“What I most love about scrapbooking…is that every time I fill a page with photographs, quotes, and mementos, I am collecting proof of a good life.”
— Amy Tangerine, Craft a Life You Love
Big Dreams Daily Joys with Elise Blaha Cripe
No matter your age, it is never too late to start something new that is on your heart or that you’ve been dreaming about. That is one piece of wisdom that today’s guest, Elise Blaha Cripe and I discuss from her book, 100 Pep Talks…
Podcast: SAVORing the Season
Don’t you remember those incredible summers when you were growing up? Ones that were full of freedom and enjoyment? On today’s solo episode, I am talking about taking the time to savor the most sun and fun of this season. Just because we’re all grown up doesn’t mean our sense of wonder has to end…
Violeta's Show Time Layout
Hello! This is Violeta Scrap and today I want to show you a new layout that I have made with the Amy Tangerine’s collection Stay Sweet…
Brush Lettering Workshop is back!
Exciting news. We’re back! After a bit of a hiatus to focus on many other projects, I am so pleased to announce that my modern brush lettering course is back by popular demand! So many of you have been asking about learning brush lettering and we have decided to re-release it for a limited time!
Podcast: Beginning Your Inner Work with Heidi Stevens
If you’re feeling stuck in your 9 to 5 or you keep toying with the idea of turning your side hustle a full-time gig then this is the episode is for you. What does it feel like to break through the conventional path set out for you and chase after a dream? It’s very different for everyone but many people experience a certain amount of fear. After all, it isn’t easy to embrace those big unknowns in the beginning. Today I am joined by my friend, Heidi Stevens, an entrepreneur who built a 7-figure real estate business but couldn’t help but feel that something was missing…
Podcast: The 4 Ps of a Happy Life with Stephanie Fleming
Using a planner is a game changer when it comes to figuring out your plans, goals and how to take action to make them happen. Today I am chatting with Stephanie Fleming, co-founder of me & my BIG ideas®, the creators of The Happy Planner®…
New Collection: Slice of Life!
Can you believe it’s that time again to share the news about another collection with American Crafts?! Slice of Life feels like we’ve put a fresh twist on the richness and fullness of the everyday…
Podcast: One Little Word with Ali Edwards
Do you have a mantra or word that you live by? For me, there is something so powerful in choosing a word that can be a focal point to help guide your life’s journey. On today’s episode, I am joined by Ali Edwards, designer, blogger, workshop instructor and author.
Family Fun and Go Wild Vegas 2019
The past few months have been packed with all kinds of incredible adventures and since I’ve started focusing on the word “savor”, I’ve been intentional about my work and family time fusing in the best ways. I wanted to share some highlights from my time in Vegas last month. It was a trip full of firsts. It was my first time at the Go Wild conference, my first time at the Grand Canyon and my first time riding in a helicopter. All in all, it was an incredible time. I wanted to share three highlights from the trip…
Podcast: The Beauty of Life’s Moments with Stacy Julian
When you are going through your day to day life, be sure to remember to tap into the beauty of the little moments. Often times, it’s easy to forget that rainbows only come after a storm. That is exactly what we are going to be chatting about with today’s guest, Stacy Julian…
Be Happy Launch Party!!
The feedback and excitement over my Be Happy Box collaboration with The Happy Planner has been so amazing. Your enthusiasm and happiness has meant the world to me. That’s why when the team suggested months ago that we kick off the box with an official launch party, I said yes!! The only thing that would have made it more perfect is if the venue was big enough to hold everyone who wanted to come.
Be Happy Box Reveal!
I’m so happy to unveil this project for you! This has been in the works for quite some time and I can’t wait for you to see all the amazing goodies in my Be Happy Box collaboration with The Happy Planner! The box officially launches June 10th at 6AM PST…
Podcast: Embracing Your Emotions with Randy Taran
Exciting news! For my most recent episode of the podcast, I was joined by Randy Taran, Founder and CEO of Project Happiness, an organization dedicated to reaching at least 10 million people with their message of kindness, happiness and empathy…
Podcast 002: Let Your Colors Shine with Cathy Heller
In this life, you have to give yourself permission to take action and go for what you want. You have something valuable that the world needs. You can do so much by simply opening your heart, being messy and beginning. On today’s episode, I am joined by a friend of mine and fellow podcaster, Cathy Heller. We chat about failing forward and the importance of taking action. She shares how she got to this point in her career, the failures that she has faced along the way and how she overcomes limiting beliefs. We discuss giving yourself permission to share your gift and how to look at failures as opportunities…
Design Team: Zinia's DIY Minibooks
Hello everyone! It’s Zinia here and today I’m back with a really fun project to share with you. I don’t know about you, but when I scrapbook, I tend to pick pattern papers with simple designs like stripes and dots. Although I love more complicated and busy patterns, from time to time, I feel intimidated to use them. I know I’m not alone in this so if you feel the same, I have a really cute project that’s perfect to use all those gorgeous patterns that are a bit more challenging to use on scrapbook layouts…
Major News!
I’m so excited to tell you this and I’ve hinted at it for months. Today I’m dropping the first episode for my brand new podcast, Craft A Life You Love. This project has been on my heart for such a long time. I’m so excited for you to hear it…
5 Tips for Giving Your Backyard the Perfect Summer Makeover
Chances are, you need more sunshine in your life. I know I do! The possibilities for getting in that Vitamin D are endless (just don’t forget to lather on the sunscreen). But before you start checking flights to the nearest tropical destination, pause and look no further than your own porch or backyard…