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Computer programs or not ?

25 years ago

I am about to start scrapbooking. There will be a new first grandbaby in the family and I thought I would just jump in. I have been a lurker to scrapbooking for a long time looking thru the craft store isles and magazines. I have noticed a lot of computer programs too. So I was wondering of those of you that are into scrapbooking. What are the opinions to using a computer program. Thanks so much.

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Alora
25 years ago
I have the Hallmark Scrapbook Studio Deluxe program and it's making me insane! I can not get the picture to go 'behind' the matting and frames in that program. They sit on top. The frames are oval, heart shaped, round etc., my pictures are rectangular. On the box, it shows the pictures appear to be behind the frames and matts, but yet it's impossible. When I push the 'move backward' or 'move behind' button, my picture disappears completely. I'm so frustrated with this program. I've learned a few new swears too.....
Pat
25 years ago
Hi; I agree with you Alora, the program is frustrating. I think I may just print the frames and cut the pictures to go in the frame, of course I could do that without the program and then I wouldn't drive myself crazy and waste alot of time. I have more fun dreaming up ideas and checking out this site for even better ideas. I have my work table next to my computer so I just switch between my two favorite things.
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Cleo
25 years ago
It's me....Alora (changed my name).... But the other night, I was bored and flipping through my programs on my computer, when I opened the tutorial for the scrapbooking program I have. Apparently, you are SUPPOSED to print out the pages and glue/tape/stick whatever...the pictures to the scrapbooking pages. Duh me! LOL If all else fails, read the instructions, right? LOL I bought a pack of acid free paper, and I have my Kodak paper ready to print off pictures that I've scanned, so I guess it's about time I get to work. According to the program instructions, if the frames are rectangular or square, putting a picture in them is easy. You just layer it over. But if the frame is round/oval/heart shaped etc., you are to print out the page, cut out the frames center and put the picture behind it to 'frame' it.
Cleo
25 years ago
I just finished making my first 3 pages!!! I'm so proud of me, they turned out so good. I used my scrapbook program, but a package of HP Bright White Inkjet paper (it's acid free) and printed off some background pages that I added a few graphics to with the grabber. Then I printed off some frames and graphics on another sheet and cut them out and glued and sticky taped together. The cutting is the toughest part, you need small sharp scissors, but the end result is terrific! I guess it would be easier to go out and buy everything (paper, frames etc...) but this program will pay for itself in the long run, and I can print off pages of graphics and cut them out while I'm watching tv. My opinion of this program (now that I've actually read the instructions....) has changed.

Here is a link that might be useful: my scrapbook page
Randi
25 years ago
I use ScrapWare from Fiskars. Learn more at the link below

Here is a link that might be useful: ScrapWare

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