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How can I use the dodge and burn tools?

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I’ve been gathering some questions from you – so let’s jump straight in and answer one! One way I use the burn tool is to “ink” the edges of papers that I’ve clipped to a template. For example on this template from The Daily Digi, I’ll use it on the scallops: Before: After burning the edges at… [Continue reading]

ABCs of PSE: FREE bite-sized Photoshop Elements lessons on Facebook starting July 1

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Bite-size Photoshop Elements daily on Facebook.
Tune in learn all about the Photoshop Elements tools.
We are heading through the alphabet with videos, sample layouts and a daily quick reference graphic.
Every day you’ll have an opportunity to ask the expert (Me!) and I’ll be answering your questions! [Continue reading]

Negative Die Cut Text in Photoshop Elements

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Have you noticed the hot trend of negative die cut text effects on scrapbook pages around the world? Since the introduction of Silhouette America’s Cameo, die cut text had had a revival. Plus, with the accurate cutting scrapbookers are now able to re-use the negative space on their layouts. Or, more likely, they just use… [Continue reading]

Fold a Soap Box Papercraft Template

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Do you need a gorgeous box for some Mother’s Day goodies (or a gift card) you are preparing? If you’d like to create your own customised box, I’ve got the perfect class for you! I have joined forced with Kelleigh, a paper craft template designer with years of experience and dozens of projects to show for… [Continue reading]

Import Keyword Tags From Photo Metadata

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If you have lots of photos from tagging photos in Picasa, Windows Photos Gallery, Lightroom or Aperture or even older versions of Photoshop Elements you’ll be thrilled to know you won’t have to re-tag things even if you start a new catalogue from scratch in Photoshop Elements versions 6 and up. Simply drag a folder (or folders)… [Continue reading]

How to Shop for Digital Scrapbooking Supplies

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Here’s an inside look at the process for purchasing digital scrapbooking supplies. In this example, I am demonstrating with the Sweet Shoppe, but I also shop with: The LilyPad Forever When you arrive at the site, you’ll usually need to look for a link or icon that says shop. You may need to look hard!… [Continue reading]