Using A Page Builder with your MMS software

Today I wanted to share with you something really cool I found in the MyMemories Digital software store. They are called "Page Builders" by Albums to Remember.
I started using these right after they were released in the store. Why? Because they are SUPER easy, it's super quick to make a page layout, and my pages still look nice and put together!!
Let me show you an example...

This is Page Builder #36 (4 pages of layout template. only $1.99!!) which can be found here: 
https://www.mymemories.com/store/display_product_page?id=ARBP-AT-1203-12925

(credits for layout: Page builder #36 by Albums to Remember. Papers and embellishments from "All in a Day" kit by Albums to Remember.)

All I did is change my paper colors and added a couple really simple embellishments. Thats it!! It's so easy!! The great thing about the page builders is that you can make it as easy or as detailed and complicated as you want it to be!! Because of these page builders, I'm able to keep up with my weekly scrapbooking layouts for the year.

Want to try out a page builder?
Go to the MyMemories store here:  https://www.mymemories.com/store/designers/Albums_to_Remember 
and browse thru all the page builders that Barb with Albums to Remember has made-there are alot of choices!!
After you buy one and go thru the check out procedures, you will need to download the template into your MyMemories software.
Next, open your software and click on "create album from designer template", scroll down to select the page builder number you just bought, and then "pick and click" to manually select and add photos to your album.
Then you can begin to personalize your page builder and add the pictures to create your page!
If you have any problems or questions, the MyMemories Facebook page or the Albums to Remember Facebook page are great places to get help and ask questions.
Enjoy and let me know if you like using you page builder.  

CatDesignz Summer Stroll Blog Hop!!

Welcome to the CatDesignz Summer Stroll Blog Hop!!

So glad that you could join us!!

Here are your blog hop stops:

www.CatDesignz.com Catherine

www.scrapbookingwithann.blogspot.ca Ann
http://321Scrap.blogspot.com/ Diane
http://linda-mommiesplaceofplay.blogspot.ca/ Linda
http://www.secretsmilephotography.com/news/ Lisa
http://throughmylensdly.blogspot.com/ Dawn
http://www.byhelengullett.blogspot.com/ Helen
www.crafts-n-fitness.blogspot.com Rachel ***YOU ARE HERE***
http://designsbymarieh.com/blog/ Marie
http://coastalscrapbooks.blogspot.com/ Sharon
http://magsgraphics.blogspot.com/ Mags

And here's your freebie quickpage!! Just click on the link below to download...



https://www.mymemories.com/store/display_product_page?id=CDCR-QP-1207-17528&r-CatDesignz


Make sure you check out CatDesignz MyMemories store page to check out all her super cute kits, quickpages and templates!!
https://www.mymemories.com/store/designers/CatDesignz

Purse Cards-FREE until June 30th!

Today I have a great freebie for you!!  Purse Cards!

Think tea parties, bridal showers, baby showers, baby announcements: the possibilites are endless what you can do with these cute cards.  They even work great as a fun dress-up for little girls.

Enjoy!!!

PS-You don't have to have MyMemories Digital software to be able to make these cards!! You can download them as an external file and create your purse cards that way. or you can download a FREE trial version of MyMemories from their website: www.MyMemories.com. If you want to purchase this awesome software-make sure to use my special code: STMMMS18853 so you can save $10 off the software AND receive $10 merchandise credit. 

Now onto making some purse cards!!

 

http://www.mymemories.com/store/share_the_memories_kit_1

http://www.mymemories.com/store/share_the_memories_kit_2

http://www.mymemories.com/store/share_the_memories_kit_3

Using MyMemories Software to Customize your Purse Cards
 

1. Download template file and install it into your software
2. Using MyMemories Suite, choose Create Album From Designer Template and find your project
3. Now you can print and enjoy the provided template, or customize it with your own papers and embellishments.

TIP:
You can right-click on the white guide and lock it in place to keep it from moving while you are working. Make sure this is the top layer of your project before printing.

Instead of adding the paper as a background paper, you can add it as an embellishment so that you can move the paper around.  This is especially useful when using papers with stripes or circles, so you can decide which part of the paper you want to use.

Once it is added as an embellishment, you can now select the paper and move it into the position you want it.


Just SAVE and PRINT on cardstock!
 

Purse Card Tutorial

1.  Print your Purse Card templates on cardstock and gather supplies.  (Recommended supplies: small craft scissors, bone folder, 8-12" of ribbon, stapler, tape or velcro)
TIP: To print your information on the inside create another page with the template in place.  Put all your text and embellishments in (leaving a little room on the edges) and then remove the template right before exporting or printing the inside page on the back of the first.  This will keep from having to worry about if the templates line up exactly when cutting out your card.


2.  Using the scissors cut along outside line.



3.  Fold card at indentations.
TIP: Using a bone folder will help you get crisp edges on your project.


4.  Repeat by folding down top flap.


5.  Staple ribbon to both sides of your card on the inside to look like a strap or handle.


6.  Enjoy the finished cards and share.  Don't forget to use your imagination.  The possibilites are endless!



Don't forget to visit their website for more details on this digital scrapbooking software: http://www.mymemories.com/digital_scrapbooking_software and make sure to use my special code: STMMMS18853 to save $10 off the software plus $10 of merchandise credit!!  

The Bumble Collection Erica Carryall diaper bag review

Today I wanted to do a product review for the Erica Carryall Bumble Collection diaper bag. I have several Bumble collection products, including different size bags, carseat cover and playmat. I love these products! They are fashionable, sturdy and WASHABLE!!
The Erica Carryall
Features

• Water Resistant & Stain Resistant
• Hard Bottom
• Matching Stroller Straps
• Coordinating Pacifier Pod
• Adjustable & Removable Shoulder Straps
• Soil proof change pad
• Matching Shoulder Strap Pad
• Multiple pockets: two interior bottle pockets, two exterior drawstring bottle pockets, one exterior back pocket, one interior zipper pocket and four flat pockets for diapers and wipes.

Measurements: Length: 16 inches x Width: 5 inches x Height: 11.5 inches

Please visit the website for pricing and complete details: 

http://www.thebumblecollection.com/bumble-collection/diaper-bags/erica-carryall/erica-carryall-in-evening-bloom.html

Below are some pictures I took of the empty bag and then how much it will carry with all the toddler stuff I carry in my diaper bag.

I also took a video to show you more specifics about the bag and all the fun little pockets!
Please go to The Bumble Collection facebook page to view my videos.. thanks! :-)

My Growing Season product review

Hello again!! Today I wanted to do a product review for this ADORABLE soft quiet book I got in the mail this week. 

The company is called "My Growing Season" and they describe their products on their website as, "Classic cloth interactive quiet books and soft toys are designed to spark learning, develop motor skills, and embrace educational play.  Ideal for church, travel, appointments, visiting relatives, or any place a busy day takes you."

Their facebook page is: https://www.facebook.com/pages/My-Growing-Season-Quiet-Books/154709967882580 and their website is: http://mygrowingseason.com/

I ordered this book on May 22 and got 15% off by using "Freebies2Deals" website coupon code. (The promo code for 15% off has expired now, but keep checking their facebook page for more sales!)

It came the next week so I was impressed by the fast shipping. 

When I opened up my package, this is what it looked like: 

How cute is this??!! It was wrapped in thick cellophane which first, makes it easy to give as a gift immediately and second, ensures that water leaking thru the mailing package will not damage the book. Brilliant!! 
Second, I was surprised to see an envelope with my first name on it-how personal is that?! Inside was a front/back business card handout with their company name and website and a brief note thanking me for my order and saying that they "replace missing pieces". How cool is that?! Now I don't have to stress if I lose a ladybug piece! 
I was just really impressed with the little customer service things with the packaging (complete with ribbon tied on the top) and my name on the card, making the note much more personal in my opinion. Its not very often that I feel a company appreciate my business or goes out of their way to do nice details. 
This is what it looks like outside the packaging:

I love the zipper-it opens and closes very nicely-very sturdy! Again, I won't have to worry about pieces falling out like a traditional soft book or flannel story book. The padded thick handles are so cute and would be easy for any child to hold onto their book.
Here are some views of the inside of the book:

The pieces easily come in and out of the slots. This book was not cheaply made or thrown together! The sewing and detail work are amazing!! Well worth the money-with or without a coupon code!! I can't wait for my son to enjoy this quiet book at church. Thumbs up to this company! 

Book review of Daisy by Josi Kilpack

I thoroughly enjoyed reading “Daisy” by Josi Kilpack which is book 2 of the Newport Ladies Book Club. I actually found it so enjoyable and relatable that I stayed up late just to be able to finish the book in one night.

This book would be considered Christian Fiction but is not preachy or unrealistic in any way.

I like that some of the same scenes in the first book “Olivia” were also in the book “Daisy” but obviously from another characters perspective. Because the book “Daisy” takes place during the same time span as the first book “Olivia”, I don’t think it would matter what order you reads these books, or if you even read all the books in the series. Of course, I don’t plan on missing any of the books in this series! :)

I laughed and cried during the first book, and this second book didn’t disappoint.  I wish I could tell you more character specifics about book 2-Daisy, but I don't want to spoil it for you so I guess you will just have to read it on your own!! :-)

I absolutely can’t wait to read book 3!! If you want to find out more about this series, go to www.thenewportladiesbookclub.blogspot.com 

If you scroll down to my blog in March, you can read my book review of the first book, Olivia.

Let me know what you think of this book after you read it.

FREEBIE for everyone-expires tonight!

I have a scrapbooking quickpage freebie for you!!

Its only free until midnight tonight so grab it quickly!!

Click on this link below to add the freebie to your cart-don't forget to check out.

Then please leave some love below so the designer CatDesignz will know you grabbed and like her freebie!!

Maybe we will have more scrapbooking freebies from her in the future!! ;-)
http://www.mymemories.com/store/display_product_page?id=CDCR-QP-1205-16082&r=CatDes​ignz