Read a great explanation from Connie Brockway on her decision to go ebook next time. She also gave some insight to the work an author has with a publishing house. They are all encouraged to market themselves regularily; ie Facebook &Twitter. Here is her post.
So to the issue of paper vs ebook. I say no issue when a reader. Either is great and has its place. I love turning pages and like my good friend Lorri love the scent of well-made pages bound into a book. On the other hand the ease of purchasing an ebook and reading in the dark are benefits as well.
But for authors I now see the incredible benefits of ebooks. Even Barnes and Noble offer a self-publishing side that they carry. Pubit!
So...what have you tried? As an author and as a reader?
Tra la la,
-Trishalicious
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Saturday, April 2, 2011
1st Card Swap at Work-Time For Guys
This is my 1st official card swap at my workplace. We could choose either birthday, get well, baby, or thank you for our theme. 12 signed up, including the owner-no pressure there- and we agreed to swap on Monday the 4th.
I love swaps. This is an opportunity for the beginner to the advanced card maker to share ideas, techniques, tips, etc..
I decided that since guy cards are always in short supply that I would hit that up as my specific theme for a birthday card.
I began with the Tim Holtz Timeworks Mask. Mixing Walnut Stain Reinker with water from my Aqua Painter that has water in the reservoir handle
I pounced a segment of my Yellow Cheesewheel Sponge into the dye mixture and over the mask as I placed it over the top portion of my Very Vanilla Cardstock front (4.25"x5.5") from Stampin' Up!.
Then I repositioned the mask again and lightly spritzed a mixture of water and Super Russet Pearl Ex Powder from my Mini Mister over the top.
I let it dry while I cut a 2"x4.25" strip of striped cardstock from my new Rustic Paper Pad I picked up at Joann's for the bottom portion of my card front. I then pounced some Walnut Stain Ink Pad around the edges.
Using Aluminum Tape I embossed this great new Sizzix Stitch Embossing Folder onto the aluminum tape thru my Big Shot and then used Adirondack Alcohol Inks in Copper Mixatives and Espresso to make it look like bronzy metal. And another piece of the tape in the Squared Lattice Folder from Sizzix.
Also, to carry my clock theme I used cheapo bronze embossing powder and Clear UTEE in my Melting Pot and poured the hot liquid into my favorite Clock Face Mold -AM297. Let set and pop out. So clear and detailed. I then pushed an interesting little nailhead that I got with my Purple Monster into the centers. Here's a good review of it.
I layered the large gear shape from the SU Gear Punch from Espresso Cardstock and stippled some Sparkle Gold Pearl Ex Powder on it.
But this was not enough for me. I have to see layers, something transparent, some tactile objects. So I stamped the SU large clock on scrap pieces of acetate (I always save the scraps from packaging) with my StazOn Timber Brown pad and trimmed around the edge.
I added a blob of Burgandy Stickles to the center of the clock and adhered it to the card front with Crystal Effects.
I used the Timber Brown StazOn to stamp part of the sentiment from the SU Smarty Pants set onto the striped paper.
At the bottom of the card front I layered the striped paper then the aluminum tape stitch-just pull off the backing, the gear punch out and then the clock from UTEE adhered with glue dots. I tucked a small strip of the lattice aluminum tape under the very edge of the striped paper and adhered it all to the card front and the card front to a Very Vanilla folded card blank. I added the rest of the sentiment inside the card along with the small gear stamp.
Don't forget to stamp your personalized stamp on the back of the card.
Awesome possum!
-Trish
P.S. Here's a quick pic of the card from my computer-the mirrored image. Hence the words are reversed...yes I said hence. It fit the time period of the card. I know it has a Steampunk feel to it tho I am not a huge Steampunk fan. Enjoy!
I love swaps. This is an opportunity for the beginner to the advanced card maker to share ideas, techniques, tips, etc..
I decided that since guy cards are always in short supply that I would hit that up as my specific theme for a birthday card.
I began with the Tim Holtz Timeworks Mask. Mixing Walnut Stain Reinker with water from my Aqua Painter that has water in the reservoir handle
I pounced a segment of my Yellow Cheesewheel Sponge into the dye mixture and over the mask as I placed it over the top portion of my Very Vanilla Cardstock front (4.25"x5.5") from Stampin' Up!.
Then I repositioned the mask again and lightly spritzed a mixture of water and Super Russet Pearl Ex Powder from my Mini Mister over the top.
I let it dry while I cut a 2"x4.25" strip of striped cardstock from my new Rustic Paper Pad I picked up at Joann's for the bottom portion of my card front. I then pounced some Walnut Stain Ink Pad around the edges.
Using Aluminum Tape I embossed this great new Sizzix Stitch Embossing Folder onto the aluminum tape thru my Big Shot and then used Adirondack Alcohol Inks in Copper Mixatives and Espresso to make it look like bronzy metal. And another piece of the tape in the Squared Lattice Folder from Sizzix.
Also, to carry my clock theme I used cheapo bronze embossing powder and Clear UTEE in my Melting Pot and poured the hot liquid into my favorite Clock Face Mold -AM297. Let set and pop out. So clear and detailed. I then pushed an interesting little nailhead that I got with my Purple Monster into the centers. Here's a good review of it.
I layered the large gear shape from the SU Gear Punch from Espresso Cardstock and stippled some Sparkle Gold Pearl Ex Powder on it.
But this was not enough for me. I have to see layers, something transparent, some tactile objects. So I stamped the SU large clock on scrap pieces of acetate (I always save the scraps from packaging) with my StazOn Timber Brown pad and trimmed around the edge.
I added a blob of Burgandy Stickles to the center of the clock and adhered it to the card front with Crystal Effects.
I used the Timber Brown StazOn to stamp part of the sentiment from the SU Smarty Pants set onto the striped paper.
At the bottom of the card front I layered the striped paper then the aluminum tape stitch-just pull off the backing, the gear punch out and then the clock from UTEE adhered with glue dots. I tucked a small strip of the lattice aluminum tape under the very edge of the striped paper and adhered it all to the card front and the card front to a Very Vanilla folded card blank. I added the rest of the sentiment inside the card along with the small gear stamp.
Don't forget to stamp your personalized stamp on the back of the card.
Awesome possum!
-Trish
P.S. Here's a quick pic of the card from my computer-the mirrored image. Hence the words are reversed...yes I said hence. It fit the time period of the card. I know it has a Steampunk feel to it tho I am not a huge Steampunk fan. Enjoy!
Friday, April 1, 2011
Stallone Movies
Okay, only one Stallone movie-Get Carter. Great movie! Watched it instead of blogging so now I head to bed.
Nighty-nite,
-Trishy
Nighty-nite,
-Trishy
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Chickenscratch: Happy 27th Anniversary Bob
Chickenscratch: Happy 27th Anniversary Bob
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1227037197
Happy 27th Anniversary Bob
Today is my 27th wedding anniversary.
Bob and I statistically should not have made it.
Married at 18 and 22, pregnant, no college between us, living paycheck to paycheck, no clear goals, and our moral compasses were a tad underdeveloped.
Well 27 years later, a lot of tears, even more laughter, and the strong direction of a loving Saviour and we have arrived to this point.
4 beautiful daughters and 4 grandchildren and more years to look forward to.
Love ya baby,
-Your Trish
Bob and I statistically should not have made it.
Married at 18 and 22, pregnant, no college between us, living paycheck to paycheck, no clear goals, and our moral compasses were a tad underdeveloped.
Well 27 years later, a lot of tears, even more laughter, and the strong direction of a loving Saviour and we have arrived to this point.
4 beautiful daughters and 4 grandchildren and more years to look forward to.
Love ya baby,
-Your Trish
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Fear Identified
There are many variations in the realm of fear.
Healthy fear when in danger.
Inset fear from past experience(s).
Fear of the unknown/phobias, etc...
The area I am thinking of lately is a fear that is usually hidden from ourselves and yet can manifest itself as a control issue when we interact with those around us.
Here is an example: the future well-being of your children and their ability to be a viable member of society hinges upon your skills as a parental influence. The decisions you make in your life affect them as well. As well as how and when you discipline, set boundaries and show affection. You have a set idea/plan/goal in mind. Internally you stress over every possible scenario. You obsess to the point of smothering your children or just give in to the pressure, release your hold, and let it all play-out. Balance is an elusive ingredient. Just when you think you have achieved a measure of it...poof!
But since your child has a will and agenda of their own...conflict and tension appear.
Fear is your new best friend.
Now as I look back, I realized the majority of the choices made were good. BUT...yep another But... fear motivated my life. I could NOT screw this up!
So now my daughters have some stories to bring to the show when Dr. Phil invites them to share their angst. More later...
Gotta go,
-Trishtastic
Healthy fear when in danger.
Inset fear from past experience(s).
Fear of the unknown/phobias, etc...
The area I am thinking of lately is a fear that is usually hidden from ourselves and yet can manifest itself as a control issue when we interact with those around us.
Here is an example: the future well-being of your children and their ability to be a viable member of society hinges upon your skills as a parental influence. The decisions you make in your life affect them as well. As well as how and when you discipline, set boundaries and show affection. You have a set idea/plan/goal in mind. Internally you stress over every possible scenario. You obsess to the point of smothering your children or just give in to the pressure, release your hold, and let it all play-out. Balance is an elusive ingredient. Just when you think you have achieved a measure of it...poof!
But since your child has a will and agenda of their own...conflict and tension appear.
Fear is your new best friend.
Now as I look back, I realized the majority of the choices made were good. BUT...yep another But... fear motivated my life. I could NOT screw this up!
So now my daughters have some stories to bring to the show when Dr. Phil invites them to share their angst. More later...
Gotta go,
-Trishtastic
Chickenscratch: Sex and old(er) age
Chickenscratch: Sex and old(er) age
http://www.andrology.com/andropause.htm
http://www.besthealthmag.ca/embrace-life/relationships/6-reasons-men-say-no-to-sex
http://www.ilovetotakejuiceplus.com
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