Scrapbook Oasis

Great Ending to the Week

We have been a little busy around here with Reflections and planning other projects for you that we forgot to share some new product with you. It's either that or we wanted to keep it all to ourselves and who could blame us when we tell you everything we've gotten in.

First up Collage Press, Joy Ride. It's their new release for the Holidays and it is so vibrant and lively! It looks much brighter in person then online and was a fresh pop of color when we opened the box. Collage Press never disappoints! We only wish they would put out a few more releases every year.

 

Our next arrival this week was from Jenni Bowlin. Ahhhh, there is nothing like some beautiful new Jenni Bowlin to put a big happy smile on your face. Along with Jenni's extension line to her Red Black collection we also got in her new calender cards, mini paper packs, raffle tickets and the embossed paper pack by Coordinations.

And just when you thought the goodness couldn't stop we also have in the new October Afternoon. Oh, just in case you didn't catch that the first time, we have the new October Afternoon in! Need we say more...? We think not. Pure happiness.

And finally, a table full of 7G product that is just a table full of eye candy that makes your imagination go crazy with fun ideas. To see both these lines you can check everything out by clicking here.

 




















 

Making Windows work better with RAW

For those of you out there who have taken that next step in photography and are working with RAW files, this is for you…

If you’ve always wanted to get a quick preview of your RAW files in Windows Explorer as the Preview Utility here’s something that can help: The WIC RAW Codec Pack.

We know it’s a mouthful, but this little bit of software will fill in the gaps for those of you who don’t want to start an editing program just to watch a slide show or preview your pictures.

Just download the Codec pack to your PC and install it. Now you’ll be able to preview RAW files, see thumbnails in the Windows Explorer window and be able to do quick rotates and crops all without having to start up Photoshop or your Canon/Nikon Editing software.

White Balance – Solved!

Have you ever taken a bunch of pictures at an event and had inconsistent color in all the shots? Doesn’t it bug you? I know it bugs us… With so many features in modern DSLRs you’d think we’d all be taking pictures like the pros!

One of the things we’re on the lookout for are things that make life easier, especially when it comes to photography. Anything we can do to keep us from pulling out the manual is a real treat. Recently we’ve discovered a handy little accessory that puts the joy back into picture taking. Introducing the: White Balance Lens Cap.

This little gadget will pay for itself the first time you use it. All you have to do is figure out how to put your DSLR in a custom white balance mode, put the cap on, snap a picture (yup, with the cap on), take the cap off and then fire away. With a little tinkering you should see even color, even lighting and better contrast in all the pictures taken during the same session.

This little gem is definitely worth the price of admission and it will make a great stocking stuffer or birthday gift for your all your shutterbug friends.

Photoshop on the Cheap

If you’ve ever wanted to find a good alternative for Adobe’s Photoshop that wouldn’t cost a proverbial “arm and a leg”, look no further than Paint.Net. After spending some time with GIMP and other alternatives for our PCs, we have really begun to appreciate the look and feel of Paint.Net. Of course, the icing on the cake is that the program is free!

Paint.Net provides most of the features of Photoshop without all the complexity and should suit most users for quick photo editing tasks and some intermediate ones as well. Even if you have some experience with layering and photo montages you should feel right at home with Paint.Net.

We’ve managed to handle all of our editing challenges with Paint.Net and love the fact that it’s fast and doesn’t take up a lot of room on your hard drive.

Give it a try and start working on those pictures, your Scrapbooking projects will love you for it!

Holiday Tag Class 2009

“I am so grateful for the opportunity to get to share another night with you this year making gift tags for the upcoming holiday season.

We will be making 15 tags in class, but your kit will provide you with supplies to make 30 plus tags. Lots of fun little crafty bits are involved including felt, doilies, yarn, little birds, stitching, and handmade flowers just to name a few.

Your kit will also include a Catslife Press, wood mounted rubber stamp that has been designed with this class in mind. But one that you’ll be able to use for year-round gift giving. You’ll be one of the first to have it!

After this class you will be all set to include a little handmade goodness on holiday gifts for your family and friends. Come join us for lots of fun! Call the store today, 949.756.2729 or reserve you spot online for this very special class!”

Nora Griffin

 

Class Details:

Friday, November 20th - 7:00 pm
$27 – Prepay (No Cancellations)

Reflections 2010

We are thrilled that Reflections has announced the opening of registration for Reflections 2010! It's so exciting to see that registration opened earlier this year because it allows for an excellent payment option to be offered to everyone. All those details will be explained in just a moment. First, let's go over some of the finer points of Reflections 2010!

The dates have officially been secured the! Reflections 2010 will be on April 30th - May 2, 2010 with registration beginning on Thursday, April 29, 2010.

The Highlights

Here's the full scoop… During your 3 day extravaganza you will be treated to:

·         3 full days of classes
·         7 amazing designers   
·         3 hour long, technique packed classes
·         Breakfast provided - Friday
·         Lunch provided - Friday, Saturday and Sunday
·         Make 'n' Takes
·         Isle Carnival
·         A special event on Saturday night
·         Getting Ready Crop Thursday night
·         Crop rooms open until midnight on Thursday, Friday
          and Saturday

Plus lots and lots of surprises along the way!

Other Great News

The pricing for Reflections 2010 is only $459, which includes all the great goodies listed above! You won't need to pay extra for anything. You get it all! Plus, if you pay in full you will receive an exclusive project designed just for you!

To allow all of you to attend Reflections 2010 we are offering an amazing payment option. Contact Reflections to find out about your payment options today!

The Teachers

Now for the news we are most ecstatic about… The line up of teachers we have thus far! The additional 3 instructors will be announced soon, but the first four pack quite a punch!

Kelly Goree
Maggie Holmes (Back by popular demand!)
Elizabeth Kartchner
Katie Watson

3 more amazing artist will be announced soon!

Each instructor will create a special project that is exclusive to Reflection attendees and will not be available anywhere else. This is our way of ensuring a unique experience for everyone.

Location, Location, Location

The Hyatt Regency, Newport Beach is a gorgeous facility that will provide you with a warm, inviting location to make you feel welcome and at home. Unparalleled service awaits you within this beautiful hotel. Whether you live in the area or are from out of town, we invite you to experience the uncompromising hospitality and outstanding personal attention that awaits you.

The Hyatt Regency Newport Beach is the quintessential Southern California seaside resort. At Hyatt Regency Newport Beach you will be spoiled with spacious guestrooms, three sparkling swimming pools and beautiful grounds. It is Hyatt's attention to detail and exceptional customer care that makes it the perfect fit for Reflections 2010.

The best part however are the amazing room rates we have secured for all Reflection Attendees. We will be announcing all these details shortly!

Start Planning

To start your planning contact us directly at, info@reflectionsevent.com and we will answer any questions you may have. We look forward to seeing all of you at Reflections 2010 for an amazing scrapbook retreat!

Thank you - Reflections!