Guest Designer Spotlight: May Flaum

I am happy to introduce you to our January Guest Designer, May Flaum!

I have followed and admired May’s work for a long time.  She is an incredibly talented designer and educator. When she agreed to guest design with us, I was so excited!  I know you will enjoy getting to know her better!  Be sure to check out her full gallery here.  Thanks for joining us this month May!

name: May Flaum
location: California
blog: www.craftwithmay.com
twitter: @mayf
instagram: @may_flaum
3 favorite elle’s studio products: January 2014 kit, Penelope bits and pieces, and Penelope tabs

Why did you start scrapbooking and how did you get started?

I have scrapbooked for as long as I’ve been able to write! I have always loved the creative fun of creating books full of stories and photos.  In 2002 after discovering scrapbook stores and beginning 12×12 scrapbooking, I found myself managing a store, teaching classes, and the rest, as they say, is history!

What are the three products you can’t live without?

I can’t work without kraft cardstock, a black pen, and my Tim Holtz scissors.  I can make just about anything work as long as those three products are in my stash!

What do you listen to/watch while scrapbooking?

I like to have movies and TV on, but the “what” depends greatly on my mood!  I love classic musicals, Dr. Who, Alias, Parks and Rec, and so much more!  I tend to just watch streaming shows on my Kindle Fire so I can keep clicking “next episode” if I’m in a good groove.

Do you record every moment or just special ones?

In order to scrapbook every moment, I’d spend so much time here in my studio that real life would be missed.  At the same time, if I only scrapbooked special things, I’d miss out on a ton of everyday moments that I want to capture.  I just focus on finding + telling stories, as time and inspiration allows.  I know that whatever I do capture, I will treasure and enjoy in the years to come.

What are three facts about you that others might now know?

1. I usually get 8-10 hours of sleep every night.  People often think I must not sleep much– the truth is I sleep a lot, which makes me able to be productive while I’m awake!
2. I was named after my great-grandmother, not the month.
3. I competed in horse shows throughout my childhood and teen years.

We are giving away May’s favorite Elle’s Studio products!  Leave a comment on this post for your chance to win!

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