Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Father’s day is just creeping up just around the corner. Our dad’s are special people and deserve a special gift for this day. It doesn’t matter if they are a dad, a step-dad or the father of your children, they need to be remembered. So what do you give that special man in your life? Here are a few ideas: Mini Gift Album – This is a can’t go wrong gift idea. Making a small album, perhaps commemorating their life as a father, is the perfect way to let them know you appreciate them. You could do a theme such … Continue reading

Memorial Day Scrapbooking

Memorial day celebrations are plenty. With parades, commemoration ceremonies, flag ceremonies and barbecues, there are many things to take photographs of. Honoring the men and women who lay their lives on the line for us, is an important part of being an American. This day is special in so many ways. When you sit down to create a layout for Memorial day, it is great to include all the photographs from the different events that you attended or celebrated. However, there is much more you can do to make your layouts reflect the true meaning of the day. Perhaps when … Continue reading

Scrapbooking Week in Review for May 5-11, 2008

The weather has been somewhat more cooperative this week, but still we are plagued with rain that seems as if it won’t quit on some days. I am so tired of rain, yet have used the bad weather as an excuse to hang out with my kids, create more memories and overall spend some extra time scrapbooking. Here is what has been going on in the scrapbooking blog this week of May 5 – 11, 2008. How to Get Great Pictures The question is often asked, “How do I get great pictures?”. There is no need to be an expert … Continue reading

Friday Scrapbook Funnies: The Scrapbooker’s 12 Step Program

The Scrapbooker’s 12 Step Program! by Nicole Humphrey When leaving home, always vow that you won’t end up at a local scrapbook store or other craft store. Repeat these words, “I have too many supplies, and I will not buy anymore. I have to use what I have. Unless of course, there is a great sale and a new product I just have to try!” Rearrange all your scrapbook supplies in your area so that there is no room to put anymore stuff in without having to buy new organization. Always wear clothes with pockets when leaving home in case … Continue reading

Help For the Single Mother

The costs of raising our precious children are staggering. Over the years it has increased a great deal and this will only become more monumental in the years ahead. A two-income parent family is almost a necessity these days for most families. The two-parent family that has only one parent working outside the home is rare these days. You will usually find the other parent doing something anyway from home to contribute in some financial aspect when this is the case. You can then imagine how difficult it is to survive on one income as most single parents do. You … Continue reading

Make Mom Feel Special

Mother’s Day is just a few short days away and I wanted to take a few moments to remind husbands that it’s a day to make the moms in your life feel special – this means all moms: Your Mom Your Wife’s Mom Your Wife (even if she’s just pregnant with your first child) Your sister who’s a mom All moms Something happens to wives when they become moms. Sometimes, it’s hard for husbands to cope with this. The change of a husband into a father is a far more subtle transition. Perhaps it’s because Dads have the luxury of … Continue reading