[chris_cubed]

I'm a 100% paper scrapper. I've NEVER done any digital scrapbooking...I don't even have a clue where to begin or how it's even done!!  With all the gorgeous LO's I've seen in the Digital Gallery, I've built up the nerve to try it...where do I start? What do I need? I'm clueless!!!

[ncokely]

I don't digi because I know I would need a better printer!

[DolphinSoul]

Yeah I have to use up all my paper stuff before I could ever go digi.. but I think paper is still my thing. I like the hands on with everything and need to get my butt away from the computer!But I believe you can post anything for helpful tips in this area called Digital Talk!http://www.acherryontop.com/topics3?id=1&cat=17

[Smiley-Scrap8]

First you need a photo editing program. I suggest Photoshop Elements, you can go to the Adobe website for a free trail. This I would download some free kits and give it a try. Since everything is trial you won't have to spend money until you are sure.

[Crazy_canookie]

I use Paint Shop Pro and just love it. I've been using it for about 6 years now.

[-Tracy-]

Yay! Another convert!Cris I'd start over at Kim Hill's Tutorial site. She has a topic "Creating your first Layout" Here's a link to all her tutorials: www.digiscrappingtutorials.com/She also features a few of the different digi scrapping programs so no matter what you use, you'll find helpful info.You can download trial versions of Photoshop products here: www.adobe.com/downloads/
Freebies galore await you at most all digi scrap stores, including our own ACOT!!And ask questions. All our digi gals are always willing to help!  

[Alissa103]

I've not done a totally digi LO, either, although I have goofed around with Photoshop and have done some "hybrid" scrapping by adding cool borders and things around my photos, text to photos, etc. That might be a good place to start if you've never done anything

[beachlover]

I am with you Krissi, I am a fraidy cat.  But, if someone showed me how, I could be a digi master (lol)!

[ss20ts]

I don't want to get into digi. I wouldn't know where to begin either. I am perfectly content with my mountain of paper and embellishments. I LOVE texture and dimension.....I don't see that or feel it with digi. I am a hands on girl. How would  you crop with a group of friends doing digi? I go to crops every month and I just don't think it'd be the same.

[harper828]

I've never done a digi one either. If I switched, I'm sure we would be able to use our dining room table.

[anazelia]

Me too.  I tried to play around with photoshop, but it was difficult to understand. 

[-Tracy-]

It is possible to get texture and dimension in digi. It all depends on what supplies you have at hand. Here's a couple that my paste eater friends couldn't believe were digi! 

[Wyknotwyme]

I'm also on the fence with learning digi thing. I think it would be great as I travel & would only need to take my laptop,but... I'm just comfortable with my paper stuff,

[wahoo_mom]

I do paper, but I know I would enjoy digi too.  I have PSE, but have never really learned how to use it even though I enjoy playing around on the computer.  Don't know what my excuse is . . .  Maybe because I like the hands-on feel.

[chris_cubed]

Wow!  Thanks everyone for all the great tips!  I'm going to check all the links and suggestions out and give it a try!

[CreativelyCarol]

Since scrapping is my therapy,  I need to have it all hands on!~

[Amberpony]

Buy a Digi ttheme Kit & PhotoSHop Elements 6.Then go to www.scrapgirls.com & download her free book on all about it.They have free tutorials there.Look here first for your digi kit since ACOT is a great supporter of all things scrappy for us. Down load th e freebies & play.Then (cringe ) go to www. designerdigital.com for way cool stuff more then you can imagine

[my3boyz]

Good luck with it!  I hear it can be addicting.... I don't dare try until I use up my stash!

[my3boyz]

Good luck with it!  I hear it can be addicting.... I don't dare try until I use up my stash!

[indiansugar]

Digi is fun and quick!  I use Scrapbook Flair - its free and there are some many free digi downloads you can get to start the process.  The program is a free download too!