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Wednesday, October 12, 2011

:SPONSOR: Masterful Scrapbook Design from Get it Scrapped!

I'm proud to have Get It Scrapped as a sponsor of the AMOM blog and I know that I've reviewed and featured several of the eBook and online class offerings in the past, but I want to tell you about something a little different that they offer as well this month.


Get it Scrapped! also offers a monthly subscription series called Masterful Scrapbook Design.

Debbie's description:
If you’ve found it downright intimidating to look at a blank page and wondered how you’re going to start putting photos, words, and supplies together, you’re not alone. At Masterful Scrapbook Design you learn that designing awesome-even masterful-scrapbook pages is not difficult when experienced designers lay out the terrain and then share proven techniques for navigating that terrain. Every month you’ll study with 4 guest teachers alongside our core teachers. You’ll get a 30+ page “seminar” that kicks off the month and then attend (or listen to recordings of) 4 webinars (one with each teacher), receive 6+ focus lessons, and access 60+ annotated layouts.

Successful page designers break it all down...and you immediately start applying proven design techniques to your own scrapbook pages!

Each and every month, Debbie and other master scrapbooking artists explore a different aspect of our wonderful hobby.

Here's a complete list of topics covered by Masterful Scrapbook Design:
September 2010: Color
October 2010: Layering
November 2010: Details
December 2010: Events
January 2011: Journaling
February 2011: Titles
March 2011: Inspiration
April 2011: Patterned Paper
May 2011: Stash Busting
June 2011: Photos
July 2011: Fast Starts
August 2011: Smorgasbord
September 2011: Design Play

Here are a few of the upcoming topics:
November 2011: Texture & Dimension
December 2011: The Scrapbook Page Canvas
January 2011: Focal Points

Subscription options:
#1 - You can start your subscription with the topic for the current month for only $12.50 per month. The topic for October is "Pages that Record Current Events, News, Trends, Fashions, Fads and More."

#2 - You can start your subscription with the topic for the current month PLUS access to ALL the archived months (currently a $228 value) for only $125 today and $12.50 per month thereafter.

ALSO, if there are only certain archived issues that you wish to have access to, you can order them on an individual basis for only $16 each.

I've been a subscriber for quite some time and can't even begin to tell you how much I have gained from this "course." There is SO MUCH material each month, it is honestly hard to get through it all and certainly an AMAZING value at only $12.50 per month for the subscription. I absolutely LOVE having access to the archived issues as well because I can go back are reference anything I wish as I need it. It's a wonderful program!!

I definitely recommend Masterful Scrapbook Design to anyone who wants to grow and expand their talents within this wonderful hobby of scrapbooking. 

With Masterful Scrapbook Design, you are learning from the masters of the scrapbooking industry such as Lisa Dickinson, Jenni Bowlin, Lain Ehmann, Paula Gilarde, Celeste Smith, Noell Hymann, Katrina Kennedy, and many, many more.

Check out Masterful Scrapbook Design today!!
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Saturday, September 10, 2011

:GIVEAWAY WINNER: Don't Say Cheese! from Ella Publishing

I apologize that I'm a little late in announcing the winner of this week's giveaway...been a busy week.



CONGRATS, SHERRY!
Please watch your inbox for more 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 left sidebar. Maybe Random.org will make your number lucky next time!
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Thursday, September 8, 2011

:SPONSORS: September 2011 AMOM Sponsors

ELLA PUBLISHING CO.

Don't Say Cheese! is the newest eBook offering from Ella Publishing Co.

Ella description:
In Ella's longest eBook to date, Rebecca Cooper is back with a new photography guide that's all about taking photos of kids. This 52-page downloadable eBook is packed with 247 tips, tricks, and ideas to help you capture your children's real smiles and authentic expressions—images that show who they really are (and go far beyond asking a child to just "say cheese").

Drawing on Rebecca's years of professional experience with little kids' photography, this eBook is divided into sections specifically for children, toddlers, babies, and newborns. With all this, plus the bonus Photo Games and Checklists section, you'll be capturing real smiles in no time at all—and having a great time with your kids along the way. Save the cheese for your pizza and try Rebecca's tips for photographing children instead!

In case you missed it, I posted a preview of this issue on Monday and you have until 5 p.m. CST today to enter for a chance to win a free copy. Enter by leaving a comment to Monday's post.

GET IT SCRAPPED

Scrapbooking Travel is one of the newer course offerings available at Get it Scrapped!

Here's a brief description form their website:
"Chronicling your travels on scrapbook pages allows you to relive the trip even when you’re back home. Photos, memorabilia, facts and journaling impressions are all part of making scrapbook pages that capture the trip."

I posted a review detailing a bit more on the contents of the class previously on the AMOM blog. Check it out here.

See other current class offerings in the Get It Scrapped! box in the right sidebar!

NICOLE LOMBARDO

Nicole's always got great new die cut designs available at her Etsy shop...and old favorites in new colors and textures as well.

This month, this Heart with Wings Scroll design caught my eye. This particular scroll design is currently available in black and red as well.

Check out her store for more great items!

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WOULD YOU LIKE MORE INFORMATION ABOUT BECOMING A SPONSOR OF THE AMOM BLOG? If so, please contact me and I would be happy to provide you with further details.
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Monday, September 5, 2011

:REVIEW & GIVEAWAY: Don't Say Cheese from Ella Publishing [CONTEST CLOSED]

What is the most personal element that you can add to any scrapbook layout?

Photos, of course!

Isn't it all of our wonderful moments and memories caught on film that got us wrapped up in this wonderful hobby of scrapbooking, after all?

Well, I don't know one scrapbooker that doesn't strive to make the most of their photos and Ella Publishing has a great new eBook available to offer you all the tips and tricks you need to really make your photos shine called Don't Say Cheese! written by family and children's photographer Rebecca Cooper.


Description from Ella:
In Ella's longest eBook to date, Rebecca Cooper is back with a new photography guide that's all about taking photos of kids. This 52-page downloadable eBook is packed with 247 tips, tricks, and ideas to help you capture your children's real smiles and authentic expressions—images that show who they really are (and go far beyond asking a child to just "say cheese").

Drawing on Rebecca's years of professional experience with little kids' photography, this eBook is divided into sections specifically for children, toddlers, babies, and newborns. With all this, plus the bonus Photo Games and Checklists section, you'll be capturing real smiles in no time at all—and having a great time with your kids along the way. Save the cheese for your pizza and try Rebecca's tips for photographing children instead!

Here's a few pages to give you an idea of all the wonderful ideas (and photo samples) inside:




There are five sections: Natural Newborn Photos, Beautiful Baby Photos, Terrific Toddler Photos, Authentic Kid Photos and Photo Games & Checklists.

Each section starts out with an amazing list of tips and tricks and is followed by an array of amazing sample photos. Each sample photo include a "How I Got the Shot" commentary from the author and specific camera specs.

At the end, there are four checklists of 25 shots to take of your kids...one for each season!

GIVEAWAY:
I have a free copy of 
Don't Say Cheese! to give away to one lucky reader. Simply leave a comment answering the following question by 5 p.m. (CST) on Thursday, September 8, 2011 and you'll be entered for a chance to win.

Do you have difficulty getting natural expressions out of your photo subjects? Do you have any tried and true technique for getting a 'keeper'?

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

GOOD LUCK!!
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Friday, August 19, 2011

:GIVEAWAY WINNER: American Crafts Campy Trails Prize Pack #2



CONGRATS, BRIANA!!
You're the winner of a great prize pack of items (1/2 of the items shown in the photo below)! Please watch your inbox for 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 left sidebar. Maybe Random.org will make your number lucky next time!
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Monday, August 15, 2011

:SPONSOR GIVEAWAY: American Crafts Campy Trails Prize Pack #2 [CONTEST CLOSED]

I am proud to have American Crafts as a sponsor of the AMOM blog for the month of August!

I have one more prize pack of AC's amazing Campy Trails collection to give away to a lucky reader.

Here's a preview of ALL the items I had to share...half went to lucky reader Victoria H. last month and the other half is still up for grabs...


Prize Pack #2 will include:
12 patterned papers
2 sets of chipboard thickers
1 stamp set
3 packages of various coordinating embellishments

TO ENTER:
All you need to do to enter is leave a comment to this post by 5 p.m. on Thursday, August 22, 2011:

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

GOOD LUCK!
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Friday, July 22, 2011

:GIVEAWAY WINNER: American Crafts Campy Trails Prize Pack #1



CONGRATS, VICTORIA H!!

You will soon have a great prize pack of American Crafts Campy Trails products on their way to you! Watch your inbox for details on how to claim your prize.


If you didn't win this time, don't worry...the Campy Trails collection is still available at Scrapbook.com.

Also, 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!
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Monday, July 18, 2011

:SPONSOR GIVEAWAY: American Crafts Campy Trails Prize Pack #1 [CONTEST CLOSED]

I am proud to have American Crafts as a sponsor of the AMOM blog for the month of July!

Since July and August are prime months for camping in my neck of the woods, I requested to host prize pack giveaways of AC's amazing Campy Trails collection.

Here's a preview of ALL the items I have to share with two lucky readers of the AMOM blog. Half of the pack will be given away this month and the half next month.


Prize Pack #1 will include:
12 patterned papers
2 sets of chipboard thickers
1 stamp set
3 packages of various coordinating embellishments

TO ENTER:
All you need to do to enter is answer the following question in a comment to this post by 5 p.m. on Thursday, July 22, 2011:

What is your favorite camping memory?

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

GOOD LUCK!
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Sunday, July 10, 2011

:SPONSORS: July 2011 AMOM Sponsors

AMERICAN CRAFTS



I'm proud to have American Crafts is a sponsor for the AMOM blog again this month.

You'll want to stay tuned again this month for another great giveaway of wonderful American Crafts products as I've got a box of goodies from their Campy Trails line on the way to me right now.

Don't miss out...

GET IT SCRAPPED

Scrapbooking Travel is one of the newer course offerings available at Get it Scrapped!

Here's a brief description form their website:
"Chronicling your travels on scrapbook pages allows you to relive the trip even when you’re back home. Photos, memorabilia, facts and journaling impressions are all part of making scrapbook pages that capture the trip."

In case you missed it, I posted a review detailing a bit more on the contents of the class last month. Check it out here.

See other current class offerings in the Get It Scrapped! box in the right sidebar!

NICOLE LOMBARDO

Nicole's always got great new die cut designs available at her Etsy shop...and old favorites in new colors and textures as well.

This month, this Heart with Wings Scroll design caught my eye. This particular scroll design is currently available in black and red as well.

Check out her store for more great items!

ELLA PUBLISHING CO.

Scrapbooking Your Single Years is the newest eBook offering from Ella Publishing Co.

Ella description:
Alternate title: An eBook about loving your life while looking for love.

CAUTION: This eBook is only suitable for those who are either currently or formerly single. (Luckily, that means everyone!)

Newcomer author Stephanie Baxter brings you a 30-page guide to capturing all aspects of your single years—whether you're in the midst of them or they're long in the past.

See great ideas for scrapbooking whom you spend time with, where you live, the things you love, your hopes and fears, your greatest achievements, and more. Enjoy beautiful layout examples from crafty singles in their teens, 20s, 30s, and 40s! You'll also love seeing layouts from a few former singles who are scrapbooking about their past lives as singletons.

The ideas in this eBook can be adapted to any stage of life, helping you scrapbook about yourself right now, or back then, and capture memories that matter.


Keep an eye out...I'll be posting a review and giveaway on this new ebook soon!
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Monday, June 13, 2011

:SPONSOR GIVEAWAY: American Crafts Margarita Prize Pack II [CONTEST CLOSED]

I am proud to have American Crafts as a sponsor of the AMOM blog for the month of June!

Last month, I gave away a great prize package of items from their new Margarita line and this month I have a second prize pack from the same line to give away (all different items) which AC has so generously provided.


This lovely prize pack includes:
12 patterned papers
1 set of chipboard thickers
1 stamp set
1 booklet of letter stickers
1 package of dimensional stickers
1 package of plastic flower brads
1 package of decorative tags
1 package of layered embellishments
1 package of stickers
1 package of paper flowers
1 package of badges

TO ENTER:
All you need to do to enter is answer the following question in a comment to this post by 5 p.m. on Thursday, June 16, 2011:

What is your favorite flower?

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

GOOD LUCK!
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Wednesday, June 8, 2011

:SPONSOR: Ella Publishing Scrapbook Challenges Bundle

I am so proud to have Ella as an AMOM sponsor as I LOVE all things Ella. When Simple Scrapbooks went away, I was so sad and Ella filled that void by offering me endless inspiration and instruction that followed the tradition of simple scrapbooking that I love so much.

That is why I wanted to make you aware of Ella's first bundle offer - the Scrapbook Challenges Bundle - which is available now at a great price of only $13.47!

The bundle contains three inspiring Ella titles including Scrapbooking the Everyday, How to Scrapbook your Personal Heritage and Creative Ideas for Events and Holidays


If you were to purchase these title individually, it would cost you $4.50 more, so this would be a wonderful opportunity to check out what Ella has to offer if you haven't already. OR, if you already love ELLA, but don't have these newest titles, it's a great chance to save some $$!
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Friday, June 3, 2011

:SPONSORS: June 2011 AMOM Sponsors

AMERICAN CRAFTS

I'm proud to have American Crafts is a sponsor for the AMOM blog again this month.

You'll want to stay tuned again this month for another great giveaway of wonderful American Crafts products as I've got a box of goodies from their BRAND NEW Margarita line on the way to me right now.
Don't miss out...

GET IT SCRAPPED

Scrapbooking Travel is one of the newer course offerings available at Get it Scrapped!

Here's a brief description form their website:
"Chronicling your travels on scrapbook pages allows you to relive the trip even when you’re back home. Photos, memorabilia, facts and journaling impressions are all part of making scrapbook pages that capture the trip."

In case you missed it, I posted a review detailing a bit more on the contents of the class last month. Check it out here.

See other current class offerings in the Get It Scrapped! box in the right sidebar!

NICOLE LOMBARDO

Nicole's always got great new die cut designs available at her Etsy shop...and old favorites in new colors and textures as well.

This beautiful scroll in its lovely green shade called "Fly Away" has me dreaming of springtime layouts. This particular scroll design is available in a variety of other colors as well.

Check out her store for more great items!

ELLA PUBLISHING CO.

Scrapbooking the Everyday is the newest eBook offering from Ella Publishing Co.

Ella description:
"Life's littlest and most magical moments can be very easy to overlook. But no longer! Elizabeth Dillow and Tina Cockburn are here to help you scrapbook your regular days with simplicity and style.

Join the fun as Elizabeth and Tina tackle 12 unique scrapbooking challenges, creating meaningful projects that look at daily life in a new way. Get inspired to scrapbook everything from the laundry to the library, from your cityscape to a typical backyard scene. It all counts!"

In case you missed it, I posted a review of this title here.
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WOULD YOU LIKE MORE INFORMATION ABOUT BECOMING A SPONSOR OF THE AMOM BLOG? If so, please contact me and I would be happy to provide you with further details.
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Friday, May 27, 2011

:GIVEAWAY WINNER: American Crafts Margarita Prize Pack I



Congrats, Kim M!!

Please watch your email inbox for further details on how to claim your prize and the following AC Magarita prize pack will be on its way to you very soon!


If you didn't win this time, don't worry...the complete line of American Crafts' Margarita collection is also now available at Scrapbook.com.

Also, don't miss out on more great giveaways coming soon (such as a second prize pack of Margarita line products)! 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!
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Monday, May 23, 2011

:SPONSOR GIVEAWAY: American Crafts Margarita Prize Pack I [CONTEST CLOSED]

I am proud to have American Crafts as a sponsor of the AMOM blog for the month of May!

AC has generously offered some of their amazing new Margarita collection up for giveaway to one lucky AMOM reader. This line is perfect for all the summertime fun we'll all hopefully be scrapbooking soon!


This lovely prize pack includes:
12 patterned papers
1 set of chipboard thickers
1 stamp set
1 booklet of rub ons
1 package of dimensional stickers
1 package of diamond brads
1 package of decorative tags
1 package of layered embellishments
1 package of journaling cards

TO ENTER:
All you need to do to enter is answer the following question in a comment to this post by 5 p.m. on Thursday, May 26th:

What is your favorite summer drink?

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

GOOD LUCK!
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Sunday, May 8, 2011

:SPONSORS: May 2011 AMOM Sponsors

AMERICAN CRAFTS

I'm proud to have American Crafts is a sponsor for the AMOM blog again this month.

You'll want to stay tuned again this month for another great giveaway of wonderful American Crafts products as I've got a box of goodies from their BRAND NEW Margarita line on the way to me right now.
Don't miss out...

GET IT SCRAPPED

Scrapbooking Travel is one of the newer course offerings available at Get it Scrapped!

Here's a brief description form their website:
"Chronicling your travels on scrapbook pages allows you to relive the trip even when you’re back home. Photos, memorabilia, facts and journaling impressions are all part of making scrapbook pages that capture the trip."

In case you missed it, I posted a review detailing a bit more on the contents of the class last month. Check it out here.

See other current class offerings in the Get It Scrapped! box in the right sidebar!

NICOLE LOMBARDO

Nicole's always got great new die cut designs available at her Etsy shop...and old favorites in new colors and textures as well.

This beautiful scroll in its lovely green shade called "Fly Away" has me dreaming of springtime layouts. This particular scroll design is available in a variety of other colors as well.

Check out her store for more great items!

ELLA PUBLISHING CO.

Scrapbooking the Everyday is the newest eBook offering from Ella Publishing Co.

Ella description:
"Life's littlest and most magical moments can be very easy to overlook. But no longer! Elizabeth Dillow and Tina Cockburn are here to help you scrapbook your regular days with simplicity and style.

Join the fun as Elizabeth and Tina tackle 12 unique scrapbooking challenges, creating meaningful projects that look at daily life in a new way. Get inspired to scrapbook everything from the laundry to the library, from your cityscape to a typical backyard scene. It all counts!"

In case you missed it, I posted a review of this title here.
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WOULD YOU LIKE MORE INFORMATION ABOUT BECOMING A SPONSOR OF THE AMOM BLOG? If so, please contact me and I would be happy to provide you with further details.
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Saturday, April 16, 2011

:GIVEAWAY WINNER: American Crafts Hello Sunshine Prize Pack

We have a winner!!



Congrats, Elizabeth! Watch your email inbox for further details on how to claim your prize...a wonderful prize pack full of beautiful scrapbooking products from American Crafts Hello Sunshine collection!


AND...stay tuned...there are more great giveaways coming soon. Maybe Random.org will make your number lucky next time!
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Monday, April 11, 2011

:SPONSOR GIVEAWAY: American Crafts Hello Sunshine Prize Pack II [CONTEST CLOSED]

American Crafts is once again a sponsor of the AMOM blog for the month of April!

Even better, I have a second prize pack of gorgeous products from their Hello Sunshine collection up for giveaway to one lucky AMOM reader.


This lovely prize pack includes:
12 patterned papers
1 set of chipboard thickers
1 stamp set
1 booklet of remarks stickers
1 package of layered embellishments
1 package of decorative tags
1 package of premium ribbon
1 package of chipboard border stickers

TO ENTER:
All you need to do to enter is answer the following question in a comment to this post by 5 p.m. on Friday, April 15th, 2011:

Does your family have any springtime traditions? If so, please share...

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

GOOD LUCK!
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Sunday, April 3, 2011

:SPONSORS: April 2011 AMOM Sponsors

AMERICAN CRAFTS

I'm proud to have American Crafts is a sponsor for the AMOM blog again this month.

You'll want to stay tuned again this month for another great giveaway of wonderful American Crafts products. It's another prize package full of items from the Hello Sunshine collection...but all different items from the last giveaway.

Don't miss out...

GET IT SCRAPPED

Scrapbooking Travel is one of the newer course offerings available at Get it Scrapped!

Here's a brief description form their website:
"Chronicling your travels on scrapbook pages allows you to relive the trip even when you’re back home. Photos, memorabilia, facts and journaling impressions are all part of making scrapbook pages that capture the trip."

In case you missed it, I posted a review detailing a bit more on the contents of the class last month. Check it out here.

See other current class offerings in the Get It Scrapped! box in the right sidebar!

NICOLE LOMBARDO

Nicole's always got great new die cut designs available at her Etsy shop...and old favorites in new colors and textures as well.

This adorable little bunny scroll has hopped its way into her store just in time for Easter. It also comes in white and black.

Check out her store for more great items!

ELLA PUBLISHING CO.

Scrapbooking the Everyday is the newest eBook offering from Ella Publishing Co.

Ella description:
"Life's littlest and most magical moments can be very easy to overlook. But no longer! Elizabeth Dillow and Tina Cockburn are here to help you scrapbook your regular days with simplicity and style.

Join the fun as Elizabeth and Tina tackle 12 unique scrapbooking challenges, creating meaningful projects that look at daily life in a new way. Get inspired to scrapbook everything from the laundry to the library, from your cityscape to a typical backyard scene. It all counts!"

Be on the lookout for a full review (and perhaps a giveaway!) of this title coming soon on the AMOM blog!!

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WOULD YOU LIKE MORE INFORMATION ABOUT BECOMING A SPONSOR OF THE AMOM BLOG? If so, please contact me and I would be happy to provide you with further details.
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Monday, March 21, 2011

:REVIEW & GIVEAWAY: Scrapbooking Travel with Debbie Hodge [CONTEST CLOSED]

 We all love getting away, but for scrapbookers, looking at that huge stack of pictures we bring back from our trips can be quite intimidating.

I must admit that I once deferred to making a Shutterfly photo book of a weekend getaway featuring trips to several different destinations in one city because I was intimidated by the overall task of scrapbooking the vast variety of photos with any semblance of continuity.

While there is absolutely nothing wrong with Shutterfly photo books, I do regret that my attempts came out a little impersonal considering it was one of our first trips as a family.

If I would have had access to Debbie's self-paced course, Scrapbooking Travel, at that time, all those apprehensions would have melted away.

Now that I have taken the course, I can assure you that I won't end up with another impersonal collection of travel layouts anytime soon!

Scrapbooking Travel includes three downloads - one 52-page PDF course document and, for digital scrapbookers, two zipped files including 31 scrapbook page templates that can be used in Photoshop Elements or Photoshop CS. For traditional paper scrapbookers, these templates are included in the form of sketches within the PDF document (including detailed measurements).

The course includes five lessons and a page planner document that can be copied and used again and again each time you have travel photos to scrap.


The five lessons include:

#1 - Weekend Getaway:
"A weekend getaway can be as much about the company as the destination and includes short trips to hang out with friends, find some romance, see an exhibit , or just take a break from your typical weekend routines." (Think visits to multiple locations within one larger city.)

#2 - Road Trip:
"A 'road-trip' type vacation is is one that take you to a series of what may be quite different locales over the course of one trip." (Think stops at multiple locations along a trip route of several hundred miles.)

#3 - Being There:
"There's limited sightseeing on this type of vacation, and it's more about enjoying place, people and activities." (Think a visit to a relatives home or a camping trip.)

#4 - On Tour:
"The 'On Tour' travel experience is one in which many of the details are decided ahead of time -- and, in fact, taken care of for you -- so that you can relax as well as experience the sights and experiences." (Think a cruise or an African safari.)

#5 - Themed Destinations:
"The 'themed' vacation is one that takes you into a created world where you are doing more than viewing, where you're entering into and experiencing a manufactured reality." (Think Disney or a historic settlement.)

In each lesson on Scrapbooking Travel, Debbie discusses whether that particular type of travel lends itself better to chronological or category scrapbooking...or some combination of the two.

Debbie also covers other important elements in each lesson for putting together successful travel layouts including design, color strategy, including memorabilia, cost-effective embellishment strategies, consistency in titling and journaling topics.

One thing that I am always impressed with is the DEPTH of Debbie's courses. 

She always includes several layout samples to illustrate the concepts she presents. While an idea book might rely on the samples to speak for themselves, Debbie is careful to explain the reasoning behind her choices in design, color, etc. 

By doing this, she is effectively teaching you how to carry those same concepts over into all of your future designs.

She is also always sure to include suggestions on how to alter or customize her suggestions so that the same concepts can be used again and again without going stale.

Whether your trip is an overnight camp at a nearby lake or a weeks-long trip to some international destination, Scrapbooking Travel will offer you the guidance you need to beautifully honor your vacation memories.

GIVEAWAY:
Debbie has been generous enough to offer up a free download of Scrapbooking Travel to one lucky reader of the AMOM blog! All you have to do to enter for your chance to win is answer the following question in a comment to this post by 5 p.m. on Thursday, March 24th, 2011:

What has been your all-time favorite vacation and why?

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

GOOD LUCK!!
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Friday, March 18, 2011

:GIVEAWAY WINNER: American Crafts Hello Sunshine Prize Pack

Thanks again to American Crafts for sponsoring the AMOM blog for the month of March and also for offering up this wonderful prize package!!


Random.org picked lucky number 197!!



Congrats, Jenny! Watch your email inbox for 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 left sidebar.
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