This prize was just so big and so exciting it is absolutely worth mentioning again! You have until 6:00 p.m. EST TODAY to leave a comment on THIS post (not today's post!) for a chance to win the entire Creative Escape package including the class kits, room giveaway (can you say beautiful!) and the coveted Creative Escape book given to all attendees! What are you waiting for? Hop on over to last Friday's post and tell us what scrapbooking has meant to you, in your life. We have loved reading all the stories - thank you so much for sharing them with us!
We are also thrilled to announce today that Becky Fleck, will be joining the Scrapbook & Cards Today family as our new Editor-in-Chief. Here is an except from our press release...
“Becky brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the Scrapbook & Cards Today team, both as a writer and as a graphic illustrator. With her highly successful book Scrapbook PageMaps, and her second book Scrapbook PageMaps 2 (available October 2010), Becky’s relationships within the industry make her a valuable member of our team”, Catherine said.
Becky lives in Montana and is the owner of the PageMaps web site, which provides free scrapbook layout and greeting card sketches to over 20,000 readers each month. She is a professional graphic illustrator, freelancing for several scrapbook and stamp manufacturers. She also teaches extensively throughout the U.S., Canada and internationally at expos, scrapbook stores and conventions.
Becky is replacing Kerry McRorie, who will be moving to the position of Senior Editor and continuing to contribute to each issue.
“Kerry’s clear vision for Scrapbook & Cards Today these past four years has made this publication a worldwide success” Catherine said. “Kerry will continue to be a strong part of the Scrapbook & Cards Today family.”
Becky can be reached at becky@scrapbookandcards.com. Watch for great things!
~ Catherine
(be sure to mark your calendar for September 24th. More special annoucements to come! hehehe...don't we all love surprises!!!)
Welcome, Becky! We are so lucky to have you!
Posted by: Lisa | September 09, 2010 at 09:09 AM
Yay! We love U Becky! So happy to have u. Welcome!! =)
Posted by: Scarlette | September 09, 2010 at 09:36 AM
Congratulations to Becky!!!!! Such great news:)
Posted by: Andi Sexton | September 09, 2010 at 09:42 AM
Welcome Becky! Looking forward to seeing your influence on SCT. Best of luck in the future Kerry, thanks for all your hard work and dedication.
Posted by: Laura | September 09, 2010 at 10:09 AM
Congrats Becky on your new position with this wonderful magazine. Wishing you much success has you start a new journey in your life.
Posted by: Dana | September 09, 2010 at 10:19 AM
Congrats to everyone there and having Becky join you, all quality all the way.
I enjoy all your info and inspiration.
Posted by: Dawn | September 09, 2010 at 01:00 PM
Congrats Becky!
Posted by: Katherine | September 09, 2010 at 01:05 PM
Very exciting news!
Posted by: Sandra @ The Memory Workshop Scrapbook Kits | September 09, 2010 at 01:49 PM
Hello--Becky--love your sketches and layouts!
Posted by: Jean Schmuker | September 09, 2010 at 03:46 PM
AWESOME NEWS!! CONGRATS BECKY!! CAN'T WAIT TO SEE ALL OF THE EXCITING THINGS TO COME!! AND ONE DAY BEFORE MY SON'S 4TH B-DAY AND TWO DAYS BEFORE MY B-DAY, MAYBE IT WILL BE MY LUCKY DAY?? HAVE A GREAT DAY!! THANKS FOR ALL THAT YOU DO!!
LARISSA HESKETT =)
Posted by: Larissa Heskett | September 09, 2010 at 03:50 PM
Congrats to Becky!!!!!
Posted by: Diana Fisher | September 09, 2010 at 04:12 PM
Wow, Becky Fleck!!! That's amazing news!!! (Love your work, Becky!!!)
Posted by: danidonner | September 09, 2010 at 08:11 PM
WooHoo!! Yay for Becky & the whole Magazine!! :o)
Posted by: Nancy | September 09, 2010 at 08:28 PM
Great news!
Posted by: Bec_Kilgore | September 09, 2010 at 09:09 PM
Welcome Becky! I can't wait to see what you'll bring to SCT- I already love everything else you do :)
Posted by: ms.espresso | September 09, 2010 at 10:59 PM
welcome becky :) looking forward to working with you and getting to know you!
Posted by: emily pitts | September 09, 2010 at 11:54 PM
Great news!
Thanks for the chance!!!!!
Posted by: Ardilla | September 10, 2010 at 01:38 AM
Welcome Becky - Can't wait to see what you have in store for us!
Posted by: Cathy K. | September 10, 2010 at 03:07 AM
Hi Becky!!! Cant wait to check it out with you at the helm! Thanks for the chance to win Scrapbooks and Cards Today!!!
Posted by: Kim Wilson | September 10, 2010 at 04:07 AM
Congratulations & Welcome Becky!
Best Wishes in your new position Kerry!
Posted by: Amy K | September 10, 2010 at 05:29 AM
Welcome Becky, looking forward to get to know you better,
Hugs Gina
Posted by: Gina | September 10, 2010 at 06:20 AM
Happy dance here ... welcome Becky!
Posted by: linda | September 10, 2010 at 09:03 AM
yeah!! welcome!!!
Posted by: ellen s | September 10, 2010 at 10:10 AM
Yea Becky! So excited for you! I love your work and you have really helped me with my scrapbooking! Congrats!
Posted by: Kristen | September 10, 2010 at 10:45 AM
Awesome news!
Welcome Becky!
Posted by: Moira | September 10, 2010 at 12:32 PM