New Layouts

I created two layouts today using MMS. The first one I used "Bliss" by Tinkering Ink and the second one I used "Some Beach" by the Ette's and Company.

I love when I'm able to capture moments with Grandma Great.

Sam's lip was so big after he fell by the pool he could hardly talk.

Ellie at the Cabin

This was a picture of Ellie at the cabin that was really dark so I blended it to brighten it up and eliminate the background. It is so fun to see her personality develop.

Drew's Big 30

Today is Drew's 30th birthday! Words can't describe the love that I have for such an amazing husband, father, and man. I love you and hope you have an amazing birthday.

Happy Belated Birthday Dad!

Happy Belated Birthday Dad! You are the most patient man I know. I love your quiet dry sense of humor - even if I don't laugh all of the time. I love you so much!

Happy Birthday!

Sam at the Zoo

I think Sam was getting bored by the end of our Zoo visit - what do you think!

First Attempt with Blending Modes

I found an awesome website that has great tutorials on blending and other similar techniques. I love their layouts and products. I had fun playing with some of the blending modes with this layout, but I have a lot to learn still.

Getting Started!

I've had several people ask me how to start digi scrapping since I started my blog. So I decided I'd share how I got started and what software I use.

I used to be a traditional scrapper but I hated the mess that came along with it. I have a cousin that started doing it and I loved the look and the ease of doing it. When I started I purchased a software called My Memory Suite by Polaroid. I love this software because it is so easy to use. If you can use email you can use this product. This is the software I would suggest using if you want to start and don't want a learning curve.

I did this layout with the My Memory Suite software.

After a year or so I purchased Adobe Photoshop Elements 6 and I love this software as well. You can do the same things in photoshop that you can in MMS plus more. In PSE you can do more to the photo and you work in layers - so if you start getting more into digi scrapping it allows you to do a few more things. However, this is not a user friendly software. You definitely have to teach yourself through tutorials or take classes.

I did this layout in Photoshop Elements.

I use a Mac and both softwares work on a Mac and a PC. I still use MMS and PSE depending on my mood or the project. If you want to check them out yourself here are the links to the software I use.

MMS and PSE

Pine Creek Layout

It was harder than I thought it was going to be to create layouts for our canyoneering trip. Everything I started to put together just seemed to pull away from the beauty of the canyon. I ended up with something so basic that it feels too simple. I've decided to do a few different projects and then revisit the canyon to see if I can get new inspiration.

Pine Creek

This weekend we went canyoneering in Zions and it was amazing. I thought for sure I would be coming home in a body bag - obviously I survived! I can't even describe how beautiful it was. Here are a few pics and there will be some layouts to follow.

Happy Birthday Nana LuLu!

It was my mom's Birthday on Saturday. She turned.... don't worry mom I won't say. :D My mom is the greatest. She does so much for my family - I don't know what we would do without her. Thank you mom for everything. You are the greatest!!!!! I LOVE YOU!!!!

New Layouts

Ellie is definitely starting to show her personality. Sam has figured out that she copies everything that he does - so of course he teachers her this!

Ellie did great at Little Gym this semester. It was so nice to spend some one on one time with her!

Digi Scrapping

One of the main reasons I decided to start blogging was to share layouts. I love looking at others blogs and getting inspired from their designs. This is my little way to make a small contribution to the creative world!

This was Drew's first Intermountain Cup Race and he did amazing - first place!

For some reason Ellie loves to wear helmets of any kind and has a complete fit when you try to take them off.

Sam had a special Mother's Day program at school. He did such a great job and made me the cutest gift. I loved everything!

I'm Joining the Rest of the World!

I decided that everyone else and their dog has started a blog and it's about time to join in - even if I don't have much to say. So ready or not here I go!