I like to help people find unique ways to do things in order to save time & money -- so I frequently write about "outside the box" ideas that most wouldn't think of. As a lifelong dog owner, I often share my best tips for living with and training dogs. I worked in Higher Ed several years until switching gears to pursue things I was more passionate about. I've worked at a vet, in a photo lab, and at a zoo -- to name a few. I enjoy the outdoors via bicycle, motorcycle, Jeep, or RV. You can always find me at the corner of Good News & Fun Times as publisher of The Fun Times Guide (32 fun websites).
I started scrapbooking when I was in high school. Back then, we only had those old-fashioned scrapbooks -- heavy, rustic-looking albums which contained thick construction-paper type gray or cream-colored pages. We used everything from tape to glue sticks and black photo corners to hold the pictures (and other memorabilia) on the pages in those days. I’ve been scrapbooking the acid-free way since 1993. … [Read more...]
Following are the best places to find fun fonts for your scrapbook pages. I refer to these often -- especially if I'm looking for something really unique and different. Most are free to download (for personal use only). These are my favorite places to find scrapbook fonts: dafont (I like how you can enter the text of your choice to see what it will look like in each font) Scrapbooking Fonts Font Garden Scrap Village 1001 Fonts Font Freak Simply The … [Read more...]
The following video shows 3 fun ways to get your kids involved in making Halloween party invitations. #1 The first is a really clever idea: hand-write all of the details about the party onto a tiny pumpkin. One thing's for sure... everyone will be talking about your Halloween party invitation. And it won't get lost or misplaced! #2 Another fun idea mentioned in the video is to use a Sharpie to write all of the party details directly onto a small Halloween treat bucket, and add a note … [Read more...]
If you're looking for a small Halloween gift or giveaway for a Halloween party, these Halloween gift bags are ideal. Here's an example of one Halloween treat bag you can make. The following videos show just how simple Halloween treat bags are to make. And the best part: they can be personalized any way you like!... More Gift Bags You Can Make For Other Holidays Handmade Valentine Treat Bag Make Easter Treat Bags VIDEO: How … [Read more...]
So, I ask you... do you call yourself a scrapbooker? Or would you rather be called a "life artist"? I've been doing scrapbooks since my high school days in the 80s. Of course, those were the old-fashioned kind using products that were not archival. … [Read more...]
Make fun blocks, corners, and tags for your scrapbook pages using your printer.It's easy and only takes 15 minutes using 8-1/2 x 11 photo paper. Here are the instructions from HP: Black & White Scrapbook Embellishments … [Read more...]
As scrapbookers, rubber stampers, and card makers, we enjoy finding fun ways to utilize photographs in craft projects. Here's a simple way to put 16 of your favorite photos onto a set of playing cards. All you need is some photo printer paper! Instructions from HP: King of Cool Photo Playing Cards … [Read more...]
Some links to help you make fun wedding pages for your scrapbook:How To Make Pleated Wedding Pages Wedding Scrapbook Must-Haves Beautiful Wedding Scrapbook Layouts How To Make A Digital Scrapbook Wedding Album Tips For Putting Your Wedding Memories Onto Paper Wedding Digital Scrapbooking Ideas How To Make A Wedding Scrapbook As A Gift Wedding Scrapbook Layouts Love & Wedding Scrapbook Layout Ideas Fun Things To Include On Wedding … [Read more...]
This is an adorable Halloween card that's simple to make from cardstock. The video instructions are easy to follow, showing you how to make a card that opens up for you to write your message inside. These witch boot-shaped Halloween cards would make great Halloween party invitations too! … [Read more...]
If you make your own greeting cards, then you'll want to know how to make your own matching envelopes too. Here are a couple of helpful videos that show how to make matching envelopes for your handmade cards... Plus, more simple instructions here: Card Making Envelopes - How To Make Your Own Envelopes … [Read more...]
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