Do you still have Christmas shopping to do? If you are like me, you want to give a gift that is meaningful and personal and something the person will actually enjoy and use. And it has to be affordable too. Sometimes I get stumped on what to give and I don’t want to settle for […]
Sweet Mixbook Dog Photo Album Ideas to Make You Smile
Making a Dog Photo Book at Mixbook For us pet lovers, our four-legged fur kids melt our hearts, bring us joy, and help us chill out. In these crazy, uncertain last few months, our dog, Toby, has been a wonderful stress release for my husband and me. And what better way to celebrate all his […]
Making an Instant Photo Book
You don’t have to spend hours or days kvetching over your photo book layout, wondering where to start; it is possible to make a complete photo book in just a few minutes. The magic that makes this happen is a “photo wizard” or “instant book” type tool, which most photo book services offer in addition […]
Tips for Creating a Family Tree, Heritage or Genealogy Photo Book
**Post updated March 2020**With the passing of a beloved aunt a few months ago, I acquired a box of old family photos that she had stashed away. As I went through them they brought back fond memories of my childhood, and a small amount of horror as I saw a few of my hideous hairdos […]
Which Companies Use the Best Photo Book Paper
Have you ever wondered which companies offer the highest quality paper for printing photo books? Generally, the thicker the paper the better the quality, which means it’s more durable with less chance of bending corners or wrinkling pages with frequent handling. Many companies offer photo paper with 100lb thickness, but what exactly does that mean, […]
Year in Review Photo Book: 8 Steps for Creating a Book of Memories
You’ve been steadily stashing photos on your computer and smart phone with the hope of finding the time to do something with them, but you’re not sure what. Now that a new year is here, what about making a Year in Review photo book showcasing your favorite moments in 2015? It’s a great way to […]
Best Lay Flat Photo Books: A Guide
Photo Books With Lay Flat Pages Lay flat photo books are becoming mainstream as more and more photo book services come out with this style. It used to be that they were primarily for the wedding album market because they were so monstrously expensive. I love it that now there are affordable lay flat books […]
