the photos. Used on their own, or together going oversized is not over the top in 2010. 3. Getting Artsy- Designers are gravitating towards hand illustrated designs. There’s no doubt about it, an illustrated ...

Scrapbooking event to raise money for Heath student's medical expenses - Newark Advocate

HEATH -- Joey Smart, 16, was an active teenager before Christmas, but now he is bedridden and doctors don't know why. Joey was involved in three sports: baseball, hockey and golf. But in December he got sick, suffering from what the family thought ...

Story text too small? Make it bigger - Hattiesburg American

Editor's note: Online Editor Lici Beveridge presents a weekly column explaining the features of our Web site, www.hatties burgamerican.com. Reading our stories and printing from the Web has changed to make it easier for people to read. For the most ...

Scrapbooking event aims to raise awareness - Evening Sun

When Brandy Baugher's 6-month-old daughter died in 2006, she decided to do what she could to raise awareness about a disease that remains largely unknown, even though it's the leading genetic killer of children under 2. In March 2007, Baugher held a ...

MIFF: Interview with Brigitte Berman, Director of Hugh Hefner - Miami New Times Blogs

â€‹ Hugh Hefner is old. He's so old that Hollywood types have started projects based on his legacy. There are the rumors (tweeted by Hefner himself) that Diablo Cody is writing a movie about him. And one of the documentaries at this year's Miami ...

Unusual events in local history - Washington Times-Herald

Recently while flipping through my scrapbook of old newspaper articles, I was reminded of the fact that there were a number of “wacky local events” which occurred throughout the years that did not individually justify writing an article about but ...

How to Make It in America’ portrays young New Yorkers trying to ... - Tufts Daily

What is the American dream of the 21st century? Is it running one’s own company and finally experiencing financial success? Is it being a part of the melting pot, with friends from all corners of the cultural landscape? Is it living in a scrappy ...

HAPPY CRAFTER - Frontiersman

WASILLA — It’s the personal touch that gets Denise Rexford’s stamp of approval. Creating her own unique, personal — and often quirky — cards and crafts, Rexford is a stamper. Using multiple types and colors of ink, rubber stamps, craft ...

Seabrook welcomes home Olympian snowboarder Scotty Lago - Fosters Daily Democrat

SEABROOK — Scotty Lago's unofficial parade begins in Portsmouth and extends down to the Massachusetts border. Marquees for large restaurants, hot dog stands, auto supply stores and just about every other kind of business on Route 1 boast ...

After a 2009 season hindered by injuries, Joe Smith just wants to ... - Cleveland Plain Dealer

Manny Acta reflects on the first week of spring training. Chuck Crow / The Plain Dealer After a debut season with the Indians that was marred by a variety of ailments and injuries, Joe Smith just wants to be a reliable side-arming reliever in 2010 ...

Open Question: Windows 7 Photos Screen Saver?

I used to have the Beta version of windows 7 and went back to XP for some time. I decided to upgrade to the full version and one of the features i thought would be there isnt. In the beta, the photos screensaver had options that allow you to pick how the photos will be presented. the original pan and zoom with new features like the scrapbook and the collage. there are others that i do not remember off the top of my head but the beta had it. Why not the full release? Ive been looking around for the scrapbooking because i absolutely loved it. Anyone have any ideas what happened to it or where i can get it? Thanks more

Resolved Question: I bought a digital scrapbooking program and I need to know if there is a place that will turn it into a book?

when I am finished making the book on my computer. I know other places online that require you to use their site to make the book. I just want to find someplace I can upload the one I make from Digital Scrapbook Artist to print out and mail me an actual book. Thanks in advance! more

Voting Question: Question for scrapbookers, altered book artists and trading card makers:?

Are vintage postage stamps a good embellishment for altered books, trading card making and scrapbooking? I just received 1000's of vintage postage stamps at an auction. There are stamps from all countries, all denominations, artistery, years etc. Is this something that would be of interest in the type of crafting you do? more

Resolved Question: Scrapbookers: What is a good, affordable (preferably under $150) desk for...?

...scrapbooking and organizing your materials?I've been scrapping for a couple years but do it so sporadically because I don't have a space of my own and have to haul out all my materials and use the kitchen table. In your experience, what are the best desks/organizing options out there? Thanks! more

Resolved Question: How should I go about doing this? Please read!?

A few months ago, I applied for a decorating job at this scrapbooking place. I went into the store and met the manager at the counter, who looked at my application and drawings right then and there. However, after looking at my schedule, she said she wouldn't be able to give me the job because my schedule was jam- packed. But she said that she would keep my application (because she keeps the applications of everyone that applies). Now, my schedule has opened up and I am available to work for the most part anyday and time. I'm planning on going to the store again tomorrow, but how should I approach the manager/ what should I say to her? (Like should I be like, I was wondering if any decorating jobs were open... I came here last time, but wasn't able to interview because of my schedule, but my schedule has freed up.... I don't know what to say!!! Like it will be awkward because I'm like asking if I can "reapply" and I don't know if she has my application like she said she does...) Please help... I really really really want this job. It would be like a dream come true. I love decorating! more

Resolved Question: Babysitting, what rate per hour sounds right to you?

I am babysitting for my aunt while she is going back to school. She has a grant that covers childcare, so I am being paid through social services. She has 3 girls, an 8 year old, a 5 year old, and a 4 year old. I work mondays through thursdays every week. My job includes bathing the two younger girls, getting them dressed, making breakfast and lunch, and getting the 5 year old on the p.m. kindergarten bus. I stay at the house with the 4 year old and then get the 5 and 8 year olds off the bus, make them food, and help with homework. On tuesdays, I put them to bed and stay there until their mom gets home. During this whole day, I do art projects with them (I am an art student). We do scrapbooking, all kinds of painting techniques, mixed-media and creative projects, and more. I'd say we do at least one or two projects a day. Basically they are never bored. Social Services pays me 3.75 an hour per child, so the most I can really make at a time is 11.25 per hour. However there is a lot of coming and going on and off to school so I'm only with all three girls at once for a few hours a day. I kind of think that I should be making minimum wage at least, even if I only have one girl with me, especially because the girls are learning a lot while they are with me and there is not much lounging around going on. Also I come in to watch the kids a lot on very late notice, and end up staying later than planned a good amount of the time. What do you think about this? Is social services being fair? I have car and cell phone payments I need to make, and I didn't even mention the fact that I get my checks from them at least 2 months late every time. What would you charge if you were doing this amount of work? I do not want to make it sound like I am complaining because I am very grateful to have a job but I am just curious as to what others would charge. Also, is there anything I can do to get social services to throw a little bit more in there? more

Resolved Question: When and where to tell your parents you're Wiccan?

Alright, so I'm a 13 year old Wiccan (Well... almost, I'm self-dedicating tomorrow Yay! :D) If you don't want to read the backround on this just scroll down to the next paragraph but I think it would help on answering this question.... Anyways both of my parents are Christian, my step-dad more so than my mom, and I used to be a Christian too. I went to a Christian academy for about 3 or 4 years and I was never really exposed to any other religion besides Christianity. When I found out that my aunt was homosexual, I was Christian at the time, I didn't think that your sexual orientation made a difference in religion... until there was a lesson in bible class about gay/lesbian/bi, ect. They said that whoever is like that will go to hell. I was already sort of drifting away from Christianity because I didn't feel any spiritual connection or a want to learn more and praise God and what not, and that just pushed me even further away from Christianity. Well, my step-dad and I went to a bookstore sometime after that and I saw a book of Wiccan spells on the shelf and said ,"Ooh daddy can I have that pretty book?" (because it had sparkles on it being the little girl I was) and he said "Absolutely not." I didnt know why he said that so I asked him and he said "Because you cant have it" (or something along those lines). And so I accepted that. Then a couple years later we moved and started going to a new church where they're like you can't do this, this, or this. So I was pretty upset but accepting of that. But that was also when I started realizing that men are pretty much dominant to the extent where in church (or at least all of the ones we went to) it is "speak when spoken to" for the women and children. That pushed me even further away. Then summer of 2008 I went to a Christian camp with my youth group for 7 days and at the camp all they preached and taught about is "we need to spread the word" and "our God is the ONLY true God" or "ours is the true religion"... and I just couldn't accept that and I couldn't grasp that and didn't want to. That is what really "pushed me over the cliff" so to speak. So I told my mom I had accepted the Lord while I was there (so she'd get off of my back about the whole "have you been saved yet? Are you sure?" thing because she was literally asking me that every 5 minutes) but obviously I didn't and from then on I was switching back and forth between no religion and Christianity. Then I finally found my common sense and started researching other religions and I was actually leaning toward Buddhism, but even that didn't feel right. Then one night, my mom was hosting a scrapbooking party and one of her friends asked me if I was Wiccan (because I'm vegan). My mom answered for me: "She'd better not be! She's Christian." I thought that it was rude and rather impertinent of her to answer a question for me about what I believe. I am grateful that she did though because at the time I had no idea of what Wicca was. So I reasearched it and... it just felt... right. It felt like I was home, ya know? Sorry, it's kinda hard to explain. And at that moment I knew it was (and is) the right path for me. So I am not very good at keeping secrets from my parents, my mom imparticularly, and I have been thinking about "coming out of the broom closet" to my family and my friends. Here's the problem: 1.I'm pretty sure that my parents will freak out. I know for a fact that they won't kick me out but they probably won't be happy. 2. my whole entire family on my mom's side is Christian... that will definately cause some awkward family get togethers 3. I probably won't be able to hang out with my little cousins (who I absolutely love) 4. all of my friends are Christian... I don't know if they'll stay friends with me or not. But there are also benefits: 1. I might be able to practice my religion freely 2. I might be able to buy books to further my knowledge 3.I might be able to celebrate the Sabbats and Esbats ON THEIR ACTUAL DAYS (I have to plan my rituals around when my parents are going to be gone) 4. I wont have to worry about my parents finding my BOS (I hide it under my bed right now). So I decided that the possible benefits outweigh the risks and am planning on coming out of the broom closet. I recently found out that we are going out to dinner on the day of the new moon, and since that is on the day of new beginnings (the new moon) I figure I should tell them there. My reasoning is: 1. They can't yell and scream at a restaurant... they'll make themselves look like fools. 2. We always talk about important things at restaurants. I've also been thinking of a plan of how I should tell them. I'm going to tell them "Mom, dad, Christianity isn't the right religion for me anymore." and after I say that I'll see what their reactions are. If it's "Oh?" then I'll tell them I'm Wiccan. If their reactions are "What?!?!" then I'll just tell them that I'm going to start researching other religions and after theyve haafter theyve had time to process that I'm not Christian, I'll tell them I've chosen Wicca. So what do yall think of that plan? Is that a good idea or not? What do you suggest I do, come out or stay in the broom closet? What are your experiences with coming out of the broom closet? Any suggestions on what I should do beforehand? What if they completely reject it, what then? How should I tell my friends? Even if my parents reject it, should I still tell my friends that I'm Wiccan? Any suggestions along those lines would be great. Sorry about the length of this. Please nobody against Wicca... open-minded Christian suggestions are welcome though :) Thanks so much! Blessed Be! more

Resolved Question: What are you opinions on the Lexmark Printers?

Can anyone give me theri opinions on the Lexmark Printers? Like how reliable is the quality? How good is the quality of the pictures they print? Do they often have probelms? Like malfunctions or break down? Anything I should worry about when buying a Lexmark? Anything you can tell me would be helpful. See, I have a HP Deskjet, which I recieved for free (It was a deal we got when we bought a laptop) but it orignally costs 60 dollars.It's one of the cheaper made printers, so it's always giving me problems.For instance, sometimes, even when the ink is near full, a strip of collar runs through a picture, or some pictures it will cut off the top and no matter how I crop it on the computer it still does.I've run tests and cleaning and there's nothing wrong that I can see.Plus, most times the black ink will dry out in a very short ammount of time of disuse. It's driving me crazy, so I decided to look through some different ones.I found one, a Lexmark, for 60 dollars, that's not only a printer, but a scanner and copier.(probably wouldn't need the copier, but the scaner would come in handy).And also, it's a wireless. The ink is slightly higher in price, by about 5-8 dollars a cartidge. But I also will get another five pages from one of those cartridges than the HP.And also I won't have to reprint ones the printer itself screws up, or buy new black ink after only printer 6 pages. I use it mainly for scrapbooking (a hobby of mine) or other craft projects I'm working on. So, as far as priceing goes, it would be great.But I've never bought or used a Lexmark before, so I don't know anything of the quality of the product. more

Resolved Question: Does any one know where I can buy the SCAL software? [sure cuts a lot] for scrapbooking?

Thank you Any stores? Ive tried looking in walmart online but didn't find it so I can go to the store and get it but it didn't appear there.. I prefer to go to the store im really insecure buying online? thanks more

Resolved Question: Scrapbooking question???...?

I was wondering if there is a tool I can buy to punch a small hole in scrapbooking paper to insert those little decorative brads...(I need to punch a hole through several layers of paper)...any advice is greatly appreciated! Thanks! more

Resolved Question: Is there a website that works like a scrapbooking program? I need to print out some words?

Is there a website I can go to where I can type up some words, pick the font and print them out? I need it for a poster. Thanks! more

Voting Question: What is the point of scrapbooking? Seriously?

There are a few women in my family who spend a LOT of money on papers, cutting things, charms, etc. Then they put it all in a scrapbook with family photos.....then it's closed and put on a shelf, hardly looked at again. I don't get it. more

Resolved Question: i need help with doing a ribbon...?

how do you tie a ribbon for card-making or scrapbooking. the ribbon that i use are the ones that have a design in the front, but in the back of the ribbon, there isnt a design. when i tie it, the loop or the ribbon at the bottom is on the plain side(with no designs). how can i tie it without the plain part being seen?? i just want a perfect ribbon. please tell me where i can find good instructions from any video websites like youtube. thanks in advance!! more

Resolved Question: i need help organizing my crochet craft room.lots of patterns, crochet thread and various items.Need ideas bad?

I have more than a thousand pattern books, I buy DMC thread by the hundreds, I have finished doilies stored in plastic bins. I also sew so there is a sewing machine, and materials, and quilting books..I need good ideas, pictures of other craft rooms. Scrapbooking is not my thing so those types of storage won't work..HELP more

Resolved Question: I need help looking for Birch Bark Paper (scrapbooking or wallpaper)?

Does anyone know where to find birch bark paper i am looking for some for wedding invitations. The only site i can locate some at is http://www.littlebirch.com/products/stationery.htm is there anywhere else..already tried the craft stores ( Michaels, Hobby Lobby, Etc). Thank You! more

Resolved Question: SCRAPBOOKERS!!! Advice on Zutter tools?

I'm considering purchasing the zutter bind it all and/or the zutter dreamkutz. I am a very crafty person and I know both these tools will come in handy. However, they are very expensive. Is it worth the money? Do the tools work perfectly great? Advice is needed! Also, I've heard of other scrapbooking tools out there such as diecutting machines. How well do those work? Worth the money or not? Prices, names, and opinions please! Thanks! more

Voting Question: How to make friends when you are homeschooled?

I have been homeschooled for almost a year and have never really had luck in the friend department, I don't really have any money to join a club or anything, and I can't drive right now due to my health, is there anyway I can make a friend, I need support. I have my mom, dad and my boyfriend but he is in collage and is constantly busy with homework and studying and working, which I completely understand. Is there any advice out there to make a true friend? My interests are: Writing poetry dancing singing scrapbooking Hope that helped! Thanks! for all the help! more

Resolved Question: Ideas for a Alice in Wonderland quinceanera (Sweet 15) party? PLEASE HELP(:?

So I'm 13, and I'm starting to plan my quinceanera. Its like a sweet 16 but for 15. Its a spanish tradition. (Im puerto rican) I dont want it to be like a "normal" alice in wonderland party. I want it to be reallly trippy. With a lot of rainbow ballons, funky lighting, a funky topsy turvey cake. Like this one: http://farm1.static.flickr.com/154/399510193_ed439905ed.jpg just different colors and designs. My court will all be dressed up as characters from AIW, and im going to be "Alice" and my mom is going to be the "queen of hearts" I want to have a desk at one side of the room with a rvaen on it, pieces of paper, and a pen so guest can leave me notes to put in the ravens cage. (The raven is going to be a stuffed one from a crafts store.) And i want to put up on the wall right near the desk the saying of Why is a raven like a writing desk. I want white rabbit foot prints all over the floors. And i want my mom to sit in a high thone like looking chair since she is the queen. And i want to have a siting place for me on a mushroom. (not a real one :P) I want the entrace to have fake little trees with with white and red roses. And the entrance to have these like silver streamers and the door frame outlined in gold to look like a mirror. And a sign saying enter wonderland through the looking glass. I want the halls to look real trippy, with designs on the wall in way weird colors. I want the courts table to be like this extra long table, with all sorts fo tea pots and plates and things like in the movie, in the part of the mad tea party. All the toher guests tables with have tea cups and plates, and little bottles saying drink me and cupcakes and cookies saying eat me in the midle of the table.I want a chess game somewhere, and a croquet game too. And flamingos in some places as well. The table wear the cake will be at will have cookies and cupcakes saying eat me too. And the food table with have more little bottles, a punch bowl, and different things to eat. I want have a funky dress. And i want white and red roses at different part of the room, with silver paint cans that have a red brish here and there to amke it seem like the roses where painted. I want to have a hookah on a clear table some where. And i want to have funky shiney shoes.And ive been thinking of putting my cats in a certain room, and have that room be the pet the cheshire cats room. I also want to have a stage so a band can go up there if i do get a band. And i also would like one wall to say Happy Merry Un-birthday to Genesis or somthing. I also would like random purple grins and eyes around the room to be the cheshire cat. Id also like to have funky fabric in some places. i really dont know why. I also want to have a mirror for guest to sign but i dont know about that..... And i want my entrance to be the song Brick by Boring Brick by PAramore to be plaing, and durin the instrumental part at the begginging The white rabbit comes out of this area and into the room of the party saying "Im late im late im late!" and i follow him saying mr rabbit wait! and then all the toehr characters come out, and ending with my mom saying "Off with their heads!" What do you think about that? And do you have any other ideas? Also how much do you think this will cost? Most of the decoratiosn will be paper, liek the rabits feel and cat grins and stuff. My mom can make those with her scrapbooking machine the cricut. And i want to have the party at a hotel ballroom, maybe so i can have enough room.OR a theatre lobby. And the dress i chose will be pretty cheap. $220 while most others are $600. Thanks in advanced(: more

Resolved Question: How do I start a scrapbooking business?

I would like to start a small scrapbooking business in my town. There is already one store, but I would like to start one thats has more items for sell and where people can come to crop as well. What all do I need to do? more

Resolved Question: how to make a scrapbook?

i want to make a scrapbook for my friend's birthday in about a month and i have no experience in scrapbooking ever. we are in college and this is our senior year and so i want to give her something that resembles the 4 years that we have known each other and our college experiences that she can remember for a long time. i want some suggestions in what kinds of memories i can put in there or what themes i should be focusing on and stuff. does it take a long time to make? and also what kinds of supplies do i need for scrapbooking other than the book itself? i don't want to spend too much money on supplies... more

Resolved Question: Photographic mosaics?

I want to make a few of these for friends and family as gifts. Is there a software program that will do it? It looks like a fun thing to learn to do. Any advice? Here is an example. http://www.scrapbook-scrapbooking.com/Images/Articles/PhotoMosaic/PhotoMosaic.jpg more

Resolved Question: What neat things around the house can be used for scrapbooking?

I am getting ready to start my first scrapbook and would like to do things as cheap as possible, while still being able to create something really nice.To be specific, I am actually focusing first on a wedding scrapbook, but am also doing a family scrapbook. I would like ideas for both. I was trying to think of some random things around the house that could be used to create a fun scrapbook. So far I have thought of using my cookie cutters as stencils for cut outs, some leftover fabric on pages, and printing pictures, words, letters, and phrases. Any other ideas? I'm sure there is much more that I'm not thinking of. Thanks for your help! more

Voting Question: Boyfriend's Mom doesn't like me, and he is playing Bouncer...?

So I've been with my boyfriend for a long time. I dated him for 4 years, we broke up for 2, and have been together again for 3 years. The first break up didn't go over well, but I don't recall ever doing anything mean to his family. I only remember one time where my boyfriend wanted me to come visit him in the hospital and she didn't want me there and I told his grandma that it was HIS request that I come there, and that he perhaps was too scared to let everyone know that because of how they felt about me. They said to me, "That's his fault then." Well once we broke up I was out of the picture, so they thought. And once I re-entered the picture he's been weary about mentioning me a lot. They know we're together, but I'm never spoken about. I feel like my boyfriend, since he IS always scared to speak up... (even when people ask him to play a video game with him and he doesn't want to he'll just not reply til they give up) is playing Bouncer and trying to keep us separate. He doesn't mention me because it might rile his mother up over a 5 year ago fight with unresolved feelings, and I just feel like we're kept separate at all costs. I am willing to try to try to talk it out with her. I am tempted to write to her on Facebook since she has it too (and yes can see we're dating on there, and all our pictures together) and tell her how I really want to get along, and tell her it's not my intention to take her son away from her. Because I think she feels I am trying to take him away from her and that's why she doesn't like me. Anyway, is there a good way to bring it up to her and talk it out? We USE to get along. We use to go antiquing and she taught me about scrapbooking (her favorite hobby) and we were starting to hit it off.... then suddenly turned against me. Perhaps it was something I said. but honestly it was 5 years ago, and I was a different person back then... and I want her to know that and give me a 2nd chance.... My boyfriend said we could try to invite her to dinner sometime, but I feel that wouldn't happen for a LONG time... since he basically avoids all uncomfortable situations possible even if it would mean making things better. I know this situation stresses him out and I think if we could talk it out it would help! more

Resolved Question: Where can I buy Mod Podge in Hong Kong?

I live in Hong Kong and I recently started scrapbooking. :P So I was wondering whether I could buy it in Hong Kong (BTW it's in China) or buy it online or is there an alternative to it? Thanks.Okay maybe I should rephrase. Umm, not really scrapbooking, more "decorating things". Lol more

Resolved Question: i need some good scrapbooking ideas, im making my brother a scrapbook of us for christmas?

we're very close, and theres not a picture of me as a child without him in it. he's two years older then me. i thought we have all of these old pictures of us sitting around, why not put something together for the two of us to remember, cry, & laugh at! there's no bettter gift then one from the heart. so, i was hoping i could get some good ideas to make it a good one. any ideas? more

Resolved Question: What are some good websites to sell home made items on?

I do a lot of scrapbooking items, and such and was wondering if there are any other good websites out there to sell on besides Etsy (which I love...just looking to expand). : ) more

Resolved Question: Looking for someone to become friends with?

Hi I am a 15 year old girl and in 10th grade next year. I live in Australia but am not as most people think tan or one who goes to the beach a lot. I am a quiet person who after getting to know someone comes out of my shell. I enjoy doing anything crafty such as beading, scrapbooking etc, I enjoy reading, I write poems and short stories. I do have an adventurous side not as adventurous as some but It is still there lol. I love music I listen to quite a variety. I lam just looking for a friend I am an honest person who prefers to put others before herself I like helping others and am always there to listen so if I sound like someone you would like to get to know better please either post or e-mail me I know this sounds tacky but I just want some friends. Both girls and guys can reply I don't mind. Thanx =) more

Resolved Question: Help me find a die cutter?

I need a for die cutter for scrapbooking. I am looking for a die cutter that does not require me to buy cds or cartridges. Is there one that can connect to the computer that lets me download images from online or make my own? more

Resolved Question: Need some serious scrapbooking help and ideas?

I want to make a scrapbook for my long-distance guy. We are meeting soon for the first time so it's difficult. He mentioned something once about thinking about making a scrapbook type thing with our e-mails and stuff in so he could look back on them often, but then he felt it was too girly for him to do. So, I thought it would be nice to surprise him with one I made myself. However, there are problems. 1) I have never scrapbooked, and have no idea how or what I need. 2) We've exchanged photos, but we don't have any photos together yet. I would like to create something that has space for future photos together, but mainly focuses on our correspondence (since that's all we have). 3) I'm actually not incredibly crafty, but I have about a month to perfect this little project. Please, I need help getting started. And I need ideas for this scrapbook. I don't want it to be just words from our letters/e-mails, I want to make it something really special! Thanks so much everyone! more

Resolved Question: I'm making a scrapbook for my anniversary with my boyfriend and I need ideas!?

Ok, so I've already started making the scrapbook and have most of my pages planned and everything, but I was wondering if anyone has any idea on cute things I could include or advice on scrapbooking or anything?? I've made a couple before but I'm absolutely determined to make this an incredible present! I want every single page to be beautiful and if he cries, that'd be alright;) We're one of those couples that started out at best friends and still are, and he's really been there for me no matter what. It's just some crazy love, and its perfect:) So I want to show him how much he means to me. Right now I have two movie ticket stubs (we've only ever seen one movie together! haha), theme park tickets, aquarium tickets, a note he left me one date, a pressed flower that came from the first boquet he ever gave me, and of course TONS of pictures. But I need more ideas! And I need good designs for the pages. Ok, I know I'm rambling but honestly anything anyone can think of would be greatly appreciated! Thank you so much:) more

Resolved Question: Where can I find teachers/speakers ect. that can come to my home for parents & children?

I am an at home mom stuck at home with no car and i would like to take courses with parents that have children and find it hard to take courses with their babies/child. There are many gym type courses available for mommies and babies but not painting or scrapbooking or yoga or motivational speaking ect... Or even just finding parents that would like to create a support group. Do you have any suggestion of where I can find or post this information? Our home is big enough to get a small group of 5-6 to work out or do whatever. We live in MTL Québec. Thanks everyone for your suggestions :) !!! more

Resolved Question: Professional scrapbooking?

I love scrapbooks for photo, but I have no talent in putting scrapbooks together. I'm just not "crafty" at all and I have no time to learn. I've looked on Shutterfly and they have photo books that you can put together, but I'm not sure of the quality. I don't really like the idea of having a scrapbook that is just a glossy printout on each page, if that makes sense. I like the traditional kind of scrapbooks that have different textures of paper, fabric, etc. Does anyone know if there are any kind of professional scrapbooking services? more

Resolved Question: Looking for some scrapbooking paper.?

Okay, there a is specific brand of Scrapbooking paper that they sell at Wal*Mart. I am looking to find the website or some way to get this paper, since I started a project and don't have enough, but now I can't find it. The brand is NOT Martha Stewart or DCWV, can anyone tell me the brand of paper I'm looking for, or even the link to a website where I can buy it? Thanks. more

Resolved Question: ?Have/Do you have anxiety attacks?

i do, and these are my recounts of the two anxiety attacks that really affected me the most. the other bits are pieces of anxiety here and there that freak me out and ruin my life. please. im cuurious to know if this is how your anxiety feels? my first real anxiety attack. the only one i can swear was real. i was in the local craft store buying stickers and papers for my new found hobby: scrapbooking. Everything was shiny and little and all so overwhelming. My mom and sister asked me if i wanted this sticker or that paper. i couldn;t careless. all i was focused on was this weird feeling in my head. my heart began racing. i got dizzy beyond belief. i fel;t i was going to pass out. my body had been consumed by someone and i was slowing losing myself. like a dream sort of. thats how it felt. my mom came running when she saw me there freaking out. she walked me out to the van and sat with me while i continued freaking out. she checked my sugar, my pulse, even checked my pupils. my heart rate was a little high, but i was physically healthy as could be. this drove me wild. why did i feel so strange, but also be healtthy at the same time. I was at the park. hanging out with my forever friend and a girl who we were mildly aqwuainted with. Everything was gonig fine, and since the last attack i;d been afrtaid to leave my home in fear of another attack, but therei was at the park feeling safe, alive. then i looked up. at all the lwaves, and the trees and the branches. i let my mind wander and fall into the whole idea of being smooshed by trees. i freaked out. i felt ou of it, like unreal, as if someone had just brought me into a night mare. i scratched at my arms to ground myself, to prove to myself i was real, and i needed to calm down, but it was of no use. i told my friend i had to go home and began running. i ran to my house. my feet were numb, i couldnt feel them at all. I felt as if though my body was controllling me, and my mind wanted to escape.thanks. but i am recieving help. well i was at least, and i was diagnosed and i was on prozac. to theperson who also has anixety: is this how yours feel? more

Resolved Question: Can I use a vinyl cutter for paper?

I do a lot of scrapbooking. I was looking at a cricut machine. Then my husband told me I should look at a vinyl cutter because you can do a lot more with it. I read in forums about people making vinyl signs for there cars and things. I don't want to print a picture on it, I just would want a blank cut out shape. Do they do that? Are they all different or do I need to find a specific one? more

Voting Question: starting a small business. need ideas?

Alright so, i have already decided on starting my own business. I want something that i can start out small and then expand when it starts to grow. All i need is an idea of what kind of business to start? any suggestions, ideas, help? It would be a offline business, but i would, of course, have a website also. Things i like/am passionate about:: Horses, Hiking/Camping, Baking, Scrapbooking... but i am the kind of person that, if i do something a few times, i start to like it. So anything would really work... It's always been a dream of mine to run my own business. the area where i will be opening my own business is in Jacksonville MD, which is very populated with equestrian riders. I was thinking about maybe opening a business that relates to horses (my biggest passion in life). But, there is already a small tack shop there... However... I've been in their tack shop, and i really wasnt too thrilled about it. They had a small selection, and there was NOTHING western at all. Don't get me wrong, its mostly english riders around there, but there are still some western riders like myself. Is it ok to have 2 tack shops in the same general area? more

Voting Question: Can someone please give me their opinion on my essay? ten points!?

How is prejudice represented in ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’? In Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird, there are three types of prejudice shown. These are: • Gender Prejudice • Racial Prejudice • Social Class Prejudice The main reasons for prejudice are ignorance, environment, religion and jealousy. Prejudice is treating someone differently because of the way there are, such as race, gender, age, social class etc, prejudice can also be shown if someone has a disability. 1) Gender Prejudice is shown throughout the book as Scout was ridiculed for not acting lady-like. The Evidence to Support this is: Scout always wore overalls and refused to wear dresses or anything girly unless forced to. When she wore a dress, Jem accused her of being ‘too much like a girl’ yet Aunt Alexandra accuses her of not being enough of a girl. Aunt Alexandra says to Scout in one chapter, "We decided that it would be best for you to have some feminine influence”. Scout likes being a tomboy and Aunt Alexandra is trying to change her so that she is a lady. She also expects Scout to play with stoves, tea sets, and necklaces. On page 221, Atticus says that women are not allowed to serve on juries in Alabama. Atticus says that the court would never get a complete a case with women on the jury because women would interrupt to ask questions. Scout feels as if she is being pulled in two different directions by Jem and her Aunt Alexandra. 2) Another type of prejudice was Social Class prejudice. The evidence to support this is: When Aunt Alexandra, Atticus's sister who is living with the Finchs’, tells Scout that she can't play with Walter Cunningham. Walter goes to Scout's school and he is very poor, but Scout still wants to be Walter’s friend. Aunt Alexandra calls Walter ‘trash’ just because the Cunningham's are not like the Finch's. Another example is the way the people in Maycomb treat the Ewells. The Ewells are poor white people who live amongst Negroes. Many people disrespect them as Atticus says, "The Ewells had been the disgrace of Maycomb for three generations" Even though the Ewells are dirty horrible people, they are treated better than the Robinson's just because they are white. 3) In the book there is also Racial Prejudice. The evidence to support this is: Attics Finch, who is Scout and Jem’s father and a lawyer agrees to represent Tom Robinson, a black man accused of raping a white woman. Atticus’ decision to represent Tom Robinson resulted in Scout being verbally abused by the neighborhood. For example, when Mrs. Dubose says, "Your father's no better than the niggers and trash he works for", this is showing that just because Atticus is standing up for Tom Robinson he is being criticized. This prejudice resulted in Tom Robinson being jailed for a crime he didn’t commit, because the jury believed a white woman who was lying over a good gentle Negro. The Radleys also suffer social prejudice because they keep themselves to themselves. At the start of the book, Jem and Scout discover that Boo Radley , Nathan’s son, had once stabbed his father in the leg using scissors while he was scrapbooking. This makes the children nervous and not want to go near the Radley House. At the end of the novel, Boo Radley reveals himself and turns out to be a good man. Conclusion In Conclusion, throughout the novel, people who are of different race, social class, and gender are treated differently than to people supposedly better than them. For example, when something bad happens, a finger always gets pointed at a black man or someone of a lower class. Tom Robinson was singled out and accused of something that he never did just because he was a Negro and everyone believed a white person over a Negro. Aunt Alexandra was also very biased towards Calpurnia because she was black and lower than her. She was also biased towards Walter Cunningham because he was very poor and didn’t want any of her family socialising with Walter. more

Resolved Question: What cutting machine for scrapbooking should I get?

I am doing some scrapbooking (but not alot). I was told I should get a Cricut but they are expensive. I see they have a portable one and that they also have a machine called the Slice. Are any of these worth the price or is there something else? more

Resolved Question: Are there any scrapbooking websites that offer free shipping?

Resolved Question: Just found out after 10 years of working for my company..they are planning on closing?

I feel as if the security blanket that's been wrapped around me..is no longer there. Luckily my boss is great. He's offering to keep paying me until I find a new job. This is not happening for several months so hopefully I will find a new job before this one is gone. I just don't know where to turn! I have been so comfortable here! My question is this. Do I try to find a new job? or take this time to finally try and start my scrapbooking business? In today's economy I'm so scared! I really want to be able to do what makes me happy rather then sitting at a desk watching the time tick by. Life is to short to be unhappy at work. I don't know what to do !! Please help..any advice will be great!! Thanks more

Resolved Question: A scrapbooking question, what should I do?

My daughter is 15 months old and I went through all of her pictures and picked out my favorites to put in her scrapbook. I am doing the whole thing by age from newborn to now, making a page for every month. Well, I am at 3 months old and the 2 pictures I have are pretty small and there is a lot of room. I was thinking to just go ahead and put some 4 month old pictures on the same page but they are all Christmas pictures and I want to do something really elaborate for those. I could put the 5 month old pictures on that page but then the page would be 3 and 5 months and the following pages of Christmas would be 4 months. That seems a little backwards to me. What should I do? more

Resolved Question: Can you answer this question about scrapbooking embellishments?

I bought these embellishments that are thick, kind of carboard material but there are a few i don't know how to use. One is a just a blank heart, I figured I could write on it and stick it next to a picture but it has a little hole in the top, a lot of them do, and I am wondering what the hole is for. It's very small like you would put string through it to hang it or something. I know that's not what it's for. Help. more

Resolved Question: scrapbook question.......?

we have a scrpbooking project at school and we have groups. i am paired with 2 girls. i am a girl too. unfortunately, one of the girls has uhm, sorry to say but different taste with me. i mean, scrapbooking is about being creative right? but all she want to do is sticker, sticker, sticker, me myself tried to use bows, frames, brads and etc but she want only stickers!!... then one day, it turns out.... EW. it's uglyy!!! the paper is expensive right and now it's ugly.i bought the paper whew. i dont want to scrap them out because i will feel bad so IS THERE ANY "MAGIC" STUFF T MAKE IT LOOK BETTER?! PLEASE HELP ME!!! oooh more

Resolved Question: is there a scrapbook question place?

i would like to give and recive info on scrapbooking or other crafts. is there any area where they have hobbies listed?? more

Resolved Question: What is the best printer out there for people that are into photoshop and scrapbooking?

I am into digital manipulation and scrap booking and I have to get a new printer what is the best one for what I am looking for??? I seen the new Kodak out there would that be a good choice ...I need something that is cheap on the ink because I am mainly into black and white and need to get the most out of them so I dont go broke ...please help!!!!! more

Voting Question: Why can't I make good choices in the rashness of the moment?

I feel as if everything I do not only in school but at home with my family is wrong. I'm constantly battling myself, my "friends", if any, and my parents and brother. Why is it that I feel like it's the Me vs. the World...Why can't I change. I need help, i realize that. I continue to trip up and make huge mistakes which are costing me my reputation, or whatever is left of it. I want friends. I want to be liked, and I want people to ask me what I think, or invite me places eagerly and willingly. I want a normal, happy, child life. I'm 14 and all these bad things happen to me, and I KNOW i bring them upon myself...How can I change this. How can I tell myself "No this is wrong" or "Yes, this is the smart thing to say/do/want." I need to know how to make decisions and how to come across as a friendly, loving person. To be honest, I like gardening. And scrapbooking, and I want to write a book on my life, but im 14, so who would buy it, let alone publish it? I am a good writer too. I've done some kick-face assignments for English and I'm great at it. I want to go for a run every morning at 5:00 before school. I want to go to an Italian culinary school. I want to do all these things, but for some reason I don't. I always care what others think, and I'm never myself and I just want to be me. I think the more I'm me, and the more I respect and like myself, the more others will too, so how do I make that first leap from the hated kid in school to that quiet sensitive kid who plays piano and cooks the best Rosemary-Oregano Chicken Picatta ever. So really this is all background information on how I'm doing, so here are my questions: 1--How can I make that first leap 2-- How can I just stop making wrong choices in the rashness of a "popularity" moment. Like...I need to have that 1 minute where I ask myself is this right or wrong...will this backfire on you, will this hurt or help you? Help me remind myself to make that 1 minute. 3-- Help me help myself be a nicer person who is tolerant of others. who doesn't judge or pick on or make harsh judgements before knowing the full story. There's one girl i know, she's new to my school, and EVERYONE loves her. she doesn't have one clique she hangs out with, she loves everyone and everyone loves her. It might be a little late for me to love everyone or them love me, but how can i start to be that all around friendly person? I'm really messed up...Everytime someone says so&so hates you, it used to come as a shock but now I just say "I know"...I shouldn't have to say this. it also kills my mom to see her kid is struggling so please help D: more

Resolved Question: Learning Digital Scrapbooking Techniques to Make Photocards?

I would love to learn the essentials of digital scrapbooking. Mainly I'd love to be able to make photocards such as the type pictured below. (I'm an Etsy addict that there are TONS of amazing photocards being sold on that site). Do you think these kinds of things are constructed using digital scrapbooking techniques, or designed from scratch by very talented designers? Just wondering whether this type of thing is in the reach of someone that is computer savvy but doesn't have a graphic design background (but I'm a quick learner!). If so, any tips or the best way to learn would be awesome and which programs you prefer to use (I've heard good things about Photoshop Elements). http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=29970638&ref=sr_gallery_19&&ga_search_query=halloween+photocard&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=&order=date_desc&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title more

Voting Question: Why do I feel like I can't get up, or feel heavy?

I have been having issues of feeling tired for quite some time now. I have been to the dr. I have had my thyroid checked only to be told it's totally normal, I had my iron levels checked to be told they are totally normal, I even had a complete blood test and a CBC doen for it to come back totally normal. I feel lazy but I am not mentally wanting to be this way, I want to be active like I was once I want to get up and do things but I just can't. Let me tell you how a bad day feels; I get up and it takes me awhile to actually wake up once moving around, I feel heavy and sleepy. I get my husband ready for work and get him out of the house (this is around 9am) and I have 4 kids 11, 7, 6, and 3 all homeschooled, I sit down while they eat breakfast and then feel so heavy I cannot get up, I will litterally sit here until I almost pee my pants because I cannot get my limbs to move to get me up, I am awake, I watch TV but cannot change the channel, it will take me all the energy I have to do it. I cannot get up to make lunch or clean or go outside even. I do have RLS symptoms but do not have insurance so my dr. prescribed me Klonopin but I have yet to try it because I know it will just make the tired not moving feeling worse. I did take Tramadol and it helped a lot for both the legs and the heavy feeling but when I run out and she won't give me more I felt like I was going to die everything hurt. I do not feel depressed I am happy about things, Iove crafting and scrapbooking, I am getting ready to start teaching this to people for the first time which is great I am so happy about that. I am just scared this will happen on a day I need to teach and I won't be able to get there. I have such a hard time even forcing myself to move. I was hoping someone here would have felt the same way and let me know what they did. My MIL said she feels sort of like this but she takes Adderall now for it and that helps but I am worried my dr. will say no to a stimulant, and what would the effects be of stopping that suddenly probably not good.add on: by heavy I do not mean weight, I do not feel overweight I feel like rocks or weights are tied to my body. more

Resolved Question: SCRAPBOOKING ROOM PICTURE?

OK. SO I WAS ONLINE LOOKING AT SCRAPBOOKING ROOMS FOR IDEAS TO REDO MINE AND I FOUND A PIC OF OF THIS HOT PINK AND LIME GREEN ROOM AND THE GIRL SAID SHE JUST GOT A JOB WITH LIL DAVIS. DOES ANYONE KNOW WHAT WEBSITE THIS WAS ON??? PLEASE ( IT WAS ON A PAGE WHERE THERE WAS A BLOG WHERE THE PAGE WRITERS HAVE ALL THESE DIFFERENT ROOMS AND THEY SAY LIKE THE PERSONS NAME AND THEN THERE WAS THIS PINK ROOM... AND SO ON)) PLEASE HELP!!!IT SD SOMETHING LIKE EVEN PINK DOWN TO THE M&MS more

Resolved Question: Cricut Cartridge Rental, Milwaukee WI?

I know there are scrapbooking stores that rent Cricut cartridges daily or weekly, but I was wondering if there are any Milwaukee area (preferably North or West) craft shops that rent out cartridges. (I know it's a long shot to find a Milwaukee resident on here, but the city isn't listed under the local business tab). more