Thanks for stopping by! I believe scrapbooking is all about preserving memories. Whether you’re a seasoned scrapbooker or beginner, I think you’ll enjoy what’s in store for you here at the Café. I hope to provide tips, inspiration & information about scrapbooking resources. I’ll also be available to help you tackle any challenges you may face. So, sit a spell, browse the menu categories and enjoy a “fresh cup” of inspiration in the galleries. I look forward to scrapping with you…
Whether you’re a traditional or digital scrapbooker, this is one of the best weekends of the year. It’s time for inter-National Scrapbooking Day/weekend. Many online festivities have already begun and some will stretch into the coming week. What a great weekend for all scrapbookers across the world. While there are no records of when exactly the first National Scrapbook Day was celebrated, it is believed to have been created in 1994 by Creative Memories. It is now celebrated every year…
Have you ever wanted just an outline of a shape in Photoshop Elements (PSE)? This seems like something that ought to be easy to accomplish. However, so many people seem to struggle with this. Most people typically know how to add an outline to a shape. The trickier part is knowing how to end up with just the outline…no fill. I don’t know about you but I frequently use shapes that aren’t completely solid…just an outline. Sort of a cookie…
Blending in digital scrapbooking refers to the process of seamlessly merging different elements, such as photos, papers, or embellishments, to create a harmonious and artistic composition. It can involve adjusting the opacity, layering, and blending modes of these elements to achieve a unique visual effect. Blending is a versatile and creative technique that can take your digital scrapbooking to the next level. Whether you want to create soft and seamless transitions, add texture and depth, or experiment with artistic effects,…
Transform your photos from ordinary to amazing with the power of blending. It’s creative, easy, fun, and will make your family and friends say “Oh my!” If you look up the meaning of the phrase “Blend in” you would find multiple definitions based on the circumstances. For example, as it relates to cooking, it means to add to a mixture or substance and mix it thoroughly. In other circumstances it means to look like one belongs with a particular group…
Last week I posted about weaving paper in digital scrapbooking. That post got very long with all the detail I provided so I didn’t get to talk about how we can weave (intermingle) other elements. As promised, this week I’ll cover some of the other fun things we can do with weaving on digital scrapbook layouts. Before I begin just a quick reminder that I am using the most current version of Photoshop Elements (PSE) – 2024. Some of my…