Hi everyone-this is going to be a chat for the My Timeless Templates © be it thoughts, comments or questions.
I hear many of you have tried the free download -Stocking Stuffer, as well as purchased the templates. SO exciting-thank you for giving it a try!!!
I am flooded with emails (thank you for the support :D) and some are with questions.
I would like to ask if we can TRY to keep the questions/answers here so if someone else has the same one Im not sending 5o emails (no joke) with the same info. I’m not saying don’t feel like you can’t contact me! Of course you can, and I love hearing from you (that is why I allow my email to be public :D) but am just getting some of the same ?’s so lets keep it all in one place if we can!
I will update here with more Q & A as I get them.
If you find something helpful PLEASE share 😀 and I ask that people read your fellow stampers comments as they may help you!
This process actually IS simple, but it being the new thing for everyone, Im certain we are all unsure we are doing everything right! When treading in new waters there are always questions.
We provided the WORLD with a free template to not only see the value of what you get for your money but so that you can get all the kinks worked out, and get printing up some fabulous creations. I am sure once you get going you will see that this is a real time saver, the fun this has to bring, and how easy it is.
OK now we will start with the basics!
PLEASE keep in mind since this is the first time PTI and myself are doing this sort of thing we had no idea what was to come as far as questions as whatnot. We did out best to cover basic questions re: downloads and whatnot as well.
DIRECTIONS FOR YOU DOWNLOAD FOUND HERE! Many of you said “Hey Lauren I don’t speak french! Can you explain that better to me?”
Well I can try my best! LOL! I don’t understand “directions” well either. Im a hands on kind girl.
OK now “I” am very computer challenged, and am not the technical person here. I just create the basic template and description write ups and the rest is out of my hands. All the fabulous graphics and template stuff was all the fabulous work of Nichole & the people at Papertrey Ink.
BUT I will do my very best to answer the questions YOU have in the easiest way possible!!!
DOWNLOADING YOUR TEMPLATE
Downloading-we will take the FREE template as an example since EVERYONE can get that FREE!!
When you “buy” your template, you open the WinRAR file. Once the file loads you will see a box with the files in it. At the top of this box are some ICONS.
Hit the EXTRACT TO ( file folder looking button) option.
When you do that it brings you to your OWN computer files, and you them need to choose WHERE you want the file kept for future downloads!
Example-I created a file for myself under Lauren’s Card Stuff, in that file I have a category that says My Timeless Templates. I go through, and select that. Once I hit the OK button, it saves the files, where I told it to put them.
Then you are done.
Question:I printed up my Music Makeover and the calendar is missing a few months in the file.
Answer: See this tread here
Question: I have Windows Vista. I can download the stocking on the computer that runs Windows XP, but I cannot get it to download on my laptop that runs Windows Vista. I am not a computer expert, so it could be me, but I just cannot figure it out. What am I missing? TIA!
Then later her ANSWER: There is no Extract Files option provided on my computer (which really makes no sense, but its not there). So, DH downloaded a 45 day free trial of WinZip (an extractor program) https://www.winzip.com and now I have the files. I did find that I could not get them from the download now ‘button’ on the page with all the templates. I had to click on the pic/icon to go into the description and click on the download ‘button’ there. I first saved the files and then went into my documents file and attempted to open them from there. When I clicked on them, winzip automatically opened and I went through that (just before it actually unzips them, it tries to put them in some bizare location on my computer, so I clicked browse, and selected the desktop as a location for them to unzip to and later put them in the file I want them stay in), and several clicks later, I had all of the files for both templates!
Thank you to Karen (aka TiikkiStars on the PTI forum)
RETRIEVING YOUR DOWNLAOD
Now I want to play! So I would go find Lauren’s Card Stuff, and open it. Then I find my category “My Timeless Templates”. I open that file and I should be able to find THREE files.
Stocking Stuffer is a 2 page print out so you have your stocking on one, then the additional box & elements on another. Don’t forget EVERY My Timeless Template © also comes with a Project Idea Pamphlet, with full color photos, supply list and instructions for 5 exclusive projects!!
Basically just like you see with your Stocking Stuffer download, that is what you can expect with the for purchase templates as well, every month.
These are all listed in your file separately. So you have to find each file and download.
Another example is the Music Makeover, that is only ONE page for the printer, then you have your Project Idea Pamphlet.
PRINTING YOUR DOWNLOAD
Lots of questions for this part! LOL!
First and foremost-PRINTER SETTINGS!!! This can really impact your template! So here is what you need to do to make sure you are getting the accurate printout-very easy!
Question-I printed my Music Makeover template, and it doesn’t fit my CD case! What am I doing wrong?
Answer: When you go to PRINT your template, most printers automatically set the page scaling to ” FIT TO PRINTABLE AREA”. You DO NOT want that setting! Simply click your selection box, and make sure PAGE SCALING is set to NONE! This way say your Music Makeover box, will print to appropriate size.
Your lines for this template go to the end of the cardstock.
Question: No you are doing everything fine. The templates will not print to the edge-hence the “arrows” telling you to go to the edge. THat is part of the software we use to create the templates.
Answer: No you are doing everything fine. The templates will not print to the
edge-hence the “arrows” telling you to go to the edge. That is part of the
software we use to create the templates.
Question:My cardstock won’t go through my printer! Help!
Answer:This is where you PRINTER MANUAL comes in handy! Or your hubby! My printer is pretty cheap-its a Canon (something or other! LOL!) and it takes PTI cardstock like a DREAM!!
What I learned from this whole printable template thing is that SOME printers need to be put on a setting if you are using something thicker than Copy paper! So check your settings, and then you should be good to go!
What if it REALLY isn’t going to go through?
Well as I saw suggested (by Debbie Stampin CPA-thank you!!) before Print your template onto your copy paper. Apply the template over your cardstock with REMOVABLE adhesive tape. Then cut, and score JUST the copy paper that is ON your cardstock, as directed. When done with all the steps remove the copy paper, and you have the same exact thing!
Each time you want to make another print another template. It is virtually the same thing since you would always be printing a new one on your cardstock!
TIPS:
Print on the BACK of your cardstock!
If you have a pattern or a stamped piece, you want to print on what you want the INSIDE to be! So patterns go FACE DOWN!!
PUTTING TEMPLATE TOGETHER
Question : How do I know where to cut, and where to score?
Answer: The SOLID lines arr for cutting, and —– are for scoring.
TIP:
On some of the templates, like for KEEP{sake} it will say “Print two” that means you need to printouts to put your box together!
OTHER
Question: CAN WE HAVE A KEYWORD FOR THE TEMPLATES?
Answer: Great Idea How about MyTT(insert template name here) Stands for My Timeless Template Example: for the Keep{sake}
MyTTForKeep{sake}
Sound OK?
Comment: I hope you will share a ton of ideas for these templates with all of us every month! I need ideas.
Reply:Well as stated above there will ALWAYS be a EXCLUSIVE Project Idea Pamphlet with 5 projects with the SALE of every template! Those will NOT be shared anywhere else.
I of course will be sharing peeks here on my blog up to the countdown, and ideas with you.
This next comment I thought about not addressing, since it is a personal choice, but if several hundred people really want to ask, then here is my OPINION
Generalized Comment: Can you convince me WHY I should buy your template, when I can try to make these myself?
Reply: I don’t think I should have to convince anyone. Thats not what its about. I helped create a product line that I would love to have, and use. I thought it would be so helpful to many other people 😀 Sharing what I love, and making it faster and easier.
I think the idea book alone is worth the $5! LOL! However, to each person what you want to spend your money on is a personal choice. I am just here to provide you with a TIME SAVING option!
I know I PERSONALLY have spent $8 on ONE plastic traceable template for ONE project! No ideas, nothing, just the plastic piece! By the time I trace it all (and the score lines) you are done printing, and cutting, maybe even scoring your My Timeless Template!
I also have spent $12 on a package of pre-die cut boxes, that I didn’t use too many of since I was limited to the colors it came in :C
To me proudcts that make my crafting faser, easier, and better are priceless.
I take the work and guess work out of you having to get the PERFECT template! Over time you will see the diverse templates I have created. Really it doesn’t get any easier than what we have for you here. I MAKE these templates from scratch, ALL the time, and I am finding the printable versions FABULOUS, and for me, so much easier. That is my opinion and this project is like my baby! It is like asking McDonald’s why you should eat there! LOL!
Bottom line- I love this product and I believe in it 100%. I poured every ounce of my being into it. You also get my PERSONAL support to help with anything you may need for the templates as well. Here I am answering questions and emails and giving a ton of ideas to get you started 😀
Making sure something is perfect can take HOURS. Now you don’t have to bother, unless you really want to. You get to do what you love- and the rest is taken care of. The choice of purchasing it is your own. Another reason we are providing you with a FREE template. Try it out.
Those of you who do workshops, now don’t have to bother with coming up with cool ideas. You can whip up an EASY project with EVERYONE in minutes! No fuss. Then you are focusing on the stamping, and making them feel like THEY CAN DO IT TOO!! There really isn’t a ton of prep work either! If you are a demo you know what I am talking about. I was a demo for several years and would have KILLED to have my ideas to print! I use to go through the hassle of making all my customers make it with me step my step! When you have a room full of 20 people, that is not an easy takes to keep everyone doing the same thing at the same time!!
Also to put it into perspective, think of the things you have TRULY wasted $5 on! That drive thru lunch-one value meal costs over a $1 more than my templates, that you can use OVER AND OVER with not guess work.
How about that specialty coffee? One or two of those adds up to cost my template.
Just some thoughts of mine on that question. If you like a template you saw, then you may want to purchase it. Maybe one month you won’t like something, maybe every month you will.
No matter what your opinion, I truly want to thank everyone for their love & support. Im still recovering from all the excitement here, and HOPE I have helped you with any questions you have! This has been quite the journey.
Please feel free to comment and ask more questions if they arise, or let us know if this Q & A helped answer a issue for you!
I am here for you, so whatever you need I will do my best to help you to the best of my ability. If I don’t know Ill try to find out!
THANK YOU AGAIN!! Enjoy the templates! Can’t wait to see what you do.
Tomorrow I will have a actual project to share 😀
35 Responses for "My Timeless Template © Talk/Help!!"
Oh my gosh, Lauren — your templates ARE worth every penny. Seriously. Thank you SO much and keep it coming — your generosity and creativity are immeasurable!
You templates are soooo worth the $$. I so love the idea of having it already planned out for me. I just print, score, and fold!!!! Thank you so so much for doing these. I can’t wait to get next months!!!
Hey Lauren, Thanks for the e-mails! I really appreciate it. Though I still did not understand “extract to file”. I really do not get the computer, so sad. Anyways, my husband is home so he helped me out-I had to right click the mouse and “save as”. He even made me my own file folder. I’m hoping to use the stocking soon. BTW, for what it’s worth, I love the template idea, keep them coming. Tina
Great post – I think your templates are amazing and I’m excited to try them out for myself. I know I used a template you made last year for my Sunday School kids (something to hold candy) and it would have been great to have something to print out, although I was grateful to have your dimensions and directions at the time. So kudos to you and I can’t wait to see future projects!!
I love the “print, score and fold” aspect! A real time saver! The 5 idea projects are awesome too! I personally think it’s well worth the $5. I can’t wait to see what’s in store for future releases.
I think the templates are fantastic. I love the ideas that come with them, and the time saving aspect is just great. I can’t tell you how many pieces of cardstock I’ve wasted because I didn’t measure right; and here you’ve done all the mistakes and re-measuring for us! I found downloading, printing, and using the templates easy as pie!
Lauren,
Congrats on not only a fabulous idea but also seeing it through to this stage.
I have two thoughts:
1. Some of us will ALWAYS be challenged by our printers and downloading. It is especially hard for me as we are networked and the printer I use most for card making is not on the network ;(.
What you might consider at some point is selling a collection of your templates and booklets on a DVD. Since all of PTI’s (well, the ones I’ve bought) come that way – to be stored in a CD case, this justs fits in with their “style” so well! I have recently bought quite a few of PTI’s sets and I LOVE that about them!
2. Anyone making these projects and uploading to SCS should use the same keyword – maybe the name or number of the template? Maybe you could designate a specific keyword for each one? That way, we and you can all search on the keyword and find each other’s projects.
Just a thought…..
Lauren, thank you for your patient answers to all the questions. I love what you have done, and I hope that both you and Papertrey Ink are blessed in this joint project. Your templates are beautifully and professionally presented. I think it is awesome that you are creating templates whose main use will be for gifts. Think about all the smiles and thankful hearts that will result for both the givers and the receivers.
I second the suggestion above by Cathy on a SCS keyword. I also would love to see what others are doing with the templates.
Hi Lauren- I love your site, your work and your creativity- you are truly inspiring. What I am curious about is this: I am one of those that can see a craft and kinda ‘unmake’ it in my mind to assemble myself. Alot of times, I don’t need a template. So as long as you’re credited with the original idea- would this be a copyrite infringment? ALSO- I saw your keepsake box, and some other templates, and I have made similar ones to yours before even seeing yours- I am just worried, again, about the copyrite infringment when I have made similar things to you, but werent’ nessisarily inspired by your projects for my specific project. (not saying I don’t get ispired tho :D) I hope this makes sense LOL. I plan on selling some of my creations that are similar to some that you have came up with before I saw yours. I guess great minds thing alike 😀 but I am just worried about stepping on toes or what have you. I would love your thoughts- thanks and keep sharing 😀
Lauren, I myself could not sleep just waiting to download the free template and purchase the Keepsake template. FIRST thing i did once i got to work (SSSHHHHHH, don’t tell my boss) So, I coul imagine how you feel, this being your creation. OMG! On another note, I SOOO agree with Cathy about having some type of keyword to search eachothers projects with your template on SCS. That would just be the Cherry on top for your new baby. I am 2 babies at home, and i’ll be honest i was so thinking about knocking them out earlier than usual because i couldnt way to use your templates. In regards to this comment:
**Can you convince me WHY I should buy your template, when I can try to make these myself?**
If she can make them herself, why does she need any convincing. Just make them yourself and move on.
***READ THIS! NEGATIVE COMMENT MAKER***
I know that i will be WAY done with my ENTIRE project while you are still tracing, cutting and scoring your stuff!
Lauren I downloaded the free template which again I think is very generous of you and then bought the other two.
Thanks for the Q & A session it was very helpful. Lastly I do not think you need to justify your wonderful creations. I absolutely love the fact that these can be printed over and over again especially when you need to make many. I have used plastic templates in the past for this and the process is long and tedious. You have created a wonderful and useful product for us all and the the price is a steal and no shipping cost and no waiting by the mailbox. Thank you so much.
Debbie/Phx AZ
Lauren,
Your blog is a great inspiration, and i think its awesome that you are getting the chance to do something you love.
Your templates are a great idea, and for those that can create them on their own arent you glad you have Lauren to copy!
Keep up all your great works as I look forward to your posts each day.
Lauren, thanks so much for sharing your templates with us. I don’t mind paying for templates to have right at my fingertips when i need awesome gift ideas. can’t wait till next months.
Why would someone ask you to convince them to buy your project???? You certainly don’t need to waste your time doing that..and apparently she’s the only one who feels that way, since everyone else was fighting over getting them downloaded first…Good luck with your endeavors..I think your work is great and I hope you do fantastic with this business/creative project!
I too feel that these templates are worth every penny. I was even more excited when I saw the Idea booklet – totally forgot about it. I printed out the idea booklet, and now have my Timeless Template binder with the booklets and dividers. I read through it all with my morning coffee:) I can’t wait to play with them. I have admired and been inspired by your blog and beautiful projects and so thankful that you decided to come up with this line so we can all share with you. Thank you – very professionally done!!!!
Hugs
great templates lauren.
thanks for the q&a as well.
i do have a question, when i looked at all the files under the music template it has calendar inserts, awesome btw, but i seem to be missing september and october, is this on purpose or am i lucky?
thanks again for all the time you have put into this magnificent project, and for the time that you have saved me.
–cheers
There is always a “learning curve” with something new. I greatly appreciate the information printed above. I will print it out for reference as I learn how to do the downloading, etc. I am a little concerned that people don’t realize the scope of the project ideas that come with the download. I am thrilled with the projects!!!! It makes the whole idea come alive. A sketch of a box is one thing, but when you actually see the projects, then a light bulb goes on. I would have bought anything you produce, sight unseen, but for new people, I hope you will realize this is a “whole” package that will inspire you for many projects to come.
Lauren, I can’t believe someone would even ask why should I pay for it. Some of us “I am” challenged in coming up with ideas and there is no way I could recreate most of what I see online that is free to do nor do I have the time to recreate someone elses designs. This is so perfect and I doubt I would use the boot but your samples were delightful. I did download the free template and the only problem I has was when I printed the page with all the little pieces. It pulled the one page through the printer and printed on the second page. I needed a second cuff, heel and toe and didn’t want to waste paper printing the box I didn’t need so I used the cutout pieces and got my second set. My husband came down and said “that’s cute” and I told him about your story. Anyway, I think it’s great what you are doing and it’s nice to be able to bring in some extra money in today’s economy. I will be trying some of your other templates.
Lauren, you are a wonder! I’ve always loved your blog but now you are making it so easy for me to look talented!! 🙂 I was also surprised (I probably just didn’t read well enough) that besides the template we also get an idea book – how cool is that! I do have a suggestion – if you are going to be coming out with lots (which I’ll bet you are since you’re so creative!) what about doing a subscription program for those of us who will want ALL of them! Just a thought. Keep up the good work, we love it! thanks!! Tracy in Michigan
Had to laugh at someone’s comment that they downloaded at work – so did I! Came in early to do it too! 🙂
LOVE all of the templates, and bought them both. For $5 you CAN NOT go wrong!!!!! Can’t wait to see what you come up with next….you go girl!
Congrats, Susan
I’ve been a lurker on your blog for MANY months, following your artwork, the inspiring ideas that you share with everyone, and, of course, Alexa. I typically don’t comment because I know I’m just one of your thousands of fans, and you’ve got enough to do without having to read one more ‘I love it’ or ‘You’re in my prayers’ comment from people you don’t even know. I guess you could say I’m a closet Lauren fan. lol But today I felt compelled to comment just to say how very thankful I am, and how happy I am for you, that you’ve begun this MyTimeless Template endeavor with PTI. After downloading the Stocking Stuffer template yesterday, I purchased the other two. And I know that I’ll be purchasing many more (if not all) of them in the future. The ideas alone are sooo worth the price, and your templates are awesome! Thank you for all the ways you so selflessly share with us, for your continual inspiration, and for just being you. May God continue to bless you and your family.
Lauren, what terrific templates! I am so thankful to have your expertise in the measuring and score lines…I can do it myself but it takes so long for me…not to mention the wasted paper! Thank you for taking the time to share. Really, the price is right when we think of how many times a year we can use them!
***I do have a question. On the box part of the boot template, I have a question about the three blocks. Is this a triangular box or what am I missin?. Thanks.
The templates are great. The best part of this idea, which is wonderful, is I have at least 50 templates printed out and saved in paper folders. I can never find one without going thru every paper in the file or can never remember which blog I saw the template on. Now with one click I can see the template and the idea book for a way to use it. For someone who loves to use the templates for most gifts I cannot say enough what a wonderful idea this is. Keep up the good work.
Seriously Lauren why would you have to convince anyone to buy your templates they are awesome. Remember you can’t PLEASE everyone. Thanks for all your inspirations. I haven’t tried the free template(lack of time)but will do so this weekend.
Lauren,
You are an inspiration. I am in Awe of your talents and your ideas. I LOVE your blog. I think I should pay you to look at it everyday with all the ideas you give us. $5 is nothing compared to all the hard work and sacrifice you put into your work. I could not wait to purchase your templates. I thought $5 was so generous of you. It is worth way more. I have purchased envelope templates for a lot more money than $5. The idea book you send with it was icing on the cake. That alone is worth $5. I think you should show a copy of the stocking one on the website so your patrons can see how professional each idea book is that comes with the template download. I was shocked by the quality. It looked like a huge company with a lot of employees worked on it. Very impressed!
With every new adventure your going to get consumers who question the price or why you did something they don’t care about. Don’t let that stop you. You have a huge customer base that loves your work and your spirit. You have helped me so much in my card making. You make me look good girl! I always tell all my friends your my Blogger mentor. And you don’t even know it. HA!
Be proud of what you accomplished. I know I am. Your a great wife, mom and servent of the lord. You deserve to be blessed.
I also love the idea for SCS. I can’t wait to see what everyone else comes up with.
I can’t wait for next months templates!
Janin
Are you kidding me? People are asking you to convince them of their need to purchase your awesome templates? I am amazed at the level of rudeness of people. If they don’t want to spend the five bucks, they should go sit down for a couple of hours and try to recreate the project WITHOUT the template. How much is THAT worth? Thanks for sharing, Lauren, and I wish you the best of luck in your new venture!
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My templates haven’t arrived yet. can you check on them?
have bought some of the templates and love them!! but i followed your advice on setting the “page scaling” on the printer to “none” and the templates still aren’t printing all the way to the edge. i just wanted to know if they are suppose to print all the way to the edge or not? maybe its something im doing wrong. i have a HP Deskjet D2545.
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