For Stephanie Daubek, scrapbooking is more than just a fun hobby. It's intrinsic to her everyday life, offering outlets for creativity, gratitude, and self-care. In this episode we chat about Stephanie's creative journey, including the role of stickers, the benefits to her mental health, and the richness added by the online community. Visit simplescrapper.com/syw260 for all the links mentioned in the episode. ✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently...

Neela Nalam discovered her passion for scrapbooking through a colleague, but she has sustained it by exploring new methods of storytelling. In this episode Neela shares how she stays excited about her hobby, including blending projects that offer more freedom with those that require a narrow focus. Our conversation features the wide range of creative products Neela uses as well as how she's turned her inspiration into education for others. Visit simplescrapper.com/syw259 for all the links...

Last year Robyn Montoya finished 14 scrapbook albums and mini books. In this episode I'm asking her all the questions about her process and productivity strategies, as well as how her personality plays into finishing. Robyn also shares how she approaches travel scrapbooking as well as popular projects like December Daily. Other topics include life in the midwest, tips for finishing Project Life, and projects Robyn is tackling this year. Visit simplescrapper.com/syw258 for all the links...

Kellie Turner is a long-time digital scrapbooker that you might know as @joelsgirl at the Sweet Shoppe and other digital communities. In this episode we're chatting about her life in Southeast Asia, her journey as a scrapbooker, and of course, her favorite things in digital scrapbooking. Our conversation also includes reflections on why Kellie scrapbooks and how she has stepped out of the guilt of being "behind" on her memory keeping. Visit simplescrapper.com/syw257 for all the links...

It's not uncommon for scrapbookers and creative planners to cross between worlds, leveraging their skills and interest for a new outlet. In this episode I'm chatting with Pascha Shepard about her journey into memory keeping through December Daily and how she blends function with artistry in her planners. Visit simplescrapper.com/syw256 for all the links mentioned in the episode. ✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

Justine Hovey knew she had to jump on the viral "I'm a..." trend, but with a crafting twist. After seeing her humorous take, I invited her to join me for this episode. We're chatting all about the realities of being craft consumer, stereotypes that perhaps go too far, and how to reconcile your feelings about stuff. Visit simplescrapper.com/syw255 for all the links mentioned in the episode. ✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently...

The announcement that Close to My Heart was closing its doors after decades, especially amidst other recent news, prompted renewed discussion about the state of the industry. In this episode I'm chatting with a (former) Closet to My Heart Maker about these changes, our online creative community, and the future of scrapbooking. Visit simplescrapper.com/syw254 for all the links mentioned in the episode. ✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently...

Sophie Delorme's career as a physician in a busy hospital has only strengthened her passion for scrapbooking. It is her self-care outlet and her means of expressing gratitude. Sophie is our featured artist for March, with her beautifully detailed work inspiring our latest collection of sketches and digital templates for Simple Scrapper members. In this episode you'll hear about her journey as a memory keeper, how she stays organized, and the supplies Sophie uses to achieve her layered,...

Projects offer a clear beginning and end, making them attractive to a wide variety of memory keepers. In this episode I'm chatting with Steph Grimes, a scrapbooker who finds gratitude and meaning through her creative projects. Our conversation includes how she selects which projects to take on and strategies for getting more photos of herself into her project albums. Visit simplescrapper.com/syw252 for all the links mentioned in the episode. ✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and...

Andrea Lake is on a mission to combine her passion for scrapbooking with her love of teaching, packing her calendar full of online and offline events this year. In this episode you'll get to hear about Andrea's evolution as a memory keeper, discover her current creative interests, and learn some of her favorite strategies for being productive. Andrea is our Featured Artist for February 2024 and this conversation will leave you thoroughly excited to create! Visit simplescrapper.com/syw251 for...

Sometimes there's a project you just have to do. Maybe you're not even sure why or how. That's exactly how Helen DeRam and I felt as we were discussing some of our creative desires and objectives for this year. What resulted from those patient, curious conversations is a year-long workshop for members called Aligned: Tending Your Creativity Season by Season. In this episode you'll hear the origins behind the project, how we are each approaching it, and some of our initial observations on the...

Maritza Parra teaches her students how to grow as an individual through art and journaling. In this episode we chat about her professional journey and the components of her Heartwork Journaling method. Our conversation introduces a unique approach to personal development that emphasizes insight and understanding as the outcome. Visit simplescrapper.com/syw249 for all the links mentioned in the episode. ✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently...

What's a girl to do when there are more stories than time? Tai Cortes had to find a way to balance her creative and memory keeping desires with intentional choices. In this episode she shares the exact strategies she uses to indulge her varied interests without getting overwhelmed. Visit simplescrapper.com/syw248 for all the links mentioned in the episode. ✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

As a busy teacher Miranda Webber often lacks time for herself, but she finds consistency in scrapbooking by committing to 15 minutes a day no matter what. In this episode you'll get to meet Miranda and hear where she focuses her efforts to ensure her hobby stays fun and fulfilling. Miranda is our January featured artist and a selection of her layouts inspired five new sketches and templates in our membership library! Visit simplescrapper.com/syw247 for all the links mentioned in the...

In this episode I'm joined by Peggy Collins and Amy Zwart, two members of our Simple Scrapper leadership team. We reflect a bit on 2023, but focus on how we're planning for 2024 both personally and for our creative community. This extended conversation features a range of scrapbooking favorites and our best advice for the New Year. Visit simplescrapper.com/syw246 for all the links mentioned in the episode. ✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently...

I love chatting with creativity coach Jill Allison Bryan because she consistently offers inspiring ideas and a grounding presence. In this episode I ask Jill to share how you can unpack a broader creative vision for your hobby and your life. Her insights provide a calm and clear foundation for this last week of the year. Visit simplescrapper.com/syw245 for the full show notes. ✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

I was excited to reconnect with Francine Clouden this year on Instagram. Back in the days where blog comments were our social media, we were both active followers of one another. Francine's work with The Organised Crafterbrain offers a lot of parallels with what we do here at Simple Scrapper, so I'm confident you will love this conversation. In the episode we chat all about bullet journals and planners as tools to help crafters follow through on their interests, projects, and dreams. Visit...

What if there were fewer 'hard parts' to scrapbooking? In this episode I'm chatting with digital scrapbooker and long-time creative team member Jen Johnson about the ways she simplifies her experience. Our conversation covers a wide range of topics, but centers on accepting permission to use creative starting points so that we can reap the mental health benefits of our hobby. Visit simplescrapper.com/syw243 for the full show notes. ✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start...

We all have a desire to remember and share our stories. Some of us choose to do that by scrapbooking with our photos. In this episode I'm chatting with Cathi Nelson of The Photo Managers about the real value of an organized photo library. Our conversation includes permission to break the "rules" and practical advice for moving forward. Visit simplescrapper.com/syw242 for the full show notes. ✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently...

Sometimes the sheer volume of our memories and photos can dampen the joy of scrapbooking. In this episode I'm chatting with Jaymee Da Rocha about her perspectives on the pace of memory keeping. Over the years Jaymee has chosen to shift her mindset and her creative approach to find more contentment with her hobby. Visit simplescrapper.com/syw241 for the full show notes. ✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

Traci Bautista celebrates the creative process throughout her work as a mixed media artist, educator, and paint maker. Emphasizing color swatching, inspiration boards, and sketchbooks, she focuses on how you can playfully develop ideas towards a finished work. Our conversation includes a look back at Traci's evolution, the role of AI in art making, and all of her favorite things right now. Visit simplescrapper.com/syw240 for the full show notes. ✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and...

Dorothy Guinan has scrapbooking figured out, focusing on a simple strategy to reduce overwhelm month after month. She's sharing that approach and so much more in this episode of our My Way series. As the Simple Scrapper featured artist for November, a selection of Dorothy's layouts inspired our latest collection of sketches and templates for our members. Our conversation offers solutions for regaining motivation, treating yourself, and finding joy in the small moments of life. Visit...

Reflection is a natural next step as we start to wind down the year and think towards 2024. In this casual, extended episode with Alissa Williams, we share observations on our creative processes, thoughts on emerging priorities, and a range of insights about how we'll be using our planners in the new year. Our conversation includes helpful tips for getting things done as well as honest discussion about our choices. Visit simplescrapper.com/syw238 for the full show notes. ✨ Get free access to...

Abbey Sy has long loved traveling, but it wasn't until she started documenting her experiences that she discovered more about herself and her travel style. In this episode we chat about her personal and professional journeys as well as how others can get started with the creative approach to travel memory keeping. This inspiring conversation will have you looking at your adventures in a whole new way! Visit simplescrapper.com/syw237 for the full show notes. ✨ Get free access to the SPARKED...