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Supplies:
Postcard, flowers, photo corners: Melissa Frances Postcard Kit, SF 930
Swirl: Melissa Frances Fall Chipboard, GN 128
Glitter: Classic Glitter Collection, AU 03
Other: white acrylic paint, cardboard
How to:
Hi, my name is Johanna Tønnessen, a 27 year old girl from Norway - on internet people know me as bibbi. I have made cards for about 11 years. I got married in April this year, and thanks to my wonderful husband I have now the opportunity to be a full time cardmaker! My motto is to always add 'the little extra'
Here are some beautiful projects by Johanna...
Q: Do you typically use sketches or do you 'freestyle' while scrapbooking?
A: I always start with a sketch. Always. However, I almost always veer away from the sketch! It just helps me to get started.
Q: What time of day are you most creative?
A: I only work when my son is napping or at school (2 mornings a week). I try not to work any other time. So, I have to force myself to be creative in that 3 hour window. :)
Q: Do you listen to music, watch TV or movies while you create?
A: I usually have the TV on for noise - I don't really watch it. Sometimes it is the Ellen Show and sometimes HGTV. Other times? Kenny Chesney on iTunes. And if my girls are scrapbooking with me, we listen to the Jonas Brothers, of course. :)
Q: What embellishment do you find yourself reaching for over and over again?
Buttons. And buttons. And more buttons! It is the perfect way to add a "handmade" touch to any project. I also like machine stitching and gems.
Q: You are called upon to create a large number of projects, what do you do to nurture you own creativity so that your well doesn't dry?
A: This is tough for me. I often feel my things look the same or are boring. When this happens, I reach for my sketch book and hope for some inspiration.
We would like to welcome our September guest designer, Nichol Magouirk!
SCRAPBOOKING:
When and how did you get into scrapbooking? I purchased the first scrapbooking kit that was offered on QVC and a copy of Creating Keepsakes was included...I was hooked and it's been a crazy obsession ever since!
What is your favorite Melissa Frances Product?
Patterned papers! (always) I am a patterned paper hoarder!
What music (if any) do you listen to while you scrap? Sometimes I enjoy music and sometimes silence. Lately I've been listening to my itunes library a lot. I like almost all genres of music except for country. I have pretty eclectic music tastes.
What do you like to snack on while you scrap?
Nothing. I almost always have a glass of water and/or a Coke.
How would you describe your scrapbooking style?
Clean lines, detailed. I like embellishments and texture. :)
What is more important to you…getting the photos into albums, or indulging in creativity? Definitely indulging in creativity!
Where do you find inspiration?
Other scrapbookers for sure! I love checking out blogs and the internet for inspiration.
Do you like to crop with others or scrap alone? Usually alone.
How has scrapbooking changed your life? I definitely take photos that I might have otherwise have overlooked. I remember to write down funny and cute things my kids say because I want to make sure and scrapbook those memories.
What is one scrapbooking tool, you can't live without? Computer! (and my paper trimmer!)
What format do you scrap? (12x12, 8.5x11 etc)? 12x12
Which do you prefer? Scrapbook layouts, cards, altered projects? Layouts & Cards!
Do you have any organization or time saving tips you could share?
Clean up after each project. (I struggle with this myself but I am SO much more creative when I have a clean work surface!
Here are some of the beautiful projects she created using Melissa Frances products...
Don't forget to check out her blog at http://www.nicholmagouirk.typepad.com/
it seems that there are lots of you out there in blog land with lots of Back To School photos...and miss Vicky Harvey has a beautiful layout to inspire you today...
You may be unaware that in addition to her Melissa Frances scrapbooking line, Melissa also runs Heart & Home Collectables the parent company of Melissa Frances. For years she has had her pulse on reinventing and reinterpreting the vintage feeling of yesteryear with products that combine the best of vintage with modern colors, pallets and mediums.
It was with complete pleasure that this weekend we saw the following page in People magazine featuring the nursery of Jennifer Lopez's twins and realized that she chose some Heart & Home Collectable products to decorate their over-the-top beautiful room. The image on the bottom right shows 2 wall plaques and hangers holding christening gowns. The wall plaques and hangers are both Heart & Home products! So please join us in congratulating Melissa on this well deserved press!
Here is a closer look at the beautiful products Jennifer chose for her nursery...
