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Thursday, July 7, 2011
Hi Shabby Shoppe friends… Kylie here! :o) Hope everyone has had a wonderful week so far! Today on the blog, I’m sharing this month’s brand new Template Challenge. Time to say hello to challenge number FOURTEEN!! We’re sure you’ll be inspired to create gorgeous page after gorgeous page with this charming little template …definitely a new fave of mine!
To download…CLICK HERE (or simply click the preview image below)!
It’s been quite a while since we presented a template with a pretty scalloped circular photo frame (and such a large one at that!)…and, as the saying goes: ‘a change’ really is ‘as good as a holiday’, right?! Well… it is VACATION TIME after all… so this fresh-cut template fits in ever-so nicely with that very sentiment, don’t you think?! ;o) We really hope you enjoy this latest challenge and have lots of fun scrapping with it… it’s all yours, so – GO FOR IT!!
Now, before we get to all the gorgeous inspiration… let’s go over the GUIDELINES for our template challenges here at the Shoppe?!
The ‘deadline’ for this challenge is JULY 31st :o) We will announce the template challenge winner on August 4th, when we share Template Challenge FIFTEEN! As you probably know, we now announce the winner on the same day we debut a new template challenge. The ‘winner’ of the challenge will receive a $25 gift card to the Shabby Shoppe! Please note that for our template challenges… we select the ‘winner’ randomly – so everyone has a chance to win… beginners and experienced scrappers! It’s a great way to jump in and give digi scrapping (and templates) a try :o)
In order to be entered into the template challenge – you must post your layout in the Shabby Shoppe’s gallery (in the SHOPPE BLOG CHALLENGES gallery) and then post a comment HERE at our blog (on this post only) with a link to your layout in our gallery. This will enter you into the challenge :o) Please keep in mind that all layouts must contain at least 75% SP product (purchased or free). To be eligible for the challenge – you must scrap with the easy-as-pie layered template!
We also have several fun ways for you to obtain ‘EXTRA’ entries to the challenge (please note that in order to qualify for any EXTRA entries – you must first complete a layout with our easy-as-pie template and submit that to our gallery and blog) :o)
- For an extra entry, leave a SEPARATE comment letting us know that you have one of our blinkies (available by clicking on the blinkies link in the sidebar) either on your blog or in all of your forum signatures (be sure to include a link to your blog or signature in your post).
- For an extra entry, leave a SEPARATE comment letting us know that you have facebooked or twittered about our template challenge (don’t forget to include the link in your post).
- For an extra entry, leave a SEPARATE comment letting us know that you have blogged about our template challenge (again, be sure to add your blog link to your post).
So, that means that you have the possibility of entering the challenge up to 4 times! Just be sure each entry is a separate comment, as we will be using a random number generator to choose the winner. Be sure to get your entries in by MIDNIGHT (eastern time) on JULY 31st, and again…the winner will be announced in early August (the 4th to be exact)!
So again…here is your newest Easy-As-Pie Layered Template! <–click this to download OR click the preview image at the top of this post :o)
Your download includes:
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12×12 Layered psd template with drop shadows (you can opt to turn them off or use your own)
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12×12 Layered TIFF template with drop shadows
In the event this is your first time scrapping with a layered template – SP has created a quick and simple tutorial on how to use our Easy-As-Pie templates in PSE and PS. You can find it HERE. We’ve tried to cover the basics, but if you have any questions, please let us know and one of the Shabby Team Members will do their best to answer it.
With the business part out of the way…HERE is the FUN part of the post – some inspiration! And, I was so excited when I first laid eyes on SP’s version of the new template… I just HAD to share it with you first! A summer vacation page bursting with inspiration! It’s fabulous, fun and just screams SUMMER in all its deliciousness!
I love playing with a layered template – and, more often than not, I play over and over again! ;o) It’s my little blank-‘ish’ canvas and I can’t help but dream up different looks and feels for each new photograph I scrap. I did two layouts using the template, but this is my favorite!!
Next we have the lovely Anna and her heavenly page! The photo is full of sweetness and light and all that gorgeousness if reflected in Anna’s beautiful scrapping!
Here is a very special page from our super-talented Beckie. Isn’t it absolutely enchanting!! Loving the rectangular photo and that amazing title!
And last but not least, beautiful Mariquita has turned the template into a summer masterpiece as well! Her page is a JOY to look at… pure happiness!
{ Remember to link up to this post only to enter template challenge FOURTEEN }
And, now, what you’ve no doubt being waiting… with much anticipation… for!!! – it is my privilege to announce the winner of TEMPLATE CHALLENGE THIRTEEN! This time, the ‘lucky’ number was 21… and that means that be2be’s TOGETHER layout was selected! :o) How CUTE is her little Winston?!! CONGRATULATIONS, be2be!! You should have received a $25 gift card to the Shabby Shoppe in your email box (be sure to check spam folders) this morning…have fun shoppe-ing and thanks for joining in the challenge fun! And, as always…a huge THANKS to everyone who participated in the last template challenge. We’re thrilled that you did!
That’s it for today :o) I’ll be back with something YUMMY for you tomorrow – see you then!
Free (not desktops), Template Challenges, Uncategorized 73 Comments
Aug 03, 2011 @ 17:27:06
I can’t upload my layout, what can I do?
Aug 03, 2011 @ 22:04:53
Hi Sandra! :o)
When people have issues uploading their layouts it’s usually due to file size. I always make sure mine are under 200KB. If that is not the problem please let us know and we’ll do our best to help out. :o)
Also…just wanted to let you know that the deadline for Challenge 14 was 31st of July. But please continue to upload your layout in the gallery as we’d all LOVE to see how you scrapped it!! And the NEW CHALLENGE will be released on the blog very early Thurs morning US eastern time…so not long to go now!!
Aug 04, 2011 @ 11:58:48
Thank you Kylie! That’s it, I’ve uploaded my layout ;)
Aug 03, 2011 @ 12:33:25
So awesome!!! Thanks so much!
Jul 31, 2011 @ 21:43:20
Red shoes on my blog with your blinkie.
http://jentrueblue.blogspot.com/2011/07/little-red-shoes.html?zx=a401c5f2c9e75d76
I really liked Challenge #14!
Jul 31, 2011 @ 21:15:23
I almost forgot to link my entry! LOVE the challenges!
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31435&title=bc14-july-4th-2011&cat=856
Jul 31, 2011 @ 00:33:47
Thank you so much! I have never been a big template user because I felt like I couldn’t think beyond the layout itself… not so with yours! I loved how easily this came together and still looks good :) Here is my post http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31573&title=the-ball&cat=856
Jul 31, 2011 @ 00:09:01
I blogged about it:
http://stephieree80.blogspot.com/2011/07/joy.html
Jul 30, 2011 @ 23:37:30
I also have your blinkie on my blog!
Jul 30, 2011 @ 23:36:49
Here is my LO:http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31572&title=you-are-such-a-joy&cat=856
Thanks for a great challenge!
Jul 30, 2011 @ 22:53:19
It’s Winston again!
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31571&title=soulful-mohawk&cat=856
Jul 30, 2011 @ 21:13:49
Link to facebook post:
http://www.facebook.com/notes/jennifer-sherman-lowe/shabby-princess-template-challenge/10150385591016959
Jul 30, 2011 @ 20:44:13
Here is the link to my completed post in the gallery:
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31570&title=safety-first-template-challenge-14&cat=856
Jul 30, 2011 @ 18:33:25
Help! This is my first time every trying to post in the gallery. I have uploaded it (twice) and it says that it was successful and yet it doesn’t show up in the gallery or under myphotos. Am I doing something wrong? Does it just take a while to show up? Any help would be appreciated! Thanks :)
Jul 30, 2011 @ 20:41:59
The same thing happened to me. I emailed tech support and they said it was because of file size which is limited to 2 mb. I resized my image to 600 x 600 pixels and it worked.
Jul 31, 2011 @ 00:31:34
thanks so much Jen! It worked this time :)
Jul 30, 2011 @ 18:13:49
almost a last minute entry!! I am so glad you are willing to do these challenges (with free templates!) – it makes me try things I wouldn’t otherwise try, and makes me sit down and do it, when I otherwise would procrastinate!! so thanks, and here is my link http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31569&nocache=1
Jul 30, 2011 @ 05:35:12
http://ridgewayfun.blogspot.com/2011/07/shabby-princess-template-challenge-14.html
Blogged about the Template Challenge for an extra entry!
Jul 30, 2011 @ 05:25:10
http://ridgewayfun.blogspot.com/
My blog has a blinkie for an added entry!
Jul 30, 2011 @ 05:24:18
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31568&title=template-14-blog-challengethanksgiving&cat=856
My link to my entry. So fun to work with templates. Love these!
Jul 29, 2011 @ 22:16:56
This is such a beautiful layout and was so much fun to work with! It was perfect for this picture of Kenton!
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31564&title=look-of-innocence&cat=856
Jul 29, 2011 @ 20:24:42
I love these template challenges. I get a fabulous free template and a chance to win something and I get another layout done.
Here is mine:
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31515&title=first-grade26amp-3b-phenomenal&cat=all
Jul 27, 2011 @ 18:47:27
Love these challenges: http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31559&title=challenge-14jump26amp-3b-splash&cat=856
Jul 27, 2011 @ 00:41:14
Love this template i will use this over again! Thank you!
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31539&title=maddie-and-daddy&cat=856
Jul 26, 2011 @ 15:17:25
I blogged about this challenge! http://cullumbercreations.blogspot.com/2011/07/template-challenge-14.html
Jul 26, 2011 @ 15:08:20
Here’s my entry! http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31552&title=beautiful-girls&cat=856 Thank you!
Jul 25, 2011 @ 04:19:05
Here is mine. Super cute template. Thanks :)
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31540&title=4th-of-july11&cat=500
Jul 21, 2011 @ 18:48:11
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31516&title=burney-falls&cat=856
Here’s mine. I used the sharpened for web tutorial as well.
Jul 21, 2011 @ 15:15:03
Here’s my submission!
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/data/856/charlie-copy.jpg
Jul 21, 2011 @ 00:12:16
It’s on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1184796913
Jul 21, 2011 @ 00:10:20
Here is my entry: http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31510&title=farewell-elder&cat=856
Jul 20, 2011 @ 15:54:12
I couldn’t wait to do something with my “engagement” photos but didn’t know what. That’s when I stumbled upon digital scrapbooking and I’m so glad I did! Here’s my first ever page! http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31508&title=love&cat=856
Jul 20, 2011 @ 13:11:30
I blogged about the challenge here
http://thekrisherfamily.blogspot.com/2011/07/shabby-shoppe-challenge.html
Thanks!!
Jul 20, 2011 @ 13:04:24
I added your blinkie here
http://thekrisherfamily.blogspot.com/
Thanks!
Jul 20, 2011 @ 13:01:19
Very fun! Here is my post in the gallery
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31506&title=brothersjuly-2011&cat=856
Jul 19, 2011 @ 14:43:18
Thanks so much for the template. This is my second page, I’m still trying to learn. You can see it here
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31499&title=veils&cat=856
Jul 17, 2011 @ 15:13:26
Here is my second spread using this template. Thanks so much for the awesome inspiration!
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31494&title=easter-blessings&cat=856
Jul 15, 2011 @ 16:28:08
So visually pleasing as it includes that lovely ovals shape and embellished frame. Thank you for this template download.
Jul 15, 2011 @ 16:07:58
I also blogged about the challenge here.
Jul 15, 2011 @ 16:05:09
This challenge & the freebies turned me from someone who was thinking about digital scrapbooking into someone who actually did it. Here is my entry.
Jul 15, 2011 @ 00:09:09
Awesome template. I knew once I took these pictures that this template would work. I actually did two coordinating pages. Here’s the one for the challenge
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31479&title=2011-swim-team-p1&cat=all
Here’s the other if you want to see it
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31478&title=swim-team-2011page-2&cat=500
Thanks for the challenge!
Jul 14, 2011 @ 23:52:06
Had fun with the template. Thanks so much!
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31476&title=hangin-27-out&cat=856
Jul 14, 2011 @ 19:00:34
Here’s my post on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=249949818350760&set=a.203896652956077.55667.100000072327607&type=1&theater
Jul 14, 2011 @ 18:51:28
Love the new template, here my upload:
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31474&nocache=1
Jul 14, 2011 @ 11:09:35
Shared on twitter http://twitter.com/#!/chocochocochics/status/91509318171639809
Jul 14, 2011 @ 08:44:36
My first template challenge here
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31473&title=madde-27s-new-hat&cat=856
It is a wonderful template
Jul 14, 2011 @ 04:45:33
This is my first attempt at digital scrapping. I loved the template and found it really helpful as I am still learning!
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31468&title=greece&cat=856
Jul 12, 2011 @ 21:36:58
I hope this isn’t a double post. Bunch of firsts here for me. Just uploaded my pic of the template challenge – once I figured out how to get rid of the text! So I apologize to whomever I emailed after being totally frustrated this afternoon. Please be gentle with me I’m still learning. So here’s the link to my page. Hope I did everything right.
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31463&title=long-27s-park&cat=856
Jul 12, 2011 @ 21:29:37
My first upload here. I’m learning as I go. I just purchased Summer Cottage and wanted to play with it. What better way than with your free template in the challenge. Here’s my link. Hope I did everything right.
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31463&title=long-27s-park&cat=856
Setting the Bar: A Challenge « Blog Archive « Scrappy Beginner
Jul 12, 2011 @ 12:38:51
[...] this image is borrowed from the Shabby Shoppe Blog and represents the inspiration for their current contest. I figured that with their freebie kits and a template, I could stick my toe in the water. It was [...]
Jul 12, 2011 @ 06:11:54
Thanks a lot for this wonderful template! Love it! Here’s mine http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31449&title=enchanted&cat=856
Jul 12, 2011 @ 00:30:30
I really enjoyed working with this template and loved how my layout turned out. I’m still learning, so templates definitely help! Here is my layout:
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/data/856/medium/Mother-Dearest-web.jpg
Jul 12, 2011 @ 00:39:07
Had the link wrong (told ya I was still learning :) ).
Here is the right link:
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31448&title=mama-dearest&cat=856
Everyone Remembers Their First Time… « Blog Archive « Scrappy Beginner
Jul 11, 2011 @ 18:24:15
[...] is the image that spoke to me for my first page. While this is unlikely to be my entry into my first challenge, I am a huge fan of this [...]
Jul 11, 2011 @ 09:45:20
Thanks for the template. This is a great layout for one feature picture, however, I had two I wanted to show, so I modified slightly. Here’s my link.
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31440&title=soccer-mom&cat=856
Jul 11, 2011 @ 00:49:21
Thanks for the fun template! http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31439&title=beach232&cat=all
Jul 09, 2011 @ 17:16:38
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showgallery.php?cat=856
I loved this template. So easy to use several coordinating papers at once. I basically just tipped it, flipped it, and filled it in! too easy! thanks.
Jul 09, 2011 @ 12:01:46
Put a cute Blinky on my blog http://tyandnanndalton.blogspot.com/
Jul 09, 2011 @ 03:48:45
Thanks for the fun template. I had fun playing… here is mine
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31420&nocache=1
Jul 08, 2011 @ 18:57:28
This is my first time entering the template challenge – I’m really new to digital scrapbooking, so it was a great way to learn how to use a template. Mine is “Expecting #7″ and here is the link to it in the gallery: http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31415&title=expecting237&cat=856
Jul 08, 2011 @ 17:58:03
This is my first time posting to a gallery and entering a challenge! Love this template…easy to use! I love the Shabby Princess!
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31413&title=maddie-in-may&cat=856
Jul 08, 2011 @ 17:52:08
My layout entitled “Love That Girl” can be found in the gallery here:
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31414&title=love-this-girl&cat=856
Thanks so much for the opportunity to win!
Jul 08, 2011 @ 11:57:30
I love when your templates are a bit different from my usual scrapping style so I keep trying new things. :) Thanks!
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31408&title=28-years&cat=all
Jul 07, 2011 @ 23:29:47
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31407&title=little-princess&cat=856
I love this new template! It was so much fun to use!
Jul 07, 2011 @ 22:58:43
My first time using a template! How quick and easy!! Love your generosity of giving us this fun tool to sample!!!
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31395&title=sweet16-anniversary&cat=856
Jul 07, 2011 @ 21:35:01
So much fun to have a new template to play with! Here’s mine
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31405&title=boy-in-a-basket&cat=856
Jul 07, 2011 @ 16:57:15
Thanks for the amazing template!!! I loved working with it!!! ;). Amazing blogpost and gorgeous layouts!!! Congrats to the winner of template 13th!!!! it’s beautiful!!!! ;) Hugs & kisses with love, Mariquita
Jul 07, 2011 @ 16:55:45
And here’s my post in the gallery! http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=31399&title=summer-love&cat=856
I love these template challanges! I love tweaking the template and making it my own, but I especially love seeing everyone else ideas!
Jul 07, 2011 @ 16:54:56
I love this new template! Here’s my post on FB https://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=logo#!/aowens127
Jul 07, 2011 @ 15:45:22
SP – I can’t wait until you upload your layout to the gallery because I just LOVE it and want to tell you how completely gorgeous it is! I admire everything you create! You are THE BEST!!!
Jul 07, 2011 @ 11:43:00
Thank you for the template! Can I ask what kit SP used for her layout? It’s awesome!!
Jul 07, 2011 @ 14:22:35
oh thanks so much, Patty :o) and, i worked with lots of different products on my layout (i never can seem to stick to just one, lol) – including, the DARLING paper collection, HOPSCOTCH, GIGGLE BOX, and a couple of our ADDITIONS (sandbox and hopscotch) :o) there might be bits and pieces from others…but i think that pretty much covers it! i hope that helps, at least a little! THANKS AGAIN! –SP
Jul 07, 2011 @ 11:14:46
Thank you, the large circular frame looks fantastic.