I've got something special for you today...a chance to win a $25 gift card. Keep reading to find out how. It was a great day. I'm feeling better. There's no place like home. And no better friends than my fellow tasra365-ers. So I'm giving away two $25 gift cards to my OpenSky shop. I've just opened it up with my first photography product, a great reflector. It's already filled with creative … [Read more...]
If you asked me what I did today, that's what I would tell you. I created a short film. Or at least was an integral part of the creation. I came up with the concept, set up the background, starred in it, and then left the editing to the experts. The result? A short film that introduces me and my blog. It's a fun little piece that was inspired by a challenge (hmm, I'm realizing I just said … [Read more...]
New feature: 365 Tweeps on tasra365. Let's follow and encourage one another on this journey! One of the perks of being a blogger for the last three years at Real Women Scrap is the opportunity to preview new products and share them with my readers. This last week was no exception. I was contacted by a PR rep for Martha Stewart and Ford Motors regarding their new Warriors in Pink campaign. It was … [Read more...]
Wouldn't it feel great to get your photos off the computer, out of the shoe box, and into a scrapbook? And how about finding room to breathe, time to pursue your passions, and the energy to get everything done? Now is the time. Key elements in scrapbooking, such as perspective, balance, and focus‚ make stunning pages. Now find out what you can create if you apply these elements to the rest … [Read more...]
Welcome to Real Women Scrap - the Blog that helps people get inspired to take back their time, find balance, liberate their creativity, and pursue their passions. My name is Tasra Dawson and I’m the woman behind the website, blog, book and brand. I'm a full time author, personal discovery coach, speaker, and mother. Back in 2002 I was a single mom planning a wedding, moving out of state, … [Read more...]
Are you walking the talk? Do you follow your own advice...the advice you give to friends and family members? I wonder how often we really put into practice the things we know. So much of what we do is habitual and without intention, but it's amazing how our lives change when we focus, simplify and act on what we know. This past week has been a perfect example of that for me. One week ago, we … [Read more...]
Congratulations on being named Time Magazine's Person of the Year. I can't believe you didn't tell me! What? You mean, you didn't know? For those of you who didn't already know, Time Magazine named "YOU" the 2006 Person of the Year due to the growing popularity of online video sharing on sites like YouTube and Google Video. This is where YOU come in and have the opportunity to earn two free … [Read more...]
Do you love preserving your family's history, the big and small moments? Like the time your daughter said that really cute thing...what was it that she said? Or the time your son decided to try on Dad's shoes...how old was he when he did that? Remember when your friend sent you that hilarious e-card...how did that punch line go? Keep the Memories Alive Ever find yourself remembering moments, … [Read more...]
Based on the survey results, 77% of our blog readers think tribute albums are the way to go. So, that's what I'm going to do for the TV spot next week. Thanks for all who voted! The 4-minute segment on NBC 11 is live and will include a project demonstration. Obviously with such a short time frame I can't make a whole album. But I can walk viewers through the steps involved in creating a tribute … [Read more...]
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PUBLICATIONS Top 100 Wordpress Article: Stepping Into the Frame on PhotoFocus Featured Photographer on Darren Rowse's Digital Photography School Featured Writer on 5 Minutes for Mom for Photography and … [Read More...]
I am not a sales person and actually am trying to overcome a particular disdain for anything that smacks of overt selling. I do however like to talk and write about products, services, and people that I like and love. … [Read More...]
Welcome to the new home of Real Women Scrap - the book and blog that helps people get inspired to take back their time, find balance, liberate their creativity, and pursue their passions. My name is Tasra Dawson and I’m the woman behind … [Read More...]
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