My first attempt... Bless you kind folks!

[VillageJen]

Yesterday I discovered something called Digital Scrapbooking (and color television!) and it was gently pointed out to me that the reason I was having trouble is that my version of Paint Shop Pro was purchased just after Nixon resigned.

I promptly downloaded the latest edition and sat at my desk in tears because I was absolutely certain that I would never, ever learn how to use it. So many of you gave me encouragement and I really appreciate it.

I'm a visual learner so I purchased some video tutorials which have been enormously helpful. And WOWEE, the things that PSP can do now! I've discovered LAYERS, people! Can you imagine working without layers?? That's been me.

I've still got a looooong way to go but just yesterday I was wondering why my PNGs weren't transparent in PSP 5 (hangs head) Evidence:



And today I used these beautiful elements by Jenn Barrette and followed along with a video tutorial. It's nothing like you amazing ladies can create but I am just so excited to have discovered layers. You can edit them individually later! Revolutionary! (Edited to fit screen)