There is something incredible about finishing a project you have been working on for an entire year. I have designed two coordinating monthly memories sets every month this year and ended up with a collection that I am very proud of and know will be useful for years to come. I used the same extensive color palette throughout the year, so the kits and the entire Month of Memories line of products are easily mixed and matched with each other. It was a very ambitious project, and I'm happy to be on this side of it now. Lol!

I used to do a lot of sewing when I was younger, and I've always loved and appreciated needle crafts such as cross-stitching, embroidery, and quilting. My mom was so creative in these departments and dabbled in them all. She has made dolls, clothing, and quilts, and she still crochets and cross-stitches to this day. My daughter is a knitter and a yarn addict. Even though I haven't done any sewing in several years, I still have a closet full of fabric, patterns, and ideas for the future. And now I get to do my own kind of "quilting" using digital papers and supplies!

I’ve been so busy designing Monthly Memories items lately that I’m sure you’ve wondered if I was going to work on anything else. I definitely have plans for more themed releases each month. My daughter Riley and I have planned out the entire year of designs. It’s so inspiring to have a big picture in mind as I work on these collections.

Orange you glad there’s a new Color Stories collection in the shop today? I love new release days because it’s so much fun to be able to finally share what I’ve been pouring my heart and soul into for the past few weeks. I’m excited about the possibilities for this new Original Orange collection and I hope you are too. Let’s take a look at all the goodies!