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Quick and Easy Layout - Whale Bones

Published: 11-26-2011 11:32am
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Short on time? Simplicity is key in this layout, Whale Bones! Here's how: (instructions are for a 12"x12" layout but 8-1/2"X12" scrappers can modify for their needs!) 1. Select three different papers. I used two sheets from Basic Grey's Periphery Collection and a large creamy scrap from Crate Paper. Use the patterned design as the background. Center and adhere 8-1/2" x 12" cream sheet of cardstock to background sheet. 2. Use a corner rounder to round top right edge of photo. 3. You will use the third sheet of paper/cardstock as a photo mat and for the strips. Cut photo mat to size leaving a 1/4" border. (Optional step: Before adherin... » Read More

Cover Plain Chipboard with Patterned Paper

Published: 11-26-2011 11:10am
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  Try my tips on covering chipboard and end up with a neatly, finished product!   Cover chipboard with a thin layer of paper adhesive. I like Zip Dry! ... » Read More

Special Delivery Card with Ribbon Flowers

Published: 11-26-2011 11:01am
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    Create this card using this ribbon flower tutorial! ... » Read More

Create Digital Pop Art

Published: 11-26-2011 11:00am
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    Digitally alter the colors of any photo to create Andy Warhol-inspired art with these step-by-step Photoshop instructions! ... » Read More

Print Text in a Circle

Published: 11-26-2011 10:55am
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In order to type a title, phrase, or journaling in a circle and then print it onto a project, just follow these simple instructions! [tutorial is for Microsoft Word] 1. In Microsoft Word 2007, open Word Art (blue slanted Upper Case A) and you will be prompted to choose your preferred font, size, and style. Click OK. 2. The Word Art toolbar opens. Click on "Change Shape" and choose the circle. The initial shape will probably be more oval than circular. Simply drag a corner of the box until the shape is a circle. That's it! Easy peasy! ... » Read More
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