Anything you want to learn ?

[Tbog]

Is there something you have seen but arent sure how to do it ? Anything, big or small ? If so , post it here and we will see if we can help !!

[Bluize]

I hope I can explain this so it makes sense..When doing drop shadows on a matte for example what is the best setting to use? My right side and bottom look ok but it makes the rest of it look too flat. Should I be adding a drop shadow to the top and left?

[Leila]

I add drop shadow to the top left--I use the opposite settings (say the original drop shadow was H:3 V3--I use H-3 V-3)reduce the opacity and blur and use a light-medium gray. It keeps it from looking flat and yet the shadow isn't too in your face.

Also, if you check the "Shadow on New Layer" box, you can then use the deform tool on the shadow--it'll help make perspective shadows and can give you shadow you're looking for in the upper corner.:)

[newtty]

I want to learn how to use brushes better for a grungy look

newtty

[Bluize]

Thanks Leila, I'll try that. I never even thought about using the shadow on a separate layer, I'll give that a try too.

[MuddyPawPrints]

Creating my own brushes and simple scripts to make life easy, lol....

[Tbog]

Well unfortunately I dont use 8 much, so writing scripts is something I dont know about, but I will try to see if I can dig up my info on making beushes.

[AbbysMomma]

Oohh...I gotta try this...Thanks!!!!



I add drop shadow to the top left--I use the opposite settings (say the original drop shadow was H:3 V3--I use H-3 V-3)reduce the opacity and blur and use a light-medium gray. It keeps it from looking flat and yet the shadow isn't too in your face.

Also, if you check the "Shadow on New Layer" box, you can then use the deform tool on the shadow--it'll help make perspective shadows and can give you shadow you're looking for in the upper corner.:)

[BubblyKori]

Can I put links for tuts to answer some of these questions? They aren't to other scrapbooking sites.

[cyberblonde2]

:D Hi All
I am new to this board but I do still use PSP 8 so I thought I would try to respond to the question about writing scripts.
This is just the neatest time saving tool there is.
Look at the top of your PSP8 window. On my window the script tool is toward the right of the window on the second level. You will see a small arrow on the right side of a drop down menu that has script names.
This is great for working on alphabets. Continue to the right until you see what looks like a blue donut. That is what you press to start writing a script. When you have the steps down to a certain thing you are doing, start a new file then press the blue donut. Go on a take all the steps necessary to say make an alpha letter with all the steps. To the right of the donut is an arrow that when clicked will ask if you want to cancel the script or save it. Click save and a window will open to name it and save it in.
Select the folder in My Documents that holds your PSP presets, plugins and all of those things. Go to Scripts - Restricted and open that, then name the script and save.
Now go back over to the left to the first window of the script section and click the drop down arrow, find the script you just saved and click. Next to that dropdown box is an arrow. Click on that arrow to run your new script.
I find it is wonderful for making alphabets and repetitive tasks.
I hope I haven't confused you way too much. The PSP 8 help files are very helpful with this. :D

[Vicki Malone]

I wrote a button tutorial and would love to share. May I put it here... As soon as I find it...

[loofah]

Thanks Sheila - that is great to know!

[Sokkie]

Thanks Sheila, scripts were a mystery to me untill now, going to try this!

[karen9417]

anyone know of a fibre tut for psp? or have any tips on how to do it.... I used a filter once but cant remember which one.

[Sokkie]

Karen, you can use eyecandy for that.

Draw a line in the color you want. Get Eyecandy>fur. After that again Eyecandy>Jiggle.

I know I've seen that tut recently, but can't remember where... If I find it, I'll give the link here.

[Sokkie]

Karen, you can use eyecandy for that.

Draw a line in the color you want. Get Eyecandy>fur. After that again Eyecandy>Jiggle.

I know I've seen that tut recently, but can't remember where... If I find it, I'll give the link here.


This is the one I saw: http://scrapbook-bytes.com/cgi-script/tutorials/publish/article_56.shtml
Here are some more, and lots of great links to all kinds of designing tuts:
http://www.psplinks.com/content/Scrapbooking.html

[cembry57]

I would REALLY REALLY love to learn how to put glitter on my objects!! I use PSP9 and Photoshop CS2 and just can't find a thing to teach me!?

[Rosey D]

Thanks Sokkie ! I was having a hard time doing fibers also. I'll give this tut a try.

Rose

[my6lilmonsters]

Can anyone help me....I have patterned papers and templetes of brads , buttons, eyelets that I have created and was wondering if there was a way using PSP 9.0 to save them as presets. I know it wouls have something to do with PAT..but my drop down menu doesn't have that as a SAVE choice....

Thanks

Jen

[emily3247]

I need to learn everything....I just started LOL, but really I want to be able to make my own elements and page kits!

Emily

[Cathy S]

Hmm this is a silly thing but how do you draw a nice clean vector spiral? It needs to be a vactor as I'd like to journal with it. Thanks ;)

[Sunny]

Can anyone help me....I have patterned papers and templetes of brads , buttons, eyelets that I have created and was wondering if there was a way using PSP 9.0 to save them as presets. I know it wouls have something to do with PAT..but my drop down menu doesn't have that as a SAVE choice....

Thanks

Jen
Jen, I don't know much about scrapbooking, yet, but as a long time psp-er, I would not save any large files inside the program. It will bloat after awhile, be slow to load and crash a lot, I know this from learning the hard way, lol
I would make folders for each type and browse to them from psp. just my 2 cents :)

[DebC]

I love PSP (I use PSP9), but I still find the text difficult to use. Is it possible to compose text and Word Art in Microsoft Word and import it into a PSP layout? I like the spell check in Microsoft Word and notice I find journaling much easier to do in Word as well.

[CharleesAngel]

DebC
Hi, I use PSP 9 also and I don't do alot of wordart myself in there cause it is confusing with all the steps to follow. But as for doing the word art in Microsoft Word I believe if you copy the wordart and then go to PSP 9 and paste as new image it will come up. I have done that before with some poetry that I had saved as a Word Doc and it worked ok for me.
Shannon

[DebC]

Thanks Shannon! I'll have to try that! Deb :smile:

[heartspun]

Thanks, Sheila. I'm off to try out a new script right now!

[heartspun]

I agree about working with text in PSP9. Are the tools improved any in versionX?

[heartspun]

I would REALLY REALLY love to learn how to put glitter on my objects!! I use PSP9 and Photoshop CS2 and just can't find a thing to teach me!?

Ooh, glitter! Me, too!!

[FernLili]

I would love to know how to make chip board elements in PSP9. Atomic Cupcake makes an awesome action for PhotoShop CS, I'd love to know if there is something like that ~ a script or plug-in ~ for PSP.

[missmissy]

I want to learn how to use brushes better for a grungy look

newtty
Very easy.. just google search, brushes, then most of them actually has grungy thingy in it.. or better yet search for tutorials on how to create you very own grungy brush.. goodluck!

[Wishful]

I always add drop shadows as if I was creating a paper LO, thinking realistically what the depth of an element or paper, photo, ribbon would be and add the shadow accordingly.

[Wishful]

anyone know of a fibre tut for psp? or have any tips on how to do it.... I used a filter once but cant remember which one.


Hi Karen, I use psp, and what I do, is create an image with a number of 'tubes' on it, using brushes, colorise the brushes, and to each one add a slight drop shadow, then when I use the tube as a fibre it comes out looking great. I have a file I could send you as an example if you like, just let me know.

hugs
Maria

[tenessaa]

Creating my own brushes and simple scripts to make life easy, lol....
Which version are you using? I have PSP9 and at the top there is a bar where you run scripts. Beside that there is a round button that says record scripts when you mouseover. You hit that, run the scripts that you want and then hit the floppy button on the same bar to save the script

[doxie]

I too would love to know how to make glitter, and those spiral paper clips would be great too!! And darn it, I had something else I wanted to know how to make, and it slipped my mind cause my DH inturpted this post! LOL Well if I remember it I will post again!!

[Tbog]

I use PSP 7 for glitter, but it also has Animation Shop with it. I believe if you dont have that, you can use GIF Animator too.

The spiral paper clips are a shape for Photoshop. :)

[northwoodsmom]

I dont know if this area has been addressed. I would love to know how to Make shapes to add to my shapes file.

[sweetscraps]

I finally learned how to download, save, open and use a kit from here ;D . when I tried to add some ribbon and a frame to my LO, it had a white border :( . How do I get rid of the border and how do I fit my pictures into the frames :idiot2: ?

[JANS]

Is there something you have seen but arent sure how to do it ? Anything, big or small ? If so , post it here and we will see if we can help !!
i haf not bromission thoe enter al your sites i em a meber wit a paswoord can you help me!sorry voor mij englis is not verry good im vrom the nederlands greetings Jans j.meiden1@chello.nl

[Tbog]

Sweetscraps-You probably need to set PSP to recognize png files. Not sure what version you use, but in 7, I go to file/preferences, and file format associations. Scroll till you find .png, and click next to it.

[kmk60515]

Hi! I'd really like to learn how make patterned alphabets - i.e. take patterned paper from a kit create alphas with it. I use PSP 9. Thanks!

[Tbog]

kmk--Not sure if it works in 9, but it does in 7 and 8. Open a paper that you want as the pattern, then click the text box. Click the fill button and change it to pattern. Scroll through till you see the pattern of the paper you have open, and click it. It should fill the text with that pattern when you type it.

[kmk60515]

Thanks so much! I will give this a try after work tonight!

[moog25]

:D Hi All
I am new to this board but I do still use PSP 8 so I thought I would try to respond to the question about writing scripts.
This is just the neatest time saving tool there is.
Look at the top of your PSP8 window. On my window the script tool is toward the right of the window on the second level. You will see a small arrow on the right side of a drop down menu that has script names.
This is great for working on alphabets. Continue to the right until you see what looks like a blue donut. That is what you press to start writing a script. When you have the steps down to a certain thing you are doing, start a new file then press the blue donut. Go on a take all the steps necessary to say make an alpha letter with all the steps. To the right of the donut is an arrow that when clicked will ask if you want to cancel the script or save it. Click save and a window will open to name it and save it in.
Select the folder in My Documents that holds your PSP presets, plugins and all of those things. Go to Scripts - Restricted and open that, then name the script and save.
Now go back over to the left to the first window of the script section and click the drop down arrow, find the script you just saved and click. Next to that dropdown box is an arrow. Click on that arrow to run your new script.
I find it is wonderful for making alphabets and repetitive tasks.
I hope I haven't confused you way too much. The PSP 8 help files are very helpful with this. :D

I've been learning PSP8 on my own and have never tried scripts, but it certainly sounds like it would be easier to do alphas this way. I usually put the letters all on one page and select them and do each step, but sometimes I miss one selection and have to go back a couple of steps. Also, when using a filter (like eye candy Glass) with gradient shading, the letters don't all come out the same, some being darker than others. Does a script repeat everything , resizing, flood fill or pattern, filters and all?

[Meme]

Going to give this a try. Thanks!

[radsweb]

i'd like to know how to scan in my 12x12 LO's into psp9 without visible joins, i have been trying to do two scans and then try and join them without much success.

[Angeleyes]

I use PSP 7 and I wanna learn how to add new fonts and use them. yes I am a newbie to this stuff. but wanna know how to add fonts to animated things too

[Angeleyes]

Going to try that. thanks for the tip

[Tbog]

Angeleyes--as long as you are closed out of PSP, you should be able to put the fonts into your Windowds/Font folder. The next time you open PSP , they should be in the font list.

[madelyns_milk_machine]

kmk60515 - Although the technique you were given was something awesome that I never thought of, I had something else to tell ya. If you want a particular part of the paper or something, you can always open the paper and put the text on there with ONLY the outline...that is set the fill to null. Then you can pick which part of the paper you want to show through the letter. Use the wand tool to select the background and then activate the paper layer. Delete. Did that make any sense?

Now, I have a question of my own. Anyone know how to make a knot in a ribbon?!?!

[hystrix21]

Im with you on that one...and how do you make a bow!! I can't find a tutorial anywhere on those

[madelyns_milk_machine]

The only thing I've heard is to scan them. But, seeing as I have a fax type scanner rather than where the top goes up and down...that would be a bad idea. LOL.

Hey, I just noticed you have a Made(a)lyn, too!

[Dusty]

I just read through all the post here, thanks everyone for the tuts I found a few that helped me a lot.

[krempy23]

has anyone purchased the scrapbook secrets revealed software for PSP (I think you can get it at scrapgirls dot com)?? I am contemplating getting it, but I use PSP X not 9 and I am wondering if there is much difference?

Anyone?

[krempy23]

I would love to know how to rope or twine in PSPX.

Thanks for your help!

[Kirianna]

I would like to make a bow in psp. ¿any ideas or tutos? I have version 9

[liz]

Hello I'm very very new , this is my first time on any digital forum of any sort, I have never posted a message ever before. so please give me lots of help. I am Liz and fairly new to scrap booking and digital scrapbooking too. I work 40 hours a week so I find digital scrapbooking is the quickest way to getting a result, I have had 4 children and brought up one more so I have lots of photographs to scrap, plus my children ( now all grown up) love it and would all like to have a book scrapped for themselves done by me, so I have my work cut out for me
My problem is--- I used to make handmade cards, and did a lot with the help of Printmaster 11. I know this quite well and can design my own papers on it. now I find I'm having trouble importing my photographs from my files into the art gallery as when I do they go in on top of one of my other images, so when I select the one I want to use on my layout page it comes up something else, I was told maybe my files were too big, and I should use Photo Impact 10 which I have on my computer but do not have a clue what to do. I need a good basic tutorial . can anyone help?

[trulyblessed]

Does anyone know how to do text in a spiral in PSP 8?

[stayawake]

Is Eyecandy a plug in you have to download or buy, or is it in PSP? I work with PSP X, but I'm really just very new at it

[Cinna]

There´s lots of things I would like to learn. I´m sitting here with PSE2 and NO MANUAL! It went with my computer....So if anyone knows a good place on the net for basic knowledge it would be nice....;D (Swedish anyone?)

BUT my main question is: What is the BEST and most userfriendly program for digiscrapping?

I like PSE2 but somewhere I read that it was more difficult than other programmes...
I´d like to buy one that is more "up to date".
Hugs

[td78230]

You have to make the spiral first then click text on bar then click on the spiral which should turn your blinkie to a t with a curve underneath it. This makes it go on the path. You may have to change the kearning/spacing of letters to make it easier to use though. You could also type your text then click ok then click on spiral which will also give you the t (or a?) with the curve.

For glitter I am assuming not with a blinkie. I have only seen tut for PSCS and not PSP.

Bow making is one of the hardest things to make. There are little to no tutorials out there because it is hard to do. There is a class you can take somewhere which will teach you how to do it as well. It basically is a ton of layers and using the warp/liquify feature. I can make a knotted ribbon but have yet to figure out the bow. I am trying though.

Tina

[Canay]

I want to learn how to make those acrylic/epoxy stickers (sometimes called jellies). I use PSP9.

[Cinna]

Here´s a simple question - how do you change colors in a set? I hope you understand what I mean.....
I use PSE2 and hope that someone can answer this question....
Hugs

[grannyb243701]

I would like to know how to make a split photo(kind of like a panarama) if anyone can help I need it. Thanks

Granny

[peachycat353]

I also would like to know how to make jellies in PSP9?They look so neat!

[blacktmmm]

Is Eyecandy a plug in you have to download or buy, or is it in PSP? I work with PSP X, but I'm really just very new at it

Yes, Eyecandy is a plug-in. You can find it at alienskin.com. There are several different products there, and most have demo versions that you can d/l. I d/l'ed the demo for one of the newer versions of the textures quite a while back. It gave me a demo of that version (so that I can preview what it WOULD look like if I bought the product, but I can't actually apply it to my stuff). But it also gave me an older version (3.1 I believe) for free....which I CAN apply to my stuff. I hope it still gives you the free older version.

Hope that helps.

[blacktmmm]

Does anyone know how to do text in a spiral in PSP 8?

In order to get your text into a shape (such as a circle, square, spiral, etc.) you must create a path for it to 'follow.' You must do this using vector lines or shapes. Learning to use vectors is a scary thought for some people, but it's like anything else in a program, once you get the idea and practice, you'll wonder how you ever managed to scrap without knowing how to use them!

I'll try to briefly exlain how to make your text follow a circle (as an example). First, open a new blank canvas (or if you're doing this within a project, create a new vector layer--it's to the right of the new raster layer button). Second, as I said, you'll need your vector path. Find your 'preset shapes' tool.....it looks like a quote bubble. You will see a drop-down menu with choices. You MUST use the QUOTE BUBBLE choice for this to work. The individual shapes listed do not work. Then at the top, you'll need to use another drop-down menu to choose your shape from the 'shape list.' I'm explaining a circle, so look through and choose the 'elipse.' Make sure the boxes 'retain style', 'anti-alias', and 'create as vector' all DO have check marks in them.

To make a perfect circle, you'll need to hold down the shift key as you draw out your shape. Draw the circle by clicking on your canvas with the left mouse button...and holding this button and you move the mouse. Let go of the button when you've got the size you'd like. It doesn't have to be perfect, you can adjust it. By holding down your left mouse button on the red circle in the center, you can move it. You can also adjust the size by using the sm. red squares on the dashed line. Remember, you can always undo and start over.

Once you're happy with your circle, you can add text. Do NOT add a new layer....you want this to be in the same layer as your circle. So simply click on the text tool (the 'A') and move your cursor so that it is on top of the circle you just drew. You'll know you're right on the circle when the 'A' suddenly looks somewhat like a rocking chair. That means the text tool understands you want your text to follow this path. Left mouse click and your text box will open. Begin typing your text as usual. Watch your screen as you type. You'll have to adjust the size of your font (combined with the length of your journaling) to make it complete the circle.

The last step is to then 'hide' your circle. In your layers (on the right), find this vector layer. You should see two layers within it--the text and the elipse. (If you can't see these two layers, the vector layer will have a minus sign (-) in front of it. Click that.) Left mouse click on the eye to the right of the word 'elipse' and your shape will disappear....but your journaling will remain. You can change the color, font or font size of your journaling the same way you would regular text....by double clicking on the text layer within the vector layer. That will reopen your font dialogue box and you can make any changes.

The above directions will work for any of the choices in the BUBBLE QUOTE vector preset shapes (squares, flowers--anything in there). You can also draw your own lines and shapes with vectors. Find a tutorial on the web explaining vectors. Play with them until you understand them. It takes a little time, but it's honestly worth it! Don't be scared of it....the 'undo' button works miracles!! :)

Sorry this was lengthy (and perhaps too elementary in some places), but hopefully it will help at least one person. :)

[blacktmmm]

I would like to know how to make a split photo(kind of like a panarama) if anyone can help I need it. Thanks

Granny

This gal has some great tutorials!!

http://www.designsbyjoy.net/psp7-/stitch.htm

[blacktmmm]

Angeleyes--as long as you are closed out of PSP, you should be able to put the fonts into your Windowds/Font folder. The next time you open PSP , they should be in the font list.

I know this was the answer to a question several months ago, but I was looking through this thread and I have found a wonderful solution that prevents having to actually install every font you'd like to use (which will eventually overtax your system.)

The AMP font viewer is a free download font manager. (http://www.ampsoft.net/utilities/FontViewer.php#Download) (There are others, but I've used and love this one.) From what I recall, downloading it was easy. Once you have it on your computer, you can create a folder where you keep all the fonts you ever download. You can even put lots of fonts that you currently have installed in this folder....then uninstall them to free up your fonts list. I've learned that keeping your fonts list to a minimum will help keep your system running smoother. WARNING though....you need to leave many of the fonts that were installed on your computer when you bought it ALONE! They are needed to keep your system running!! This manager is for any additional fonts you'd like to have.

Once you've created the folder of fonts and installed the manager, open it from your desktop. You'll see all of your fonts in the background (with a sample) and a smaller box on top. At the top of the smaller box, click on 'TFF Not installed Fonts.' In the first column, search your computer and find the folder you created with your fonts. Click on this folder to open it. Your fonts in that folder should then appear in the middle column. To then use the fonts, click 'vIEW FOLDER AND INSTALLED FONTS.' Now all of the fonts in the folder will also be accessible through your scrapping program. Just journal as usual. Close the manager when you're finished using it. Open it the next time you need one of those uninstalled fonts.

**Now there are a couple of things to keep in mind so you don't get frustrated with the manager. While it's open, you can't minimize it. But you can open things (a new internet page or any programs you might need) by clicking 'Start' and doing it that way. Another thing is that once you've created a title or journaling in your document and are satisfied with it, you need to copy it and convert that copy into a raster. You need to do this because if you try to open the document without having the manager open, the font won't be recognized and it will send you a message saying it will replace it with a font that is actually installed.

Hope you find this helpful!
~Melissa

[Fran]

Hello dear folks... PSPX question. I am finally trying to put this program to use and have run across tutorials that indicate to use color depth of 16 million colors (24 bit). This does not look like an option for pspx. Could someone tell me what I am suppose to use in pspx. My tutorial also indicates to click on transparent and I have noticed that this is not always possible because it looks like that depends on what color depth I have clicked on. Hope I have not made you as confused as I am at the moment. Thanks ahead of time for any help on this.. ???

[Tbog]

I know in the older versions, you can go to Color/increase color depth

[Fran]

I am putting together my first LO and I have pspx. When dragging items onto LO should I be creating a new layer for each item. I am assuming that if I were putting several of the same items on a LO (such as several buttons) or (alphas) example, they would be on a layer by themselves. Thank you ahead of time.:)

[sparky_mom]

Ok I KNOW I am not new and I KNOW this will sound dumb. But HOW ON EARTH do I add DROP SHADOWS IN PSE4. I have that program and decided today, while I was bored, to try a layout. And I could NOT find a drop shadow. I could add the shadow to the top of the element but not to the bottom. IT aggrivated me so much that I quit trying! LOL Any help??

[dreamerpaula]

Fran, sometimes I put like items together - sometimes I do them each on their own layer. Keeping them seperate makes it easier to adjust just one if that is needed - putting them together makes it easier to add shadows to all at the same time!

Monica, at the top right corner of your screen, you'll see a row of "tabs" - click on the "layer styles" tab and then in it's drop-down, select "drop shadows". From there, select either low or soft edge (those work best IMHO). To adjust the direction of size of the shadow, you'll need to click on the "layers" tab - then double click on the tiny "f" next to the layer you are adjusting. That will open another window where you can make your adjustments.

It is easy - once you learn it :D

[Fran]

Thanks for the help Paula!:)

[sparky_mom]

thanks Paula. I might give it another try today!

[viva1angel]

i seem to have Forgotten... How do you change the colours on something in PSP 8? i should know this.. i taught PSP for over a year:-[ :-[ :-\ can some one point me in the right Direction... its driving me mad... i have Tried Colourizing but it doesnt go the colour i want it too... but i am sure there is another way to change the Colour

[Paula]

i seem to have Forgotten... How do you change the colours on something in PSP 8? i should know this.. i taught PSP for over a year:-[ :-[ :-\ can some one point me in the right Direction... its driving me mad... i have Tried Colourizing but it doesnt go the colour i want it too... but i am sure there is another way to change the Colour

I am no expert but I have PSPX and I love it. I also have PSP8. To help you with your question Have the element or paper or what ever you want to color open on the workspace. On the left just above the eraser tool (or 10th down form the top) click on the little arrow and click on Change to Target. Make sure the item you want to change colors on is selected in the layers palette on the left.. Choose the color, textrue or pattern you want in the Materials palette. Choose the size of the tool up at the top and just brush it on the item. HTH!

[martaglo]

hallo

[blacktmmm]

I have a question regarding the warp brush in PSP 9. I can use the brush to a ribbon and get the exact look that I want, but then when I try to get off of that layer, it tells me that it must do a 'final apply'.....and when it does, it completely distorts my ribbon. Does anyone know what I'm doing wrong? Thanks in advance.
~Melissa

[DigiBrandi]

I have a question regarding the warp brush in PSP 9. I can use the brush to a ribbon and get the exact look that I want, but then when I try to get off of that layer, it tells me that it must do a 'final apply'.....and when it does, it completely distorts my ribbon. Does anyone know what I'm doing wrong? Thanks in advance.
~Melissa

I'm not sure if you're doing anything wrong - it does the same thing to me and it is ANNOYING!!!

[jeansul]

Help, I am new to PSP X, my first graphics program. I can go in and make my own backgroiund and then add photos, journaling and elements but am having trouble adding premade backgound paper. What am I not seeing?

[blacktmmm]

Help, I am new to PSP X, my first graphics program. I can go in and make my own backgroiund and then add photos, journaling and elements but am having trouble adding premade backgound paper. What am I not seeing?

I'm not positive what you're asking, but I'll answer in a couple of different ways...hoping that I will be able to help you.

1) PSP does not come with any already there. You must either create them or download them from somewhere...such as this site. Then you can browse through your files where you saved them and open them.

2) If you have already downloaded some, then you just need to take that paper and add it into your layout as a new layer. (You may need to resize your paper first.) Make sure you've clicked on the paper you're wanting to add to your layout (that it is active). At the top of the paper (on the blue bar), right mouse click and choose 'copy.' Then click onto the page that is your new layout....again at the top (blue bar) right mouse click and choose 'paste as a new layer.' You can then drag that layer to wherever you need it in your stack of layers in the layers list.

Hope that helps. If not, if you could be a little more specific, someone will help you.

~Melissa

[kittenb]

I want to learn to use brushes period

[kittenb]

I want to learn to use brushes period


also where to get some great free brushes to test out

[pinkminx001]

I don't use paint shop pro and I'm fairly new to Digital scrapbooking. I'm using Coral draw 12 which seems to work fine with most things but either i don't know how or it doesn't do certain things like burn around the edges of things. I understand that this is a brush in PSP is there any information source that I'm overlooking. Is there anybody out there! who is in the same situation as me. As all the info seems to be for PSP I'm at a dead end.

[jeansul]

I'm not positive what you're asking, but I'll answer in a couple of different ways...hoping that I will be able to help you.

1) PSP does not come with any already there. You must either create them or download them from somewhere...such as this site. Then you can browse through your files where you saved them and open them.

2) If you have already downloaded some, then you just need to take that paper and add it into your layout as a new layer. (You may need to resize your paper first.) Make sure you've clicked on the paper you're wanting to add to your layout (that it is active). At the top of the paper (on the blue bar), right mouse click and choose 'copy.' Then click onto the page that is your new layout....again at the top (blue bar) right mouse click and choose 'paste as a new layer.' You can then drag that layer to wherever you need it in your stack of layers in the layers list.

Hope that helps. If not, if you could be a little more specific, someone will help you.

~Melissa

Thanks Melissa, I will give this a try when I can get my laptop back from dh, my PC does not have enough RAM to run PSP X but my laptop does and dh has taken it away from me to play his games.

[blacktmmm]

Thanks Melissa, I will give this a try when I can get my laptop back from dh, my PC does not have enough RAM to run PSP X but my laptop does and dh has taken it away from me to play his games.

Games?! That man certainly doesn't have YOUR priorities straight!!! lol You're welcome....hope I understood what you were asking.

[blacktmmm]

I don't use paint shop pro and I'm fairly new to Digital scrapbooking. I'm using Coral draw 12 which seems to work fine with most things but either i don't know how or it doesn't do certain things like burn around the edges of things. I understand that this is a brush in PSP is there any information source that I'm overlooking. Is there anybody out there! who is in the same situation as me. As all the info seems to be for PSP I'm at a dead end.


There is another way to do this other than brushes. I've never looked at Coral Draw, but I'll explain how it's done in PSP and maybe it will translate into that program.

Once you have an image open, make sure you are on the layer you want to burn the edges. First you have to use the Magic Wand tool to put the marching ants around your page or image. If your paper is patterned, this won't be as simple as just clicking the wand on that layer....as it will highlight the pattern.....not the whole outside edge of the paper. To solve that issue, make a new raster layer and while on that layer, apply the wand tool. The marching ants will be around the edge of your paper. Now click back on the layer that you're actually wanting to burn to make it active. (You can delete that extra raster layer you made either now or later.)

Next, go to Selections and choose 'Promote Selection to Layer'.....this will make a new layer in your list. Then go to Effect--3D Effects--Cutout. A box will pop open with some choices to make. I almost always keep the 'Fill interior with color' choice UNchecked (transparent). You'll need to decide what 'Shadow Color' you want to burn your edge to....black or a darker shade of whatever you're burning usually are good choices. (Remember, you can undo....so try different things to see what you like.)

Last you'll have to adjust the 'Opacity,' 'Blur,' and 'Offsets' (if needed). These options will end up being personal preferences.....but if you're burning the egdes of a whole paper, I'd suggest starting out with large values (at least Opacity-75 and Blur-100 and Offsets-both 0). Then click 'OK' and watch the edge appear. If you don't like it, undo and try different values or color, etc. Once you're happy with it, click 'Selections--Select None' to remove the marching ants. (Don't forget: these will be two layers until you either group or merge them.)

Hope that helps.

~Melissa

[Paula]

I would like to know how to make a split photo(kind of like a panarama) if anyone can help I need it. Thanks

Granny

In PSPX there is a script for making what I think you are asking about. It splitl the picture into small squares and will add a slight drop shadow to it as well. It's called a 3D script. HTH.

[Paula]

I want to learn to use brushes period

There are great tutorial at Scrapbookbytes, They really have a lot for PSP users.

[ncyg46]

i only have my pspX for a month or so now...i am still learning it but what tool do you use to do curved text?
also I was aggravated when psp XI came out a month after i bought X art studio...figures!!!

[jeansul]

i only have my pspX for a month or so now...i am still learning it but what tool do you use to do curved text?
also I was aggravated when psp XI came out a month after i bought X art studio...figures!!!

Me too. I just got PSP X in August and am still trying to learn to use it.

[mamawsandy]

I have transparencies cause I used them a lot when I was teaching. But I have not made one for an overlay in the digital SBing.
My question is How do I put the writing or other things in the right place so that when I put it as an overlay it will be just where I wanted it.

Sandy aka mamawsandy???

[Tbog]

Sandy-make the canvas 12 x 12 , same as a paper. Wherever it sits on the canvas will be where it sits on the overlay.

[Tbog]

Not sure if the newer versions of PSP have this, but in the older version I did it this way. Choose the line tool, and select Bezier Curve. Drag the line across the page, then click somewhere on the line and drag it up or down. Click somewhere else on the line and do the same.

Then hover the text tool over the line, and it should show an A with a curved line under it. When you type, it will take the shape of the curve you just made. HTH.

[mamawsandy]

I was just in a site I got from here that has all kinds of tutorials. Now I lost it and can't find it again.
Will someone please tell me where it is?
I has tuts for different graphics programs.
Thanks, mamawsandy

[mamawsandy]

Editted because this post directly linked to a site's home page.

[Caz]

:D Hi All
I am new to this board but I do still use PSP 8 so I thought I would try to respond to the question about writing scripts.
This is just the neatest time saving tool there is.
Look at the top of your PSP8 window. On my window the script tool is toward the right of the window on the second level. You will see a small arrow on the right side of a drop down menu that has script names.................... :D

I've just started going thru' this forum, and I would like to thank you so much for these instructions :grin: I've been using PSP X for a couple of months, but I haven't dared to use the scripting function :D

[Fran]

I have a question in regards to pspx issues. I typed this once and somehow it got lost in cyber world so I will try again... I read an article which was posted from a psp user and it was about certain problems connected with pspx. One of the issues was that presets and brushes might not be installed when you first install this program. Since I am new to this program and since I have never used a previous version of psp, I would not know if something should have been installed and was not. I want to learn about brushes, presets and everything else involved with this program. Is anyone familar with issues that pspx might be having, problems or missing detail that earlier versions had that pspx does not have but should have? Is there brushes or presets missing from this version? I hope that I have not made this message sound confusing. I have the article if anyone wants to read it but thought I would just start with psp users and go from there. :???:

[katt]

Hi Fran! I don't know if I will be much help to you since I don't use version 10, but I suggest that you go to Corel's website at www.corel.com . I noticed that they have a section for asking questions and support. I also noticed that there were a couple of patches that were available for download. If there was a problem maybe these took care of it? I belong to several newsgroups where the majority of the PSP users use version 10 and I have never heard anyone saying that there was a problem. I love my PSP 7, 8 & 9 and I think it (PSP) is much easier/quicker to learn than Photoshop. I have never used the Photoshop Elements, so I am unsure about the ease of using that program. I would be happy to look at your article if you would like to share the link.

Katt

[momofthecrazy4]

I would love to know how to make a template

[tweetykl]

I want to learn how to make my own kits! I'm ready to move on to the next step of digi scrapping.

[despota]

I want to learn how to make my own kits! I'm ready to move on to the next step of digi scrapping.

Please could someone make a tutorial on making my own kits. Specifically the sizes.

[dreamerpaula]

I do a monthly crop where I teach element making. Each month we do a new element! All past crop tutorials are available in the misc. tutorial forum.

Please join us! You don't have to have 30 posts to be able to download the crop kit. :D

[dccook20]

I am also interested in learning more about the sizes involved in making all aspects of a kit. I have noticed that the sizes of the graphics are huge.. especially the full 12x12 backgrounds. I would like to make a full size (3600 in most cases) textured background paper.

I have made my own - but most of the time, I do not make my background papers to be 3600... at most I would create them to be 12x12 in at 200 dpi. Prints fine for me, but, I am interested in doing it the *right* way.

[Tbog]

I am also interested in learning more about the sizes involved in making all aspects of a kit. I have noticed that the sizes of the graphics are huge.. especially the full 12x12 backgrounds. I would like to make a full size (3600 in most cases) textured background paper.

I have made my own - but most of the time, I do not make my background papers to be 3600... at most I would create them to be 12x12 in at 200 dpi. Prints fine for me, but, I am interested in doing it the *right* way.

You can see what we as admin expect of our designers as far as sizes here:
http://www.gottapixel.net/forum/showthread.php?t=1701

Those sizes are pretty much industry standard.

[scrapgarden]

Wow, I never knew this, and always wondered what the purpose was of using scripts. Makes sense, and I'm definitely going to giv it a try. Your post was very helpful!!!

[momofthecrazy4]

here's a quick question. I am trying to use my psp program and it is so slow I have no patience for this. can anyone tell me what the problem might be and how to fix it. None of my other programs are having this kind of problem.

Note: I have a tone of space on my computer and it's fairly new. So I don't think that is the problem. I save everything to disk by the month so I don't overload it with anything. I am trying to keep it running great.:-\

[tlovemykids]

I am very new at PSP and I am used to using DIP! I can't seem to figure out how to even use a ______!?!? kit ! I feel very stupid right now, but hey I figure I get more stupid days cause I spend a lot of time chasing my special needs child ! O.k. I am gonna go look and see some tutorials, if that will help !!

[tlovemykids]

ok, all the tutorials say no posts in last few days! I need a labotomy! Elctro shock treatment! something! GGGGGRRRRRRRRRRRRR!!

[LMisCheerful]

I'm new to digi scrapbooking and when I was trying out my Adobe Photoshop Elements, I was getting really excited. Problem: When I'd take a section from one paper and put it on the other, it centers it and won't allow me to move it to where I wanted it. My whole page would move but not the crop. What am I doing wrong?

;-)

[blacktmmm]

I'm new to digi scrapbooking and when I was trying out my Adobe Photoshop Elements, I was getting really excited. Problem: When I'd take a section from one paper and put it on the other, it centers it and won't allow me to move it to where I wanted it. My whole page would move but not the crop. What am I doing wrong?

;-)

My initial guess is that you are not on the right layer. Also, it sounds like you might be inserting your new paper on the same layer as something else. Everything that you want to move independently needs to be on its own layer. Let us know if that helps or if you need further explanation. :)

[blacktmmm]

I am very new at PSP and I am used to using DIP! I can't seem to figure out how to even use a ______!?!? kit ! I feel very stupid right now, but hey I figure I get more stupid days cause I spend a lot of time chasing my special needs child ! O.k. I am gonna go look and see some tutorials, if that will help !!

I'd be happy to try to help get you started. Which version of PSP are you using? Do you have specific questions? Feel free to pm me if you'd like.

~Melissa

[LoneStarGal]

I'm using PSP X and am wondering if there is a way create my own background paper from some antique feedsack fabric that I have. I want to make some heritage pages of my MIL and since she is the one who gave me the fabric it seems like it would be perfect. Note that this fabric is the type the ladies used to use to make dresses so it has different designs on it. Very cool! I do have a scanner.

[LoneStarGal]

Another question. My DS won a medal (the type you wear around your neck). I would like to scan it and use it as a page embellishment along with the pictures. How do I do this in PSP X?

[blacktmmm]

I'm using PSP X and am wondering if there is a way create my own background paper from some antique feedsack fabric that I have. I want to make some heritage pages of my MIL and since she is the one who gave me the fabric it seems like it would be perfect. Note that this fabric is the type the ladies used to use to make dresses so it has different designs on it. Very cool! I do have a scanner.

Scanning is exactly how you would do this. You need to be sure your resolution is set high enough when you scan so that the image will be paper size once it's on your computer. You can then use this image as a paper or a texture. However, anything that has a design on it is in danger of being copyrighted....and cannot be posted to the web. (Legally, it should not even be scanned.)

To use an image as an overlay (as a texture), fill one layer with a color of your choice. Then put the scanned image on a new layer above the color. At the top of the layers pallette, you will see a drop-down menu in the middle that currently says 'Normal.' Click the arrow to the right and you'll see a whole list of choices. You can simply choose 'Overlay' or play around with the other options to see which effect you like best. You can also slide the 'Opacity' slider (first option at the top of the layers pallette) until you reach the desired effect.

Hope that helps.

Melissa

[LoneStarGal]

Thanks, Melissa,

I never thought about the copyright issue since the fabric is very, very old. These are the actual sacks that ladies would open up after using whatever was in the sack and then reuse the sacks by sewing their dresses out of the fabric. How's that for recycling. I can imagine the ladies of the day going to the store and choosing the sacks according to the fabric they liked. My MIL was very thrifty and still owned dresses sewed out of the fabric, thus my reason for wanting to use it in a layout.

I definitely won't post it on the internet. I really only want to use it for my own personal album and that's all. I remember years ago reading articles in scrapbooking magazines about scanning clothes (baby outfits in particular) and printing on cardstock to use as either mats or background paper. This was for traditional scrapbooks - not digital. I bet they never thought about copyright implications - yikes. Thanks for bringing that to my attention. And thanks for helping me so much.

[blacktmmm]

It might not be a copyright issue....it's just so hard to tell and it's always better safe than sorry! The story is so awesome and will make for wonderful journaling along with your photos in your scrapbook! It's great that you actually have the fabric to use!

And you're so welcome. I'm happy I have been able to help you. :)

[logicgrandma]

I recently got PSP XI and do not understand how to do a basic layout. If I klearn that, I am sure I will see how to do other things. Help me, please. I have never used PSP before. :)

[blacktmmm]

Is PSP your very first scrapping program or are you simply new to PSP? Do you understand layers? I don't want to be too basic in offering suggestions if you are beyond that. :)

[soosha_q]

I have been looking left and right for some kind of PSP filter or texture or something to make realistic looking ribbons with. I'm not looking for something to make curled ribbons with. Maybe a texture I can overlay on a design I make to make it look like a real ribbon. If anyone has filter suggestions, could you make sure they're freeware, cause I can't afford to buy anything right now! Thanks so much for any help you give!

[ASims]

Maybe Scanlines will help
http://www.richardrosenman.com/software/downloads/

[1stoliveoyl]

Text in a sprial? A how to would be appreciated :)

[Sokkie]

I have been looking left and right for some kind of PSP filter or texture or something to make realistic looking ribbons with. I'm not looking for something to make curled ribbons with. Maybe a texture I can overlay on a design I make to make it look like a real ribbon. If anyone has filter suggestions, could you make sure they're freeware, cause I can't afford to buy anything right now! Thanks so much for any help you give!

Bannerwoman has ribbon templates! Very easy.
There's also a grossgrain-texture, but I have no idea anymore where I got it. Will have too google for it.
Also Scrapgirls has a template/brush set for making ribbons.

[grannypatt]

I would Love to learn how to make word art. and how to choose the right fonts....

[scrappinbama]

I am looking for psp tutorials in general. Will try searching google. Thanks

[aznewmom]

Is there something you have seen but arent sure how to do it ? Anything, big or small ? If so , post it here and we will see if we can help !!

Hi there.
I'm a beginner. Where is the best place to go to learn how to use PSP?
Also, I'm trying to make up a QP for the brag book challenge. I'm not doing so well! I have been able to make a background, size it all, create a clear area for a photo (at least I HOPE I have done this all correctly! LOL!), etc.
The problem is that I would like to add an element that came in the 'kit'.
When I open an element, say a paper clip or a flower, the background surrounding it is colored &/or pixelated around it. How do I get rid of that so I can actually USE these elements?

Any help would be GREATLY appreciated.
Please feel free to PM me, post here, or send me a note:
Aznewmom@yahoo.com
Whatever works.

TIA!
Cheers,
Stacy

[mel_m78]

I´m quite new to digital scrapbooking and browsing several site, I always say these amazing actions for photoshop to add great effect to photos, make them pop, I just wanted to know if they can be used for psp as well, or if there exist similar things, I use PSP XI, love to know if someone can help me out, would love to try some new things!!!!!!O0

[momofthecrazy4]

I have ps7 and I am trying to get great prints from Costco but I don't think I'm resizing them right I am trying to make sure that every thing is saved and sized at 300res and for some reason they look grainy when I pick them up. I am printing on 12x18 posters but putting one 12x12 and 2 6x6's on a page when I send them online to print. Can anybody help me get great resolution

[LindyLou]

I've just joined Gotta Pixel and have been exploring this board. I'm still using Paint Shop Pro v8, although I do have v11 installed and attempting to learn it. Thanks for these notes about scripting in v8.
....LindyLou



:D Hi All
I am new to this board but I do still use PSP 8 so I thought I would try to respond to the question about writing scripts.
This is just the neatest time saving tool there is.
Look at the top of your PSP8 window. On my window the script tool is toward the right of the window on the second level. You will see a small arrow on the right side of a drop down menu that has script names.
This is great for working on alphabets. Continue to the right until you see what looks like a blue donut. That is what you press to start writing a script. When you have the steps down to a certain thing you are doing, start a new file then press the blue donut. Go on a take all the steps necessary to say make an alpha letter with all the steps. To the right of the donut is an arrow that when clicked will ask if you want to cancel the script or save it. Click save and a window will open to name it and save it in.
Select the folder in My Documents that holds your PSP presets, plugins and all of those things. Go to Scripts - Restricted and open that, then name the script and save.
Now go back over to the left to the first window of the script section and click the drop down arrow, find the script you just saved and click. Next to that dropdown box is an arrow. Click on that arrow to run your new script.
I find it is wonderful for making alphabets and repetitive tasks.
I hope I haven't confused you way too much. The PSP 8 help files are very helpful with this. :D

[scrappy2]

I really like psp8 and 10 :) there are alot of tuts out there for this program:)

[Katora1]

Hi. I am looking for a tut to make torn paper. Where you actually have the white along the edges, even though the paper is another color. Know what I mean?

[ladybug987]

I am trying to figure out how to use a template to make a layout. I found a really neat one for scrapping a cat! I get really confused about resizing when my workspace is 10% and the body of the cat is 80%! Years ago I was good in math, but I just don't know what to do with this =(

By the way, I have found all sorts of PSP stuff (except this) by googling and by clicking on links wherever I find them.

[MelindaH]

I am trying to figure out how to use a template to make a layout. I found a really neat one for scrapping a cat! I get really confused about resizing when my workspace is 10% and the body of the cat is 80%! Years ago I was good in math, but I just don't know what to do with this =(

By the way, I have found all sorts of PSP stuff (except this) by googling and by clicking on links wherever I find them.

Here is a great tutorial right here at Gotta Pixel about templates:
http://www.gottapixel.net/forum/showthread.php?t=5806&highlight=template+tutorial

As for photos being too large for your work space:
In my program, which is a bit different so I may be of no help at all, but I'll try -- I find a corner of the photo, hold down the shift key, and grab the corner and drag it towards the middle of the photo. If you keep holding the shift key down, it will make the photo smaller proportionally so that it doesn't get skewed.

I hope this helps!

Melinda

[MelindaH]

Hi. I am looking for a tut to make torn paper. Where you actually have the white along the edges, even though the paper is another color. Know what I mean?

I am not sure what program you use ... so these directions may not help, but here is a tutorial at Gotta Pixel that a former design team member (and great guy!) Gary wrote up. I hope it helps!

Torn Paper Tutorial (http://www.gottapixel.net/forum/showthread.php?t=1862&highlight=tear+paper)

[ladybug987]

Thank you loads! The template tutorial should do the trick. I worked and worked on a layout the other day. I found that just because one thing is open at, say, 23% and the other at 78%, doesn't really cause a problem. The second one just shrinks when I drag it on the first. (Actually it wasn't a photo.)

Barb

[ladybug987]

Ignore my last answer. LOL I have had two projects underway and asked questions about both in various places, so my head was a bit jumbled.

Barb

[dabbi]

I just downloaded the trial version, as I heard this program is easier than elements.....is this a good program for scrapping? I was reading reviews last night and one of the comments was there are programs out there that you can use for scrapping etc. that made me question whether or not you can use it. Thanks

[soosha_q]

Oh yes, I use it for scrapping all the time!

[Katora1]

I am trying to figure out to make scallop edges, like as if I had used scrapping siccors on the edge of a paper.

[scrappinbama]

Hi. I have been paper scrapping for some years now but am rather new to digital scrapping. I bought a paint shop pro x software but do not know where to begin. There are so many tuts out there but sometimes I don't quite understand the terms. Help!

[ladybug987]

Welcome, Scrappinbama. I, too, use PSP ... PSP 8.1. I've heard many PSP users say how much they like PSP X. I had used the program a bit before I discovered digiscrapping. I think if I were new to this, I would look for a PSP X course on one of the digiscrapping websites. Some are offered online and others you can download videos and other materials so you can work offline. The good thing about these courses is that the instruction is geared to help you with digiscrapping. You can try googling for this information.

You could also check out Amazon or one of the other bookstores for a book for PSP X. I have one I like a lot for my version.

Try us here if there are any terms we can explain or questions we can answer.

[scrappinbama]

Thanks for the reply I think I've found a couple of sites.



graphicssoft.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?zi=1/XJ/Ya&sdn=graphicssoft&cdn=compute&tm=107&f=22&su=p284.8.150.ip_&tt=14&bt=0&bts=0&zu=http%3A//www.campratty.com/questions.html (graphicssoft.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?zi=1/XJ/Ya&sdn=graphicssoft&cdn=compute&tm=107&f=22&su=p284.8.150.ip_&tt=14&bt=0&bts=0&zu=http%3A//www.campratty.com/questions.html)

I think I'll start with them. These were recommended by the friend who introduced me to PSP.

[MelindaH]

Good luck! There are some really handy tutorials on the home page, and if you use the search tool for "tutorial" I am positive you will also find lots of help. Just reply in any threads you find if you have questions about terminology ... lots of us willing to help! :)

[ladybug987]

You may want to google for PSPX tutorials. Some of the ones on that site are for earlier versions of PSP such as PSP4 and things have changed quite a bit since then.


Thanks for the reply I think I've found a couple of sites.



graphicssoft.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?zi=1/XJ/Ya&sdn=graphicssoft&cdn=compute&tm=107&f=22&su=p284.8.150.ip_&tt=14&bt=0&bts=0&zu=http%3A//www.campratty.com/questions.html (http://graphicssoft.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?zi=1/XJ/Ya&sdn=graphicssoft&cdn=compute&tm=107&f=22&su=p284.8.150.ip_&tt=14&bt=0&bts=0&zu=http%3A//www.campratty.com/questions.html)

I think I'll start with them. These were recommended by the friend who introduced me to PSP.

[Digi-Scrap]

Templates

I can do them my way, but would like to find a different,
possibly easier way to do them.

Searching for a better way!!

[ladybug987]

Templates



I can do them my way, but would like to find a different,
possibly easier way to do them.


Searching for a better way!!


Have you seen this template tutorial written by Paula Yagisawa, one of our designers? It gives instructions for both Photoshop and PSP.


http://www.gottapixel.net/content/view/62/8/

Let me know what you think. I haven't tried it out yet myself.

[logicgrandma]

Help, please. I have PSP Xi and have a tutorial in a basic layout, but it's all Greek to me. I need a basic help in PSP Xi, then I can probably play around and figure out what else to do. I have used PI!E for a long time, but no longer have a version on my puter.

[clemencia]

Oh yes, I would love to learn how to make a scrapbook page in PSP X2, thanks for asking
Clemencia

[DreamAngel]

I just joined today and I have been trying to make knots for ribbons in psp8 but can't seem to do itis there anyone here that has a tutorial to show me how please?

[sweetscraps]

I have a (?). I just downloaded a kit from somewhere, I didn't realize it was psp. I use pse5, my question is can this file be changed to use in photoshop ele. can the files be changed to png files.:-\

[ladybug987]

You may want to google for some tutorials in PSP 8.1 This would have the basic features of your present program.

I upgraded recently from PSP 8.1 to PSP XII. I myself am "a bit" overwhelmed and am working in 8.1 while I try to get the hang of XII.

I have the book Digital Scrapbooking by Sally Beacham and Lori Davis. It is very helpful because it talks about how to do the same things in several common programs!

[ladybug987]

Dream Angel, I'm not sure but this may be a technique that people do with a script. I know there are PSP scripts for bows.

[crazsquaw]

I have PSP8, and have played with it a few times and then went back to my PhotoDraw-which is no longer made or sold...anyway-do you know how I can resize my pages, etc. to upload online and not lose the crispness of the original? If you look at my uploaded pages, you will see what I mean.
My pages look bad when I have to resize them to fit on the websites...any help?
Thanks, in advance!~Becki

[geswho40]

I need to learn how to make a blinkie and quick like. Any help out there?

[illinimom]

I need to learn how to make a blinkie and quick like. Any help out there?

Here's the tutorial I used to make my Build-a-Book blinkie in my siggie below.

http://www.gottapixel.net/forum/showthread.php?t=2545&highlight=blinkie

[ashley_bunn]

is there any place or free program where I can learn about making my own kit? I've been thinking about it for a while and think it'll be really fun.

[illinimom]

is there any place or free program where I can learn about making my own kit? I've been thinking about it for a while and think it'll be really fun.

Here's a couple of links that may help you...

Try the Questions and Answers (http://www.gottapixel.net/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=11) forum here at GP. There is a lot of good info here.

Also click on the TUTORIALS (http://www.gottapixel.net/blog/?page_id=310) link up in the beautiful header.

If you have a specific question, post a new thread in the Questions and Answers (http://www.gottapixel.net/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=11) forum. Chances are someone else has the same question and will be interested in the answers you get.

[ashley_bunn]

would like to know how to exactly use the overlays, when i use them they tend to stay the black or gray color, how do you change the color?

[cmarois]

There used to be a way you could make words follow a shape or path. I am sure I saw atutorial on it ages ago somewhere. Does anyone remember where the tutorial is or how to do this?

[cmarois]

I have PSP8, and have played with it a few times and then went back to my PhotoDraw-which is no longer made or sold...anyway-do you know how I can resize my pages, etc. to upload online and not lose the crispness of the original? If you look at my uploaded pages, you will see what I mean.
My pages look bad when I have to resize them to fit on the websites...any help?
Thanks, in advance!~Becki

Hi Becky

I use 12 but the process I use is very simple and may be in 8 as well. Basically I use the resize command but I do it in pixels. Make sure you are using 300DPI then reduce the pixels. As long as you keep it at 300 DPI it sizes down really nicely. If you take a look at my lastest pages you'll see what I mean. They don't look bad at all for haveing over 2000 pixels removed.

[debi1612]

I need to learn how to go about changing my picture in my profile area. I have tried everything I can think of. Thanks.....Debi

[illinimom]

LOL! Have you tried going to the User CP at the top and then to Edit Profile Picture?

[Lyjega]

I totally want to learn how to put text in photoshop into a s shaped line .... a scroll type thing (not sure exactly what its called).

[Scrappynana6]

Iam using Printshop 23. I know most you use PSP or PSE, but I would like to know how you go about using masks or overlays. I've tried layering but my picture just won't show through. I don't know how different my program is, but I'd appreciate some advice. thanks!:???:

[mom2bsa]

I did a quick google search and the site said your software supports layer controls but I don't think that necessarily means that you have masking capabilities. What exactly are you trying to do?

[mom2bsa]

What version of Photoshop do you have?

[mom2bsa]

Depending on the software, the answer may be different. My guess is that your software may not support .PNG files which is the typical file format for overlays. That file type supports transparency which allows the images underneath to show through.

[mom2bsa]

CMAROIS - what version of software are you using? Some programs like Photoshop Elements can't do that (although it can put text in a circle easily).

[Scrappynana6]

Thank you mom2bsa for answering my question. I will have to go to the website to ask that question. I use png files for everything else, papers, elements, etc. I was hoping someone had had some success. I have one mask on which I can place a picture on top with leaves curling out from behind, but I know that's not the way masks are supposed to be used. I have a friend who uses PSelements and has been successful. Thanks again!

[heathert]

Thank you mom2bsa for answering my question. I will have to go to the website to ask that question. I use png files for everything else, papers, elements, etc. I was hoping someone had had some success. I have one mask on which I can place a picture on top with leaves curling out from behind, but I know that's not the way masks are supposed to be used. I have a friend who uses PSelements and has been successful. Thanks again!

Do you know about the clipping trick? You put your photo or paper on a layer over the mask you want to use, then press Ctrl+g to "clip" one to the other (or look for the menu command "make clipping path").

For overlays, you probably just need to change the blending mode of the topmost layer -- try setting it to overlay, and then experiment.

I hope that answers your question--I wasn't exactly clear on what problem you were having, so forgive me if that was too basic! =)

[phardy1945]

Can somebody help me figure out what I have done wrong to cause my Select Button in PSE7 to work but not the Deselect. Usually you can put your move tool on any item and move it. I can't, I have to find the thumbnail in the layers palette. The only way I can get rid of the bounding box is to hit Deselect Layers. That is not the way that tool should work and I know it didn't originally. Is there a setting I should change? It is driving me crazy. Thanks for any suggestions.

Pat H.

[Scrappynana6]

Well, I did it!! I figure if I'm going to do this thing right and get really creative, I needed the correct software, so I purchased a Bamboo Tablet (another story) which came with PSE 6.0 and Corel Paint. Now all I have to do is figure out how to USE it. I have been using PrintShop 23 which is very simple, but doesn't do sophisticated stuff like masks and overlays (that I'm aware of). Is there a good online, cheap place to get basic instructions? I'm a teacher and figured out the Promethean Smart board with ease, but this is a whole different ballgame. Thanks!

[TerryF]

Well, I did it!! I figure if I'm going to do this thing right and get really creative, I needed the correct software, so I purchased a Bamboo Tablet (another story) which came with PSE 6.0 and Corel Paint. Now all I have to do is figure out how to USE it. I have been using PrintShop 23 which is very simple, but doesn't do sophisticated stuff like masks and overlays (that I'm aware of). Is there a good online, cheap place to get basic instructions? I'm a teacher and figured out the Promethean Smart board with ease, but this is a whole different ballgame. Thanks!

I've sent you a PM.

[sdgmeg]

I'm curious if anyone can tell my why designers don't include a text document within their products with the description they show on the store page? That information is often quite important, including lets us how many items are included, etc. I think it would be so helpful. It wouldn't take up that much space & they could add that info along with their TOU & Piracy info. Anyone elses thoughts?

[MsSweetP38]

Ok, I have used paintshop pro for over 10 years and just went and bought PSE7 and I am completely lost, LOL. Any suggestions as to where I can go to get lessons to learn how to use this program?

[mom2bsa]

There are some tutorials at http://www.gottapixel.net/blog/?page_id=310. Some of the ones for Photoshop CS may not apply to Photoshop Elements but it usually gives you an idea of how to accomplish something. I originally came from PSP 7 to PSE4 and was happy about the concept of layers being the same.

You can PM (Private message) me for specific questions on how to do something in PSE and I'll try to answer either here or in my Ask Lisa blog post.

[Marta van Eck]

It not space decide if the software runs slow or not. Sorry for my English. I will tried my best to explain it.
it is processor that need to be quick and efficient because processor is used to generate some textures, processor is used when you run some actions and scripts. It is also important how many virtual memory is set for the psp to use. Is it somewhere when you click the right mouse button on my computer and then choose properties, then advanced,efficiency, then setting and then choose the tab advanced. There should be somewhere virtual memory which is used by every application. You can try to change it. If you are not so advanced ask someone to help you. The problem may also be cause by not enough RAM memory. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Random-access_memory)


i got question. I am trying to use my psp program and it is so slow I have no patience for this. can anyone tell me what the problem might be and how to fix it. None of my other programs are having this kind of problem.

Note: I have a tone of space on my computer and it's fairly new. So I don't think that is the problem. I save everything to disk by the month so I don't overload it with anything. I am trying to keep it running great.:-\

[napiergirl]

Hello,
I'm new at digital scrapbooking & have attempted to make a QP of my own. How would I go about making a 'wave' through the centre of the QP (quick page) where i can add a photo to it? I've seen one done somewhere & it's beautiful. Also, how do i go about making the solid shape behind photo templates? I did read the tutorial, but unless each step is written piece by piece... i get lost. Sorry. The tutorial states "switch it to a regular layer"...it does not explain how to do that?
Thanks for all the tips, this site is awsome. O0

[mom2bsa]

Hello,
I'm new at digital scrapbooking & have attempted to make a QP of my own. How would I go about making a 'wave' through the centre of the QP (quick page) where i can add a photo to it? I've seen one done somewhere & it's beautiful. Also, how do i go about making the solid shape behind photo templates? I did read the tutorial, but unless each step is written piece by piece... i get lost. Sorry. The tutorial states "switch it to a regular layer"...it does not explain how to do that?
Thanks for all the tips, this site is awsome. O0

Are you talking about this article (http://www.gottapixel.net/?p=5128)? If not, where is the tutorial located so we can understand the context.

[napiergirl]

Sorry. I forgot to mention I use Phtoshop 7.0:)

[napiergirl]

Hello, gosh that was a quick response. Thank you so much.
No the tutorial was "how to make a .png quickpage" under the tutorial listing for PS. I thought i would start here as i use Photoshop 7.0

[mom2bsa]

Ok - now I understand youre question. In step 2 of the tutorial, it's telling you that you need to make the background layer an actual layer. Notice that the background layer starts out with a little lock symbol. When you right-click on the background as step 2 says, you can select "Layer from Background". That converts it to a regular layer. I have Photoshop Elements and I can double click on the background layer to perform the same action. Does that help?

Also, the link I provided earlier points to an article I did a few weeks ago about making a wave on your page.

[napiergirl]

Thank you so much for taking the time sorting out what it is i was trying to explain. It's simple when you know how...lol. I so appreciate all your l help here. Once i get the curve part of it sorted, can i then drag & drop a full scale photo inside that curve?:)

[mom2bsa]

Yes. If your photo is too big, you'll have to either resize it or the photo.

[MomtoEVE]

This is going to sound like a strange question but here it is. In Elements after I start a project if I save it before I am done (as a PSD file) when I reopen it to work on it again I am unable to resize or free rotate things that I have placed on the page. When I try to do either it will complete the action but then there is a white rectangle as if it is no longer a transparent layer. Is this something I can "fix" or is it something I just need to work around all the time?

[mom2bsa]

What version of Elements are you using? Windows or Mac?

[MomtoEVE]

PSE7 on a PC

[physioscrapper]

Dana, you shouldn't have to work around that...it doesn't happen to me with PSE 4,5 or 7. So let me get this straight, and one of us should be able to help you... you start a project, which has several layers, then save it as a PSD file. Then next time you go to work on it, it doesn't come up just as you saved it? Or is it saved right, but problems occur just as you add new things to the existing layers? Also, does the white box show around the element, or around the thumbnail in the layers pallette? The only time I get a white box around the actual element , that is different from just the box when you use the move or transform tool , is when I've used the command "Place" to put the objects on the screen. But by just accepting the change of shape (clicking anywhere on the screen) that box goes away... If we could see your screen, we could probably help you immediately, sorry for all the questions to understand.

[mom2bsa]

Dana - thanks for sending me your screen shot of your layers. Can you upload the image to your gallery and post the link here? As Nancy said, you shouldn't have to work around this. I noticed that you have a some layers with a tiny icon in the bottom left of the layer thumbnail. I've never seen this - could be some PSE functionality I've not yet used!

[MomtoEVE]

I will show you what I mean in a gallery upload. Sorry I am behind. White box is behind the element that I resized. It open fine and I can add new items, it is just previous items that I have the problem with.

This is the layout I was changing. I needed to move the month down below center and make it smaller. It is comprised of several layers that needed to be linked so that they all resize and move together.

http://www.gottapixel.net/gallery/data/743/thumbs/July-2010-calendar-page_edi.jpg (http://www.gottapixel.net/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/191374)

[MomtoEVE]

here is the picture of what happens. If I unlink the layers I don't think it happens. But as I said if I unlink them it is then easier to redo it.

Also the icon on the layer says "smart object thumbnail" when you mouse over it. I don't know what a smart object is are how I used it.... LOL

http://www.gottapixel.net/gallery/data/500/issue-pic-c.jpg (http://www.gottapixel.net/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/192093)

[mom2bsa]

I didn't know anything about Smart Objects but I did find that if you drag your photos/elements from the bottom project bin to the layout, then they become Smart Objects. My understanding is that then if you make changes to the original files and then open up the layout again, the changes are reflected.

Smart Objects aren't directly editable in your layout and I think that *might* be the issue. I usually open up my photo, select all, copy, and then go to my layout and paste. You might be able to use the Move tool if your layout and photo are not maximized.

[MomtoEVE]

I went looking and I have a feeling that if I simplify the layers with that icon it might work. I will let you know.

[physioscrapper]

Hi mom to eve! The smart object icon means that you are just bringing the thumbnail of the image up to your page - it has to do with dragging and dropping. In PSE 7 you HAVE to drag down. So double click on the element you want to use and open it up as the main window and drag it down to your page. You can't drag up as you could in PSE 5. This certainly can make a difference for resizing, as basically you are just resizing a thumbnail, not the actual size of element. Don't ask me why they changed that.....makes NO sense to me!

Another way you can do this is, to Tile all the elements and your page - Under Windows, go to Images, then Tile. This will place all the elements you have open (all the ones in the photo bin at the bottom, and your starting page all on the screen. You then can drag the element across to your page (and that pesky smart object) won't show up. Once they are on the page, if you don't want to use them right away, just click the eyeball on that element layer and hide it. At this point you can also close the element- put it away where it came from - and this will save memory) I found it really helps though if you name the layer right away if you're going to hide it. (Double click on the name ie: Layer 4..and a box should open where you can type in ribbon, bird etc.)

I know you'll have way fewer problems if you make sure you don't drag up....you basically were trying to resize a thumbnail image which could be 72 pixels with an image that is probably 300 pixels/inch. When they were locked it would really distort it...I totally understand now....
and by the way, I'm speaking from experience here...one who also had frustration and didn't realize the change from PSE 5 to 7. :)

[MomtoEVE]

yep I drag from the lower bin ALL the time! I will just have to get out of the habit! it makes sense to be able to, isn't the bin there to make it a cleaner "desk" area to work on? silly change in my book

[LindaBlunk]

Once I've uploaded my scrap, where do I go to give credit to the designers.

Thanks
Linda

[tricertifiedx2]

After you have chosen your page from browsing the images on your computer, instead of entering a description, choose upload/submit. This will take you to another page where you will be able to enter your Title, a description for you layout, any key words, and you will be able to list the kit and designer, fonts and program you used as well as a link to the KIT (not the store) you used.

You may also list it in the description if you don't want to go to the second page and enter all the information there.

Or, if you have already uploaded pages, you can choose to edit the pages from your photo options drop down in the upper right corner of the gallery page.

[kokonetic]

Cheers!
Valikie
Out of the many posts, this one attract my attention. I believe it is possible for anyone to participate.
Excellent ! I like it very much.
Hello,

[sspryte]

ok I have a ton of premade templates and qp's I have bought and downloaded from off the net but I have no idea how to use them. Can anyone help? I have Photoshop elements that I just bought. So I am new to it.
Michelle

[TerryF]

ok I have a ton of premade templates and qp's I have bought and downloaded from off the net but I have no idea how to use them. Can anyone help? I have Photoshop elements that I just bought. So I am new to it.
Michelle



Michelle -- I've sent you a PM with some links to getting started in PSE. Hope they help.

TerryF

[gette3]

Hi mom to eve! The smart object icon means that you are just bringing the thumbnail of the image up to your page - it has to do with dragging and dropping. In PSE 7 you HAVE to drag down. So double click on the element you want to use and open it up as the main window and drag it down to your page. You can't drag up as you could in PSE 5. This certainly can make a difference for resizing, as basically you are just resizing a thumbnail, not the actual size of element. Don't ask me why they changed that.....makes NO sense to me!

Another way you can do this is, to Tile all the elements and your page - Under Windows, go to Images, then Tile. This will place all the elements you have open (all the ones in the photo bin at the bottom, and your starting page all on the screen. You then can drag the element across to your page (and that pesky smart object) won't show up. Once they are on the page, if you don't want to use them right away, just click the eyeball on that element layer and hide it. At this point you can also close the element- put it away where it came from - and this will save memory) I found it really helps though if you name the layer right away if you're going to hide it. (Double click on the name ie: Layer 4..and a box should open where you can type in ribbon, bird etc.)

I know you'll have way fewer problems if you make sure you don't drag up....you basically were trying to resize a thumbnail image which could be 72 pixels with an image that is probably 300 pixels/inch. When they were locked it would really distort it...I totally understand now....
and by the way, I'm speaking from experience here...one who also had frustration and didn't realize the change from PSE 5 to 7. :)

I had this same problem, and not having PSE prior to getting PSE7, my first...had no idea what this was doing when I saved layouts to work on later......stupid that your clipboard isn't more user friendly, but get the whole thumbnail thing now....hahahahahahaha. Thanks as always ladies....still a newbie to scrapping too!

[pixelpixie]

Hi Everyone! I'm a newbie ;)) I am SO excited to learn. I really have no idea where to start? Are there any classes available for beginners?
Cheers,
Pixie

[mom2bsa]

I write the "Ask Lisa" posts in the Gotta Pixel blog. I always focus on a technique or answer someone's question. You can send me a private message (PM) (http://www.gottapixel.net/forum/private.php?do=newpm&u=22477) with your questions and if I know the answer I'll write a blog post. Welcome aboard!