:GIVEAWAY WINNER: Creating Keepsakes July/August 2012 Issue

WE HAVE A WINNER!

Congrats, Barbara! 

What your email inbox for further details on how to claim your prize.

:GIVEAWAY: Creating Keepsakes - July/August Issue

Creating Keepsakes has another great issue hitting the stands! The July/August issue is perfect for offering up ideas to scrap your way through summer!

Description from CK:
Summertimes means backyard fun and water play, trips and adventures - and for scrapbookers, that means taking lots and lots of photos. In the July/August 2012 issue of Creating Keepsakes you'll find summer scrapbooking tips and inspiration from CK's finest, including:

• fantastic photo tips for scenic and portrait pictures,
• unique mini albums you can create with your kids,
• clever Mad Lib-style journaling tricks,
• creative ways to incorporate scrapbooking into your home decor, and
• creative ways to use supplies you have on hand, such as paper clips and envelopes.

Pick up a copy of this issue and enjoy the lazy days of summer!

GIVEAWAY:

Creating Keepsakes has been kind enough to offer up one copy of this great new issue to give away to one lucky AMOM reader. Simply leave a comment to this post by 5 p.m. on Friday, July 15th, 2012 and you'll be entered for your chance to win.

FOR MORE CHANCES TO WIN, visit the following great blogs:

Paper Crafts Gals (Holly Anderson) - https://www.papercraftsconnection.com/
Piradee Talvanna - https://piradee.blogspot.com/
Mou Saha - https://collagecollagecollage.blogspot.com/

GOOD LUCK!

:GIVEAWAY WINNER: Creating Keepsakes March/April 2012 Issue

I have a winner for my giveaway of the March/April 2012 issue of Creating Keepsakes!

CONGRATS, AILEEN!

Watch your email inbox for further details on how to claim your prize!

Stay tuned for more great giveaways on the AMOM blog!

:GIVEAWAY: Creating Keepsakes March/April 2012 Issue

You're going to love the March/April 2012 issue of Creating Keepsakes magazine! 

According to the CK description, this is what you'll find between the covers:

* new style inspiration for layouts about your family,
* 8 cool techniques to help you "leap ahead" in your scrapbooking,
* clever ideas to scrapbook baby photos (taken recently or not),
* 5 new uses for pigment powder,
* heartwarming ways to celebrate friendship,
* easy-peasy scraplifting tips,
* and more.

GIVEAWAY:

AND, Creating Keepsakes is allowing me to give away a copy to one lucky AMOM reader! Just leave a comment to this post by 5 p.m. CST on Thursday, March 22nd, 2012 and you'll be entered for a chance to win! 

Random.org will choose and I'll announce the winner on Friday.

Would you like FIVE MORE CHANCES TO WIN?? Simply visit these other blogs/bloggers who are also giving away copies and enter their giveaways as well:

Kim Jackson

https://www.jacksoki.com/

Kim Watson

https://kj-starre.blogspot.com/

Adele Beck

https://considerthedayseized.blogspot.com/

Suzy Plantamura

https://suzyplantamura.typepad.com/

The Scrap Review

https://www.thescrapreview.com

GOOD LUCK!!

:GIVEAWAY WINNER: Mamarazzi: Every Mom's Guide to Photographing Kids

CONGRATS, BARBARA!! 

Watch your mailbox for further details on how to claim your prize.

Even if you weren't a winner this time, your really need to check out this book if you're looking for an fun and functional photography idea book!

You can pick up your very own copy of Mamarazzi for only $19.79 at Amazon.com today!

:GIVEAWAY: Mamarazzi: Every Mom's Guide to Photographing Kids by Stacy Wasmuth

Wiley Publishing has recently received Mamarazzi: Every Mom's Guide to Photographing Kids by Stacy Wasmuth.

Every mom who loves taking pictures of their kids and wants to improve their skills NEEDS to get this guide!

One thing that I loved about this book is the down-to-earth writing style of the author. It felt like I was getting personal (and functional) instruction from a friend...rather than an author who wanted to impress with a bunch of hard-to-understand technical jargon.

Another great aspect of this guide are the stunning photographic example throughout the book. I was inspired to try locations, props and poses just from the initial flip-through!

AMAZON DESCRIPTION:

Moms, if you can't seem to take enough great photos of the children in your life, this is the book for you.  Now you can learn how to photograph children with the style, clarity, color, and beauty you see in professional photographs.  This fun guide combines humor with solid know-how to show you how to compose shots, handle cameras from basic compacts to advanced dSLRs, take portraits or candids, create prints that impress, and even work with kids! Packed with beautiful examples and written in a down-to-earth style from one mom to another, this book will help mamarazzis everywhere take better photos.

• Moms are one of the fastest-growing segments of the camera-toting demographic, and the blogosphere has a term for them, mamarazzis
• Mixes information, inspiration, and fun for women who want to take better photographs of the children in their lives
• Explains how to set up a camera and use the controls on basic compacts up to advanced dSLR cameras
• Covers shot composition, determining settings, exposing images correctly, the essentials of printing images, how to process for clear and bright color, and more
• Includes stunning examples of portraits and candids of children

Become a better mamarazzi with this fun and informative guide!

:GIVEAWAY:
Lucky for you, I have a free copy of Mamarazzi: Every Mom's Guide to Photographing Kids to give away to one lucky AMOM reader! All you have to do to enter is leave a comment to this post by 5 p.m. on Thursday, February 2, 2012 and you'll be entered for your chance!

Random.org will choose and I'll announce the winner on Friday!

GOOD LUCK!

:GIVEAWAY WINNER: Scrapbooking Ideas for Every Season from Creating Keepsakes

CONGRATS, DIANE!!

You are the lucky winner of a free copy of Scrapbooking Ideas for Every Season from Creating Keepsakes!! Watch your email inbox for further details on how to claim your prize.

Don't miss out on more great giveaways coming soon! If you haven't already, sign up for updates to the AMOM blog by email subscription or your favorite blog reader through the links in the right sidebar. Maybe Random.org will make your number lucky next time!

:GIVEAWAY: Scrapbooking Ideas for Every Season from Creating Keepsakes

Creating Keepsakes has just released another great special edition, Scrapbooking Ideas for Every Season.

Whether you're just getting started with scrapbooking or have been at it for a while, there are always use for a little extra inspiration. This special issue might be just the ticket.

CK Description:
Showcasing hundreds of scrapbooking ideas to inspire you throughout the seasons, this new special issue from Creating Keepsakes is a must-have resource for your year-round scrapbooking. With plenty of 2-page layout ideas to help you scrapbook more photos in less time, color combinations and patterns to refresh your creativity, season-specifictips for better photo taking, and more, you'll reach for Scrapbooking Ideas for Every Season again and again.

Here's a sneak peek:

Open publication - Free publishing

:GIVEAWAY: 
Would you like to win a free copy of Scrapbooking Ideas for Every Season? Simply leave a comment directly to this post (a reply to your email subscription does not work) by Thursday, January 19th, 2012 to enter for your chance to win!

Random.org will choose and I'll announce the winner on Friday.

GOOD LUCK!!

:GIVEAWAY WINNER: Olfa Scissors

I've got a lucky winner to announce!

Congrats, ColleenB!!

You will soon be enjoying this pair of wonderful scissors...please watch your inbox for further details on how to claim your prize.

Don't miss out on more great giveaways coming soon! If you haven't already, sign up for updates to the AMOM blog by email subscription or your favorite blog reader through the links in the right sidebar. Maybe Random.org will make your number lucky next time!

:REVIEW & GIVEAWAY: OLFA 5-inch Precision Appliqué Scissors

While a trimmer is important tool in every scrapbooker's set of supplies for making straight cuts on a larger scale, it's very helpful to have a small and sharp pair of scissors for more precision cuts.

Olfa is known for high quality cutting products and their new scissor design - the 5-inch Precision Appliqué Scissor - is no exception.

These scissors were designed specifically for working with fabrics and can  accurately cut up to six layers of fabric. Many scrapbookers have been incorporating various types of fabric, trim and stitching into their designs for quite some time, so it only makes sense to add this great pair of scissors to your stash of tools.

They are lightweight, feature stainless steel blades and have wider holes that accommodate up to three fingers for comfort and more control in cutting.

GIVEAWAY:
Here's a chance for you to try them out for yourself!! Simply leave a comment to this post by 5 p.m. on Thursday, December 15th, 2011 and you'll be entered to win.

Random.org will choose and I'll announce the winner on Friday.

GOOD LUCK!!

:GIVEAWAY WINNERS: Stop & Scrap.com

How about some winners? We've got all kinds of them today!

Let's start with our very, VERY lucky winner of a $25.00 gift certificate to the StopandScrap.com just in time to treat themselves to a little holiday shopping...

CONGRATS, Cindy V!!

And...our three $10.00 Gift Certificate winners....

CONGRATS, tina phillips!!

CONGRATS, RachelV!!

CONGRATS, Alisha Gravette!! 

Ladies, please watch your email inbox for further details on how to claim your prize!

Don't miss out on more great giveaways coming soon! If you haven't already, sign up for updates to the AMOM blog by email subscription or your favorite blog reader through the links in the right sidebar. Maybe Random.org will make your number lucky next time!

:GIVEAWAY WINNER: Scrapbooking Holidays & Seasons by Creating Keepsakes

CONGRATS, JODI!!

Please watch your email inbox for further details on how to claim your prize...

If you'd like your own copy of Scrapbooking Holidays & Celebrations, it is available at Scrapbook.com for only $6.99!

Don't miss out on more great giveaways coming soon! If you haven't already, sign up for updates to the AMOM blog by email subscription or your favorite blog reader through the links in the left sidebar. Maybe Random.org will make your number lucky next time!

:GIVEAWAY: Scrapbooking Holidays & Celebrations by Creating Keepsakes

Creating Keepsakes has another great special issue hitting the shelves that you won't want to miss!

Scrapbooking Holidays & Celebrations would make a great holiday gift for the scrapbooker in your life...or get yourself an early gift! You'll be set with inspiration to  keep you scrapping all through the coming year.

Description:
Whether your holidays and celebrations are casual get-together or formal events, this special issue from Creating Keepsakes magazine is sure to be a trusted source of scrapbooking inspiration! The gallery of 50 outstanding ideas is a quick source of scrapliftable layouts, and you'll also discover ways to make your relationships shine on your scrapbook pages, photo-taking tips to catch meaningful moments and details of your celebrations, and journaling ideas to capture the points of view of your loved ones. Learn ways to create easy holiday accents and even ideas for storing your holiday-themed supplies. Pick up this issue today for non-stop scrapbooking inspiration for all your celebrations during the upcoming year!

Check out a sneak peek of this wonderful issue here:

Open publication - Free publishing - More celebrations

GIVEAWAY:
Here's your chance to win a free copy of Scrapbooking Holidays & Celebrations for yourself! Simply leave a comment to this post by 5 p.m. CST on Thursday, November 17, 2011.

Random.org will choose and I will announce the winner on Friday!

GOOD LUCK!

:GIVEAWAY WINNER: Scrapbooking with Fabric & Notions by Creating Keepsakes

CONGRATS, KAREN!!

Please watch your inbox for further details on how to claim your prize!!

If you didn't win, don't despair...Scrapbooking with Fabric & Notions is available for purchase for $14.99 at Scrapbook.com. Pick up your copy today!!

:GIVEAWAY: Scrapbooking with Fabric & Notions from Creating Keepsakes [CONTEST CLOSED]

While I love my regular issues of Creating Keepsakes, I always look forward to their special issues as well. I love these how they take a topic and examine every way that in can be used to make our scrapbooking creations even more beautiful.

Creating Keepsakes new special issue, Scrapbooking with Fabric & Notions, does just that!

Description:
Discover how to enhance your scrapbook layouts using buttons, fabric, thread, and other materials from the sewing world. From using quick, pre-made accent options to creating beautifully sewn backgrounds, we'll help you learn the ins and outs of adding homespun textures to your layouts with patterns, step-by-step instructions, and more. You won't want to miss this "sew" special issue from Creating Keepsakes.

Check out a sneak peek at the issue below:

Open publication - Free publishing - More fabric

GIVEAWAY:
Would you like your very own copy of Scrapbooking with Fabric & Notions from CK? If so, here's your chance! Simply leave a comment to this post by 5 p.m. on Thursday, November 10, 2011.

It's that easy!

Random.org will choose and I'll announce the winner on Friday!

GOOD LUCK!!

:GIVEAWAY WINNER: My Memories Suite 2.0

Better late than never...I have a winner for my giveaway of a FREE copy of the best digital scrapbooking software on the market!

CONGRATS, SMFSPROUT!!

Please watch your inbox for further details on how to claim your prize!

Read more about all the great features of My Memories Suite here.

Don't despair...if you didn't win. 

GET $10 OFF!!

My Memories Suite already has a great price, but I have a $10.00 OFF coupon code for you to try it for yourself! Simply copy and paste the code STMMMS74998 at checkout to receive you discount.

:GIVEAWAY: My Memories Suite 2.0

I've been designing word art pack for My Memories for about 8 months now and it's been a great experience!

While I have continued to create and share my word art freebies with you, I have also loved creating themed word art packs for sale and use with the My Memories Suite 2.0 software (and any other software that supports PNG images).

My Memories Suite 2.0 is currently the #1 rated digital scrapbooking software on the market (according to Top Ten Reviews).

My Memories Suite 2.0 offers an exciting new interface, intuitive features, and a variety of unique designs. For the first time it is being offered via download so users can start scrapbooking immediately!

Here is just a few of the great new features:

• Drag & drop page elements such as embellishments, backgrounds, and layouts from a convenient sidebar with the Resource Gallery.
• Have precise control of your page design with Zoom.
• Position journaling around circular and angled shapes.
• Create your own word art with effects like bevel & emboss, gradients, warping, and more!
• Space elements on your page evenly with advanced align function.
• Search through thousands of embellishments quickly to find the one perfect graphic.
• Layer multiple background papers—perfect for mats, paper strips, frames, and more.
• Combine pages from albums with different shapes.
• Edit your text directly on your page with precision.
• See your effects on your page as you add and adjust them with intuitive preview.
• Duplicate and mirror your pages easily.
• View your page layouts one at a time, or together as double-page spreads.
• Easily share your album with enhanced photobook, calendar, and card wizards.
• Add multiple pictures to your layout quickly with FastFill.
• Burn your creations onto a CD or DVD with better optical device support.

GIVEAWAY:

I have one free copy of My Memories Suite 2.0 to give away to one lucky reader!

To enter, simply visit the My Memories store, pick your favorite digital scrapbooking kit in the store. Leave a link in a comment to this post and tell me what you like about it by 5 p.m. on Thursday, October 27th, 2011 and you'll be entered for a chance to win!!

VISIT THE MY MEMORIES STORE HERE

Random.org will choose and I'll announce the winner on Friday.

GOOD LUCK!

:GIVEAWAY WINNER: Sketches for Scrapbooking: One-Page Sketches Volume 1

CONGRATS, MARTY!!

You'll have some great sketch inspiration on its way to you soon. Watch your inbox for further details on how to claim your prize.

If you'd like your own copy of Sketches for Scrapbooking: One-Page Sketches (vol. 1), it is available at Scrapbook.com for only $17.99!

Don't miss out on more great giveaways coming soon! If you haven't already, sign up for updates to the AMOM blog by email subscription or your favorite blog reader through the links in the left sidebar. Maybe Random.org will make your number lucky next time!

:REVIEW & GIVEAWAY: Sketches for Scrapbooking: One-Page Sketches Volume 1

Sketches are near and dear to many scrappers hearts.

Whether they are simply short on time (aren't we all) or simply going through a bought of scrapper's block, sketches are an invaluable resource.

While I've been a long time of Page Maps from Becky Fleck (volume 1 and volume 2), I've recently discovered another great source for sketch idea books.

They are called Sketches for Scrapbooking from Allison Davis. The volume I am discussing today is her recent first edition for single page designs - Sketches for Scrapbooking Sketches: One-Page Sketches Volume 1.

Here's a list of contents and features:

1. 30 versatile one-page sketches including designs for layouts with anywhere from 1 to 6 photos
2. spiral binding for a functional, lay-flat design
3. a detailed key with each design which:
1. includes an area that differentiates where cardstock and patterns were used (also differentiates between types of pattern such as small pattern, large pattern, stripe, etc.),
2. gives precise size measurements of all major elements,
3. gives measurements for placement of major elements, AND 
4. offers a list of 5+ ideas for possible variations of the design that can be used to stretch the design even further!

While Sketches for Scrapbooking Sketches: One-Page Sketches Volume 1 is certainly a no-frills sketch book (no color or sample layouts included), there are some definite benefits to this...the focus is on the design and allows the user to really bring the design to life with their own photos and product choices.

While this might be Allison's first edition of sketches for one-page layouts, she's got a well-established line of sketch books for 2-page designs and also a couple for cardmaking. Check them all out here.

GIVEAWAY:

Lucky for all of you out there that love using sketches, I have one free copy of Sketches for Scrapbooking Sketches: One-Page Sketches Volume 1 to give away!

Simply answer the following question in a comment to this post by 5 p.m. CST on Thursday, September 29th, 2011 and you'll be entered for your chance to win:

Were you aware of Allison Davis's Sketches for Scrapbooking series before reading this post? If yes, have you previously purchased one of her volumes of sketches?

Random.org will choose and I'll post the winner on Friday.

GOOD LUCK!!

:GIVEAWAY WINNER: Creative Spaces from Creating Keepsakes

It looks like the early bird does NOT get the worm this time...in fact, it is quite the opposite!

CONGRATS, SAMMIE!!

Watch your email inbox for further details on how to claim your free copy of Creative Spaces from Creating Keepsakes!

If you'd like your own copy of Creative Spaces from CK, it is available at Scrapbook.com for only $14.99!

Don't miss out on more great giveaways coming soon! If you haven't already, sign up for updates to the AMOM blog by email subscription or your favorite blog reader through the links in the left sidebar. Maybe Random.org will make your number lucky next time!