Have you ever had a passion that is constantly on your mind, 24/7? For me, that passion is scrapbooking and cardmaking. Hardly a day goes by that I am not thinking about a new layout, a fresh color combination, or the perfect way to preserve a special memory.

I have been a scrapbooker and card maker for more than 30 years. What started as a simple way to keep my family's photos and stories safe slowly grew into something I could not imagine living without. In 2010, I turned that lifelong love of the craft into a business and opened a scrapbooking store in downtown Cañon City.

In 2019, I brought the shop to Gift Chateau at 731 Main Street, where I now design and create custom scrapbook albums and cards for customers throughout the community. Whether it is a wedding, a new baby, a milestone birthday, or simply a year worth remembering, I love helping people turn their photos and keepsakes into something they will treasure for generations.

Every album and card I make is built to last and made to feel personal. I work with quality papers, inks, dies, and embellishments, and I am always experimenting with new techniques: watercolor backgrounds, layered die cuts, hand-lettered sentiments, and the little dimensional details that make each piece one of a kind.

Beyond creating, I truly love to teach. There is nothing quite like watching someone finish their very first card or layout and realize they can do this too. That is why I offer classes for crafters of every skill level, so others can discover and explore the art of scrapbooking and cardmaking for themselves.

If you have ever wanted to start preserving your own memories, my advice is simple: just begin. You do not need to be an artist. You only need a story worth keeping, and I will happily help you with the rest.

Stop by my booth at Gift Chateau to see my work, pick up your own supplies, and keep an eye out for upcoming classes. I would love to help you design your memories!