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Using Microsoft Paint to Personalize JPG Files

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 13:23:28 PST

If you enjoy making your own cards and like to use your own pictures or images from another source, you can personalize (add text) to them using Microsoft Paint. With just a little practice, and these step-by-step instructions, you can learn to personalize any *.jpg (picture/image) file. Turn any picture into a party invitation or add "subtitles" to family photos!

It's Time To Get Back To Crafting!

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 17:45:33 PST

You often think about doing some crafting or making your own cards, and then decide that you don't have enough time. However, it takes less time than you think---if you have a few crafting and a handful of other items on hand. This article can get you started on your way "back to crafting"!

Baby Shower Table Decoration

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 18:01:19 PST

Feeling creative? Here are instructions for making a simple table decoration for the baby shower you are planning! Get instructions and the links to the free printables you'll need for assembling this table decoration. A link to free illustrated instructions is also provided.

Giving Gift Cards as Baby Shower Gifts

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 17:47:19 PST

Giving a gift card for a baby shower gift can be more than just a little plastic card in an envelope. Here are some ideas to make it a really fun gift!

Baby Shower Thank You Cards

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 17:43:16 PST

This article provides instructions for making your own personalized Baby Shower Thank You cards. You don't need any special card-making software to personalize and print these cards. Links to free printable thank you cards are also provided.

Having a Baby Shower? It's As Easy As 1-2-3

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 17:30:49 PST

Planning a baby shower doesn't have to be a dreaded task! Get everything you need to plan a simple baby shower, including free printables you can use to create your own baby shower invitations, party games, decorations, and more!

Free Printable Baby Shower Invitations

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 17:26:11 PST

Have fun making your own baby shower invitations! Get the free printable baby invitations and the matching envelopes, along with the instructions for how to personalize them. You don't need card-making software---just a computer and a printer!

Make Your Own Baby Shower Guest Book

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 17:21:45 PST

You can make this baby shower guest book using plain computer paper and a simple 3-ring binder. Get the free printable baby shower guest book pages along with the instructions that you'll need to assemble it.

Baby Shower Bingo

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 17:10:09 PST

Bingo is an easy game to play, and it's the kind of game that you can play over and over again...until everyone wins! Get everything you need, including the free printable bingo cards, to play Baby Shower Bingo!

Computer Disaster Recovery, or Don't Let a Computer Crash Ruin Your Day

Sat, 09 Feb 2008 18:10:24 PST

The computer has become about as essential as the telephone, or maybe more so, especially if you have a home-based business, you are a telecommuter, or you are going to college or graduate school. Whatever the reason, if you depend on the computer for any regular part of your day (even if just to play one more game of Free Cell), then a computer crash could definitely bring your life to a screeching halt. You can prepare for a computer disaster by regularly performing a few simple disaster recovery processes...and you don't have to be a computer geek to know how.

Diacritics: The Squiggly Marks Above and Below a Letter

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 15:05:40 PST

What in heaven's name are those odd-looking squiggly lines, dots, or slashes that appear above a letter? They are diacritics! This article will tell you how to find them in Word and to insert them into your text.

Valentine Party Favors or Gifts for Co-Workers

Fri, 25 Jan 2008 12:17:32 PST

In very little time, and for very little cost, you can make colorful Valentine's Day candy cups that can be used as party favors or gifts for co-workers and friends. This simple idea can be used for any party or occasion, and everything can be purchased at your local dollar store!

Give Mom Something Special for Mother's Day...a little bit of yourself...

Fri, 25 Jan 2008 11:25:30 PST

You always say that you're going to spend more time with Mom...and now is the time to make good on that promise! Here are some ideas about how to give Mom the best Mother's Day present you can possibly give her...your time and attention.

Give Mom a Gift Card for Mother's Day

Fri, 25 Jan 2008 11:05:56 PST

Giving a gift card to Mom for Mother's Day doesn't have to be impersonal. With just a little bit of thought and the ideas included in this article, you can make a gift card seem like the best gift ever!

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Fri, 25 Jan 2008 05:38:03 PST

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Give Your Mom a Box of Memories for Mother's Day

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 14:32:48 PST

Are you tired of this year's Mother's Day cards and gifts looking like last year's cards and gifts? Then this is the year that you can give your Mom a gift that she will never forget---a box full of your memories about your Mom!

Easy Thanksgiving Day Craft: Make a Decorative Banner or Sign

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 13:45:28 PST

This is an easy decoration craft for young kids. The example is for a Thanksgiving decoration, but the general instructions can be modified for any holiday or special occasion. The instructions come with a free illustrated tutorial.

Insert Text Into a Gift Card

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 07:42:54 PST

By learning a few new Word skills, you can create personalized gift tags (name cards, placeholders, you name it) using blank business cards. This article provides easy-to-read steps to help you through the process of inserting text into blank business cards so that you can make your own very special gift tags.

Make Gift Tags Using Business Cards

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 07:22:31 PST

Add pizazz to all of your gifts by creating your own gift tags! It's a simple as using blank business cards (which you can purchase at any office supply store). This article provides the basics of using blank business cards to create gift tags for any occasion.

Make Personalized Cards and Invitations Without Card-Making Software

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 06:52:16 PST

You can make your own personalized cards and invitations without having card-making software! By learning a few tricks, you can use your word-processing program (such as Microsoft Word) to make wonderfully personalized cards, as well as matching envelopes! Don't be afraid to try, it's easier than you think. Step-by-step instructions, along with free downloadable templates, are provided in this article.