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 mentioned in the episode. ✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently a ..read more

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 mentioned in the episode. ✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at&n ..read more

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 mentioned in the episode. ✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at&nbs ..read more

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 ..read more

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 at simplescrapper.com/sparked ..read more

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, feminine, and floral style. Visit simplescrapper.com/syw253 for all the links mentioned in the episode. ✨ Ge ..read more

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 all the links mentioned in the episode. ✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooki ..read more

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 Winter season. Visit simplescrapper.com/syw250 for all the links mentioned in the episode. ✨ Get free ..read more

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 at simplescrapper.com/sparked ..read more

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 ..read more