Getting Started

*Special Announcement*

Adobe Photoshop Elements 8 has been released, and our new Learn Digital Scrapbooking with Photoshop Elements 8 DVD-Rom is here to help you jump right in and start scrapping!

To get a teaser of what’s in the new DVD-Rom, including a peek at the exclusive new “Garden of Memories” Kit and several of the 10 scrapbooking pages we’ll be teaching you how to make, go to the PSE8 – Just Released page and scroll down to the bottom half.

However, before making decisions about ordering, you should know that our new training is bundled with PSE8 for Windows at Costco again this year. Here’s the link for ordering Photoshop Elements 8 at Costco online. It should also be available in Costco Stores around the United States and Canada.

This bundle is exclusively available at Costco. Just look for the pink sticker with “Linda Sattgast” on it. (Sorry, but there’s no bundle for the Mac version of PSE8. You can purchase the training DVD-ROM in our store, however. It covers both Windows and Macintosh.)

Does Trying To Learn Digital Scrapbooking
Make You Want To Scream?

If you’re like so many people I hear from, you’re itching to learn digital scrapbooking, but either you don’t even know where to start, or you’ve tried learning through books or searching the internet, and you’re frustrated!

If this sounds like you, I’ve got good news. . . you’re not alone! Many people struggle with Adobe Photoshop Elements or Photoshop when they’re first getting started—even people who later become designers.

You won’t believe what happened to designer Jenny Binder when she first tried digital scrapbooking. I’ll let Jenny tell you in her own words:

Does This Sound Like You?

• I’m usually pretty good at figuring out software, but I’m having trouble with Photoshop Elements (or Photoshop).
• I wanted to pick up my computer and throw it across the room!
• I see these great digital pages, but I can’t figure out how to do even some of the simple things.

Want To know A Secret?

(Shhhh! Don’t tell!) I used to be one of those frustrated people, too.

I may be Adobe’s Scrapbooking Expert now and able to teach both Adobe Photoshop and Photoshop Elements. . . but I didn’t start out that way!

You may not believe this, but only a few years ago, I was just like you. I had my hands on the single best photo editing program for scrapbookers and photographers, but I had no clue how to use it.

Just like you, I set about attempting to learn digital scrapbooking. I bought videos and books and looked online, and eventually, I DID learn digital scrapbooking, but it took me a lot of time and money.

(In fact, the first video series I purchased cost me $500, and I was still clueless after watching it!)

The worst part was feeling frustrated when I KNEW I should be able to do something, but I just couldn’t figure out how. You see, the only videos that were available then taught me “general” techniques. They didn’t tell me how to create scrapbook pages from start to finish.

Just imagine the aggravation!

After buying endless training videos and books, and after spending a lot of time experimenting, I finally figured out how to make a scrapbook page really come alive… and I realized the truth:

Digital Scrapbooking Wouldn’t Be Hard At All—
If You Just Had A Good Teacher!

Once I figured it out for myself, I knew I could teach others digital scrapbooking in a fraction of the time! And for A LOT less money! The light came on, and ever since then, I’ve been producing training videos for people like you who wish that they could do what I do, and know what I know.

So why am I so sure I can teach you digital scrapbooking? Because I’ve been in your shoes, and I know exactly what you need to know to get off the ground and start flying with digital scrapbooking!

I don’t assume you know anything about Photoshop or Photoshop Elements, and I’ve put everything you need to know in order, step-by-step, on my CD. I’ll show you:

• How to maximize your desktop experience so you seem to “flow” along
• Exactly what layers are and how to work with them
• Step-by-step instructions on how to create all the different kinds of layers
• The pitfalls to avoid along the way
• The insider tips you don’t learn when you’re self taught
• Cool tricks that are easy and make you look like an expert

And that’s just a taste of what I’ve packed into my CD!

Now, I know what you’re thinking.

Sure, YOU Can Do It,
But Can You Teach ME How To Do It?

That’s a fair question. I’ll let some of my customers answer it for you.

I’m not at all computer savvy but I was able to follow each lesson without any difficulty and have to admit the new work I’m doing is FABULOUS!

Margaret Wood
West Australia

I was bewildered by Photoshop Elements, even though I am pretty good with other software. I checked out several books from the library, but most of them were useless.

Then I found you. You have actually shown me, in your awesome CD, how to use Photoshop Elements and be comfortable with it!

Sharron Lamb
Renton, Washington

I just love getting emails like these from people who went from being frustrated to being super excited after watching my video training program!

What’s YOUR Learning Style?

Many of us learn best when someone actually SHOWS us how to do something, but some of us do better if we follow step-by-step written instructions.

Well, now you don’t have to choose between two different learning styles because I’ve got you covered on both counts. The video lessons make you feel like you’re looking over my shoulder as I show you how to use Photoshop Elements or Adobe Photoshop, but I’ve also provided a PDF manual with all the steps written out. Yup. Every last one.

Just So You Know, That’s Pretty Rare!

I’ve NEVER gotten a manual with any of the high priced video programs I’ve bought!

So here’s how it works: Watch the video to get a first hand demonstration. Then open Photoshop or Photoshop Elements and try it yourself following the clear and easy steps provided in the manual. If you get stuck, the video’s still there for you to watch again. You can replay it as often as you want until you’ve got it!

I’m about half way through your CD and I’m so EXCITED! Your videos are excellent and easy to follow, and having the steps written out in the manual is such a big help. I can’t thank you enough!

Laura B.
Eustis, Florida

Who Has Time To Take A Course In Scrapbooking?

Don’t worry. I’ve designed my CD with busy people like you in mind. In fact, I’ve separated the material into SHORT lessons, averaging around 2 to 5 minutes.

Do you think you could carve out 5 minutes a day to learn a new skill? (I guarantee you’ll look forward to those 5 minutes of “YOU” time!)

I’m sorry I wasted money on all those other books — your program is much more informative, interesting, understandable and FUN than everything else I’ve found. I LOVE IT!

Sharon Maughan
Salem, Virginia

Will I Learn How To Design Paper
and Scrapbooking Elements?

My CD covers all the basics of digital scrapbooking using ready made kits. It does NOT cover designing your own paper and elements, which is advanced material. If you already know the basics and you want to learn more about designing, check out my Premier membership program for more advanced training monthly, or take a look at the individual Premier video lessons for sale in our store.

I’ve Even Thrown In A Kit To Get You Started

Get straight to scrapping your memories! I’ve included a fun and versatile digital scrapbook kit, called “It’s My History,” along with your Photoshop Elements 7 training videos. (PLEASE NOTE: The Photoshop training CD and prior versions of Photoshop Elements training CDs feature a different designer kit.) See the kit for Photoshop Elements 8.

The kit for Photoshop Elements 7 includes:

• 12 mix and match papers
• 6 patterned overlays
• Elegant alpha set complete with “alpha tails”
• Whimsical embellishments, frames and journaling mats
• 1 brush set, and 1 custom shape set
• 2 QuickPages

I’ll be using this kit to show you how to work with Layers and help you build your first page while you learn!

How Much Does Your CD Cost?

That depends on which version you  purchase. My newest training, for Photoshop Elements 8, has twice as many hours of video as my training for Photoshop Elements 7 or earlier versions. I know that no one has a bunch of extra money floating around right now, so I do my best to keep my prices affordable for everyone. That’s why you can get my Photoshop Elements 7 CD for just $36.95 + $5.95 shipping and handling to the US ($6.95 to other countries).

The Photoshop Elements 8 DVD-ROM version is $49.99 plus shipping and handling, but it is more than twice the amount of video. AND, instead of showing you how to create one scrapbook page (as I do in previous versions), I teach you how to create 10 pages. Each step of the way you’ll be creating amazing pages that you can show off to your family and friends right away!

Wow.

Now multiply that by a lifetime of enjoyment and satisfaction. It’s YOUR story, and it deserves to be told.

Are you ready to get started?

We have training CDs available for the following versions:

Photoshop Elements 8
Photoshop Elements 7
Photoshop Elements 6
Photoshop Elements 5
Adobe Photoshop CS3
(Updated videos for CS4 coming soon)

Download A Sample Lesson!

Still not convinced? If you’d like to experience the quality of the video lessons before you buy, download a sample video lesson right here and now, and see for yourself.

In Windows: Right click on the link and choose Save Target As (or a similar Save command). Choose where to save it and click okay.

On a Mac: Click on the link to download the sample lesson to your desktop.

Sample lesson for Photoshop Elements (12.2 MB)
Sample lesson for Adobe Photoshop (6.2 MB)

So What Is YOUR Time Worth?

Do you want to waste precious hours searching for answers here and there online, or are you ready to say:

“Enough already! It’s time to move on and start creating cool pages!”

I have looked at hundreds of websites where I was able to download free information. Your CD was worth EVERY penny I spent on it because you have taught me so much in such a short amount of time! No other website is providing this quality of information!

Cheryl Dodson
Liberty, North Carolina

Here’s My Personal Guarantee:

If you order my CD, Learn Digital Scrapbooking, from this website and you don’t feel like you got your money’s worth out of it, just return the CD with a note saying you want your money back, and I’ll send you a refund. No questions asked. That’s my promise.

How can I confidently give you that kind of money back guarantee? Because of testimonials like this:

This is absolutely the best money I have ever spent on any instructional product.

Nancy Plunkett
Grass Valley, California

Buying your training CD was the best investment I ever made! Now, I am totally obsessed with digital scrapbooking! I can’t thank you enough!!!!!

Chris Bottke
Bradenton, Florida

I have spent a lot of money trying to learn Photoshop Elements, and your CD is the best resource I’ve found!

Ann from Chesterfield, Missouri

Are You Ready To Start Succeeding At Digital Scrapbooking?

Take the first step now! With my rock solid money back guarantee you literally have nothing to lose and a lifetime of digital scrapbooking enjoyment to gain!

To your scrapbooking success,

Linda Sattgast
Owner, ScrappersGuide.com
Adobe’s Scrapbooking Expert

P.S. Still undecided? Do me a favor — watch a sample lesson to see if my CD is a good fit for you. I’m sure you won’t regret it!

Sample Photoshop Elements lesson (12.2 MB)
Sample Adobe Photoshop lesson (6.2 MB)