Laying It All Out No. 04: Extractions with Dimension

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This digital “make and take” provides everything you need to complete the layout shown. It includes a 35-page printable pdf in which I take you step-by-step through creating the layout using the provided digital mini-kit.

If you are new to digital scrapbooking, this lesson will help you become more confident with your software and teach you many new tricks and tips for creating future layouts. Those of you with more experience will also pick up some new techniques, a great kit, and a fabulous new layout!

You will learn how to:

• use the Magnetic Lasso tool and understand its available options
• extract an image and extend it beyond a frame's boundaries
• place photos within pre-made frames and still be able to reposition and resize them
• use a border template
• cut papers using precise measurements
• resize, flip, and reposition elements
• create a custom text box
• create custom drop shadows

This lesson includes:

• A 35-page, full-color pdf with screen shots (in PS CS3) and step-by-step instructions for Photoshop and Photoshop Elements users
• Over 25 “bonus tips” throughout the lesson
• 3 papers
• 1 cluster frame
• 1 border template
• 1 jewelry tag
• 12” blanket stitch
• 4 word art labels
• (Mini-Kit contents created by Katie Pertiet or with her products.)

You will need:
Adobe Photoshop or Photoshop Elements
three photos

Difficulty:
If you know how to open your software, you can complete this lesson. I provide detailed instructions for every step, from opening the first file to saving your finished layout. File Size: 26MB