National Scrapbooking Association http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com National Scrapbooking Association Site Portal Sat, 04 Sep 2010 06:24:09 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.1 en hourly 1 Does anyone have an idea of how to organize scrapbooking templates? http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/scrapbooking/does-anyone-have-an-idea-of-how-to-organize-scrapbooking-templates http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/scrapbooking/does-anyone-have-an-idea-of-how-to-organize-scrapbooking-templates#comments Sat, 04 Sep 2010 06:24:09 +0000 admin http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/scrapbooking/does-anyone-have-an-idea-of-how-to-organize-scrapbooking-templates I have a bunch of scrapbooking templates that I use to crop photos, and I need a way to keep them organized. If you also love scrapbooking I would assume you would be able to help me the most, but I’m open to all suggestions!

I used to keep mine in 3-ring binders, because most of them came already punched with holes for storage. I recently changed my whole craft area and now use a filing cabinet. I’ve placed the templates in hanging folders, filed by shape: circles, hearts, squares, rectangles, and ovals. I usually know what shape I want before I pull out the templates, so it is just a matter of pulling that file and sizing the template to the photo.

]]> http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/scrapbooking/does-anyone-have-an-idea-of-how-to-organize-scrapbooking-templates/feed 3 How do start a monthly online scrapbook kit? http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/scrapbook/how-do-start-a-monthly-online-scrapbook-kit http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/scrapbook/how-do-start-a-monthly-online-scrapbook-kit#comments Sat, 04 Sep 2010 06:24:07 +0000 admin http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/scrapbook/how-do-start-a-monthly-online-scrapbook-kit I know how to assemble them and order the product. I am just not sure how to get business. Like, how do I set up a nice website, and how do I advertise it to get business? How do I show up at the top when someone types in scrapbook Page Kits.

You really should develop some form of a business plan to start.

E-commerce packages are widely available depending on needs and budget. First, you will need a domain name that is not already in use – try Network Solutions. From there, you will also need a web hosting company to host your website — I recommend 1and1.com since they have a wide variety of tools at your disposal that are user friendly to a beginner.

Also, if you plan to build the site yourself you will need basic knowledge of HTML/CSS. If you don’t plan to build it yourself then a pre-packaged site such as Volusion or Homestead will be helpful to you.

You have to build the foundation before you even begin to think about how to market it correctly. Your business plan should help you address this — as you will need to decide your target market and how best to reach them through various media.

Showing up at the ‘top of the page’ refers to SEO — Search Engine Optimization. There are two ways to approach this: organic and paid search. Organic Search is based on the content and relevance of your site as it pertains to search keywords. This is a fueled by search engine methodologies. On the second hand business pay for keywords or search terms. The budget you set for these terms will affect your page ranking for a specific search. When users click on your ad you pay based upon your top bid for that keyword.

]]> http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/scrapbook/how-do-start-a-monthly-online-scrapbook-kit/feed 2 How do you hook up the cricut expression machine to your computer in order to use the SURE CUTS A LOT software? http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/cricut/how-do-you-hook-up-the-cricut-expression-machine-to-your-computer-in-order-to-use-the-sure-cuts-a-lot-software http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/cricut/how-do-you-hook-up-the-cricut-expression-machine-to-your-computer-in-order-to-use-the-sure-cuts-a-lot-software#comments Sat, 04 Sep 2010 06:24:04 +0000 admin http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/cricut/how-do-you-hook-up-the-cricut-expression-machine-to-your-computer-in-order-to-use-the-sure-cuts-a-lot-software I read about a program for the cricut machine that allows you to hook up the cricut to your computer or laptop. I also read that the cricut does not have a USB port. Does anyone have a cricut and use the Sure Cuts a Lot software?

All of my cricuts have a square usb port on the back. It looks like the one on my printer. The cord (you can buy at an electronic store) is a square usb on one end and a regular, rectangle, usb on the other.

Provo Craft is not affiliated with SCAL and suggest you do not use it. however I do have SCAL and have not had a problem with it and it has not interfered with my Cricut Design Studio software. My machines are no longer under warranty though. hth

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]]> http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/national-scrapbook-association/tim-holtz-cha-2009/feed 2 National Scrapbook Day Challenge http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/national-scrapbooking-association/national-scrapbook-day-challenge http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/national-scrapbooking-association/national-scrapbook-day-challenge#comments Fri, 03 Sep 2010 19:48:49 +0000 admin http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/national-scrapbooking-association/national-scrapbook-day-challenge A fathers day album made using a bind-it-all

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]]> http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/scrapbooking/free-scrapbooking-ideas/feed 13 Scrapbooking with Chalk http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/scrapbook/scrapbooking-with-chalk http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/scrapbook/scrapbooking-with-chalk#comments Fri, 03 Sep 2010 19:48:44 +0000 admin http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/scrapbook/scrapbooking-with-chalk A short video on basic techniques of how to use Fairytale Creations templates to chalk scrapbook pages. The template shown is Chalk Talk 1.

To order Fairytale Creations templates, please visit http://www.fairytalecreations.com

For other scrapbooking products, please visit http://www.crafterstoybox.com

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]]> http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/cricut/scrapbook-tv-cricut-how-to-cut-shapes-paper/feed 1 What are a few book books for digital scrapbooking beginners? http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/scrapbooking/what-are-a-few-book-books-for-digital-scrapbooking-beginners http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/scrapbooking/what-are-a-few-book-books-for-digital-scrapbooking-beginners#comments Wed, 01 Sep 2010 13:44:07 +0000 admin http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/scrapbooking/what-are-a-few-book-books-for-digital-scrapbooking-beginners I have been doing traditional scrapbooking for 9 years. I now want to start digital scrapbooking. The trouble is I have no clue on how to procede. I am also fairly cyber challenged. I do not just need a book for dummies but one for complete idiots. I have a photoshop CS2 program that I am just learning. I also have Corel Paint Shop Pro XI. Can anyone recomend a few books that will take me through each and every little step?

There are tons of good message boards out there that will help you. Scrapgirls is a very good one that comes to mind. They also have online tutorials for some of the software. Check them out! www.scrapgirls.com

]]> http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/scrapbooking/what-are-a-few-book-books-for-digital-scrapbooking-beginners/feed 2 What are some good websites or places to buy scrapbook things? http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/scrapbook/what-are-some-good-websites-or-places-to-buy-scrapbook-things http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/scrapbook/what-are-some-good-websites-or-places-to-buy-scrapbook-things#comments Wed, 01 Sep 2010 13:44:03 +0000 admin http://www.nationalscrapbookingassociation.com/scrapbook/what-are-some-good-websites-or-places-to-buy-scrapbook-things I am looking to get some scrapbook things such as punches, stamps, paper, etc. I love to scrapbook but I am just starting it. I am looking for some place that sells paper in bug quantities, ex. 180 sheets in one pack. I also want some punches and things. Anyone know where to get these things at or any ideas?

There is the web site: www.scrapbookingtop50.com and it is full of scrapbooking sources.

Also, if you have a scrapbooking magazine around, look through it and you will see all sorts of supply resources listed in the back as well as all throughout the ads in it.

There is a catalog called Paper Wishes and they have a website that has the catalog available on line as well as a place to request one to come to you in the mail. But they have FREE web videos to watch on-line that are Awesome!!!! The web site is: www.paperwishes.com

Here are a few more supply resources:

www.orientaltrading.com (find their scrapbooking section)
www.keepsakepapercrafts.com
www.TimesTo Cherish.com

The above sites all offer catalogs that sell scrapbooking supplies. You can request a catalog on their sites, as well as view their pages of tips and examples of finished pages!

This should get you on your way…. HAVE FUN!

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