February 22nd, 2012 by Nicole
I used the Junior Dinosaur Digital Kit to throw an Explorer-themed birthday party for my son’s 8th birthday. My son loves dinosaurs, reptiles, and anything that is creepy and crawley. So the Junior Dinosaur Digital Scrapbooking Kit and Junior Dinosaur Party Mini Kit was the perfect Pixelbooking product to execute my prehistoric birthday vision.
We chose to hold the party at a natural preserve park near our house complete with winding trails, cool rock areas, a sand pit, a fishing lake, roaming ducks, a waterfall, and a cool pavilion. We planned out an adventure trek around the park with six stops at interesting locations where we could teach the kids cool stuff about the local critters and terrain. READ THE REST OF THE POST »
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December 14th, 2011 by pixel
“Oh, the weather outside is frightful, but inside it’s so delightful…” Get into the holiday spirit with collection of gorgeous holiday digital scrapbooking kits!
First up, we have our Happy Holidays Digital Kits (available in Frosty and Sugarplum).
The clean lines and hand-drawn “retro-meets-modern-day” illustrations in these charming kits offer a gentle nod toward Christmases past, while providing the perfect backdrop to your family’s newest holiday traditions. Perfect for those who wish to avoid religious undertones during their holiday celebrations. READ THE REST OF THE POST »
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November 10th, 2011 by pixel
It takes a tremendous amount of strength, discipline, commitment and bravery to serve our country. Our beloved service men and women risk their lives on a daily basis so that we may continue to reside in the “land of the free and home of the brave”.
Memorial Day is a day set aside to honor those who have lost their lives while defending the cause of freedom. Veteran’s Day on the other hand, is a national holiday set aside to honor all those who have served – or who are currently serving – our country. While this is certainly noble and good on our part, the truth of the matter is our thankfulness should extend well beyond a single day. Through times of both war and peace, their commitment and dedication to our country is unwavering. That’s why READ THE REST OF THE POST »
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October 10th, 2011 by pixel
French Toile Girl Baby Mini Kit - Honey (3 Color Options)
Your baby’s first year is a wondrous time filled with many “firsts” and adventures. From snuggles to coos, to bathtub splashes to softly sung lullabies, there’s so much you’ll want to remember about your baby’s first year of life.
To help you get started, we’re sharing our very best tips and suggestions for creating the ultimate baby digital scrapbook! Our exhaustive list includes everything from journaling prompts to “must have” photo op suggestions and more.
There’s a lot to do, so let’s get started (before baby wakes up)…
Before the Arrival:
Journal Prompts:
- Parent’s dreams, wishes and prayers for baby
- Meaning of baby’s name and why you chose it
- Pregnancy story – any difficulties or surprises (include adoption story if applicable)
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October 10th, 2011 by pixel
Scanning your photos, whether it be for preservation or editing purposes, is often considered a daunting task. (Let’s be honest: eyeballing the boxes of old photos in the closet is enough to make one’s head spin!) But there’s no need to panic. Simply apply your time and diligence with the tips provided in this handy “How To Scan a Photo” article, and you’ll soon be scanning and editing multiple generations’ worth of family photos in no time flat!
Now before we walk you through the photo scanning process, let’s begin by weighing the costs associated with a home scanning project.
First, choose your scanner based on the type of media you’ll be working with:
- Flatbed Scanner – Ideal for printed photos, either color or B&W, up to 8×10. If you’re looking to scan negatives or slides, consider a film scanner as opposed to an all-in-one flatbed attachment. The results will be far superior and the process less frustrating. Price range: $100 and up.
- Film Scanner – Perfect for scanning negatives or grandpa’s slides. They’re a bit pricier on their own as opposed to an all-in-one, but the quality can’t be beat. Price range: $150-$700 and up.
Photo Editing Software
Many scanners come with their own built-in photo editing software, which – while easy to use – often yield less than satisfactory results. To get professional quality results every single time, consider investing in a specialized program such as Photoshop or Corel Paint Shop Photo Pro:
- Photoshop Elements - Great for hobbyists and easy for beginners to use. Retail price – $99.
- Photoshop CS5 – Geared toward the professional user. Retail price – $199.
- Corel Paint Shop Photo Pro – Another great option for the beginner or home user. Priced around $80 for latest version.
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October 3rd, 2011 by pixel
Bring on the candy corn and carve those Jack o’ Lanterns! It’s time to start planning this year’s Halloween party extravaganza! From invites to cupcake toppers to everything in between, our Halloween Printable Party Invitations and Decorations contain everything you need to make this year’s fright-fest the most spook-tacular event of the season.
Our digital Halloween Party kits come in two styles:
Haunted Halloween Party Printables
The chilling Gothic vibe is ideal for older teens and adults.
Trick-or-Treat Halloween Party Printables
The printable Halloween party invitation and decorations feature cartoon styling and traditional black and orange color scheme – perfect for kids.
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September 28th, 2011 by pixel
The lazy days of summer have been replaced by the fast-paced, ever-changing days of fall. Children are back in school, the leaves are changing colors and littering our lawns with their orangey red hue, and retail and grocery stores are filled with seasonal delights ranging from Halloween pumpkins to Thanksgiving décor.
Before the madness of the holidays forces your digital scrapbooking days into early hibernation, check out our list of the Top 14 Must-Have Fall Digital Scrapbooking kits!
# 14 – Mother Earth Digital Scrapbooking Kit (Autumn)
With its natural color palette featuring shades of brown, deep red, sunny yellow and sage green, the Mother Earth Digital Scrapbooking Kit in Autumn takes your pages from mild to fabulous in seconds!
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September 16th, 2011 by pixel
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Most of us have a box (or two or three) filled with old photos. Photographs of new babies (“Is that Grandpa?!”), graduations (“Hey, Mom! Those were some rockin’ feathered bangs!”), birthday parties, school plays circa 1986. They’re all tucked away, gathering dust and deteriorating a little more each day.
Naturally, our first thought is to preserve and restore these family treasures by scanning them in to our computer, but this can be a rather overwhelming task depending on the number of photos involved. While some folks choose to tackle this project head-on, others choose to hire a team of professionals, so to speak.
Here is a list of pros and cons to consider when making the choice between outsourcing and scanning your own photos. READ THE REST OF THE POST »
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September 13th, 2011 by pixel
- Is your child fascinated by dinosaurs?
- Would he or she rather dig for fossils in the backyard than chase a few butterflies?
Proudly display your budding paleontologists’ discoveries from birth to age 10 with our collection of Junior Dinosaur Digital Scrapbooking Kits! Stone Age chic and guaranteed to please, each dinosaur digital scrapbooking kit contains everything you need to give your pages a T Rex-sized burst of style! READ THE REST OF THE POST »
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September 1st, 2011 by pixel
Parenthood can sometimes feel like a walk on the “wild side” but that doesn’t mean your baby digital scrapbooking endeavors have to be! Using our Junior Jungle Digital Scrapbooking Kit and Mini Baby Digital Scrapbooking Kits featuring Junior Jungle Baby Digital Kit, Junior Noah’s Ark Baby Digital Kit and Junior Jungle Zoo Digital Kit make scrapping your child’s milestones from birth to age 10 as easy as “monkey see, monkey do”. READ THE REST OF THE POST »
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