All I did was go over to LJ, simply download it to the PC and then upload from the PC...
I did use a purchased app that shrinks/enlarges photos with minimal distortion. I was going to include the link but when I realised how expensive it was, I left it out... I've used it for years and the upgrade costs have been reasonable.
If your first cut is too short... Take the second cut from the longer end... LBD