The End of an Era

Discussion in 'Announcement Pad' started by sm_amber, Jul 18, 2018.

  1. sm_amber

    sm_amber I learn from the best..

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    You may have already heard the news, but after 10 years of designing digital scrapbooking products I'm hanging up my hat to pursue other avenues of design. It's definitely a bittersweet time for me, to say goodbye to something that has been such a huge part of my life for so long, but I'm excited for the change of pace. :) When I originally took up digital scrapbooking, my husband liked to joke that my hobby was starting hobbies, and this was just another one to add to the list. Well, 10 years later, I'm proud to say this has been the most meaningful and impactful "hobby" I've ever participated in. I've been inspired by so many amazingly creative people, and it has absolutely been an honor and a privilege to be a part of your stories through my work.

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    Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your story. Thank you for sharing so openly. Thank you for your support and your friendship. And especially thank you to Laura and the rest of the team for helping me feel so welcome when I first landed at the Pad 4 years ago. It has meant the world to me, and the opportunities and support I've been given have been phenomenal. ♥ My store will remain open thru July 25, at which point I'll close the door on this chapter of my creative journey and start exploring the next one. I can only hope I will find as much support and inspiration there as I have through my interactions with you.

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  2. GlazeFamily3

    GlazeFamily3 Peeking in everyone's windows ...

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    Amber- I am going to miss your designs immensely, but I am so happy for you! When I originally saw your email, I read the part about your "hobby being starting hobbies" out loud to my husband and he just laughed. I can SO relate to that. Good luck to you in whatever you do in the future.
     
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  3. michelepixels

    michelepixels A pun is not fully matured until it is full groan.

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    I have stuff dating back to your Stolen Moments Designs days at ScrapMatters. I will miss you. Good luck in your future endeavors!
     
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  4. flowersgal

    flowersgal I have big ears and wide arms

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    I have enjoyed your products and challenges here at TLP and like Michele I still have some of those Stolen Moments kits in my stash. Best wishes on your new endeavors. You will be missed here.
     
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  5. bonnenuit

    bonnenuit Why do I always have to be Captain?

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    Best of luck with your new venture!
     
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  6. LoveItScrapIt

    LoveItScrapIt I'm a poet, and everyone knows it!

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    :no2:no2Good luck in your future endeavors. I'll miss your designs:bk
     
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  7. carrie1977

    carrie1977 Tequila and Taco Tuesday

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  8. HeatherB

    HeatherB Ain't nothin wrong with a few dust bunnies!

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    We will miss you! Best wishes on your new adventures!
     
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  9. QuiltyMom

    QuiltyMom I'll never run out of things to do!

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    We love you, Amber! It's been a great 10 years, though, hasn't it? I still have some of your kits from ScrapMatters days. Best to you.
     
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  10. norton94

    norton94 Thank goodness I'm still a Well-Known Member

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    Best of luck in your new endeavors- you will be missed!! You have designed so many of the products on my pages and I’ll forever be indebted to you inspiration and support here at TLP and prior. Best wishes friend ❤️
     
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  11. IntenseMagic

    IntenseMagic Some grannies cuss a lot. I'm some grannies.

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    Thank you for all that you have given to this community and our memory keeping. You will be missed, but I wish you the absolute best of everything! :heartlub
     
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  12. marijke

    marijke Weekends are for wine.

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    I wish you all the best in your new adventures!
     
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  13. A-M

    A-M Not a lot of hustle in my hustle anymore

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    May this next chapter in your life be a really happy and rewarding one.
     
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  14. wombat146

    wombat146 Check out my kilt! And my turret!

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    All the very best for the future Amber!!!! :beat:beat
     
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  15. jk703

    jk703 CEO of Anything and Everything, Everywhere

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    Ahhh, Amber! The creativity, inspiration and friendship mean more than you know! Thank you. I wish you the brightest creative journey, and if you ever need help, give me a shout! Much love! :beat
     
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  16. jenn mccabe

    jenn mccabe She's OUR sunshine!

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    I was so sad to read this, but it sounds like you have good things to look forward to! All the best to you Amber - you will be missed so SO much!
     
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  17. Karen

    Karen Wiggle it, just a little bit!

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    I'm so glad to know that you aren't really quitting designing because you are so very talented and hope that you'll pop back in here and share your new creative design adventures as you can! I've LOVED having you and your designs here and wish you the very best in what comes next!
     
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  18. Cherylndesigns

    Cherylndesigns All glasses should be bigger than 1.5 oz

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    Best wishes as you start a new chapter.
     
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  19. bbymks5

    bbymks5 Where oh where can it be?!?

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    Wishing you nothing but the best!! Golden will ALWAYS remain a favorite of mine, I have some of your kits on the PL app too!!
     
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  20. mom2jackaia

    mom2jackaia I wish more people were fluent in silence

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    You will definitely be missed! Good luck with all your future endeavours!
     
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