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Acrylic is a special kind of material that is used to print photographs and other images. One of the reasons why they make such good wall art is because acrylic prints bring out colors very vividly. This ensures that they enhance your home decor. However, many people make some common mistakes when working with acrylic wall art. Here are some common mistakes to avoid if you decide to use acrylic wall art in your office or home Getting The Frame Wrong Acrylic wall art is amazing, but the good looks can be ruined by using the wrong frame. The color and material of the frame that you use really matter. This in turn will change depending on the type of wall art, the colors it has and even where you want to place the wall art. If you are not sure about what kind of wall art frame to use,[...]

If you are a new parent, your baby's first year will undoubtedly be marked by hundreds if not thousands of pictures. What better way to keep the best of the best together than in a Baby's First Year Photo Album? But which pictures should you choose? That's a tough question. Here we’re going to talk about some of the best moments to make sure you capture (in a picture) and then include it in your photo book. After that, we'll introduce you to a site that lets you put together your own book with easy-to-follow prompts. Creating a photo album has never been simpler or faster. Now let's get down to business – which moments should you be sure to capture for your baby's first year photo album? The First 48 In addition to being a cop show, this is one of the most important times of your baby's life.[...]

Diapers, rattles, bibs, onesies, bottle warmers, the list goes on and on of age-old, boring baby gifts. Not that they aren't given with love, it's just that they’re the same old-same old. However, giving the gift of a baby shower book will be appreciated by the mom-to-be, rest assured. A gift like this can be as personalized or as generic as you'd like it to be. The choice is yours. You know who the gift is going to and you’re putting the book together. You'll know the kind of voice you want for the book: Sentimental, humorous, serious, silly, fun, etc. Location for Writing If you're including a gift message with your baby shower book, not only what you say will be important, but to make it truly memorable, you want to give some thought as to how it will be incorporated into the project. Inside of the book's cover[...]

Which are preferable, acrylic prints or canvas prints? Those that wish to transform their photos so they become wall art will have to choose between the two. Both acrylic and canvas have advantages, but below are some recommendations which will let you know which is best for specific scenarios. What are Acrylic Prints? Acrylic prints are a premium form of wall art. As such they tend to cost more, but you’ll receive true luxury which is worth it. The photo will be showcased in back of a three millimeter thickened panel which has pristine acrylic glass. The prints are usually sold with a design that is borderless which exposes its polished edges so they’re totally visible. Glossy acrylic surfaces are popular because they will project reflections over the image which produces a shimmering magical effect. What are Canvas Prints? Canvas material tends to be supple yet tough and is printed[...]

Some people are perfectly happy with taking pictures on their phone, iPad, or camera. Some individuals, who fancy themselves quite the photographer, rely on either old-school or new age cameras. Still others, however, who don't feel like they could take a perfectly focused picture, leave it to a professional photographer and a newborn photo shoot. If you have a newborn in your home, you'll likely want lots of pictures and to put together a photo album. The memories you create with your baby will be captured forever that way. But for the birth announcement and maybe for that place of honor on your desktop, you might decide you want a professional to take a truly incredible shot. How do you pick the best photographer? Ask About Pricing Before you make a final decision, you want to be sure to consider your budget. Make sure there aren’t going to be any[...]

Most guest books for funeral are conventional and record information such as names and perhaps a short passage. But below are seven unique ideas that can transform your guest book into something truly special that your family will cherish for generations to come. Heart Framed Guest Book This type of guest book consists of heart tags which friends and loved ones will sign then place within a drop box rather than signing a standard guestbook. It results in a wonderful keepsake which can be hung inside the home so that you can remember all the people that demonstrated their support and love. Thumbnail Guest Book Perhaps one of the most popular and precious guest books is a thumbnail manuscript. It differs from traditional guest books since it involves gathering the thumb prints of friends and loved ones which can then be placed within a scrapbook. Every attendee can also include[...]