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September 26, 2011 | 
Author Travel Scrapbook Layout Ideas
Your vacation scrapbook – Keep your travel memories
Vacation scrapbooks are one of the most popular albums to make. Whether you're scrapping a weekend camping trip or his life in Italy, the holiday scrapbooks are a great way to capture the memories.
The best way to start is by organizing all your pictures however you see fit. Some people prefer chronological order, while others prefer the common themes (ie, warehouses, shops, museums, etc..) After ordering the photos as you see fit, start to publish images that do not want to use (eg blur, those in which not everyone is smiling, etc.).
After has selected the photos you want to use, begin to choose background colors that match the images. The most successful designs to match the background paper with color photos. For example, use blue and green paper with designs of beach and green and brown papers for the designs of nature. I think one way quick to be organized is to keep the images of the casings with the papers selected for the photos.
Once you are ready to start cutting, start distributing the images on the pages. Be sure to leave enough space between the pictures as to not "crowd" of the page. After you have pasted the photo on the page, consider using decorations , stickers and other mementos of "jazz" to the page. You may want to include tickets to museums, or a label of a large bottle of wine I had at dinner in your scrapbook. Do not be afraid to add personal touches – are the ones that bring back all the emotions every time you look in the album.
A popular technique is daily, the that allows the lessee to give a personal touch to the lay-out. Journaling can be hand written or computer type. Incorporated into the design as deemed appropriate sharecropper. Be sure to write not only their emotions but also the small details (eg hotel name and room number). It's the little to add much to the years of scrapbook from now. Many tenants will bring a small notepad with them on vacation, to write notes or ideas would like to incorporate into your scrapbook. The most important thing …. Have fun!
About the Author
Lisa is the owner of Modzy.com, the #1 online scrapbooking supplies store. Find thousands of scrapbook products and low prices everyday at http://www.modzy.com
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Travel Gifts For Women
The Perfect Holiday Gifts For Women
We know, women are mysterious creatures. But one thing they have in common is liking gifts. But (yes, there is a caveat when it comes to giving women gifts), they don’t want blenders, self-help books, or mixing bowls.
If you want to make all of the ladies in your life happy, you need to follow a few easy rules.
Joint-use gifts
If you’re in a relationship, never buy “joint-use” gifts unless previously discussed. For example, buying your sweetie a 50″ plasma TV when you live together may send the message that the gifts is really for you. And never buy her a kitchen appliance unless she tells you she really, no really, wants a Cuisinart juicer, do not, I repeat, do not buy your significant other an appliance for Christmas (unless you like sleeping on the couch).
Buy the right size
If you buy the women on your list an article of clothing (generally inadvisable), make sure you know her size. You don’t want to buy something too big or too small. And if you buy her lingerie, give it to her in private. You don’t want to explain to her nieces and nephews what a lace negligee is.
Lavish gifts
When buying for colleagues, bosses, and acquaintances who you are not romantically involved with or dating for a significant time, don’t buy too lavish a gift. Buying an expensive gift can send the wrong message.
Avoiding the dog house
Also consider the type of gift. Is a satin robe really a good choice for a female boss? While she may love it, she probably doesn’t want her subordinates knowing what she wears to bed. Think about how the recipient will interpret the gift. For example, would your sister appreciate the sentiment behind your choice of anti-cellulite cream or a book on how to lose weight? Or, do you want the girl you’ve gone on two dates with to read into your gift of $3,000 diamond earrings? Lookout, she may expect an even bigger diamond in the near future!
In general, try to find out something about the recipient, so that you can purchase a thoughtful gift that she’ll love. And whatever you do, don’t name a constellation after her.
In the event that you’re completely clueless, pick something from this list and you’ll avoid the bad gift blacklist for another year. The best part is that you can buy all of theses gifts without leaving your living room.
Top Gifts for Her:
Makeup
When buying cosmetics, stay way from items like foundation, powder, and blush. These things are extremely individual and women like to pick the beauty staples out themselves. Eyeshadow and lip gloss palettes that include a wide variety of colors make wonderful gifts for women. There is always a color she will like.
Pretty Makeup Bags
Most women like products and pretty makeup bags to keep them in, like hand painted makeup bags.
Jewelry Storage
If the lady on your list already has a solid collection of jewelry, get her a stylish wy to organize it that will fit into any decor with a jewelry wardrobe. For the woman on-the-go, give her the gift of tangle-free jewelry. The metallic leather jewelry roll lets her travel in style. It is also made out of Moroccan genuine full-grain goatskin, so it is luxury all the way.
Jewelry
The recycled glass bottle necklace is earth friendly and perfect for a niece, daughter, or teenager on your list.
Great Smelling Candles
Women love candles, and it is an appropriate gift for virtually every women on your list. A classic choice: Diptyque-Limited Edition Parfumee Encens Candle.
Reed Diffusers
The hottest trend in home fragrance is reed diffusers, and the women on your list will appreciate your foresight. The Voluspa Fragrant Oil Reed Diffuser in Santiago Huckleberry is a fail-safe gift.
Bath Gift Sets
You can always pick up a set from Bath & Body Works but if you want to go the extra mile, show her you know a thing or two about luxury. The Potter & Moore- Sheer Luxury in Spiced Tuberose & Orchid 4 piece set includes a beautiful black leather cosmetic bag embossed with the Potter & Moore print filled with full sizes of Eau de Toilette, Bathing Milk and Triple Milled Soap duo.
Journals
Show her you care about her feelings with a journal or luxury notebook for jotting notes or even shopping lists. Perfect stocking stuffer for sisters, nieces, and acquaintances.
Cashmere Robe
A luxurious and well-received gift for girlfriends, wives, sisters, and moms (as in your mom).
Slip Into Comfort
Slippers make great stocking stuffers. Slip Amy Jo Gladstone Bam Bam slippers into her stocking.
Comfy Throw
Picture her curled up on the couch with a good book and a soft blanket on a cold winter night. If she’s your girlfriend or wife, maybe she’ll even share.
Super Soft Towels
It’s such a wonderful feeling emerging from the shower and enveloping yourself in a luxurious, oversized bath towel. Surprisingly, many women don’t buy these for themselves. Step up to the plate and dazzle her with Super Pile Towels, they are seriously the thickest, most luxurious towels you will find. Made from 100% Egyptian cotton ina super hefty 700 grams available inn 55 colors.
Tea Time
If the woman on your list loves tea, she’ll love a pretty tea set. A perfect choice would be Teaposy Snow Dance Gift Set.
Say It With Chocolate
Sure, you can always buy her Godiva, but why not fill her stocking with more exotic chocolates? The Grand Collection from Chocolate Celeste features heavenly flavors like amaretto, key lime, chili pepper, coconut, dulce de leche, golden cinnamon, red raspberry, champagne, chai, milk chocolate parfait, need I say more?
Sleek Point and Shoot Camera
Women love to take pictures. The Casio – EXILIM 7.2MP & FUJIFILM – FinePix 7.2MP cameras fit nicely into a handbag, so she can snap away any time she wants.
Perfume
Perfume is a tricky gift. Unless you know the person really well, i suggest a different gift. However, if she’s asked for perfume or you know she’s open to trying new things, the following scents are, in my opinion, unanimously coveted:
Cleopatra EDP Tocca Beauty
Pure Poison by Dior
Vera Wang The Fragrance
Pashminas (Silk or Cashmere Shawl)
Pashmina shawls are an easy choice but definitely shows your thoughtfulness. Choose from a variety of colors, fabrics, and sizes, so she can wrap up in style and luxury any time she chooses.
Gifts For Pets
If the women on your list has a pooch, chances are the little fur ball is like a child to her. Giving her a gift for the dog will show how sensitive (and thoughtful) you are.
Gift Certificate To A Spa
This is one gift certificate that’s far from impersonal. Go to Google, type in “day spas” along with your city name, and most of the time you can order a gift certificate online.
Gift Certificate To Department Stores
When you’re buying for women you don’t know well, like a second cousin or your 14 year old niece who lives in Idaho, a gift certificate to a large department store is great because she can shop for whatever she wants. Women and girls like clothes and since they are so hard to buy for someone else, a gift certificate covers your bases. It also gives her something to look forward to after all of the other presents are opened.
What’s your great gift idea?
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