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Creating a Family Picture Wall — Step 1: The Placement

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I have been wanting to make a Family Picture Wall for awhile now. I loved Shelley's colorful wall that she unveiled last year. Over Thanksgiving we were able to book some time with my very-talented sister Wendy for a family photo shoot. I was so excited!! I wanted to get some really colorful family shots. My oldest son is a senior (where did the time go???) and I wanted to get a shot of the … [Read more...]

Get Organized in 2012 — How Do You Record YOUR Family Memories?

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I was a big scrapbooker from the beginning in the early 90's. I loved buying all of those little stickers and recording the moments. I even had all of the different patterned scissors and punches. Then things got more complicated, my kids got older and LIFE took over. I got WAY behind on my scrapbooking. I just realized that I am 7 years behind. SEVEN years. What to do???? I asked this … [Read more...]

Share YOUR Holiday Moments here to Win a $100 prize plus a Hawaiian Trip!!

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One of my newest Holiday Memories is the Tatertots & Jello Cookie Exchange that I have hosted the last two years. It has been a treat to meet so many wonderful ladies PLUS exchange the most delicious cookies!! Kodak has created a way to create Albums -- so moments like these at my Cookie Exchange are captured and accessible. I created a Tatertots & Jello Cookie Exchange album. That … [Read more...]

Decorating with Photos — Make Photo Letter Wall Art!

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Good Beautiful Afternoon Tatertots and Jello Fans.   I hope your holiday season is fill with JOY and HAPPINESS!  It is amazing how time flies, already November 30?!  Did you know that I LOVE to decorate with photos?  It personalizes your home decor and the possibilities are truly endless. I'm Stacie from The Three Sweet Peas and today I am sharing a tutorial that will include a … [Read more...]

Family Picture Wall Makeover {decorating tutorial}

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I have a little nook under my stairs where I love to display our family photos. This space has undergone a few different changes over the years. This summer we decided to change things up just a little... This is what it looked like when it was  painted a dark brown color with pine cupboards underneath. Then I stenciled  the area but decided it needed a little lightening up....So we … [Read more...]

Giveaway Monday — Custom Name Sign from Everyday Lettering!!

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 Update -- giveaway closed. Winner is #217 Danyelle. {{Happy Monday}} Welcome to Giveaway Monday.  This week's giveaway is from -- Everyday Lettering!  Everyday Lettering is a fun shop run by Heather -- a mom to a fantastic 2-year old boy and an avid photographer. In addition to her photography, Heather makes custom name art using her own photos of everyday … [Read more...]

Giveaway Monday — Win a Lightscoop!! {say goodbye to ugly flash photos}

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UPDATE -- Giveaway Closed. The winner was #302 Missy from Pure Femininity   I know I've said it before, but I really want to share some of my favorite things in my  giveaways this year. And I'm so excited to tell you about another one of my favorite things -- the Lightscoop. I love my digital camera. And I am still learning all of the ins and outs of taking a great picture. One thing … [Read more...]

Giveaway — Faces to Love, blogger makeover project!!

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I had such a fun time at Blissdom and met so many amazing people, including Amy and Angie from I Heart Faces!! I Heart Faces is a photography website with weekly photo challenges for all levels of photographers. Co-Founders, Amy & Angie make sure you'll find great photo editing tutorials, camera tutorials, photography tips and giveaways each week. They also host a … [Read more...]

Wenderful’s — The Anatomy of a Snapshot: Exposure

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The Anatomy of a Snapshot: Exposure If you're looking to make "The Switch" from using your DSLR in auto mode to shooting in Manual, you'll need to understand Exposure. (And if you're totally happy shooting in auto, kudos to you. There is certainly no reason you need to be shooting in any mode other than what you are happy and comfortable in, unless you're planning on taking on photography as a … [Read more...]

Wenderful’s Anatomy of a Snapshot: Part 5 — Avoiding the Fake Smile AND *Shey*{B} GIVEAWAY

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Avoiding the Fake Smile In our house, "cheese" is a four letter word.  My husband strongly dislikes everything made with any type of cheese product.  Lasagna, fondue, casseroles, mac and cheese, and nachos are never on the dinner menu here at our house.  And I strongly dislike  the phrase, "Say cheese!"  Not only does it produce the  same painful look on everyone's face (pronouncing the … [Read more...]