The Crafty Scribe Communiqué - Scrap Time Videos and How to View Them

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Dear Scribblers

So sad to hear that due to circumstances beyond their control, the fabulous instructional craft videos - Scrap Time will no longer be available to download via iTunes. (Here is Scrap Time's official statement - http://scraptime.ca/blogpage/?p=9710) However, do not despair! Here's how you can carry on watching:

1: Go directly to http://www.scraptime.ca/ to read the blog, and watch the videos. It's a well designed site with regular updates. 

2: Go to YouTube and search for "ScrapTimeVideos", or follow this click - http://youtu.be/oiHsJ0DjiVE (for the latest video as per uploading of this post.) If you have a google/YouTube account, you can subscribe to the channel to receive the latest videos on your 'what to watch' page. 

3: Follow @ChristineUrias on Twitter and Scrap Time on Facebook - https://m.facebook.com/ScrapTime to keep in touch and find out when the latest videos are uploaded.

4: If you mainly use the podcasts app to download your content, how about using a different app? Install a content provider, such as 'Flipboard' - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/flipboard-your-social-news/id358801284?mt=8 and add http://www.scraptime.ca/ which will automatically show you the latest post when you open the app. You can either read it there, or redirect back to Safari to read/watch the content, depending on your preference. 

(Note: I am not affiliated or linked to Scrap Time in any way. I'm offering this information because I really like the craft videos. I've been watching for over six years, and I do not want them to lose their audience. Please support Christine and continue to watch her videos, and let others know how they can, too!)

Happy Scribing!

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The Crafty Scribe Communiqué - CHA & ScrapTime iBooks Recommendation

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Dear Scribblers

Did you, like me, miss out on going to CHA last month? I'm not one of the lucky ones who has ever been, even though I would love to, but at least we get to see lots of photos from all the wonderful bloggers who attend, right?

How about going one better and seeing video? Check out Christine Urias and her crafty fact-packed video podcasts, Scrap Time. Not only has she uploaded a ton of inspiration from CHA Summer 2012, she also posts regularly to show products and techniques.

Christine has now expanded into the world of iBooks, creating crafting books on a number of subjects, including this one! CHA Summer 2012

Not only is it a full colour book jammed full of fabulous photos, its also includes lots of videos for you to watch... and it's FREE!

I enjoy watching all of Christine's videos and I've learnt so much from her, I promise you, it's worth a look.

Happy Scribing!

Just A Note:

As always, these posts are my own views.

I do not get paid or reimbursed, in any form, from any supplier mentioned.

I write about 'em, because I like 'em! ;-)

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My Favourite Things Part 4 and Project of the Day

Dear Scribblers

Do you ever find that you are in the mood of comfort food? That special little treat that picks you up when you're feeling low?

Well, I have comfort books. Just as fulfilling with none of the calories!

They are The Belgariad and The Malloreon series by David and Leigh Eddings. I've written a little about these books before, please click here to read that entry.

I first began reading these books when I was 17, after being lent Pawn of Prophecy by my boyfriend, and devoured the first five books, known collectively as The Belgariad, within a few months. The boyfriend is long gone, but the love for the books stayed with me, although I needed to buy my own copies!

Impatiently, I waited for each book of the second series, The Malloreon plus the three companion books that followed, to be published and read these with as much delight and gusto as the first. You can probably tell by how worn the books are!

So why are they my favourites? I love the characters, the fantasy setting, the plot, action and comedy. Each time I dip into them, it's like a reunion with old friends. They are my comfort books as there's no effort in reading them. I know what's ahead, I've been there with them before but I still enjoy every page turn and get as much from the next read as I did the first. 

I've read a lot of books and a lot of fantasy, even further stories by David and Leigh Eddings (who sadly are no longer with us), however no other set of books have affected me like these. I like to begin reading them again every couple of years, normally around October time, as the nights begin to draw in and the weather becomes colder, I turn to The Belgariad and find comfort in beginning my journey with my friends all over again.

Project of the Day: Please try the Project of the Day from the previous post.  Or, if you would like to try something different... 

1. Make a list of all the books that you would like to read. 
2. Create journal pages or a mini-book, adding the title of one of the books to the top of every page. 
3. As you read the books, take a photo, add the dates you began reading and finished it, and write a review. You can even include where you read the book, who you passed the book on to, photos of you reading, what stopped you from reading it. Anything that makes your experience personal to you.
4. Fill the book up as you work down your list. This helps as an incentive to finally get round and read all those books that you promised yourself, as you see the pages fill up with your comments and achievements.

Happy Scribing!

The Crafty Scribe Communiqué - Scrap Time Video Podcasts

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Dear Scribblers

Do you want to watch one of the best crafting video podcasts on the web?

Then go to: Scrap Time http://www.scraptime.ca

The host, Christine Urias, takes you on a weekly journey through the world of craft. Showing products, techniques, tools and projects in a friendly, open and informative way.

My favourite podcasts are her altered art and mini book projects, which provides great inspiration for journalling and event diaries.

Now on episode 422, Christine has developed a definite slick style which is worth checking out. Subscribe via iTunes or RSS feed.

Happy Scribing!

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Coming Soon - Part Three of Harnessing Your Alternative Computer Programmes for use in Journalling and Scrapbooking - Using Your Regular Word Processing Software in New Ways.