Welcome!

Digital storybooking/ scrapbooking is the prefect way to preserve your family stories and photos. Easy, fun and mess free! You may start a project from scratch or select a template from the 4000+ templates located in our Template Gallery to help get you started. Our art selection will definately make you smile, for we have over 45,000 pieces of art including papers, frames, elements, word art, etc.!

I would love to hear from you! What projects are you working on? What do YOU want to see in my blog? Below each article you will find a "comment" option. Feel free to enter your comments on that article and to communicate with other heritage makers. And as always, know you can call or email me at anytime.

I would be honored to serve as your Personal Publishing Consultant and help you get started preserving your stories and photos in archive quality bound books so they may be enjoyed for many generations to come.

Contact me today!

phone: (580) 327-7027
web: http://www.preservingmyfamilystories.com/
email: joretta@preservingmyfamilystories.com


Monday, May 25, 2009

Free Online Classes - June

Introduction to Studio Webinars
Learn the basics of Heritage Makers Studio program.

Monday, June 1, 2009 at 6:00 p.m.–6:45 p.m. CDT
Wednesday, June 3, 2009 at 6:00 p.m.–6:45 p.m. CDT
Monday, June 8, 2009 at 6:00 p.m.–6:45 p.m. CDT
Wednesday, June 10, 2009 at 6:00 p.m.–6:45 p.m. CDT
Monday, June 15, 2009 at 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM CDT
Wednesday, June 17, 2009 at 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM CDT
Monday, June 22, 2009 at 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM CDT
Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM CDT
Monday, June 29, 2009 at 6:00 PM -6:45 PM CDT
Wednesday, July 1, 2009 at 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM CDT

Intermediate Studio Webinars
Learn about extra features such as “My Projects” and “My Favorites.”

Tuesday, June 2, 2009 at 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. CDT
Thursday June 4, 200at 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. CDT
Tuesday, June 9, 2009 at 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. CDT
Thursday June 11, 2009 at 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. CDT
Tuesday, June 16, 2009 at 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT
Thursday, June 18, 2009 at 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT
Tuesday, June 23, 2009 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT
Thursday, June 25, 2009 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT

Studio 2.0 Master Classes
Learn from studio experts about new and great techniques for making beautiful pages.

Thursday, June 11, 2009 8:00 PM CDT Topic: Scraplifting Duo – Demonstrating four ways to scraplift. Click here to register.

Thursday, June 25, 2009 8:00 PM CDT Topic: Heritage Makers presents a first look at Studio 3.0 Click here to register.

Pick of the Month - June


Specials expire June 30, 2009.
Now is the time to publish that family yearbook, your wedding album, your mother’s story, and the big events in your life.

Home Decor Idea



Create Acrylic Photo Cubes using Individual Pages
(12x12, 8x8, 8.5x11)!
You can find fun acrylic cubes for about $3 at Walmart, Hobby Lobby or other craft stores. In the samples above, Heidi used a 12x12 page and visually divided it into 9 sections. She then combined art and photos within each section that followed the chosen theme. Heritage Makers then printed her page and mailed it directly to her. She then cut the sections apart (a paper cutter helps ensure straight cut). To assemble her project, she justed pulled the cube apart, removed the paper box, then placed an art section on each side of the paper box using a small bit of glue or removable tape. Reassemble the cube and display!


Display on the table of a wedding or baby shower
Display your values like honesty and trust in each section
Place your personal or business goals within each section and display them on your desk.

I'm Working On...




12x12 Individual Page

Art: Sassy's Stardust & Cinnamon (New in June)




8x8 Individual Page
Art: Halli Collection (New in June)










7x5 Invitation
Art: 4th of July Collection

Studio Tip

Make Circles and Ovals from Papers and Photos

















Drag your paper or photo onto your page, then click on it. Go to your Tool Box and move the Round Corner slider or toggle until your image reaches the desired appearance (Note: to save time, you can just type in 1000 & hit enter). One important note is your photo or paper has to start as a square to get a circle and as a rectangle to get an oval.

Two ideas for creating a square photo:
1) Put a square shape or any paper onto your page, lock the image, then just swap your photo into it. Adjust your crop area if needed before rounding. (Note: all paper/cardstock is a 12x12 square)
2) Place your photo on the page and then use the crop tool to create a square. You might want to use the Ruler to help ensure a perfect square.

Thursday, May 21, 2009

Father's Day Inspiration & Quotes


What Makes A Dad
Author Unknown

God took the strength of a mountain,
The majesty of a tree,
The warmth of a summer sun,
The calm of a quiet sea,

The generous soul of nature,
The comforting arm of night,
The wisdom of the ages,
The power of the eagle's flight,

The joy of a morning in spring,
The faith of a mustard seed,
The patience of eternity,
The depth of a family need,

Then God combined these qualities,
When there was nothing more to add,
He knew His masterpiece was complete,
And so, He called it ... Dad



Title Unknown
Author Unknown

4 years: My Daddy can do anything!
7 years: My Dad knows a lot...a whole lot.
8 years: My father does not know quite everything.
12 years: Oh well, naturally Father does not know that either.
14 years: Oh, Father? He is hopelessly old-fashioned.
21 years: Oh, that man-he is out of date!
25 years: He knows a little bit about it, but not much.
30 years: I must find out what Dad thinks about it.
35 years: Before we decide, we will get Dad's idea first.
50 years: What would Dad have thought about that?
65 years: I wish I could talk it over with Dad once more.

Coming Soon!

"10 Minute Tip" Webinars


Each presentation will ONLY be 10 minutes!

No need to travel--- you will just join the class ONLINE.

Best of all -- these webinars are FREE to my clients

Upcoming Topics:


  • Create a Heritage Home--using Heritage Makers products

  • Make your photos pop off of the page!

  • Where do I begin?

  • Creative Word Art
I will post additional details as well as a schedule very soon!

Home Decor Ideas

" Heritage Tiles"












This project is so easy to create and so very affordable! Just select your favorite photo and story then use them in your individual page design. Heritage Makers will then print your page for you on heavy stock paper and ship it directly to you. There is 3 sizes of individual pages available: 12x12, 8x8 and 8.5x11. Now just mod podge your page to a ceramic tile. These tiles are especially striking when displayed on an easel.

I have many fun, easy and affordable "Heritage" home decor ideas that I want to share with you during a "10 Minute Tips" webinar. I will have the webinar schedule posted soon so be sure to check back.

Monday, May 18, 2009

Father's Day Frenzy Sale

Father's Day is June 21st!

What gifts did you give the special
men in your life last year?

What did they do with those gifts--are they still enjoying them today or did they put them in a drawer or hang them in a closet?


This year create those special gifts that they will cherish, display and read again & again.

7x5 Storybook credit with a free 7x5 Greeting Card credit
$29.95 Normally $42

7x10 Storybook credit with a free 7x5 Greeting Card credit
$45.95 Normally $62

These Prices are ONLY available May 16 - 25
Call me by May 25the to take advantage of this GREAT sale!

Complete an meaningful Father's Day gift quickly by using predesigned templates.
It's not to late!

Saturday, May 9, 2009

The Heritage Makers Business Opportunity

Join my Team!

Back by popular demand, for the month of May the Business Kit will only be $199.95!
This is a $50 savings.

Plus, you can create your own samples. Instead of an 11.5x8.5, the Business Kit will include an 11.5x8.5 storybook credit. This is a great opportunity to make your sample books personal and unique to you.

This is the perfect time to sign up! This special pricing will end May 31, 2009.

If you want to preserve your stories and photos and help others as well, you will LOVE being a Heritage Makers Consultant....I know I do! For more information, contact me today by email or call 580-327-7027

Tuesday, May 5, 2009

Free Online Classes and Webinars

Attending FREE online classes and webinars is so easy and convenient!
Just click on the date that best fits your schedule and complete a brief registration. Attend as may classes as you want--there is not limit!

Introduction to Studio Webinars
Learn about the basics of Heritage Makers Studio program.
Monday, May 4, 2009: 6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. CDT
Wednesday, May 6, 2009: 6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. CDT
Monday, May 11, 2009: 6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. CDT
Wednesday, May 13, 2009: 6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. CDT
Monday, May 18, 2009 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM CDT
Wednesday, May 20, 2009 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM CDT
Monday, May 25, 2009 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM CDT
Wednesday, May 27, 2009 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM CDT
Monday, Jun 1, 2009 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM CDT
Wednesday, Jun 3, 2009 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM CDT

Intermediate Studio Webinars
Learn about extra features such as “My Projects and “My Favorites.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. CDT
Thursday, May 7, 2009: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. CDT
Tuesday, May 12, 2009: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. CDT
Thursday, May 14, 2009: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. CDT
Tuesday, May 19, 2009 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT
Thursday, May 21, 2009 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT

Tuesday, May 26, 2009 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT
Thursday, May 28, 2009 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT
Tuesday, Jun 2, 2009 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT

Studio 2.0 Master Classes
Learn from studio experts about new and great techniques for making beautiful pages.

Thursday, May 14th @ 8 PM CDT
Topic: Creative Cards: Expand your Studio skills and pick up great greeting card ideas
Click here to register

Thursday, May 28th at 8:00 p.m. CDT
Topic: From Good to Great: See ten tips for putting the finishing touch on any page or project.
Click here to register

For an updated schedule and list of recorded & archived classes, click here.

Have You Signed Up for Club Premier Yet?

This amazing offer expires on May 31st!




12 Months of
Premier Membership
$99.95


or

6 Months of Premier Membership
plus an 8X8 Storybook credit for
$99.95



  • Unlimited photo storage

  • Unlimited project creation and storage

  • Premier art library with over 30,000 pieces

  • New art monthly

  • Premier FREE templates gallery with hundreds of beautiful templates
Click here for more details.

This amazing offer expires on May 31st!
Call me today to place your order.

Wedding Template Package

Create the Perfect Wedding

Introducing, the perfect wedding package. Your wedding is the happiest day of your life…now, create the perfect package to capture the day. This is the package for professional looking bridal albums and keepsakes for you, your family, and your friends.

The entire package is only $299.95.
Sold separately, the package would be $425.00!

























To view the complete flyer, click here
To view the templates shown on this flyer, click here

Pick of the Month Special - May

Cookbook credit and Deck of Cards credit

$34.95 (Limit of 3)

Click here to view the complete flyer.
Expires: May 31, 2009
Note: Sales items are only available through your consultant.

Sunday, May 3, 2009

Studio Tip


Creating Eye Catching Word Art
Add a little pizzazz to any project by altering the text color and size, font style, text placement and letter spacing.


"Down in the dirt" -- Place text in multiple text boxes, then group your boxes together using different angles.
"Live Laugh Love" or "My Little Bundle of Joy"-- Outline any photo, paper edge, border, frame or object with sayings or single letters
"Beautiful"-- Place a letter inside a text box, place a border around it then place the remaining letters in a second text box. Experiment with different text colors, font styles, and letter placement.
"Good Luck" -- Create depth and draw attention to your text by using a colorful drop shadow.
"Home Sweet Home" -- Increase or decrease the space between letters using the "Letter Spacing" option located in your tool box.
"Love" -- Copy the word and paste in place. Off set the 1st and 2nd copy and then blur the back copy.
"O" "L"-- Place a word inside a letter
"Love Storybooking" -- Fill you text box with color and create a sharp contrast between the fill color and your text color.

New Premier Art - May

Father's Day Specials

Father's Day is June 21st!

Express your appreciation with a Heritage Makers greeting card and Storybook.

Little Book Package $39.95
• (1) 7x5 Storybook credit
• (1) FREE 5x7 Greeting Card credit

Big Book Package $59.95
• (1) 7x10 Storybook credit
• (1) FREE 5x7 Greeting Card credit
These Father's Day Specials expire June 21st.


This is one of my favorite Father's Day templates

HM EXCL: Father's Day
Author: Dacia Brewer
7x5 Storybook
Premier Membership Required


Click here to view this template

Father's Day Shipping Deadlines

Father's Day is only a month away! We recommend the following shipping dates to help get your storybook and other HM projects to dad in time for the big day.

Storybooks (United States)
Ground - 6/1
2nd Day - 6/5
Overnight - 6/9

All other products (United States)
Ground - 6/5
2nd Day - 6/10
Overnight - 6/12

Friday, May 1, 2009

I am working on....just click on the project to preview








7x5 Greeting Card







7x5 Greeting Card









Cookbook









12 x 12 Individual Page