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Proud to be a scrapbooker :: Giveaway

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online scrapbooking weekend
Welcome to three days of scrapbooking fun here at shimelle.com. I’m so glad you can join in! Throughout today, Saturday and Sunday, you’ll find regular posts here with challenges, giveaways, mini-lessons, special guests, free downloads and all sorts of things to keep you scrapbooking.

Two very important things to know from the beginning:
…you never have to do something just as it’s shown. Please use your own stash, embrace your own style and feel free to make any changes you like. Just because I love layers and butterflies and kraft cardstock doesn’t mean you have to. And you definitely have my permission to use all the older papers and stickers in your collection that need to find a home on some layouts rather than continue to age in your stash, so don’t feel any pressure to use the latest and greatest if you want to focus on using your older supplies.
…the vast majority of the challenges have a full week until the deadline, so you can enjoy scrapping rather than racing from one project to the next. Work at the pace that you enjoy and complete the challenges that speak to you!

And one other thing: on top of all the specific giveaways and challenge prizes this weekend, one person will win a $100 gift certificate to Two Peas in a Bucket. It can be spent on anything in the Two Peas store, and that’s a lot of stuff, plus there are new CHA releases arriving there daily right now, so it’s an extra good time to have a shopping spree! The $100 gift certificate will be awarded on Monday (15th August) to someone who really gets involved and shares the spirit of scrapbooking throughout the three days. It’s not a layout contest, there’s not anything in particular you need to do. In the past, every crop has had its own personal cheerleader in the form of someone who shared their love of scrapbooking and had fun with each challenge, and I think it would be pretty cool to share a little bit of scrappy happiness with someone like that this weekend. So that’s the deal on the $100 prize!

And now… a giveaway to get things started! I have a prize pack here with all sorts of things in it – papers, stamps, a minibook, stickers, brads – and it will go to one person who comments on this post. To enter, leave a comment on this post saying why you are proud to be a scrapbooker. Your name can go in the hat an extra time if you share the link via Facebook or Twitter, so if you do that please say so in your comment or leave a second comment if you prefer. Entries close midnight Sunday (14th August 2011), UK time. The winner will be posted on Monday.

By the way, if you are proud to be a scrapbooker and want to share that in your blog sidebar or message board signature, do feel free to grab this. It has been popping up in signatures over at Two Peas and I love it so. I’m definitely on a quest to make it something we’re never shy to say! (It only took me a gazillion years to figure this out!)

Once you’ve entered the giveaway, there’s a sketch if you want to get started right now, or come back throughout the day for more challenges and fun!

xlovesx

12 August 2011



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319 Comments for Proud to be a scrapbooker :: Giveaway

  1. Ladkyis Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I am giving my family their history with all the stories and dates not just anonymous pictures

  2. Pauline Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I have a hobby which is fun to do, has led to me meeting some amazing people and making life-long friendships, but most of all I have created albums that my children love to look through and which capture fun family times!

  3. liz Says:

    Im proud to be a scrapbooker because I can share my love of photography and capture memories for the future

  4. Irene Fitzpatrick Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because of all the fun and memories my family will enjoy in the future and all the little things that make me love them and the places I visit as I create each layout. :)

  5. Madeline Says:

    shared the link on FB too

  6. Leslie Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I’m preserving all those fabulous memories for my family to look back on. I also teach others how to scrapbook and why it’s important to journal those stories before they get forgotten in time.

  7. Kirsteen Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because it is oddles and oddles of fun and excites me every day. I love to share that excitement by creating pages that my family and friends can enjoy forever. I’ll tell anyone, who’ll listen, about my scrappy hobby and I’m not afraid to shout it from the roof tops. I am a proud scrapbooker :):):)

    I will share this link on Twitter to spread the scrappy love. Please feel free to say a big howdeedoodee if you are on Twitter (http://twitter.com/#!/sparklekir)

    Looking forward to catching up with old friends and making some new ones too xx

  8. Virginia Says:

    I am pround to be a scrapbooker because 50 years later, no matter where I am, my story could still be talked between my friends and family. And the value of our creation will just become greater and greater that you will never have a moment regret about it! I am proud because whenever my friends and family see my layout, they will always know how much I love them!

  9. SteffiGo Says:

    I´m proud to be a scrapper, because I can teach my daughter to be creative too and that she can remeber in twenty years how life was with 7.

  10. HilaryJ Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker to record aspects of my and my family’s lives so that future generations will know who we are and about our lives.

  11. Irene Fitzpatrick Says:

    PS. I’ve just shared this on facebook & twitter. x

  12. sam Says:

    i’m proud to be a scrapbooker because i love seeing the smiles on peoples faces when they see a scrap page about them , its the best way to meet others, use my camera and relax and sit and play with paper and glue : )

  13. Kitty Scrapper Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbboker, even though my non-crafting friends dont get it. I love creating pretty ways to keep all the memories that otherwise would be forgotten in the choas of life. I also am proud as I know future generations will be able to look back on my life.

  14. Virginia Says:

    I’ve just shared it on my facebook! =)

  15. kate bucci Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because my stories are worth recording – even if it’s only for myself in 60 years when I’m old and grey :)

  16. Azimuth Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because i get to do something fun that i can share with my family who are all far away, and feel close to them as i work with photos of them.

  17. Cindy Strickland Says:

    I am a proud scrapbooker because my family enjoys looking back at my pages and remembering things we have done together that may have gotten lost over time.

  18. Tanya Says:

    <— darn proud to be a scrapbooker :) Love your devotion to the hobby Shimelle and your great blog posts.

  19. Jules Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I love taking photos and it’s a great way of sharing them and being creative at the same time :D

  20. Karen Taylor Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I am just so happy to be part of this awesome group of fun loving friends. I have found a fantastic hobby that has just blown me away. You are all such amazing people with stories to tell and I am so proud to be a part of it.

  21. Ali Marshall Says:

    Iam proud to be a scrapbooker because its helped me make so many new friends and has helped me share my memories ..and I intend to go on sharing them for many years !Ali
    posted on facebooke too xx

  22. rach - purplecrafter Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because not only do I preserve my families memories but scrapbooking brings the the family together to do things. My boys and husband love to take photos while my daughter and I put layouts and mini books together

  23. Sabine SR Says:

    I am so proud to be a scrapbooker because it literally changed my life. I startet looking at things from a different point of view. I met some of the best people ever through scrapbooking and it brought color to my life.

  24. Mariangeles_Spain Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I’m the only memory keeper of my family and love how my family & friends love my projects :)

  25. Lita Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I’m getting the photos out of boxes and into albums where I know they’ll be enjoyed!
    Have tweeted too!

  26. Karen Taylor Says:

    Just posted on FB :)

  27. Cathy G Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker as my family love looking at the pages I create and the memories they bring back.

  28. Brenda B Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I’m saving a little piece of myself and my family with every page I make. Hopefully my grandkids and great-grandkids will be able to look at these pages and see what our life was like.

  29. Debs Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because in the future people will be able to look at my albums and know exactly who is in the photos, when they were taken and what the occasion was. No guesswork involved in tracing back the family tree!

  30. Mariangeles_Spain Says:

    Up on my Twitter and my Facebook!!!

  31. Karen Says:

    I am a proud scrapbooker… and archiver… and family historial. I believe in preserving our stories, with or without pictures, for our future generations to share

  32. Cindy Strickland Says:

    Left your link on Facebook.

  33. Chipper Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I get to combine my favourite things … taking photos and writing the story. My family get the side benefits of albums of photos :-)

    I shared this link on FB too.

  34. Emma clark Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapper because i keep the memories of my whole family, past and present for the family of the future x

  35. Amy N Says:

    Thanks for the sketch Shimelle! I am proud to scrap =)

  36. Lesley H Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because not only does it enable me to be creative but it brings people together in so many diferent ways

  37. Dawn F. Says:

    I’m proud to scrapbook because my kids know their stories not like me who says “I think” it happened this way because I can’t remember my childhood or history.

  38. Helen Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I am preserving my children’s life stories for them. Also I just love to scrap!

  39. Jackie King Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I’m not leaving photos in packets & I’m saving memories and family history for my family. And people are so impressed when you’re creative so brag about it!
    Off to tweet…

  40. tammy Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker when I see the enjoyment my family gets looking at my scrapbooks and when they get into the photo process(telling me here’s a good shot – take this photo!)

  41. Scrapdolly Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because not only is it a way of recording my memories and creating my version of art, but it has opened up a world of fun and friendship across the globe with the people of the crafting community worldwide.

  42. jane Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because after years of thinking I’m not very creative I’ve finally found out there’s just a tiny bit of creativity in me!!

  43. Mary Buttons Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because it is a most rewarding hobby and preserves memories in a way that nothing else can

  44. Tara Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I am preserving the moments that make the lives of my family special. Years from now we can look back to see what was important to us at the time. Very cool.

  45. Kirsty Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapper as I’m leaving my children a link to their past & reminders of memories gone by.

  46. Jyotsana Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because it gives me relaxation and freshens me up. It has introduced me to a whole new world of great friends and memories, besides helping me preserve memories of my life. I will scrapbook forever !!!!

    And Yes !!! I have just shared it on my FACEBOOK page :)

  47. TracyW Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker as I love to be preserving memories for future generations – and of course it’s great to get to be creative too.

  48. Emy Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker – proud to love all things sparkly and it makes me so happy to tell the stories behind my photos while feeling super creative.

  49. rebecca Says:

    Proud to be a scrapbooker because it promotes self awareness. And it’s part of the way I recharge and stay mentally healthy!

  50. Manola Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker … period! :)

  51. Angela Runkel Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I am preserving my families memories. But I love scrapbooking because it has helped me maintain good friendships after we moved.

  52. Selenaintx Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I am recording memories and having a great time doing it!!!

  53. Steffi Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I love working with paper and these wonderful embellishment. And I also can make some memories for me and my family.

  54. Shannon H. Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbook because I am saving all the special moments in my kids lives. They are growing up so fast. I love looking at my completed pages.

  55. Scrappyru Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because it makes me happy to play with paper, stickers and glue as well as meet all the other wonderful people who scrapbook. I love pictures and I love looking at them dressed up on a pretty page.

  56. Ellie Says:

    Oh my gosh I am super duper proud of being a scrapbooker! Not only does it make me happy I get to be my family’s story teller, memory keeper. It’s such fun way of expressing myself. It rocks to be a scrapbooker!

  57. Georgia Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because it has caused me to meet my very best friends I’ve ever had. It can be a very social craft and I enjoy that aspect of it.

  58. Mandy McK Says:

    I am super proud to be a scrapbooker… Someone who notices the teeny bits of life, recognises them and glues them down with pretty paper and cute embellishments. What could be more fun?
    Mandy McK

  59. rosa neno Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker as I am preserving and remembering the loving memories my husband Tom and I share.

  60. Kathy Rogers Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker, so that the next generation doesn’t have to go through the tin of photos without a clue of what they were about.

  61. sannika Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I see how much my kids appreciate the results.

  62. Heather Saxberg Says:

    I am a proud scrapbooker when I know that my boys and family have a place they can find stories and photos of our life. I love that they have these little pieces of memories at their finger tips.
    I shared the pride as a scrapper with a link to here on my facebook page ;)

  63. shire Says:

    I´m so excited!! :) I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I have the best hobby in the world. I can give my photos and personal stories a beautiful home.
    Greetings from Germany, Inga

  64. Juschka Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because there is nothing that’s more enchanting than watching my children grow and preserve all these little moments and precious memories for them, for us and our whole family.

  65. Natalie Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker, because it means that I have a hobby that I truly love. And even if no one cares about my scrapbooks 50 years from now, I have had a fabulous time making them. And if they do care, they’ll get a snapshot into the things in my life right now—from my perspective.

    (P.S. thanks for the button— it went straight away to my blog sidebar!)

  66. Caroline B Says:

    I’m a proud scrapbooker because I’m leaving something behind for future generations. (and it gives me an excuse to play with glitter)

    I’ve shared on twitter (@NightwolfDesign)

  67. Gina Van Vliet Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I love taking pictures and sharing them in a creative way.

  68. Susi Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I am creating something for my children to look at when I’m gone and I love using pretty papers, and all the other lovely stash that I keep collecting.

  69. dogmatix Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because it gives me a chance to tell a story that might otherwise get lost. It also means I get to play with lots of pretty things and strangely, is the one thing that brought out my ‘feminine’ side….go figure lol
    I think I linked u on twitter successfully! (@paperwoolthread)

  70. Barbara Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker. My family enjoy the fruits of my labour and love looking through the albums.

  71. Janette Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because it gives me the creative outlet I didn’t even know I needed! It makes me happy and I love that I have the opportunity to build a portfolio of my family’s history.

  72. lesley O Says:

    i am proud to be a scrapbooker because through my pages i am creating lifelong memories of the only life we get

  73. Anso Says:

    …because scrapbooking makes me happy and at the same time I have a nice way to display my photos (which also makes me happy!)

  74. Beth Says:

    Unfortunately I won’t get to join in much of the fun this weekend, as I have to take both my kids to college! So have fun everyone!

    And I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I know I am creatively keeping the memories of our family’s love and fun alive!

  75. Louise Ingram Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because its my creative outlet where I don’t need to worry about ‘getting it right’. I love capturing the little things so I can look back & remember how life used to be.

  76. Jennifer Smith-Sloane Says:

    I can say that it took métier we to be prou of being a Scrapbooker as well. I enjoyed what I was doin thoroughly but couldn’t share it because o the stigma so often attached.

    Now that I’ve been doing it for almost 15 years, I can say that it is fully part of me. It allows me to be creative, express my thoughts and fears, share memories with others and simply work through telling the story no matter how hard or easy it might be to tell.

  77. carrie Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because its loads of fun, I love tht I am preserving the everyday little stories to share with my daughter and have some great friends who understand my love of pretty papers and I am so pleased that people can share this with me as several colleagues have recently asked me for advice on starting a scrapbook for a wedding & special birthday present :) So proud to be able to share my love!

  78. Jean D Says:

    I’m proud to scrap so that my family’s little stories are recorded.

  79. Penny Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker as I can share my memories, feelings and life with the people I love in a creative way. It helps me to appreciate and remember the everyday as well as the special days. But most of all it gives me time to play something us adults often forget to do.

  80. Jennifer Mackie Says:

    I’m proud to be a Scrapbooker, because not only does it mean that I get to share my love of photos and pretty things with my family and freinds, but I get to meet some great people (in person and ‘virtually’!)and read their stories too!

  81. Angie Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapper because I’m preserving all those memories for my family, particularly my two boys and the generations to come. It also makes me think about my own family (who live in another country) a lot. I like that you’re reminsiscing but at the same time you are creating something for the future.

  82. ifa Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I love writing stories from my life.

  83. Belinda Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker and addicted to my hobby.It gives me a way to express my creative imagination in a unique way.These memories of our family are timeless and will in future prove to be a priceless heritage for our children and our childrens children in the years to come.

  84. Carly Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I’m good at it and it makes me happy. I love to show off my pages to show how pretty or clever something is. I feel like scrapbooking is my art, my way of expressing myself and its good for my soul. And I’m proud of that.

  85. Abbeyviolet Says:

    So excited to join in. I have struggled with the proud sxrapbboee thing, but after the video for Ali I put it on blog as soon as I saw it.

  86. AllisonLP Says:

    I never really thought about if I was proud to be a srcapbooker. But then this weekend I was in the scrapbook store a lady asked me if I was a scrapbooker, and I was proud to say yes, yes I am. I’m proud because my kids will have awesome pics and stories to read about themselves, and I’m proud that I’ve stuck with this hobby – didn’t stick with the many that came before. Scrapbooking ROCKS, and it gives me a way to be artistic and creative.

  87. carrie Says:

    Shared on Facebook too!

  88. Natalie G Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because it means I am part of a fabulous group of people that share my love of all things crafty and are not ashamed to shout it from the rooftops! Yay Scrappers!

  89. Heather D Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker for so many reasons. Family stories, showing my family I love them, exploring my creative side… But the main reason I’m proud? This is the one thing where I consistently do not make excuses. I make time to scrapbook because it is important to me, and I don’t let other perceived have-to’s get in the way. This is one thing where I don’t disappointment myself, ever. (After all, even the imperfect pages are DONE.)
    I love this hobby.

  90. LisaE Says:

    Scrapbooking isn’t just a craft it is an art. We preserve memories in our artistic styles. We share what we create and what we learn. I’m proud to be a scrapbooker.

  91. Patti Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker for a million reasons. One being all the wonderful friends we make in real life and online.

  92. Angie Gutshall Says:

    I so excited for this fun weekend!! I love being a scrapbooker becuase I get to preserve my memories with my ideas. I love putting them on paper and adding my own little “things” to it!

  93. helen Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I’m telling our stories, in my voice and with my creativty – and having fun doing it

  94. Julia M. Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker, because my kids really enjoy the final product. It’s also a great stress buster for me. Thanks for the chance to win!

  95. Sarah Goodyear Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because it gives me the opportunity to celebrate life! I can also create beautiful things to express my passions for all of the wonderful activities that I take part in and for the wonderful people and animals that fill up my life.

  96. Jackie Pocock Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker as it is a hobby I love and my family appreciate all the work I do to record our memories. I have a little girl who can’t wait to start her own book and a baby boy on the way and I cannot wait to start scrapping his life too. Really looking forward to the weekend and now my maternity leave has started I hope to have a little extra time to be creative. Thanks Shimelle.

  97. Angie Gutshall Says:

    Put out on my FB page!!

  98. Be(e) Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I just love what I do. It’s a way to express myself and be part of a wonderful community!

  99. Be(e) Says:

    And I tweeted about it!!

  100. Linda Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I take pride in the treasure of our memories. I want to be able to look back at what life brought me and appreciate the little things in life.

  101. KateP Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because finally I am sticking with something and I know I will see it through to the end!

  102. Sarah Giles Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I think it’s important to celebrate ordinary days and life in all its fullness. Thank you for this weekend of loveliness! :) (Also sharing the link on Twitter and Facebook…)

  103. Heather R. Says:

    There are so many reasons I am proud to be a scrapbooker…I love recording everything about my family, I love that sense of pride and accomplishment I get after I finish a product, I love that my kids think it is cool — my daughter even nicknamed me Historical Heather because I scrapbook and I love all the friends I have made through scrapbooking as well.

  104. Cheri Says:

    I’m a scrapbooker and I’m proud of it! Not only am I leaving a legacy for my family, I’m a better spouse and parent because I have a hobby that brings me enjoyment and allows me to “let go” of the day’s stresses and see the abundance in my life.

  105. Leslie H Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker ‘cause I’m saving memories that might otherwise be forgotten…

  106. Cheri Says:

    Shared link on FB!

  107. Dawn Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker as I’m creating memories for my children as they grow about themselves and their family.
    Link left on facebook!

  108. Katie Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I get to be a part of a super supportive community of people that share the same interest. I love that no matter what there is always great encouragement from everyone. I don’t know why someone couldn’t be proud to be apart of that!

  109. Ginny Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker, because I’m doing something I love and that gives me great satisfaction. It makes me happier in all my other roles—wife, mom, sister, friend, etc. Scrapbooking keeps me mindful.

  110. Tracy Says:

    Hi Shimelle
    preserving special moments,memories is why i am proud to be a scrapbooker and we scrapbookers are a great bunch of people.
    Have a great day
    xxxx

  111. Adel Says:

    I adore scrapbooking for so many reasons. It is my artistic hobby which just nutures my soul. Beyond saving the story for the future, scrapbooking helps me remember my own history – my boys learned to jump off the diving platforms at the pool and I remember doing the same as a kid and jumping from trees into a lake in Guatemala and I remember a small snapshot of my dad cliff jumping… Scrapbooking is just so good for the mind.

  112. Linda S Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker so I can share my happiness with others and myself. It is the best therapy ever since when you scrapbook you always have to smile!

  113. Miriam Prantner Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I am leaving my daughter’s a great gift. We all have a limited amount of time, and I consider my scrapbooking a labor of love that they can already appreciate now (1 and 4), but will hopefully appreciate even more when they are older.

  114. chel Says:

    I’m proud because I’m preserving all the amazing stories of my daughter’s life (and our life as a family AND as individuals). In my mind, this “frees” us up to fill our brains with NEW experiences and stories. It’s lovely to sit and realize how amazing things can be, and paper and photos and glue and embellishments have that power.

  115. Julie Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because it is something for me and my family loves that I do it for them too.

  116. Kim Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapper because what I produce is something that my family look at and say “That’s good”. That gives me great pleasure.

  117. Susan Michele Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because as a pretty reserved person, I am able to share my feelings and joy with others.

  118. Jenny McGee Says:

    I posted on Facebook. Thanks.

  119. Michell Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker for seveal reasons.

    First,I am able to teach my family that their stories, as well as mine, are worth recording, remembering and sharing. This is a very powerful message. I LOVE that my kids, even the adult ones, bring friends over to see their books.

    Second, I teach scrapbooking and love sharing this message with my students.

    Finally, it is just fun!

  120. Jenny McGee Says:

    I love scrapbooking and am very proud to be a scrapbooker. I am proud that I can be a storyteller, artist, historian all wrapped into one. I love telling the stories I want to tell, and share all my family with others. It is fun too.

  121. Karen M. Says:

    Everytime my grandchildren come and head for my scrapbooks, it makes me proud that I have kept those stories alive for them!

  122. Nora Latip Says:

    I’m definitely proud to be a scrapbooker! Finally found a formal name for a hobby that involves paper and glue in 2007 and there’s no looking back! I’ve been known to have the ‘weird’ and ‘crazy’ hobby but I don’t mind – all I know is it makes me happy, it treasures my memories and allows me to tell my story PLUS my family especially mum and dad are proud of it!! So I definitely 100% am! yeay to scrapbookers!

  123. Donna Says:

    Shimelle I haven’t actually scrapped for over a year but I’m planning to use your scrapbooking weekend to change that so I’m proud to be scrapbooking again!

  124. Nancylee Says:

    I am a proud scrapbooker because i am able to express myself freely and share the experience esp with loved ones who are miles away from me.

  125. April W Says:

    Oh how cool! It sounds like the next 3 days will be a whole lot of fun. ;) I’m proud to be a Scrapbooker because I know that I’m creating pages that my girls will treasure forever. I also really like the fact that even after I’m gone, I’ll be leaving a part of myself behind… – April W

  126. Liz Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker. I cherish the moments I have with my family and everything about them so I scrap to let them know/remind them just how much I do.:)

  127. wannabe rebel Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker each and everytime my boys haul their albums off the bookcase and spend time looking at the layouts.

  128. Nancylee Says:

    Just tweeted here: http://twitter.com/nancylee_c/status/102023492035280896

  129. Joy Says:

    I am proud to scrapbook to share our life stories with each other in the family and future generations. It also gives me an excuse to buy lots of nice things.

  130. Shirley K Says:

    I know I like looking back at old photos and hearing old stories (like of my grandparents) and I want to be able to capture that for my kids to look back on down the road.

  131. helen Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker, especially when I see my sons eyes when they look into the albums I’ve made for them, more t han words can tell, and sunday’s my birthday, so maybe I’ll have luck!

  132. Jenny A Says:

    I’m proud to be a scraBooker because I love when my kids look through my scrapbooks and relive the memories because I took the time to record them. And I love pretty paper and butterflies!

  133. Daniela Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I share my life and stories with my family and friends. This is my love , my passion and my creative outlet!

  134. Shonie Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because not only am I preserving my families memories but I’m doing it in an artistic way!

  135. Cindy Trimble Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because it’s something I do for me. It makes me happy!

  136. Martine Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I combine art, photography, pleasure, crafts, memories, fun (and lots of pretty things to play with!), all in one neat package!

  137. Shannon Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I am creating something that my family can enjoy for years to come.

  138. julia Says:

    I am proud to be a Scrapbooker as I have become the family historian since starting scrapbooking about 7 years ago. I love it!

  139. LisaZ Says:

    I enjoy being known as ‘the scrapbooker’ amongst my group of school moms. They like to look at my work, and I’m more than happy to show it all off! My close friends are all scrapbookers, too. I love that we can share this hobby together.

  140. meghan woeppel Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapper because my kids love to look back at the pages & reminise!

  141. Carmen Pauls Orthner Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because it means that I am using the artistic gifts God gave me to preserve the stories that have made me “me” and shaped the lives of the people I love.

  142. sweetkathyj Says:

    Since becoming a scrapbooker I have a deeper appreciation of life, of family and of the art of the photograph. I am so proud to be a scrapbooker!

  143. Kristin Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because it shows my family that our life…their life…is special and worth recording and remembering! I proud to show my family that the “ordinary” is absolutely EXTRAORDINARY!!!

  144. Cynthia Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker!! I regret that I know next to nothing about my grandparents. Neither pair took many pictures or left letters or journals of any sort behind. I intend to change that for the future generations in my family. That’s why I scrapbook!

  145. malia Says:

    I am especially proud to be a scrapbbooker when my kids pick up and page through scrapbooks I’ve made and laugh and ask questions about what they see in the photos

  146. Carolyn Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because it has opened up so many doors for me to try new things; given me a way to express, create, record, and enjoy.

  147. Lizzie Says:

    Woo-hoo! Another fabby weekend of scrapping, fun and challenges from Shimelle! Thank you, thank you… I so enjoy these events.
    Proud to be a Scrapbooker? Certainly I am! Why? Hmmm… needs a bit of thinking about… Beeeecauuuuuse…hmmm… Because it is a wonderful way to keep records of important events in my life, also the more mundane, by creating something that looks lovely and which gives pleasure to both myself and those who see it. Because I can make use of my skills, talents and imagination, to make things that I feel proud of creating. Because I can use up all that Paper and other stuff that clutters my studio (which has to be a good thing, doesn’t it?).
    Because, it makes me Very Happy!
    Thanks Shimelle, it’s always nice to be invited to join in.

  148. Steph Says:

    I’m a proud scrapbooker because I can create pretty things while preserving my families memories.

  149. Carolyn Says:

    Just posted to facebook

  150. Lynley Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because it makes me stop and look at all the beauties of life, and really SEE them—the people, the places, the moments! I love it all!

  151. Rebecca Says:

    I love reading these! And what great fun this will be! I am proud to be a scrapbooker, because I know I am preserving memories for myself and my family. Even if they don’t appreciate it a lot right now, I know there will come a day when we will ALL be thankful that I took the time to be a memory keeper! And I so appreciate people like you that help me do that!

  152. Lizzie Says:

    Here I am again…. I just made a Shout-out for you on my Facebook Page (LizzieMade). I put a link to this post, so I hope it brings in a few interested folks!

  153. Louise Says:

    Scrapbooking makes me proud – proud to see memories recorded, proud to see that after 100 photos there’s always one good one, proud to see my family smile when they look back through their books. A great way to start of the weekend, thanks Shimelle xx

  154. Beverley Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because it gives me the wonder position in the family to record people, places, & things we have & will do, and it gives me the oportunity to be creative & have fun & meet lovwlt people from all over the world.

  155. Mel Says:

    Gutted that I can’t fully participate this time :( I shall take note of all the challenges and play with them when I get home to my supplies, though :) (I should have one or two photos to scrap by then, too….!)

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because this hobby that I love is also preserving all the little moments and memories for me and my family :) Whenever the kids look at a layout and say ‘Oh yes, I remember that!’ or ‘Oh, I’d forgotten about that!’ or ‘Did I really do that?!’ then I feel an extra layer of satisfaction about this craft. And when my husband says, as he does now and then, that he’s glad I’m preserving these memories – my heart just melts a little bit :)

  156. Rachel H Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I make beautiful things for myself and others to enjoy and I believe that enjoyment of beauty is essential to a well-lived life. I am proud to save stories and moments that even I wouldn’t remember if I didn’t write them down. And I’m proud to leave a little bit of myself in the pages so that my family will know just a little bit more about me and what I am passionate about.

  157. Sabine Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because you can create really beautiful things! And it combines many of my creative hobbies like nice paper, taking photos, stamping and other things. And I simply love it! :-))

  158. Nathalie Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because it is my art, an expression of who I am… now, if people get it or not is another story! I can’t wait to see what you have prepared for us this weekend!!!!

  159. Rachel H Says:

    Shared your link on FB and Twitter!

  160. Bethan Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapper beacause I can give pictures stories, have a reminder of who’s who when I’m old and forgetful and will hopefully be part of my families future when I’m not around. And I also have an excuse to still play with paper glue and glitter at 31 : )

  161. Phylis Says:

    I also am very proud to be a Scrapbooker. My mum had Alzheimers and it brought home to me just how important it is to record all our memories for future generations before it is too late; to relate the story of family and friends in such a way that they can see not only the happy times but also the hard times – all of which are portrayed in the stories set out in the Scrapbooks which I enjoy putting together for them.

  162. jennybean Says:

    Not only is scrapbooking my therapy to help me get through a difficult time, I am recording how our life was, how we got through things, how my children were at different stages and that makes me proud to scrapbook!

  163. cinback Says:

    Just tweeted this fab scrapbooking weekend!

  164. Isolde Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I love to see the happy face of my family when they see my pages. I’m so looking forward to the weekend. I’ve added a link to your blog on my Facebookpage.
    xxx, Isolde
    http://www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=751720084

  165. Bethan Says:

    posted about it on twitter.

  166. Kimberly K. Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because it’s a beautiful way to save and share my stories.

  167. amanda Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because i can reflect back on all the memories shared with my family and look back on the good times had by those who are no longer with us like my dad who i miss dearly and to give my children a knowledge of their childhood its a nice relaxing hobby where i can go to forget about the outside world

  168. Ali Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker as every time I sit down to my hobby I feel I’ve come home – it makes me smile, relax, it brings me happiness.

  169. Aussie Mon Says:

    Thrilled to bits to be a scrapbooker!!! It all started when I had a career in civil engineering designing roads, my life started looking a little too black and white and “ parallel lined”!! I was introduced into scrapbooking by my sister-in-law. Eventually my engineering career fell by the wayside, but life in colour took over. I notice more of the little items of beauty now which I was always too busy for before. It’s changed many aspects of my life, the way I look at things and I think my photos and layouts are starting to reflect that. Scrapbooking to me brings out the love behind your photos and I’m so proud to be able to share that with the people who look at my layouts!

  170. Ali Says:

    oh and I added it to my Facebook page too :)

  171. Sandy B Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because it lets me show a soft side of me my kids might not know! I’m not a sappy sally but I can be in a journaling box!

  172. Alysse Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because not only is it a way to showcase my photography, not only is it a way to preserve memories for my family, but I have found this year that is can be a truly healing outlet as well.

  173. Sarah S Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker and let the world know via blogging, Facebook and various forums I’m part of. I started making cards and was introduced to scrapbooking by a scrapbooker friend so I have a lot to thank her for. I love being able to do more with my photos and share thoughts, feeling, places I’ve been, friends I have, family and more. There’s so much to scrapbooking and I’m so proud to be able to stand amongst the rest of you and proudly say “Yes, I’m a scrapbooker too”. Just wish I could get the rest of my family into it, but I’ll keep trying.

    I’m adding the scrapbooker piccie to my signature on my blog and have my blog linked to my Facebook page so everyone can see whenever I upload a new page or blog about scrapbooking as I have about this week-end

  174. Emma Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker, because it tells the world I have an obsession with paper, and I’m not afraid to show it!

  175. Peggy Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because someone has to carry the scrapbooking flag for people who don’t have children. YES, we DO have lots of thing to scrapbook about, thank you very much!

  176. kathb Says:

    I proud to be a scrapbooker, I can produce lovely things to look at, be with good friends and make things for others to look at in the future.

  177. Aussie Mon Says:

    sorry to double post but have now posted a link on my facebook page too!

    Thrilled to bits to be a scrapbooker!!! It all started when I had a career in civil engineering designing roads, my life started looking a little too black and white and “ parallel lined”!! I was introduced into scrapbooking by my sister-in-law. Eventually my engineering career fell by the wayside, but life in colour took over. I notice more of the little items of beauty now which I was always too busy for before. It’s changed many aspects of my life, the way I look at things and I think my photos and layouts are starting to reflect that. Scrapbooking to me brings out the love behind your photos and I’m so proud to be able to share that with the people who look at my layouts!

  178. Cyndee K. Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I’m making something beautiful to preserve all the little every day memories, that my family will easily forget. Having lost my Mom when I was 24, those little things are super important to me… And my kids LOVE looking at their pages right now and spotting all the little details…

  179. Julia Says:

    Reasons why I scrapbook? Where do I begin? To make a family heirloom, to make fabulous albums for my kids to capture their growing up, to record the family history research I do, to make unique gifts for wedding anniversaries and special brithdays, to meet friendly, inspiring people, to give me an excuse to play with paper and glue (and sparkly bits!) once again… but mostly I think because it’s an excuse for some well earned “me time” to destress from daily life! Have shared the link on FB :) Looking forward to a great weekend.

  180. Felecia Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because its the art form I use to tell my family stories. I’m the person in my family who pays attention, remembers details and makes a big deal out of celebrating everyday life.

  181. Bekka Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapper & I am proud to be able to share my stories. I get to make things and keep them to share when people want to. Scrappers are amazing and giving people and I love to hang out with them.

  182. Rachel Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapper because at school I was always told I was useless at anything arty, but since I’ve found scrapping I know that’s not true. I just hadn’t found my way of expressing myself!!

  183. Tracy Gee Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I love to bring a smile to people’s faces :)

  184. torrita Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I love how it gives me the chance to create ‘pretty things’ with photos that might otherwise never see the light of day.

  185. Allison M. Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because this hobby is not only fun, but has also allowed me to explore my creative side and also meet many talented people as well.

  186. denise kerut Says:

    i am proud to be a scrapbooker because i am creating keepsakes for my kids. I am sharing this on Facebook.

  187. Allisa Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I am leaving a lasting legacy for my children. The memories and stories will be there for future generations.

  188. Keianna P. Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because my young daughters life is preserved and she will know how loved she was from the very beginning.

  189. Jill Says:

    Shimelle, thanks so much for hosting this fun event!! I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I love my family and preserving our memories is important to me. It is also important to them. My immediate family supports me 100%. Recently, my inlaws were visiting and they were talking to my kids. My FIL responded to some funny thing my ds did and said “you really need to write that down to remember it”. My response was, that is why I scrapbook! I pulled out my most recent pages and he was wowed and excited to see the stories and memories I was capturing. It made me proud!

  190. Alison Says:

    Im proud to be a scrapbooker because I have a lifetime of stories to tell, that nobody but me can tell! As the family historian I would have love to have scrapbooks from my ancestors – but sadly I dont!

    Ive made the most amazing talented friends all over the world through my hobby – and I just love creating albums and telling my story to anybody who is interested out there!

  191. Clare Says:

    I’m addicted to scrapbooking and very proud to sit in this corner of the crafty world admiring all the amazing work that others do and share. Scrapbookers are a friendly lot! Having my own stuff admired by my family and friends makes me so chuffed. Most of all I’m proud of my (3) children’s delight in my recording of their lives. 100% cheese, but true!

  192. LauraBean Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because it’s a way to say Thank You for all the gifts of God to me in my everyday life.

  193. Jennie Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because, most importantly I have made new friends that I treasure and nearly as importantly I have become a better, more-rounded person through it’s perspective.

  194. georgina Says:

    Just got your email about this weekend and I’m so excited, I have time to scrap and lots to do!! :) I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I am preserving my family’s history – there is nothing better than seeing peoples faces when they look through an older scrapbook album with past memories in it!

  195. Jimjams Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because it’s art, it’s history, it’s remembering, it’s celebrating, it’s me!

  196. rockchickhelen Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker to show how creative we all are.

  197. Lisa S. Says:

    I am proud that my children will know every aspect of the lives. It is recorded to them to enjoy.

  198. Trisha H Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because it has enriched my life in more ways than I can say.

  199. Ezlie Perez Says:

    I’m proud that I can showcase memories is a fun and beautiful way – that not everyone does, but everyone can appreciate.

  200. Robin W. Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker; I’m not afraid to take pictures while grocery shopping, eating out, or when I’m with friends and family. I love to tell people what I’m doing and why!

  201. hayley s Says:

    i like the scrapboks people have done i like my sisters one that she does i like taking pic as well i take lots of pictures thanks hayley

  202. Tagati Says:

    I’ve started several scrapbooks, but often don’t feel very creative. I luv seeing these blogs and am inspired to create again! And to expand using a hybrid approach since I’ve “graduated” to a digital camera.

  203. Melissa Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I’m preserving all of our memories! Scrapbooks are so fun to look at, too. :)

  204. Kirsty Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapper as I feel I am doing my bit to keep history alive!

    Also mentioned this on twitter :)

  205. Hester Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because i like to share my life to my children and scrapbooking gives me some me time too, so it’s good for the whole family!

  206. christine Says:

    I am very proud to be a scrapbooker, my dd who has some extra needs uses them to remember lots of days and events that she cant recall easily. she loves looking at pages about parties so she can see who came.

  207. Elizabeth W Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because not only am I recording our family history but by giving an insight into our everyday lives my baby great-granddaughter may also have some understanding of the family she belongs to. It is also an enjoyable creative outlet:)

  208. Ann Says:

    Proud to scrapbook for my children, because of my grandad and as often as I can! I have linked to the class on my facebook too.

  209. Jeannie Says:

    Proud to be a scrapbooker because it has given me so many lovely friends

  210. Sinead Says:

    While I have been shy in the past about my scrapbooking, I can say that I am most definitely proud to be a scrapbooker – when I scrapbook, I am doing something that I love, I am telling stories that are important to me, I am indulging my love for all things crafty, I am remembering the little things for the future…I could go on! Scrapbooking is brilliant:) Thanks Shimelle xxx

  211. tape Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because it’s the best hobby ever!

  212. Bunnyfreak Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I can share my art and memories with others.
    I tweeted about this (buckeyecub)

  213. Jamie De Luna Says:

    I shared the link on my twitter!

    http://twitter.com/#!/mllwyllw/status/102101969283465217

  214. Kate Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because this is fun! Plus, I actually do something with all those photos that would otherwise just stay in their files on the computer.

  215. rt in GA Says:

    I’m proud scrapbooker because I am getting the photos out of the computer and all the boxes!

  216. Melinda Says:

    I’m a proud scrapbooker! Not only is it fun, but I’m perserving our family history and memories. I’m getting the photos into albums to be enjoyed instead of on my hard drive.

  217. LucyF Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because my photo albums are more interesting than those of non-scrapbookers because they tell a story too :)

  218. lynn Says:

    Proud to scrapbook memories for my family and friends.

  219. Jules! Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because it’s good therapy! lol…I am making beautiful memories with my friends and also preserving them…my boys love to see their pages and I think it makes them feel special…who doesn’t like that

  220. Lisa Says:

    I’m so proud to be a scrapbooker…love sharing in the online community with all of you!!

  221. Immi Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because of all the memories I’m saving from oblivion!

  222. ellen Roberg-Askim Says:

    Hi Shimelle, I just realized that your scrapping most likely has been of the greatet inspiration for my own. Just checked in to tell you, and then I saw all this going on this weekend. I will follow you! <THANKS!

  223. judy Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker as I can record memories in pictures & words & be creative playing with papers & embellishments at the same time.

  224. ninarsku Says:

    I’m a proud scrapbooker because I’ll tell my life story through my pages and make memories last longer!

  225. Kim Strother Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker for all the obvious reason like preserving memories and for my family. And becasue we are all scrapbookers we all get that. But it goes beyond that…when you can get some one who isn’t a scrapbooker interested in what we do, then you ‘re getting somewhere. I gave a fellow co worker and his wife a gift of a small scrapbook for the birth of their first child…6 years later his wife shared with me it was the most thoughtful, special gift she had ever received in her life. That was my proudest moment as a scrapbooker. That same co worker now gives me cardboard, cds and other little things I can use to scrapbook. They may not scrapbook, but now they “get it” too!!!

  226. ruth Says:

    i dont have a reason, i just am proud, it is awesome.

  227. ConnieC Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker, because I get to create stuff and record memeories before they are forgotten.

    I’m tweeting your link.

  228. dhill Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because it gives me a tangible link with my decendants.

  229. Chelsea Says:

    I’ve often found myself hesitant to share my love of scrapbooking, maybe I thought it carried with it an image that I never felt was me. Lately I have really tried to explore that and it’s so much more than just gluing a picture onto a piece of paper. It’s the feeling that it imparts, it’s a mini masterpiece to me and to my family and more than that it is a way to share my version of our lives without any pressure. It’s my own way to tell our stories an what a beautiful thing that is!!!

  230. Megan Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because it makes me feel really good that I’m preserving my family’s history in a fun and enjoyable way. It’s a great way to share fun, entertaining, loving, difficult memories and stories. And it helps that it is therapy for me. ;)

  231. Jane Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker as it preserves the history of my family, the history of our time on this planet and gives me a creative outlet which I totally enjoy.

  232. Michele Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I’m sharing the history of my famly and preserving memories that may be lost.

  233. Crystal aka Caitlynsmommy Says:

    I am a scrapbooker so that when I am gone mine and my family’s story can live on, plus looking at the sweet little pages when my DD is a raging hormonal teen will make me smile right?

  234. Margie S Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because it is so much fun and gives me satisfaction like nothing else. And hopefully, my family will appreciate it long after I am gone. But if not, it’s already done enough giving me so much personally.

  235. Jennifer Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because my nieces and nephews will always be able to open up one of their scrapbooks and have tangible proof of how much I love them. They can see the pictures and read the journaling and know without a doubt how special their aunt Fer Fer thinks they are.

  236. Patricia Says:

    I’m a proud scrapbooker to help my family remember all our fun times.

  237. Jennifer Grace Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because it unites people from all around the world, sharing craft, art and stories – my favourite things!

  238. jett Says:

    So proud to be a scrapbooker!!! I love the creative process, the supplies, reliving the memories and knowing that I’ll be able to relive them again in the future.

  239. Cynthia B. Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I’m proud to preserve our family memories in creative ways. I’m proud that my children can look at these little pieces of me that will last long after I’m gone.

  240. marianne Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because it is my creative identity. I also posted a link to the crop on FB. Can’t wait to get started!

  241. nitasha Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because it tells the world that I am a memory keeper, that I care about preserving memories, and that I enjoy giving handmade cards and altered art from my heart! I’m proud to be a scrapbooker also because it’s a very positive way of coping with stress, too!

  242. rosalie boutcher Says:

    i am proud to be as scrapbook because i love this hobby of mine! it is fun, it is my release, my space, my time time and as a result i am creting memories for my family for the genterations to come.. now that is rather cool!

  243. Laura Davidson Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I am preserving my families memories…

  244. Michelle Says:

    For me its definitely about being able to tell my own story, it makes me able to live more in the moment and enjoy the details. I’m proud because it’s my story and its my way of never forgetting this moment

  245. Tenny Kusuma Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I want my kids to remember and treasure their childhood memories on scrapbook pages that I, their own mom, made.

  246. Misty Munn Says:

    Hi there! First off, THANK YOU so much for this fun filled weekend!!! As always, you are such an inspiration!!!

    The reason that I scrapbook (and love it) is simple: for my kids and many more generations to come, I hope. It is my dream that they will enjoy their stories for years to come, so what better way to present their story than in a scrapbook.

  247. Ann Marie Lessner Says:

    I am happy to be a scrapbooker because I am helping to record my families history. I am also going to submit this on my facebook page.

  248. shan Says:

    simply because it’s fun, and a great creative outlet. wish i had time to do lots more of it.

  249. Carrie Says:

    I take photos, I write down the cute things that are said, I save the bits of this & that for our Family and what it will become and that is why I am proud to be a Scrapbooker.

  250. Claire Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker as it is a hobby with a purpose. It has also helped me enjoy being a Stay at Home Mum more than I was before starting to scrap.

  251. Barb in AK Says:

    I’m proud I am a scrapbooker. I never was interested in taking photos. Then I started scrapping. Now I love to zoom in, catch the action, show the emotion, bring out the fun through photography. I’m proud I am a scrapbooker. I was never interested in family genealogy. Now I’ve finished an heritage album.
    I’m proud I am a scrapbooker. I used to be a teacher who was responsible for making interesting and educational bulletin boards. Now I scrapbook— like mini bulletin boards. I try to make them interesting, educational, memorable, and fun :-)

  252. Vinnie Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because like my girlfriends say, “it’s so Vinnie” :) Creativity and the need for artsy fartsy things run in my blood. I love pretty things and a hobby like scrapbooking is perfect! Creating and scrapping makes me feel alive :D breathe!

  253. Marygail Says:

    I am so proud to be a scrapbooker because the creative way I preserve my children’s childhood, for being in a community of people who know what it’s like digging into a new stash of scrapbooking goodies, and for the love of taking photos and adding words to them that make up a memory.

  254. Diane Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I preserve my family’s memories. I am saddened at all the stories that have been lost already; I know that I will never be able to record all memories (because I wouldn’t be able to experience new ones due to lack of time) but each story I get onto paper is one that may have been lost otherwise.

  255. Diane Says:

    And I just tweeted the link to your weekend of fun :)

  256. Sheena x Says:

    Im proud to be a scrapbooker … Not only have I found a hobby that I love & allows me to create to my hearts content, it also leaves wonderful pages & memories for my family & future generations. So a win win situation for all :)

  257. Leah Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because its a way of sharing my creativity while preserving memories of our life. My partner loves looking back on our albums, and I love creating them. JOY!

  258. Wendy Miller Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because long after I’m gone peple will be able to see how I lived my life and hopefully learn lots about me without even meeting me. Memories are precious and should be preserved in case you ever lose them.
    :-)

  259. Wendy Miller Says:

    Just posted on Facebook as well :-)

  260. Maria Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I love taking pictures and I love that I’m preserving my families memories!

  261. Beki Norman Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because it means I can make people smile by bringing back memories.

  262. Jenny Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooking because I love that I have recorded details behind the photos for my son to see in years to come. It makes me smile and happy. :-)

  263. anneberit Says:

    Seriously proud to be a scrapbooker both because I get to tell and preserve our stories and because I can have some creative fun with colors & forms + my photos & words!

    I did tweet this as well (limefjord). Thanks for the chance to win :D

  264. Carrie K Says:

    I am proud of my scrapbooking because it made me finally discover my creative side and make art i am proud of!

  265. Joanne Says:

    Because it enhances the photos and is creative. Mixes my two loves of paper and photographs

  266. Nikki M Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because it lets my family know how important our memories, good and bad, are US. No one did that for me growing up and I wished that they had. I also want to let my children know how VERY important it is to nurture the part of you that makes you feel ALIVE. That is what scrapbooking does for me. Thank you.

  267. Angelfish Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker, because it means that my children won’t inherit a boxful of old photos with no idea who the people in them are.

  268. Kirsty A Says:

    I’m proud when I show people my scrapbooks. My husband is impressed by them (and that’s rare) ad even my hypercritcal mother loves looking through them. that makes me proud!

  269. heather Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I finally found a creative outlet and allows me yo combine my love of taking photos with my need to “journal” my holidays and day to day life

  270. sally Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I can express myself and capture memories on the page that say so much more than just a photograph.

  271. Bev Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because it has taught me the importance of my every day life and to pay attention. Even the small things have meaning.

  272. Jenny Gilbert Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker becasue I think that all these years thinking like a scrapbooker when photographing and recording events has caused me to learn to really notice and enjoy the simplest blessings in life.

  273. Karen C. Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I enjoy memorializing life as we know it at this very moment to be enjoyed by family many years from now!

  274. Lee Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because the output has brought joy to many through giving albums and cards as gifts.

  275. Gemma Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because it is such a fun way of preserving memories. So often I look back at old photos and know there was a funny story attached to them but can’t remember what. Scrapbooking is a perfect way of recording these events for the whole family to look back on and enjoy again.

  276. jacki l Says:

    i am proud to be a scrapbooker because i have a hobby that lets me be creative, while at the same time i can show my family how much they mean to me

  277. Cindy Carlson Says:

    I am proud to scrapbook because it is an awesome way to focus on all that is good in your life or help you get your mind around things that are not. It is a wonderful mode of creativity, story telling, and self-expression that can be shared and appreciated with friends and family.

  278. ann Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because of the enjoyment this hobby brings to my family. My girls love to see photos of them in albums embellished with pretty papers, ribbons, and paints. They love to look at their layouts and that makes me proud!

  279. Juanna Says:

    i am so proud to be a scrapbooker because scrapbooking is an art that gave me so much confidence when my self esteem was low, gave me a more definite identity and helped me break out of the rut to be creative!

  280. Bethany E. Says:

    Sounds like a great giveaway…thank you!

  281. ana roat Says:

    When life sucks and isn’t so pleasant, I go back thru my scrapbooks and realize that hard times are temporary and that the everyday mixed with special moments make up for the majority of our story and that seems to make it all okay. My own pages give me renewed hope—that’s why I scrap.

  282. Val Thorpe Says:

    what’s not to be proud of :D

  283. Laura Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I’m creating books of memories that our family and my daughter specifically will have forever.

  284. Poupee Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because it is my creative outlet that showcases my love for my family and my love for photography. There are no pretensions in scrapping, you can scrap any way that describes YOU and there is no wrong way or one way. Plus sharing is encouraged among scrapper thus building a great sense of community.

  285. Margaret Anne Clark Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because it is real history. Not just the big events, but the minutae of everyday life and how we lived – what’s more interesting than that ?

  286. Amy Pelletier Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I am creating memorabilia for my children to have when I’m gone. :)

  287. jessica c Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because of the memories that I’m creating for my kids….also because it shows them that it’s OK to play with paper and to be creative! They both will sit sometimes and scrapbook with me, they love doing their own pages as well as looking at my completed ones. They are why I’m proud to call myself a scrapbooker!

  288. Katie Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because of the joy and happiness it creates not only for me, but for the other people in my life.

  289. BARB T Says:

    Scrapbooking makes me happy. I love to tell the stories my parents (now deceased) told me, and I love that these stories are now or will be written for future generations. As I scrap photos of my children and grandchildren, I love remembering the fun, a milestone, a happy, and sometimes sad moment. I am proud to be doing something new and fun in my life and learning from it. I am very proud of the techniques I have learned and the resulting works of art that a finished lo becomes. There is a sense of accomplishment in organizing and scrapping decades of photos. I am proud to be the one to tell our family’s stories because everyones’s story is important and should not be forgotten. On a smaller note I can be proud to say that I am definitely contributing to our economy by supporting local scrapbook and craft stores. For these reasons and many others I am proud to be a scrapbooker.

  290. Mini Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I am preserving today for tomorrow.
    Sue x

  291. Kim Thomas Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I can say whatever needs to be said and give a little bit of myself to my family. It also allows the creativity that I need for my soul. It is such an exciting hobby that I think about every single day.

  292. Nienke Says:

    I am very proud to be a scrapbooker because it shows my creativity and I can share my take on memories with my loved ones.

  293. Heather T. Says:

    I’m proud to scrap because it’s all about saving memories for my kids.

  294. Louise Pettman Says:

    Proud to be a scrapbooker as I love to tell our families stories.

  295. Jac Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I think future generations will love to look back at this time. I love the old photos we have have just wish I knew who they were so I always journal.

  296. Sarahjayne Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker. This week I am especially proud as my 9 year old daughter has started her first scrapbook with out my help. The pages she has completed are just from
    watching me and her own designs I am so proud of her
    and myself for passing
    scrapbooking through the
    family. I think she deserves the prize because she amazing. I love scrapbooking
    And shimelle.

  297. Kim Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I am helping preserve my family’s history. In photos and journaling I am telling the stories that reflect our special events and our everyday lives. Thanks for the chance to win.

  298. Niru Says:

    Hi! I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I have such a terrible memory and I love being able to look back on all those precious little moments of my two babies as they grow up. also, I was super proud when I inspired one of my cousins to start scrapbooking. She instantly got a huge box of goodies from me in the mail!

  299. Daphne Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I want to tell the otherwise forgotten stories which happens in our lifes!
    Shared the link on FB!

  300. Danz Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because it shows them that it’s OK to play with paper.

  301. Zahra Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I can do something for me (it’s about the only thing I do, for me) but I’m creating something for them – my babies – about their history, their family and most of all, about how much they are loved (and why) – I lost my Mum at a young age, so I’m leaving them with pages containing stories I’d love to have heard – does that make sense?

  302. Angie Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because where else can you play with photos, stories, and paper!!

  303. Susan Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I can save not only the memories but the little details you forget

  304. Jo Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I’m preserving all of my family’s memories and fun times :)

    I shared on Twitter @Daisychain14

  305. Karen C Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I am creating something that money can’t buy for future family generations. Capturing the details that will be lost over time. Scrapbooking has become part of who I am and I love it.

  306. Linda Trace Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because my 3 year old daughter loves to look at the layouts I make and comment on them. Its something so small, but so meaningful that she loves them so much. I’m proud to scrapbook because I’m teaching her not to just keep her memories, but treasure them, by scrapbooking them.

  307. Jenny B Says:

    Plain and simple, it makes me happy. Nothing gives me more pleasure than being surrounded with pretty paper and glue. You got me thinking about this, so I’ve posted about this on my blog (yes, I know, sly self promo, but I’m proud of it!) Thank you for the weekend of challenges.

  308. Smeepee Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because it’s something I’m good at – in fact anyone’s good at it. I love how I’ve gotten a few of my friends into craft. :)

  309. Kim (toomuchstuff) Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker for several reasons. First, I’m capturing my family’s stories for them to enjoy today and in the future. I know that having a visual connected to the memory will make the memory more solid. Second, I’m spending time for myself (gasp!) when I scrapbook. I enjoy the visual and tactile experience of working with pictures, pretty papers and embellishments (and paint). It recharges my batteries and gives me renewed energy. Participating in both the in-person and online scrapbooking communities with like-minded women nurtures my creative spirit and educates me. Finally, I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because it says I care – about my family, myself, our friends, our past, our present and our future. It’s a paper and picture group hug, and there’s just not much better than a group hug. :-)

  310. Summer201 Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because i want save all of the memories to my two little monsters! I want they will remember everything about our family! xxx

  311. Susan R Says:

    I’m proud to scrapbook so all our small and big moments are remembered. I love that my kids thumb through their books, pointing at pictures and laughing and asking, “mama, what is this from?” So awesome.

  312. Jen Clark Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I am preserving memories for my children. I also love that it’s the artistic side of my life. ~Jen

  313. AndreaHB Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because I can combine my love for photography, crafting and the corresponding stories.

  314. Verbena Says:

    I am proud to be a scrapbooker because I think it is so important to chronicle our lives for future generations.

  315. Jenny P Says:

    I’m proud to be a scrapbooker because it gives me a different way to look at life, a more deliberate awareness of the small details.

  316. Lisa-Jane Johnson Says:

    There are so many reasons why I love scrapbooking – the attention to the small things, the attention to the positive things (very important for me), getting the most out of your photos, passing on the details, I could go on! But why am I proud of it? I’m not sure really. Maybe I am proud to enjoy something guilt free – it has no calories, doesn’t hurt anyone, it is so much more worthwhile than many other pursuits. I’m proud to tell my stories with a little prettiness.

  317. Olivia Says:

    I’m proud to scrapbook when I see my friends & family enjoy my creations. It’s good to see them recall things they would have forgotten otherwise & be reminded of how special they are to me.

  318. karen keiper Says:

    i’m proud to be a scrapbooker because i think it is a very caring and giving community. Also because it helps me not to miss the little things in our lives everyday, helps me live in the moment.

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