Free means FREE! These downloads are yours at no cost. You're free to print, use, share, distribute, and enjoy as you wish. You have my permission. 
Grid Journaling CardThis 3x4 card is neutral and flexible for any of your Project Life, memory-keeping, or crafting projects.
Personal YearbookUse these page templates to create a memorable month-by-month book with school children.
SimplifyThis is a timely reminder for women of our day. This 4x6 quote is ready to print + share.
Everyday Note CardsBased on the 2012 Project Life designs, these little note cards are versatile to use for any occasion... or just because.
Gratitude printThis quote reminds us to stay focused on what Christmas is all about. Available in 4 print sizes.
Be Merry & BrightThis cheerful reminder of simple wisdom is available in 4 print sizes. Put in a frame for holiday decor or pass along as a gift.
You Get What You GetWherever you use the print, may it always be a reminder to keep your chin up, try new things, and have a positive attitude about it all.
Purpose of the Task
Print this significant reminder that keeps everything in perspective and encourages us to put relationships before to-do's.
Love One Another
Just in time for Valentines, but absolutely appropriate throughout the entire year, this message of love is a wonderful and important reminder.
Breathe printSometimes we need the reminder to step back, take a deep breath, and clear our mind so we can go back to our day.
Home is ComfortFrame this small print as a lovely addition to your home or as a housewarming gift.
Baby Sleeping SignGot a little napper at home? Print this 4x6 sign to put by your doorbell. Protect the zzzz's. And to protect the print from weather, laminate it.
Doors of TallinnWhile visiting the beautiful city of Tallinn, Estonia (June 2010) I found myself photographing every cool door as we walked around the cobblestone streets. This is the collection of those doors, ready to print and available in 3 sizes.
Weekly Shopping ListMy personal shopping list template. Print, cut in half, and use on a weekly basis.
Baby Feet ImagesNeed some sweet baby toes to add to a baby shower invite or baby announcement? These are some shots I've taken and you're welcome to use them if they work for your project. Or simply print and frame an image if you really have a thing for baby toes.
Spray-painting TipsNew to spray-painting for home decor? Some helpful tips I've learned along the way.
Adult Life StoryThis personal history project was originally designed for adults at church. Print, cut each page in half, 3-hole punch the left side of all the pages, and place in a 3-ring "pint size" binder. For pages that don't apply, just leave them out.
Teen Life StoryThis personal history project was originally designed for teens at church. Print, cut each page in half, 3-hole punch the left side of all the pages, and place in a 3-ring "pint size" binder. For pages that don't apply, just leave them out.
2011 Holiday Cards
Want to print and send tangible cards through the postal system? Or do you want to share your card via email, your family blog, or Facebook? No matter your preference, we've got you covered.
My handwritten fonts
Love One AnotherJust in time for Valentines, but absolutely appropriate throughout the entire year, this message of love is a wonderful and important reminder. Available in 4 different sizes, you can save the image(s) to your computer and upload to your favorite photo printing company. Place a print in a picture frame or distribute several as Valentines.  Choose from 2 designs in 4 different sizes. Or download them all!
Featured: Free Holiday CardsSo what's the plan for your holiday greetings this year? Want to print and send tangible cards through the postal system? Or do you want to share your card via email, your family blog, or Facebook? No matter your preference, we've got you covered.New DesignsHere are 5 new designs to choose from, each design created by a different designer, and each available in 3 sizes -- 4" x 6", 5" x 7", and 6" x 7.5". 
TipThe 6" x 7.5" is Costco's greeting card size. The cool thing is that they let you upload your own JPG for that size... and... they'll provide the envelopes as well. Disclaimer: I strongly recommend you verify this with your local Costco before placing an order. (My local Costco said, "Absolutely!" but I have yet to try it out personally.) TipAs with any cards, be sure to start with your envelope size. If you choose a card size and print all the cards without knowing for sure that you can get an envelope that will be a perfect fit, you may be shooting yourself in the foot. Get your envelopes first. Instructions
TipMost digital printing services offer the option to include a thin border on your print. A clean, white border would compliment any of these designs really well. TipFeel like a decorated photo card just isn't enough? Here are some suggestions for what else you could include as you re-connect with friends & family this holiday season.
About The DesignsIn late October I ran a contest on my blog, calling for anyone who knew anything about graphic design to submit cool holiday card designs. These were the chosen favorites. I am pleased to share them with you, in hopes that this will help simplify the holidays in some small way this year. Featured Designers
Featured: Free Holiday CardsSo what's the plan for your holiday greetings this year? Want to print and send tangible cards through the postal system? Or do you want to share your card via email, your family blog, or Facebook? No matter your preference, we've got you covered.
TipThe 6" x 7.5" is Costco's greeting card size. The cool thing is that they let you upload your own JPG for that size... and... they'll provide the envelopes as well. Disclaimer: I strongly recommend you verify this with your local Costco before placing an order. TipAs with any cards, be sure to start with your envelope size. If you choose a card size and print all the cards without knowing for sure that you can get an envelope that will be a perfect fit, you may be shooting yourself in the foot. Get your envelopes first. Instructions
TipMost digital printing services offer the option to include a thin border on your print. A clean, white border would compliment any of these designs really well. TipFeel like a decorated photo card just isn't enough? Here are some suggestions for what else you could include as you re-connect with friends & family this holiday season.
Featured DesignersThese are the wonderful designers that created these holiday card templates.
You Get What You GetThis reminder is applicable across the big board of life. Put this in your kitchen area to remind your kids to not be picky. Have it on your desk as a reminder to keep on keepin' on, even when you're not loving the next item on your to-do list. Wherever you use the print, may it always be a reminder to keep your chin up, try new things, and have a positive attitude about it all.  Choose from 3 colors in 5 different sizes. Or download them all!
Featured: Project Life Binder LabelsDoing Project Life in 2012? Have past Project Life albums? Enjoy these free labels that are a perfect fit for the Project Life Binders. You can print + add your handwriting or you can open the JPG in your favorite photo editing software to add your typed title or notes. Print the 4x6 image, trim, and insert in the label holder on the binder's spine. This size is also great for the We R Memory Keepers albums. 
Card design by Lori Whitlock; Sample finished by Deb Duty. Personal Yearbook
DescriptionThis is an ongoing project designed for students to complete themselves – no matter if they're in public, private, or home school. This will work with children as young as preschool and can even be used for older kids. The end result is a very basic month-by-month look at their journey and growth in a single school year. Why?I believe in teaching children that recording their personal history is important and fun and valuable. Highlighting their own handwriting and art and pictures in a format like this can really boost a child's self-esteem. This isn't the type of project that ends up in the garbage. Volunteering to help kids complete this is a great way to get in the classroom with your child and serve your community. 
Getting started
What you need
On a monthly basis1. PHOTOGRAPH. Go into the classroom sometime early-ish in the month to do the photographing. Snap a picture of each child doing the same general activity that will fit with that month's layout theme/topic. Be sure the pictures of each child are all the same orientation (either they're all horizontal or they're all vertical). This generally takes me about 15-20 minutes. 2. PRINT PHOTOS. Give yourself enough time to print the pictures -- one per child -- with your favorite local printer or online service. The prints will all be standard 4" x 6" prints. 3. PRINT PAGES & GATHER SUPPLIES. Using the download provided here, print however many pages (both left and right sides) you need. Gather what you need to bring supplies into the classroom. 4. GO BACK TO THE CLASSROOM. Go into the classroom again later in the month to do that month's layout. Bring the following for each child: 2 printed sheets (left page & right page), their individual photo, and already-cut strips of patterned paper*. 5. GUIDE THEM. Guide the children, step-by-step, in creating their layout. They have 4 steps:
*Note about the patterned paper: This is optional. Bring paper that will help enhance that month's theme, already cut into 2" x 8.5" strips (each child needs 2 strips for 2 pages). This will cover the top 2" of each page. Or if you don't bring in paper, they would just color in the simple pattern provided in the page design. 
Title PageThis should be done in the first month of the school year so as to get the child's signature. They'll write their signature again at the end of the year on that same page. In the younger grades, there is often a big improvement in the then-and-now for handwriting. As for the 4" x 6" photo, that can be whatever you want. A fun headshot you take or the official school portrait would be a natural fit for a title page. Most importantlyHave fun with this project. Enjoy getting to know your child's classmates. Find joy in serving. Help the kids feel what you feel about personal history and personal expression through art and writing. |
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