Some scrapbookers seem to being creating constantly! How do they find the time? In this episode I'm chatting with Erica Thompson, aka Erica Rose, about how she stays motivated and productive as a mom to six kids. Our conversation includes tips for juggling multiple projects, creating when you don't feel like it, and staying organized when you have a lot of product.

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How do some scrapbookers get all that journaling on their pages? In this episode I'm joined by Jeanne Williams,  a memory keeper who loves to document the stories of her life, especially the small ones. We'll explore her creative process with an aim to find helpful strategies for storytelling on your scrapbook pages.

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Natasha Pytlik personalized her own path in memory keeping, focusing on the hobby as a healing tool as she navigated chronic pain and illness. Today she is using her strategy-oriented brain to serve other creatives as a virtual assistant. Our conversation focuses on the importance of self-compassion to design a fulfilling life in work and in play.

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Scrapbooking has taught Linda Jordan to pay attention to the little details in her life. It has been an important tool for personal reflection and growth over the years, but her main goal is to keep the hobby fun. In this episode Linda shares what makes her creative process work, including approaches for planning, organization, and experimentation.

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Lyn Battaglino focuses on documenting her life today and the recent past through an intentionally-selected suite of projects, including Project Life, October Daily, and December Daily. In this episode Lyn shares the thoughts behind her decisions and the strategies she employs to scrapbook with consistency.

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Paige Evans is know for her bright, detailed scrapbook pages that put patterned paper on a pedestal. Most often these days she's crafting with her own signature line with American Crafts. In this episode we're going deep into the strategies, tools, and techniques Paige uses to be a prolific paper artist. You'll learn surprising details, secrets of her process, and what to expect from her new book!

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Melissa Burnett has developed a scrapbooking workflow that includes a monthly cycle of photo management, sketch planning, and layout creation. In this episode we're exploring what makes Melissa a happy, productive scrapbooker and there's no doubt her monthly rhythm is at the core! In our conversation you'll not only hear specific suggestions, but encouragement to refine your own process.

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Tina Keyner is dedicated scrapbooker who transitioned to smaller formats, in part because of a shift in her storytelling as an empty-nester. But no matter the size, her bold and colorful style always catches your eye. In this episode you'll hear how Tina's history influenced her value of memories, how the subject matter impacts her creative choices, and the one thing she absolutely must include on every page!

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Crafters and artists often see their passions evolve over time; it's just part of being creative. But with these shifts come (sometimes difficult) choices and navigation of that messy middle. In this episode I'm joined by Lauren Hooper, an artist and art educator who has followed her dreams around the world. We chat about stepping away from a popular brand she co-founded, leaning in to her 'people person' strengths, and shaping a new vision for her creative life.

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In this episode I'm chatting with Mandy Ford about her recently-released book, Field Guide to the Soul. We discuss her creative evolution from being an avid scrapbooker to illustrator and online educator, as well as the symbolism of her One Little Word in her personal journey. I particularly connected with the context of nature that Mandy brings to her work.

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