Wednesday Tips/Tutorials

Finding a Layer in Photoshop and Photoshop Elements

When you are working on a document with a number of layers and you want to select a certain layer, you could switch to the Move tool, hunt for, and click on the layer. But you can save time and effort when you are working with a different tool by simply pressing Ctrl Alt Click (Mac: Cmd Opt Click) on the image. The layer under the spot that you click will be automatically selected. You’ll see it highlighted in the Layers panel.

So if you are using a tool like Dodge or Burn or the Brush tool to make adjustments to several photos on a page, for example, you won’t have to change tools and search for the next photo. Just Ctrl Alt Click (Cmd Opt Click) to select it quickly and continue your adjustments.

Stars and Stripes $2

B2N2 Scraps has put "Stars and Stripes" in the $2 bin today.

Perfect for all those 4th of July photos.

Preview is linked to the store.

Here is a layout from B2N2 Scraps gallery.

It was created by sltppr. Her layout is linked to the gallery.

Stop by and leave some love.

If you missed the freebie with "Stars and Stripes" scroll down to

yesterday's post.

Enter B2N2 Scraps Giveaway and a Freebie

It's the beginning of a new week and what better way to start the week off than to share a sneak peek with all of you B2N2 fans. Be sure to check the blog on Thursday for the full reveal.

Do you like what you see? Would you like to win it to add to your stash? Here is your chance. You can leave a comment here on this post and/or DST for your chance to win. You must leave your comment before 7 pm CST Wednesday, July 4th to be eligible for the drawing.

There will be 1 winner chosen from all entries using random.org. The winner will be announced Thursday in the new release post on my blog.


Check out what will be in the $2 Tuesday bin this week at STS.
"Stars and Stripes" is linked to the store.

Here is a blog freebie for you created with "Stars and Stripes"

Preview is linked to download.

Saturday News

Meet the Team: Bren

Meet B2N2 Scraps Team Member Bren!  Bren is our Team Leader - helping to keep everyone organized and on track!

Tell us about your "real world".
I am 40 years old and proud Mom to a 2 and a half year old named Matthew who is the love of my life. I am happily married to my best friend Ian. We live in Sunny Arizona. I only work 2 days a week at Wal-Mart so I spend my days scrapping and spending time with my son.My hobbies are scrapping, swimming, and reading. 


How did you get started with scrapping?
I got started digi scrapping almost four years ago when I was over in Scotland with my husband. I continued to scrap my adventures over there and then scrapped when I was pregnant. Now the main subject of my layouts are my precious Matthew. I am sure he will be thrilled some day knowing his face is plastered all over digi land...lol 


Tell us something strange or unusual about you.
Nothing really unusual about me, just that I am VERY organized. I could not do without my Google Calendar and Documents!


Here's Bren's favorite layout using a B2N2 Scraps' kit.  She used Monkey See, Monkey Do that is a collab with Flutterbye Faery Designs. She also used Templates: Doubled Up.

Wishing for Spring

Yes, I know it's summer but spring weather would sure be nice around here.  Temp was 100 degrees today and that's just TOO HOT!  So yes, I'm wishing for spring or more likely fall.  Gettin Scrappy with Britt has a new kit out called Wishing for Spring.  I know spring was a while ago but this kit is just gorgeous and the colors could be used to scrap any photo no matter what the season!  Take a look at the kit.

Here's my layout that I created.

Wednesday Tips/Tutorials

How can I view an ABR file or brush file?

To view ABR file (brushes) in Photoshop and PSE:
Load the ABR file using these instructions:  How to load a brush in Photoshop or  How to load a brush in Photoshop Elements
Open the software and select the Brush Tool.   In the Options Bar, click the drop-down menu beside the brush to view the loaded brushes.
You can see a large thumbnail of the brush images or ABR files by clicking the right-facing arrow at the top right of the brush viewer drop-down menu.  Choose "Large Thumbnail"

ABR Viewer Software:
You can use free ABR viewing software such as the ABR Viewer Brush Viewing Software, or Brushview QL ABR Viewing Software or
Tumasoft's Preset Viewer. These programs allow you to view your brushes without opening Photoshop.  Many Photoshop users like to keep their ABR brushes filed in a designated "Brush" folder.  This makes finding and viewing the brushes easier.

Interview Me is $2 Today

This week's $2 Tuesday featured product from B2N2 Scraps is "Interview Me".

Preview is linked to product in the store.

Featured Designer, $2 Tuesday and a Freebie

Have you been checking out all the Featured Designer fun at the STS forum? This week's featured designer is B2N2 Scraps. Check out this flier to see all the fun that's going on. Click on the flier to go to the forum and join in. Hope to see you there.

This week's $2 Tuesday featured product from B2N2 Scraps is "Interview Me".

Preview is linked to product in the store.

I have a freebie for you today. It is a cluster frame created with "Interview Me".

Preview is linked to download. Don't forget to leave a little love behind if you snag it.

Sunday Rewind: Sassy

I want to give you another look at my newest kit, Sassy.  The colors are just so rich and gorgeous!  And so girly!  Take a look at Sassy, the worn paper pack and the quick pages.

Here's some more inspiration by my CT.

Don't forget that I'm the featured designer this week at Stuff to Scrap (June 22nd-28th) and  if you complete the challenge, you get Sassy for free!  The worn paper pack is the participation prize for completing the scavenger hunt.  Join me for a chat on tonight, Sunday, June 24th at 7 pm CST for a chance to win a $5 coupon to my store.  Everyone who comes will get a coupon as well!  My whole store is 40% off so go shopping while there is such a good sale going on!

And now a freebie for you made by my CT member Thao.

You can download HERE.