Using the Accuscan Function in KNK

Hi Everyone,

Tazz asked a good question on the Paperthreads forum today regarding how to import an image and then use her KNK to cut it out. She was getting a little frustrated because everything she tried did not seem to work and so she asked for some help.

This is something that everyone tries to do and I know in the beginning I had quite a learning curve so I thought I would do a quick little tutorial which hopefully will be something some of you can use.

I am basically following the steps outlined on page 35 of the wonderful manual. I started by finding a coloring book page on the internet and then importing into my KNK program and used the "Accuscan" function.

Understand that any image you find on the web belongs to the creator so you cannot sell due to copyright protection. It is available for personal use only (unless you write the designer directly and obtain permission).

Well, that's about it for now...enjoy the video and if you have any questions I will try to help.

Eddita :)

Converting .KNK files to .GSD

Hi Everyone!

I'm sorry I haven't been on for a little, but I have been a little busy creating new files and uploading for sale. In the interim, my friend Shelly and I have been emailing back and forth on the easiest way to convert .KNK files to .GSD.

She was describing using Inkscape and I was describing how I use the Screen Capture method located in the manual. As sometimes, I cannot explain everything the way I want to, in the end I told her it would be a lot easier if I just did a little video which is attached below. There is a small part in the middle in which the voice is garbled (and I can't figure out how to fix it) but no great loss...I tend to ramble anyway! All I am saying in this section is if you click outside of the area, and then go back and click in the center, you can drag your .bmp off to the side before deleting. If you have any questions, let me know.

There may be even faster and quicker ways, but this is what I have been doing for a while and it seems to be working. If you have larger or more intricate pieces you may have to do a few pieces at a time and save as multiple .bmps. I found this to be especially helpful when I converted the Lady Liberty file.

Hope this helps to clear up the "mystery" a bit!

Eddita :)

Statue of Liberty File Now Available!

I want to begin by saying Thank You to Karen, Vanessa and Sussann who all 3 were kind enough to test cut the .GSD file for me. They have promised me a picture of how they used it which I will share with all of you here. I can't wait!

Based on their suggestions, the file is now available at my gallery at the Cutters Market site.

They do suggest that when cutting the .GSD file you slow the speed down to 1-2. I have found the same with the KNK and for the intricate areas slowed down to between 50-75.

I am really proud of this file. It took me some time to create and I think that when you finish cutting it out it will add that "WOW" factor to your layout! I just started mine...here is what it looks like so far:



Hope everyone had a great 4th of July!

Eddita

Happy 4th of July!

Depending on where you are located the weather may or may not be cooperating with your celebration plans today, but where ever you are, I hope that while you enjoy the food, drink and merriment that you pause for a moment and reflect how blessed we all are to live in this country and all of the freedoms it affords us.

Also, take a moment to remember our brave men and women, past-present-future, who keep us safe and who fight for everything that our founding fathers set out for us and future generations to come.

We always stay close to home on the 4Th and I'm looking forward to biking into town and enjoying the day. Our city really pulls out the stops and has different areas along with park which hosts music from different genres throughout the day. A few years ago we saw the band "America" (remember them?? Horse with No Name, etc.). Of course like today, it's probably going to pour, but that's why we carry the umbrellas! LOL!

Tonight's fireworks are supposed to be extra special as well, so unless there is a deluge, we hope to get out to see them as well.

Well everyone, enjoy your day!
Eddita

Thank you and Free File (limited time)

Sorry I was unable to post the free files yesterday but it turned out to be such a lovely day that we went for a bike ride and a concert in the park instead...much better than sitting at a computer all day!

Anyway, I just wanted to say thank you to the people who emailed me offering to test cut the Lady Liberty File. I have sent it to a couple and am looking forward to receiving feedback.

Keeping with the same theme, I thought I would create a file (available free for a limited time) to depict one of the most visible attractions so many people visit in our Nation's Capital. It is the Washington Monument which was built to honor, who else, but George washington who really led this country to independence as well as being our first president.



For those who have visited, this will look great as an accent on one of your pages. For those who still haven't had a chance, make sure you add it to your list of places to see!

Sorry, the free file is no longer available, but you can find it at my Paperthreads Store!

So when you work 50 hours in one week...

It really doesn't leave much time to be able to play with my KNK!

Of course, 50 hours was not planned, but that is life! I was going to be off on Friday this week, but one of my co-workers had a family emergency and after speaking with my boss, I agreed to work the extra day.

In exchange, I will be able to take next Thursday (thus giving me a longer 4th of July weekend) to relax and enjoy. What are all of you planning for the 4th? We haven't made up our minds completely, but our town does a big bash every year at the local park and has bands, chili cookoffs, games for kids, etc. If the weather holds out that may be the way for us to go. Of course, we have to keep our puppy in mind, so we will have to think what we really want to see and do.

I was trying to figure out what I would make when I thought why not something fun for the 4th! With that in mind, I designed a couple of projects. One that I am will be sharing here tomorrow with all of you and another that I will be adding to my gallery at Cutters Market.

Now, for the one I am going to be loading to my gallery, I need someone to please help me out and test cut the .GSD version. If you have a machine and are willing to help me out and give me a little feedback, please send an email to: accentsbyeddita@gmail.com

I will send you the file and ask that you let me know if you had any problems. It is a little intricate, but I think it is really spectacular. Here is what it looks like:



Well, I guess that's all for now.

Eddita :)

Welcome to Saturday and a Quick KNK Video tutorial

Hi everyone,

There have been some questions recently on my fav board about journaling using your KNK. After reading tips, I tried it and it worked great! As I am a visual person, I thought...maybe I can do a quick video tutorial for people who haven't yet tried it and would like to see how it works.

For the demonstration, I am using the Sakura Quickie Glue Pen, but the same instructions would apply using their Gel Pens.


Since the video may not show it clearly, here is a pic of the finished product. With the glue pen, I added glitter so it would stand out. I'm not sure if you would be able to use embossing powder but it might be worth a shot.

So, without any further fanfare, here is my little short. I'm not sure how the volume is so you may have to turn it up a bit.

Be aware I had to compress the file since it was TOOO big to upload here. Hopefully you will be able to get the gist of it. I thought it came out well. Let me know what you think!

Enjoy your day!

Eddita