MagsGraphics Digital Scrappin' Blog

Creative Scrappers!!

2012-01-19T07:01:00.000-05:00

I love seeing layouts using the kits I've created!! There is something SO COOL about a person liking a kit I've created and then showing it off with their scrapped memories. You are always welcome to upload a layout to the MagsGraphics Gallery or post to the MagsGraphics FB page. You just might get featured here on the blog!

Here are just a few of the great layouts I've come across...

Education Station Kit - Layout by Shirley

Chocolate Cherry kit - Layout by Pam

Farmer's Market Kit - Layout by Susan

No Pirates Kit - Layout by Chris

Animal Crackers: Petshop Palz Kit - Layout by Pam

Snowman is from Winter Traditions - Layout by Marshal

Woodland Christmas Kit - Layout by Shirley

Christmas Wishes - Layout by Marilyn

Links for each kit take you to the MagsGraphics.com store, but these kits are also available at MyMemories and DigiscrapStation!

So what have you created lately?!! I've love to see your work!

:) Mags

CT Showcase & Challenge Opportunities!

2012-01-18T17:22:00.000-05:00

My CT has been hard at work creating some fantastic layouts - this post is all about showing off their creativity!

JANIE used the Baby, It's Cold Outside kit for these cute layouts:

She used the Trendy Baby kit for this double-age spread showing off her sons and grandsons:

And this layout matched captured SKYPE images with the new Woodland Christmas kit!

She was also able to use the same kit, yet pull out completely different colors for this layout featuring her new puppy:

Nice job, Janie!!

The S'more Snowmen kit was featured as the kit for the December QP Challenge at DSS. There were many wonderful layouts, and KAREN made these:

She also worked with the Simply Christmas kit:

I love layouts that incorporate lots of photos!!

Carolyn completed some wonderful layouts using the Christmas Wishes kit:

Lots of great memories scrapped there!

Linda also used the Christmas Wishes kit for this double-page spread:

And she used the Simply Christmas kit for these layouts:

Remember, you can get coupons for FREE kits by participating in the Challenges at DigiscrapStation! One of my CT members, Jemima (aka Scrapper) heads those up! In fact, you can this great TEMPLATE for FREE by participating in the January QP Challenge!

CHECK OUT THE CHALLENGE HERE!

Whether you are an official CT member or not, I LOVE to see your layouts! Feel free to post them in the MagsGraphics Gallery or on the MagsGraphics Facebook Page!

:) Mags

Featured Designer at My Memories!

2012-01-09T01:01:00.001-05:00

What a happy week! I'm the *Featured Designer* at MyMemories! That means some fun things for you too... because all of my kits at the MyMemories store are 35% off this week only, AND if you leave a comment on their blog, you will be eligible to win one of THREE $15.00 gift certificates to my store there!

I LOVE working with MyMemories! This is a community that is ACTIVE and THRIVING! From their blog to their store, to challenges and give-aways on their Facebook Page, this is a group of very talented and generous scrappers who are eager to share new ideas and eye-catching layouts! Plus, MyMemories has some FANTASTIC software for digital scrapbooking! If you have been looking for an easy program to help you preserve your memories, then you should definitely check them out! And I can offer you $10 OFF their software with this coupon code:

STMMMS90118

Within your software download, you'll get ANOTHER $10 coupon good for scrapkits at the MyMemories store-- what a deal!

I have also have a link to some cute quick pages

(courtesy of MyMemories, of course) -

DOWNLOAD HERE

While you're at the MyMemories site, be sure to check out all of their other FREEBIES... and the 35% off sale at my section of the store!

Happy Scrappin'!

:) Mags

New Kit: Woodland Christmas

2012-01-06T15:55:00.000-05:00

It's taken about 3 weeks to get my computer working properly - no real reason as to WHY it gummed up in the first place, but I'm thankful that things seem to be chugging along again, and I can get back to designing!

I know it's after Christmas, but if you are anything like me, you aren't caught up anyway, so I can post a new Christmas Kit... Introducing WOODLAND CHRISTMAS! This was inspired by a Unicef Christmas Card we received this year - made me think of forest creatures and what if they celebrated Christmas too! ;)

These are available at MagsGraphics and DigiscrapStation, and will process through the MyMemories store in just a few days! Of course, if you buy them in the first week, you can take advantage of the special introductory price!

Of course, I have a couple of coordinating FREEBIES for you... you can snag a set of

6 Embossed PAPERS here:

DIRECT DOWNLOAD HERE

And for my Facebook Friends, you can snag some

Christmas/Winter QUOTE tags:

DOWNLOAD through FB HERE

Facebook is fast becoming THE way to communicate with other people - whether it be family, friends, acquaintances, or businesses, so I really encourage you (if you aren't on there already!) to join in.

I LOVE to see your layouts - so I hope you'll post to the MagsGraphics Gallery and/or the MagsGraphics Fan Page. And as always, your comments, feedback, or kit requests are most appreciated!

Happy Scrappin'!
:) Mags

DST Blog Train : Refresh

2011-12-29T21:19:00.002-05:00

For the DST Blog Train on January 1, 2012...

My apologies! I have been having non-stop computer issues since mid-December. I was hoping to have it all fixed by now, but I am in the middle of a complete system restore.

Therefore, I do not have a kit for this blog train. :(

Please continue on to the next blog stop: http://luvewedesigns.com.

I hope to have my computer back up and running as soon as possible and have some goodies for you too!

Appreciate your understanding.
Most sincerely,
Mags

SCRAPPY CHRISTMAS!!

2011-12-24T15:25:00.000-05:00

Wishing all of you a

VERY SCRAPPY CHRISTMAS!

There are LOTS of sales going on:

50% off of EVERYTHING at MagsGraphics

50% off of all of my kits at DigiscrapStation.

15% off all kits + 50% many of them at MyMemories!

Sale goes until January 3rd!

May you all creative many wonderful memories this season - Bring your cameras so that you'll have LOTS to scrap in the new year!

I'd love to see your Christmas layouts!

You can post them to the MagsGraphics Facebook Wall!

:) Mags

Simply CHRISTmas!

2011-12-21T08:47:00.000-05:00

Merry Christmas to you! I hope you've been enjoying the past month and haven't let the hustle and bustle of holiday shopping, Christmas cards, and endless baking wear you down! I have been working on several scrappy projects as gifts for most of the month, as well as this H U G E Nativity-Themed kit called "Simply Christmas."

Normally $8.99, you can find it in my stores for the introductory price of $4.99! It's up and ready at MagsGraphics and DigiscrapStation. In a few days, it will process through the My Memories store.

And I've created a set of coordinating STARRY papers for you - Hopefully they'll entice you to pick up the full kit!

DIRECT DOWNLOAD HERE

Remember to visit my Facebook Page - there's only days left on that December freebie that coordinates with the DST Dec. Blog Train!

Wishing you a fun-filled Christmas with your family & friends and joy in the celebration of the birth of our Savior!

:) Mags

DST Blog Train: TRADITIONS

2011-11-30T22:01:00.052-05:00

This post has TWO Freebies and a hefty COUPON so be sure to read it all the way through! :)

This month's DST Blog Train uses some really pretty colors with a generic theme of "Traditions." I'm a pretty seasonal gal, so I did a winter-type kit. My gift to you this Christmas season is a larger kit than the traditional blog train offerings... This kit has 10 papers and 20 elements... Enough for a few layouts! Enjoy! :)

The blog stop before this one was Digi Deborah's Designs.

This freebie has expired - but you can purchase it at my stores.

The next stop on the blog train is Scraps by Mara. And if you get lost, you can visit the Blog Train Blog for the complete list.

For those of you who follow my Facebook Fan Page, you can find a coordinating ALPHA there:

This is not longer a FB freebie, but you can purchase it at my store.

(Already a fan? Click on the "Welcome" Tab on the Fan page to see the freebie.)

I appreciate your comments AND your business...

Please use this 50% off coupon code:

MaGs50PrCT_DeC

at the MagsGraphics store for whatever else you might like!

Happy Scrappin'! - Merry Christmas! - Happy Holidays! - Joyeux Noel! - Happy Hanukkah! - Joyous New Year!

:) Mags

CYBER MONDAY SALE!!!! (+ Freebies!)

2011-11-27T22:01:00.016-05:00

Now that your weekend of scouring the malls and shops for the best deals on your Christmas gifts, it's time to sit back in your comfy office chair and snag up some great deals on DIGI-SCRAP kits... it's CYBER MONDAY!!

For MONDAY, Nov. 28th only,

ALL MagsGraphics Kits in ALL of my stores are 50% off--

including CU/Designer Resources!

Visit any of these locations to enjoy the great deal:

MagsGraphics Store

DigiscrapStation

My Memories

This is a one-day only event - don't miss out!!

I have another great set of quick pages from My Memories! If you haven't checked out their amazing software for digital scrapping, this may be what you've been waiting for! Version 3 was just released, and I can tell you (from experience) that is a FANTASTIC! Finally a scrappin' program for the average scrapper who doesn't want the huge learning curve of Photoshop or Paint Shop Pro!

If you are interested in purchasing this program, I have a $10 off coupon code for you:

STMMMS90118

And here is a set of 6 freebie quick pages for you courtesy of My Memories!

DOWNLOAD HERE

Happy Shopping & Happy Scrappin'!

:) Mags

Freebies from My Memories!

2011-11-18T14:00:00.001-05:00

*Please NOTE: After I posted this, My Memories made the exciting announcement that VERSION 3 will be releasing in just a couple of days!! So you may want to hang on to your coupon code and use it for the latest release! The improvements from v2 to v3 make it even better!!

If you haven't checked out the My Memories Store, Blog, or Facebook page, then you are missing out on a ton of great stuff!! The company gives out FREEBIES almost daily on Facebook, plus they have a large FREEBIE section in their store, AND their SOFTWARE is awesome!! Finally - this is a software for the "every scrapper" - you build layouts just like when you paper scrapped... only digitally. There's not the huge learning curve like with Paint Shop Pro or Photoshop. I've seen so many comments on their Facebook page from new users who are amazed at how quickly they finish their first layout after installing the software! We're talking 30 minutes or an hour vs. DAYS learning a new software!

If you are interested in the My Memories SOFTWARE, I've got a COUPON for you! You can get $10.00 OFF your purchase with this coupon code:

STMMMS90118

When you purchase, you also get another coupon in the download worth $10 of kits at the store - so it's like a DOUBLE coupon!

I also have a link to some beautiful FREE quick pages. Regardless of whether you use their software of not, you can use ALL of their kits, designs, and quick pages in your own programs as well!

DOWNLOAD HERE

Enjoy the freebies - Hope to see you hanging around their Facebook Page or Forums!

:) Mags

New Kits! Sales! Freebies! :)

2011-11-17T14:38:00.001-05:00

My husband and I just got back from 5 days touring Wine Country in California with friends!! What a fun vacation! We tried 35 different wines and saw some beautiful countryside. In fact, the scenic photos I took on our trip are the basis for this "Wine Tasting" Kit that I created. Five of the papers incorporate the stunning landscapes from the various wineries. I think it might be my best kit yet; take a look:

You can find it at MagsGraphics and DsS right now - ON SALE for a short time at an introductory price!

This kit will process through the My Memories store in about 4 days.

I've also been working on the Christmas Wishes Kit. This started out as a small blog train offering last year, and is now a complete kit PACKED with goodies:

This also at an introductory SALE price at MagsGraphics and DigiScrapStation, and will process through the My Memories store in a few days.

Now it's FREEBIE TIME!! And I've got a couple of them for you!

1. There's a new FREEBIE on my Facebook Fan Page. "Like" the page and you get THIS freebie:

It uses the "Hear Those Jingle Bells" kit and makes for a WONDERFUL Cover Page to your Christmas album! Already a fan on Facebook?-- Click on the Welcome tab and you'll see the freebie!

2. Christmas Card FREEBIE! - I've made these two 5x7 Christmas cards with the Christmas Wishes kit. You can snag them right here!

DIRECT DOWNLOAD HERE

I appreciate your comments and your business! Thanks so much!! :)

:) Mags

CT Showcase: Petshop Palz Layouts by Karen + Freebies

2011-11-14T14:07:00.000-05:00

I wanted to introduce our newest CT member, KAREN, to you today!! I'm so happy to have her aboard! You can follow her blog HERE to see all of the wonderful layouts she creates. The first MagsGraphics kit she chose was the Petshop Palz kit from the Animal Crackers series:

You can find it at MagsGraphics, DSS, or My Memories.

Here are the neat layouts she created:

VERY cute cats, aren't they?!! :) Nice work, Karen!!

Remember that you can snag a FREEBIE on my Facebook Fan Page (under the "Welcome" tab) - the frame clusters that match the Spooky Stuff kit!

Find on the MagsGraphics FB Fan Page

You can also snag a set of FREE jingle bells at the My Memories store:

DOWNLOAD HERE (through the MyMemories Store.)

Happy Scrappin'!

:) Mags

CT Showcase: Zoofari by Linda + Freebie!

2011-11-07T20:16:00.000-05:00

I have been going through some of my older kits - revising and expanding. One of them is the "zoo add-on" to the Animal Crackers series. Now called, ZOOFARI, this kit has all new animals and tons of wonderful zoo-like elements and papers!

Linda chose to work with this kit and even made some QUICK PAGES for you! Take a look at her double-page spread!

I love how she has the animals peeking through the fence! You can snag these layouts; just click on the link below for your direct download! And PLEASE leave some LOVE for Linda in the COMMENTS section! Thx!

DIRECT DOWNLOAD HERE

Happy Scrappin'!
:) Mags

New Kits: Wizard School & Spooky Stuff + Freebie + SALES!

2011-11-04T10:01:00.001-04:00

I know that most "Halloween-y" kits come out BEFORE Halloween - but if you are anything like me, you aren't up-to-date on your scrapbooking anyway!! ;) I've been working on two kits: a brand new one called "Wizard School," and a revised and expanded kit called "Spooky Stuff!" Right now is a GREAT time to snag them up because ALL MagsGraphics kits at ALL stores are 35% off until Nov. 7th!

You can find these at MagsGraphics,

DigiscrapStation,

and soon at My Memories.

Wizard School is an homage to one of my favorite book series of all time. I cannot tell you how many times my kids have wanted to be a wizard for Halloween or a school book project!

A smaller version of Spooky Stuff was sold a few years ago at MooTwo Designs with their Dark & Spooky Night Collab. It has been expanded and improved into it's own stand-alone kit!

I hope you'll stop by my stores and snag these kits up... remember, they're on S A L E !!

And now... FREEBIE TIME!!

You can snag this wordart right here... direct link for the next three days:

Sorry - this freebie has expired

And you can snag these coordinating cluster frames on Facebook.

LIKE the MagsGraphics Facebook page here.

(Already a fan? Click on the "Welcome" tab on the left margin of the FB page to snag the freebie.)

I appreciate your feedback, comments, and input!!!

Enjoy National Scrapbook Day this weekend... I hope you get some time to scrap yourself silly!!

:) Mags

Holiday Kick-Off SALE!!!

2011-11-01T00:01:00.001-04:00

The last trick-or treaters have left the front stoop... the kids have returned home with their own candy bags dragging behind them... the candles are out in the jack-o-lanterns....

Halloween is officially over... time to break out the turkeys and start whistling Christmas tunes!! And to kick off the next holiday season, I'm having a

HOLIDAY KICK-OFF SALE

in all of my STORES!! Every item is 35% off from November 1-7th!
So get started on your gift layouts early by picking up some fresh kits!

MagsGraphics.com

DigiscrapStation

My Memories Suite

And if you complete a layout using any MagsGraphics kit, be sure to post a sample in my Gallery or on my Facebook page... you just may get COUPON gifts!!

:) Mags

New Kits! On Sale! ZOOfari, S'more Christmas, & S'more Snowmen!

2011-10-19T12:53:00.000-04:00

Hey Scrappers!
Despite the lack of posting, I haven't been idle this past month... I've been revising and improving some past kits! The Animal Crackers ZOOfari kit now has an expanded line of papers and elements as well as 16 NEW animals! Take a look:

This ON SALE for 20% off for just ONE WEEK!

Visit the MagsGraphics Store or DigiscrapStation to pick it up!

I also revisited the adorable S'mores Kits: S'more Christmas & S'more Snowmen!

How much fun would those be to work with?!!

Both are also 20% off for ONE week and are available at Magsgraphics or DigiscrapStation.

I had mentioned on Facebook that I also had some GREAT news!! I've been accepted as a Designer for My Memories! The upload process takes a little longer with that store because they also have to configure my kits with their My Memories Installer (for people who use the My Memories software), but soon you'll be able to shop there for my kits as well!!

If you or someone you know has been looking for an easy and fabulous DIGI-SCRAPPING software, then check out My Memories Suite! You can get $10 OFF by using this code:

STMMMS90118

NOW is the perfect time to trade in that paper and crossover to the DIGI side!!

:) Mags

DST October Blog Train

2011-09-30T22:01:00.011-04:00

DST came up with a very interesting twist on the standard autumn color palettes and allowed each participating designer to come up with their own theme. I decided to do a wedding-themed kit called "FALL-ing In Love." You can purchase the complete kit at either of my stores - on sale at an introductory price for just this month!

Shop at MagsGraphics or DigiscrapStation.

My CT worked with this kit, and made some GORGEOUS layouts! Take a look:

Created by Jemima

Created by Linda

Created by Carolyn

And you can try out a sampler of this kit for the Blog Train. This Sampler will be free for the month of October:

Sorry - this freebie has expired.

The next stop on the train is: Hunnybee Design

And if you get lost, visit The Blog Train Blog.

By the way, I WELCOME your COMMENTS. It makes a designer feel really good to know that someone likes their creations enough to download them. And since you don't have to wait in a long queue at 4shared, please take that extra 2 seconds to leave a note. I REALLY appreciate it!!

Happy Scrappin!

:) Mags

CU 3D Titles + Birthday Title Freebie

2011-09-29T22:58:00.000-04:00

I saw a funky title on an email that had these letters extruded in all directions so I had to try my hand at making some of my own. The finished product is the fantastic set of 3D Letters, Numbers, and Punctuation-- 4 complete Alphas in ONE!

You can mix and match the different letters to make very striking titles! This particular alpha set is saved in sheets: 4 sheets that contain the uppercase letters, 4 sheets of lowercase letters, and 4 sheets of numbers/punctuation. Find it here at the MagsGraphics Store or DigiscrapStation!

I also made these fun titles for you that match the Birthday Balloons kits!

You can DOWNLOAD IT HERE through my store-- Free for the next month!

I'd love to see any layouts you make with these, and your comments on my work are very much appreciated too!!

:) Mags

CT Showcase: Freedom & Trendy Baby Kits

2011-09-16T13:13:00.000-04:00

Got some great layouts to share with you! I love to see how things I create can be turned into beautiful layouts!!

Carolyn worked with the Freedom Kit this month - a nice kit for your patriotic events - Memorial Day, 4th of July, or September 11th Memorials.

I love all of the fireworks photos Carolyn was able to take!

Linda chose the newly-released TRENDY BABY kit for her layouts:

I love how she used all of the different papers to really make the layouts feel "quilted!"

I hope these give you some ideas for your next layout!

Thanks, ladies!!

:) Mags

New CU Word Bits + Free with Purchase

2011-09-02T22:01:00.018-04:00

This is a GREAT set of Word Bits that will definitely spice up your pages! Link them together to make a borderline or use them to title a photo. The solid black lines of the text and border can be recolored to match whatever kit you are working with. The off-white background of each word bit has a subtle canvas texture.

This set includes 48 different tags - the longest of which is 3" in length.
This is a commercial use kit; you may re-color, resize, or adapt these items for sale in your own kits or projects. Of course, scrap4hire or scrap4offer is also permitted. :)
Font used is from KevinAndAmanda.com - a fabulous source for scrappin' fonts!

I also have a personal use FREEBIE for you... a great borderline and frame made with the word bits. This is a direct download for the next three days - Enjoy! :)

This is no longer just a freebie...

but you can get it "free" if you purchase the Word Bits Kit!

I appreciate your business! Thanks so much for stopping by my blog and store!

:) Mags

New CU Chrome Script Titles + Free-with-Purchase

2011-09-01T22:01:00.021-04:00

Just finished up a set of 8 Chrome Titles - most of them are LONGER than 12"... so you can move and position your title and not be forced to always place the word at the center of your layout - you can offset it while still having the swirls out to the layout's edge. Take a look:

This is a COMMERCIAL USE item - in addition to using it in your layouts or scrap-for-hire/scrap-for-offer projects, you may also re-color, re-size, or otherwise adapt them for your own digital kits for sale or for free!!

You can find this item at either MagsGraphics or DigiscrapStation for just $3.50.

I also created a QUICK PAGE FREEBIE for you using one of the chrome titles and items from the Madeline Series of kits; this would be a neat page to showcase your daughter, niece, or grand-daughter in a series of shots with her BFF!

This is no longer just free - but you can get it for free when you purchase the Chrome Bits kit!

I appreciate your feedback - and I'd love to hear your requests for future kits and projects!

:) Mags

DSF Blog Train: Dad's Day!

2011-08-31T22:01:00.007-04:00

I joined up with the DigiScrap Forum's blog train this month - a great palette for some Father's Day-related kits "WHY Father's Day in September?!" you ask...? Because DSF is an Australian company and their Father's Day is the first Sunday in September! :)

I created a full kit and two Alphas. You can get one alpha here on my blog and the other alpha on my Facebook Fan page.

Free Alpha:

Sorry - this freebie has expired.

Free Facebook Alpha:

Sorry - this freebie is expired.

Already a fan? Click on the "Welcome" link to the left of the FB page.

The next stop on this train is: Christine Smith Digital Design

And if you get lost, visit http://www.digiscrapforum.com/showthread.php?t=622

I would love to hear your feedback on my offerings!
Happy Scrappin'!
:) Mags

New CU Burnt Parchment Kits

2011-08-30T16:27:00.002-04:00

I love the look of old, crinkled parchment, and I've complete 2 sets of commercial use parchment pieces that you can use in your own layouts or in your own digital kits for sale. They are easy to re-color by changing the hue & saturation or by using them as overlays - LOTS of POTENTIAL in your next kit! Take a look...

You can purchase each kit at either of my stores: MagsGraphics or DigiscrapStation for just $3.50.

Want to check it out? Here's a sample tag you can snag for free!

This item is no longer a freebie.

Your comments or feedback is always appreciated - THX for stopping by!

:) Mags

CT Showcase: Petshop Palz

2011-08-22T12:16:00.000-04:00

I have some more layouts to share with you today!

Jemima used the Petshop Palz kit...

To show-off her beloved pets:

The Petshop Palz kit coordinates with all of the other Animal Crackers kits! Be sure to check them out in the stores!

SPECIAL OFFER: If you post a layout in ANY gallery using a MagsGraphics kit, be sure to email me the link! I'll send you a coupon worth 25% off your next order at MagsGraphics.com!!

New Kit: TRENDY BABY + Freebies

2011-08-18T18:13:00.004-04:00

My mom does hand-quilting and makes the most AMAZING quilts for people. I have several table runners that she's made, and right now, she's working on a KING-size quilt for us for Christmas! One of the most GORGEOUS quilts she made was a baby quilt for a friend's daughter.

Instead of the traditional blue/pink/green/yellow pastels, this quilt used some deep greens, oranges, and browns with a Noah's Ark theme. I've been working on a scrap kit that follows this same idea, and the TRENDY BABY kit is the result:

The kit is packed with items!! 20 papers, 47 elements, and 3 alphas (which includes upper & lowercase letters, numbers, and punctuation). The Alphas are similar in font and edge with subtle differences in the fill used. I think this kit will allow you to make some very unique layouts!! You can find it ON SALE for the next 3 days at MagsGraphics and DigiScrapStation.

I also have a couple of freebies for you!

The first (for stopping by my blog), is a couple of pre-designed pages. These give you more freedom than the regular "quick pages" - with the pre-designed pages, you can add your own frames, photos, and a title for a quick layout!

This is no longer a freebie, but you can snag it in my store.

And for my fans on Facebook, you can pick up this Quilted Paper Pack!

Visit the MagsGraphics Facebook page and "LIKE" it to see the free link.

For those of you who are already fans, you need to click on the "WELCOME" tab on the left side of the Facebook page.

I really appreciate you following my blog, joining my Facebook page, and supporting my stores. When any of you make a purchase - I am honored and humbled that you would chose something I created to spend your money on. I welcome your comments and feedback - thank you for stopping by!

:) Mags