Truth be told, Project Life is all the rage. In honor of this momentous hobby, Crate Paper put together a dynamic, inspiring team of Project Life Experts. These gals, like most out there, are filling small pockets with daily inserts, giving the day-to-day a permanent place to rest. We asked if they might like to share their journey with us while highlighting some of Crate's stylish designs. Excitedly they agreed and so, each has claimed a Friday as "her" own and will be sharing a first-hand look at Project Life in the making. The official title of this new feature is "Project CP Life". Give a cheerful "Hello" to our four-member PL Team!
Hi! My name is Naomi Atkins, and I'm so happy to be a part of the Crate Paper design team! Crate has always, and still continues to be, my favorite paper company. I co-own a business, Inspired and Enchanted Photography, and we have a very vintage style. My love for Crate Paper's vintage, beautiful style is a perfect match for what we try to create with our photography. Our favorite places to shop for props are antique stores, flea markets and thrift shops! Photography is a second career for me, one I fell in love with after my love affair for paper began! I started having children, and wanted to take better pictures of them. I had taught law classes at a college for eight years, so with my business and legal background, it was the right fit for me to start a business where I could work at home. Along with traditional layouts, I will be working on some "Project Life" layouts this year...so once a month, I'll be sharing a Project Life layout for those of you who love documenting those every day moments and using your beautiful Crate Paper supplies to help you out! Project Life is so versatile..you can do as much or as little with it as you like! I'm a big fan of making things pretty, so Crate Paper is the perfect accompaniment to my PL pages for those weeks when I have a little extra time. I'm so grateful to be a part of this amazing team and can't wait to see everyone's gorgeous creations this year!
My name is Janna - I'm a 34 year old full-time artist from Germany. I grew up in Oldenburg (Oldbg.) and moved back after living in Leipzig for 6 years. I'm a "real" Northern German girl, treasuring the flat country and a cup of tea in the afternoon.
I live in a house with a small garden and a pond, together with my Danish husband, Jesper, our dog, Sindri, two rabbits and a few "foster" goldfish. I spend a lot of time in my studio which is the first floor of our house. Here is where I craft, paint, take photos and work on the computer.
My love for papercrafts and mixed media art evolved in 2010 when a friend introduced me to scrapbooking. Since then, I have been working together with well-known papercrafting companies, magazines and artists. Furthermore, I'm teaching scrapbooking and mixed media classes (online and in-person).
Hi, I'm Megan Klauer! Being a mom of 3, I love to escape to the world of creating and scrapbooking as often as possible. It's as much about relaxing and being creative as it is about capturing and share those stories for future generations. I strive to journal on my layouts as much as I can; even if it's just a short sentence or two. I keep a blog that serves as my online "art journal". When I'm not chasing my little ones around, I also do on-location photography; where I chase other little ones around with my camera in hand.
Hi Everyone, Piradee Talvanna here! I've always been a crafty person, continuously creating or doing something, and was introduced to the world of scrapbooking in 2008, when I relocated from Thailand to Singapore for work (I'm originally from Bangkok). It was there that I walked into my first scrapbook store and quickly became addicted to all the beautiful papers and fun embellishments. Scrapbooking not only allows me to explore and challenge my creativity, but also, helps me de-stress after a long day at work; as I scrap away the wonderful memories that hubby and me are creating here. I've also had the opportunity to be published in several magazines including Creating Keepsakes, Cards, Scrapbook Trends, Scrapbook Inspirations and Scrapbook Memories, as well as being part of the Creating Keepsake Magazine Dream Team 2011, 2012 and currently, 2013.
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Twelve month and counting, the Crate Paper 2013 Design Team (& Project CP Life Team) is looking forward to bringing a boost of creative ideas from Crate Paper's newest collections. To celebrate this happy moment, we've something special up for grabs - yes, a giveaway!! How would you like a'pick at one of Crate's new collection kits? We'll even throw in a few extra matching embellishments for fun :) Tell us what matters most to you in visiting the Crate Paper blog (What do you LOVE see ?). You have until January 29th (11:59pm Central Time) to submit a comment. Please include your first name and last initial, and also, your home state! The randomly chosen winner will announce January 31st. We take great pride in your feedback, so don't leave without commenting!
I love all the inspiration the talented design team offers. I especially enjoy tutorials. It would be fun to see a sketch included with a layout. Because they are stripped back it makes it easy to scraplift my favorite layouts. I'm such a fan of Crate Paper! Thank you for a great blog!
Melissa S
Idaho
Posted by: Melissa | January 28, 2013 at 07:28 AM
I visit the Crate Paper blog every day!! I love the variety of inspiration,styles and personality each designer brings to the table. It's like checking in with friends everyday!
Amber E.
Rochester, MN
Posted by: amber engelhardt | January 28, 2013 at 07:33 AM
I love seeing peoples projects...they are inspiring, and sometimes when I'm in a funk, they help get me out of that funk!
tammy k, huntington beach, CA
Posted by: Tammy | January 28, 2013 at 07:41 AM
Hi,
The colors combos of your products are so cheerful and I just LOVE it!
Your Creative Team designs are very inspiring and I love this, too :)
Noga M.
Israel
(not sure if it's open to non-US, but you said you would like to read the feedback... so just keep me out of the giveaway if it's only for the US readers...)
Posted by: Noga | January 28, 2013 at 07:43 AM
I love all the great inspiration these ladies have already provided, and can't wait to see what they come up with next!
I LOVE to see multi-photo layouts. Most of my pages have more than one photo, so I love seeing other people's way of scrapping more than one photo in a beautiful way.
Heather V.
Michigan
Posted by: Heather V | January 28, 2013 at 07:52 AM
I love seeing the different projects that the designers do & tips. It inspires me with my own projects!
Peggy M.
PA
Posted by: Peggy M. | January 28, 2013 at 07:55 AM
I love to see all of the beautiful scrapbook pages! Would love to see a step by step process of putting a page together! I always love seeing into someone's creative process.
Brenna C.
Manitoba
Posted by: Brenna | January 28, 2013 at 07:56 AM
awesome inspiration! I love what the design team does with your awesome products! Thanks for the wonderful giveaway!
Posted by: Jennifer Haggerty | January 28, 2013 at 07:58 AM
Such lovely creations. I would love to see more of the large variety of ways to match up your fabulous designs.
Posted by: Maureen | January 28, 2013 at 08:00 AM
My favorite part of the blog is seeing how the design team works with the products. It's such an inspiration for me and I check back often.
Amanda C from Indianapolis, IN
Posted by: Amanda Cooper | January 28, 2013 at 08:02 AM
Well, the main thing I love to see here is your product! I mean, I am a HUGE Crate paper fan! But a close second is seeing how your amazing creative team members use you products ... they are so inspiring!
Posted by: Becky Garrison | January 28, 2013 at 08:06 AM
Love the new lines! I like seeing techniques featured on the site... incorporating mixed media with the amazing products... using die-cutting machines, inking, watercolor, gesso...- Alisa L. in Oregon
Posted by: Alisa Logue | January 28, 2013 at 08:08 AM
The incredible inspiration!
Nancy L.
Florida
Posted by: Nancy L. | January 28, 2013 at 08:08 AM
What's important for me to see in the blog is a variety of projects using a variety of media.
Jessica G in NH
Posted by: Jessica G. | January 28, 2013 at 08:10 AM
I love seeing cards the most. I would love to see more altered projects!
Amanda C, Idaho
Posted by: Amanda Coleman | January 28, 2013 at 08:11 AM
I adore visiting to see all of the products in use. It always helps to get the creative juices flowing. Thanks for the chance to win!
Posted by: Charissa M (Akihasmomma) | January 28, 2013 at 08:13 AM
I most enjoy the fantastic projects on the blog. I get so much inspiration from them. (Jena B. from CA)
Posted by: Jena Baker | January 28, 2013 at 08:15 AM
Congrats to the new team! What matters most to me is cards and layouts. I like seeing a diversity of different styles, not just one style. I love seeing new and innovative ideas.
Posted by: Kate Vickers | January 28, 2013 at 08:16 AM
i've really enjoyed the challenges you've had in the past....hope the color one is coming back ;) Carol M from Vegas
Posted by: CarolM | January 28, 2013 at 08:22 AM
I love all the inspiration! Everything is beautiful and gets my creativity going again!
Posted by: Jeanne J | January 28, 2013 at 08:23 AM