Papertrey & Project Favorites...

Happy 7th Anniversary to Papertrey Ink!  Are you ready for the fun to begin?  There is so much planned for you, including challenges, inspiration, and giveaways, beginning today.  You can read all about the first challenge on Nichole's blog.

I've been with Papertrey Ink since 2008 and have truly enjoyed each moment.  It's been a pleasure in so many ways and I am grateful for the opportunities I have had to grow personally, to learn, and to connect with so many.  I'm looking forward to another wonderful year.

In celebration of Papertrey Ink's 7th Anniversary, each design team member was asked to choose their 7 favorite projects of all time.  I chose a variety of projects, some cards, some tags, and even some gift packaging as these are all things I love creating.

My first favorite project uses one of my most loved stamp sets, Stitched Sentiments, along with the In Stitches coordinating dies.  I'm all about the homespun feel, images that remind me of my grandmas, times gone by, and timeless treasures.  

The Embroidered Blooms stamp set and Limitless Layers:  2 1/4" Hearts die collection were used on these little gift bags.  I'm pretty sure that my love affair with this particular die collection was just beginning as I was creating this ensemble...I'll forever be using Limitless Layers:  Hearts :).

This card is special to me because of its use of fabric and dies.  My Grandma Haslam had the sweetest little collection of teacups and saucers, and whenever I'd visit her it seemed like I discovered more and more of them.  So, whenever I see teacups with tiny roses on them, my mind drifts back to times with her.  I used the Tea for Two and Additions stamp sets and coordinating dies on this card.

My Cute as a Button tag is also a favorite and it's all about color this time.  I am a lover of red!  I have old shabby, weathered, red benches in my house, red berry wreaths, red gingham lampshades, a fun half bathroom painted red, and touches of red everywhere in my home.  This color speaks to me and for that reason, this tag is a favorite.  I used the Button Boutique stamp set, Buttoned Up dies, Tiny Tags, and Perfect Patches dies...all very much loved and used.  

 
Think Big Favorites #24 was used on this card and once again, I am drawn in by the colors.  Soft, serene, and calm.  BUT, it's the fun little accent in the corner that I had the most fun creating, using a combination of the Heart-2-Heart #12 and Framed Out #12 stamp sets and dies.  

The Round Repeats stamp stamp set was used on this card...what a fun set, and if I remember correctly, this card marked the beginning of my fetish for heat embossing in pastels on Kraft cardstock....so delicious.  I also used Hands of Time and Stitched Sentiments (once again).  The sentiment comes from the Love Lives Here stamp set...always a favorite of mine.

And lastly, this card because it uses two of my favorite things...hearts and vellum :).  I'm a simple girl and things like hearts and vellum make me happy.  The Framed Love die was used on this card along with the Happy Hearts stamp set...and sequins :).  Have I mentioned my love for sequins?

If I haven't put you to sleep and you're still hanging in here with me, be sure to check in on the other designers and celebrate 7 years with them too!

Thanks for coming along with me on this journey!  You make it very special for me.

Melis

• Cristina Kowalozyk
• Ashley Cannon Newell
• Erin Lincoln
• Dawn McVey
• Heather Nichols
• Betsy Veldman
• Laura Bassen
• Danielle Flanders
• Nichole Heady

 

Comments

[Patty O'Malley]

Congratulations, Melis! Your projects are always so beautiful. Love PTI also.

[Nancy Guse]

Melissa it is wonderful to have you on the design team, you work is OUTSTANDING!!!!

[Cindy]

Your work is a huge inspiration to me! I'm so glad you are on the PTI design team, giving me good ideas for using the products I love.

[Kris]

I'm so glad to see you continuing on the Team! I'm delighted by your creations every month...and by the way... I just KNEW we shared a passion for red!!!

[Donna M.]

I remember just about every one of these projects, & actually CASED some! I love PTI, and I so love your work. I wish you & your family the best for 2014!

[Becky P.]

I need to be honest, the past few years I have been so intimidated by your work because it is so amazing. In 2013 after seeing one of your Make it Monday videos, where you broke down your process and took away a lot of the fear, I have been trying more shabby chic ideas. I am absolutely in LOVE with your style. I am still intimidated, but I really appreciate all of the eye candy and inspiration every month.

[karen h]

Thank you for your projects & inspiration! Your style is so pretty and I am always in awe of your creations!

[LauraJane]

I stand in awe of your work...Thank you for sharing it with us!
I look forward to MONDAYs now because of MIM.
Hugs:)

[beth]

So glad you are staying on the DT you have a wonderful style that always so pretty!!!

[susan h.]

I love your sweet and beautiful style! Thank you for creating all these wonderful items!!!

[Elizabeth S.]

I am so in awe of your designs. I would love to recreate some of your work but never looks like yours.

[SentSue]

Congrats on your time with PTI! I am always amazed at the details, details, and more details that go into your projects. It shows love you put into each one. Thank you for sharing with us!

[Christine Dearinger]

Melissa ....your post give me so much inspiration and pleasure.Just love your style and attention to detail.Wonderful projects always from a really nice lady!
Thanks PI for introducing me to this talented person.

[jan metcalf]

Oh so lovely! Round repeats has to be my fav!

[Jennifer K]

I'm beyond thrilled that you're staying on the DT for another year. Your projects challenge me to grow my design skills and stretch my comfort zone. I love looking at everything you create. Thank you!!

[see mary stamp]

Melissa - your PTI release blog posts are the ones where I just sit back and say ahhhhh! While clean and simple projects are better suited to my busy schedule, I aspire to make projects like yours. Thank you for all the inspiration and for sharing your incredible talent. I am so glad you are part of the PTI team.

[Holly Saveur]

Melissa so love your work..each time you show your love and dedication..and sweetness in your cards and other things you make..you always inspire me..and want me to make something gorgeous like you did too..which I just can't make out of my own..I am more CAS..but so love what you do adding so many details and items...which is so hard for me.. I so admire what you do....and love it.
hugs Holly.

[Gabby]

It was so nice to see your favs and read your comments. Your cards are amazing and showcase PTI stamps, dies and supplies in such a beautiful light. PTI wouldn't be the same w/o your creative genius. Your manner and style and the "love" you put into each project you craft is admirable and inspiring. So glad you are here for an eighth year and hope to see you for many more years to come. Huggles, Gabby

[Becky Green]

OH MY!!!!!!!!! I can SEE WHY these are your FAVORITES MELISSA!!!!!!!! But, I have to say, HOW DID YOU JUST PICK THESE?????:) I LOOOOOOOOOVE THEM ALL!!!!!!!;) TRUELY your blog is a place of UTTER BEAUTY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:) A WONDERFUL PLACE TO VISIT!! (I too have a thing for RED!) :)

[Grace]

I love your cards. They are amazing. The way you use embellishments, colors is amazing. Thank you for sharing your talents.

[Stephanie]

Hi Melissa, I always really enjoy seeing the projects and cards that you create for PTI. You always make me see their products in a new light. I just adore your light and airy style! Looking forward to seeing what new thins are to come in 2014. Have a wonderful weekend, Stephanie x

[Stella]

Melissa I am so happy you on the PTI team again! Looking at your favorites I am again and again impressed by your talent. Your projects are based on the most amazing designs, fab use of PTI stamps, dies. And you always add the most amazing embellsihments. A mix of colors that makes me sigh and stare. This post made me sigh and stare again. I am in love with the emobroidered blooms paire dup with the heart dies. It has sometinhgsubtle and made me think of my mother; she had table linen with a pattern that looks like this. A wonderful memory from my childhood and festive days.

[Stella]

I type way too fast; my apologies for the horrible typing without checking:)

[angelina]

Well Melis if I can say it, you are my favorite!, you know I am your fan since the very first time I saw your creations and found your blog!, maybe it was hard for you to pick just seven!!
Love them all!! keep us drooling!! Hugs from your friend from Mexico!!

[janet wilson]

Yay, love seeing this wonderful collection of some of YOUr favourite creations. In my eyes, everything you make is beyond stunning :)