OK, Kim, I think this link covers your siggy question:
Splitcoaststampers Site Posting Rules
Also, the
HELP link at the
very top right corner of most pages of the site can definitely be your friend!!
As far as the fan club, I guess it's a personal choice. I have been a member since I joined. I was mostly a traditional card maker/scrapper and gradually moved over to primarily digi. I have become accustomed to having access to everything and enjoy the option of viewing the Fan Club and Dirty Dozen (specially selected crafters) sections. I also like to support the site because it has been such a source of friendship and crafting info. to me over the years.
But probably my main reason these days is that I like being able to post on Sundays (there is no-uploading on Sundays for non-members) and no wait time for approval on other days.
Come back over to the Digiscrap Challenges forum where we have more interaction...
Digital Scrapbooking - Splitcoaststampers
I have the forum bookmarked in my browser and automatically go there when I sign on to SCS.