http://www.mycreativeescape.com/index.php/site/index/ en info@mycreativeescape.com Copyright 2010 2010-07-16T15:11:00-06:00 http://www.mycreativeescape.com/index.php?/site/mypantone_iphone_app_review/ http://www.mycreativeescape.com/index.php?/site/mypantone_iphone_app_review/#When:15:11:00Z How-to, Scrapbooking 2010-07-16T15:11:00-06:00 http://www.mycreativeescape.com/index.php?/site/think_ink_iphone_app_review/ http://www.mycreativeescape.com/index.php?/site/think_ink_iphone_app_review/#When:02:59:01Z With mobile devices becoming an important part in our everyday lives, we've decided to start looking at some great apps that can help fuel your passion for crafting. Today, we're showing you the Think Ink iPhone app from Neenah Paper. How-to, Scrapbooking 2010-07-14T02:59:01-06:00 http://www.mycreativeescape.com/index.php?/site/episode_12_holiday_gift_ideas/ http://www.mycreativeescape.com/index.php?/site/episode_12_holiday_gift_ideas/#When:05:10:00Z For the non-scrapbookers ~Scrapbook of family members, children, grandchildren, spouse, grandparents ~Celebrate a specific time over the past year, vacation, anniversary, birthday ~Document highlights from the entire year ~If you’re making a scrapbook for grandparents or great-grandparents, let your children help out (if they’re able to). ~Create a page of memories and place within a shadowbox. ~Add mementos and found objects to increase enhance the reaction ~Create a scrapbooking kit for those that may be interested in scrapbooking, but may not know where to start.  They can arrange the elements in any way that they wish, making the gift that much more precious. ~Create a custom journal for someone you care about. Find elements that they like or a theme and customize the cover or create custom sections that they can use. ~These ideas may even inspire the recipient to begin scrapbooking themselves. For the scrapbookers ~Supplies! ~Paper ~Markers ~Pencils ~Stamps ~Inks ~Cutting instuments ~Die-cut machines/presses ~Storage containers/travel containers ~Gift cards for crafting stores/supply companies or for computer hardware/software such as scanners, cameras 2008-12-23T05:10:00-06:00 http://www.mycreativeescape.com/index.php?/site/episode_11_a_quick_note_to_our_listeners/ http://www.mycreativeescape.com/index.php?/site/episode_11_a_quick_note_to_our_listeners/#When:04:58:00Z Just a quick note from the Escape Route crew to all of our subscribers.  Thank you for staying subscribed.  We have many more great shows coming soon! 2008-02-14T04:58:00-06:00 http://www.mycreativeescape.com/index.php?/site/episode_10_details_details_details/ http://www.mycreativeescape.com/index.php?/site/episode_10_details_details_details/#When:00:47:00Z Don’t forget to add those little things that make your great page into a WOW page. Embellishments are often times the one little accent that throws fear into the hearts of many.  What if there are too many…or worse yet not enough? How will I know when to stop?  Tune in to today’s session with Tim Gluth to learn about the perfect fixings for your perfect “salad” - what is the perfect topping for your page! 2007-12-14T00:47:00-06:00 http://www.mycreativeescape.com/index.php?/site/episode_9_picking_the_perfect_color/ http://www.mycreativeescape.com/index.php?/site/episode_9_picking_the_perfect_color/#When:00:53:01Z Looking for ideas on color combinations? What works together and what doesn’t?  As a start, take a look at colourlovers.com or an online tool from Adobe called Kuler.  These are just two places recommended by designer Tim Gluth to help get those creative juices going.  Listen to today’s session to find out where to get your ideas started.  Anyone hear nature calling? 2007-12-07T00:53:01-06:00 http://www.mycreativeescape.com/index.php?/site/episode_8_part_two_of_our_discussion_about_scrapbook_design_and_inspiration/ http://www.mycreativeescape.com/index.php?/site/episode_8_part_two_of_our_discussion_about_scrapbook_design_and_inspiration/#When:01:09:00Z Here is part two with Laurette from Creative Chapter.  We are covering such things as how to unleash that inner creativity, giving yourself permission to make a mistake in a layout and how to hide it.  Tune in for some great ideas! 2007-11-02T01:09:00-06:00 http://www.mycreativeescape.com/index.php?/site/episode_7_scrapbook_page_layoutswhere_to_begin/ http://www.mycreativeescape.com/index.php?/site/episode_7_scrapbook_page_layoutswhere_to_begin/#When:01:04:01Z Feeling overwhelmed when trying to decide a page layout?  Not sure where to start? Today’s podcast is about that very issue. Take away some ideas on getting started from Laurette Morrissey, owner of Creative Chapter.  She is an avid scrapbooker and will also help you layout your own pages or a full book.  She shares her tips on getting started on a page, how to get past the fear of cutting that first picture and much more! 2007-10-26T01:04:01-06:00 http://www.mycreativeescape.com/index.php?/site/episode_6_writing_prompts_defining_you/ http://www.mycreativeescape.com/index.php?/site/episode_6_writing_prompts_defining_you/#When:19:30:01Z A benefit to journaling is being able to honestly define who you are inside—define your values, strengths, fears, and dreams. That definition is a great beginning to wherever you want to go next. The important thing is to have a starting point. Here is a short list of prompts to start taking that inward journey. 2007-09-01T19:30:01-06:00 http://www.mycreativeescape.com/index.php?/site/episode_5_an_introduction_to_digital_scrapbooking/ http://www.mycreativeescape.com/index.php?/site/episode_5_an_introduction_to_digital_scrapbooking/#When:18:00:00Z Get a good overview about this hot craze in scrapbooking. Visual Designer, Tim Gluth, talks about the variety of software available in the marketplace as well as other recommendations to make that “ultimate” scrapbook page a hit. 2007-07-04T18:00:00-06:00