Hip 2-b Square 2010-2011 Design Team

Melanie Jarocki

Design Team Coordinator

"Throughout my life I've kept a journal. When I was introduced to scrapbooking after my first child was born almost 10 years ago, it was a wonderful hobby to throw myself into. Scrapbooking is a natural transition from my journals. My family is the main subject of my scrapbooking, though at times I enjoy scrapping scenery shots or just random photos about whatever. My style varies from simple and linear to funky and eclectic--whatever I'm feeling like that day or whatever fun products I have to play with!  My husband and kids often spend time looking at the books I have created, which makes the hobby even more rewarding to me. I am excited to be doing design work for Kimberly. Her store is amazing and she does incredible work sharing her passion with her customers and friends."

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Blog: Sweet and Simple

Deana Boston

Hi I'm Deana. wife to Bob & mom to Bryn.  I've been in love with taking photos & making scrapbooks for as long as I can remember.  I didn't go digital until December '07 because I never liked the quality of photos as much as 35mm film.  Once I found a really good digital camera, though, it's been life-changing & I haven't looked back!  I was always a fan of "1-hour photo developing," so to be able to print at home makes me very happy!  Aside from being addicted to scrapbooking & card-making, I also love fashion, travel, working-out, music, interior design, dancing, chocolate, volunteering at school, my family & friends and most of all being a MOM!  Thank you so much for this opportunity.   I am so honored to be a Designer for Hip   2-b Square Scrapbooking.

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Blog:  Diva(logues)

Kristin Kingrey

"I have been happily married to Jeff for over 20 years.  We have a son (Cameron) and a daughter (Samantha).  I have been scrapping probably all of my life, I would take pictures out of magazines and brochures to post into my photo albums next to the pictures.  I started to really get into scrapbooking after our son was born.  He is the perfect subject to get my creative imagination working.  Now that I have a daughter I get to start using all the pink and girly products.  I have always loved photography and scrapbooking is a great way to enhance my photos.   I am honored that Kimberly has asked me to join the design team.  It is a challenge to make a layout with only the items that are included in the Hip Kit Club each month, and I love a challenge. "

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Blog:  Scrappin In Snoqualmie

Tricia Ulberg

My love for scrapbooking started the first time I walked into a scrapbooking store eight years ago shortly after my first son was born. As a graphic designer, I've always had an obsession with paper, and I was inspired by the products being made for the scrapbooking industry. Over the years the products available for scrapbooking continue to get better and better, and I am forever hooked!  Not only is creating a scrapbook a creative outlet for me--my two kids love to flip through the scrapbooks I keep for each of them. It's fun to go back and see the pages I've created for them as the years go by. I also love cardmaking and have a business designing rubber stamps. I met Kimberly shortly after moving to Snoqualmie and joined her Hip Kit Club right away. she has a knack for choosing the best products available for her kits which keeps me happy! I'm excited to be a part of the Hip 2-b Square Design Team.

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Blog:  Letters from Lizzie

Eva Montes

Hi! My name is Eva Montes. I live in sunny Southern California with my husband of 15 years and our three boys ages 13, 10 and 3yrs old. I started scrapbooking about five or six years ago. I lost track of the exact time. Lol! Like most of you I started this hobby to document everyday moments. Then it quickly tuned into an obsession. I love to create pages for my boys and learn new techniques. Some of my favorite things are book paper, sheet music, office tags and twine. Aleene's Tacky Glue - I love it. I use it on every layout. I also love to add dimension to my pages. When I am not scrapping I am usually at soccer practices with my boys. Spending time with my family. Just being a mom. Thank you Kimberly for this fabulous opportunity. I am very excited and honored to be a part of this design team.

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Gallery:  Scrappineve

Lilith Eeckles

My name is Lilith and I am a part time English teacher in a high school in Belgium. I live in a cute little village in the Ardennes in Belgium with my 4 boys and husband. I discovered scrapbooking about 7 years ago when I was pregnant with my two sons. I was watching a DIY program on the BBC and the lady interviewed talked about it. I looked it up on the internet and I have been hooked ever since. I don't have a particular style but I love clean and simple lines, white space and clustering embellishments. I love taking my photos and making them even more special. I am thrilled to be on the Hip 2-b Square Design Team and can't wait to make layouts with these wonderful kits.

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Blog:  Lilith's Scrapbooking Venture

Bethany Crowell

My name is Bethany Crowell.and I'm addicted to papercrafting.  I have a passion for crafting and find myself happiest when I'm busy creating--whether it be scrapbooking, card making, knitting, felting or quilting. I love color (ask me what my favorite color is and it will likely be a different answer each time!). I love the little creative details that make projects extra special. I love sifting through buttons (especially cool, vintage ones), savoring creative blogs, exploring flea markets, spending time with my family and friends, drinking coffee with real cream and having a good belly laugh (the kind that brings happy tears to the eyes)!  I live in Bothell, Washington, with my fantastic hubby of ten years and our very hairy, four-legged friend, Miss Griffin. I'm totally excited and extremely honored to be a part of the very talented Hip 2-b Square Design Team. I feel so lucky to get to play with all the fabulous product in the Hip Kits! It brings me great joy to share my passion with you, and I hope you'll be inspired!

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Blog:  Ribbon Glitter and Glue

Cindy Stevens

Hello Everyone! I'm Cindy.  I am a SAHM of a beautiful, funny little boy, and wife of 10 years to an AMAZING & equally funny man.  We are proud to call Atlantic Canada our home.  I have been scrapping for 5 years, starting shortly after my son was born. Not long after THAT, I discovered the LSS and online community, and was TOTALLY & completely HOOKED!  This hobby fuels my passions to create AND shop!!

I am a DIE HARD paper addict and love adding texture and dimension to my pages with fibers, stitching and pop dots. I am primarily a layout scrapper but like to challenge myself with making cards and altered items as well. I am THRILLED, HUMBLED & HONORED to be invited to join the Hip 2-b Square DT.  Thank you again for inviting me to your team, Kimberly!

Blog:  How Sweet It Is..