American Crafts the Color of Memories 2013 Lace 12x12 Scrapbook

We are so excited to announce this festive collection for fall! Autumn Crisp is our newest collection and we are loving the warm palette and colorful graphics. We hope you enjoy it! Let's take a look...

Experience the warm glow of autumn with the cozy colors of Autumn Crisp from American Crafts. Grab a sweater and experience the seasonal delights of autumn: images of colorful leaves, bright pumpkins, and cute critters are presented in a pleasant palette of scarlet red, burnt orange, mustard yellow, and pistachio. This collection is the perfect pick for welcoming the colorful fall season!

This festive line offers 12 double-sided patterned papers, sticker sheets, puffy stickers, cardstock shapes, and photo overlays – detailed with gold foil accents. Completing the collection are button embellishments, wood paper clips, a wood phrase stamp, and clear stamps.

Thanks for stopping by! Love what you see? We are giving away an Autumn Crisp prize pack to one lucky winner! Just leave a comment below telling us why you love the collection. A winner will be selected at random and announced on Thursday, October 3rd.

Name: Lilith Eeckels

Location: Bertogne, Belgium

Blog: lilithandscrap.blogspot.com

Instagram: @lilitheeckels

Twitter: @LilithEeckels

Pinterest: pinterest.com/lilith

Short bio: Hi. I'm Lilith. I was born in Leuven, Belgium on 26th January 1979. As a child I grew up in South Africa and my parents moved back to Europe when I was a teenager and settled in the Grand Duchy of Luxemburg. I now live in the South of Belgium in the Ardennes. I am a mother to four marvellous but mischievous boys (Damien, Noé (9), Robin (6) and Elouan (3)) and have been married to the most wonderful man for 11 years. I'm a foreign language teacher. I teach Dutch and English to French speaking students and I LOVE it. Besides my passion for languages and teaching, there is also music, photography and on the top of my list SCRAPBOOKING. I started just after getting married as I wanted to make a wedding album. I really got hooked when my two eldest boys were born in 2003 and I haven't stopped since. It helps me unwind from my hectic days being a mum and teaching teenagers. Scrapbooking has made me realise that I can be creative and I love documenting my family's life. It has made me become more confident and willing to have a go.

Favorite thing to scrap: I love scrapping photos of my boys. They make me happy and inspire me.

Favorite American Crafts product: Patterned Paper. I am a paper addict.

5 fun facts:

1. My feet and hands are ALWAYS freezing cold even in summer.

2. I love tea and drink it all day long. My all time favourite is Rooiboos tea which is a plant from South Africa where I grew up as a child. It brings back fond memories.

3. As a child I wanted to be an opera singer and I still do.I love to sing.

4. I have an extremely high pain threshold. I never get any anesthesia when I go to the dentist as I don't feel a thing. That probably explains why I didn't think childbirth was too bad.

5. I hope one day I'll be able to combine my passion for teaching with my love for scrapbooking.

WE ARE SO GOOD TOGETHER by Lilith Eeckels

Supplies: A Lister Paper (366029) - Amy Tangerine Cut&Paste, Section 1 Paper (366033) - Amy Tangerine Cut&Paste, Bebe's Bubbles Paper (366035) - Amy Tangerine Cut&Paste, Envelope Paper (366045) - Amy Tangerine Cut&Paste, Cut&Paste Corners (366067) - Fabric, Good Stuff stickers (366066) - Sticker Book, Amy Tangerine SEALED stamp (366080) - Rotary Phrase Stamp, Cut&Paste Die Cut Shapes (366068) - BITS, Typed tiny alpha/phrase stickers (366071) - Remarks, Cut&Paste Adhesive Chipboard Pieces (366074) - BITS, Cut&Paste Premium ribbon (366062) - Premium Ribbon

TRUEST OF TRUE by Lilith Eeckels

Supplies: Terrific Tunes Paper (366170) - Polka Dot Party, Warm Welcome Paper (366160) - Polka Dot Party, Polka Dot Party 6x6 pad (366214) - Dear Lizzy 6x6 pad, Polka Dot Party accent& phrase stickers (366196) - Perforated Sticker Book, Polka Dot Party Epoxy stickers (366198) - Epoxy Stickers, Polka Dot Party Wood stamps (366212) - Wood Stamps, Polka Dot Party resin flowers (366203) - Adhesive Layered Resin Flowers, Amy Tangerine SEALED stamp (366080) - Rotary Phrase Stamp

Lilith says, "My style changes depending on the photo, the products I'm using or the design I am trying to incorporate. The top priority when I create is to have fun, whatever style it is."

Name: Kelly Goree

Location: Shelbyville, KY

Blog: kellygoree.blogspot.com

Instagram: @kelly_goree

Twitter: @kellygoree

Pinterest: pinterest.com/KellyGoree

Short bio: When it comes to design and décor, Kelly Goree is completely eclectic. She constantly strives to incorporate things she loves within a wide variety of design styles and color palettes to keep things interesting and exciting (much to her husband's dismay). Her love of color, quirky elements and bold patterns carries over to her self-proclaimed "classic with a twist" scrapbooking style. In 2006 Kelly had the honor of being a Memory Makers Master and since then has worked with many leaders of the scrapbooking industry including American Crafts, BasicGrey, Simple Stories, Technique Tuesday, and Queen & Company. She currently enjoys being on the design team for Scrapbook & Cards Today Magazine in addition to having projects featured regularly in various scrapbooking and paper arts publications. Kelly lives in the beautiful horse country of Kentucky with her husband and three boys.

Favorite thing to scrap: SPORTS! Hands down. With three boys I better love it! (Conversely - my LEAST favorite thing to scrap is Christmas!)

Favorite American Crafts product: Everyone is saying THICKERS aren't they? I have to be different because I truly love all the papers and embellishments and say the ALBUMS! I can't live without my AC Modern Albums. I have close to 30 and show no signs of slowing!

5 fun facts:

1. I am from Kentucky - Louisville, even - but I've never been to the Kentucky Derby. I've been close...but then it decided to hail on us on the way there and we thought better of it. Crazy, I know.

2. I taught dance (tap, jazz and ballet) to little girls 3-8 years old to have spending money throughout college. It was a good thing I got my girl fix in then as now I'm the mom to three little boys who would vehemently object to me putting them in tutus and tights. (Ok, not the tights. Superheroes DO wear tights.)

3. I have an addition to McDonald's Diet Coke. Seriously. It's worse than any drug.

4. I'm double jointed in my left thumb. Just that joint only. No others. I have yet to figure out something useful to do with it.

5. My driver's license says I'm 5'1, but it's really more like 5' 1/2". Some people lie about their age. For me, it's this.

AMPERSAND CARD by Kelly Goree

Supplies: Section 1 (366033) - Cut & Paste, Cross My Heart (35388) - Cut & Paste, Bits Die Cut Shapes (366068) - Cut & Paste Other AC Product: Scallop border punch, White cardstock (white pack), yellow cardstock (Tropicals), This to That Adhesive, Pen

Kelly says, "One of the easiest ways I find to make a quick & fun card is by using the scraps from a layout I've just done. This card was made after I made my About Me blog hop layout!"

MADE WITH LOVE by Kelly Goree

Supplies: Warm Welcom (366160) - Polka Dot Party, Fascinating Friends (366165) - Polka Dot Party, Terrific Tunes (366170) - Polka Dot Party, Picture Perfect (366163) - Polka Dot Party, Flourishing Flowers (366180) - Polka Dot Party, Die-Cut Frames (366199) - Polka Dot Party, Die Cut Shapes (366205) - Polka Dot Party, Extra Large Tags (366206) - Polka Dot Party Other American Crafts Supplies: White cardstock, Black pen, Scallop Border punch, This to That adhesive.

"I call myself a 'paper conservationist' because I never throw away pieces of my patterned paper. I love and use it all - case in point, the tear strips on the AC papers. They're the best and you ca see two of them on this layout!"

Name: Katie Ehmann

Location: Bloomfield Hills, MI

Blog: neverlandcrafts.blogspot.com

Instagram: @A2Kate

Twitter: @KatieEhmann

Pinterest: pinterest.com/katie_ehmann

Short bio: Hi Everyone! I'm Katie Ehmann. I live in Michigan with my awesome husband and two dress-wearing, super frilly, always girly, princess obsessed girls, Lily and Maya. I'm not quite sure how that happened because I love playing soccer and wearing anything but dresses. I am a school social worker, scrapbooker, wanna-be photographer and do-er of all things crafty. I love vintage cameras, typewriters, spray paint, and estate sales. You can also find me watching really super intellectual, high quality reality television on a regular basis. I am ridiculously super happy to be designing for American Crafts!

Favorite thing to scrap: My girls (of course) and travel photos.

Favorite American Crafts product: Tie between patterned paper and Thickers. I have a whole crate full of Thickers in all colors, fonts and alphabetty goodness!

5 fun facts:

1. I play soccer at least once a week, year round, but I didn't start playing until I was an adult!

2. I've never had Coke or Pepsi. Like ever in my life.

3. I am a life-long Michigander.

4. I'm obsessed with Disney World and am going on an adults only girls trip there later this summer.

5. I didn't start scrapbooking seriously until January 2012. After that it just sorta took over my life, and an entire room in my house!

LOVE THIS by Katie Ehmann

Supplies: Wonderful Wrapping (366187) - Polka Dot Party, Delightful Display (366162) - Polka Dot Party, Sorbet (366048) - Cut & Paste, Blossom (366042) - Cut & Paste, Cheerful Chalkboard (366174) - Polka Dot Party, Striped Straws (366179) - Polka Dot Party, Flourishing Flowers (366180) - Polka Dot Party, Warm Welcome (366160) - Polka Dot Party, Bits (366068) - Cut & Paste, White (71259) - Cardstock

Katie says, "I love using shapes and punches on my layouts while mixing up patterned paper! For this project, I used both the punched shapes and the negatives to add some interest."

TUSCAN LOVE by Katie Ehmann

Supplies: Wonderful Wrapping (366187) - Polka Dot Party, Delightful Display (366162) - Polka Dot Party, Sorbet (366048) - Cut & Paste, Blossom (366042) - Cut & Paste, Cheerful Chalkboard (366174) - Polka Dot Party, Striped Straws (366179) - Polka Dot Party, Flourishing Flowers (366180) - Polka Dot Party, Wood Veneer Shapes (366204) - Polka Dot Party, Epoxy Stickers (366198) - Polka Dot Party, Adhesive Flowers (366203) - Polka Dot Party, Accent & Phrase Stickers (366195) - Polka Dot Party, Die Cut Shapes (366205) - Polka Dot Party, Shamrock (366056) - Thickers

"Patterned paper is my absolute favorite product! I love to mix and match lots of patterns in unexpected ways on my layouts. Here, I alternated flowered prints with stripes and patterns to create an eclectic look."

Name: Jill Cornell

Location: Windsor Heights, IA

Blog: jillcornell.blogspot.com

Instagram: @jillcornell

Pinterest: pinterest.com/jillcornell

Short bio: My name is Jill Cornell and I live in Windsor Heights, Iowa with my husband of 10 years and our 4-year-old twin daughters. I have a degree and career experience in public relations and broadcasting but am now a stay-at-home mom. I have been scrapbooking and papercrafting for 10 years and have a soft, shabby chic style that incorporates linear design elements. I love having girls to scrapbook because it gives me an excuse to use pink and feminine details on my work.

Favorite thing to scrap: My girls!

Favorite American Crafts product: Thickers, and I love Amy Tangerine's stitching templates!

5 fun facts:

1. I devour books and love watching movies!

2. I always wanted to be a mom and was blessed twice through the gift of adoption.

3. I value family heirlooms so much, and I treasure anything with history.

4. I love anything girly - ruffles, doilies, lace, polka dots, etc.

5. I am absolutely terrified of heights!

HAPPY DAY CARD by Jill Cornell

Supplies: Cut & Paste - 6x6 Pad (366086), Cut & Paste - Cut Out Accents Thickers (366060), Cut & Paste - Bits Die Cut Tags (366069), Cut & Paste - White Thickers (366053), Cut & Paste - Harper Tiny Alpha Stickers (366064), Cut & Paste - Premium Ribbon (366062)

Jill says, "I am loving the new punched tags in this collection - they are perfect for stitching and taking center stage on projects!"

PRETTY GIRLS

Supplies: Cut & Paste - On the Edge (366043), Cut & Paste - Command V (366031), Cut & Paste - Cross My Heart (366037), Cut & Paste - A Lister (366029), Cut & Paste - Starling (366046), Cut & Paste 6x6 Pad (366086), Cut & Paste - Epoxy Borders (366063), Cut & Paste - Fabric Corners (366067), Cut & Paste - Begonia Thickers (366059), Cut & Paste - Ocean Thickers (366054), Cut & Paste - Cut Out Accents Thickers (366060), Cut & Paste - Bits Die Cut Shapes (366068), Cut & Paste - Adhesive Resin Bows (366075)

"Cut & Paste is full of gorgeous patterns and colors! I took photos from a recent photoshoot of my daughters and pulled out the blue of their dresses with the products in the collection. The collection also has a lot of new embellishments that I love - the little resin bows and epoxy borders are fun to use!"

Name: Janna Werner

Location: Oldenburg, Germany

Blog: www.jannawerner.de

Instagram: @jannawerner

Twitter: @jannawerner

Pinterest: pinterest.com/jannawerner

YouTube: youtube.com/user/Uchtelmuchtel

Short bio: My name is Janna Werner, I am a designer and freelance writer who also teaches papercrafting (online) classes. I live in Oldenburg, Germany, together with my Danish husband Jesper, our dog Sindri, two rabbits and a few goldfish. My love for papercrafts and mixed media art evolved in 2010 when a friend of mine introduced me to scrapbooking. I just released my first book "Paper Art" which includes scrapbooking layouts, mini albums, art journaling pages and mixed media projects. Oh – and I looove Instagram :)

Favorite thing to scrap: Scrapbooking pages, mini albums and gift wrappings. I love decorating match boxes, the smaller the better :)

Favorite American Crafts product: You seriously ask me to narrow it down to one product? Definitely not possible! I am a huge fan of the ZING embossing powder, ZAZZ glitter glue and WOW glitter/SPARK tinsel – guess I have a thing for all things glittery. Besides that I like the date and word stamps and patterned papers, especially the Dear Lizzy and Amy Tangerine collections. Please excuse my cheating on the question ;)

5 fun facts:

1. I have three forenames: Janna Berit Neele. If I'd been a boy my name would've been Jan Hendrik Steffen.

2. It took me 2 weeks to find the right name for our dog (he is called Sindri, I named him after the singer Bjork's son).

3. I never leave the house without a tissue.

4. I get nervous when I need to talk in front of many people, although I have been doing this a lot of times.

5. I am super tidy, but my work space is a total chaos.

LOVE CARD by Janna Werner

Supplies: Ash Cardstock (71078) - Textured Cardstock, Hearts/Rouge (71601) - Pow Glitter Paper, Vellum (71719) - Vellum, Around Town Paper (35767) - Ready.Set.Go, Chipboard Shapes (85601) - 5th & Frolic, Zazz Crystal (27414) - Zazz Glitter Glue, Zazz Silver (27464) - Zazz Glitter Glue, Cutup 5" (64200) - Scissors, Double-Sided Super Sticky Tape (61753) - This To That Adhesive, Foam Tab (61710) - This To That Adhesive

Janna says, "If you like torn paper but are afraid of doing it incorrectly or getting a too wild look, use a ruler. Put the ruler on the paper, right where you want to tear the paper. Hold the ruler with one hand and tear the paper alongside the ruler with the other hand."

REAL LIFE by Janna Werner

Supplies: White Cardstock (71081) - Textured Cardstock, Kitten/Black (53448) - Thickers, 12 phrases (59175) - Roller Stamp, Doting Dots (35964) - Lucky Charm, Chipboard Shapes (85601) - 5th & Frolic, Total Accents & Phrases (85657) - Stickers, Accents & Phrases (42266) - Sticker Book, Accents & Phrases (42394) - Cardstock Stickers, Genuine (42368) - Dimensional Stickers, Wishbone Paper (35969) - Lucky Charm, Noteworthy (35963) - Lucky Charm, Sunny Savannah (35910) - My Girl, Sunny Day (35977) - Lucky Charm, Rainbows (35972) - Lucky Charm, Cutup 5" (64200) - Scissors, Double-Sided Super Sticky Tape (61753) - This To That Adhesive, Foam Tab (61710) - This To That Adhesive

"Although my handwriting is rather straight and aligned, I use a pencil to mark my journaling spots. Use a white eraser to make sure, that there will be no marks of it after erasing the pencil lines."

Name: Heather Leopard

Location: Cypress, TX

Blog: thespottedleopard.blogspot.com

Instagram: @heatherleopard

Twitter: @heatherleopard

Pinterest: pinterest.com/heatherleopard

Short bio: Heather has been scrapbooking since kindergarten if you consider cutting shapes out of construction paper and gluing them together. Kidding aside, Heather has enjoyed capturing and documenting memories as far back as she can remember but it was her wedding and then the birth of her children that reignited her passion for scrapbooking. Her strong desire to capture the everyday stories for her children is what drives her creativity. Heather is currently the design team leader for Lily Bee Design and is on the Design Teams/Creative Teams for American Crafts, Little Yellow Bicycle, Scrapbook Circle kit club and Gossamer Blue kit club. Heather's work has been published in Scrapbook Trends and Creating Keepsakes magazines, Creating Keepsakes Special Edition publications, and PaperHaus Magazine. Heather lives in Cypress, TX with her husband, two daughters (9 and 4 years) and her bonus son (16 years).

Favorite thing to scrap: The small, everyday little moments we experience as a family. I look for that one moment in time that really captures the essence of whatever it is we are doing.

Favorite American Crafts product: While I hoard patterned paper and Thickers, I absolutely love the Bits and Details embellishments. They help take a great layout to the next level and make it so much more wonderful!

5 fun facts:

1. My last name really is Leopard, like the cat. It's definitely different but also pretty stinkin' cool. Our kiddos think so too! As my oldest daughter says, "Peace, Love, Leopards".

2. We adopted our first rescue dog and then decided she needed a pal so we rescued another. They are BFF's and have been a wonderful addition to our family.

3. I have been on the quest for the best puffy tacos. If you've ever had one, you know what I mean. If you haven't, you are missing out! I finally found a tried and true favorite (yay!) but they are 3.5 hours away (boo!).

4. I loathe math so much so that I chose my major in college (Communications) partly based on the fact that it had the least amount of math courses. It was the best decision because I enjoyed the classes immensely and I love what I do. Thankfully, my hubby has excellent math skills.

5. I love this hobby so much because it gives me a creative outlet while documenting my family's lives but I have met so many amazing people through scrapbooking, many of whom I hold near & dear to my heart. Awwww!

LIFE IS BETTER WITH YOU CARD by Heather Leopard

Supplies: Warm Welcome Paper (366160) - Dear Lizzy Polka Dot Party, Wonderful Wrapping Paper (36178) - Dear Lizzy Polka Dot Party, Striped Straws Paper (366179) - Dear Lizzy Polka Dot Party, 6x6 Paper Pad (366214) - Dear Lizzy Polka Dot Party, Perforated Sticker Book (366196) - Dear Lizzy Polka Dot Party, Adhesive Layered Resin Flowers (366203) - Dear Lizzy Polka Dot Party, Adhesive Resin Bows (366075) - Amy Tangerine Cut & Paste

SPRING SWING by Heather Leopard

Supplies: Dazzling Decor Paper (366173) - Dear Lizzy Polka Dot Party, Savvy Skirt Paper (366168) - Dear Lizzy Polka Dot Party, 6x6 Paper Pad (366214) - Dear Lizzy Polka Dot Party, Perforated Sticker Book (366196) - Dear Lizzy Polka Dot Party, Accent & Phrase Stickers (366195) - Dear Lizzy Polka Dot Party, Epoxy Stickers (366198) - Dear Lizzy Polka Dot Party, Die Cut Shapes (366205) - Dear Lizzy Polka Dot Party, Adhesive Layered Resin Flowers (366203) - Dear Lizzy Polka Dot Party, Cordial Thickers (366188) - Dear Lizzy Polka Dot Party

Heather says, "My style is 'eclectic' eklectic aka random. Sometimes I am more simple but I'm usually more ornate with my designs. It all depends on the story of the photo. I am drawn to patterns and color so you will see alot of that in my projects this year. One thing is certain, you will usually see some sort of layering, stitching, and pops of color everywhere. I hope to inspire you with the fabulous collections from American Crafts!"

Name: Gina Lideros

Location: Elk Grove, CA

Blog: canoncreativegirl.blogspot.com

Instagram: @ginalideros

Twitter: @GinaLideros

Pinterest: pinterest.com/gina_lideros

Short bio: Hi! My name is Gina Lideros and I am so excited to be on the American Crafts Design Team! I have been married to my husband Frank for 15 years (this November) and we have two kids ages 14 and 10. We live in sunny California with our 3 fur babies (dogs). We love to enjoy the outdoors and like to go camping and biking. I have been scrapbooking since 1997 and have been fortunate to work with a lot of great companies and meet some awesome friends.

Favorite thing to scrap: Everyday moments with my family.

Favorite American Crafts product: It's a tie between Thickers and patterned papers.

5 fun facts:

1. I love music and always have Pandora on while I scrap.

2. My favorite color is yellow.

3. You can usually find me with coffee in hand.

4. I love the beach and would live on one if I could.

5. If you mix up the letters in my last name it spells soldier, which is ironic because I am married to one.

ADORBS by Gina Lideros

Supplies: Shamrock (71059) - Cardstock, White (AM710-81) - Cardstock, Truth Paper (35944) - Yes, Please, Commitment/Kraft Paper (35937) - Yes, Please, Share Paper (35930) - Yes, Please, Details, Stitched Vellum Shapes (85628) - Yes, Please, Clothes Pins (85663) - Yes, Please, Chipboard Thickers, Kitten/Black (MGTH-53448) - My Girl, Capture, Embroidery Stencil Kit (63070) - Yes, Please, Border Punch Value Kit (63013) - Knockouts, Gold (AM714-17 ) - Glitter Cardstock, Cartwheel Court Paper (5THDS-35806) - Dear Lizzy 5th & Frolic, Treasured Terrace Paper (35822) - Dear Lizzy 5th & Frolic, Remarks, Accents & Phrase Stickers (42266) - Dear Lizzy 5th & Frolic, This To That (AM617-13) - Adhesive

Gina says, "For this "your choice" assignment I wanted to use soft colors and patterns that would compliment my photo. The Yes, Please collection and 5th & Frolic collection have beautiful watercolors and subtle patterns that look great when paired together."

LOVELY HAPPY GIRLS by Gina Lideros

Supplies: 6x6 Paper Pad (36026) - Mayberry, Sapphire (AM710-74) - Cardstock, Burlap & Fabric Stitched Ruffle Strips (85604) - Dear Lizzy 5th & Frolic, Chip Thickers Accent Stickers Trinkets & Phrases Multi (42391) - Dear Lizzy Lucky Charm, Flair Self Adhesive Badges (85658) - Dear Lizzy Lucky Charm, Foam Thickers Alpha Stickers Charm/Oatmeal (42390) - Dear Lizzy Lucky Charm, Chip Thickers Alpha Stickers Treasure/Poppy (42387) - Dear Lizzy Lucky Charm, Cardstock Stickers Flags & Labels (42393) - Dear Lizzy Lucky Charm, Wood Buttons & Epoxy Accents (78073) - Dear Lizzy Neapolitan, Screen Printed Clothes Pins (97115) - Whittles , Caramel (584-58510) - Jute Spool, This To That (AM617-13) - Adhesive

"I love that the bright fun colors in the Mayberry and Lucky Charm collections mix so easily together. They worked perfectly with these fun photos that I had of my daughter and her friend."

Name: Erin Stewart

Location: Villa Rica, GA

Blog: simplyerins.blogspot.com

Instagram: @erinstewart

Pinterest: pinterest.com/erinstewrt

Short bio: Hi, I am Erin. I really enjoy photography and scrapbooking. I started back in High School where I made a huge album of 12x12 pages. Later on I found digital scrapbooking and being drawn to the advantages of working with technology and pictures. I digital scrapbooking for 3 years. I fell out of love with the digital because I wanted more. So for the past two years I have been traditional scrapbooking and have never looked back. I am a photographer and dabble in graphic design. Scrapbooking is my place to relax and forget everything else but what matters. I love putting a story to my family photos. I am so richly blessed with a wonderful, loving husband and sweet, three year old son and baby Sadie. I am so excited and honored to be apart of the American Crafts design team.

Favorite thing to scrapbook: My little family.

Favorite American Crafts product: I love all the products, but if I had to choose one I guess it would be patterned paper.

5 fun facts:

1. I eat way too much chocolate. Especially with salt! I can't get enough.

2. I have known my husband since I was 10!

3. Standing is my preferred way to scrapbook.

4. My husband and I have moved every single year of our marriage.

5. I love a clean home! It's so relaxing and good for the mind.

LOVELY GIRL by Erin Stewart

Supplies: Flamingo (AM710-498) -  Cardstock, Ribbon (58870) - Lucky Charm, Lucky Charm (42395) - Rub-ons, Die Cuts (85655) - Bits, Accents & Pharses (42394) - Stickers,  6x6 Paper Pad (35990) - Lucky Charm, Blue Skies (35982) - Paper, Memo-Cork (53349) - Thickers

HAPPY BIRTHDAY by Erin Stewart

Supplies: Bailey's Brush (35675) - Paper, Charmed (35780) - Paper, Accent & Pharse (43292) Remarks, Fulfill (35936) - Paper, Hello (35942) - Paper, Understand (35939) - Paper, Life Alphabet & Numbers (42365) - Remarks, Daybook (35957) - Yes Please, Stickers (42364) - Remarks, Ribbon (58869) - Yes Please, Die-cuts (85626) - Bits, Pink (35950) - Corrugated Cardstock, Stargazers (35982) - Lucky Charm

Erin says, "My style is simple with a repeating shape(s) or design with bright and light colors."

Name: Elizabeth Gardner

Location: Lexington, KY

Blog: elizgardner.blogspot.com

Instagram: @myscrappylife

Pinterest: pinterest.com/elizgardner

Short bio: I have the distinct honor of being a mom to 4, wife to a hottie, teammate to some epic roller derby chicks, loving owner of a new pup & supposedly master of my own domain. Our loud, but happy, home is in Lexington, KY where the grass is always bluer. I would describe my scrapbooking style as bright, bold, and artsy fartsy, just like me!

Favorite thing to scrap: Everyday moments.

Favorite American Crafts product: Embellishments are my fav. Maybe thats cheating because it involves all of the bits and flair and die cuts and ribbon, etc. There are so many ways to use these things, I can't get enough!

5 fun facts:

1. At any given time I will have up to 5 lists going. Sometimes I even write, "Make a list for…." on my to-do list. It's a little out of hand.

2. I have memorized every line in Pitch Perfect. (ok, not really, but I'm pretty close!)

3. No one, I repeat no one, can "car" dance better than I do! Turn it up - this is my jam!!! (btw, every song happens to be my jam)

4. I am in romantic love with Slurpees - maybe an overstatement, but you get it.

5. I have made a living as a paid artist & being creative moves my soul.

HANGING OUT by Elizabeth Gardner

Supplies: White (71081) - Cardstock, Emerald (366367) - Cardstock, Grainy Goodness (366049) - Cut & Paste, Ticket to Ride (366039) - Cut & Paste, Die Cut Shapes (366068) - Bits, Die Cut Tags (366069) - Bits, Sealed (366088) - Rotary Phrase Stamp, Harper (366064) - Alpha Stickers, Stitched Vellum Pockets (366071) - Bits, Wood Veneer Cards (366072) - Bits, Adhesive Chipboard (366074) - Bits, Premium Ribbon (366062) - Polka Dot Party, Dear Lizzy (59160) - Roller Date Stamp, Yellow (89423) - Premium Bakers Twine, Amy Tangerine Tag (85588) - Bits, Chap Tag (77260) - Bits

Elizabeth says, "When I saw the new Cut & Paste line I just knew I had to pair it with these photos of my son. The vibrance of the colors in the products compliment the ones in the photo perfectly."

THIS IS ME by Elizabeth Gardner

Supplies: Clever Card (366171) - Polka Dot Party, Wonderful Wrapping (366178) - Polka Dot Party, Dazzling Decor (366173) - Polka Dot Party, Phrase Stickers (366196) - Remarks, Cordial (366188) - Thickers, Accent & Phrase Stickers (366195) - Dear Lizzy, Die Cut Shapes (366205) - Bits, Die Cut Card Set (366201) - Polka Dot Party, Premium Ribbon (366193) - Value Pack, Resin Bows (366075) - Details, Acrylic Stamp (366078) - Stamp, Button Accent (85598) - Dear Lizzy, Brads (330102) - Dear Lizzy, Phrase Stickers (85657) - Dear Lizzy

"It's rare that I create a layout about myself, but I'm trying to be better about this. Sometimes the best way to go about it is to pick a couple of photos and pair it with some 'here and now' kind of journaling. Viola! Quick, painless, and I am accounted for in my families album."

American Crafts the Color of Memories 2013 Lace 12x12 Scrapbook

Source: https://americancrafts.typepad.com/studio/2013/09/

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