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A farewell blog hop for the American Crafts 2011-2012 scrapbooking team

American Crafts Scrapbooking Blog Hop
American Crafts Scrapbooking Blog Hop
Today I officially say farewell to the American Crafts design team, as my term has ended and the new team will spring into action. It’s been such a pleasure to work with these talented ladies and some of my very favourite products on the market. (Hello? I cannot possibly scrapbook without Thickers. You know this.) You can see a variety of projects I’ve created for American Crafts over the past year in these posts.

minibook
If you’ve just hopped over from Amy Heller’s blog, then welcome! You can find further details about the full hop on the American Crafts blog. For my stop on the hop, I wanted to show you my notebook I’m keeping for Learn Something New, a little project I work on every September. This year I’m really focused on using materials I have and really should use for this project. The sorts of things we buy because we love them, but we don’t get them onto a project straight away so they can sit for quite a while until we forget about them. So an Amy Tangerine daybook is part of that for me. I have one of each daybook Amy has designed. I have used… two. One for a travel mini and one for a personal collection of tickets, notes and daily ephemera. That still leaves me several that need a purpose in life! So I grabbed this one and dressed it up just a bit so it can be my place for thinking on paper for the next thirty days. (And no, it wasn’t complete without washi tape and Thickers. Obviously.)

minibook
I’m not actually using it as a completed minibook for my album. Instead, it’s a bit of a playground for thoughts. It will go everywhere with me for the next thirty days. I’ll use it to answer daily questions from the Learn Something New prompts and to work my way from the goings on of each day to some perfect bit of learning I can take away from that day. Those thirty lessons will be recorded separately somewhere just a bit more dressy. But this is the perfect place to have no fear of making mistakes, crossing things out and thinking things through. That two part process is so very good for my soul. (Definitely worth trying some time if you’re not usually a journal-keeper. These books make it possible to keep a journal for just a short time rather than getting intimidating by something big and formal!)

american crafts design team
Your next stop on the blog hop is Paige Evans, our fearless leader! She’s the hostess at the AC blog and keeps us all in check, which is not always easy with lots of creative people! She kept everything running smoothly this summer even though she delivered a brand new baby in the middle of it! So much appreciation goes to Paige, I tell you. Visit her and hop along to say hello to all the team members in this day of farewell.

AND HOW ABOUT A PRIZE? Leave a comment on this post and one randomly selected commenter will win an American Crafts prize pack. Entries close at the end of next Thursday, and the winner will be posted Friday.

01 September 2012



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344 Comments for A farewell blog hop for the American Crafts 2011-2012 scrapbooking team

  1. MaryAnn Says:

    Love AC! thanks for the chance to win a prize.
    Just settling in to blog hop then go to Learn something new.* from a fellow Thickers hoarder*

  2. tape Says:

    What a lovely little notebook! I’m thinking of going with a small watercolour journal for this year’s LSNED

  3. Emmanuelle Says:

    gorgeous notebook!! congrats:)

  4. Mel Says:

    I do love American Crafts! So many great products, and there aren’t many of my pages that don’t have Thickers on them, either. Thanks for the chance to win!

  5. Alexandra Boehnke Says:

    The mini was a great project in the last year. I love it! I’m interesting in your new projects for the next year!

  6. Tracey Says:

    Hmmmm, is there any project that is complete without washi and thickers?? Love both of those items!!

    Your albums are super cute! Good for you for using up your purchases!!

  7. Gina Says:

    Love your posts Shimelle. Cute little book!

  8. bessie del rosario Says:

    Love AC crafts! I love the pretty dear Lizzie papers, Fun Amy Tan stickers. Thickers and washi tape. Beautiful journal, Shimelle

  9. Helen O Says:

    That’s a really good idea, I’ve always put off getting any of the day books because i’m not really into mini books, but thinking of it as a mini journal makes me want to get one.

  10. Susan White Says:

    Yes, Thickers! I used to use flat alphas for titles until I discovered Thickers and now a page just doesn’t seem right without them. Love the look of your little notebook.

  11. CJ Johnson Says:

    Cute project, congrats on a nice design team run.

  12. Leslie Says:

    Great project. Thanks for the chance to win – I love AC products.

  13. danielle higginbottom-brown Says:

    love your work shimelle!!!!!

  14. Brenda Grubbs Says:

    I love your designs and am now hooked on Thickers and Washi tape. My husband thanks you! ;). I so enjoy the blog hop…so much creativity, and all you have to do is hop along. Great concept!! On to Learn Something Every Day!

  15. chel Says:

    LOVE American Crafts and I love the work you’ve done with their products. And what a great idea, using something Daybook for LSN… wish I had grabbed one when I was out last week.

  16. Janet Lebeau Says:

    Good luck on your future projects! I love all your work and I am addicted to your videos!!!!

  17. Maja Says:

    I love all your work for American Crafts!

  18. Steph Says:

    I <3 american crafts!

  19. Sylvie H Says:

    Love American Crafts. Thanks for the chance to win! I wasn’t sure if I’d have time to do LSNED, this year. But, your notebook idea might be the answer for me! Off to do some planning! Thanks, Shimelle! ;)

  20. Lori Poffenroth Says:

    Shimelle, your blog is one I check very regularly and I love it. I have joined lsn this year and am looking so forward to it.

  21. Nathalie Green Says:

    Aw that’s sad you’re not with American Crafts anymore, I love American Crafts and seeing what you have made with their products :) Love your blog! Thanks for the chance to win :D

  22. grace Says:

    I love minis, and washi tape and thickers are musts too!

  23. Melinda King Wilson Says:

    Thanks so much for sharing your talent on the American Crafts team!!!

  24. Emily Says:

    I love your Daybook! It looks great! I’ll miss you on the AC team!

  25. mary bing Says:

    I’m also addicted to Thickers!! Thanks for sharing!

  26. tina phillips Says:

    love those little notebooks !! Total cuteness!

  27. Linda Says:

    Cute notebook! I’d love a chance to win :)

  28. Romy Says:

    Just love what you made! Beautiful project!

  29. Kathy R Says:

    Love how you decorated your journal. I’ve bought these journals too and haven’t used them yet, may have to use one for your new class. Thanks for a chance to win the prize pack.

  30. pepper Says:

    I have used up all the daybooks i purchased! I’m so going to create my own daybook from my own AT stash for the LSNED class :D THANKS for the giveaway Shimelle :)
    P.s. Love all your works for American Crafts and others!

  31. Betsye Erazo Says:

    The daybook is a great idea! You have inspired me to use more thickers this year, thank you for the opportunity to win something from AC.

  32. AnnieBeth Says:

    Though I normally use my die-cut machine for titles, you’ve got me buying Thickers. What an ambassador for AC! Thanks for the inspiration.

  33. Inge Says:

    Love your work! MMM I also have an unused daybook lying around, maybe I should get my scrapcap on!

  34. marianne Says:

    Congrats on a job well done!

  35. Jeannine H Says:

    I have enjoyed your AC work very much. And I agree about Thickers. My inventory is growing too but somehow, there always other packs for sale that are the “perfect” color, size, font…you get the idea!

  36. Sue Bone Says:

    I think we all heart Thickers. :)

  37. Sonja Says:

    Your AC DT work has been fab. I’ve really enjoyed seeing it and of course Washi and Thickers are always a must:-)

  38. Patricia F Says:

    Thanks so much for your inspiration and for the chance at your prize!

  39. kazoulis Says:

    Your “sneak peeks” make me wanna run to my scrap corner and make something. It’s glitter alphas probably=)

  40. Candace Says:

    So sorry to see you go, loved the AC work you did

    Thanks for the chance to win

  41. Mel Says:

    Love your notebook – and your philosophy of actually USING stuff! :)

  42. Quinna Says:

    This is a happy day! First day of class!

  43. Justasiam Says:

    I have enjoyed your blog so much as well as your videos, and look forward to seeing what you are planning for the future too!

  44. Tine P. Says:

    Cute notebook. Pity u are leaving but luckily ur blog can still be reached to look at your wonderful projects :-) Greetings from Germany, Tine

  45. irene Says:

    Love the Daybook you’ll be using this month. Hope you’ll be showing some sneaks on your blog. Bye Irene

  46. Lisa Barnes Says:

    Thanks Shimelle for posting your video about scrapbooking everyday. It was very inspirational. I hope you keep it up on your site so we can return to it when we need that little reminder on what’s really important about our beloved hobby or when we feel overwhelmed by all we THINK there is “to do” when we’ve been away from our scrapbooking for a while.

  47. Brenna Says:

    Love the idea of using a day book for notes! I think I’ll pull out the one I have for my Learn Something New journal!

  48. Cynthia B. Says:

    We’ll miss seeing your AC DT work! No doubt we’ll continue seeing your wonderful designs elsewhere. Thanks, Shimelle!

  49. Anski Says:

    Such a cute notebooks!

  50. Justasiam Says:

    Sorry, my comment should have said, “learn something NEW every day”. Apparently I didn’t preview my comment very well!

  51. Jess Moore Says:

    great idea with the notebooks!

  52. Christina Hodgson Says:

    You’re not back on the AC DT? Oh no! I’ll miss seeing your work there! I love the notebooks, super cute colours and designs

  53. Lora Oliver Says:

    So adorably cute those books are! Your work is fabulous and always brings me inspiration.

  54. Trisha Says:

    I always have love your work! you were one of the ladies why i started to scrapbook again! :)

  55. Jacky S Says:

    I love Thickers as well.

  56. Maggie Greenwood Says:

    Love AC! Thanks for the chance to win.

  57. Jen D. Says:

    Cute project and congratulations on another design team. You are an inspiration and have such a fun job.

  58. Lisa S. Says:

    AC is awesome. Who doesn’t love thickers!!

  59. Heather T. Says:

    Those are beautiful books! Thanks for sharing your creativity!

  60. Maureen Says:

    ooh!! lovely!

  61. furrypig Says:

    I hope I manage LSNED this year, I am more prepared and will make the time. Sorry to see you leave AC the DT has been fab xxx

  62. Angie Says:

    your using the little remarks books has made me NEED them all!

  63. Melanie Q Says:

    Thanks for the chance! Your projects are beautiful! <3 your blog :)

  64. Becky F Says:

    What a cute notebook, but no surprise- I always love your work!

  65. Dee Says:

    Thanks for the creative inspiration!

  66. Ann Marie Says:

    Loved your work for AC, wish you would design for them sometime! Thx for the giveaway, love me some AC!! :-)

  67. Brigid Says:

    I am not sure that it is possible to make a project without thickers and washi tape!!!!

  68. Rachael F Says:

    Thanks for the inspiration…I can’t wait to make my own mini book :)

  69. Stacy Hamby Says:

    Loved all your American Crafts projects.

  70. Zahra Says:

    Loved your AC work, but then I’m a fan in general ;) x

  71. Shirley K Says:

    I enjoyed all the inspiration this past year!

  72. Michelle Huegel Says:

    I’ve been eyeing those daybooks for a while, love how you are using them!

  73. julie e Says:

    Thanks for the chance to win and for sharing so many wonderful projects.

  74. Kim Rogers Says:

    Always love your layouts! Can’t wait to see what’s next for you!

  75. Nadège Says:

    How did I miss these projects? They are fabulous! Really love your style.

  76. LisaE Says:

    No, we can’t do without our Thickers! They were lucky to have you on their team.

  77. Miriam Prantner Says:

    I’ve loved all that you shared this year! Thanks so much for all the inspiration!

  78. SandraB Says:

    I do love AC products. Can’t wait to get my hands on the new collections.

  79. SandraA Says:

    AC will not be the same without you. Such great work and inspiration. Thanks!

  80. Siobhann Says:

    Your work is awesome! I really love how Thickers have to touch every thing u do!
    Thx

  81. Kirsten J Says:

    Sad you’re done – I love Thickers too! Thanks for all of your constant inspiration :)

  82. Sigrun Campbell Says:

    I have enjoyed your work!!! no one uses thickers like you do!

  83. Marti Richards Says:

    sigh I collect those Daybooks, too and never use them. Thank you for the great idea!

  84. Sue Says:

    So sad you are no longer going to be designing for AC. You’re an inspiration!

  85. Leanne Says:

    _ I’m loving the blog hop! And that’s such a cute little book. I know what you mean about the bits you buy and have lying around. I have several sets of stickers that are ‘waiting for the right project’, and have been for two years or more..

  86. KateT Says:

    On to pastures new1 you’ve certainly reignited my interest on AC whilst I’ve been visiting you.

    ** Kate **

  87. {leah} Says:

    Good luck on all of your upcoming adventures, Shimelle! _

  88. Kathy Says:

    Looking forward to lots of inspiration in the Learn Something New Every Day class. Thanks for the chance to win!

  89. Alison Says:

    Great project…thanks for the chance to win some AC goodies!
    Alison xx

  90. Fleur Smith Says:

    Love your project, thanks for a chance to win :)

  91. Andrea Says:

    I love Thickers too! Your day book is beautiful, as always.

  92. jane Says:

    loved seeing all your projects!

  93. Sue Says:

    gorgeous notebooks. I think I need one for a special trip in October!

  94. Talia Says:

    Lovely! Now you’ve made me second guess how I’ll do the project!

  95. Debbie Piercey Says:

    What a pretty journal! Your class is going to be great! Thanks for the chance to win some AC goodness!

  96. Robin W. Says:

    I love all your inspiration! Also it seems like I can’t complete a page without thickers—thanks for the chance to win!

  97. Janet N Says:

    What a great idea! I love those little daybooks, but haven’t been able to find a real useful project for them. Using one as a limited time journal works perfectly.

  98. Jane Says:

    I love American crafts too – thickers are a must have for me.

  99. Elizabeth Ashman Says:

    My desire for more and more Thickers could probably be called an addiction….but I do use them!

  100. Robin Walston Says:

    I’ve loved your projects using AC product and all the other cool stuff you do too.

  101. Ana Roberta Says:

    I think your work is amazing…. I did “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Scrapbooking” and I loved it!!!! And I always watch “The Adventures of Glitter Girl”…. thank you for sharing your knowledge!

  102. Bethany Becker Says:

    Cute notebook. I love your work and all the inspiration you provide!

  103. Laurie Says:

    Sorry to see this DT leaving! I’ve enjoyed looking at everybody’s projects. Thanks for the chance to win some fun stuff.

  104. Marian Says:

    I have loved all your American Craft projects and your daybooks are great too!

  105. Sue D Says:

    I like how you decorated these notebooks.
    slrdowney at hotmail dot com

  106. heidi Says:

    I can’t wait to see what’s in store for you next!!

  107. ana roat Says:

    I love your work and I love, love LOVE Thickers. The new Dear Lizzy mini alphas are super cute and work well for smaller projects such as notebooks and the like. I’m super excited about combining JYC with Project Life this year and how cute would the Thickers look with AC glitter tape. LOVE!

  108. Dawn Says:

    Beautiful little book – I love notebooks, too! Thanks for your inspiration and work for American Crafts.

  109. Evelin Says:

    Awww…. sad to see you leave AC design team … thanks for the chance at a win, tho… Love thickers too!

  110. Jeannie Phillips Says:

    Thanks for a fun year of inspiration and thanks for the chance to win.

  111. Moira OReilly Says:

    I am so totally addicted to Thickers myself (hmm… thanks for that Shimelle LOL). I also love the Amy Tangerine line. Love your day book. I decorated my notebook for LSNED this afternoon.

  112. Juliann Says:

    I am loving getting out my on hand applies for my LSNED book too

  113. Shawn Wenrich Says:

    Great notebook, I adore it!

  114. April W Says:

    I can’t belive you won’t be on the team anymore Shimelle, but you’ve done some FANTASTIC work for them!!

  115. Debbie Says:

    Love your little journals!

  116. Cheryl Says:

    Thickers hoarders unite! You’ve done amazing work with AC, they were lucky to have you :)

  117. Kirsten Anderson Says:

    So sorry to see you leave the design team, but looking forward to seeing your future creative endeavors.

  118. kimberly Says:

    thanks for all your inspiration though out the year…. I am a follower so you will not be gone from me for too long i hope :)

  119. Dara Lynn Says:

    You are such a dynamo Shimelle!! We are so appreciative of your contribution this year! You bring all products to such a cuteness factor! Even the notebooks are little treasures!!

  120. Paige Evans Says:

    Awwwww thanks for your sweet and kind words Shimelle – I seriously almost cried :) You are a fabulous and talented lady and I look forward to seeing everything you do!

  121. Janelle Says:

    All your layouts are so beautiful! Love your blog!

  122. ruth Says:

    Great to see another AT daybook in use, I have a couple and I am working out what to do with their adorableness so that it isnt just stash being wasted. way too cute for that!

  123. Nicole McNamara Says:

    Love the ‘playground for thoughts’ book idea. I NEED one of those, always have way too many projects in my mind at once and find it hard to focus on one and still remember the details of the next.
    See you around again soon!

  124. VickiB Says:

    Shimelle, I am so going to miss seeing your designs on AC blog! I love all your videos. I have learned so much about layout designs through your well-thought out videos. Thanks you for all your wonderful tips!

  125. RONNIE SIMPSON Says:

    Oh a chance to win an American Crafts pack – there would be nothing better than to recieve taht in the mail!

  126. Janet Says:

    Shimelle,
    always love your products and can’t wait to see what’s up ahead! Your journal is just perfect!

  127. Leslie Ashe Says:

    I sure am going to miss seeing your beautiful creations Shimelle! It’s been a joy & priviledge to work with you! Good luck in all you do!

  128. Amy Ulen Says:

    Loving class this year and it is only the first day! Thanks for sharing your journal.

  129. Kristin A. Says:

    Thickers make me swoon, too! Thanks for the chance to win!

  130. Karen Decker Says:

    I love blog hopping when each blog has cute and creative paper creations. :)

  131. Brenda Smith Says:

    Love your albums! Thank you so much for the inspiration.

  132. Berta Says:

    What is a scrapbook page with out Thickers?????

  133. Ronniescrap Says:

    My first blog hop…. I loved it. Thanks for sharing with us again. Sharon

  134. Staci Says:

    Thanks for the chance to win! I love AC and your work!

  135. Jean D Says:

    Glad you enjoyed your year with American Crafts, I sure enjoy your projects (love the notebook).

  136. Edie Says:

    Oh that makes me sad to see you leave AC. I always loved what you did with their product. But then again.. you do amazing stuff with ANY product. :)

  137. Anne Says:

    Thanks for the chance to win some AC goodies. I am curious to see what comes next ( beside Thickers). :-)

  138. Jennifer Says:

    I love AC! Great giveaway

  139. KatherineL Says:

    Thank you so much for your inspiration! I can’t live without thickers too! Hahaha…

  140. Sparklin Says:

    Great daybook! Thanks for a chance to win!

  141. Margot/NZ Says:

    I love Thickers too! Thanks for the chance to win (if I’m picked, I’ll pay for the postage to NZ).

  142. ESHKTANA Says:

    THANK YOU FOR THE OPPORTUNITY

  143. Teri Says:

    Cute little journal, love your work!

  144. Nora Says:

    Super cute notebook!:)

  145. Barb in AK Says:

    I’m going to miss your projects with AC. I know you won’t give up the product though :-D
    Love AC, too!! Thanks for the chance to win Shimelle!

  146. Tracey H Says:

    I couldn’t scrapbook without THICKERS either! Love them!!!!

  147. Donna B. Says:

    Love the daybook! I am sure AC will miss you

  148. Maria Krumbaek Says:

    It’s been great following you on the AC blog. Thanks for the chance to win. And cute notebook!

  149. angela g a Says:

    Thanks for the inspiration. And the chance to win.

  150. Antje Says:

    Always like to stop by your blog, you’re doing great projects with the AC products!

  151. julieFrog Says:

    Have loved your projects using AC – you’ve tempted me to buy some too! Thanks for the opportunity to win!

  152. Jenny McGee Says:

    Love all your projects. Thanks for a chance to win.

  153. marie-eve Says:

    thanks for the chance to win!!

  154. Louise Hallett Says:

    I don’t know how you find the time to be on so many design teams AND still do online classes and blog so much inspiration to us – thank you for helping us be better scrapbookers (if a lot poorer!)

  155. ScrappyBarb in VA Says:

    Love your notebook! Great idea to take it everywhere for September. Thanks for the chance to win!

  156. ~amy~ Says:

    You are such a wonderful designer…love the altered notebooks!

  157. Jacqui D Says:

    Just been and looked at your scraproom tour. I definitely have Thickers Envy.
    Hope you get moved okay and can set up your new scrap space quickly.

  158. Claire t Says:

    Oh thanks for the reminder about the Amy Tangerine daybooks. I have used one for a mini album of a short break in New Zealand and another for a long weekend in Penang. I need something for LSNED so that might use up the last empty one.

  159. helenb Says:

    You were such a great fit for AC – you will be missed – but I’ve just signed up for LSNED so I will still get my Shim fix :)

  160. Theresa Ferran Says:

    thanks for the chance to win! love anything “AC”.

  161. Linda In Aus Says:

    Just image scrapbooking without Thickers, shock horror. Must decorate my note book for class.

  162. Lou Stiner Says:

    Your work is amazing!!! Thanks for the chance to win!

  163. Ciacchina Says:

    Bello il notes! Anche io adoro America Craft e non posso fare a meno dei THickers ;)

  164. Gayle215 Says:

    Thanks for the great inspiration Shimelle. I have taken your Learn something classes several times and am looking forward to this year. I love your altered daybook for this purpose!

  165. Dawn Cheshire Says:

    Shimelle, have loved all the things yu have done for AC during the last year! Going to miss your insiration but know you’ll still be using tons of AC products Love your album.

  166. Alinor Says:

    American crafts clearly is my favorite brand, hope we’ll still see a lot of your AC layouts!

  167. Caro_frenchy Says:

    Hi Shimelle, are you going to be part of another DT this year ? or is it too much work ?
    How are you facing the nearly post Games time now ? I feel sad, it went by so quickly… luckily I have tickets for wednesday : swimming

  168. Susanmcl Says:

    Thx for all the great ideas.

  169. Kathleen Says:

    Thanks for all the inspiration and great ideas!!

  170. Jessie Says:

    Loved all your American Crafts work… will definitely miss it for sure. <3 Looking forward to seeing what you cook up next! ;)

  171. Lisa C. Says:

    Such a cute mini book! I love all your work Shimelle!

  172. Betsy Gourley Says:

    You did AC proud.

  173. Nita K. Says:

    Thanks for sharing your talent and work with us for AC.

  174. Melinda T Says:

    Love your work, Shimelle! Thank you for inspiring!

  175. Paula Says:

    Loved your AC makes, and the rest of your blog. You’ve inspired me to notebook it for this year’s LSNED too. See you there!

  176. Tagati Says:

    I luv, luv, luv your blog and enjoy the videos too. And I really appreciate the fact that when I asked a question via e-mail, you promptly responded.

    Mille gratzie.

  177. Victoria Says:

    So now I know why Paige has so many Thickers stickers to get rid of!!! She is such a scrapping talent too. Thanks for this chance to win.

  178. Andrea R. Says:

    Thanks for your great inspiration! You are amazing!

  179. Madeline St Onge Says:

    Love the journal you are doing, filing that away for next year maybe. Thanks

  180. Anne F Says:

    Shimelle – love your work. You are such a tremendous inspiration to many of us. Thanks so much for putting your craftiness and sweetness out into the world. You are amazing! And thanks for the chance to win. From a fellow Thickers hoarder. ;)

  181. Heather Says:

    love the daybook :-) thanks for the chance to win AC goodies!

  182. Nicole Hooper Says:

    I always enjoy your LO process videos and scrapbooking insight Shimelle! Thickers are THE BEST!! Thanks so much for a chance to win some AC goodness!! :-) Hugs, Nicole

  183. Julianna Says:

    You have helped reignite my love for Thickers again, thanks to all your great inspiration!

  184. Alicia Says:

    Thanks for bringing the wonderful world of American Crafts to my attention. Thanks also for yet another opportunity to win! xx

  185. Francesca-kinà Says:

    Hope to be lucky, I cross my finger and thanks for the chance!Francesca

  186. cjb Says:

    Thanks for all of your scrappy inspiration on the AC blog!

  187. j.leija Says:

    thanks for sharing your love of paper and glitter with all of us shimelle!

  188. Angela Says:

    Your AC projects have been inspiring and the source of many a shopping spree. Look forward to watching what happens next

  189. Christa Allgood Says:

    Thanks for all of your inspiration!! I adore your work!

  190. atreece Says:

    i just love this blog shimelle. time flies sooo fast and i have really enjoyed you AC entries.
    fabolous work!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  191. Jimjams Says:

    That looks great – off to check my in-box for LSNED prompts!

  192. Debra Williams Says:

    Very nice. Thanks for all the ideas.

  193. Kim Johnson Says:

    American Crafts products are some of my favorites too. Love Thickers!!

  194. Claire W. Says:

    I couldn’t scrap without Thickers either, other alphas just don’t do it for me! Thanks for the giveaway :)

  195. Penny W Says:

    Thanks so much for sharing.

  196. sonia Says:

    Thanks for great LO using AC def one of my fav companies.

  197. Lisa M. Zepponi Says:

    Congratulations on completing your deign team year with american crafts!

  198. Carla Hundley Says:

    Thanks for a chance to win!
    Carla from Utah

  199. Gina M Says:

    I have a Amy Tangerine daybook in progress. I need to finish it too. Thanks for the inspiration!

  200. Laur Says:

    Great job…see you on. The flip side.

    Laur

  201. Kim H Says:

    What a cute note book, a great idea. Thank you for sharing and a chance to win.

  202. Nicki Lundeen Says:

    Love your book. I love thickers, and my love keeps growing day to day!!!!! You are a major inspiration, and you have helped me become more comfortable with scrapbooking.

  203. Amanda Christensen Says:

    I am a secret Thickers hoarder. lol Thanks for the chance to win!

  204. donna Says:

    Would love to win some happy mail! Thanks for the chance.

  205. Fiona Says:

    I love AC thickers too plus all their other goodies. Your LSNED book looks fab! I’m enjoying the class! (of course I would be!)

  206. Allison Says:

    Great notebooks! Thanks for the chance to win!

  207. Jennie P. Says:

    I love your notebooks. That glitter blue alpha is so sparkly!

  208. Ange Says:

    Great project! Looks super fun!!

  209. MaryM Says:

    Can’t get enough AC’s pattern papers and Remarks Sticker Books. Love seeing you work w/their products… will miss your unique style. Thanks for the chance to win a product package.

  210. gemma Says:

    You’ll be missed! Although no doubt you have something else up your sleeve to keep you occupied! Thickers are my fav too!

  211. Antonia Says:

    Thickers! I love, love, love Thickers!

  212. Trish Says:

    I agree. American Crafts and more particularly, Thickers, are the next best thing since sliced bread!

  213. otakugirly Says:

    Gorgeous! I adore thickers. Thanks for chance to win.

  214. Cecilia Dilnot Smith Says:

    I thought I am going to use one of Amy’s daybooks when I go in to the hospital for a big operation. Then I can write down things that happens and scrapbook in a miniway while in hospital ( going to be there at least a month).

  215. marta - sakehanska Says:

    thank you for this chance to win.
    bye. marta

  216. Erin K Says:

    Love American Crafts and Amy Tangerine! I am so excited about LSNED! Thanks for a chance to win!

  217. Kirsten Says:

    Thanks Shimelle! I’ve loved your creations with AC!

  218. Roseann Hoyle Says:

    I love that September is the start of so many things. To me September is more about beginnings than January is.

  219. marianne-g Says:

    Your journal is so cute.
    You will surely be missed on AC.

  220. Jeanelle Says:

    Thank you for all your scrappy inspiration!

  221. Michelle Allred Says:

    Taking your Learn Something New class this year. Love your mini and so far am loving the class.

  222. Jani Says:

    I recently found your videos/blog and I love it. I enjoy seeing your work and have learned sooooo much. You reintroduced me to AC. Today’s project is simple and great. Thanks and looking forward to your next adventure.

  223. Annie M. Says:

    I adore your notebook idea for the LSNED class. I’m definitely going that route this year. Thanks for the inspiration AND the chance to win.

  224. jen Says:

    Love your LSNED notebook!

  225. sherry b Says:

    TFS. Good Luck.

  226. Charlotte Says:

    Thanks for the chance to win! x

  227. Danielle Says:

    Cute notebook. Thx!

  228. Leah Martin Says:

    I can’t scrap without Thickers either!! Thanks for a chance to win! :]

  229. Lynda Says:

    I’m glad I’ll continue to see your works of art on 2 Peas!

  230. Natalie Says:

    I have loved seeing you create for AC! It’s been a great year. (Of course, I love seeing anything you create :))

  231. Angela Hathikhanavala Says:

    Congrats on a great AC-full year. Cute notebook, too — it’s getting me inspired to get my LSNED butt in gear!

  232. Shelley P. Says:

    Thanks for your inspiration. Changes and new challenges are always exciting!_

  233. Amanda Christensen Says:

    Beautiful work! Thanks for the inspiration. :)

  234. Julie A. Shearer Says:

    I love your style ! And the fact you love Thickers as much as I do !! Thank you so much for sharing and a chance to win. Best of luck to you.

  235. Sabrina Aziz-Bahaman Says:

    shimelle, so sad! :((( i need to see more of you+AC!

  236. Jennifer Grace Says:

    Cute notebook! A little washi is always a good thing! x

  237. Bethany Engstrom Says:

    Thank you for the giveaway”

  238. Van Says:

    I have loved seeing your creations on the AC blog!! You are beyond amazing!

  239. Andrea Garland Says:

    Cute notebooks, I’m doing some notebooks too.

  240. Jeannine H Says:

    I love your projects and the fact that I can use my 4 × 6 photos as is! Thanks for a great year of inspiration with AC and for the chance to win!

  241. Mandy Szeto Says:

    I will miss seeing your work ! But I am subscribed to your blog, so I am sure I won’t miss a beat.

  242. anitatina Says:

    I absolutely love EVERYTHING Amy Tangerine! So adorable <3

  243. Sharon Says:

    Fellow thicker hoarder here! Love all the AC lines

  244. Jennifer Serrano Says:

    How could anyone not love thickers?! Thanks for the giveaway.

  245. Manda Says:

    I cannot live without Thickers either! Love this idea for a mini album.

  246. senoritascrapper Says:

    Wow! You totally converted me to an AC buyer. Hope they bring you back.

  247. Joanne Cabling Says:

    Your work using AC products are so fab! Love it!

  248. serena Says:

    shimelle – I love your layouts and your videos on two peas. sad to see you leave the AC team.

  249. Susanmcl Says:

    Going to miss you @ AC. Hope to see your work lots of other places.

  250. Aussie Emma Says:

    Wow what a cast and prize!

  251. Laura Stewart Says:

    we’ll miss you!

  252. Kerstie Says:

    Keep up the good work – you inspire us whichever product you use! Cheers from fellow Thicker Hoarder!! x

  253. allie.duckienz Says:

    Shimelle, YOU made me fall in love with Thickers! I will miss your posts on AC.

  254. biddybix Says:

    I love the idea of learning something new everyday – BIG THANKS for the inspiration – love the blog!

  255. Misty K in Ohio Says:

    You are a great inspiration!! American Crafts is crazy not to have you on their design team!

  256. Lisa P Says:

    Great work and so much fun seeing your projects this last year. Good luck in all you do. I will continue to follow you here.

  257. Sharon W. Says:

    I’m so sorry to see you leave the team (love AC products) but am excited to see what you get into NEXT!

  258. Tina S. Says:

    Definately need help using what I have! Thanks for the ideas!

  259. Melissa Says:

    I love AC and your work! Thanks for the giveaway!

  260. suzanne Says:

    You’re crazy talented regardless! love your vids..keep up your awesome work girl!

  261. Angel Says:

    i truly can relate with you when I sometimes go on a crazy haul and forget that I even have those products. This is a great idea to jot it down and make sure I use it! Thanks for sharing :)

  262. ifa Says:

    Cute books, thank you for the inspiration.

  263. michele Says:

    thanks for the memories

  264. Lovisa Says:

    Great idea with the short-time journaling book! :)

  265. Jessica Dougherty Says:

    Thanks for the chance to win! :)

  266. Laura C - Michigan Says:

    Awww – done with AC team but I know you won’t be forgetting to use any of their products! Thanks for the chance to win

  267. Abby Says:

    Love your projects!

  268. Courtney M Says:

    I’m crossing my fingers! I like your thought book. I may have to copy it.

  269. Ashleen Says:

    Besutiful day book! And as you say no collection is complete without thickers! I leave no project of mine left without them :) thanks for the chance to win :)

  270. Marsha F Says:

    I would love to win some AC products! Thanks for the chance to win!

  271. Krysta Says:

    I love your journal! It’s so pretty. Being done on the AC design team must feel like the end of one big party. I’d be sad.

  272. Maria Says:

    Shimelle, what a great job you’ve done for AC. I was never a huge Thickers fan until I started watching your videos and now I’m being addicted too. And your idea notebook is such a great idea – thanks for showing us. Maria

  273. Beatriz K. Says:

    heart thickers too :)

    Thanks for the chance to win.

  274. Nikki Says:

    really really thinking about this class

  275. LinhC Says:

    Great year of layouts!

  276. Corinna Lyons-Revello Says:

    American Crafts make my favorite cardstock!

  277. Penny Kitzmiller Says:

    Mark down in your little book that a girl named Penny from TN likes your work and is inspired by you!! Okay lololol

  278. Beatrice Lawson Says:

    I love your fun take on using your stash – I tend to hoard what I like best and not use it. Totally get how you feel about Thickers, looking at my stack and yes, definitely time to work it…

  279. Lauri Says:

    Thanks to you, Shimelle, I now love AC Thickers too! I have a stack almost a foot tall!! lol!!

  280. Cori Says:

    I’m going to miss seeing your projects on the AC blog!

  281. Nicole H Says:

    I love your ideas for the Amy Tangerine sketchbooks. I just bought two of them and have been trying to think of how to start because they are just too cute to sit in my craft room! Thanks! And I have lots of love for those thickers too.

  282. Nina Says:

    I love those daybooks! And would use them just like you, not as a minibook base but as a notebook.

    Oh btw, I feel the same about Thickers, I just can’t scrapbook without them. :)

  283. Lynette C Says:

    Love your daybooks. very nice.

  284. rach Says:

    I have loved your American Crafts layouts this year. So inspiring, thanks.

  285. Maxi Says:

    Mostly thanks to you, I am making more of a concerted effort to use stuff, mixing old with new in order to remind myself why I bought it in the first place. Am currently in the process of making my own Day/Smash book with said stuff. Love your blog and your ideas and am always excited to see a new post. You’ve definitely inspired me and helped me learn such a lot xx

  286. Omari Says:

    I too Love Thickers!

  287. Elizabeth R. Says:

    My daughter and I love your blog and inspiration.

  288. youngmi Says:

    i’m super intimidated by mini-albums. i don’t know why but i find them more intimidating than a giant 12×12 album. hopefully i will one day be brave enough to conquer the oh so scary mini-album! _

  289. HeatherC Says:

    I love minis!! I really like that this can be added to at your leisure.

  290. Flo Says:

    I love your books. Thanks for the chance.

  291. Ellie A. Says:

    You have been one of the reasons I’ve completely fell head over heals when it came to AC and loved all the inspiration you have brought. BIG thanks you to you & can’t wait to see what other adventures you’ll share with us!

  292. Carol Says:

    totally could not scrap without stickers…or their albums… American Crafts Rocks! Lovely little notebooks!

  293. Tassy Says:

    HI, I would love to win AC prize pack. I also like the thickers.AS a close follower of your blog and a student in your learn something new, I know how much you like thickers, lol!

  294. Kathy Says:

    I would love to win this fabulous prize…thanks for the chance!

  295. Jennifer Says:

    What a fabulous prize! Thanks Shimelle and AC

  296. melanie marshall Says:

    YAY!! Thanks for the inspiration and your time Shimelle – it was a fun ride :)

  297. kate bucci Says:

    Hello hello and yum yum yum…thickers! Loving all the inspiration, as always :)

  298. Christy Says:

    Congrats on your term!

  299. Brenda Says:

    Oh I love AC!! Thanks for the chance to win!! I love your style & have taken many of your classes!!

  300. Alicia Says:

    Thank you Shimelle for the contest! As always, I love your projects!

  301. Angela Garetto Says:

    Thanks for the reminder, Shimelle :) This prize looks AMAZING.

  302. Nina f Says:

    Having fun in lsmed and have a notebook as well..not a cute Amy tan, but functional. Thanks for the chance to win some ac goodies!

  303. lindsey Says:

    Rewatched the closing ceremony tonight and spotted you in team turquoise! Would love to win, I love american crafts. Thanks x

  304. Linda trace Says:

    I don’t thinking. Old scrapbook without AC either!,

  305. Jacqui Says:

    You must be sad about leaving. Thanks for showing me the world of American crafts. And what a fantastic give away your offering again x

  306. Kristy Says:

    Love this journal and all you do! American Crafts has amazing products! Thanks for showing off your skills ;)

  307. jeannie Says:

    Fantastic prize, always love American crafts and your inspiration. x

  308. Melissa Shea Says:

    Do you know every time I see/play w thickers I think of you? It inspires me! Thanks for the chance to win :)

  309. Brooke gale Says:

    I love thickers also :). Seriously, love them!!! And all of AC’s stuff actually!!! Thanks for the reminder :)

  310. Jo Says:

    Gorgeous notebooks. I’m another lover of Thickers!

  311. margie visnick Says:

    I love your work, sad to see you leave the AC team!

  312. Christine Says:

    Hi Shimelle, thank you for sharing all that you do with us. I love your work and your classes & videos renewed my passion for scrapbooking this year. Have a great day!

  313. Kathy Rohe Says:

    Hey Shimelle, you are my inspiration and teacher, Thanks for everything, and the chance to win.

  314. Karla Says:

    Love your work :) thanks for the chance!

  315. Jen Says:

    I love AC and Thickers especially. Very sad you won’t be on their design team anymore but… like you, I can’t imagine doing a layout without them!!

  316. Laura Says:

    Loving LSNED and thanks for this chance

  317. Angie R Says:

    Thank you for a chance to win AC stuff! I love Thickers too :)

  318. Caitlin Gray Says:

    Loved your work all year long!

  319. Jan Says:

    Love Am Crafts! Very Cute!

  320. Kimberly Says:

    Your work inspires me!!! I visit your blog weekly and I subscribe to your youtube channel as well. I will continue to visit often to see all of the wonderful things that you have to share. ;D

  321. melanie Says:

    Can’t wait to see what you do next. LOVE your style and teaching!

  322. Andrea Says:

    Love AC! So sad your time with them is up!

  323. LisaZ Says:

    I can’t scrap without my Thickers! Thanks for the chance to win some lovely AC goodies :)

  324. Jenny-Lynn Says:

    I love AC! Thanks for the chance to win!
    xoxo,
    jenny-lynn

  325. Teresa L. Says:

    Oh, I think AC is just so neat. So many possibilities!
    Thank you for the chance to win! XO

  326. Cathy Says:

    I’ve fallen in love with these products! Because of Shimelle! Thanks for the prize!
    Cathy

  327. Cathie Says:

    I love the way you use AC products, Shimelle. So much inspiration.

  328. Michelle Says:

    Latest addiction: DIY Thickers from American Crafts
    Courtesy of: Shimelle Laine!
    I imagine you will miss this part of your life Shimelle – what a lineup of talented gals!

  329. Avital Says:

    Ooh, I love, love, love that embellished notebook! Thanks for the chance to win some AC goodies. Their products always find their way to my cart. [I use the passive voice in case my husband sees it. Total deniability].

  330. Catherine Says:

    Like so many others, I’m a big Thickers addict. Thanks Shimelle for this giveaway!

  331. Lynda Says:

    Thanks for the giveaway. Love your notebook. I am looking forward to finishing my project in the class-such fun

  332. Olivia Says:

    Looks beautiful! I’ve just started putting my LSNED pages together.

  333. Kirsty Graydon Says:

    Your work has been fab for AC, sad to see you go!

  334. Jess Says:

    I really liked your mini book made with shoreline, a great range!

  335. Kirsty Says:

    Thickers Thickers Thickers Thickers Thickers Lovely Lovely Thickers.

    One can never have enough.

  336. Kirsty Says:

    Very cute notebook, far prettier to leave out than the usual ones.

  337. Awen. Lisle Says:

    OMG! Its Glitter Girl! love your videos. Such a great should not split up.

  338. Michelle McKean Says:

    I love your work. Thanks for the chance to win.

  339. Leslie Says:

    Love the notebook and you’ve inspired me to get mine started. Of course, I have some brand new Thickers to decorate it with.

  340. Amanda Christensen Says:

    Have you announced a winner yet?

  341. Grace Says:

    Thanks for the inspiration! I love your minis.

  342. Antoinette Says:

    My, your term went by way too fast! Love your endless energy and enthusiasm and loving your content as always.. With or without your AC badge :)

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