Facebook Timeline

Are you ready to move to the new Facebook timeline?  I believe everyone moves by the end of March so now is the time to customize your own timeline.  Let your friends see just how creative you are.  You will WOW them all.  It is very easy in StoryBook Creator Plus or sbcStudio.

Here are the steps in StoryBook Creator Plus:

1. Create a new custom project
2. Make the project size 11.35 inches wide and 4.2 inches high
3. Now create and embellish to your hearts content within this new size project
4. Once you have it just how you like it go to the File Tab
5. Choose Save As - Export Current Page
6. Choose where to save it (I suggest your desktop), give it a name, and be sure to use the dropdown arrow under where you give it a name and choose .jpg as the type of file
7. Choose Save
8. Make your resolution 72 DPI and say OK

You are now ready to upload the project to Facebook.

Here are the steps to follow in sbcStudio:

1. Create a new custom project
2. Make the project size 11.35 inches wide and 4.2 inches high
3. Now create and embellish to your hearts content within this new size project
4. Once you have it just how you like it go to the Page Command along the top
5. Choose Export Page
6. Choose where to save it, give it a name, make sure you file type is .jpg and your Pixels say 72 DPI
7. Choose Export

Youa re now ready to uplaod the project to Facebook.

I can't wait to see your creations.  Please friend me on Facebook if you haven't already.  I am on as Cheryl Weinschenk Freye.

This is so easy you can change your timeline with the seasons or with your moods.  Have fun!

Need a quick gift idea?

"Do you remember the last really great gift you got? You remember, don't you? You made that little happy, squeally noise and then tried to blame it on the dog? At Creative Memories we have the gumption to envision a world filled with happy, squeally noises. And you can be a major distributor." ~ Creative Memories

There is still time to create a really unique gift idea for anyone on your gift list - a photo panel.  A photo panel is a picture ready to display with no frame needed.  It is simple and classic and will take your breath away.  It is a gift that will bring a smile to the recipents face all year long. 

You can choose between the traditional type or the new metal type.  The metal ones are actually printed on metal and are gorgeous.  The whites and lighter colors of your photos will have an irridescent look.  These are beautiful for both modern photos and heritage photos.  The traditional type is a bit thicker and has a shiny acrylic type finish.  You can use the traditional photo panel as a white board.  This is great for to-do lists, menu boards, inspiration boards, etc.  The panels come in 4 sizes - 5x7 (both horizontal and vertical), 8x8, 11x8.5 (both horizontal and veritcal) and 12x12.  The 12x12 is designed to hang on a wall but can also be used on a tabletop if you have an easel stand.  The other sizes come with an easel built it. 

You can use one picture, add a quote, use your favorite album page, or design something completely unique.  If you don't have StoryBook Creator or sbcStudio you can use one of the pre-desinged templates at the Creative Memories Digtial Center.  Or if you would like to create a custom panel just give me a call and I would love to work with you to create the design of your dreams. 

These also make great teacher gifts, gifts for your boss, grandparent gifts, babysitter gifts, for your own office, for just about anyone. 

Here are a few examples of photo panels created to be used as a White Board.

The ordering deadline to ensure delivery by Christmas is December 13, 2011. Please let me know if I can help you complete your special gifts.

More ideas......

Here is a link to more photo panel ideas at the Project Center.

Calendar Options

There is still plenty of time to create a calendar for yourself or for a gift.  The ordering deadline for 2011 is December 13 to insure delivery by Christmas.

You can choose from a variety of pre-designed templates or create your own pages from scratch.  If you prefer the simple style there is a new FREE pre-designed block style collage calendar available here for download.   This template is for the PC only.  But you can find other FREE templates for both PC and Mac here for download.

If you need help creating your calendar you can watch a video that walks you through the process using StoryBook Creator Plus here and using sbcStudio here.  I am also always available to answer your questions.  

The new desk calendar at just $14.99 makes a great gift for hostesses, co-workers, teachers, grab-bags, or anyone on your gift list.  You can watch a You Tube Video on creating this new calendar with StoryBook Creator Plus  here and with sbcStudio here.

Do you have a family with an extra busy schedule and need more room than is available in the traditional calendar format to write down appointments, practices, etc.?  You can choose to reverse the calendar so the date portion is on the top 12x12 section and your photos are on the bottom 8x12 section.  It's very easy and I will show you the steps to follow here.

• First download the 2012 Calendar 12x18 Digital Blank Pages here.
• Create a new project and choose the the 2012 Calendar 12x18 Digital Blank Pages
• From the Insert Tab Choose Calendar and size the calendar to your desired size on the top portion of the calendar.  Be sure to work in the Trimmed View so your dates are not too close to the edges.

• You can then right click on the new calendar you added under the elements list and choose Calendar Style to change the style of the calendar. There are several to choose from.

• Once you have selected your calendar style you can then customize the design by right clicking on the calendar in the elements pane again and this time choosing Format Calendar.  You can then go through all of the choices on the left and totally customize your calendar.

• Once you have the calendar set how you like you right click on the calendar in the elements pane again and choose Calendar Style and Make Default Calendar Style.  Now when you add a calendar to the top portion of the remainder of your pages it will automatically be formatted in your design of choice.  You will just need to go to Format Calendar and change the month for each page.
• After you have the calendar set up you just go to the Elements Pane on the left and click on the eyeball to the left of the original calendar (Bottom of list).  This will hide that calendar and you can then add photos to the lower section. 

• Voila!  You now have a calendar that is truly your own with plenty of space to write all your important dates.

Please let me know if I can help you in any way with your precious photos.

Memories are the most precious gift of all.