Melinda Spinks lives on a farm in North East Victoria, Australia with her husband and two children. She is a farmer's wife first and foremost and creates when her children are in bed and her husband is asleep after a hard day of work on the farm. Melinda began scrapbooking in 2009 and hasn't looked back since. Melinda describes her scrapbooking style as "whimsical" and some of her favorite technqiues include paper piecing, quilling, rolling, and doodling among others. We are thrilled to welcome Melinda to our team this year.
Describe yourself in 3 words … difficult question (that's two words LOL!) - happy, passionate, creative
My guilty pleasure is … time to myself! As much as I live for my family, I seriously love to have a few small moments all to myself, to rejuvenate and rest, even if it's just long enough to read a magazine and have a full can of diet coke to myself!
You’ll never find me without … my camera! You just never know when you are going to be faced with the perfect photo ... a moment in time that you don't want to forget, espcially as our children seem to be growing so fast!
Growing up I … never had a care in the world. I had a simple, honest, and happy childhood with a large family in the country and it was the perfect start to my life! (Thanks Mum and Dad)
You might be surprised to know that I … learned the piano for 17 years and can't play a single note without a piece of music in front of me!
If I could live anywhere in the world it would be … home on the farm! I know there are so many gorgeous, exotic and romantic places dotted around the world but I'm happiest at home!
My least favorite chore is … ironing - I don't do it! If an item of clothing doesn't pass the scrunch test in the shop, it doesn't get to come home with me!
If I had one wish it would be … a never ending glue runner! Oh, and world peace! :)
Here's what Melinda has to say about her project ... "When Lynn first asked us to create a layout about ourselves I panicked and thought "no way - I don't even like having my photo taken." However, as this was my first assignment I didn't think it was a good idea to stomp my feet, hold my breath, and refuse the task. Although I haven't journaled about myself on the layout, I have interpreted a bit of my personality into the design and the colour scheme. A little bit simple, a little bit fussy, a helping of bright and cheerful and a hint of something a bit more in depth."
Pebbles supplies used:
Tree House Trunk (751034)
Tree House Adventure (751032)
Tree House Merriment (751028)
Tree House Paper Flowers (741002)
Tree House Epoxy Brads (74423)
Tree House Metal Brads (744232)
Other supplies used:
Cardstock (American Crafts)
Adhesive (American Crafts)
Pen (American Crafts)
Embroidery Thread
Eva Pizarro has been living in Italy for the past 6 years with her husband although she is originally from Chile. She discovered scrapbooking 2 years ago thanks to a friend and immediately fell in love. Eva is drawn to bright colors when she scrapbooks and states that her journaling is the most important part of her layouts. Scrapbooking has provided Eva the perfect way to to express her inner feelings and emotions all while getting in touch with her creative side. We are so happy to have Eva as part of our team this term.
Describe yourself in 3 words . . . sensitive, curious, creative
My guilty pleasure is . . . good italian food. When I arrived to Italy I gained almost 10 pounds! I ate lots of pasta, gelato and pizza ... yummy!
You’ll never find me without . . . my MAC. Love it!
Growing up I . . . had lots pets: 2 birds, 2 rabbits, 1 dog, 1 fish, 1 hamster, 1 rooster and lots of chickens and chicks.
You might be surprised to know that I . . . am a natural blonde ... just kidding! :D
If I could live anywhere in the world it would be . . . in a place near the beach, with good food, mild weather all year long and lots of scrapbook stores. If any of you knows this place please let me know!
My least favorite chore is … ironing. I love to do it but not as much as cleaning the toilet! LOL!
If I had one wish it would be . . to have a large family.
Here's what Eva had to say about her project ... "I like to do layouts about myself, record the things I do in a certain period of my life, my fears, joys and emotions. For this layout I decided to list some of my favorite things, nothing very deep, just the simple things. The Twitterpated collection was perfect for mylayout, I love the color palette and all the gorgeous flowers designs."
Pebbles supplies used:
Twitterpated Giddy (751005)
Twitterpated Admire (751006)
Twitterpated Smitten (751011)
Twitterpated Delight (751001)
Tree House Merriment (751028)
Tree House Sunset (751029)
Twitterpated Paper Flowers (741000)
Twitterpated Pebbles Chips (744112)
Brown Glitter Candy Dots (744227)
Chirpy Cardstock ABC Stickers (7322009)
Other supplies used:
Cardstock
Stamps (American Crafts)
Thickers (American Crafts)
Our new design team introductions are over. Have you enjoyed getting to know them? Leave a comment below telling us how you've been inspired by the "all about me" layouts they've shared the last few weeks. One lucky winner will be chosen at random to win one of our new Share & Tell Albums, journaling cards, and extra set of page protectors! Submit your comments by Sunday at midnight (EST). I'll announce the winner Monday morning. Good luck!
47 comments:
I have enjoyed Melinda's work for a long time. It's been nice getting to know all of the designers! Thanks for sharing the layouts so we could get to know all of them...
I loved getting to meet your new design team. This seems to be a bunch of very talented ladies. Thanks so much for all the inspiration you already brought me with your 'introducing myself-layouts':) I can't wait to see what you'll come up with, using the new Pebbles lines.
I love getting to know the designers! Really adds that personal touch! I've been inspired by this because all too often, I'm the one doing the picture taking and when I go to scrap events, I'm often not even in the picture. I'm seriously thinking of not only changing that aspect, but also to do an album just about myself to make sure that I am in some pictures!
I find it really interesting reading about each designers and I love the questions asked. Entertaining and fun! Plus I just love questionaires in general too! I love the layouts and am looking forward to seeing what you'll come up with in the near future! :D
Eva totally love your journaling spots!!
Melinda your layout is simply beautiful!
Wonderful job ladies and thanks for getting my mojo going!
It was intereseting to see how the layouts reflected their personalities and interests - what is special to them, and inspired me with seeing different styles and techniques.
And it was also interesting also to hear how they work and what inspires them.
I have enjoyed Melinda work for awhile now, it is always beautiful and she has wonder vision for the details on a page. I look forward to getting to see what the other designers are creating. I am sure they will continue to be fabulous.
Congrats ladies! and great pages!
I love how they each put their own spin on Pebbles products, and really make them shine regardless of the scrapbook style! What a great way to introduce the team!
I've loved getting to bits and pieces about each DT member. I loved finding out where they are each from.
What a fun idea. I never thought about making a layout about "me" -- thanks so much for sharing a little bit more about each of you!
This was a great way to get to know the gals!
I think I need to take a moment this weekend to make a page about me-- the last one I did was about three years ago.... I think some things have changed :)
I've really loved all the different types of "me" pages. It's been very inspirational and also nice to get to "know" the designers.
Such fun learning about all the great designers! I've been inspired by how different each of their LO's are. :)
I'm loving all the different "about me" layouts on the blog. It's a great reminder that it's time for me to do a page about me again. :)
I know I enjoyed getting to know everyone a little bit more!
Melinda, I do love your fussy cutting style!
Eva, your page is beautifully designed!
It has inspired me to do more pages on ME !!
These ladies have rocked out layouts all week and I have been inspired to tell my story! I'm always scrapping about my kiddos and family, but never really tell my story! So much cuteness here- truely inspiring!
It was great getting to know all the designers. Awesome talent. I've been a follower of Lady Grace for awhile and love her work.
Loved "meeting" all of the designers. Each one has a unique style - so it is inspiration to all!
-Kristin
It's been great to see everybody's work and how they use these wonderful products!
It's fun to learn more about the designers. I'm going to try to do more layouts on just "me". I usually scrap about my son but I hardly do anything on just little ol' me. I'll try.
I always enjoy getting to meet the people you see their projects....it always gives that much more to them instead of just "here" No you can say check this out...and look she does this even with kids....so there :P
Great job! I love the "Me" pages...I don't think I could even begin one...I hate my pic being taken....and I rather just scrap the fam...lol...I so look forward to seeing more from you ladies.... :0)
I have loved reading about all the ladies!! I loved the challenge and was happy to hear that scared them as it would have me. I loved seeing that you didnt have to make a page with a big close up mug shot of yourself to make a good "about me" page. Thanks for sharing!!!
I love seeing so many different styles!
great projects!!
There is many reasons I know to do layouts about yourself, I would love my little boy to go through the albums I have made and to read things about me, like leaving a legacy, and it is so much more interesting to see the bright embellishments this only entices me to read more. Gorgeous papers and layouts lady's.Melxx
Amazing DT "all about me" scrap pages! Totally inspired by all the different layouts, each so talented and creative! What a wonderful blend of awesomeness!
Thanks,
C :)
I am enjoyed seeing the faces behind all the great creative work. I have also enjoyed the questions that you asked and these would be great to complete a layout about myself.
I loved seeing all the different styles of scrapbooking on the layouts... and new ideas/techniques to try out myself! They are all so pretty =)
(waving hi to Eva!)
This week was encouragement and inspiration to scrap about myself. I just don't do it, but it is important.
I think what has inspired me the most is just the fact about doing a layout about yourself. I tend to shy away from having my picture taken. I am always behind the lens, not in front of it. This has challenged me to take the time to scrap me for a change.
This is beautiful. I love the color combination that you used. Congratulations to you and your new design team. I love the new collections that Pebbles have come out with.
Congrats to the design team!!!! :D
It's been great to learn more about the talented design team. I think the most interesting thing about these posts were the question/answer sessions. And then of course - reading the all about me pages! I have lots of problems scrapbooking about me. It was great to get this push from such a diverse group of ladies.
you have a very talented DT! great to see how everyone created their about me pages and gave us great ideas on how to create some of our own. thanks for the inspiration. have a great weekend! *hugs* steph :)
I really like how Stephanie Baxter did her journaling on her layout in a numbered list =)
welcome ladies and I am looking forward to lots of inspiraction. What a great giveaway. I'd love to win one of those show and tell albums
welcoem ladies! and such wonderful projects too!
What a wonderful way to introduce us all to the very creative team. It was lovely to learn a little more about each one and I cant wait to see what they all come up with. So lovely to see the very talented Melinda on the team as well....
All of the layouts are awesome - I've been inspired by the theme to take the time to document more about myself. I've also related to what some of these ladies have shared about themselves. My layout was Stephanie Baxter's.
What a fab DT and great inspo. It's amazing to see so many different take on each of the LO's. Congrats on your new team.
I have been inspired to try to complete more pages at the end of the year.
Thanks for sharing.
What lovely layouts!!!
I absolutely love the color pallets and design layouts used by the team in their "all about me" introductions. I have gotten SO many ideas for making scrapbook pages and cards for my friends and family! Thanks for the inspiration!
Lovely pages and lovely women too! Suzie
Wow wonderful layouts girls. Have been a groupie of Melinda's for a long time now and she is going to be a wonderful asset to the DT. Her work is stunning and her personality is infectious!!!. Well done to all of the newbies. Hugs Clare xxx
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