Admittedly light on the “shabby,” leaning into the “chic.” I hope you’ll enjoy my May Challenge project. It was fun to push myself a little while also exploring what just isn’t my aesthetic.

I just finished my version of the baby mini album! This took me so long because I only have a couple hours after my toddler sleeps to craft, but I enjoyed making this so much! I totally messed up the side pocket on the yellow page, it's supposed to be on the right😆 I love how Frances kept saying that it doesn't have to be perfect, it's handmade! That made me feel 10x's better after my many mess ups.

I love how it turned out, but I'm not one to leave much white space, I tend to cram as much as I can in there making it too busy, but oh well! I loved making the inside layout my own.

✅ I completed the May Challenge book! Have you seen it yet? 😍I think this is the most fun I’ve ever had crafting. I used so many different elements. It was a very mixed media experience and I loved it! You might see a bit more of this from me later on 👀

Here’s the link to the full project flip-thru!

Maria’s Momento Box made into a recipe box that will be filled with cherished family favorites that have been passed down throughout the years and even generations. Went really simple with this one. Couldn’t resist adding a photo of my best crafting buddy!

Mini album I created inspired by the Petals instructional video.

🏔️Thinking about a Utah trip in June!

Hey friends! I’m brainstorming a potential trip to tour the Salt Lake/Sandy this June. My sweet friend is showing me around, but I’d love to see you, too! Nothing is official yet, but if enough of you are nearby, I want to host a special community gathering so we can hang out. I'm also thinking it would be amazing to connect on camera and record a podcast episode featuring you and your beautiful books! Before I book anything, I need to know: Are you in the Utah area? Drop a comment below if you're local and would be up for a get-together! Your replies will help me decide if we should make this happen!

Big smiles,

Frances 🤍

🎙 New Podcast Episode is Live!

I’m so excited to have my very first podcast guest, Maria! Come join us for an inspiring conversation about crafting, creativity, and learning to let go.

Maria traveled all the way from Puerto Rico to attend our California in-person class, and this conversation turned into so much more than just papercrafting.

We talk about creativity as healing, watercolor as a lesson in letting go of control, burnout, perfectionism, life after retirement, and how crafting can truly help people through difficult seasons of life.

This was honestly one of the most heartfelt and empowering conversations I’ve had, and I know so many of you are going to love Maria’s story. ❤️

I made this Choice Folio for one of my favourite nurses while I’ve been in hospital. I had to keep myself busy somehow!!