We are thrilled to introduce you to this month's FAB guest designer, Michelle Burry! We noticed her fun projects over in our Flickr gallery... so, if you check out that gallery (or her Etsy Store) you may already know her!
OA Guest Designer Q&A
Where do you live?
I grew up in the small Indiana farm community of Berne then moved to South Bend after I graduated from college.
Kids?
I don’t have any of my own, but I enjoy spending time with my niece and 4 godchildren.
How would you describe your style?
I would have to say that my style is clean and linear with some techniques and embellishments thrown in for flavor.
How long have you been scrapping?
I started scrapbooking after my trip to Disney in 1998.
What's your favorite OA paper line?
It’s a tie between Ducks In A Row and Fly A Kite.
What size do you scrapbook?
Most of my albums are 12x12, but I usually make smaller themed albums for my vacations.
1 page or 2?
Most of my layouts are 1-pagers.
Do you make cards?
Oh, yes!
Is your scrap area messy or neat?
I do a lot of my scrapping away from home, so I try to keep my workspace neat and tidy.
What camera do you use?
I have two Canon Rebels: a digital XTi and a 35mm.
What is your favorite OA stamp set?
I adore the Ducks In A Row stamps – especially the journaling spot!
Your favorite ink?
I absolutely *love* Colorbox’s Chestnut Roan.
Where do you find your inspiration?
I find most of my inspiration either online or in trade magazines; however, I have found that print ads can be very inspiring, too.
Hand journaling or computer?
I do almost all of my journaling by hand.
What's your favorite scrapbooking color?
My favorite color is green, but I also use quite a bit of blue, brown, and pink.
What's your most-used scrapbook tool (aside from your trimmer)?
I use my scalloped scissors a lot.
Are you a slow scrapper or a quick scrapper?
I am definitely a slow scrapper.
What's your favorite quote?
One of my faves is from Kobi Yamada’s book She: “She designed a life she loved.” I try to make that my daily mantra.
Give us your favorite tip...
As a life-long crafter, I would have to say that my favorite tip is to take the time to be neat, paying attention to the little details.
Take a look at this cute layout Michelle created recently and stay tuned all month for more of her fun projects!
Join us in welcoming Michelle this month - leave a comment saying hello and we'll draw 2 winners on Monday May 3rd to each win an 8x8 paper pad!
BURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRY!!! Congrats on the GDT gig!!!
Posted by: joy | May 08, 2010 at 04:23 PM
Hi Michelle. Miss your classes!
Margaret Ankrom
Posted by: Margaret Ankrom | May 05, 2010 at 09:06 AM
Beautiful page Michelle---cannot wait to see more of your work! Congrats on the guest dt spot!!!
Posted by: Carolyn King | May 04, 2010 at 08:30 PM
Welcome, thanks for bringing in more great inspiration
Posted by: Nirupama | May 03, 2010 at 08:59 AM
LOVE THIS .. welcome girl
Posted by: Sasha Holloway | May 03, 2010 at 07:37 AM
Hello, Michelle! Liked seeing your layouts. Can't wait to see more!!
Posted by: Kate Anne | May 03, 2010 at 06:30 AM
hi Michelle . . . i'm a s l o w p o k e too!
Posted by: lorena b. | May 03, 2010 at 01:54 AM
Beautiful layout! I love the scallops and ribbon. :)
Posted by: JennV | May 03, 2010 at 12:35 AM
Cute layout!
Posted by: Brianna | May 03, 2010 at 12:33 AM
welcome michelle. I will try to take your advice and be neat!
Posted by: serena | May 03, 2010 at 12:24 AM
Congrats! Great work!
Posted by: Jennifer Hansen | May 03, 2010 at 12:18 AM
Hello!
Posted by: Laurie | May 03, 2010 at 12:13 AM
Love the sweet baby layout. I'm going to be a first-time grandmother in a few months and have been collecting ideas for baby pages. Thank you for inspiring me!
Posted by: Cheryl Schuessler | May 02, 2010 at 09:49 PM
Welcome! love the layout!
Posted by: Mallory | May 02, 2010 at 09:29 PM
So beautiful thanks for sharing!!!
Posted by: Lynda | May 02, 2010 at 09:20 PM
Welcome Michelle! Love the sweet layout!
Posted by: Melanie C | May 02, 2010 at 09:15 PM
Welcome Michelle - I'm a South Bend native, now living in Ann Arbor, MI. Maybe we've crossed paths at Pages in Time before!
Posted by: Emily S | May 02, 2010 at 08:19 PM
Hi Michelle. Can't wait to see some your projects. Is there any chance you could show us a few tricks with your scalloped scissors? I have some but prefer the scallop blade on my trimmer as I tend to cut wonky lines. I never really know what to use the scissors for. I love Ducks In a Row too - the stamps are on my wish list!
Posted by: Brooke | May 02, 2010 at 08:16 PM
Wonderful layout!
Posted by: Stephanie G | May 02, 2010 at 08:03 PM
Can't wait to get to know your work!
Posted by: Keshet Shenkar | May 02, 2010 at 06:37 PM
Welcome. Love Ducks in a Row too! Thanks!
Monica
Posted by: Monica Brown | May 02, 2010 at 06:05 PM
Congratulations Michelle! I love love love this layout. Thanks for the inspiration and for being one of us "slow scrappers". It's all about the process...
Posted by: Heidi Claeys | May 02, 2010 at 05:55 PM
Welcome Michelle! Looking forward to seeing more creations from you!
Posted by: Janette Childs | May 02, 2010 at 05:30 PM
Beautiful layout Michelle :)
I'm a slow scrapper too, usually because I'm making sure everything is in the exact right place.
Posted by: Lynn | May 02, 2010 at 03:23 PM
Welcome Michelle!
Posted by: Rkokes | May 02, 2010 at 03:18 PM