Persnickety Prints Blog

Bridesmaid Invites

noreply@blogger.com (Lizzy Pinckney) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:47:56 PST

Hello everyone!

My name is Lizzy Pinckney, I am the lead in-house designer for Persnickety Prints.
I wanted to share some of my hand drawn 5x7 bridesmaid and bridal shower invites.
If you are a engaged, or know someone who is engaged, make sure they check em out!

I printed these on our Snow White Pearl paper and fell in love!

Other fine papers are available. (linen, pearl/linen blend, silk, matte)

Invitation Print pricing can be found here.
Find more of me at lizzypinckney.com

Get them personalized with your info by contacting me at

lizzy@persnicketyprints.com

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Super Bowl 46 Party

noreply@blogger.com (Persnickety Prints) — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 10:45:43 PST

According to this infographic, 25% of Super Bowl fans are women.... what will the other 75% of you be doing?

infographic from dailyinfographic.com

We will be having our own Party at Persnickety Prints.... with Free Shipping all day.

Don't miss out!

upload now

Project Life

noreply@blogger.com (Persnickety Prints) — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:16:19 PST

It's 2012- How will you document this year?

Recently, I have been diving into this philosophy behind project life. I love how Becky Higgins goal is to make journaling and memory keeping more simple & to the point.

We need to live our lives, do our best, and hopefully, remember it! No need to feel "guilty" if we don't have an elaborate scrapbook/album for our children, family, and posterity. It's all about keeping that memory alive. For those of us who don't have time to cut and glue, or to learn photoshop --

Project Life could be your solution.

"Our products simplify the process of scrapboking with a back-to-basics approach - focusing on pictures, stories, and the "stuff" of life. Our mission is to inspire you to document your life - no matter what your style or life situation. When we document life we are not only more keenly aware of our blessings but also more motivated to cultivate a good life." -the company

*****

Will you be attending our Grand Opening in Utah? Come by February 11th for a chance to win this complete Project Life kit!

Whether you are focused on Project Life, or simply sliding your everyday photos into sleeves-- here are some layered .psd templates to mix it up a bit!

(yes, these are photoshop layers)

Download 10 tiny template HERE

-chari

Camera Settings and Megapixels

noreply@blogger.com (Persnickety Prints) — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 21:23:47 PST

Have you ever taken a great photo with your digital camera, it looks great on your computer screen but when you print it, it looks like a bad mosaic?

This could be due to a low resolution setting on your camera.

Most professional photo printers print between 150 and 300 pixels per inch or "ppi" to achieve photographic quality. If you wanted to enlarge a photo from your digital camera to an 8x10 print, you would have to take the photo at a minimum resolution of 150ppi or 1200 x 1500 pixels (8x150 + 10x150). The table below will give you an idea of the relationship between prints and resolution.

When it comes to printing your photos, it is adviseable to have your camera always set to the highest resolution for the most flexibility. One drawback to this is that the larger resolution means larger file sizes for your photos, decreasing the amount of photos you can keep on your camera at any one time.

You may also notice from the table above that the amount of megapixels your camera has limits the maximum quality and size you can ulimately achieve.

My photos look fine on my computer screen!

Don't be decieved by how your photos appear on your computer monitor, your monitor displays photos at 72 ppi, whereas photos are printed at more than twice that resolution.

We are here to help. Not only does our online software "warn" you that you have uploaded an image at a low resolution, our Persnickety Lab Techs inspect your prints before and after production.

We will stop the printing process, pick up the phone and call you--- if you don't want to hear from us... double check your resolution!

Learn more about Resolution from our previous articles...

Resolution part 1

Resolution part 2

resources: Lifepics Photo Tips

Love is All Around

noreply@blogger.com (Persnickety Prints) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:37:05 PST

Today we have 10 free papers for you.

Why? Because we are spreading the love!

These papers coordinate with our Exclusive Facebook graphics.

"Love is All Around"

So many ways to spread the love.

here are some ideas.....
4x6 cello bag topper

6x6 prints for love decor

hang them from a love tree

get creative-

Thank you for being our Persnickety "Pal"-

download papers here

Grab coordinating hand drawn graphics here.

ENJOY!

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Lizzy Pinckney Designs

noreply@blogger.com (Persnickety Prints) — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 21:22:34 PST

Welcome, our new in house designer, Lizzy Pinckney!

Lizzy is beyond creative- all I can say is; "watch out new Martha Stewart paper craft line!" (do you think Martha really sits down and digitally creates her stuff? ...thought so...)

Lizzy Pinckney is in the house!
If you are local to us (Orem, Utah) you need to come in the store. You will find all sorts of Lizzy's graphics in our new kiosks, ready for you to use (no photoshop needed!).

These Love Goodies are perfect for your own Cards, Valentines Gifts, or cut down to decorate a little Love Tree! Got Kids? The classroom party is right around the corner!

---> Download for free, exclusively on our facebook page. Coordinating Papers coming soon!

*4 individual .png 8x8 300dpi files
{Please share our fb page with your friends rather than the direct link}

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-Be sure to leave Lizzy some "warm welcomes" below!
thnx,
Chari

2x2 Instagram Prints

noreply@blogger.com (Persnickety Prints) — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 11:11:28 PST

Our eyes are still burning from staring at all the different 3D screens and gadgets at the 2012 International CES Convention in Las Vegas.
We will expand on this in a few days (still recovering). What we did notice was that Instagram seemed to be everywhere.

If you haven't heard of a little smart phone app called Instagram, you are missing out!
We started blogging about this little addictive jewel a year ago. There are now over 8 million users, all sharing their fun & quirky images with the many different Polaroid effects available in the app.
(see Instagram FAQ)

Last year we contacted the guys behind instagram about finding a solution to high resolution exporting (currently at 612x612 pixels)
Until we can get there, printing anything larger than a 5x5 print might get tricky and won't look sharp.

Never fear, we are here!

There are a few ways to order.

1. Import your Instagram photos via your smart phone to your computer & upload to your Persnickety Prints account.

2. Upload directly from iphoto with our iphoto plugin.

3. Install the free Persnickety Prints iPhone app to upload directly from your phone.

4. Create an account with Followgram for online instagram viewing. Right click the images you need, "Save As" to your computer. (remember these are 612x612 pixels)

5. Email images to your Persnickety account from your cell phone. (please allow 48 hours until imported)

6. Layout your Instagram photos 9-up on an 8x8 canvas- see below. Add text, description to the photos, or cut them out for other creative uses. Download Free .psd Template.

(photoshop or a photo editing program needed)

Download this FREE .psd Template here.

Don't forget to use the #persnicketyprints hashtag when using Instagram!

Instagram

noreply@blogger.com (Persnickety Prints) — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:04:03 PST

Last year we started using a little app called Instagram.

In a handful of months, Instagram has amassed well over 8 million users on the iPhone platform alone.
It seems that everyone is loving this smartphone app... even President Barak Obama!
If you don't have it yet, give it a try!

#HASHTAGS
Use Hashtags when posting. They are "searchable".
We will be having some Instagram photo contests soon. (stay tuned!)
In fact, use hashtag #persnicketyprints when posting and your photo will be added to our Instagram stream!

What is a Hashtag? Add the # sign before a word/description to make it searchable within Instagram.

Participate in the Instagram Weekend Hashtag Project.
This is a series featuring designated themes & hashtags chosen by Instagram’s Community Team. For a chance to be featured on the Instagram blog, follow @jayzombie and look for a photo from her announcing the weekend’s project every Friday.

PRINTING INSTAGRAM PHOTOS

Convert your everyday smart phone photos into a work of art for all to see!

Instagram photos are still set to export at 612x612 pixels (we are working on getting a larger resolution solution!)

Persnickety Prints can print em up in a fun little 4x4 or 5x5 printed on matte, glossy, metallic photo paper. Or, choose one of our cardstock finishes... pearl, linen, glossy 110# cover. We also have a 9-up, 2x2 template available for download.

have an instagram account? follow us. use hashtags. let's play! Instagram FAQ

if i die - facebook app

noreply@blogger.com (Persnickety Prints) — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 23:19:57 PST

Genius.
Why didn't I think of this first?
Genius.

Wish you had one last thing to say?

Now is your chance!

if i die is the first and only facebook application that enables you to create a video or a text message that will only be published after you die.

It could be your life story, a secret you haven't shared before or even a will.

It's easy...
1. Install the app on Facebook
2. Record your message (text or video)
3. Choose your trustees

After installing the app, the user is asked to choose trustees from his Facebook friends list, those trustees will receive a message about their important task - confirm your death. Only when all 3 trustees confirm the passing, the pre-recorded or written message will be published on the deceased Facebook profile (wall posting).

Install the app HERE, because you never know.... today could be your last day!

The only advice I would give this company... change your name to "when i die", because unfortunately, this is the inevitable.

-Chari

East or West?

noreply@blogger.com (Persnickety Prints) — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 09:30:39 PST

Thanks to Social Media, there is not a better time for Entrepenuers than now-

Any of these look familiar?

Check out where they were born, and tell us-

Are you an East Coast or West Coast user?

{mouse over for interactive info}

Via MBA@UNC: Online MBA

Free 8x10 Printable

noreply@blogger.com (Persnickety Prints) — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 07:24:09 PST

We are getting ready for the big Persnickety Prints Open House, celebrating our new store front.

Locals can now come in and have some quality, hands on, one-on-one time with us here at Persnickety!

We will be starting some crazy cool workshops.

Kiosks are now available for anyone and everyone to come in and whip up their own creative photo goodies with our custom templates.

We wish YOU ALL lived just a little closer.

Never fear.. we will keep you posted via the web, and include you in every way possible!

Our Open House Theme....

shown as a 12x18. brush by rhonna designs

This Free 8x10 printable

is a reminder of our PP LOVE!

> Download includes a .jpg and .pdf version

DOWNLOAD via box.com

HERE

Let us print & deliver it right to your door!

upload and order here

Persnickety Prints Open House

noreply@blogger.com (Persnickety Prints) — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 09:27:02 PST

YOU are invited....

Free Photoshoot by International Photographer Kenneth Linge

-includes a FREE 8x10 print

Drawings. Discounts + Free Printing for all Attendees

Yummy Food!

Ring in 2012 with a new Calendar

noreply@blogger.com (Persnickety Prints) — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 11:14:06 PST

It is here. A new year. A fresh start.

Let's make it LAST!

Memory keeping ideas, kits, tutorials & techniques are planned for 2012.

You take the picture- we will do the rest!

PersnicketyPrints.com

Kick off the NEW Year with this Printable 8x12 2012 Calendar

What you get: a flattened (.jpg) blank 8x12 dated Calendar.
> download here

Make it your own.

Add digital text, elements & photo's.

Perfect to print as-is for a fun hybrid project!

Upload & Order

$3.99 for a Persnickety Premium Photographic Print.

__________________________

Get 12% OFF
until January 5, 2012
code: 2012

Take Photos!
Project 365?

Noah Kalina, New York Photographer, has taken a photo of himself everyday since January 11, 2000. Noah is way ahead of me with his project 365!

Today

Almost 12 years ago...

Check out Noah K Everyday here.

HAPPY 2012!

-the Persickety Prints Team

Juxtaposition

noreply@blogger.com (Persnickety Prints) — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 08:27:18 PST

Juxtaposition- What is it?

juxtapose |ˈjəkstəˌpōz; ˌjəkstəˈpōz|verb [ trans. ]

the placement of two things (usually abstract concepts) near each other.
two subjects close together creating a contrasting effect : black-and-white photos of slums were starkly juxtaposed with color images.
the act or an instance of placing two or more things side by side; also : the state of being so placed

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Examples-

Light can be used to imply depth by finding situations where a brightly lit subject is juxtaposed against a detail that's in shadow.

Subtle colored backgrounds harmonize the juxtaposition of black-and-white sketches and prints with color reproductions.

USING JUXTAPOSITION IN YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY-

The next time you see a grand mountain or large monument or building you want to shoot, try to think of how you can further the idea of that grand subject with juxtaposition.

Use something into the foreground to create the feeling or idea you're trying to get across.
In a landscape shoot, try to look for something small in the foreground to place in contrast to the large mountain in the background.
Look for something that tells the story. A river leading into the scene or boulders that are slowly falling off the face of the mountain and are destined to become pebbles at the bottom of the stream.

7 reasons why you should print your photos

noreply@blogger.com (Persnickety Prints) — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 06:30:01 PST

1. Cost
In today's economy, cost is a significant factor in deciding whether to buy almost anything. However, one reason to print your photos is the cost. Most regular 4x6 prints only cost 20 or 30 cents, but the significance of the photo lasts forever. Photo prints make excellent but inexpensive gifts for just about anyone in your life, and are a great way to preserve your favorite memories while spending just a little pocket change.

2. Archival
Photo prints are also great for archiving your life. Taking photos is really just the first step. Once you have those images captured, print your favorite photos so you can easily locate them to look at and enjoy for years to come. At the rate technology is moving, your digital files may be outdated before you know it!

3. Sharing the STORY

Digital photo sharing is a great way to share your memories with people quickly and easily all over the world. But, I still think the best way to share your photos is to print them and give them to people, or look together and tell stories about the photos you took. Printed photos tell a story from your life, whether it was a family vacation, wedding or event, or just a random day. They allow you to pass those memories on to your friends and family. Even as we all grow older, those memories last forever.

4. Back Up
Printed photos are also a great way to back up your photos. We've all heard the horror stories of people losing thousands of precious photos due to computer failure or malfunction. Don't let this happen to you! Print your photos and store them safely. That way, you have physical and digital copies, so your memories are always safe.

5. Decorations and Display
What better way to decorate your home or office with your favorite photos! You can print your photos in a variety of different sizes, from small wallets to large posters and enlargements. Or, take it to the next level and order a mounted enlargement for an even more impressive display. Personalize any room, whether it is photos of people in your life, or cool artistic photos you've taken.

6. Sometimes, We Just Miss 'Em
Let's face it…photo prints take us all back to our childhood. They are a return to the sentimental and simpler days of sharing moments and memories, before you had hundreds of photo and social media sites to choose from. Sometimes, a good reason to print photos is simply because you miss having the prints around. Printed photos invoke much more emotion than staring at an image on a computer screen. You can hold the printed photo in your hand, which makes the memory that much more tangible and real.

7. Easy Ordering with Persnickety Prints ... from anywhere!

1. log into your account, click "My Web Photos" on the right, select the images you want to print

2. click the "Order" button.

3. In your cart, select an image or group of images, choose the size and quantity for the selected photo(s), and click "Add to Cart." Do this for each image in your cart until you have the exact sizes and quantities for each photo, then press "Checkout Now" to complete the order.

Enjoy your Persnickety Prints!

Merry Christmas

noreply@blogger.com (Persnickety Prints) — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 07:17:42 PST

The anticipation, planning, preparing... it all can be so overwhelming, then it comes, and it goes.
One Day.
Once a year.
December 25th.
We hope you had a good one.

For me, the Holidays are all about traditions.

Christmas Eve entails a Honey Baked Ham, Eggnog, Singing + the Nativity Story, and more food.

The kids put out the cookies & milk for Santa (Rudolph gets carrots).

Christmas morning always comes before the 6am hour.

Little Ryder has adopted his Aunt's new Chocolate Lab named Mogley.

Noah loves all things Lego. Grandma scored a big hug.

The best gifts?

The Memories

Grandma also scored a sweet photo book!

Mounted enlargements were fun for all!

... and I am now taking my "long winters nap".

{ Brush Overlays from Rhonna Farrer and Anna Aspnes }

Inspiration

noreply@blogger.com (Persnickety Prints) — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 22:50:49 PST

When you lose that mojo, what do you do?
How do you find it?
Where do you look?

We want to know....

What Inspires You?

Last year, I wrote about my little sister, Kelene. She works/dances for Donny & Marie at their ongoing show in Las Vegas.
Kelene is going on her 4th year with this show, and to be honest, we would like her to be done now!
Last Christmas D&M held her in New York, this Christmas, it is Chicago.
My little boys need their favorite Aunt! Each year I tell Donny this, and he just laughs... the show must go on!

A few weeks ago, my husband and I flew to Chicago.

We did see the show, but more importantly....

I couldn't leave the Downtown Chicago Anthropology Store!

You would think the extra 30% off Sale items was the catch, but it wasn't--- this was the greatest Anthropology I have been in ... ever! The mojo was kicking in.

There was inspiration at every turn, and I couldn't get enough!

I want these chairs!

Old Newspaper stacked on paper towel sized holders to form a Christmas Tree

Vintage Stamps + Vintage Wooden Camera Tape Dispenser--- are you kidding me?

The colors, the concepts, the creativity... LOVE this place!

In fact, I was so deeply enthralled with Anthropology, that the husband left me there.

... and I took a cab back to the hotel.

Thank You Anthropology for the magic!

* * *

Chicago is a very unique, fun city. If it's not on the bucket list already, you may want to reconsider.

At least for the Pizza....

What is it that INSPIRES YOU?

Where do you go for the creative juice?

Do Tell.

I can't go to Chicago every weekend.

TIA

-Chari

How to make a Custom Holiday Card

noreply@blogger.com (Persnickety Prints) — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 10:02:39 PST

How To Make A Holiday Greeting Card
	Sending holiday cards has been a tradition this time of year since the 1800s, but they've never been so fun and easy to create! Your online photo account allows you to create your own custom holiday greeting cards. You can use multiple images, or just one, and can arrange the size and layout of the photos however you'd like. You can also add your own custom text and other graphics to the card, then order it, right from your computer! Read on for the simple instructions.
	1. Log in to your account and upload the photos you want to use. Click the yellow "Cards and Calendars" tab, and click "Cards."
	2. Browse the cards. You can sort by size, style, and/or category. Click the one you like best to view a larger preview and click "Create Card."
	3. Choose which photo(s) to include in the card, then click on the text box to write your own holiday greeting.
	4. Click "Customize" to edit the photos, text, background, border, and other graphics, if you want. Note that some cards might not have the "Customize" button, but most do.
	5. Click "Preview" to preview a larger version of your card. Make sure everything is spelled correctly and looks how you want it. Then, press "Add to Cart" and complete the checkout process. That's it!
	Lastly, save your work periodically using the "Save" button. That allows you to start a card, save it, then come back and finish it later.
	Before you create your card, get a feel for what's available. Browse what sizes are available. 4x8 is the most common size for flat cards. Other sizes might include 4x6, 5x7, 5x5 and 6x8. Also, you can browse by category, including Holiday, Christmas, Hanukkah, New Year, Religious, Invitations, and other holiday-themed categories. All of these choices makes it easier to create the exact card you want, and gives you more control over your 2011 holiday cards!

Free Stuff

noreply@blogger.com (Persnickety Prints) — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 21:51:58 PST

Time flies when you are ~~having fun~~ working 12 hour days!
It is December 7th, 2011- yet, I feel like we were just playing at the pool?
Not sure how 2011 is nearing it's close.

It's not too late for a Free December Desktop Calendar is it?
We are only one week in-
The design team over at LeeLou Blogs whipped up this snazzy December desktop calendar using our Persnickety Prints kit, "Vintage Christmas". Great work girls!

This post is a double whammy-- you not only have access to
LeeLou for all of your blogging needs
You now have-
a) FREE Desktop Background
b) ENTIRELY Free Vintage Christmas Kit from yours truly

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

TIffany Tillman Class Giveaway!

noreply@blogger.com (Persnickety Prints) — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 07:43:10 PST

Holiday Templates 2011 Workshop

Tiffany Tillman is back with the 4th edition of the popular 25 Days of Templates workshop!

STARTS TODAY!

Too busy? No problem. Live Demonstrations are available to watch anytime.

TEMPLATES | Every student will receive 20 templates on day one.

Tiffany Tillman introduces the 4th edition of the popular 25 Days of Templates workshop. This time we’re focusing on the details with hours of lesson demonstrations in the areas of template adaptation, album preparation, photo-editing, filter effects, masking, layer styles and embellishing.

And joining us for the first time are Kelly Willette, Gennifer Bursett, and Chari Pack of Persnickety Prints, special guests offering their unique spin to holiday related solutions for photography, digital shadowing, and album printing. Class includes live webinars with Tiffany and each special guest.

Using Tiffany’s templates as a foundation, plus a mega digital kit created by Paislee Press and Creashens, you’ll have everything you need to complete a detailed album featuring your favorite holiday memories.

Class includes live webinars with Tiffany and each special guest.

Visit www.reneepearson.com to register.

KITS | Every student receives a super-exclusive, compilation kit by Paislee Press and Creashens.

ENTER TO WIN A SEAT!