Before closing the curtain on the 2015 Design Team commencement ceremony, there is one more paper crafter awaiting introduction. She is a special gal to us and the creative community as a whole thanks to her everlasting sweet southern charm and exceptional card making abilities–say 'hello' to Melissa Phillips.
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I jumped into the paper-crafting world as a card-maker and it still continues to be a favorite focus of mine, but I have taken the leap into scrapbooking, gift-wrap and packaging, mini albums, and altered items as well. Any opportunity I have to create with pretty paper, and I am happy as can be. My style is more on the soft, shabby, worn, and loved end of the spectrum. I love vintage, heirloom, timeless, classic, and all things related such as florals, lace, buttons, feminine images, etc. I am fascinated with eras from our past and incorporating things from days-gone-by. It creates a sense of connectedness that I yearn for and am drawn to. I have been creating since just after my little girl came along, 11 years ago. I didn't jump into the paper-crafting world though until about 2007. I have absolutely loved being a part of this industry from the beginning and it still brings me so much happiness and joy today. Allowing myself to be creative brings healing, happiness, and absolute contentment to my life.
BLOG: Lilybean Paperie
PINTEREST: lilybeanpaperie
FACEBOOK: Melissa Phillips
My favorite Crate Paper collection is always the current collection, so right now I am crazy about Open Book. Looking back though, I am always drawn to the sweet, soft, and pastel side of each collection. It's always so easy to adapt each collection to my individual style, such as with the double sided paper offering different patterns. The dimensional elements, sparkle, and delicate details associated with each new collection hook me immediately. I can't think of a Crate element I haven't loved.
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And there it is, the 2015 Crate Paper Design Team in its entirety! Congratulations to the new CP Gals:
MARCY PENNER
MARIA LACUESTA
JENNIFER CHAPIN
REBECCA LUMINARIAS
MELISSA PHILLIPS
LAETITIA POISSY
In conjunction with this fresh set of AMAZING designers is Crate Paper's longstanding DT coordinator, Christine Middlecamp. Her attention to detail and love of layers is a mainstay, always.
A quick shout-out before departing–Crate Paper is hosting a goodie bag GIVEAWAY at its Facebook page this week. Check it out >> CRATE PAPER.
Yay for Melissa! LOVE her style!
Posted by: ~amy~ | January 27, 2015 at 02:59 AM
I am so impressed with the DT! What a great group of creative girls!!
Posted by: Laura Turcotte | January 27, 2015 at 05:22 AM
Fabulous group of gals ! Congrats ladies. Cn't wait to see more from you gals !
Posted by: Netra Bates | January 27, 2015 at 06:34 AM
I spotted that and have entered in the desperate hope I might yet win the gorgeous Journey collection.
Posted by: Debbiesiddle | January 27, 2015 at 06:35 AM
every day i checked back with fingers and toes crossed hoping that melissa would be on the team again and here she is. happy, happy sigh. what a fantastic team you have put together!
Posted by: kelly | January 27, 2015 at 07:53 AM
What an amazing design team! I'm especially excited to see Melissa as a returning design team member. I just love her vintage style!
Posted by: Romy | January 27, 2015 at 10:32 AM
Congratulations to this year's team! What an amazing group you all are. Can't wait to be inspired by your magnificent creations. :)
Posted by: Anabelle | January 28, 2015 at 12:06 PM
CONGRATS to all!! I think Melissa Phillips and Crate Paper were made for each other :)
Posted by: Renee V. | February 13, 2015 at 03:30 PM