Building Blocks This regular column will feature the different types of product segments available on CDs

This is a regular column of Simply Digital Plus! to feature the types of elements available on CDs, downloads, and freebies.

There is an incredible assortment of embellishments at CottageArts.net to fit all of your creative needs! There is even an entire CD devoted just to embellishments - Simply Embellished!

Click here to see examples of the types of embellishments offered at CottageArts.net, on CD or download

This month's focus is on: Embellishments

Embellishments are all the little extra accents that give a layout special interest and dimension. They can be used alone, gathered, layered or spread out either randomly or symmetrically. They can be a strong focus of the layout or just an accent in the background. For paper scrappers, you can cut out the embellishment to give extra dimension. See the examples below of how embellishments can be used (click on pictures for a larger view).

Alone - a simple single embellishment can add an aura of simplistic elegance or drama.

Gathered - by grouping same, similar or vastly different embellishments together you can create interest and depth to your layout.

Layered - layer the embellishments to make a new embellishment or give a large sense of depth.

Spread Out Randomly- by randomly placing your embellishments you can add a sense of fun and whimsy to make a layout eclectic and full of excitement.

Spread Out Symmetrically - by placing your embellishments in a symmetrical manner your layout gains a sense of order and formality.

Three Dimensional - by printing and cutting out the embellishments it's easy to create a three dimensional look by just folding it upward or crumpling.