Scrapbook Your Way

Shanel Pettijohn is an Oklahoma-based scrapbooker, elementary school reading interventionist, and design team member for both Pear Tree Cut Files and Hip Kit Club. As a mom of three grown sons and grandmother to four girls, she's found a new creative rhythm as an empty nester, returning to scrapbooking with more time and fresh energy. Her pages are known for bold color, layered shapes, and hand-stitched details that make each layout feel like a small piece of art.🔗 Find all the mentioned links at simplescrapper.com/syw342✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

Leilani Schirmer is a Mississippi-based scrapbooker, Project Life devotee, and self-described indoor kid who has turned her love of nostalgia into a creative practice. Known online as @leilani_scraps, she returns to the podcast to talk about why we’re drawn to looking back, the pop culture and physical media she’s collecting, and how she documents childhood memories she doesn’t want to lose. Turning 40 this year, Leilani brings a colorful, playful, maximalist energy to her craft room and every project she takes on.🔗 Find all the mentioned links at simplescrapper.com/syw341✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

Rebeca Ruiz is a Puerto Rico-based scrapbooker, class instructor, and design team member who recently overhauled her entire craft room without adding a single square foot. After years of storing embellishments by product type and squeezing paper into every available corner, she emptied everything out of her creative space and started from scratch. What followed was a months-long project that reshaped not just her space but her relationship with her supplies.🔗 Find all the mentioned links at simplescrapper.com/syw340✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

Elizabeth Albers is a mom of seven who has built a digital template design business in the margins of an extremely full life. She started as a paper scrapbooker, discovered digital through a friend, and quickly realized that designing page layouts was her favorite part of the whole process. Today she creates eclectic, photo-focused templates at Hey Scrapper and maintains a weekly scrapbooking practice that produces a complete family album every year.🔗 Find all the mentioned links at simplescrapper.com/syw339✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

Molove Lee is a Brooklyn-based school counselor, scrapbooker, and junk journal enthusiast who has found a way to bring all of her creative interests together under one roof. Known online as @rememberthedayz21, she joins us to share how she moved from traditional scrapbooking and Project Life into junk journaling, and why this format has given her a new sense of creative freedom. Mo also opens up about hosting her first in-person junk journaling event and the growing community she's building both locally and online.🔗 Find all the mentioned links at simplescrapper.com/syw338✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

Marci Villanueva is a Washington State scrapbooker with a colorful, symmetrical style and a genuine love of embellishments. As the June 2026 featured artist at Simple Scrapper, she joins us for this My Way episode to share what keeps her coming back to her craft room in a season of life that also includes going back to school for a master's degree in graphic design.🔗 Find all the mentioned links at simplescrapper.com/syw337✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

Rachel Tallman lives in the Niagara region of Ontario, right between Toronto and Buffalo, and has been paper crafting for about 15 years. She built a sequin mix subscription business that grew quickly, landing collaborations with designers and producing a holiday advent calendar that sold out every year, before the Canada Post strike and US tariffs forced her to make an extremely hard call earlier this spring. This conversation digs into both the business reality and the emotional weight of closing something you love.🔗 Find all the mentioned links at simplescrapper.com/syw336✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

Kristine LeRoss has been scrapbooking for decades, but when her daughter graduated from high school and left for college, the 12x12 layouts that had always been her format stopped feeling like the right fit. She discovered the Stop the Blur memory planning system from Heidi Swapp, spent a long time lurking and dabbling before things clicked, and now fills her weekly spreads with the kinds of everyday moments she never would have thought to put on a traditional layout.🔗 Find all the mentioned links at simplescrapper.com/syw335✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

Miranda Webber is an elementary school teacher, YouTube creator, and returning guest who spent most of 2024 and 2025 away from her craft room after a difficult personal season. She came back as a more intentional memory keeper, and in this conversation she shares what her creative practice looks like today.🔗 Find all the mentioned links at simplescrapper.com/syw334✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

Carolyn Murray is a recently retired scrapbooker from Mississauga, Ontario, who has been creating colorful, photo-forward 12x12 layouts for more than 22 years. As Simple Scrapper’s May featured artist, she joins us for this My Way episode to share the systems and creative habits that keep her crafting nearly every day.🔗 Find all the mentioned links at simplescrapper.com/syw333✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

Amy Zwart is Simple Scrapper's community manager and the person I call the keeper of the testimonials. She's the one who catches the moments when members finally finish the thing they've been circling for months. She brings a unique insider view to a conversation about what finishing actually looks like and what makes it possible.🔗 Find all the mentioned links at simplescrapper.com/syw332✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

Kim Chaffin has been scrapbooking for nearly 30 years, ever since a friend invited her to a Creative Memories party and she realized the photos she was already taking and the journaling she was already keeping belonged on the same page. She lives in Tennessee, in a town internationally known as the storytelling capital of the world. That passion for story is at the core of why she never gets tired of this hobby.🔗 Find all the mentioned links at simplescrapper.com/syw331✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

Anna Komenda lives just outside Warsaw, Poland, and has been scrapbooking since her older daughter was born. She creates colorful, layered pages with custom ink backgrounds, asymmetrical compositions, and a genuine love of working with dies and mixed media. Being based in Europe means navigating a craft market that skews heavily toward card making, and that constraint has shaped how she thinks about creativity and what to do with the supplies in front of her.🔗 Find all the mentioned links at simplescrapper.com/syw330✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

Alissa Williams is the director of a small public library in central Illinois, and she came into our conversation with a clear picture of everything in her stash: where it lives, what it is, and when she is done with it. In our conversation Alissa maps how products come into her creative life, how she decides what to keep working with, and why the friction of online shopping has quietly done more for her stash-busting goals than any deliberate plan. She made zero new purchases in 2026 before this recording and is down to a single quarterly kit subscription.🔗 Find all the mentioned links at simplescrapper.com/syw329✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

Cassie Wiscarson is a Washington State scrapbooker with a graphic, colorful, photo-focused style and a genuine love of everyday moments. As our March 2026 featured artist, she joins us for this My Way episode to share the projects and perspectives that keep her coming back to her craft room, even in a season of life that has required some intentional prioritizing.Cassie's roots go back to film photography, including a DIY darkroom in her in-laws' basement, and that love of capturing small, joyful moments still shapes how she scrapbooks today.After joining a digital design team, she discovered that printing her own hybrid supplies made her more intentional, and she shares how that fits alongside her 12x12 layouts and 6x8 monthly recaps.Her new magnetic glass mat changed everything about her mixed media practice, and she makes a pretty compelling case for it.Cassie also opens up about stepping back from design teams to care for her mom, and how reclaiming Saturday as her own became essential for her mental health.Links MentionedCassie on Instagram: @cassiewiscarsonPear Tree Cut FilesScrapbook GenerationHeart and Home Collection from Cocoa Vanilla Studio (*)xTool Diode Laser (*)Week In The LifeProject LifeDecember DailyTraci ReedGlass Board Studio Magnetic Glass Mat (*)Tim Holtz mixed media mat (*)Tim Holtz Distress Oxides (*)Elle’s Studio Monthly KitsPosca Pens (*)Crafty Maven Getaway*Affiliate links help to support the work we do, at no additional cost to you.💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw328 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

Have you ever wished you could scrapbook dozens of photos on a single layout? You can with Brie Beaupre's interactive scrapbooking method. In this episode I'm chatting with Brie about the origins of her approach and the benefits of designing scrapbook pages in this unique way. You'll learn tips for making interactive layouts with ease, along with the secrets of using an entire collection kit at once!Links MentionedBrie on Instagram: @interactivescrapbookingInteractive Scrapbooking by Brie BeaupreFacebookYouTubePinterestSimple Stories Junk Drawer (*)Instructions for Junk Drawer LayoutStampin' Up49 and Market (*)Creative MemoriesBarely Art Precision Glue (*)Scoreboard (*)Photo Play (*)Echo Park (*)Glass Mats (*)SquareCanvaPage Protector Instructions on YouTubeFeathered Friends Layout on YouTubeCoastal Escape Layout on YouTube*Affiliate links help to support the work we do, at no additional cost to you.💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw327 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

Memory keeper Sarah Jürs loves variety, from creating in different formats to participating in many projects within the creative community. In this episode you'll hear what keeps her grounded in what really matters and how she balances a full plate inside and outside of scrapbooking. Sarah's passion for stories also shines through as a driving force in her process, offsetting the challenges of acquiring scrapbook supplies where she lives in Germany.Links MentionedSarah on Instagram: @allthenicethings_storiesmatterAli EdwardsDecember DailyAli Edwards Storyteller KitAli Edwards One Little WordHobonichi (*)Amy GretchenTheCoffeeMonsterzCoNew York Stationary FestLinda Loves Creating💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw326 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

When you love all the projects, how do you keep up with it all? To Megan Dosch, the answers are digital and "you don't." My conversation with Megan explores how she embraces a good enough mindset and identifies what really is the priority. From Project Life to December Daily (and everything in between), this episode highlights what its like to be busy-but-passionate memory keeper today.Links MentionedMegan on Instagram: @meganscrapbooksMegan’s YouTubeProject Life iPhone AppProject Life Android AppPhotoshopShutterflyPersnickety PrintsAli Edwards December DailyAli Edwards Week in The LifeAli Edwards Day in the LifeAli Edwards One Little Word52 weeks of MeThe 100 Day ProjectI love it all ShopBlurbWord Swag AppGoDaddy StudioCanvaCollect iPhone AppCollect Android AppDay OneAtomic Habits (*)*Affiliate links help to support the work we do, at no additional cost to you.💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw325 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

When I came across Laura O'Donnell on Instagram (@scrappingagain), I knew I had to hear the "again" part of her story. We talk about the seasons of life that precipitated her pause and her restart, as well as what she wishes she would have done in between. Our conversation also includes important reminders about finding that sweet spot in scrapbooking where joy and practicality meet.Links MentionedLaura on Instagram: @scrappingagainProject LifeBlurbFlow magazine (*)Creative MemoriesHero Arts (*)Copic Markers (*)Jessica SpragueLibbyLori Santos: The Science of WellbeingHobonichi Weeks - April start planners arriving soonPhotoshop ElementsPhotoshopSweet Doll DesignsClever Monkey GraphicsSweet Shoppe*Affiliate links help to support the work we do, at no additional cost to you.💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw324 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

In this episode I’m chatting with Nelya Lutsyuk, our featured artist for January 2026. Nelya is a busy mom of four who creates colorful, whimsical layouts in multiple formats to document her family's everyday life. Our conversation goes behind the scenes of her scrapbooking story and process, including how this hobby has helped Nelya feel more creative.Links MentionedNelya on Instagram: @nelliepickles_craftsAbeka homeschool curriculumKaren Kingsbury books (*)Francine Rivers books (*)Vicki Boutin (*)Paige Evans (*)*Affiliate links help to support the work we do, at no additional cost to you.💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw323 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

How do you scrapbook, really? I've identified six distinct phases of the scrapbooking process that collectively influence your joy and ease with the hobby. In this episode I'm sharing how we're focusing on process at Simple Scrapper in 2026 and how each phase can highlight opportunities for more aligned decision-making. Links MentionedLearn more about the Simple Scrapper community💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw322 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

I've had the opportunity to review hundreds of scrapbooking plans created by members through our annual Planning Party events. In this episode I'm distilling my observations and advice into ten points for you to consider. I'm covering common pitfalls as well as suggestions for gentle, realistic planning for your hobby.Links MentionedHow to join the Simple Scrapper community💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw321 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

In my recent episode with Alissa Williams I shared a little bit about my thinking for 2026. In this 20-minute solo episode I go a bit deeper into why I'm thinking about giving up scrapbooking projects and what I'm planning to do instead. I can't wait to hear your reaction to my semi-organized thoughts, which was recorded in my car in the parking lot of a Starbucks while Emily was at volleyball practice.Links MentionedStacy Julian Library of MemoriesAli Edwards December DailyBlog Post: Finishing 12 Years of December DailyAli Edwards Week In The LifeHeidi Swapp's Stop The BlurShannan Manton on Instagram💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw320 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

How do we take that "I should scrapbook this!" moment and save it for later? That's what this episode is all about. I asked a group of Simple Scrapper staff and team members to join me for a conversation all about journaling. Our discussion includes stories about personal journals, how we decide what to share in our scrapbooks, and systems for keeping track of the facts, feelings, and memories we don't want to forget.Links MentionedKeynoteShutterflyAli Edwards Quarterly KitApple Journal AppDay One AppMomento App I Am AppProject LifeSusannah Conway Journal Your LifeStacy Julian Library of MemoriesCreative MemoriesAffinity PhotoTrelloClickupAli Edwards Storyteller ClassShimelle Journal Your ChristmasBlurbEvernoteThe Playbooks from Kendra AdachiCanon QX 20 (*)Canon Ivy (*)*Affiliate links help to support the work we do, at no additional cost to you.💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw319 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

When you're feeling the itch to make a change, try thinking small and subtle like Tracie Radtke. Tracie is a digital memory keeper who focuses on clean and simple pages that she prefers to have printed in books. She keeps her process interesting for each project by switching up style choices like shadows and grids. In this episode you'll hear how Tracie's process has evolved over time and why she's settled on her current scrapbooking strategies.Links MentionedTracie on Instagram: @whattracieismakingTracie’s PatreonProject MouseCanon R Mirrorless camera (*)ShutterflyProject LifeAli Edwards December DailyBlurbPhotoshopAffinityInDesignCanva*Affiliate links help to support the work we do, at no additional cost to you.💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw318 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

In this episode I’m catching up with Alissa Williams from the parking lot of the volleyball club where both of our daughters play. We reflect on our faves and fails from 2025 and share our tentative plans for scrapbooking and planning in 2026. Our conversation also touches on embracing what fills us up, letting go of projects that no longer serve us, and finding joy in both our creative routines and the unexpected changes life brings. The list of links mentioned during this episode exceeds the character capacity of the episode description. Visit the show notes for this episode to find links to everything we discussed.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

Kaylen Faye is a 20-something second generation scrapbooker, content creator, and bride-to-be. In this episode Kaylen shares how she uses social media to inspire others and document her crafty adventures. Her story is a timely reminder of how sharing our creativity can build community and encourage others to start their own memory keeping journeys.Links MentionedKaylen on Instagram: @kaylenfaye_Creative Memories Scrap JournalsDreamboxCanvaLiene PixCut S1 (*)*Affiliate links help to support the work we do, at no additional cost to you.💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw316 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

In this episode I'm chatting with Lynnette Penacho, our November featured artist and our current template designer. We explored how Lynnette’s passion for telling her own story led to the creation of The Faves Project, a monthly tradition that celebrates her favorite moments and memories. Our conversation included how she turned her colorful, pattern-loving style into a creative routine that’s both meaningful and sustainable. Links MentionedThe Faves ProjectLynnette on Instagram: @thefavesprojectProject LifeAli Edwards December DailySweet Shoppe DesignsStudio Flergs kits💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw315 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

✨ Register for the 2026 Planning Party at simplescrapper.com/plan26In this final episode of our series prior to the 2026 Planning Party, I’m again joined by Simple Scrapper staff and team members to reflect on the shifts and changes that have shaped our scrapbooking journeys. We share honest conversations about embracing what works for us, letting go of perfection, and giving ourselves permission to plan for a fresh start in the new year. Our discussion offers encouragement to find joy in your own creative process and approach the year ahead with confidence.Links MentionedProject Life App: Apple | GoogleShutterflyCitrus Twist Life Crafted AlbumsDecember DailyApple KeynoteTinci DesignKatie PertietSYW149Day One AppScrivener AppTrelloDana K. WhiteStacy Julian Rock Your ScrollLibrary of Memories✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

✨ Register for the 2026 Planning Party at simplescrapper.com/plan26In this episode, featuring Simple Scrapper staff and team members, we reflect on the importance of learning from experiences that don’t go as planned. The conversation includes how we navigate false starts and unexpected challenges, along with the lessons we'll take into another year of scrapbooking. This is the second part of our series leading up to the 2026 Planning Party.Links MentionedAli Edwards projects One Little WordDecember DailyWeek in the LifeProject Life — Becky HigginsAdobe Photoshop Elements 2026Storyline Chapters at Scrapbook.com (*)Quick. Trip. Travel. with Stacy JulianKALLAX Shelf unitThickers at Scrapbook.com (*)Peachy CheapShimelle's Use What You Buy class✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

✨ Register for the 2026 Planning Party at simplescrapper.com/plan26In this episode, I'm chatting with four of our Simple Scrapper staff and team members to reflect on what’s truly working well in our scrapbooking lives. We shared the systems, creative ideas, and little victories that keep us inspired, from embracing hybrid approaches to finding joy in our stash of supplies. Our conversation highlighted the importance of celebrating progress, staying organized in our own unique ways, and giving ourselves permission to take time to create. Most of all, we reminded each other that it’s about having fun and carrying forward what brings us joy into the new year.Links MentionedProject Life App: Apple | Google ShutterflyPhotoshop ElementsAli EdwardsJust JamieConnie PrinceElle’s Studio: https://shopellesstudio.com/?selling_plan=9235628287Keynote: https://www.apple.com/in/keynote/Canva: https://www.canva.com/Trello: https://trello.com/Watch Cheryl Scrap on YouTubeNicole Mackin on YouTubeSteak Goddess on YouTubeIKEA RaskogAli Edwards One Little Word💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw312 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

In this episode I'm joined by our October 2025 featured artist, April Peebles. April is also a long time Simple Scrapper member, so it was exciting to hear how our community has influenced her process and priorities, particularly in this season of life with adult children. Our conversation includes why she doesn't do digital scrapbooking, the projects that keep her connected to the hobby and, of course, how she makes it all her own. Links MentionedApril on Instagram: @april290 | @sunshine_scrapsStudio Calico Pocket PlannerErin CondrenSizzix on Scrapbook.com (*)Stacy JulianJournal your ChristmasAli Edwards December DailyAli Edwards Week in the LifeSYW307 with Caroline Gatenby*Affiliate links help to support the work we do, at no additional cost to you.💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw311 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

Katrina Katz is a curious, thrifty crafter who loves playing in her notebook. And despite no longer scrapbooking in the traditional sense, she definitely considers herself a memory keeper. In this episode I ask Katrina to share some of her favorite things in the stationery world and take us behind the scenes of her creative practice. Our conversation touches on the importance of openly sharing stories to empower others. This includes Katrina's relatively recent autism diagnosis and how understanding herself better allowed her to truly embrace the ways she loves to create.Links MentionedKatrina on Instagram: @paperpensandcoffeeStudio Ten70 Ko-Fi shopMoments to Enjoy journaling bundleGelli plates (*)STABILO woody (*)S gel by Sharpie (*): Sharpie: GelPaper Mate InkJoy Bright collection (*)posca paint pens (*)003 Blank NotebookArcher & OliveThe Happy PlannerPaper Treat ShopThe Stationery CaféKuboandlucySamantha Dion Baker books (*)Susan Branch books (*)Shawna Clingerman*Affiliate links help to support the work we do, at no additional cost to you.💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw310 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

In this episode, I’m joined by Caroline Stevens for a thoughtful conversation about her scrapbooking journey. Caroline shares how she’s made memory keeping work in a small space, including favorite projects like a collaborative album created with her daughter. We talk about the role of mindfulness in her creative process, her evolving approach to formats and organization, and the therapeutic benefits of documenting everyday life. Caroline is our Simple Scrapper featured artist for September 2025. A selection of her layouts inspired our latest collection of sketches and templates inside the membership.Links MentionedCaroline on Instagram: @carolinescreativehealingCaroline’s Website: Hypnotherapy, NLP & Life Purpose CoachingCaroline’s Scrapbook Class: Mindful Memory KeepingPolaroid printers (*)Canon printers (*)Ali Edwards December DailyProject LifeCinch at Scrapbook.com (*)Ali Edwards One Little WordDash notebookCanvaIKEA KALLAXSimple Stories at Scrapbook.com (*)*Affiliate links help to support the work we do, at no additional cost to you.💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw309 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

Is your scrapbooking budget feeling tighter than before? As is the case with most hobbies, scrapbooking typically requires ongoing and not-insignificant investment in tools and materials. Yet the reality is that scrapbook supplies, like everything else, are rapidly increasing in price. So you might have been wondering how to be more frugal with your craft purchases and find ways to save. In this episode I'm detailing a selection of money-saving options to consider, but it's just the start. I've love for you to share your own budget-friendly scrapbooking tips in the comments!Links MentionedSimple Scrapper membership💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw308 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

In this episode empty nester Caroline Gatenby shares how she has embraced this era and made crafting a central part of her daily life. She shares her thoughtful approach to a streamlined hobby, focusing on formats like pocket pages and notebooks. Our conversation discusses prioritizing creativity, adapting to new life seasons, and finding joy in documenting everyday moments.Links MentionedCaroline on Instagram: @cannycrafterCaroline’s YouTube channel: CannycrafterProject Life Stories By The MonthStudio CalicoDecember DailyWeek in the LifeStop The BlurTim Holtz - Scrapbook.com (*)Laura Wonsik's Stamp ReorganizationSilhouette AmericaMinc Machine - Scrapbook.com (*)Adobe Photoshop Elements 2025*Affiliate links help to support the work we do, at no additional cost to you.💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw307 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

Get your photo library organized with a "backwards," future-proofed approach. This episode shares five essential tips for simple photo management, helping you create or check that your system supports creativity and memory keeping. The focus is on understanding which aspects are fundamental and really make an impact on your hobby.Links MentionedSimple Scrapper communityBackblaze (*)*Affiliate links help to support the work we do, at no additional cost to you.💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw306 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

In this episode we welcome back Franky Shanahan, a professional copywriter who previously joined us to chat about learning how to scrapbook. This time around Franky shares how scrapbooking led her to embrace new hobbies, like gardening, and how these pursuits have shaped her life. Our conversation includes insights on the joys of creative play, the importance of finishing projects, and the ways she stays inspired to document life's evolving seasons.Links MentionedFranky on Instagram: @loveaudrey83Franky on Substack: Larking AboutAli Edwards December DailySYW162 - A New Scrapbooker's ExperienceStudio CalicoLeuchtturm (*)Little Summer Joys from Amanda WilderAli Edwards on Substack: Echoes + EvidenceKristen Tweedale on Substack: Kristin TweedaleLinda Jordan on Instagram: @lindalovescreatingAli Edwards Week in the LifeFranky’s post on finishing projects💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw305 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

In this episode, Molly Grimm from Knitting Wellness shares her journey of integrating knitting with emotional well-being. She discusses her personal background, the creation of her platform, and her development of resources that combine therapeutic techniques with her craft. Molly also provides valuable advice for beginners and emphasizes the importance of intentionality for relaxation.Links MentionedMolly's website: knittingwellness.comMolly on Instagram: @knittingwellnessWool & Cottage Knitting GroupThe Flower Power Beanie by Stone KnitsCraft Psychology by Dr. Anne Kirketerp💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw304 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

The natural seasons of a year, as well as the broader seasons of our lives, shape the stories we have to tell... and the time we have to tell them. In this episode I'm catching up with Alissa Williams about our current scrapbooking interests and the need for adaptation to each new season. Our discussion includes personal experiences, recent surprises, and decisions we've made about the future.Links MentionedAlissa on Instagram: @alissarecommendsLet's Create Together kitsShimelle's Best of Both Worlds kitsProject LifeStacy JulianTaylored ExpressionsCathy ZielskeLaura Vanderkam's Tranquility by Tuesday (*)Gretchen Rubin 25 in 25Ali Edwards One Little WordMiss Freddy | Backup BootcampScrapbook and Cards Today Crop & CreateVicki Boutin DesignChatbooksPersnickety BoxWe R Makers Albums at Scrapbook.comElle's Studio kitsAli Edwards Week In The LifeStamp Joy event*Affiliate links help to support the work we do, at no additional cost to you.💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw303 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

As our featured artist for July 2025, a selection of Eve McNie's layouts inspired our latest sketch collection for Simple Scrapper members. In this episode, Eve shares insights about her life and creative processes, including her love of the 12x12 format. Our conversation also highlights Eve's time living in different countries, her crafting style, and her participation in various community scrapbooking projects.Links MentionedEve’s Instagram: @caledoniapapercraft30 Days of Sketches with Christy's Beautiful Life | FacebookFreePrints UKEcho Park - Scrapbook.comDoodlebug - Scrapbook.com!December Daily from Ali Edwards Design Inc.Simon Says StampA Cherry On TopStick It Down Scrapbook and Card Making Challenges | Facebook💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw302 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

In this episode I'm chatting with Emiley Steinbruegge, the June featured artist at Simple Scrapper. Our insightful conversation includes Emiley's personal journey in scrapbooking, from starting with Creative Memories to balancing a busy family life and her creative passions. We discuss Emiley's favorite projects, such as her daughter's senior photobook, her love for bright colors and traditional scrapbooking techniques, and how social media has expanded the scrapbooking community. She also opens up about her challenges with photo organization and the importance of scrapbooking for personal joy.Links MentionedEmiley’s Facebook page: One Scrappy MamaEmiley’s Instagram: @one_scrappy_mamaAllison Davis for Scrapbook GenerationShimelleAmy Tangerine💬 Visit simplescrapper.com/syw301 to comment on this episode.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

As we approached the milestone of 300 episodes, I knew I wanted to make it big. So last month I gathered a group of fourteen Simple Scrapper staff and team members for an incredible conversation. Over two hours you will be treated to brilliant insights, heartfelt stories, and some of the best advice ever shared on the show. Thank you for listening and enjoy this special roundtable chat.Visit the show notes for this episode to find out how long each guest has been a member as well as all the links mentioned!✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

For our final week of this series we’re revisiting episode number 32 with Shannan Manton, 100 Songs That Changed My Life. Member Jenn writes “I love hearing about other people's processes and the different albums they make.” As you listen to this episode, think about whether you have a list of 100 things you would love to document in a small album. After the episode you’re invited to visit simplescrapper.com/syw032 to share your insights.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

This week we’re revisiting episode number 192 with Amanda Wilder, Crafting with Chronic Illness. Member Carol writes “Some of my favorites are episodes that deal with chronic illness and how to incorporate scrapping into your life.” As you listen to this episode, reflect on some of your own personal barriers to creating consistently and how you might find more resilience through pauses. After the episode you’re invited to visit simplescrapper.com/syw192 to share your insights.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

This week we’re revisiting episode number 209 with Peggy Collins and Amy Zwart, Organization Your Way. Member Angela writes “I enjoy the ones with Amy Z and Peggy as well as getting to know more about other members of the community and how they scrapbook.” As you listen to this episode, focus on organization problems of your own that you might want to solve over than the novelty of the ideas discussed. After the episode you’re invited to visit simplescrapper.com/syw209 to share your insights.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

This week we’re revisiting episode number 268 with Janelle Horsley, Using Lists to Create More Consistently. Member Jennifer Gilman writes “I’m a list girl and I love Janelle’s description and use of lists.” As you listen to this episode, think about how you can improve or even optimize your use of lists for your scrapbooking. After the episode you’re invited to visit simplescrapper.com/syw268 to share your insights.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

This week we’re revisiting episode number 76 with my husband Steve, Planning a Family History Vacation. Member Melissa Magnuson-Cannady writes “One of my favorite episodes is where Jennifer and Steve talk about their trip to Sweden.” As you listen to this episode, think about the role of family history in your memory keeping and which stories might rise to the top of your list. After the episode you’re invited to visit simplescrapper.com/076 to share your insights.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

This week we’re revisiting episode number 172 with Ali Edwards. The episode was recommended by a number of people. Member Lorian writes “Ali’s Letting Go of Perfectionism is on my list of favorites.” As you listen to this episode, reflect on how your relationship with perfectionism has shaped your scrapbooking experience. After the episode you’re invited to visit simplescrapper.com/syw172 to share your insights.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.

This week we’re revisiting episode number 149 with Kim Edsen, The Best Thing I Did This Year. Community Manager Amy Z. writes “One of my favorites, and one where I took notes, was an episode where you and Kim discussed a list of things that worked well for members in the prior year.” As you listen to this episode, acknowledge what is already working well for you and note one thing you might want to try from the conversation. After the episode you’re invited to visit simplescrapper.com/syw149 to share your insights.✨ Get free access to the SPARKED workshop and start scrapbooking consistently at simplescrapper.com/sparked.