Sunday, August 10, 2008

Welcome Hilary Kanwischer!

I'm so excited to have Hilary with us this month! Hilary is incredibly sweet and extremely talented.....let's give Hilary a big welcome! You just might win "Hilary's Favorite Things" giveaway.....Winner will be picked by a Random Number Generator and announced on August 16th so make sure to leave a comment.

Meet Hilary......

Hi there, my name is Hilary Kanwischer and I live in South Florida with my husband and 2 children, Courtney & Connor. I started scrapbooking when my daughter was 3 after a trip to the local scrapbook store to find zoo invitations and was immediately awed by all the "stuff" they had in there. I was hooked right away. I started stamping shortly thereafter, after attending my first "stamping party".

I work as a Firefighter / Paramedic and have been with my department for almost 15 years now and I drive a big ladder truck, which my son thinks is "very cool". I also work part time at Pottery Barn. I first met Cindy back in 2005 after going to Colorado for the very first Sweetwater Retreat and I was immediately taken back by how sweet, fun, and creative she really is. Going to Colorado was a turning point in my life and we are now trying desperately to move from here to there, after I "retire" from the Fire Department. I cannot begin to tell you how truly excited and honored I am that Cindy invited me for a Guest Designer spot. Thank you so much!

You can check out Hilary's Blog to see more of her amazing work....Hilary Scrap's Blog
















































































































"Hilary's Favorite Things" Giveaway:

Pop Fashion Jellies Paper by Pink Paislee
Pop Fashion Parachute Pants Paper by Pink Paislee
Pop Fashion Bell Bottoms Paper by Pink Paislee
Pop Fashion Bermuda Shorts Paper by Pink Paislee
Pop Fashion Mary Janes Paper by Pink Paislee
Pop Fashion Shapes Topsiders by Pink Paislee
Prima Pink Obsessions by Prima
White Shoe Box GLITTER Letter Stickers by American Crafts
Gift Box Assortment

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52 comments:

  1. Lisa DorseyAugust 11, 2008 at 6:58 PM

    So glad to have you Hilary!!! Your room is gorgeous!

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  2. KellyAugust 11, 2008 at 8:16 PM

    I absolutely love your space Hilary! Gorgeous!!
    And welcome xxx

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  3. GenieAugust 11, 2008 at 8:20 PM

    Hi Hilary, I love your work! Your scrapbook pages and cards are so creative! Congratulations on becoming a design team member for Emma's Paperie.

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  4. Erika M.August 11, 2008 at 8:25 PM

    Welcome Hilary! I love your scrap space. We're currently working on my new scrapbook building - congrats on being guest designer

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  5. AnonymousAugust 11, 2008 at 8:50 PM

    Congratulations, Hillary! Good luck in your new endeavor! Your scraproom is gorgeous!

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  6. CassAugust 11, 2008 at 9:13 PM

    What an amazing scrap room!

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  7. Bunny BAugust 11, 2008 at 10:14 PM

    Hi Hilary, your crafting room is lovely!! Fantastic :)
    xx

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  8. ClaudetteAugust 11, 2008 at 10:23 PM

    great scrap space and lovely work as always

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  9. Corey W.August 11, 2008 at 10:38 PM

    love your room - I think the bench at the table is my favorite part - so cozy!

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  10. RachelleAugust 11, 2008 at 11:20 PM

    Hilary, your space is awesome! Can I come and play?!

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  11. MelanieAugust 11, 2008 at 11:52 PM

    Hi Hilary. I sure wish we lived closer together. I want to come and play in your room!! I'm excited to see your projects for the month at Emma's. Congrats!

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  12. SabrinaAugust 12, 2008 at 12:32 AM

    HOLY COW! WHat a fun place to create in! LOVE IT! AND you have lots of fun goodies to play with-love those button jars!!!

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  13. Harley DeeAugust 12, 2008 at 1:37 AM

    Ooh, I'm so jealous of your play room! :D I'm saving some of your pictures as ideas for when I can have my own space! :D

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  14. anyabAugust 12, 2008 at 5:49 AM

    Hilary, what a beautiful room. The light and the colours are just gorgeous and I love those giant ribbon jars !TFS

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  15. KimmieAugust 12, 2008 at 6:58 AM

    Your space is incredible. Love your storage for your Ink pads.

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  16. Michelle WoodersonAugust 12, 2008 at 10:22 AM

    Welcome! Your design studio is fabulous! Do I spy Pottery Barn all over that! How awesome to work there AND as a fire fighter, that is exciting. Can't wait to see your project if they're anything like your room!

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  17. jknapp00August 12, 2008 at 11:29 AM

    What a great space to work in. Love it.

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  18. Sherry WrightAugust 12, 2008 at 3:53 PM

    Welcome Hilary!! Your room is amazing.. I love that table, the wood floors, and the tons of storage. :0)

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  19. BethAugust 12, 2008 at 4:17 PM

    what a lovely place to scrapbook!

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  20. Tracey HoldykAugust 12, 2008 at 6:46 PM

    A very big welcome. Love that room! I want one.

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  21. Brandee RossAugust 12, 2008 at 7:25 PM

    Great space--can't wait to see your favorite things AND your projects!

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  22. Handmade by OdetteAugust 12, 2008 at 9:10 PM

    I must say I visited Hilary's blog a few days ago and did not have enough of all the beautiful pictures she has, not to mention the cards she have made.
    You are very talented!
    Your Scrap room is gorgeous!
    Happy to have you as guess designer.

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  23. TrishAugust 13, 2008 at 1:35 PM

    Hi Hilary, wow your playroom is great! I too love the cozy bench at the table.Im a newbe at this blog, I've only been lerking up till now. I will be back theres lotsa inspration here:0)

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  24. ChristaAugust 13, 2008 at 2:14 PM

    Hello! Welcome!!!
    That room is soo beautiful!!!!

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  25. *Beatriz Jennings*August 13, 2008 at 2:30 PM

    wow!!! love your scraproom!! ;)

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  26. Sonda TAugust 13, 2008 at 6:46 PM

    You rock Hilary! I want to live with you sis! And create in that FABULOUS room! (btw...i see i am in need of more ink colors. tee hee) Congrats on your guest gig! Hugs! Sonda T

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  27. Bella and Aidees MomAugust 13, 2008 at 10:35 PM

    Very cute scraproom...Krista

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  28. cornellgjAugust 14, 2008 at 11:47 AM

    love your scrap space! those buttons lined up in little jars are adorable!

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  29. Patty WilliamsAugust 14, 2008 at 1:52 PM

    Welcome Hillary!

    I love your space, it is so gorgeous and has so much room !

    I'm off to check out your blog!

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  30. JenMarieAugust 14, 2008 at 1:55 PM

    Oh wow, gorgeous space!!

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  31. ChrysAugust 14, 2008 at 1:57 PM

    Congrats Hilary!!!! :) :) You know I just adore your room!!!!!!!! :) :)

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  32. JenniferAugust 14, 2008 at 1:57 PM

    OMG....I would just die to have your room!!

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  33. Julia SandvossAugust 14, 2008 at 2:16 PM

    Hilary..your room is just amazing and what a cool part time job...Pottery Barn! I'd never leave with a paycheck..I'd always owe them! And I'm another Mom that has a Connor too! Congrats on being Guest Designer for Cindy's great store and blog! :-)

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  34. Jean Franks BeckAugust 14, 2008 at 2:34 PM

    A beautiful light-filled room with a BIG table - the ultimate scrap room! Love your fall glitter card... I'll be checking back lots!

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  35. Karolyn at Paper TherapyAugust 14, 2008 at 2:36 PM

    Wow! So in awe of your amazing crafting space - would kill to have a space like that! Congrats on the guest designership!

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  36. RomaineAugust 14, 2008 at 2:46 PM

    You go all out when you get into something! :oP wonderful space!! Can't wait for some inspirational ideas. So much gorgeous product and i don't know what to do with it! Congrats on being guest designer!

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  37. Brenda H.August 14, 2008 at 2:54 PM

    Congrats Hilary on being a guest designer!! 'Love your craft space! Looking forward to seeing more of your creativity!
    ~Brenda H.

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  38. MarilynAugust 14, 2008 at 3:12 PM

    What a fabulous scrap room! That table looks like the best place in the world to really get spread out and get the creative juices flowing!

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  39. JenniferAugust 14, 2008 at 3:23 PM

    What a beautiful space to work in - I'd never want to leave!

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  40. ScrapMomOf2August 14, 2008 at 3:32 PM

    Welcome Hilary! Wow, your space is absolutely positively AMAZING! You must be so inspired when you are in that room! I would never want to leave! Congratulations!!

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  41. KristinAugust 14, 2008 at 4:58 PM

    OK, I am drooling over your room! I love the black shelving! Everything looks so good on black!

    My husband is a FF and Police Officer so Your always in my prayers for the work you do for your area!

    I can't wait to see what this month brings with you as the GD!

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  42. Jennifer HansenAugust 14, 2008 at 5:22 PM

    I'm loving all of your storage. I will be moving to a larger scrap space in a few months and am on the hunt for cool rooms to borrow ideas from...and this is one of them!

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  43. Gina J.August 14, 2008 at 6:23 PM

    Congrats! Your scrap space is beautiful!

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  44. AnonymousAugust 14, 2008 at 6:27 PM

    Congrats Hilary!
    Your room is my idea of scrapbook-heaven - love it to bits and your creations are stunning!

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  45. YaninAugust 14, 2008 at 9:24 PM

    Congratulations on being a guest designer!! Your room has to be one of the nicest I've seen. Love your work.

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  46. jeneaevanAugust 15, 2008 at 4:08 AM

    What a beautiful room and fantastic work!

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  47. PatAugust 15, 2008 at 7:22 AM

    Oh my goodness, your space is so well organized!!! Looking forward to your projects this month.

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  48. Kimmarie BakerAugust 15, 2008 at 8:00 AM

    Congratulations Hilary! Your scraproom is GORGEOUS! It looks like a showroom. Heading over to your blog now.

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  49. RachAugust 15, 2008 at 4:54 PM

    Wow what a fab space!
    Love the work too.
    I just need to get my dh into gear to make my scraproom gorgeous too (yeah right)! I can dream...
    Rachel

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  50. TonyaAugust 16, 2008 at 6:45 PM

    WoW! That is one amazing room...I think I'm bringing my sleeping bag and moving in!!!! Congrats on the guest design spot.

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  51. JillisgramAugust 17, 2008 at 5:06 AM

    What a beautiful room to work in. You sound like you are a very busy lady and yet you get so much accomplished. Love your work!

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  52. Sarah MullanixSeptember 12, 2008 at 10:31 AM

    What a beautiful scrap room...you're a lucky girl!!!

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