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For This I Am Thankful…

Thursday, November 26th, 2009

I am dedicating this post to you, my dear readers. I am grateful for you!

I am thankful for you following my blog.

I am thankful for you leaving heartfelt comments and messages – encouraging me and sharing your stories, your thoughts and sometimes even your struggles.

I am thankful for you spreading out the word through your personal blogs, Twitter and Facebook and sharing posts and ideas you like with your friends and followers.

I am thankful for your patience on weeks in which life happens.

I am thankful for your participation in my workshops and the lovely feedback you are leaving and warming my heart with.

I am thankful for your support in Creativity Prompt via buying the products you need through the links I provide.

I am thankful for you!

Thank you so much!

As a token of my appreciation I am giving you two printable files with labels and journaling tags (you can punch out the tags with a 2″ circle punch):

  1. Lables
  2. Circular Journaling Tags

[To download the files: either click on the links above OR right-click and opt for “Save Target as…” or “Save Link as…”; Print with no scaling on a letter-size cardstock or sticker sheet]

Photoshop Elements Tip – Adding A Hand Drawn Element

Here is how I added the hand-drawn flowers to my tags:

  1. Draw your elements with a black marker on a plain white paper.
  2. Scan your element in high resolution.
  3. Open the scanned file in Photoshop Elements.
  4. Press Ctrl+L or Command+L and tweak your levels, so the white is bright white and the black is pitch black.
  5. You can also use the eye-drop tool on the Levels Menu.
  6. Open a new layer beneath your scanned elements.
  7. With the Quick Selection tool select all the white areas and press Delete. Make sure you are working on the scanned elements’ layer. The checkerboard pattern means this part is transparent.
  8. Save the file as a PNG file – that will keep the transparency attributes.
  9. With the rectangle selection tool select the element you want to use and then press on the Move tool.
  10. Open the file you wish to insert the hand drawn element to, drag and drop your hand drawn element into the file you have just opened. Re-size as needed.

Happy Thanksgiving!

[Due to the holiday – and my limited access to my husband’s MAC… – there will not be a Creativity Prompt this week, but I have included the tutorial above, enjoy! 🙂 ]

Make Your Own Planner Workshop
 “Capture Your Dream” workshop is relaunching as a self-paced workshop. Isn’t it the perfect time for you to capture your dream and make it happen?



Make Your Own Planner Workshop
Check out the new “Make Your Own Planner” workshop and you may solve this year’s holiday gift shopping problem. An affordable workshop that keeps on giving…

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Things I have Been Up To Lately…

Tuesday, November 24th, 2009

I want to share with you some things I have been up to lately.

  1. Make Your Own Planner WorkshopRelaunching. After receiving many requests from my readers I have finally set up a self-paced version of the popular workshop “Capture Your Dream“. That means that you can take the workshop at any time and start instantly. But isn’t this time of year the perfect time to make your biggest dream come true? I think so too.
  2. Creating. I have been busy making stuff, which means I have been busy being way too happy 🙂 “Making Stuff” and “Happy” are synonyms in my book.

    I have been scrapooking:

    Autumn in Mountain view Digital Layout

    [Supply: Penned Words: Autumn By Shimelle Laine; Autumn Apples Polka Dot Papers by Shimelle Laine]

    and I have been making cards:

    handmade cardshandmade cards

    [Supply: Bazzill Kraft cardstock, Basic Grey patterned paper, Hero Arts Heart Winged Butterfly, Artistic Windows & Woodgrain Pattern; Glitz Designs Distress Kit 2 stamp set; Papertrey Ink Polka Dot Basics stamp set; Gems; Ribbon; Crop-a-dile; Eyelets; Corner Chomper; Versamark ink; Clear embossing powder; Heat gun; Rock Candy crackle paint; Pink + Aqua gel pen; Colored pencils; Blender pen; Palette Hybrid ink in Vintage Cream]

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What have you been up to lately? Leave a comment and share.

Make Your Own Planner Workshop
Check out the new “Make Your Own Planner” workshop and you may solve this year’s holiday gift shopping problem. An affordable workshop that keeps on giving…

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Sweet Announcement – I Am On Shimelle Digitals Design Team

Thursday, November 12th, 2009

Shimelle Digitals - CupcakesI have no idea how I was able to contain myself until now, but I’ve made it somehow and now I can finally tell: I have joined Shimelle Laine‘s Design Team.

I will be doing both digital and hybrid projects, using Shimelle Digitals kits.

I love Shimelle. I have been a loyal follower ever since I took my first workshop with her: “Home Sweet Home” which was so awesome it almost immediately followed by another one: “My Freedom”.

I am thrilled to work with Shimelle’s fabulous kits alongside the extremely talented Baker’s Dozen, my teammates:

  1. Allison
  2. Anso
  3. Avital [Hey, it’s me…]
  4. Dolly
  5. Elisa
  6. Helen
  7. Karen c.
  8. Karen m.
  9. Kate
  10. Nadine
  11. Rani
  12. Sheri
  13. Yvonne

This is my first layout for Shimelle Digitals:

Childhood Dream Layout

In this layout I used only the Long and Winding Road Kit and Free Long and Winding Road Add On. Fonts: Clementine Script, VT Portable Remington and Berlin Sans FB; all available at Dafont.com.

Take a look at my teammates layouts (click on the links above) to see how they came up with 12 completely different and totally amazing layouts, all using the same kit!

I guess the possibilities are truly endless…

Keep your eyes open, I will be posting tutorials for some great hybrid projects using Shimelle Digitals kits.

Make Your Own Planner Workshop
Check out the new “Make Your Own Planner” workshop and you may solve this year’s holiday gift shopping problem. An affordable workshop that keeps on giving…

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ATC Swap Reminder

Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009

Artist Trading Card (ATC)
Just a reminder about our ATC swap. The registration will end the coming Thursday at 4:00 pm (PST).

If you want to join the swap, register here.

Leave your Name and e-mail in the comment’s form but not in the comment’s body and say “I’m in” [or anything else you fancy].

After the list of participants will be closed, I will e-mail you with all the necessary details.

So far the following Creativity Prompt readers have joined:

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Reminder: Artist Trading Cards Swap

Thursday, October 29th, 2009

Artist Trading Card (ATC)Last Friday I shared my process of creating this artist trading card (aka: ATC) with you.

In that post I asked whether you will be interested in an ATC swap here on Creativity Prompt.

In the meantime there were a few responses directly to my e-mail.

If you are interested in participating in the swap, please leave a comment here.

Don’t forget to include your e-mail address in the comment’s form so I will be able to contact you with the details. Do not mention your address in the comment itself to avoid possible spammers.

Have a great day!

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New Workshop: Make Your Own Planner || REGISTRATION CLOSED

Monday, October 26th, 2009

This workshop is for 2010, you will find an updated version for 2011 here.

Make Your Own Planner

I am excited to announce my latest self-paced workshop. In this workshop you will make your own planner for 2010.

The workshop will provide you step-by-step instructions to complete the beautiful planner you see above – all at the comfort of your own home. You will also get a full planner kit I designed, in both JPG and PDF files for instant download. I will walk you through the process of putting the planner together, however you will have to handle all the “wow!” you’ll hear yourself.

The planner’s pages are elegant and appeal to any taste. The page templates include:

  • Monthly and weekly planner pages.
  • Shopping list.
  • To do list.
  • A page for information you wish to remember.
  • A page designed especially for sketching creative ideas you come up with throughout the day.

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For only $10.95, less than a price of one designer planner, you will get a beautiful, meticulously designed planner kit. Not only that, but you may also use the kit to create planners for your friends, family and colleagues – a great handmade and affordable present for the coming holidays. You may also alter the JPG files, change their color, add or subtract elements and personalize it with a photo editing program.

What Else Will You Get?

The segments of the workshop are jam packed with tips and suggestions on how to harness your creativity for customizing the planner and make it uniquely yours. You will also find clear and concise step-by-step instructions, paired with large colorful pictures of each and every step – leaving all the guesswork out of the equation.

Immediately after registering to the workshop, you will gain access to the entire kit for instant download. You will also receive the first segment with an introduction and a complete tools and supply list. Note: all the tools and supplies are pretty basic and can be found at your local craft and office supply store. For your convenience, the list contains links to recommended online stores that sell these products.

The following three segments will be delivered to your inbox every day. Just enough time to allow you to complete the former segment without overwhelming you with all the information at once.

In a span of 4 days, you will get all the workshop material and complete your planner (depending on your preferred way to print out the planner kit).

As always I offer each member full support and encouragement.

P.S.: You are going to love this planner… OR your money back!

I am so confident you will absolutely love the planner you’ll make, that I am offering a full money back guarantee. If you are not fully satisfied with the workshop, just send me an e-mail and I will refund 100% of your purchase – no questions asked.

The Details

  • Price: only USD 10.95.
  • Duration: Self paced.
    Instant download of kit and complete delivery of workshop segments in a span of 4 days.
  • Contents:

    • 17 JPG files
    • 10 PDF printable documents
    • 4 workshop segments in PDF file format
  • Special features:

    • Members only forum.
    • Step-by-step photos and written instructions.
    • Unlimited personal use of the planner kit: make as many planners as you’d like.

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Giveaway Alert @ Mod Podge Rocks

Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009

Giveaway Alert @ Mod Podge Rocks
My friend, Amy at Mod Podge Rocks is having a fabulous giveaway and I thought it’d be nice to let you know.

Contest closes at midnight, this Saturday the 26th and 5 winners will be chosen.

Click on the giveaway link above for the rules on how to enter!

[While you are there, do yourself a favor and check the archives…]

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Hero Arts: A Place To Visit. A Company To Love

Monday, July 13th, 2009

Hero Arts: A Plcae To Visit. A Company To Love

Hero Arts is debuting its new web design this week as well as some of its new stamps design. This is a fabulous opportunity to say a few words about Hero Arts. (Unsolicited!)

Why I love Hero Arts?

  • High quality products.
  • Fabulous, innovative designs.
  • Environmentally conscious company.
  • Great source for learning new techniques and coming up with new ideas.
  • Wonderful, friendly and encouraging community.
  • Generous and humble people.

Why would you love Hero Arts

For the past year (probably more than a year) there hasn’t been one week without hundreds of dollars worth of fabulous giveaways… Need I say more?!

show your support

Check out the Hero Arts blog.
Follow Hero Arts on twitter.
Become an Hero Art fan on Facebook.

REMINDER

In the coming week I will be concentrating on the finishing touches for my upcoming workshop: “Capture Your Dream” so I will not be posting any prompts.

Feel free to browse the archives for Inspiration Prompts, Journaling Prompts and Creativity Prompts. There are TONS.

If you are registered to the workshop – make sure to confirm your e-mail address (contact me if you haven’t confirmed it already).
If you are not yet registered to the workshop – be sure to check it out and join – spots are going fast.

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New Workshop: Capture Your Dream || REGISTRATION CLOSED

Tuesday, June 16th, 2009

Workshop - Capture your Dream

Capture your dream is a self paced workshop designed to help you identify your dream, capture it in a beautiful handmade mini-album and pave your way to make your dream come true.

In this workshop you will complete a mixed-media mini-album, which you will create from scratch with things you have lying around in your house or things you can find in your local craft or office supply store.

Each project is propped up by a pdf file with clear step-by-step instructions, packed with valuable tips and techniques and backed with supporting photos.

As always the inspiration and journaling prompts are going to make you think and ponder. You will get fantastic insights not only to your deepest dream but also to the means of making it happen.

Boosted with inspiration prompts, stimulating journaling and motivated by meaningful creative projects, you will capture your dream and follow it toward realization.

“Capture Your Dream” will show you…

  • How to make your own fabric covered and embroidered mini-album.
  • How to use different mediums for your album’s pages (i.e. felt, transparency, cardstock and more.)
  • Different ways to include your journaling on your scrapbook pages.
  • Different ways to add layers, texture and interest to your layouts.
  • How to inject meaning into your projects with tactile and visual similes.
  • How to get chronological perspective through journaling.
  • How to communicate and work side-by-side with your dream.

    • and many more…

I am offering personal guidance and support to each participant on each step of the way, everything to make you feel like I am sitting right by your side.

Do you want to capture your dream in a significant and expressive way? Join now and get one step closer to making your dream come true!

  • The workshop is self paced. You will receive the first segment (Introduction & Supply List) immediately after registering.
  • The duration of the workshop is 6 weeks (5 lessons per week). That’s 30 lessons delivered right to your inbox!!!
  • Format of the lessons – Downloadable pdf. files – including templates, instructions, supporting photos and supply list with live links to the products.
  • Price – USD 50.00

Hurry up and register now to secure a place in the workshop. Unfortunately, I need to limit the number of participants in order to provide the individual attention each participant deserves.

P.S.: You are going to LOVE this workshop… OR your money back!

I am so confident you are going to love this workshop that I am offering you a full money back guarantee. If for any reason you are not fully satisfied with the workshop, just send me an e-mail and I will refund 100% of your purchase. No questions asked.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: The workshop is pretty intensive what if I’m too busy for 5 lessons per week? OR I’m going on vacation soon and would miss some of the lessons.

A: No problem. The format of the lessons allows you to take them at your own pace, whenever it is convenient to you. You can take one lesson every day or take several lessons during the weekend or in an afternoon. I will still be available for you to answer questions and offer support.

Q: Will there be a special forum for the workshop’s members? I’d like to connect with other members.

A: Absolutely. The workshop is going to have a private forum for its members and you are welcome to participate in it, ask questions, communicate with other members, share thoughts and even include links to your workshop related work. I will be active on this forum too 🙂

Q: Will I have to buy special tools and supplies for the workshop?

A: As scrapbookers you probably have most of the tools and supply needed for the workshop. About 10 days before the workshop starts I will send each participant a complete tools and supply list.

Q: What if I don’t like the workshop?

A: I cannot imagine this happening 😉 Now seriously, in case you are not happy with the workshop for any reason, drop me an e-mail by the end of the workshop and I will refund 100% of the purchase price.

Testimonials

  • “Sad not to be getting any more of your e-mails. I am still working on my mini album and will let you know when I post on my blog. Just wanted to let you know that I learned a lot of new techniques from your course. I don’t like to sew, so I adapted those parts and did with paper instead. Also, I feel like I now have an organized plan for my dream which is one of the most difficult parts to do. Sometimes you just don’t know how to actually begin to do something. Putting it down on paper helped me a lot.”
  • “It was wonderful and I recommend it to EVERYONE! You are fantastic … always quick with a kind word … and help! Thanks so much!”
  • “Today I was looking through my childhood memories when my 12 year old daughter joined me. It was so nice to share these memories and my dreams with her. A wonderful side effect of the workshop!”

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Will Be Back Soon

Friday, May 29th, 2009

Hawaii

It turns out I am allergic to Hawaiian mosquitoes.

Unfortunately, Hawaiian mosquitoes are quite fond of my blood…

Therefore I’ll have to take some time off, but I will be back very soon – so stay tuned.

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