DSD is right around the corner (it’s Saturday!), so I figured this was the best time for me to offer you my tips on surviving one of the busiest days in the digi scrap world.
10 Tips for Surviving iDSD
- Make a plan – You’ll start hearing some details of the festivities as the days go by. Start thinking what challenges you want to do, if you want to attend any chats, and when you’ll do your shopping.
- Set blocks of time – This is absolutely crucial. I remember back to my first DSD, and I literally spent the WHOLE DAY in front of the computer. Sure that can be fun, but really it’s not the most healthy way to spend the day. Make time for a walk, some games with the kids…meals…you’ll thank me later.
- Set a budget– Another downfall I met on my first DSD. I will NOT share with you how much I spent that first year, grabbing sale after sale, however I will tell you that the following year, I went into the day with a strict budget, and I stuck to it.
- Shop early. Or late. – There will be tons to do throughout the day here at TLP. Make sure you do your shopping at the beginning of the day or at the end so you can enjoy all the fun around The Pad.
- Shop the deals, but be sensible – There are bound to be great deals on DSD. Make sure you are checking out the deals and grabbing the ones that fit your scrapping style or habits.
- Purge your stash, clean up your hard drive – If you know you are going to be collecting all kinds of new treats, do a run and purge some old stuff you’ll never use, and make sure the stuff you have is organized and tagged (if you do that).
- Realize you can’t do it all. – While you may want to, there is just so much going on! Chats, challenges, changing sales….if you are going to participate in these types of activities, don’t be too hard on yourself if you can’t get it all done.
- Try someone new – When there are such great sales as there on DSD, it’s the perfect time to try out a new to you designer.
- Spread your time out – Trust me, you will want to be checking in all weekend. Make time on Saturday and Sunday to participate in the fun.
- Have fun! – This is one of the best days in the digi scrap world!! Enjoy it and have fun!
Johanna says
Thanks so much for the reminder, Aaron!! Speaking of organizing my stash *ahem* I think I need to do that now. See you all in a few days. :)