Crimson Ecstasy Graphics

Camo Project Freebie!

2008-10-07T16:47:00.001-05:00

Click this link to download:
LINK

This freebie consists of:
3 custom camo shapes,
3 color swatch images,
and
2 never-before-seen patterns!

Please leave a comment when you download on 4shared, and be on the lookout for the full set of patterns, shapes, and so much more!

~Katie

Tutorial Week: Day 3 -- Free Vector/Brushes

2008-08-13T15:05:00.002-05:00

More vector freebies in today's tutorial recap! ^_^

For those unfamiliar with vectors, the only real difference between them and a typical (raster/bitmap) graphic is that they can be re-sized up or down without losing their precision or detail. Ever resized that photo and it came out looking kinda funky? That's because it just didn't know how to change and maintain itself like a vector does.

I use Adobe Illustrator CS3, but alot of people don't have access to it, so here's a free vector editor I've found on the web:

http://www.inkscape.org/

I'm not sure if it opens .ai documents (which is what I believe my vectors to this point are saved as), so if it doesn't, let me know, and I can re-release these in a more cross-compliant format. Name your format if you can! ^_^

Now, on to the goodies!

[[Download Radial + Teardrop Brushes]]
*Note: The elephant was not made by me, he was a freebie from Shutterstock*

[[Download Sunburst Final Vector]]
*This is the reult of the tutorial, which will be linked below. I later added the background effects in Photoshop*

learn-how-to-create-two-tone-and-graphic-radials/ <-- Tutorial Link

This one was interesting, as the instructor shows in the end, the possibilities for this are endless now that you have the knowledge, radials can have all kinds of things in them, from complex designs to text!

This isn't too flashy, but it's a cool thing to know! ^_^

~Katie

Tutorial Week Freebies (Vector)

2008-08-12T11:08:00.001-05:00

So last night I crawled into bed just for a minute I told myself....I woke up about 10 hours later, instead of 10 or 20 minutes! Needless to say, this didn't get posted last night like I had intended, as it was my second tutorial for the day!

http://abduzeedo.com/swirl-mania-illustrator-photoshop <-- The tutorial link

My Examples: (click below each example to DL a freebie vector pack!)

[[Download Running Man Swirl Vector]]
*This was an attempt at the tutorial that just didn't turn out right. In my frustration, I started warping it at random, and this was the result. I really think it looks like a person, what do you see?

[[Download Straight Swirl Brush]]
*This was an attempt at making an art Brush for Adobe Illustrator. After a little experimenting with the brush, if you would like to maintain the shape pictured above, it is best to use a straight line path. Any other shaped path will produce an abstract shape.

[[Download Swirl Cluster Brushes]]
*This was my last work done using the tutorial above. It has been made into 2 or 3 brushes for use in Adobe Illustrator. They were made with CS3, so I'm not sure if they would be compatible with previous versions. You're more than welcome to try them out!

[[Download Swirly Pattern Brush]]
*This was my favorite out of the lot of things made using the tutorial. I really liked the swirls I achieved here and the use of the colors! This was made into a pattern brush, meaning it will repeat along whatever path it is applied to.

Terms Of Use

All files are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 Unported license. Please visit this page (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0/) for more information.

Please do not redistribute these files, instead direct others to the original download links!

If you use any file(s) in these downloads, please use the following information to give credit:

Some elements supplied by CEG
http://mycrimsonecstasy.com

Thank you!

~Katie

As always, comments are very much appreciated, whether you decide to snag or not!

Color Schemes Freebie

2008-07-09T23:48:00.001-05:00

This one is a half-mystery, you'll know what it is, but not what it looks like!
You can almost smell the suspense!

[Click to download the free color schemes!]

These are 6 color schemes I've come up with for use in any of your projects!
These are free for personal and commercial use, so go nuts!
If you want to give credit, that would rock, please link to:
http://mycrimsonecstasy.com

~Katie

Love Heart Brush Freebie

2008-07-09T23:47:00.007-05:00

Love Heart Brush

Brush in ABR format, Image file included for PSP users

EX: (click to download)

(sunburst not a part of the actual brush)

Personal use only

Really high resolution brush, should be over 1500 pixels at it's widest point!

Please leave a comment if you download!

~Katie

The Mystery Freebie!

2008-07-09T23:47:00.005-05:00

...What could it be?

You'll have to DL it to find out!

[Click Here To Download @ 4shared.com]

Leave a comment here with your thoughts after you download!

~Katie

Kitty Doodles Brushes & a freebie!

2008-07-09T23:46:00.004-05:00

Kitty Doodles Brushes

Buy the high-resolution kitty doodles set for only $1.35!
Includes an image pack, and 5 kitty doodles in ABR format:

All brushes are styled after the kitties in my life... ^_^

Pick up an exclusive Freebie Pair Too!

Features a cool kitty face and a little mouse!

[Click Here For The 5 Kitties]

[Click Here For The Freebie]

Comments are welcome!

~Katie

Retro Girl Photo Frame Freebie

2008-07-09T23:44:00.002-05:00

I promised you guys a freebie right? Well, here it is! ^_^

To Save:

Right click and save to your own computer

There is a cut-out area to the left, if you highlight the image you can see it, it just won't show up against the white BG of my blog. ^_^

Terms Of Use:

Retro Girl Frame by Frances "Katie" Johns is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial 3.0 United States License.

To give credit, please provide a text-link to the following URL:

http://mycrimsonecstasy.com

Thank you! Please comment if you snag!

~Katie

Dotted Hearts v.2 Brushes + Image Pack ($) -- 6/18/08

2008-07-09T23:43:00.002-05:00

PREVIEW:

[Click Here For Details]

Please Note:
This is a pay-for item. If you'd like a free sample of similar brushes, see the freebie post before this one.

Thanks for reading!

~Katie

Dotted PS Brushes Freebie -- June 18th 2008

2008-07-09T23:41:00.001-05:00

"Dotted Brushes" - Made in PS CS3,
should be compatible with all PS versions 7 and up.

If using PSP, download ABR Viewer if you don't already have it, and export the thumbnails. Note that even if you do this, you still need to follow the TOU enclosed in the ZIP folder.

EXAMPLE:

Click Here To Download

Any questions? Ask them here!

Please comment the file on 4shared when you download!

Example Project:

Color Compliments Freebie

2008-07-09T23:37:00.002-05:00

Color Compliments Freebie

::Terms Of Use::
Use however you'd like.
Credit is appreciated, thanks are welcomed.

How To Save/Use:
Right-Click and save images to your computer.
Open in graphics editing program of choice.
Use appropriate tool to select colors from the images.

Lights:

Vibrants:

These were kind of fun to put together, if there are enough people willing to use them and say thank you, I might make more!

~Katie

Oi....get ready for some backlogged posts!

2008-07-09T23:21:00.002-05:00

*sigh*

I've been a very bad blogger ladies and gentlemen... I've been neglecting to update you all here with my latest freebies, instead posting them only on my first blog. I could blame half-a-dozen projects for interfering and gobbling up all my time, but when it comes down to it there just aren't enough hours in a day!

So keep your eyes peeled for me to be catching up until my most recent freebies, and then keeping you current from here on out!

Also, what do you all think of the new look? I'm a big fan, looks much more classy!

There's a linked icon in the upper right-hand corner for the RSS feed as well, so those of you who track posts with this method can sign right up.

~Katie

The Makeover Files - Lip Color Freebie

2008-06-02T12:56:00.002-05:00

I'm in the midst of developing a really interesting and fun project, that will hopefully grow to something large and wonderfull to work with. I know I enjoy touching up my own photos, glossing over that blemsih that just won't go away, or taking the shine off of my forehead, that no amount of powder seems to keep udner control. Imagine taking this sort of consmetic editing to the next level, adding actual foundation, eye shadow and lip color to your photos! Look like a model in photos you capture and share, and save hundreds of dollars in photo editing costs!

Sure, your results won't be quite the same as those of a professional photo editor, but as long as these aren't your modeling portfolio pics you're about to show to an agency to try and land a contract, you should be doing alright. ^_^

So click the link below to download, and try to leave a comment, even if it's just the letters "TY", to show that you're one of the considerate people who care, and would like to see more freebies!

PREVIEW:

[Click Here To Download]

~Katie

Gradient Obsession?

2008-05-28T13:57:00.002-05:00

Most know what I'm talking about when I ramble about gradients. For those that don't, a gradient is a blend between 2 or more colors, and there are a host of applications for them in graphics.

I'm mildly obsessed with them, especially for my "fun" graphics, that I make to get an idea out of my system, or just because I think they're cute/funny/etc. ^_^

So here is a set of 5 that I've made for you to enjoy! I have sets for Corel PSP XI and Adobe PS CS3. Will they work with other versions? Maybe, I couldn't tell you, as these are the only two versions of these programs I have...So I have also included a PNG pack in the downloads so you may create the gradient in your program of choice.

That being said, these gradients are liscensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 Unported license. Please visit this page (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0/) for more information. So though you might make them in your own program, they still fall under this license.

Click Here To Download PSP Set

Click Here To Download PS Set

~Katie

Little Black Skulls - Freebie!

2008-05-04T07:42:00.002-05:00

Last night I was inspired by my desktop wallpaper to make some cute little cartoon-y black skulls. Then, I gave them some headgear. ^_^

There are 4 graphics included in the download, in PNG file format, so most editing programs should open them!

PREVIEW:

[Click Here To Download]

NOTICE:
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 Unported License.

I'd love to see what you make with them!
Send all e-mails to Contact@mycrimsonecstasy.com

~Katie

Countries PS & PSP Brushes + PSP Tubes! ($)

2008-04-28T11:49:00.003-05:00

Liked the looks of the Cast Pewter Countries Pack? Now you can create your own effects and graphics using the same countries, in both PS and PSP formats!

The possibilities are endless for scrap and other graphics projects!

Click on each picture to get more information and order if you'd like!

Please send an e-mail to Contact@mycrimsonecstasy.com with a few details of your order for a thank you coupon!

Cast Pewter Countries Elements Pack!

2008-04-27T16:02:00.002-05:00

Check out the latest addition to the shop!

[Click Here To Order]

Please e-mail Contact@mycrimsonecstasy.com if you make an order for a special thank-you coupon, just let me know a few details about your order so I can double check!

~Katie

2 New Dog Tag Mini Kits For Sale!

2008-04-21T22:51:00.001-05:00

2 Dog Tag Mini Kits!

Click the images to view

Previews:

Please read description on product page before ordering!

Sign up for an account in order to have access to your downloads in the future!

~Katie

Crimson Flower Vector - $

2008-04-20T22:25:00.003-05:00

Crimson Vector Flower For Sale!

Preview:

Click Preview To Visit The Shop

Price: $4.50 US

Please read description on product page before ordering!

Sign up for an account in order to have access to your downloads in the future!

~Katie

Make Your Own Dog Tag Freebie

2008-04-08T21:42:00.003-05:00

A Preview of things to come, a make your own dog tag freebie! Put it on a chain, use the ball as a brad and fasten it to a layout, the possibilities are eveywhere!

{{DownLoad Here}}

Leave me some love on 4shared ladies!
~Katie

Web Design Freebies!

2008-03-21T19:11:00.002-05:00

Hello!

Haven't posted anything in a while, but I have a couple goodies for you all to enjoy!

First are a set of background tiles:

Download Here

And second a set of web style buttons:

Download Here

I'd love to see anything you've made with them, please comment here if you'd like to show me!

~Katie

Come Get Yourself Some Kitty Love (Freebie!)

2008-02-23T23:23:00.003-06:00

Come on down and get some kitty love!

Freebie Mini to celebreate the end of Fur Babies Week @ Crimson Ecstasy Graphics!

{{DownLoad Here}}

Leave me some love on 4shared ladies, this is my first scrap completely in Photoshop!

~Katie

Mardi Gras Grab Bag (Now For Sale)!

2008-01-25T00:08:00.001-06:00

Do You Digi-Scrap (Either full size or just tagging/layouts) ?
Would you be interested in a Mardi-Gras Theme Grab Bag?

Then Click The Bag To Get Your Goodies!

If you like this Grab Bag, and would like to see more like it, please

Includes:
*1 Make-Your-Own Alpha with 7 different backings
*Ribbon, Bling, Brads, Jewels, Frames
* Some Mardi Gras Themed Icon Bases
*A Few Bright & Funky Patterned Papers

[Purchase Here]

Please Comment If You Download, Thank You!

~Katie

Digi-Scrap Hearts Freebie Pack

2008-01-23T23:07:00.000-06:00

Here are some hearts I made while playing around with some new Goodies a friend gave to me!

Hope you enjoy them, I'd love to see anything you make with them!

~Katie

Red Hearts Scrap Pack

[.{ Download HERE }.]

Please see TOU included in the Zip File! Thank You! ♥ Katie

Icon Base Pack 2

2008-01-23T23:06:00.001-06:00

Here's another pack of Icon blanks, inspired by the background tiles I've been working on for my next series of layouts! Some really unique and funky stuff in here, I hope you all enjoy them as much as I did making them! ^_^

Bring on Set 2! :

{[Purchase Here]}

~Katie

Icon Bases Pack 1

2008-01-23T22:50:00.001-06:00

First set of Icons Made in PS CS3:

{[Purchase Here]}

~Katie

Welcome to Crimson Ecstasy @ Blogspot!

2008-01-09T21:26:00.000-06:00

Welcome to Crimson Ecstasy Graphics, now also on Blogspot!

Here you will find a little bit of everything, from my personal insights on life, to the more important things, like freebie supplies for Paint Shop Pro XI and Photoshop CS3, freebie digital scraps, and some full kits for sale!

A little bit of background:

Crimson Ecstasy Graphics was named after a poem I wrote in High School. I cannot find the whole peice to this day, that is the the only phrase from it that I remember. I started a MySpace Profile by the same name in December of 2006, offering custom freebie tags, snags, and layouts to the MySpace community.

I have since branched out to include a CafePress Shop (Crimson Ecstasy Designs), a website (MyCrimsonEcstasy.com) and now this blog! I am hoping to keep the ball rolling here in 2008, make some new freinds and create some great graphics!

On a more personal note, my name is Katie, and I am married to a US Army soldier, stationed in Ft. Campbell Kentucky since October of 2006. I am about to be 21 next week, and a SAHM to a wonderfull little man, who is my whole world. I am mommy to a few fur-babies too, and a tank full of fish. ^_^ Aside from graphics, I enjoy writing fantasy fiction, crocheting, beading, sewing, and paper scrapping!

Hopefully you all enjoy my work, and keep comming back to see the new things!

Hope ya'll have a great day!

~Katie