Happy Anniversary Papertrey Ink! I can't believe I have been with this wonderful company for over 3 years. I have loved every minute of it and am so thankful to be part of such a wonderful team. My time with Papertrey Ink began in September of 2008. I was so nervous to be joining the team and felt incredibly inadequate. There are many, many times when I still feel inadequate, but the nerves are gone. They quickly disappeared as I came to realize what a special group of women I had the chance to associate with. I have never been part of such a warm and thoughtful design team. There is an incredible mix of personalities and I feel we all take on different roles in the little family that has been created. We have a sweet mother of the group, a prankster, a cheerleader, a fireball, a peacemaker, a sassy but sweet, a life of the party, etc. What I have loved most is the incredible level of respect I have encountered with each design team member and with the team as a whole We have had plenty of good laughs behind the scenes but with that we have also shared tears. I am so thankful for my time with Papertrey Ink and for my experiences with each of the wonderful women I have met. I have learned so much from every one of them.
Above you'll find my most favorite project from 2011 and a list of my top 5 Papertrey Ink supplies. I think I have over a hundred favorite PTI supplies, but I had to narrow it down and choose just 5. Now...are you ready for the challenge and some fun?
To be eligible to win ALL of the Papertrey Ink designer's favorites, you will need to pick one of our favorite projects from 2011...you'll find a photo of each of these posted at the top of each of the designer's blogs, use it for inspiration, and create your own. Once you're done, link your project to Nichole's blog using the InLinkz feature on her blog. I hope you have fun!
I wanted to create a little something extra for you as we kick off the Anniversary event by challenging myself to use all of my 5 favorite items. Here is what I came up with.
Thanks so much for stopping by!
Melis
P.S. Here are links to all of the other Papertrey Ink designers!
- Heather Nichols
- Dawn McVey
- Lisa Johnson
- Betsy Veldman
- Ashley Cannon Newell
- Maile Belles
- Jessica Witty
- Erin Lincoln
- Danielle Flanders
- Mish Wooderson
- Debbie Olson
My Heart...supplies used
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Both cards are beautiful! I love what you created for your own personal challenge!
Posted by: Patty O'Malley | February 05, 2012 at 04:55 AM
Congrats on your new position on the Sr. Design Team! I find your work to be incredibly breathtaking. What wonderful things you can create with paper. I've spent some time in the last few weeks looking at your blog and I find you to be so inspiring. I can't wait to see what you design for the release!
Posted by: Trell | February 05, 2012 at 05:28 AM
Well Ms. Melissa, it's about time, heeee! I am so excited to see your name added to the Senior PTI DT list! I know that you may have been asked before, but wanted to wait until you had enough time to devote to the extra projects. You are such a thoughtful, generous, and caring person, and I am constantly inspired by how you give every single aspect of your life your ALL! Congratulations and hugs! I hope this means that more Melissa Phillips/PTI products will be coming, tooooo :)!
Posted by: Kelly Schirmer | February 05, 2012 at 06:03 AM
Happy anniversary! Your projects are always super gorgeous! Thanks for all the inspiration you always give us!! Love these new ones here as well!
Hugs, Wendy
Posted by: Wendy ten Hove | February 05, 2012 at 06:05 AM
Stunning creations - thanks for sharing your top five faves. Happy Birthday PTI!
Posted by: Deirdre | February 05, 2012 at 07:12 AM
I just love your creations, you always inspire me. Your style of crafting just makes me so happy! Congratulations on your promotion to the Senior Design team. You are my favorite PTI Designer! Have a fantastic day, Melissa!
Posted by: Cresta Woodruff | February 05, 2012 at 07:39 AM
congrats on the sr. design team position! I love your style, even though it is so different from my own. I used your beautiful onesie card as inspiration to create my own this morning :)
Posted by: Elena | February 05, 2012 at 07:40 AM
Wow, I love the favorite project you picked. I think it represents you well! I also love the projects you made for today! I love the mix of older sets with newer sets!
Posted by: Toni Storie | February 05, 2012 at 07:49 AM
How precious!! Thank you for being a PTI designer!!
Posted by: jan m | February 05, 2012 at 09:59 AM
What a cute onesie card and I love the new creation you made!! Reading your memories of the PTI Girls makes me wish I was one too:)
Posted by: Kathy H | February 05, 2012 at 10:08 AM
Hi Melis.LOVE your work and this card was one off my fav too...and those sweet cards you made with all 5 items so cute!
Your stamps are so well used and loved by me....
Posted by: Holly Saveur | February 05, 2012 at 10:42 AM
Melis, that onesie card inspired the decor for my cousin's baby shower - it was so perfect!!! The cards you made with your Five Faves are fabulous, too!! Congratulations on being 'promoted' to the Sr. Design Team. I know you'll rock it!!
Posted by: GinaE. | February 05, 2012 at 11:05 AM
Melis -
Gorgeous cards! I love coming to your blog and looking at your art. It always reminds me of home, love and being safe. I just feel so good after visiting with you. Thank you!
Elaine Allen
Posted by: Elaine Allen | February 05, 2012 at 11:14 AM
I love the romantic, girly feel to your designs! Thank you for the amazing inspiration!
Posted by: Nancy | February 05, 2012 at 12:35 PM
Happy Anniversary Melis!!
And congratulations on your new position with PTI, they are so lucky to have you!!!
Big hug, Ale :-)
Posted by: Alessandra Loiacono | February 05, 2012 at 01:04 PM
I remember this sweet stork card as being my favorite from you too Melissa! And the new goodie bags today are full of more favorites of mine! Thank you for your continued inspiration and BIG congrats on your new DT position! So excited to see what you have up your sleeve ;)
Posted by: Lisa | February 05, 2012 at 02:21 PM
Congrats on your new position! You are an amazing inspiration. Thank you for all that you do.
Posted by: Jamie | February 05, 2012 at 04:11 PM
Yea! I'm so happy we'll get to see more of your lovely creations every month. I'm always in awe of the beautiful things you create and often refer back to them to inspire me to create my own lovely creations. Thank you and congratulations!
Posted by: Jennifer K | February 05, 2012 at 07:53 PM
HI Melissa,
Long time lurker here but wanted to say thank you for you jaw-dropping projects each month for PTI. You are the Shabby Queen! Your attention to detail is simple amazing. Happy Birthday Month :)
Lou
Posted by: Lou | February 06, 2012 at 03:55 AM
Congrats on your new position on the Sr. Design Team !! Yu are the most inspiring person I know and will look forward to seeing more of your beautiful work :-)
Posted by: char | February 06, 2012 at 09:44 AM
Melis-
Your pieces are so amazing! I always look forward to seeing your daily posts and new creations.
Congratulations to you and can't wait to see more!
Posted by: HorseKrazee | February 06, 2012 at 10:05 AM
I LOVE to make baby gifts!!!!! & the card you made would be PERFECT!!!!!! But, I ALSO like your second project!!!!!! SOOOO FEMININE!!!!GORGEOUS WORK!!!!!!! :)
Posted by: Becky Green | February 06, 2012 at 11:27 AM
Congratulations - a well deserved promotion! Your designs are always beautiful and inspiring. Perfection!!!
Posted by: Marie | February 06, 2012 at 11:06 PM
Such a beautiful set of cards - you are in a class by yourself Melissa. It's such an inspiration, your distinctive style. Lovely!
Posted by: Roxanne | February 08, 2012 at 06:04 AM
My heart skipped a beat the moment I discovered that lovely stamp set of love lives here. And Ive seen it on lots of your projects'ever since. It's the best way to show us your "signature"a.k.a. as beautiful, and a perfect eye for stunning details. And these (treat) bags are such a lovely and fabulous example...
Posted by: Stella | February 13, 2012 at 12:40 PM