Posted by clikchic on Dec 18, 2010 in
Digi Scraps The elves gave to me…
Ho ho ho! The TWELVE Days of Christmas PRESENTS!
Santa's making a list…
…Checking it twice…
……Gonna find out who's naughty or nice…
………Santa Claus is coming to DSP!!!!!!!
Just be sure you are signed up for the store newsletter to receive the goodies! Click Here for Details
Enjoy 25% off Select Downloadables December 12th through 25th!
Check out our Elves' Choice Specials for savings of 40% off Select Products
Tags: digital scrapbook, Sales
Posted by clikchic on Dec 18, 2010 in
Digi Scraps The elves gave to me…
Ho ho ho! The TWELVE Days of Christmas PRESENTS!
Santa's making a list…
…Checking it twice…
……Gonna find out who's naughty or nice…
………Santa Claus is coming to DSP!!!!!!!
Just be sure you are signed up for the store newsletter to receive the goodies! Click Here for Details
Enjoy 25% off Select Downloadables December 12th through 25th!
Check out our Elves' Choice Specials for savings of 40% off Select Products
Tags: digital scrapbook, Sales
Posted by clikchic on Dec 17, 2010 in
Digi Scraps The elves gave to me…
Ho ho ho! The TWELVE Days of Christmas PRESENTS!
Santa's making a list…
…Checking it twice…
……Gonna find out who's naughty or nice…
………Santa Claus is coming to DSP!!!!!!!
Just be sure you are signed up for the store newsletter to receive the goodies! Click Here for Details
Enjoy 25% off Select Downloadables December 12th through 25th!
Tags: digital scrapbook, Sales
Posted by clikchic on Dec 17, 2010 in
Digi Scraps The elves gave to me…
Ho ho ho! The TWELVE Days of Christmas PRESENTS!
Santa's making a list…
…Checking it twice…
……Gonna find out who's naughty or nice…
………Santa Claus is coming to DSP!!!!!!!
Just be sure you are signed up for the store newsletter to receive the goodies! Click Here for Details
Enjoy 25% off Select Downloadables December 12th through 25th!
Check out our Elves' Choice Specials for savings of 40% off Select Products
Tags: digital scrapbook, Sales
Posted by clikchic on Dec 15, 2010 in
Digi Scraps 
Digital Scrapbook Place are having a 12 days of Christmas Sale! All of my products are 25% off, and to top it off each day there will be an Elves Choice product at 40% Off!
Todays' Elves Choice product is my It's Xmas Page Kit, grab it now at a massive 40% Off!!
Tags: digital scrapbook, Sales
Posted by clikchic on Dec 6, 2010 in
Digi Scraps Enjoy 15-40% Select Previous Year's products introduced in this Calendar Month!!
Grab the Savings Here!
Sale Ends at 11:59PM US EST
Quick Link to Specials: 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009
These are my products on Sale for Missed Em Monday!
Tags: digital scrapbook, Sales
Posted by clikchic on Dec 4, 2010 in
Digi Scraps Time is running out to get those Christmas cards done so I have done a new collection of cards created with my Merry Brrr Value Collection. Coordinate it with your Christmas Layouts by using the Merry Brrr Value Collection for your layouts and these easy ready made cards for your family and friends! Just PLOP your photo under the card layer, add a title or journaling and you are done! Check out the Merry Brrr Plopper Cards at Digital Scrapbook Place by clicking here.
Want something a little different? You might prefer my It's Xmas Plopper Cards also available at Digital Scrapbook Place.
Tags: digital scrapbook, New Releases
Posted by clikchic on Dec 1, 2010 in
Digi Scraps You can produce some interesting selective blur effects with the Lens Blur filter in Photoshop. It is a technique originally created with a specialized camera and sometimes used in advertising images. Following is a quick tutorial on how to create a similar Lens Blur effect in Photoshop. Photoshop gives us a lot more control after the image is taken and how the blur is applied. It is a very effective technique great for emphasising a focal point or drawing the eye to a specific area of your photo.
First, create a selection on you photograph with the Elliptical Marquee tool. (situated on the rectangular marquee button).
Now feather the selection using Feather Selection in the Select – Modify – Feather Selection.
Type in 80 as a feathering range. (can vary depending on photo size)
Click on ok. Your selection may not change much on the screen but it will now be a feathered selection.
Click on Filter – Blur – Lens Blur. This will bring up a window for adjusting your lens blur settings.
Within this window you can adjust your settings. Select invert so that the outside of your subject is blurred. Below are the settings I used, you can adjust yours and experiment with your own settings to get an effect you are happy with.
And here is the final image. I love this effect and I am sure you will find many uses for it as well.
All rights reserved
© Robyn Gough 2009
Do not reproduce without express written permission
Tags: digital scrapbook
Posted by clikchic on Dec 1, 2010 in
Digi Scraps You can produce some interesting selective blur effects with the Lens Blur filter in Photoshop. It is a technique originally created with a specialized camera and sometimes used in advertising images. Following is a quick tutorial on how to create a similar Lens Blur effect in Photoshop. Photoshop gives us a lot more control after the image is taken and how the blur is applied. It is a very effective technique great for emphasising a focal point or drawing the eye to a specific area of your photo.
First, create a selection on you photograph with the Elliptical Marquee tool. (situated on the rectangular marquee button).
Now feather the selection using Feather Selection in the Select – Modify – Feather Selection.
Type in 80 as a feathering range. (can vary depending on photo size)
Click on ok. Your selection may not change much on the screen but it will now be a feathered selection.
Click on Filter – Blur – Lens Blur. This will bring up a window for adjusting your lens blur settings.
Within this window you can adjust your settings. Select invert so that the outside of your subject is blurred. Below are the settings I used, you can adjust yours and experiment with your own settings to get an effect you are happy with.
And here is the final image. I love this effect and I am sure you will find many uses for it as well.
All rights reserved
© Robyn Gough 2009
Do not reproduce without express written permission
Tags: digital scrapbook
Posted by clikchic on Nov 30, 2010 in
Digi Scraps I am just busily adding the finishing touches to my December newsletter and thought I had better post a reminder about signing up for it…because it will be out very SOON!
PSSST… you get a FREEBIE just for signing up and there is going to be an additional freebie in the December newsletter and in future editions of the newsletter as well.
Signing up is of course free and you will get regular updates (no more than once a week but currently twice monthly) of my new products, inspiration, challenges, freebies tips and tutorials and sales.
To get your freebie sign up for my newsletter click here.
If you would rather just receive my blog posts in your inbox, you can sign up for my Feedblitz feed or blog RSS feed. Please note however that you will not get freebies exclusive to Newsletter Subscribers via the RSS feed.
I can't wait to have you as a newsletter subscriber and hope you will enjoy receiving my email updates!
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Posted by clikchic on Nov 29, 2010 in
Digi Scraps Yes Digital Scrapbook Place is having MORE sales! It is Cyber Monday and DSP is celebrating with 30% Off Select downloadables.
PS. Love the frame I used for the above ad? It is one of my Darkroom Art Frames! Check them out at DSP!
Tags: digital scrapbook, Sales
Posted by clikchic on Nov 27, 2010 in
Digi Scraps 
Enjoy 25% off Select Digital Scrapbooking Supplies and Jacquard Keepsakes!
Perfect for Christmas Gifts or even to grab just for the savings! Save 25% on Select Supplies and Woven Keepsakes!
Shop this Weekend with 20% off Select Downloads and 30% off Select Downloads on Cyber Monday!
Tags: digital scrapbook, Sales
Posted by clikchic on Nov 27, 2010 in
Digi Scraps
Enjoy 25% off Select Digital Scrapbooking Supplies and Jacquard Keepsakes!
Perfect for Christmas Gifts or even to grab just for the savings! Save 25% on Select Supplies and Woven Keepsakes!
Shop this Weekend with 20% off Select Downloads and 30% off Select Downloads on Cyber Monday!
Tags: digital scrapbook, Sales
Posted by clikchic on Nov 26, 2010 in
Digi Scraps I had so much fun making these frames! They are inspired by my very own darkroom photographic prints. Yes, I used to have my very own tiny but functional darkroom. I loved working in it for hours on end but now I DO have to say I am totally addicted to photoshop, much less fumes and you have to love that undo button!
They are now available in store at DSP and make sure if you like them you pick them up this weekend during our HUGE Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales!!
Click here to go direct to the frames in store at Digital Scrapbook Place!
Tags: digital scrapbook, New Releases
Posted by clikchic on Nov 26, 2010 in
Digi Scraps I had so much fun making these frames! They are inspired by my very own darkroom photographic prints. Yes, I used to have my very own tiny but functional darkroom. I loved working in it for hours on end but now I DO have to say I am totally addicted to photoshop, much less fumes and you have to love that undo button!
They are now available in store at DSP and make sure if you like them you pick them up this weekend during our HUGE Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales!!
Click here to go direct to the frames in store at Digital Scrapbook Place!
Tags: digital scrapbook, New Releases
Posted by clikchic on Nov 26, 2010 in
Digi Scraps 
Yes! Digital Scrapbook Place is having a MASSIVE 50% Off for Black Friday!
Sale starts Midnight US EST!
60% off select downloadables from 2004-2007
25% off select shippables and jacquards
Free $5 gift certificate with $50 gift certificate purchase (will be emailed by Dec 1st)
Free 3 Month Club Digital Subscription to first first 50 Customers who spend over $50 total purchase (will be emailed by Dec 1st)
No time to shop Black Friday?! Shop this Weekend with 20% off Select
Downloads and 30% off Select Downloads on Cyber Monday!
Tags: digital scrapbook, Sales
Posted by clikchic on Nov 26, 2010 in
Digi Scraps I have been running websites for around 5 years now. It can be a bit of a learning curve at first learning how it all works.
The first thing you need is a domain name. There are many different types of domains most of which are hosted in the USA. They can end in different suffixes such as .com, .me, .us, .net etc. .com domains tend to be the most popular but there are many reasons why you might choose a different ending. Sometimes it might just sound better, or it might separate your domain from someone else's if the one you wanted is already taken. The important thing is, the choice is yours.
Some domains are more heavily regulated. For example, to own a .com.au or .net.au domain name, you must be an Australian registered company or a business with a registered business number (ABN, BRN, BN). The licence requirements for a .com.au and .net.au domain name require your business to be registered for business in Australia.
Do I need a domain name for a blog?
Well that depends on whether you want to host your own blog, or want to use a free service such as blogger. Blogger is a blog hosting service that is totally free and your domain name will be something like http://yourname.blogspot.com should you decide not to use a domain name. However, you can set up a domain name to point to your blogger account, which will give your blog it's own domain name. For example if you wanted to choose the name, groovydomain.com your domain name would be http://www.groovydomain.com instead of the blogspot version of your blog address.
If however you want to host your blog on your own server space, you need a domain name for people to find your blog on the web, kind of like a street address to your little place on the web. The advantage of hosting your blog on your own server space is that you can use your server space for other things, have much more control over what you do and you can host downloads and much more when you have your own web hosting space. I use WordPress to run my blog which is software that you can create your blog with on your own server space. You can host several websites on that web space, with more than one domain if you want to. You can host several different blogs or websites for different purposes and of different types. You can start your own community, with a forum and gallery, or have an informational, store or magazine style site. The possibilities are endless!
Where do I get a domain and Website Hosting?
Like anything there are many options out there and it can be very overwhelming to know where to start. I host my domain names with GoDaddy and have found them to be really good and reliable. They send reminders when your domain is up for renewal and the prices are very reasonable. They have the option where your domain contact details can be kept private also by using Domains by Proxy, or if you are not concerned about your personal details being publicly accessed you can save money by not using that option. If you don't know where to host your domain, GoDaddy would be my recommendation. I have been using them for over 5 years and have never had a problem with them.
One word of warning I can give you in regards to domain hosting, is when purchasing a domain, make sure your hosting company has not purchased the domain on your behalf. Some of the less reputable hosting companies do this so that they own the domain (often they include it as part of your website hosting) and if you wish to change your website hosting, they can hold your domain up for ransom. I would recommend always purchasing your domain name yourself, so you have full control over it.
Website Hosting is also an area of many many options available to you. There are many different services at different prices, traffic levels, limits, software, dedicated, managed or unmanaged hosting and the list goes on. Different people will have different needs and not all hosting will suit everyone. The majority of website owners do not need too many bells and whistles. Unless you get a boatload of traffic, you only need a fairly basic hosting plan. If you want easy software installation, make sure you get a hosting service with Fantastico. It has a ton of software built in that is super easy to install. You can install anything from your blog (eg. WordPress), content management system, eCommerce store (eg. ZenCart) or Forum in just a few clicks. Using Fantastico makes it super easy. Make sure you do a bit of research before choosing a hosting company, it's important to find someone who is reputable and easy to work with.
I use Hostgator for my website hosting and have become an affiliate because I love their service so much. I tried several different hosting companies before switching to Hostgator and found the process of finding someone who had good support, was reliable and reasonably priced a bit of a headache. There is nothing worse than having to change your website hosting because you are not happy with who you are with. I currently Hostgator for hosting a busy Forum and have in the past used it for a busy Digital Scrapbook Community, including forum, gallery and store. I currently also use it for my blogs and a few other websites I run as well.
Hostgator have the very cheap $4.95 web hosting which is unlimited and so reasonably priced, but they have great options for those who need a bit more grunt to their website as well. They are perfect for cheap and reliable blog hosting and they can be so much more as well. They are definitely worth checking out if you are looking for web hosting! Use the code word GREEN to get 20% Off your initial order!
At the end of the day, whether you go with my recommendations or find someone else, the important thing is to do your research. Determine what your needs are, whether a basic hosting plan is going to be enough or whether you need something a bit heavier for your needs. If you are just going to be running a basic blog, the $4.95 plan is going to be great to start with. You can always upgrade if you need a heavier plan over time. With Hostgator you can host unlimited domains for only $7.95 a month. Only need one domain, you can go with the $4.95 plan. The business plan offers even more options. It is probably the best option for an online store as it includes SSL certificates which are important for protecting sensitive info on your site.
You will often see uptime guarantees advertised by hosting companies and it is important, but in my opinion uptime guarantees are all well and good, but more important is how good is the support when just your site goes down, or there is some other problem with your site. By the very nature of computers, things can and do inevitably go wrong.. but having that back up support is all important.
Tags: digital scrapbook
Posted by clikchic on Nov 25, 2010 in
Digi Scraps I know it is now Thanks Giving in the US and I wanted to use this special day to say thank you to all my loyal customers. I am so grateful to have you and LOVE YOU ALL!!!
By way of saying thanks I would like to share with you this freebie. Included in the freebie are three backgrounds and some word art. One of which comes with a US and UK English version for the word Autumn/Fall.
I hope you enjoy my freebie, and hope you know how much I appreciate you guys! It is because of you that I can do something that I love so much!
Just click on the preview below to download the freebie!
Now I don't want a thank you for the freebie! I would love all of you to tell me what in your own life you are thankful for in the post comments.
Tags: digital scrapbook
Posted by clikchic on Nov 18, 2010 in
Digi Scraps Well it is not so Brrr here in Australia but it is pouring down rain right now and our tanks are full! But for those of you in the northern hemisphere where it is a little colder and of course for anyone who wants to get some Christmas scrapping done, check out my latest value collection now in store at Digital Scrapbook Place. I have added a new Add On Pack to the Merry Brrr Page kit and Alpha to make the Value Collection.
Check out the Merry Brrr Page Kit,
The Merry Brrr Add On Pack
And the gorgeous Merry Brrr Alpha!
Grab all three as the Merry Brrr Value Collection and save!
Check out some layouts I have done with Merry Brrr
Tags: digital scrapbook, layouts, New Releases
Posted by clikchic on Nov 17, 2010 in
Digi Scraps Time for another What a Bonus Challenge at Digital Scrapbook Place. If you haven't done my What a Bonus Challenges before, it is a great way to get yourself a free posting bonus, in this case an Add On Pack (mini kit).
For this challenge all you have to do is scrap a layout with either my Beans and Spaghetti Page Kit or Beans and Spaghetti Value Collection. Post the layout in the gallery end of the challenge you will get the Free Posting Bonus. See the forum thread for more details.
Below is the posting bonus for the current challenge. (Don't worry if you don't have time to do the challenge, the bonus will be in the store at DSP very soon!
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