Shutterfly Digi Scrap Blog

Ready, Set, Scrap! : The New Year Challenge.

It is the New Year---Welcome 2010! There is really no better way to ring in 2010 then making a "Scrapolution!"  (Ok, that is my crazy, made-up word meaning "How many layouts / photobooks am I going to create in the year?"

Setting a goal always helps me focus on what I've done in the past and what I can look forward to accomplishing in the future. If you haven't ever created a Shutterfly photobook before than perhaps your goal is to organize and create your first book in 2010. The goal doesn't have to be huge but just a step in keeping your photos organized and your artistic juices flowing.

I have set a personal "Scrapolution" of creating 12 photobooks this year. Some I will use scrapbook pages to create and others I will use the templates provided at Shutterfly. That is 1 a month, a bit lofty for my but I feel inspired. (after all, it's only January 1st!)

Please feel free to share your "Scrapolution" in the comment area. It is always inspiring to hear what others have planned for the year when it comes to creating layouts and photobooks.

Happy New Year to Everyone! Alicia

Photobook Inspiration : By Rhonna Farrer

Rhonna Farrer shares a bit of inside info with us and also shares a Shutterfly photobook sample below. Enjoy!

What endearing project are you working on right now?

"I just finished a very inspiring creative retreat called Spark. I'm working on capturing & remembering this event through various arts; hybrid, scrapbook, decor, fashion."

Who or what inspires you most?

"life. my family. colors. fashion. magazines"

Rhonna has some incredible Shutterfly Inspiration. She has created several photobooks at Shutterfly and has shared a book with us! Just click on the image below to enjoy the inspiration.

Holiday Inspiration : By Susan Darter

Susan Darter, owner of Raspberry Road Designs shares some holiday inspiration with us.

What is your favorite Holiday and do you have any fun scrapbook traditions or project traditions that you do during the holiday season? ?

"Christmas! I love making an extra special QuickPage, framing it, and then giving it as a gift. I am also going to continue the tradition of making Holiday Shutterfly books for the family as extra special gifts."

With Fall well underway and Thanksgiving coming in a month Susan created an adorable freebie QuickPage perfect for the season. Of course the QuickPage is Shutterfly ready so you can put your own pictures and journaling  on it and have it printed just in time for the holidays at Shutterfly!

  Download HarvestBlessings_QP_Template

New Photo Book Sizes: From Shutterfly

Check it out! Shutterfly has introduced some great new sizes in their photo books. Click the image below to see all the details about what Shutterfly has to offer.

A Shutterfly Book : By Maya.

Maya, Owner of Scrapbookgraphics continues to tell us a bit more about herself and shares a Shutterfly Book.

Who or what inspires you most?

"Inspiration is absolutely everywhere and is boundless and overflowing I’ve never experienced any sort of creative block because I know that the only thing between me and infinite possibilities is mindset. I’m most driven to follow inspiration when I am creating something that expresses my love for my family, be it a scrapbook page or a special gift created especially for someone I love. If for some reason I was not alive tomorrow, my family can continue to feel the love I have for them through the art I will leave behind."

Enjoy a beautifully inspirational Shutterfly book by Maya!

Click here to view this photo book.

Love and Inspiration : By Liz Tamanaha

Liz Tamanaha of Paislee Press Designs shares more insights and inspiration!

Who or what inspires you most?

"Everything, but my latest inspiration is my daughter Audrey."

What fun or endearing projects are you working on right now?

"I’m working on an album to document my daughter’s first year of growth. I’m also working on our wedding album, our honeymoon album, and our Europe vacation album."

Check out the 8 x 8 album that Liz created at Shutterfly of her Wedding. Truly beautiful and elegant and absolutely inspirational!

Click here to view this photo book.

Welcome : Liz Tamanaha!

Welcome to our new featured artist, Liz Tamanaha of Paislee Press Designs.  Liz  is not just a wonderful designer, but a very experienced Shutterfly user. She has created several books full of celebration inspiration and even creates products perfect for  printing at Shutterfly that you can buy and use in your own books. Here is a sample of her work.

Click here to view this photo book.

We look forward to having Liz here with us and can't wait to share her inspiration with all of you!

Inspirational Anna! : An Amazing Tribute Book!

It is exciting to see Anna Aspnes' name appear on a list of Creating Keepsake artists that have created themed template books for Shutterfly. These books can be personalized by you at Shutterfly by simply adding your own pictures and journaling. Anna's creative style of design is striking and loved by many. Here is a link to get more info on creating your own "Tribute" book at Shutterfly using Anna's great designs. 

Anna has added her own photos and journaling to the sample below.

Click here to view this photo book.

You can see many samples of the "Tribute" book designed by Anna Aspnes in the Creating Keepsake section of the Shutterfly Gallery. We would love for all of you to take some time to upload a few of your Shutterfly books into the Shutterfly Gallery and to share some feedback with the current books that are posted.

New : From Shutterfly

Shutterfly is continually adding new products to their offering. The latest additions that I wanted to tell you about are the new  "Leather and Padded Photo Covers." The padded book has an added layer of cushion to its cover yet is still completely customizable with your title and photos. It is a perfect choice for a baby book, anniversary, wedding or just and everyday occasion. Here is some info on the new covers and a link to get started creating one today. Hope you enjoy!

Alicia

New Book Covers

Fresh Look : Shutterfly Digi-Scrap Resource!

I am excited to share that Shutterfly has a new fresh look for its "Digi-Scrap" area. The link has all the resources you need to start creating great scrapbook style photo books at your fingertips. The area links to the Shutterfly Gallery, an extensive FAQ resource, the blog, as well as shares great info about our Scrapbook Advisory Team and more. We hope you check it out! Enjoy the "Shutterfly digi-scrap resource!"