What is life without dreams? We all need to dream to achieve. Little did I know as a walked around CHA a number of years ago and came across a booth by a new company "Graphic 45" that one-day it would become my dream to be a designer for them. I remember being in awe of the beauty of the projects on display - did I dare to dream that one day I could be part of such an amazing company?
Well today my dream came true! I was so humbled to see my name on the list of the Graphic 45 2011 Design Team members. I cannot wait for the next 12 months and the opportunity to work with such an inspiring company.
The above photo is a little glimpse of one of my projects I submitted for the final round of the Design Team call. (Hope that it's okay to give you a peek!).
I have been crafting day and night for the past couple of weeks working on new classes I will be offering over the coming months. I have the opportunity to teach in here in Australia before heading back to Boston at the end of May. More information on the classes in my next post.
One more tiny glimpse into a project I have been working on before I leave you. I have just completed a this small mini Shabby Album using a Doodlebug Plain and Simple Album and one of the newest collections from Prima - Botanicals. Totally love the beautiful floral designs of this collection.
I can only show a tiny glimpse of this project as I have just submitted it. When I can I will post photos of the entire project. I am working on a website at the moment where you will be able to purchase some of my projects as kits - this will be one of them. I will post the announcement and a link to the website here on my blog when it is all up and running.
If you don't have a dream, how are you going to make a dream come true? Oscar Hammerstein







Hi Lynette
Contratulations on making the team. We are in for a real treat. Can't wait to see what you come up with. Teaching in Australia? when and where? Don't forget me if you want to do more classes
Posted by: Jane Tregenza | April 02, 2011 at 08:03 AM
Congratulations! I miss seeing your work it is so beautiful. I would love the top photo as a kit. Good Luck and I can't wait to see what you have to offer us here in the States.
Posted by: Becky H | April 02, 2011 at 12:03 PM
LYNETTE!!! YAY! :o) I knew you could do it! I'm so excited that you made the team, and look forward to all the good stuff you are going to show us in the months ahead. So thrilled for you!
Posted by: Vio | April 03, 2011 at 03:30 AM
Hi Lynette
Congratulations! So pleased that your dreams come true :)
Posted by: LeAnne | April 03, 2011 at 09:59 PM
I am in awe of your work.
Posted by: Nancy Wethington | April 04, 2011 at 11:21 AM
Hello Lynette!
So excited to be on the G45 Team with ya.
Love your blog and work!
All the best,
Jack & Cat Curio
Posted by: Michael & Lesley | April 04, 2011 at 01:09 PM
congratulations for joining the Graphic 45 team, your work is beautiful and I look forward to seeing your projects on the blog
hugs and best wishes
Posted by: Daniele | April 04, 2011 at 04:25 PM
Congratulations, Lynette! Your work is amazing! So happy for you that your dream came true!
Posted by: Eniko DeLisle | April 04, 2011 at 06:19 PM
Congrats on making the G45 team. I just seen this once a springtime project on their site and it is so beautiful. Love the work you did on this.
Posted by: Sandy Davis | April 04, 2011 at 07:02 PM
Absolutely breathtaking!!! I am in awe!
Congratulations and TFS.
~Linda
Posted by: Linda Cain | April 04, 2011 at 07:41 PM
Your submission to Graphic 45 is absolutely stunning. Like you I love the shabby chic look and love incorporating vintage lace, buttons etc. in my work. Can't wait to see what you do for Graphic 45 this year! Congratulations on making the team.
DianeD Mansfield, MA
Posted by: Diane Dainis | April 05, 2011 at 06:48 AM
I just love love love your work. It's just the inspiration I've been looking for, and have found my favourite go to gal! I love the colors and the style you use, and of course all the unique projects and just amazing. I hope your a busy crafter as I'll be back often... :)
Laura
Posted by: Laura | April 09, 2011 at 01:40 PM
Congrats on making the G45 Team! Beautiful work! Looking forward to "following" you to see what is next!
Posted by: Erin Glee | April 09, 2011 at 04:22 PM
So pleased you dated to dream! That dream has come true, isn't that awesome! Your art work is breathe takingly beautiful, what a treat we are in for. Look forward to being inspired by your talent.
Posted by: Janice | April 10, 2011 at 11:57 PM
Congrats!! I would LOVE a kit on the fairy card that you submited. or a tutorial would be lovely. Happy for you getting to follow your dream.
Posted by: Karen | April 17, 2011 at 11:23 PM
Congrats...Thats amazing..someday I hope to be as good as you.. I love your style..
Your project is so intricate and keeps you looking at each wonderful detail.
Posted by: Lana Bisson | September 29, 2011 at 07:02 PM