Sketch Challenge 0730

[Laura]

I'm so excited - it's time for another sketch template challenge!

I love seeing how everyone uses the sketch. It's so inspiring to see all the different ideas. Thank you for playing!

Let's see what you can do with this one! I found this one quite challenging. Let me know what you think!

If you would like to download a tutorial on how to use these Sketches - click HERE FOR TUTORIAL (http://digitaldesignden.com/forum/showthread.php?t=258)


lease post your layouts HERE (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showgallery.php?cat=524). if you would also please make a note here in this thread so we are sure not to miss anyone's layout. That way we can all be sure to leave lots of "love" on everyone's layouts. Everyone likes to have comments on their pages!

Pick up your FREE sketch template HERE. (http://www.4shared.com/file/nKIaAgKH/Sketch0729.html) Secret password is: sketch03

Please use predominantly Digital Design Den kits in your layouts! Thank you.

[Laura]

Here's one to get you started - Just you and Me (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=442&title=just-you-and-me&cat=all) :D

[sandy]

It's time for a new one? The last one was AWESOME Laura! There are some amazing layouts in the galleries! I can't wait to see what this one is! I need to catch up on all of the challenges! Maybe this weekend!

[landorasue]

Thanks, Laura! Yes, it does look a bit challenging.

[robyn]

Another great template from you Laura! Thank you.

[msbrad]

OHHHHHH, you have read my mind on a multi photo arrangement! :D
Thank you, I'll be getting there...most are still in raw.

[Laura]

Yea, Michi! I am so anxious to see what you create with this template!

[Grace]

The multi photo template looked too challenging until I saw your fun and cute layout:

http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/524/thumbs/sketch0729.jpg (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=442&title=just-you-and-me&cat=all)

I'm going to scraplift your layout!

[coppercurls]

I love these multi photo ones since I have so many wedding photos to scrap now!

[Karen]

Thanks Laura, I'm off to download it now.

Karen

[cats4jan]

You know how I love my sketches. This one looks like I will be filling some of the squares with BG paper - but I'll see as I go along.

[Laura]

The multi photo template looked too challenging until I saw your fun and cute layout:



I'm going to scraplift your layout!

I'd be absolutely thrilled to be scraplifted by you, Grace! I struggled so with this template. I am looking forward to getting more ideas from everyone else!:)

[Laura]

Thanks Laura, I'm off to download it now.

Karen

Wonderful, Karen, am I going to see some more of the beautiful flora from Australia? I love your photographs!

[Laura]

Cats4Jan -
That's so funny, you're already thinking of what to fill the squares with! I can't wait to see what you come up with! Whooppee!!!!

[Andrea]

Thanxs for the sketch...I am looking forward to geting back into these challenges!

[Janice]

I am so ready for another sketch, thanks Laura.funny 01

:rofl2::rofl2::rofl2:

[MsKaty]

I love sketches (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=458&title=my-favorite-pelican-pics&cat=524)! Thanks a bunch! I put some of my favorite pelican photos on mine...

http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/524/Pelicans-copy.jpg

[Laura]

Oh MsKaty, what a wonderful job with the sketch! Love your pelican photos, they are such cool birds, I just love watching them. Great layout, love the background!

[msbrad]

Here's my take from your inspiring template.
Thank you.
http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/524/Ben-mesmerized_fireworks.jpg (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=465&title=remember-the-magic&cat=524)

[Laura]

Oh that is so good, Michi, it's magical!

[cats4jan]

http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/524/thumbs/600x600-150-fish-073010.jpg (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=466&title=fish&cat=all)

Struggled with this simple layout and boy was it hard not to fill up more of the white space ;)

[Laura]

Janice, love the touch of the brush and the way you used one photo to fill all the squares. Also love the softness of the colors. You sure did a wonderful take on the sketch, very impressive!

[Cathy]

http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=473&title=spring&cat=524

http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/524/DDDSketch0729_spring.jpg

credits in gallery

[Laura]

This is so lovely, so fresh, I can almost smell the blossoms! Beautiful take on the sketch, Wow!

[Maree]

Grabbing it, I am so last again lol... Will have something done in a couple of days..
Thank you again, I love template challanges...
And Ladies wow, havnt loved the gallery yet, but from previews in here very inspiring :)

[Karen]

Maree you are not the last, I have downloaded the template but still have the photos on the camera that I think will work well with this template.

Karen

PS where about in WA are you? K

[Diane]

Great template, Laura! Gotta do this - oh, where is my mojo when I need it????:eek:

[Ellie]

Here's mine...Chicago 2010 (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=500&title=chicago-2010&cat=524)

http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/524/thumbs/2010_07_Chicago2.jpg

[Laura]

That's beautiful Ellie, left a little "love" for you in the gallery!

[Laura]

Diane.... hee hee hheee! Mo jo coming your way!:D

[cats4jan]

I posted another sample of using only one photo to fill your entire sketch photo area - I know this isn't this sketch, but ...

http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/600x600-150-Gorilla-copy.jpg (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=506&title=sampleusing-one-photo-to-fill-several-squares&cat=500)

[KimR.]

Finally got a sketch challenge done!!

The flowers in the Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks were gorgeous. Everywhere we went we found different ones.

http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/524/Flowers---DDDSketch0729-by-.jpg (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=512&title=earth-laughs-in-flowers&cat=524)

[Laura]

That's such a perfect way to utilize the sketch, KimR! The soft colors of the background and the blue ribbons and those beautiful flowers, this is so pretty.

[Karen]

Well I got the photos off the camera and have used the template for showing off Preston Beach where we spent a couple of days last week.

http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/524/thumbs/DDDSketch07291.jpg

Karen

[Muriel]

Oh you alre all doing such a great job with the sketch challenge. It made me go back and try it again.
Yesterday was DGS's birthday... Will try this again... Here it is I hope (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=548&title=15-th-birthday&cat=524)

[Janice]

Here is my take on the sketch, love this sketch, great way to use lots of photos.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4074/4854519586_a8088b0542_m.jpg (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=563&title=wild&cat=524)

credits in the gallery.

[Laura]

Janice, that is so beautiful, so creative and artistic, looks perfect to print, frame and hang on the wall!

[Miss Pepper]

Another (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=589&title=1stbd-cake&cat=524)fun one, thanks, Laura. Here is my take.. :)

http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/524/1st_-BD-cake.jpg

[Laura]

Miss Pepper,
That sure makes me smile! What a creative take, love it.

[Laura]

I sure thought this template would be a challenge, but from my journey through the gallery, everyone has taken such a creative and fun approach with it. It's a pleasure looking at the layouts and getting so muc inspiration! Woo hoo!

[Ricki]

Hi girls!!

i would love to give a try on my first but am so unsure. Any suggestions as to how to go about this? I see the layouts [sketches?] and they are all so beautiful, but being SO new I am not sure........
I downloaded the zip file but am looking at it and saying to myself, "okay, what now". Is there a rule to this or any way one wants as long as it's FROM the sketch?

[Reene]

file:///C:/DOCUME%7E1/Clareene/LOCALS%7E1/Temp/moz-screenshot-11.pnghttp://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/508/thumbs/BAZAAR-ANIMALS_4e.gif (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=597&title=most-unusual-birdhouses&cat=508)
Most unusual Birdhouses
Reene (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/member.php?uid=79&username=reene)

[landorasue]

Hi girls!!

i would love to give a try on my first but am so unsure. Any suggestions as to how to go about this? I see the layouts [sketches?] and they are all so beautiful, but being SO new I am not sure........
I downloaded the zip file but am looking at it and saying to myself, "okay, what now". Is there a rule to this or any way one wants as long as it's FROM the sketch?

Ricki, were you able to unzip the file? If not, right click on the Zip file, then there should be an option to Extract from zip, or something to that effect. Once you have unzipped the file, open the sketch (.psd file) in Photoshop. Duplicate it; do not work on the orginal.

I'm wondering if there is a tutorial, yet, on how to work with templates/sketches. That would be most helpful.

Anyway, once you get the sketch into Photoshop, ask for more help if you need it!

[Ricki]

I didn't mention that I unzipped it. I meant to say I am looking at the jpg and was wondering how to go about it.

I didn't even realize that there is one jpg and one psd format!! Good thing I asked. Now it sounds easier and I'm off to choose with what to work with.

For sure to duplicate will prevent unwanted accidents in case I go wrong.....:)

Thanks for the help!!

[landorasue]

Oh, wonderful. Glad you got it figured out.

[Laura]

Thank you, Lana, for bringing this to my attention.There IS a tutorial!
The tutorial is ready and in the Tutorials section here at the Den. To get your copy, click HERE (http://digitaldesignden.com/forum/showthread.php?t=258).

[Ricki]

And this is going to take me a while. I have to figure out how to put what where and so forth but I believe I got the general idea!!!

...as I was writing this, I was able to figure out how. I needed to drag from the duplicate to the paper or background I chose.

My thinking cap is on for sure:)

[Laura]

Alright, Ricki, sounds like you're good to go. I can't wait to see your layout! Have so much fun! Ask any questions you like. I left you a PM also!

[landorasue]

Thanks, Laura. I knew one of you had written a tutorial on this.

[Ricki]

Hi Laura!!
I opened the tut and thank you very much!!! Very easy to understand and I am sure I will able to come up with something that can pass for 'nice' on my first time.
Yep, got your PM.

Thank you both for helping me out on this and as SOON as I get something I will post it!!!

[robyn]

Hi Ricki,
I'm looking forward to your first effort! :)

[Ricki]

Lana!!!
Excuse me for not mentioning your name, I still have to get the names in place......now I know!!!
:)

[Ricki]

Hi Robyn!!!!

I am too and I hope it will be nice for a first time....:o
It will take time as I like to be perfect but it will come out most probably tomorrow cause I can already hear the morning birds chirping..........:cool:

[Ellen]

hurray another sketch and hopefully i'll find some time today or tomorrow to work with it.

[Laura]

Oh goodie, Ellen!:)

[Maree]

lol cool I wont be last :) I am Outside of Perth..

Maree you are not the last, I have downloaded the template but still have the photos on the camera that I think will work well with this template.

Karen

PS where about in WA are you? K

[landorasue]

Here's my sketch: True Love

I also used this LO for the August font challenge.

http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/540/thumbs/Dakota-Hair-Cut-01-4WEB.jpg (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=613&title=font-dirtybag-3a-true-love&cat=524)
Font-Dirtybag: True Lo... (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=613&title=font-dirtybag-3a-true-love&cat=524)

[Mom_of_5]

Here is mine for my first challenge ever at the Digital Den...
http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/524/20100425_presentsWEB.jpg (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=653&title=presents&cat=all)

[Grace]

Here's my Pasticceria layout:

http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/524/thumbs/Sketch0729FreshWeb.jpg (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=658&title=pasticceria&cat=524)

[Laura]

Oh my, the layouts are so good. I surely thought I would stump you all with that template, but wow - one gorgeous one after the other. You all are definately creative and talented. Hmmmmmmmmm - thinking about the next one to give you!:D

[Ricki]

Okay gals, here goes. I KNOW it needs a whole lot of fixing up so please tell me what am I doing wrong?!?!?!?!

This is my FIRST layout ever, never did this kind of thing, and I know I have tons of mistakes so I would really appreciate guidance in how to perfect it up.

This is my first grandson and I KNOW it's not at all like the sketch but I had to stop trying at some point. Looking at all the awesome layouts I feel silly.........
:(
http://a.imageshack.us/img820/7391/peleel.png

I am so sorry my dear Karen!!!! I TOTALLY forgot to add due credits!!!!!!!!! I used the kit "Love Is All We Need" from Karen at Snickerdoodle's kit. Wow, that was the first time that ever happened to me, I NEVER forget to do that.

[Laura]

Ricki,

You did it! Yea, I am so excited. Great color choices and it does look like a very artistic take on the sketch challenge. I love the frames you used and what an adorable little face! This is really good. I am so thrilled you felt comfortable to post your very first layout here at the Den. You will see, everyone will be so delighted with your layout. You did such a wonderful job with it! Very nice! (Love the distressed edged look).

[Ricki]

Hi Laura,

Thank you so much for the compliments! I wasn't satisfied but I guess there is a first for everything. I have SO much to learn and I hope with time I will get the hang of it. It has nothing to do with the sketch and that is what bothered me but I'm here to stay and I WILL learn.

But yes, I felt comfortable enough to post it and that means that I feel confident here in the Den.

I felt AWFUL about the credits and as soon as it dawned on me I fixed that.

[Karen]

Ricki I love the colours you have used. The bold coloured border with lighter paper and darker frames is very good.

Don't worry that you have not used the sketch exactly as it was - the rules are, there are no rules [lol]. In other words it is okay to adapt the sketch to whatever you want.

Karn

[Ricki]

Oh Karen thank you very much!!! I am feeling better about it already. :)

You guys are SO kind!!!!

[Karen]

Isn't that what friends are for Ricki?

hugs,
Karen

[Ricki]

Yes Karen, for sure true friends!!!!

hugs back,
Ricki

[Laura]

Ricki!

Karen is absolutely correct, the rules are - there are no rules!:) It's all about having fun, learning and getting to try new things. I think you did a great job on the sketch and your layout!:D Get ready I'll have another one soon!

Hugs

[Ricki]

Hey Laura!!!

Yes, it sure is fun!! And you make me feel so good about my first time!!!!!

My fingers are ready.....:)

hugs too

[Janice]

I think you did a great job Ricki! Maybe some of us should do a show and tell of some of our earliest layouts, if we still have them.

[Karen]

Oh, no - definitely not Janice. I shudder when I see of my very early layouts.

Karen

[Ricki]

Thank you Janice!!!

You all are giving me such a good feeling and my confidence IS getting better. I was quite at fear to post it but now I'm glad I did. This is how I'll learn.

I am so happy to be here at the Den!!!!

[Karen]

Ricki, we have all been where you are and believe me, we all felt very nervous and a bit apprehensive when we first posted anything. You are doing very well - keep up the good work.

Karen

[Ricki]

You know Karen, I also thought that about that. Everyone started from the beginning but you all give me a good feeling that I'm not awkward.

You gals sure know the right words to help build my confidence.
:)
Bless you all!!

[KimR.]

Okay gals, here goes. I KNOW it needs a whole lot of fixing up so please tell me what am I doing wrong?!?!?!?!

This is my FIRST layout ever, never did this kind of thing, and I know I have tons of mistakes so I would really appreciate guidance in how to perfect it up.

This is my first grandson and I KNOW it's not at all like the sketch but I had to stop trying at some point. Looking at all the awesome layouts I feel silly.........
:(
http://a.imageshack.us/img820/7391/peleel.png

I am so sorry my dear Karen!!!! I TOTALLY forgot to add due credits!!!!!!!!! I used the kit "Love Is All We Need" from Karen at Snickerdoodle's kit. Wow, that was the first time that ever happened to me, I NEVER forget to do that.

Ricki, I would never have known this was your first layout if you hadn't told us! You did a great job!

First off, your grandson is adorable! I like the colors you've used and the shape of the frames. The shadow behind the lighter colored mat makes it pop off the page. Your ribbons/brackets tie the page together.

I couldn't find this in the gallery, why don't you post it there so more will see it? I'm sure there are many members who might not look at this thread.

I look forward to seeing more of your pages!

[Snickerdoodle Designs]

Morning, Ricki (and all!) You have been busy, my dear, while I have been sleeping! This is great! I LOVE that you feel so comfortable at the Den that you stepped out and shared your work with us. It is an honor for us, so thank you. And I also agree with everyone else, you've done a lovely job. Your color choices were great too! Hmmm... now I'm going to have to polish up that kit and get it into the store at the den! XOOX!

[cats4jan]

Ricki - we are our own worst critics. The thing to remember is there is no right or wrong when creating your pages. And sometimes it's better to step away from the LO and go back to it in a few days. Your opinion of the LO may change after you get away from it.

I like what you have done and I see many many innovative and beautiful things you've done with it.

Want to see one of my first pages? Although it's "not much" I still enjoy looking at it because it was "where I was" at that point in time.


[/URL]
[URL="http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=692&title=one-of-my-first-lo-27s&cat=all"]http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/low-Jeff-autumn.jpg (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/uploads/52/low-Jeff-autumn.jpg)
I think I used a brush for the backgrounds and I used that layer style on the text. The "tear strip" on the left edge was my first attempt and boy was that a disaster. I never did learn how to make them better. LOL That photo is that weird shape because I was cutting away things I did not want in the photo and that was the only way I knew to improve the photo.

[NancyP]

Ricki! I love it!! Love how you did the frames!!!

[NancyP]

OK, here is my attempt. Just took these photos of the swamp area around our campsite. We took the pontoon boat right in there and it was so peaceful and beautiful.

http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=702&title=time-stands-still&cat=524
http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/524/Time-Stands-Still-DISCOVERI.jpg

[Ricki]

Ricki, I would never have known this was your first layout if you hadn't told us! You did a great job!

First off, your grandson is adorable! I like the colors you've used and the shape of the frames. The shadow behind the lighter colored mat makes it pop off the page. Your ribbons/brackets tie the page together.

I couldn't find this in the gallery, why don't you post it there so more will see it? I'm sure there are many members who might not look at this thread.

I look forward to seeing more of your pages!

Thank you SO much!!!Yes, isn't he a button?!?!!?!
I am happy that my first attempt isn't as bad as I thought.
Gallery?!!?! My oh my, didn't even know about that.........:o
And I too am looking to more creations!!!!!

[Janice]

http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab34/janicepattie/Digital%20Layouts/Seaside.jpg

This was my debut. Those who were members at DCC will remember Stormy Seas. I'm quite pleased with this one, I think I went down hill for a bit after that before starting to really learn :rofl2:

[Ricki]

Morning, Ricki (and all!) You have been busy, my dear, while I have been sleeping! This is great! I LOVE that you feel so comfortable at the Den that you stepped out and shared your work with us. It is an honor for us, so thank you. And I also agree with everyone else, you've done a lovely job. Your color choices were great too! Hmmm... now I'm going to have to polish up that kit and get it into the store at the den! XOOX!

Why thank you so much!!!!! With all the kind words I feel it's not at all like what I thought. And to think this is my first LO. Thank you EVER so much for bringing me here!!
yes, I LOVE that kit.....:)
XOXO

[Ricki]

Ricki - we are our own worst critics. The thing to remember is there is no right or wrong when creating your pages. And sometimes it's better to step away from the LO and go back to it in a few days. Your opinion of the LO may change after you get away from it.

I like what you have done and I see many many innovative and beautiful things you've done with it.

Want to see one of my first pages? Although it's "not much" I still enjoy looking at it because it was "where I was" at that point in time.


[/URL]
[URL="http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=692&title=one-of-my-first-lo-27s&cat=all"]http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/low-Jeff-autumn.jpg (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/uploads/52/low-Jeff-autumn.jpg)
I think I used a brush for the backgrounds and I used that layer style on the text. The "tear strip" on the left edge was my first attempt and boy was that a disaster. I never did learn how to make them better. LOL That photo is that weird shape because I was cutting away things I did not want in the photo and that was the only way I knew to improve the photo.


You are ever so right, we ARE our own worst critics!!!! I did step away a number of times but always came back to the same thing and decided to go for it in the end with what ever came out :)

Thank you for showing your first LO. I'm sure I will also go back and look where I began and I'm sure there will be difference!!!!

And thank you so much for your kind words. They help my confidence build up.

[Ricki]

Ricki! I love it!! Love how you did the frames!!!

Thank you very much for the compliment!!!

[Laura]

I REMEMBER that layout, Janice! Oh what fun times learning, isn't it? I wanted to go back and redo some of my earlier layouts for my albums but my husband said, why don't you keep them, they are great memories, not only of the events you scrapped but how you have changed and grown in your scrapbook learning. And now I sometimes look back at those layouts and have a good chuckle, but I wouldn't change them for the world! So happy scrapping everyone!

[robyn]

Okay gals, here goes. I KNOW it needs a whole lot of fixing up so please tell me what am I doing wrong?!?!?!?!

This is my FIRST layout ever, never did this kind of thing, and I know I have tons of mistakes so I would really appreciate guidance in how to perfect it up.

This is my first grandson and I KNOW it's not at all like the sketch but I had to stop trying at some point. Looking at all the awesome layouts I feel silly.........
:(
http://a.imageshack.us/img820/7391/peleel.png

I am so sorry my dear Karen!!!! I TOTALLY forgot to add due credits!!!!!!!!! I used the kit "Love Is All We Need" from Karen at Snickerdoodle's kit. Wow, that was the first time that ever happened to me, I NEVER forget to do that.

Ricki,

I don't think you have done a whole lot wrong with this at all! Your little grandson is a cute as can be. I like the idea of having him in these nicely bevelled frames grouped together. They look good on the lighter coloured paper with the darker paper (matching the frames) in the background as a border.
I think it's a fabulous first attempt and I'm so very thrilled that you didn't allow nerves or apprehension to prevent you from posting. We all started out at the same point and we travel our journeys at different rates. So we are all at different levels and we are ALL STILL learning.

I must see if I can did my first attempt up from the depths of my hard drive if I still have it. I had NO idea what I was doing. I didn't even know what scrapbooking was...........I'd never heard of it, as I don't think it was (and probably still isn't!) all that popular in my country.

[robyn]

I think this was the first page that I ever did, and it took me HOURS and HOURS to do it!

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s120/Robyn60/temporary%20images/Grandchildrens-Christmas.jpg

[Diane]

Ricki, your first layout is wonderful!!!! (are you SURE it's your first - LOL!!). I just love how you did the background layers and the "grunge" look to them. And your little grandson is so cute in the coordinating color frames - great job!

[Diane]

Since we are showing "first" layouts, I actually found mine, so I thought I'd share. Very plain, no special effects!! (the coffee in the froth looked--to me--like a heart with cupid's arrow through it!!). Here it is:

http://i643.photobucket.com/albums/uu151/beachy-keen/SG-contest-_entry.jpg

[Ricki]

Ricki,

I don't think you have done a whole lot wrong with this at all! Your little grandson is a cute as can be. I like the idea of having him in these nicely bevelled frames grouped together. They look good on the lighter coloured paper with the darker paper (matching the frames) in the background as a border.
I think it's a fabulous first attempt and I'm so very thrilled that you didn't allow nerves or apprehension to prevent you from posting. We all started out at the same point and we travel our journeys at different rates. So we are all at different levels and we are ALL STILL learning.

I must see if I can did my first attempt up from the depths of my hard drive if I still have it. I had NO idea what I was doing. I didn't even know what scrapbooking was...........I'd never heard of it, as I don't think it was (and probably still isn't!) all that popular in my country.

Hi Robyn!!!
My oh my!!! What kind words!!! First of all yes, my first is so sweet, could eat him up without sugar. :)

I am so happy to read that my first LO attempt is nice, can't wait for the next one! I can see we all started from somewhere and I feel good knowing I didn't make a fool of myself, you have no idea how nervous I was but on the other hand I felt confident enough to post it without fear, just plain jumped in.....taking the chance and boy am I glad I did.

Thank you SO much:D

[Ricki]

Ricki, your first layout is wonderful!!!! (are you SURE it's your first - LOL!!). I just love how you did the background layers and the "grunge" look to them. And your little grandson is so cute in the coordinating color frames - great job!

Thank you!!!! yep, my first LO :) QP's are more easier for me but LO's are so different.
Thanks for the kind words:)

[Ricki]

I see everyone's "first" and I am thinking to myself, we all started from scratch :D

I didn't even THINK of that when I posted it.

Thank you to all of you for making me feel good about myself. It helps me feel so much better with my first attempt.

smilie-love029

[Maree]

Lol oh Ricki, I love you.. Have really enjoyed looking at all these first layouts..
And yours is fantastic for your first attempt, and I to am so so glad that you finished it and allowed us to share it with you.. Thank yousmilie-love029
I cant wait to see more now;)..
I guess since everyone else has put up their firsts, I shall see if I can track one of mine down, with computer dying, unless I transferred them to a disc I have lost them.. Sounds good to me :rofl2:
I never put up a layout till I thought I was at least fairly good, sometimes when we see layouts in the gallery from those way more experienced we feel intimidated.. I know I did.. So I am really happy that you were not, we need more ladies like you

But this is my effort for this template.. I did swap bubbles for the rectangle and square photos, but I kept to the size and placement lol..
And I always make a template my own anyway..
http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/524/Mozz_BSC_Maritime_SC_080810.jpg?4826 (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=730&nocache=1)

Thank you for the template and challengeLaura

[Karen]

I love this, I think it is beautiful.

Karen

[Karen]

I agree Robyn and have experienced myself. I really like the friendly atmosphere you and Sandy have created here because the rest of us take our lead from you two.

Thank you both.

Karen

[robyn]

Karen is referring to a post I just removed. I did so because I thought my choice of wording may have been a bit offensive. But basically I was saying that I was proud of the fact that our members are supportive and encouraging of one another (this can be a little different at some sites) and I'm so pleased with the feel and atmosphere that you all have created here in such a short time! Thank you everyone.

[Ricki]

Lol oh Ricki, I love you.. Have really enjoyed looking at all these first layouts..
And yours is fantastic for your first attempt, and I to am so so glad that you finished it and allowed us to share it with you.. Thank yousmilie-love029
I cant wait to see more now;)..
I guess since everyone else has put up their firsts, I shall see if I can track one of mine down, with computer dying, unless I transferred them to a disc I have lost them.. Sounds good to me :rofl2:
I never put up a layout till I thought I was at least fairly good, sometimes when we see layouts in the gallery from those way more experienced we feel intimidated.. I know I did.. So I am really happy that you were not, we need more ladies like you

But this is my effort for this template.. I did swap bubbles for the rectangle and square photos, but I kept to the size and placement lol..
And I always make a template my own anyway..
http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/524/Mozz_BSC_Maritime_SC_080810.jpg?4826 (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=730&nocache=1)

Thank you for the template and challengeLaura


What kind words!!! Thank you SO much!!!!! I can tell you for sure it took a lot of courage on my part to post it but everyone here is giving me such a good feeling that I felt safe enough. And I was right!!! I have been around but not in forums of these kinds but from what I did see I have never encountered such goodness and kindness. This gave me the push to do it and I am ever so happy I did!!!!!

I love what you did! Everyone here is so talented and I know I have come to the perfect place to be able to continue with my passion of creating.

[robyn]

............and now Ricki, we are looking forward to your SECOND page! :D

Don't forget to upload it to your gallery though. If you need any help with this, just ask! :)

[Ricki]

Karen is referring to a post I just removed. I did so because I thought my choice of wording may have been a bit offensive. But basically I was saying that I was proud of the fact that our members are supportive and encouraging of one another (this can be a little different at some sites) and I'm so pleased with the feel and atmosphere that you all have created here in such a short time! Thank you everyone.


The awesome atmosphere here is what makes me feel safe and I simply LOVE that!!!! I am honored to be able to be a part of a such a special forum.smilie-love029

[Ricki]

............and now Ricki, we are looking forward to your SECOND page! :D

Don't forget to upload it to your gallery though. If you need any help with this, just ask! :)

Will have to check that out and any questions I most certainly will ask!!! Thank you Robyn :)

[Ricki]

okay. I looked but to be on the safe side I would like to ask, how do I do that?!?!?! To upload my LO?
:o

[Magnolia57]

More photos from the Ohio-Erie Canal Towpath. A great blue heron this time. We are so fortunate to live so close to this trail. It is a great place for riding bikes too.
Great Blue Heron (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=815&title=great-blue-heron&cat=524)
http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/524/medium/DDD-Sketch0729-2.jpg

[cats4jan]

Phyllis - that turned out so nice - love your photos

[Laura]

Phyllis, oh that is so gorgeous in it's simplicity (and not really simple), very eye catching, just love it.

[Diane]

Another wonderful template, Laura! Here's my take on it.


http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=822&title=shopping-for-a-motorcycle&cat=524

http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/524/DDDSketch_4_0729-sfw.jpg

[Laura]

Love it, love it, love it Diane,
Those colors, the subject! Fun, fun, fun. Close to my heart, too, as my husband and I both ride harleys! You go for it, Girlfriend!

[Traci]

Ricki....I am so happy you posted your first here....your first page AND your first grand baby! Both are absolutely wonderful! If you hadn't told me, I truly wouldn't have known that this was your first page...and you did it with a sketch challenge! Good for you, my friend! I think you did a wonderful job! I am so proud for you!

[Traci]

And here is my entry (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=835&title=service&cat=524) for this sketch challenge! I can't believe I actually found time to play! WooHoo!

http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/524/Jared-Medic-of-the-year4web.jpg

[AmyWA]

here is my sketch Day at Aqwa (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=839&title=day-at-aqwa&cat=524) and yes it contains my energetic kids. Aqwa is a place where you get to look at the animals living in the sea and they also had a touch and feel pool which the kids loved some much that I had to buy new t-shirt due to the ones they were wearing got absolutely drenched:)

[Digidonna]

Playing catch up - here is my layout for this challenge.

http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/524/Brumley-Gospel-Sing-4-web.jpg (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=875&title=sketch-07-29&cat=524)

[Laura]

You are so busy, Donna! This looks like you had such a fun trip! Great photos, love the color scheme.

[Traci]

Love this, Donna! I always to see where you go with your singing!

[cats4jan]

http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/data/524/thumbs/600x600-150-First-Visitor-082010.jpg (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/uploads/52/600x600-150-First-Visitor-082010.jpg)

First visitor (http://www.digitaldesignden.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=1040&title=first-visitorsketch-0829&cat=524)

I know this looks not at all like the sketch, but it was my inspiration and I like how easy it was to change to suit my purpose.

[Laura]

It's so cute, what an adorable little subject. Looks as if he was posing for the camera and he welcomed you to HOT, sunny Florida! I welcome you, too!