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Who Is This Chick? My Crafting Adventures - This Chick Loves Paper

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This is NOT the story I thought Iā€™d be tellingā€”but itā€™s the one that changed everything. What started as a ā€œsomedayā€ hobby turned into my greatest creative adventure, and now I canā€™t imagine life without it!



Hi, Iā€™m April ā€“ the chick who loves paper!
šŸ“ø Meet the Chick Behind the Paper! Crafting, storytelling, and making memoriesā€”one scrapbook page at a time! šŸ’•āœ‚ļø #ThisChickLovesPaper

If you had told me a few years ago that Iā€™d become completely obsessed with paper, glue, and a CricutĀ® machine, I would have laughed. But life has a funny way of turning ā€œmaybesā€ into musts. This is my storyā€”the unexpected journey of how I became This Chick Loves Paper!


šŸŽ¬ The Plot Twist That Changed Everything


Like so many of us, I had a ā€œmaybe somedayā€ list.

āœ” ā€œMaybe someday Iā€™ll scrapbook.ā€

āœ” ā€œMaybe someday Iā€™ll be more creative.ā€

āœ” ā€œMaybe someday Iā€™ll have time for this.ā€


Wellā€¦ life had other plans.

Hospitals are no fun! But this chick is all about finding joy and sharing memories, even through the tough times
Hospitals are no fun! But this chick is all about finding joy and sharing memories, even through the tough times.

What started as a minor health scare quickly turned into a serious diagnosis. Suddenly, doctors were telling me to ā€œget my affairs in order.ā€ That news hit hard. But what hit harder was realizing, after scrolling through my photos, how many memories my son didnā€™t remember.


Thatā€™s when it hit me:


Without stories, theyā€™re just photos on a phoneā€”a reminder of why I started scrapbooking to keep our memories alive!
Without stories, theyā€™re just photos on a phoneā€”a reminder of why I started scrapbooking to keep our memories alive.

šŸ“ø Without stories, photos are just pictures on a phone.


šŸ’” Without details, moments fade.


āœ‚ Without action, memories disappear.


I wasnā€™t about to let that happen. Thatā€™s how & Why my scrapbooking adventures - my love for paperā€”began.


šŸ¤« The Secret Scrapbook That Started It All


So I got to work. Quietly. Secretly. Determined.


I didnā€™t want my little man to know I was making him a scrapbook filled with our memories, so I called it my ā€œprojectā€ and crafted in secret.

How I Became "This Chick Loves Paper"
How I Became "This Chick Loves Paper"

Iā€™d work on it when he was at school or asleep, stacking papers and supplies on my coffee tableā€”ready to hide ā€œMy Projectā€ them if he walked in.


But as with all good secrets, the truth eventually comes out.


šŸ’” Hooked on Paper!

Scrapbooking turned out to be way easier (and more fun!) than I ever imagined
Scrapbooking turned out to be way easier (and more fun!) than I ever imagined!!

Once I started scrapbooking, there was no turning back.


It was way easier (and more fun!) than I ever imagined! The more I created, the more I fell in love with paper, inks, die-cuts, layering, stampingā€¦ ALL OF IT.


First, it was just for him.

Then, it became for me too.

And before I knew it, I had found my creative passion.


āœ‚ļø Scrapbooking With a Personal Touch

Scrapbooking is about preserving lifeā€™s moments and bringing our stories to life in a way thatā€™s uniquely yours
Scrapbooking is about preserving lifeā€™s moments and bringing our stories to life in a way thatā€™s uniquely yours.

For me, scrapbooking isnā€™t just about pretty pages. Itā€™s about:


āœ” Scene buildingā€”turning layouts into a story!


āœ” Custom detailsā€”making every page personal.


āœ” Adding humor, quirks, and personality (yes, I intentionally misspell words if thatā€™s how my son says them!).


My pages reflect not only our memories but also our humor, our quirks, and the little moments that make us ā€œus.ā€
My pages reflect not only our memories but also our humor, our quirks, and the little moments that make us ā€œus.ā€

My pages are filled with inside jokes, heartfelt journaling, and handmade elements that make our memories come alive. And now, I get to share that passion with you!


šŸ–Œ Why I Started This Blog: Crafting Adventures -This Chick Loves Paper


Scrapbooking is about capturing your story in a real, fun way
Scrapbooking is about capturing your story in a real, fun way.

Scrapbooking is FAST, FUN, & MEANINGFULā€”and I want you to know that too!


I created This Chick Loves Paper not only to share my crafting adventures but to also:


āœØ Inspire you to start documenting your own stories.

āœØ Teach you how easy and rewarding it is to scrapbook.

āœØ Show you that every memoryā€”big or smallā€”is worth capturing.


šŸ“¢ Donā€™t wait for a ā€œbetter timeā€ to start. The best time is NOW.


Whether youā€™re a seasoned scrapbooker, a Disney enthusiast, or just starting, I hope you find encouragement, tools, and fresh ideas here to inspire your creativity. If youā€™re looking for unique ways to scrapbook your Disney adventures, youā€™re in the right place! With years of annual visits to Disneyland and countless magical memories, Iā€™m excited to share layouts, tips, and ideas for crafting Disney-inspired pages that bring those moments to life.


āœØ Explore & Get Inspired!


šŸŽØ Looking for Scrapbook Ideas?



šŸ‘‡ Check out my latest layouts & projects here!



šŸ’Œ Need Handmade Card Inspiration?



šŸ‘‡See some of my favorite card Christmas designs below:



šŸ“– Want to Learn More?


šŸ‘‰ Browse my blog for tips, tutorials, and behind-the-scenes crafting fun!




šŸ“ø Share Your Creations: Join the Community!


Iā€™d love to see YOUR scrapbook pages and handmade cards!

šŸ“¢ Drop them in the Membersā€™ Gallery and letā€™s inspire each other!


Whether youā€™re capturing your favorite vacation, your childā€™s milestones, or just the everyday moments that make life specialā€”letā€™s create together!


šŸ› Shop With Me: Find Your Crafting Essentials!


From timeless cardstock to custom die-cuts and stamping must-haves, the right supplies make all the difference! Whether youā€™re a seasoned pro or just getting started, Iā€™ve got everything you need to bring your stories to life.


šŸ› Shop Stampinā€™ Up! With Me & Find Everything You Need Here:



šŸš€ Why Wait? Start Scrapbooking Today! šŸš€


If youā€™ve ever thought, ā€œMaybe someday Iā€™ll start scrapbookingā€¦ā€ consider this your sign.


Life moves fast. Too fast. Moments become memories in the blink of an eye, and if we donā€™t capture them, they fade.


šŸ“ø Donā€™t let your favorite moments live only in your phone.

āœ‚ļø Donā€™t wait for the ā€œperfect timeā€ to start.

šŸ’– Donā€™t let the ā€œIā€™m not creativeā€ excuse hold you back.


Because once you start, youā€™ll wonder why you didnā€™t do it sooner.


Scrapbooking isnā€™t just about making pagesā€”itā€™s about making time for what matters. Itā€™s about preserving your story in a way thatā€™s uniquely YOU.


šŸŽ‰ So grab your paper, your photos, and letā€™s do this! šŸŽ‰


šŸ“¢ Join me on this creative journey! Whether youā€™re brand new or a seasoned crafter, thereā€™s always inspiration, ideas, and a welcoming community waiting for you here at This Chick Loves Paper!


šŸ’– Final Thoughts: From Maybe to Must-Have

 A child whispers to a surprised woman, both smiling and playful. Two smaller photos show them posing happily together. Warm, joyful mood.
šŸ’– Scrapbooking isnā€™t just about paperā€”itā€™s about the moments that matter most! My greatest masterpiece? Being his mom. šŸ„°āœØ #MemoryKeeper

What started as a maybe someday turned into a canā€™t live without itā€”and it can for you, too!


Scrapbooking changed my life, and now, Iā€™m here to help you start your own creative journey.


Letā€™s make memories.

Letā€™s tell stories.

Letā€™s fall in love with paper together!


Welcome to This Chick Loves Paperā€”Iā€™m April! šŸŽØāœØ

It's so nice to meet you!


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The content in this blog is the sole responsibility of April Raine - This Chick Loves Paper as a Stampinā€™ Up!Ā® Independent Demonstrator. The use of and content of classes, services, or products offered is not endorsed by Stampinā€™ Up!Ā®


Ever wondered how ThisChickLovesPaper.com came to be? šŸ’–āœØ From a secret scrapbook project to a thriving creative community, Iā€™m sharing the story behind my scrapbooking obsession, card-making journey, and why preserving memories matters! Follow along with me on my crafting adventures and get inspired to start crafting today! šŸŽØšŸ”„

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