tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208Tue, 27 Oct 2009 01:57:36 +0000This is the blog for Distinctive Moments. We offer a full line of scrapbook services and pre-made products to create a home for your photos and memorabilia. In our blog you find post on our products, articles, tips and techniques, contest and challenges, product reviews, polls, project instructions, and much more.http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)Blogger115125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-1088181230857538698Mon, 31 Aug 2009 14:47:00 +00002009-08-31T10:47:00.565-04:00ContestShopWant to win a gift certificate for our Etsy Shop or ArtFire Studio? We’ll here is your chance.Here is your assignment: Tell us about your favorite Summer memory. Add your memorable moment as a comment at the end of this post. Be sure to sign into Blogger or leave your name with your comment (How else will we know who the winner is?).At least four (4) different people must post comments in orderhttp://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/08/win-7-on-7th.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-3047974407845992098Sun, 23 Aug 2009 14:43:00 +00002009-08-23T10:43:00.456-04:00Go GreenLately, instead of taking project goodies home in the store plastic bags, I’ve been using my own Shopping Envelope. These are great because I don’t worry about my paper getting bent in this sturdy envelope. I keep one in the car for unexpected stops.I use the Craft Keepers Envelopes by Generations. These envelopes are acid-free and durable. They are 12” x 12” and have a 1-1/2" expansion capacity http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/08/go-green-with-shopping-envelope.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-4898646355832050841Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:42:00 +00002009-08-21T10:42:00.417-04:00Tips and TechniquesTry out new adhesives before you buy them. It’s just like buying shoes; you want to make sure it fits right. Test your friends’ adhesive or see if the store has a demo for you to try.Use your grocery shopping skills when buying adhesive. Compare the unit prices of the different adhesives you use. Some buys may be better than others.Take advantage of sales. Look out for adhesive sales and http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/08/buying-adhesive.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-1226708672246352782Thu, 20 Aug 2009 11:50:00 +00002009-08-20T07:50:00.400-04:00CardsShopFor those of you who love the colors Pink & Green, these cards are for you. Email us if you would like a custom card in the color scheme of your choice.http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/08/pretty-in-pink-green-cards.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-4447446282312103823Thu, 13 Aug 2009 11:42:00 +00002009-08-13T07:42:00.481-04:00ScrapbookingShopPre-MadeSaleSave time by purchasing Pre-made Page Layouts.We offer generic and theme specific layouts. A personalized title may be added to the generic layouts at no extra cost. The following sizes are available 8” x 8”, 81/2” x 11”, and 12” x 12”.Buy one layout and get one half off when you purchase your pre-made layouts by August 22.http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/08/pre-made-layouts-by-distinctive-moments.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-97148425730574699Tue, 11 Aug 2009 14:40:00 +00002009-08-11T10:40:00.190-04:00Tips and TechniquesScrapbookingCardsArticlesBelow you’ll read about five money savers. Try one, some, or all and continue to use the savers that work best for you.Use Your Scraps It is very rare for me to use all the products I purchase for my various products. I may only use half a piece of pattern paper or a foot of a yard of the ribbon I purchased. This process leaves me with tons of scraps (cardstock, paper, embellishments, ribbon http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/08/five-money-savers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-7615041107749686936Thu, 06 Aug 2009 14:25:00 +00002009-08-06T10:25:00.682-04:00Altered ItemsShopPre-MadeAdd a little pizzazz to you photos with these altered frames. We have wood frames as well as acrylic block frames. We’ll add your photo the acrylic block frame for you. Just send us a digital photo when you place your order.Email us if you would like a special custom frame made just for you.http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/08/altered-frames.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-4695807849256354269Wed, 05 Aug 2009 11:57:00 +00002009-08-05T07:57:42.437-04:00ReviewsThe Dot 'n' Roller Adhesive is an awesome adhesive from Kokuyo.This adhesive:· is a micro-dot dry adhesive that is acid free.· provides instant holding power with no dry time needed.· does not wrinkle or leave unsightly bumps under paper.· has an applicator that allows for smooth adhesive lay down with easy starts and clean cuts, even around curves.· has a retractable cap to protect the adhesive http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/08/dot-n-roller-adhesive.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-3130777963763110641Tue, 09 Jun 2009 02:14:00 +00002009-06-08T22:22:24.774-04:00What's New?ShopFather’s Day Cards have been added to our Etsy Shop and ArtFire Studio. Email us if you would like a custom card.Purchase your card(s) by June 14 and receive free shipping.http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/06/fathers-day-cards.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-2022863395350172084Wed, 03 Jun 2009 12:38:00 +00002009-06-03T08:41:46.366-04:00ReviewsThe Crop-A-Dile is an all-in-one tool from We R Memory Keepers that punches and sets eyelets and snaps. Below are some pros and cons.Pros:· Punches through paper, cardstock, chipboard, acrylic, fabric, leather, metal, and more.· Silent. No banging or clicking.· One piece to punch and set eyelets and snaps.· Sets 1/8" and 3/16" eyelets and snaps.· Can easily punch and set eyelets in a straight http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/06/crop-dile.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-173690109583903249Tue, 26 May 2009 17:08:00 +00002009-05-26T13:12:02.001-04:00ContestClassesTo enter to win a Birthday FrameClass Kit, leave a comment to the Birthday Frame Class Instructions post answering the following question, “How soon do you print/develop your photos?”Comments must be submitted by June 7, 2009 to be eligible to win the Birthday Frame Class Kit.The winner will be announced in our Online Classroom.http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/05/win-free-birthday-frame-kit.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-3719472722507682465Fri, 22 May 2009 16:05:00 +00002009-05-22T12:11:05.105-04:00Classes Visit our Online Classroom to learn how to make a birthday frame. The Birthday Frame was originally presented in our Online Open House earlier this year.In our Online Classroom you will have access to a sketch, supply list, instructions, and an instructional video. Comments and questions can be posted in the Online Classroom or discussed during the class chat.Stay tuned for a chance to win a http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/05/new-free-class-starting-may-24.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-5989838607291783231Wed, 20 May 2009 23:32:00 +00002009-05-20T20:43:36.332-04:00What's New?AnnouncementsTwitter is a free social networking that enables its users to send short updates of 140 characters or less and read other users’ updates known as tweets.Follow Distinctive Moments on Twitter to receive special offers (for followers only) and updates. Subscribe to our new Twitter feed at twitter.com/dMoments. http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/05/find-us-on-twitter.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-3341425118659637640Sun, 19 Apr 2009 16:02:00 +00002009-04-19T12:05:13.408-04:00ClassesJoin us tonight, April 19, 2009 at 8:00 EST to discuss the Birthday Tag Class in our Online Classroom Blog.We will use Google Talks for our Chat (This application can be downloaded).http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/04/birthday-tag-class-chat.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-6026383089350486195Sat, 18 Apr 2009 20:32:00 +00002009-04-18T17:30:56.167-04:00What's New?ShopAnnouncementsWe have added an additional shopping option for our clients. Visit at our ArtFire Studio to view the products below and many more. Also you don’t need an ArtFire account tp purchase products from our shop.Happy shopping!http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/04/distinctive-moments-artfire-studio.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-1878300469628320324Wed, 01 Apr 2009 21:11:00 +00002009-04-01T17:12:49.625-04:00Other BlogsWhat's New?Tips and TechniquesAnnouncementsVisit our Online Classroom to learn how to preserve your memories. This free blog will provide instructions on various techniques and projects. So stop by and see what we have to offer.http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/04/learn-how-to-preserve-your-moments.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-8937407414914623052Mon, 09 Feb 2009 01:30:00 +00002009-02-08T20:30:00.346-05:00EtsyOpen HouseAnd the winner is...Mailing ListMake and TakeWe hope you all enjoyed Distinctive Moments 1st Online Open House. Hopefully it was also informative.Don’t forget to visit us often to:Get more information about Distinctive Moments @ http://distinctivemoments.com/To purchase Distinctive Moments products @ http://www.distinctivemoments.etsy.com/SurveyIf you have a moment, please click on the link below to provide feedback on our 1st Online Open http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/02/distinctive-moments-1st-open-house.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-9200533752259551567Mon, 09 Feb 2009 01:00:00 +00002009-02-08T20:00:00.881-05:00Open HouseAnd the winner is...ChatJoin us in the Chat Room to discuss the demos and the Online Open House. Everyone who participants in the Chat will receive Grand Giveaway points.http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/02/online-open-house-chat-and-birthday.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-7827447897202770902Mon, 09 Feb 2009 00:30:00 +00002009-02-08T19:30:00.198-05:00workshopsOpen HouseAnd the winner is...ContestPoints: Everyone who commented in the last post receives 5 points. Don’t forget, when commenting on future blog post during this event, include your point total in your comment (i.e. CAnderson said..50 PTS…)Birthday Paper Bag Scrapbook Workshop Information For those of you who really like the Birthday Paper Bag Scrapbook, we are offering a free workshop on our classroom blog starting February 22,http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/02/custom-scrapbook-design-points-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-6645679299456074230Mon, 09 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +00002009-02-08T19:00:01.552-05:00Open HouseContestTo enter to win a $60 off coupon a Custom Scrapbook Design, leave a comment here answering the following question, "What memory would you like displayed in a scrapbook?"Be sure to include your name or some type of identifier if you comment as Anonymous (without signing in), if you would like to be eligible to win a Custom Scrapbook Discount. All participants who comment on the post before the http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/02/giveaway-no-4.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-1349069132557409310Sun, 08 Feb 2009 23:30:00 +00002009-02-08T18:30:00.194-05:00Open HouseAnd the winner is...Make and TakeWinner: Congratulations Angela! You are the winner of the Altered Item, Pre-made Layout/Album Discount. Email us at blog@distinctivemoments.com with the subject “Open House Giveaway No. 3” for further instructions on receiving your prize.Points: Everyone who commented in the last post receives 5 points. Don’t forget, when commenting on future blog post during this event, include your point total http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/02/altered-item-pre-made-layoutscrapbook.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-1819977550016844029Sun, 08 Feb 2009 23:00:00 +00002009-02-08T18:00:01.336-05:00Open HouseContestTo enter to win a $10 off coupon for an Altered Item, Pre-made Layout, or Pre-made Scrapbook , leave a comment to this post answering the following question, "Do you prefer custom scrapbooks or pre-made scrapbooks, and why?"Be sure to include your name or some type of identifier if you comment as Anonymous (without signing in), if you would like to be eligible to win an Altered Item, Pre-made http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/02/giveaway-no-3.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-5331146152432406535Sun, 08 Feb 2009 22:30:00 +00002009-02-08T17:30:00.661-05:00Open HouseAnd the winner is...Make and TakePoints: Everyone who commented in the last post receives 5 points. Don’t forget, when commenting on future blog post during this event, include your point total in your comment (i.e. CAnderson said..33 PTS…)Birthday Frame Demo SketchIncluded in Kit:1-Clear Plastic, 4” x 6” (Stamped)1-Green Cardstock, 3 ½” x 5 ½”1-Blue Pattern Paper, 2 ½”x 3 ½”1-Orange Eyelet1-Red Eyelet1-Yellow Eyelet9”-Blue http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/02/cardtag-points-and-birthday-frame-demo.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-4452466186703552635Sun, 08 Feb 2009 22:00:00 +00002009-02-08T17:00:00.224-05:00Open HouseContestTo enter to win a Free Card or Tag, visit our Cards/Tags Section in our Etsy Shop, and leave a comment here telling us your favorite Card or Tag. Be sure to include your name or some type of identifier if you comment as Anonymous (without signing in), if you would like to be eligible to win a Free Card or Tag. All participants who comment on the post before the next Blog Post will be entered intohttp://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/02/giveaway-no-2.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1561835716385588208.post-5614811940153834875Sun, 08 Feb 2009 21:30:00 +00002009-02-08T16:30:00.480-05:00Open HouseAnd the winner is...Make and TakePoints: Everyone who commented in the last blog post receives 5 points. Don’t forget, when commenting on future blog post during this event, include your point total in your comment (i.e. CAnderson said..26 PTS…)Birthday Card DemoSketchIncluded in Kit:1-White Cardstock, 8 ½” x 5 ½”1-Blue Pattern Paper, 3” x 5 ½”1-Green Pattern Paper, 3” x 5 ½”1-Yellow Cardstock, 1” x 5 ½” (Stamped)2-Blue/Purple http://distinctivemoments.blogspot.com/2009/02/salegreat-buy-points-and-birthday-card.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (canderson ~ Distinctive Moments)0