Monica D. Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 Hello, I am a 17 year old in Arkansas. I have recently got involved in digi-scrapbooking as a cleaner, and actually cheaper, form of scrapbooking. It's much easier to scrapbook on the computer with a 3 year old around, than it is on the table that is rarely clear. LOL. My current project is starting on an adoption Lifebook for my sister (the overly helpful 3 year old previously mentioned) who was adopted from China 8 months ago. I have not purchased anything from SG, but I have an Asian adoption kit and add-on from another site. I like this board though, because it seems so helpful. Yeah, I'm new to all this. Not to scrapbooking in general, but the digital version, yeah. I'm really big into photography (main subjects: my cats and my sister) and blogging. And I do all my editing in GIMP, as I have yet to have enough spare cash lying around to buy Photoshop, although I think that's coming soon. Much love, Monica http://kaijinsbigsis.blogspot.com/ Our adoption blog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angdrumm Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 Scrapgirls Monica. You will find plenty of help here. If you haven't already done so, it is worth signing up for the newsletter as there are plenty of hints & tips & tutorials in it, oh and there is a freebie too. Also check out the university for other help. Any problems, just shout out on the board and someone will normally come to the rescue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enjoyingtheartofit Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 Welcome to one of the friendliest places around! Chatting within this positive environment is as important as scrapping. You can learn about anything! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PBarnes Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 Hi Moncia and welcome to Scrap Girls. It's great to see the younger generation embracing scrapbooking, especially digital. Hope you enjoy it here and don't hesitate to ask if you have any questions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sprinklz Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 Hi Monica and Welcome to Scrap Girls! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nutmeg Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 Welcome, Monica! I'm also from Arkansas, currently a student at the U of A. I got into digi-scrapping much for the same reasons as you (less mess in a dorm room). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherry Lynn Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 Welcome to Scrap Girls Monica - I'm sure you are going to love it here, everyone is very helpful and supportive - looking forward to seeing your layouts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
needadietcoke Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 Welcome! Glad you found us. Everyone here is fun and helpful, so if you have any questions, just ask. I can't wait to see some of your layouts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina M Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 So glad you joined the group You'll meet lots of wonderful people here and lots of support! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carych Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 Hi Monica - Welcome! I looked at the pictures on your blog and Reese is a cutie! I adopted my daughter from China 12 years ago and my sister adopted her two girls in 2001 and 2003. Congratulations on your new niece! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerryveale Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 Hi Monica, Welcome to Scrap Girls! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vaughnde Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 :welcome2: Welcome to Scrap Girls Monica. I'm glad to see the younger generation getting involved in digi-scrapping! If you ever need help...shout. Download the 15 free things you need to know about digital scrapbooking and sign up for the newsletters as well as the bonus newsletter that comes out on Tuesdays. There is always a freebie in the newsletters and You are gonna find a lot of support and help here. We do have several adoptee families here...so you'll fit in just fine! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKP81 Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 Welcome! This is a great site to learn anything you want about digi scrapbooking. It's fun and there are so many people here that can help with any questions that you have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRS Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 Welcome to Scrap Girls! Don't hesitate to ask questions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julie - scrapaholic Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 Welcome to Scrap Girls. We are a fun and informative group, so don't be afraid to ask for help. Looking forward to seeing your adoption album in the gallery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goofyemt96 Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 Welcome to Scrapgirls!! So glad you joined us here!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barb Hughes Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 Hey Monica! Welcome to Scrapgirls... you will learn quickly with all these great friends and helpers! Have fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monica D. Posted February 12, 2008 Author Share Posted February 12, 2008 Thanks, everyone, for your warm welcome. I don't know where one would usually post these types of things, but I've attached (I think...I hope) a file that is my first digi-scrapbooking page. It's what is intended to be the Title Page to Reese's adoption lifebook. I made it using GIMP 2.0, and I think it ended up being some 24 or so layers...Gah... It's not perfect, but I like it. Monica Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessSarah Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 Hey welcome. Scrappin' is a great way to record our lives, and the lives of those we love. Enjoy. And ask as many questions as you need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginaMO Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 Welcome to Scrap Girls Monica! I have 17 yo and 15 yo daughters who are just getting into digital scrapping as well. Neither of them has been brave enough to join an online community yet. Perhaps your example will encourage them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sschofi404 Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 Welcome Monica! You found the best digital scrapbooking place anywhere Jennifer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjaguiar Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 Welcome! Yeah another Arkansan! I am in Little Rock! You are going to love this place! I cannot wait to see your layouts! WELCOME!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryJo Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 Welcome Monica :welcome2: I am glad you decided to join us ! You're going to have a great time here..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monica D. Posted February 15, 2008 Author Share Posted February 15, 2008 Welcome! Yeah another Arkansan! I am in Little Rock! You are going to love this place! I cannot wait to see your layouts! WELCOME!!!!! I live just outside of Little Rock, about 20 minutes from downtown. My layout didn't load, and the computer it's on is in the shop getting it's data put back on it after it had to be sent in to be worked on in December. I should have it back tomorrow (Friday) though, and hopefully, I can get it loaded. Have you noticed that it's nearly impossible to find digi-scrapping stuff in LR? Just a little digi stuff in the stores would be nice...But as my Mom says, 'how would these little scrapbooking places stay in business if all they sold with digital?'. Ah, well. Nice to see others in Arkansas on here. Monica Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjaguiar Posted February 15, 2008 Share Posted February 15, 2008 WOW! You are close to me. We have another one here that is one of my best friends and she lives in Maumelle. Here name Dawnsmemories on the SG website. One day we should all have a SG day at the park or something and meet each other! Sorry your computer is on the fritz, I know it can be maddening! I use to have a scrapbooking store I just adored. Love the people, went to their classes...but they closed down about 6 months ago and I did not even know. I had a free coupon for about 30 dollars worth of product that I never used. Was saving it for a raining day...now I just threw them away. It is hard for scrapbooking stores to stay open around here for sure! Since I found Scrapgirls...I looked around at other online digital places but their quality was not near as great and wonderful as scrapgirls website. It is amazing how lifelike they make their collections. Have a great day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debilou Posted February 15, 2008 Share Posted February 15, 2008 Welcome to Scrap Girls Monica, Hope you like the site as much as I do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zaz Posted February 16, 2008 Share Posted February 16, 2008 Welcome to Scrap Girls, Monica! I wish I had started digital scrapbooking when I was 17, but alas, there was really no such thing way back then. You are a lucky girl! ~Zaz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monica D. Posted May 19, 2008 Author Share Posted May 19, 2008 Hi. I'm back. My computer is finally fixed (we think) so I can start really scrapping. I've done about 3 pages now. I've tried to attach them to this post. We'll see if it worked. One was for an online challenge. I can't wait to really get involved. Monica http://kaijinsbigsis.blogspot.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
April Showers Posted May 19, 2008 Share Posted May 19, 2008 Glad you're back! Hope your computer doesn't give you any more trouble. Those are lovely layout! Nice work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patsyt Posted May 19, 2008 Share Posted May 19, 2008 Welcome back, Monica. Your layouts are great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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