Congrats—“Person of the Year”

Did you know that I am on the cover of TIME magazine? You are too… and you…and you… and you. If you used or created content on the World Wide Web at any point in the last 350 days then you are being honored as TIME magazine’s “Person of the Year.” Quite an honor, huh? I was a bit shocked the award was bestowed on each and every one of us, though I believe it’s a savvy marketing move to say the least. After all, why honor the institutions when you can recognize the individuals who use them? I’m sure … Continue reading

Classy Scrapper Magazine Interview (1)

As scrapbookers, we are always on the look out for new inspiration. A fellow scrapbooker, Ashley Smith, has decided to take that quest for finding more inspiration a step farther by starting a new scrapbook magazine. Classy Scrapper Magazine will be the title of her new creation that will be launching in March 2007. I am very anxious to see a new scrapbooking magazine full of fresh ideas. On Ashley’s blog, she says that she hopes the magazine will be a place where they will be able to feature more “unknown” scrapbook artists than many of the other scrapbooking magazines. … Continue reading

Katie Couric’s “Magic” Weight Loss Program

Leave it to Katie Couric to make light of a “weighty” situation. That’s exactly what she has done with the very uncomfortable situation she was presented with courtesy of some “creative digital airbrushing.” The editorial staff of a promotional magazine (which is only distributed to CBS stations and passengers aboard American Airlines) took the liberty of retouching a photo taken of Couric at a recent advertising presentation. Editors of “Watch!” magazine say they digitally altered Couric’s photo to make her look about 20 pounds thinner, without the knowledge of Couric and CBS News management. But, the incoming CBS Evening News … Continue reading

“LDS Living” a Great Magazine

There is a magazine that is specifically designed for LDS families. It is “LDS Living.” This magazine focuses on the everyday life of Latter Day Saints. The magazine offers a variety of interesting features each month. The subjects of the feature articles vary each issue and cover aspects that are both seasonal and timely. In addition to the feature articles they offer a wide variety of regular columns. There is also a special topic in each issue. They have about three feature length articles on the topic. In the last two issues the topics have been family reunions and weddings. … Continue reading

Product Review: Scrapbook Answers Magazine

When a new scrapbook magazine is introduced, many scrapbookers cannot wait to get to the store and buy the first copy, some will even subscribe immediately (that’s me). But then there are other’s who wait until they hear what their friends have to say before getting a subscription or going on a hunt to find the magazine at their local store. Scrapbook Answers Magazine, who calls themselves “The Ultimate Guide to Scrapbooking”, is the newest addition to the scrapbook magazine newsstand. It is worth every penny! From their website: “Scrapbook Answers is the first scrapbooking magazine devoted to hands-on instruction, … Continue reading

Product Review: Paper Crafts Magazine

Paper Crafts Magazine is a monthly source of information for all types of people who enjoy creating with paper. This magazine would appeal to people who enjoy scrapbooking, card making, and altering regular items into something more beautiful and enjoyable to look at. They do not feature any scrapbook layouts in this magazine, but I like to use ideas I see here and incorporate them into my scrapbook layouts. This magazine contains several topics that are covered in each issue and they are always filled with fresh, new ideas. There are also always a few seasonal or special topic sections … Continue reading

Disney Introduces New Magazine: Wondertime

In February, Disney and Family Fun Magazine will debut a new magazine to the world of parenting magazines, Wondertime. This magazine, geared toward parents of infants – six year olds, dedicates itself to helping parents nurture their child’s thirst for knowledge and learning during this ultra-critical time in their child’s life. The magazine’s website describes the magazine as a: “…magazine dedicated to helping parents nurture their children’s love of learning. A blend of how and why, Wondertime inspires moms of infants through 6-year-olds to see the world through the eyes of their children, and to celebrate the wonder of this … Continue reading

Creating Keepsakes Magazine: Top Ten Issue

Sometimes when I read a scrapbook article or look through a scrapbook magazine it just excites me with all of the fresh ideas I see. I just finished reading Creating Keepsakes latest publication, Our Top Ten Issue, and it was wonderful. It was so full of creative and practical ideas that really got me in the mood to go and scrapbook later tonight. This magazine is a great resource for both the avid scrapbooker and someone new to the hobby. It covers the basic products you need for scrapbooking, tips for finishing pages quickly, ideas on improving your photos, and … Continue reading