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Friday, February 11, 2011

Ode to Graphic 45

It's no secret that I'm a fan of Graphic 45 - and that's putting it mildly. I ADORE every inch of every sheet of paper they've ever created. Of course now, they've introduced everything from metal hinges, flowers and accessories, chipboard flowers, trims, envelope albums and they're staples sheet of stickers and alphas.

ADORE.

If I could choose a manufacturer with whom I'd love to design, one which compliments my shabby chic/rustic vintage style seamlessly, Graphic 45 would be the winner - hands down.

During the recent CHA Winter show held last month in LA, I had the opportunity to actually MEET the owner of this amazing company, Diane, and her gorgeous and equally talented daughters Charee and Aimee. What an absolute pleasure they were to speak with - so genuine and so gracious for all the success they've received over their award-winning products.

I've waited an entire year for this announcement - their annual Design Team call. Will I be applying??? HELL yes!!

Please take a peek below at my favourite projects, in no particular order, created with an assortment of Graphic 45's breathtaking collections. These are my DT application submissions. I hope you love them as much as I loved creating them.















And now I wait.... with fingers (and toes) crossed...

17 comments:

Lorraine said...

Good luck! I hope you get in! I love looking at your work for inspiration!

JJ Sobey said...

I think you're a shoe-in! Good luck!

Lizzyc said...

ummm LOVE THEM!!! bit of an understatement.. these are exquisite! how could you not get the dt for graphic 45?? well done..!!

Marielle said...

Well Tara ,I would be very surprised if they did not pick you ,your work is amazing and fits this company to a tee!!!!

Marielle said...

Seriously Tara, you are perfect for this company ! Good Luck !!!

Anonymous said...

When you've got it, you've got it...and YOU'VE GOT IT!!! Good Luck!!! Your work makes my heart sing.

Romaine said...

Good luck!!!!! I don't see how they CANNOT choose you! Your work is breath-taking!

Cindy Gay said...

I love them all. I think Boardwalk and Parenthood are my faves!

Denni said...

Those are all absolutely stunning!! They'd be crazy not to include you on their DT, just crazy!
Good luck :D

Anonymous said...

You do absolutely wonderful work, and yes, those papers are beautiful (as is your work)! Wishing you luck!
Hugs,
Sharon J. Jones
Greetings by Sharon

Linda L said...

You and Graphic 45 are an absolute match made in heaven Tara....I wish you the best of luck for the call....I think you're a shoe in myself.

Shona said...

awwww good luck Tara...your layouts are all soooooo amazing, but I know there is that feeling of waiting. I think you would be an asset to their DT :)

Zarah said...

Well, you are a perfect fir for eachother - they HAVE to pick you! Fingers crossed, luv!

Julie Wasson said...

fabulous as always. Do you have a retailer near you for Graphic 45? I apparently don't. Should I buy online?

Unknown said...

Tara these L.O. are fantastic,,,so are the Graphic 45 papers,and I believe that people that can design such fantastic papers will recognose you amazing talent, Its ages since I have seen such beautiful work>>>
I wish you lots of luck and what will be will be!

Unknown said...

Tara i have just taken a closer look at your layouts....your work is amazing I love all the fine detail you put into each piece,,,one can almost see with how much love they were created!I am sure that you will be chosen got the DT....good luck!

Ava Gavloski said...

All the best to you. I am sure G45 would like to ship the box out to you now to get started. Get CHA photo op which should seal the deal. I might try, just to get my feet wet......smile

Will be seeing all your stuff soon.

ava
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