Easy Share

Easy Share

If you are looking for great digital photos and quality prints, easy sharing capabilities, and a system to take the hassle of out putting your photos online, you should consider investing in the Kodak Easy Share system. Kodak has made taking great pictures easy for the average person, and has made printing and sharing them as easy as a touching a button. When you use the Easy Share program and system, you are simply using your head.

The Easy Share digital camera is generally easy to use, and how much memory and what features you want will depend on what you want out of your camera and how much you have to spend. You can buy your camera separately, or you can buy it with the Easy Share dock. This dock connects your camera to your computer or your Easy Share printer so that you can print your pictures straight from your camera, or you can load them directly to your computer.

When you buy an Easy Share system, you get the simple shortcuts that make life easier. When you send your photos to your computer, they can also be automatically sent to your Kodak Easy Share online photo album. Once they are there, you can send out an email to invited family and friends to view your photos instantly. This is much easier than most other brands, as most of the steps of uploading and sharing have been made much easier.

You can’t use just any printer with the Easy Share dock and camera, however, as you have to get one made for printing photos. I am not sure, as I don’t own one yet, but you may have to buy the Kodak Easy Share printer to go with the rest of your Kodak products. This printer will automatically print your pictures and adjust the size as they do so. You will have to buy special paper however, but for the most part, the pictures I have seen that were printed by the Kodak Easy Share system were both vibrant and clear. If you enjoy taking pictures, it is a great investment to make in today’s digital world.

If you don’t feel like paying full price for an Easy Share system, you can look online for used or discounted models. Because so many new cameras come out each year, you can save money by buying an older model of camera while still getting great pictures and accessories. Don’t forget to look on eBay, and make sure you know what you are buying if you buy used.

Unique Gift Ideas For Dog Lovers

Unique Gift Ideas For Dog Lovers

Run out of ideas and trying to find that extra special gift for the dog lover in your life? Don’t worry any longer. Have a look at these unique dog lover gifts and let them spark your creativity. You could even combine a few ideas and make a personalized dog breed gift basket!

Give a door bell cover emblazoned with a particular dog breed. For the dog lover who has practically every other dog breed gift, this unique door bell cover is a great way to show who helps “rule the house”.

Is your dog lover also a computer enthusiast? Then consider a mousepad adorned with their favorite dog breed. This gift would get lots of mileage and is very practical too. Combine a mousepad with a screensaver of their pet to complete the “makeover” of their computer area.

For the dog lover and avid golfer, golf club covers in a dog breed theme would be a great touch for any golfer’s bag. What about a golf towel personalized with their pet’s picture and name?

Consider a gift for both the dog lover and their dog. What about a beautiful set of dog breed wind chimes? Make sure to throw in a new ball or chew toy for their dog too, so they can enjoy being outside together.

To help carry all those doggy accessories like leashes, snacks, and water, consider giving a tapestry tote bag with the dog breed. Or get 2 tote bags, one for the dog lover and one for the dog!

Another great and unique idea is a garden flag of their favorite dog breed. Some of the more expensive dog breed gifts are outdoor statues. You can find nearly every kind of dog breed in the form of a statue and some are so life-like it is difficult to tell the difference!

Of course, every dog lover appreciates a frame to hold their beloved pet’s picture. Have a frame engraved with the dog’s name for an extra special touch.

A Recipe For Cooking Up A Colorful New Room

A Recipe For Cooking Up A Colorful New Room

For many, choosing the right colors for the ceiling, trim and walls when painting a room for the first time can be a daunting household task. But, just like learning how to cook a great meal, creating the perfect room can be achieved with the right ingredients and a good recipe.

“Spicing up the home with color is a great way to brighten the indoors-but the actual color selection process often can be quite overwhelming,” said Barbara Richardson, director of color marketing for ICI Paints and a licensed interior designer. “Follow these simple, sensible tips, and you’ll paint like a pro to create a delectable treat of a colorful new home–and have fun in the process.”

Consult a color “cookbook”

You wouldn’t attempt to whip up a gourmet meal without consulting a cookbook or an experienced chef. Similarly, take advantage of the design assistance that is available to you. For computer-savvy do-it-yourselfers, free design advice is available with the simple click of a computer mouse.

For example, the Glidden Online Color Consultant, located at www.glidden.com, combines individual tastes with direction from color experts to determine a user’s ideal paint palette through a step-by-step guided process.

Color chips of shades chosen online can be ordered and sent free of charge. Since it’s preferable to make paint selections surrounded by the furniture, lighting and accessories of a room, reviewing color chips in the comfort of home provides the extra confidence needed to proceed with a paint project.

Do a taste test

It’s important to see before you believe, especially when it comes to paint colors. So, how do you experiment with paint colors and avoid the stress and mess?

Try the self-adhesive, repositionable color swatches called Glidden Color@Home Peel & Stick paint samples. Measuring 33/4″ x 6″, these swatches are available in six collections of 10 colors each and include coordinating shades for walls, accents and trim.

Simply place swatches on a wall, then remove and restick as many times as necessary to select the best colors to coordinate with furniture and accessories.

Don’t leave out essentials

For the best topcoat results, most projects will require a coat of primer first. A primer called Gripper Grey, for example, was specifically developed for use under dark or vibrant paints. These primers use shades of grey to create a better foundation that enhances the true richness of popular topcoat colors while saving time and money.

“Most DIYers don’t think twice about applying deep colors, such as dark reds, greens or blues, over a white primer,” said Richardson. “Only after the paint has dried do they realize that the primer affects the intensity of the topcoat. As a result, more time and money are spent on applying additional layers to achieve the desired color.”

Choose a delicious topping

A fresh coat of spotless ceiling paint will surely put the icing on the cake. One way to avoid the frustration and anxiety of missed spots, multiple coats and waiting for paint to dry is with a ceiling paint with EZ Track Technology. The product goes on pink and dries to a smooth, bright white in less than 30 minutes.

With this innovative paint from Glidden, tackling a ceiling can be done whenever it’s convenient–in low light, on overcast days or even at night when the kids are asleep.

By following a recipe for painting success, do-it-yourselfers can create a room that will be savored for years to come.

Creating a colorful home can boost your family’s physical and mental well-being.