What happens when you go to school for fashion, but fall in love with graphic design? In this episode you'll hear Cecily Moore's story of finding her way as an artist and maker. We discuss her roots in memory keeping, the highlights and hard parts of building The Paper Curator, and why she's diversifying into new markets. This is a fascinating conversation that peels back the curtain on the products you love.

Links Mentioned

• Cecily's website: The Paper Curator
• Cecily on Instagram: @thepapercurator
• Cecily's Pinterest account
• Cecily's YouTube channel
• Cecily TikTok account
• Project Life
• Episode with Tracey Fox
• Shillington Program
• Procreate
• Cecily's Stamps at Dick Blick

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Cheryl Ashcraft has been a fixture of the digital scrapbooking community for well more than a decade. Known for her layered and maximalist style as both a scrapbooker and digital designer, Cheryl’s style is easily recognized by peers. In this episode you'll learn more about her creative journey and process.

Links Mentioned

• Cheryl's favorite recent layout: The Blues & Classical - Sweet Shoppe Gallery
• Beethoven Blues album on Spotify: Beethoven Blues
• Epson FastFoto FF-680W Wireless High-Speed Photo and Document Scanning System (*)
• Sweet Shoppe Designs
• Cheryl's business on Instagram: @fiddledeedeedesigns
• Cheryl's business Facebook page: Fiddle-Dee-Dee Designs
• Cheryl business Pinterest accoount: Fiddle-Dee-Dee Designs
• Cheryl's Newsletter: Fiddle-Dee-Dee Designs
• Cheryl on Instagram: @watchcherylscrap
• YouTube: Watch Cheryl Scrap
• Cheryl's personal Facebook page: Watch Cheryl Scrap
• Cheryl's Blog: Cheryl Ashcraft
• Cheryl's personal Pinterest account: Watch Cheryl Scrap
• Cheryl's layouts on Pinterest: My Digital Creations
• Adobe Photoshop Elements 2025
• The Lilypad
• pickleberrypop
• Affinity Photo 2
• Shutterfly
• Persnickety Prints
• Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
• Ali Edwards December Daily
• The Happy Planner
• Gallery Standouts
• Paige Taylor Evans
• ACDSee Photo Studio Software
• Procreate
• Snapseed App

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I'd been wanting to share some of my perspectives on structuring life in support of productivity and creativity, but it's been a January. (Are we officially saying that now?) And now that it's February, I can happily say I've found a bit of a groove.

In this episode I share my 2025 goals, routines, planning approach, and thoughts on how we (both I and you) can get things done. I don't claim to have it all figured out, but I can say that understanding my strengths and preferences helped me start building new systems that work even better.

I can't wait to hear your thoughts and curiosities after you listen. The comments are open for further discussion! I'd particularly love to know if you are also using multiple planners.

Links Mentioned

• A6 Hobonichi Techo Original English (*)
• A5 Sterling Ink Compact Common Planner
• A5 Wonderland222 All-in-One Unstacked
• Simple Scrapper Membership

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Kicking off another year of our Featured Artist series, this month we’ve been celebrating the work of Nikki Basque. A selection of her layouts inspired our new collection of sketches and templates, but Nikki’s creative interests run wide. Creating in many sizes and formats, including planners, she loves all things of the sweet and floral variety. We’re excited for you to meet Nikki and take a peek inside her hobby in this episode.

Links Mentioned

• Nikki on Instragram: @primandplanning
• Nikki's YouTube channel
• Cocoa Daisy
• Heba Alsibai’s Classic Spiral Notebook
• Becky Higgins Project Life
• Ali Edwards One Little Word
• Ali Edwards December Daily
• Ali Edwards Week In The Life
• Citrus Twist Life Crafted Albums
• BFF Sticker Club
• SYW117: Playtime with the BFF Sticker Club
• Illustrated Faith
• Minc machine (*)
• Cricut machine (*)
• Traci Reed: https://www.tracireed.com/
• Rosie’s Studio: https://www.rosiestudio.com/
• Scrapbook.com (*)

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Do you ever look at a layout and wonder how they fit so much on a single page? Tracey Fox is known for filling her scrapbook layouts edge to edge with multiple photos and abundant embellishments, all while keeping the story in focus. 

In this episode Tracey breaks down the strategies and process she uses to create in her signature style. Her secret for managing photos and documentation is a linchpin routine you'll want to hear! Tracey is host of #ScrappyChristmasinJuly and a Simple Scrapper Creative Team Member.

Links Mentioned

• Tracey's scrapbooking Instagram: @scrappylikeafox
• Tracey’s personal Instagram: @trrrracey
• Ali Edwards Week In The Life
• Ali Edwards Stories by the Month
• Becky Higgins Project Life
• Fabulous Adventures of Listgirl
• PicFrame app
• Print To Size app

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Make your creative hopes a reality as you prepare for 2025 with this final episode of 2024. I'm sharing ideas for transforming scrapbooking aspirations into concrete plans, addressing common challenges scrapbookers face. From establishing regular workflows to tackling photo management and workspace organization, this short and sweet episode is packed with tips to help you find more satisfaction in your scrapbooking journey.

Links Mentioned

• Simple Scrapper Membership
• Cas Aarssen's Clutterbug system
• Day One app
• Ali Edwards December Daily
• Ali Edwards Week In The Life

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What if a 6-minute video could capture an entire year of memories? In this episode you'll hear Natalie Strand explain her process for compiling video clips into an annual project. We discuss the role of video within the context of her memory keeping along with the challenges and benefits of working with this format. Our conversation also highlights how creating in different ways satisfies differing needs and why that is so important to understand.

Links Mentioned

• Natalie on Instagram: @natalie.strand
• Natalie’s Blog: Vegetablog
• Natalie’s YouTube channel: Natalie Strand
• Instagram Junk Journal
• Project Life
• 1 Second Everyday app
• ‎Apple iMovie
• Backblaze

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"In the end we just want our children to be happy, healthy, and see a positive future ahead of them." 

Scrapbooking our tweens, teens, and young adult children often comes with challenges as they explore how they want to show up in the world, not to mention our photos of them. So when Beatrice Semo's child (who prefers he/him or they/them pronouns today) came out as gay and transgender, new worries about understanding and acceptance were added to her roles as mom and memory keeper.

In this episode Beatrice shares the story of navigating family photo displays, past scrapbook albums, and personal journaling during their coming out and evolving transition. She discusses some of the specific decisions that felt right for them as well as the grace needed to navigate these changes. This is an open-hearted discussion that highlights the roles of communication and collaboration in a new season of life.

Links Mentioned

• Beatrice on Instagram: @whimsicalcraftycrafts
• From the Human Rights Campaign: Transgender and Non-Binary People FAQ

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When you have a passion, sharing it comes naturally. Rebeca Ruiz is a paper scrapbooker with a traditional style who loves the process of creating and teaching others along the way. You’ll find her leaning on bright white backgrounds, added texture, and lots of layers to celebrate the products she works with. In this episode Rebeca shares her origins in scrapbooking as well as all the things she loves most!

Links Mentioned

• Rebeca’s Blog
• Rebeca on Instagram: @Rebeca_Ruiz01
• Rebeca’s Facebook page
• Rebeca’s YouTube channel
• Creative Memories
• Scrapbook & Cards Today Magazine
• Simple Stories (*)
• Prima (*)
• Copic Markers (*)
• Meghann Andrew Classes at SCT
• Vicki Boutin

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Is your scrapbooking deeply satisfying? Let's figure it out and make a plan for 2025. This episode offers an introduction to the eighth year of the Planning Party and serves as a companion guide to the Planning Workbook. The workbook and associated events are free, but do require registration at the link below.

✨ Register for the Planning Party at simplescrapper.com/plan25