It’s FRIDAY! There’s nothing better than Friday, especially when there are so many goodies coming out! The designers aren’t giving up completely on summer but it’s obvious they’re ready for fall! And you will be too when you see the wonderful kits and templates that they are releasing this week!
Remember when you spend $10 in the store, you get a great collab!
https://store.gingerscraps.net/GingerBread-Ladies-Collab-Lets-Fall-In-Love.html
Happy Friday!! It’s time for a few sneak peeks from our designers. I’m starting to see some fall colors and themes make their way into the kits.
Make sure to stop into the store on Friday and go shopping.
Welcome to September. Seems like the turn of the calendar to September brought cooler weather to my part of the US, but rumor has it the heat is back this week. I have a great treat for you today. I have an interview with our featured designer – Across the Pond. You might be wondering who this is. It’s an awesome collaboration of Seatrout Scraps and Mandy King. I was able to “talk” to both ladies this past week and they have answered my questions. I hope you enjoy getting to know each of them a bit better.
Let’s talk to Mandy first.
How did you get started in digital scrapbooking?
I’ve always been fascinated with digital graphics – I distinctly remember being amazed when I discovered that a PNG existed! When my children were very small, paper scrapping seemed messy and overwhelming and I was blown away when I realized the world of digital scrapbooking existed.
What made you decide to design?
I don’t think there was any one thing – I just knew I wanted to from the time I realized it existed.
What do you use to create your designs (program, additional tools, etc.)?
Photoshop, Art Rage and a nifty little program called Photo Scissors
Describe your design workplace.
Most of the time it’s one of those boring, white folding tables that’s set up in my bedroom, although I have a laptop, so am often found in other parts of the house as well.
What is your favorite thing about designing?
I love coming up with an eclectic mix of things and then seeing how it all comes together.
What is your favorite kit currently in your GS store and why?
That’s tough…probably Bohemian Spirit. I love the colors and the mix of vintage and bright…the whole mindset behind it was so free and, well…bohemian!
What do you do when you are feeling very sad or depressed?
Pray.
Which is the best vacation you’ve ever had in your life?
I love the mountains – my family used to drive out to Colorado every summer. This past summer my girls and I traveled to the Smoky Mountains and I was able to meet my friend and fellow designer, Rachel Pearce and her husband, Nev. That was special!
Which is your most cherished childhood memory?
I have so many…it’s hard to choose! After losing my mother nine years ago, I’d have to say that anything with her in it is special and cherished.
Do you believe in ghosts?
No.
Who is your celebrity crush?
I don’t really have one, but if you twist my arm, I’d have to say Matthew McConaughey.
What do you order when you go to Starbucks?
I don’t, lol. You may find me driving my daughters to the drive thru, but I’m not a big outside-the-house coffee drinker.
What is your favorite kind of cookie?
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip.
How old were you when you had your first kiss?
15.
Are you an optimist or a pessimist?
Optimist.
Would you change your name if you could? If so, what would you change it to?
Fiona Treymore. This was the “stage name” I chose as a child when I thought I’d run away and become a broadway star.
What is your favorite pizza topping?
Pepperoni or green olives.
What do you do to wake up in the morning?
Coffee and quiet time with a devotional.
What is a small luxury that you treat yourself to?
Hmm…I guess I’d say a fountain Diet Coke – although it’s more of a daily staple than a treat!
What did you want to be when you were small?
A stay-at-home-mom.
Which would you rather do: wash dishes, mow the lawn, clean the bathroom, or vacuum the house?
Mow the lawn.
If you could hire someone to help you, would it be with cleaning, cooking, or yard work?
None of the above…I want someone to do my laundry!!
What would you do if you won the lottery?
See the above question!
What’s the most interesting thing you can see out of your office or kitchen window?
Woods.
Share your favorite recipe with us.
Aunt Patti’s Potato Salad
1 cup Hellman’s Mayo (not Miracle Whip)
2 tablespoons vinegar
1-½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon sugar
¼ teaspoon pepper
4 cups cubed, peeled potatoes (5-6), boil with skins on
1 cup celery
½ cup onion
2 hard boiled eggs, choppedIn large bowl stir first 5 ingredients until smooth. Add remaining ingredients and toss to coat well. Cover and chill. Makes 5 cups.
For larger groups, cook 5# potatoes and triple above recipe.
Thanks Mandy!! Be sure to check out her GS Store, her FB page, and her FB Group.
Now let’s chat with Rachel of Seatrout Scraps.
How did you get started in digital scrapbooking?
I was a paper scrapper for a few years and discovered digital scrapbooking by looking at galleries online.
What made you decide to design?
I was doing a lot of layout pages and people started asking me to make templates for them to use from the pages I had made .. and it went from there.
What do you use to create your designs (program, additional tools, etc.)?
Photoshop CC and Illustrator.
Describe your design workplace.
Corner of the sofa.
What is your favorite thing about designing?
Being able to have a creative idea and actually put it into action.
What is your favorite kit currently in your GS store and why?
Usually the last one I make but I do love Lavender and Lace.
What do you do when you are feeling very sad or depressed?
I’m a glass half full kinda gal so tend not to get that way too often.
Which is the best vacation you’ve ever had in your life?
We do a road trip in the USA every year and I love them all, but maybe Wyoming based one where we saw Yellowstone, Mount Rushmore etc.
Do you believe in ghosts?
No.
Who is your celebrity crush?
Timothy Olyphant.
What do you order when you go to Starbucks?
Nearest Starbucks is about 40 miles away + I am not a coffee drinker !!
What is your favorite kind of cookie?
Not into cookies, love a cheese cracker though.
How old were you when you had your first kiss?
Maybe 13 ?
Are you an optimist or a pessimist?
Optimist.
Would you change your name if you could? If so, what would you change it to?
No.
What is your favorite pizza topping?
Ham and Pineapple.
If you could give the world one piece of advice, what would it be?
Stop killing each other.
What do you do to wake up in the morning?
I usually get licked on the face by a small dog .. that wakes me up.
What is a small luxury that you treat yourself to?
Diet Coke.
Which would you rather do: wash dishes, mow the lawn, clean the bathroom, or vacuum the house?
None of the above. Loathe housework.
If you could hire someone to help you, would it be with cleaning, cooking, or yard work?
My husband does all of these so I am covered !!
What would you do if you won the lottery?
Pass Out !!
What’s the most interesting thing you can see out of your office or kitchen window?
My lovely garden, there is always something new.
Thanks Rachel!! Check out her GS Store, her FB page, and her FB group!
And don’t forget to grab the Daily Download each day from our blog. At the end of the month you will have a wonderful kit designed by Mandy and Rachel. Here’s a sneak peek!
Whew! What a post, but how much fun are these two ladies? Have a great day!!
It’s FRIDAY! So many goodies today, even after an amazing amount of goodies that were just released yesterday! The designers are definitely in the mood for designing. A new month and season seems to do that for them!
Remember when you spend $10 in the store, you get a great collab!
https://store.gingerscraps.net/GingerBread-Ladies-Collab-Lets-Fall-In-Love.html [Read more…]
It’s SEPTEMBER! The month that fall starts. The start of all things pumpkin. I don’t know about you, but I’m ready for the colors of fall. I’m ready for the reds, the oranges, even the browns. This month’s buffet theme colors are the perfect mix of summer fading into fall!
It is the First of the month, and that means the revel of our new Buffet!! Don’t forget the new Buffet items will all be 50% off (from the 1-5th of the month)!
*NEW Buffet Bundles* Take a look at our all new Buffet Bundles! Each buffet for 2016 will have a sub category for our Buffet Bundles. One easy click to add bunches of Buffet goodies to your cart, and an amazing value too!
The designers all had their own take on what the colors and theme said to them! I love the variety!
The designers definitely each made the palette their own and came up with some gorgeous designs, each unique but working so well with the other designers’ creations
Are you ready for the first of September. It’s time for school, football, and fall. Let’s see what we have coming out tomorrow in the Buffet.
And now for new Fresh Baked sneak peeks for Friday!
Time to go shopping!!
The last Fresh Baked of August! We only have 4 months left in the year of 2016! That doesn’t mean the designers are slacking off and just letting the time pass them by! They’re working hard and getting so many new items created and released. So many goodies this week, and just WAIT until the 1st! You’re going to LOVE it!
Remember when you spend $10 in the store, you get a great collab!
https://store.gingerscraps.net/GingerBread-Ladies-Collab-Happy-Summer.html
Well, here we are at the end of August and I’m seeing a few back to school items in our sneak peeks along with some other fun kits. What do you think?
Remember to head over to the store on Friday to pick up your favorites!!
Wow – August is flying by and I’m running way behind on this blog post. August’s featured designer is the amazing Connie Prince. I finally slowed each of us down long enough to get some questions to her. Let’s see what she had to share with us.
What made you decide to design?
When I started designing there weren’t that many digital scrapbook stores or designers. I wanted to be able to create things to use in my own scrapbooks and it just took off from there.
What do you use to create your designs (program, additional tools, etc.)?
I design in Photoshop & Illustrator.
Describe your design workplace
I have an office / craft studio where I do my design work.
What is your favorite thing about designing?
I enjoy the artistic freedom that it gives me. It’s a fun job!
What is your favorite kit currently in your GS store and why?
I love my #2016 August collection, the colors make me happy!
What do you do when you are feeling very sad or depressed?
I usually go to Zumba. It’s my happy place
Which is the best vacation you’ve ever had in your life?
Our family went on a cruise a few years ago to the western Caribbean. It came after a particularly trying time in our lives and we really reconnected on that trip.
Which is your most cherished childhood memory?
I love curling up beside my mom each evening to watch television or read a book. It was our special time.
Do you believe in ghosts?
No way!
Who is your celebrity crush?
Justin Timberlake
What do you order when you go to Starbucks?
I never go to Starbucks.
What is your favorite kind of cookie?
Chocolate chip
Are you an optimist or a pessimist?
Eternally optimistic!
Would you change your name if you could? If so, what would you change it to?
No.
What is your favorite pizza topping?
Pepperoni
If you could give the world one piece of advice, what would it be?
Don’t take it too seriously – have as much fun as you can for as long as you can!
What do you do to wake up in the morning?
Straight to make coffee!
What is a small luxury that you treat yourself to?
I love getting my nails and toes done!
What did you want to be when you were small?
A mom. That’s really all that I ever wanted to be!
Which would you rather do: wash dishes, mow the lawn, clean the bathroom, or vacuum the house?
Mow the lawn!
If you could hire someone to help you, would it be with cleaning, cooking, or yard work?
Cleaning
What would you do if you won the lottery?
Travel, travel, and travel some more!
What’s the most interesting thing you can see out of your office or kitchen window?
This little old man who power walks every single day for like 2 hours (even on the hottest and coldest days of the year), he’s phenomenal!
Share your favorite recipe with us.
Creamy Italian Chicken is the big favorite here lately: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/creamy-italian-chicken
Thanks Connie!!
Make sure to check out her GS Store, her Blog, her Facebook page and her Facebook Group.
See you all soon with another interview!
From the title you can probably guess that we are going to go back in the archives. What archives? Well, we are going to show you some digital scrapbooking supplies that are in the store that are at least a year old. Some of us may be new to digital scrapbooking or new to GingerScraps. Some people don’t check the store every week. Basically, things can and do get lost in the weekly shuffle of the store. With that in mind, we are going to go back and look at some great products. Our hope is that you find some great things you might have been looking for; or find something that you didn’t know you needed but totally do now that you see it! 🙂
Here are some of the oldest kits in the store. All images are linked so you can check them out in the store. They might be oldies, but I promise they are goodies!!
Apples for Teacher by Trixie Scraps | It’s that time of year again… the time of year when the joyous chorus of mothers everywhere can be heard as they send their kids trudging back into their schoolrooms. The sound of teachers trying to learn the names of all their new students. The sound of new friendships being formed. It’s back to school time and you can scrap all your best Back To School photos with this new collection from Trixie Scraps! Great for everything from first day photos, to teacher appreciation, student accomplishments, PTA meetings and so much more. This updated, non-traditional take on a traditional scrapbook kit theme will help you create stunning pages this school year! This full kit contains ten richly patterned 12×12 papers and six textured solids
School Days by Pretty in Green | From the first day to the first few years, your little one will be learning so much and bringing home so many wonderful heart felt hand made crafts. Scrap these memories because they’re over before you know it! School Days the Kit has 20 Papers 38 Elements
Class Act Collab by LuvEwe and Blue Heart Scraps | Sharpen your pencils and take your seats, class is back in session! Let Class Act be your go to kit for all your school related scrapping. Kit comes with 32 papers (12 plain and 20 patterned), 1 alpha
Be Inspired by Pixelily | This pack is part of GS August Buffet from Pixelily Designs : Be Inspired. Find 50 unique elements, 10 patterned papers and 5 solid papers inside this pack.
Boy oh Boy by Aprilisa Designs | This is one of my favorite kits of all times and from Aprilisa.
Bowling 101 by Little Rad Trio | A bowl themed kit that is perfect for capturing all your bowling photos from birthday parties to league events and everything in between.
Sentimental by Craft-tastrophic | Includes 12 textured papers and 35 elements Personal Use, S4H, S4O
Growing So Fast by Cathy K Designs | Here is a versatile kit that is perfect for your growing-up layouts. This kit is packed to the brim with all sorts of goodies!
What A Hoot – Kit by Connie Prince. | One of my most favorite memories and layout is made with this oldie but goody!
County Fair: Exhibition by Ponytail Designs | Step right up! The county is fair is open and you’ll have a rootin’ tootin’ good time. Play some games, take a ride, watch the show! The prize is in the memories you’ll scrap with this County Fair kit! Too huge for just one kit, County Fair is split into two parts… Carnival and Exhibition, and more! There’s something here for everyone. Yee haw!
There are 5 kits from the archives. Maybe you have some or all of these (I do!) or maybe these designs and designers are new to you. I suggest taking a look back in the store to see what you can find. I will be back once a month to help you do just that.
