Anna Griffin Papers

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Reported by Sarah Moore

It was during the planning of my wedding in 2000 that I discovered Anna Griffin papers. I had been scrapbooking... trying my best to make my pages look beautiful... but you know how it used to be... my pages were filled with stickers, papers that didn't really match, and well... looking back at those early pages now is a bit embarrassing.

I completely remember the day when I discovered the Anna Griffin heritage style line of papers... they were all in my wedding colors! Sage green and ivory... with a hint of pink... very shabby chic without being too shabby! The matching embellishments, ribbon photo corners and rich looking bows (which she still makes by the way) were such a step up from my current work. I spent TONS of money on sheets and sheets of that lovely paper... and I found it even matched my home decor... Seven years later; I still love those papers... how often does THAT happen?

Then to be honest, I had lost track of Anna G for a bit. I have moved away from scrapbooking and find I now enjoy making cards and giftables more. Like many women I also focus a lot of creative energies on my home, and I love to make decorative items to display. My personal style is very eclectic; but I gravitate toward a vintage look; and often find myself purchasing home accessories that are really intended for children's rooms; lamps, pillows, frames... My taste is so varied.

A few months ago I was shopping at my local scrapbooking store and peeked in on my pal Anna. She still makes the traditional scrolled, floral, damask and toile style patterns; with matching accessories... but now she has this NEW look... retro inspired lines that are bright, stylish and somewhat comical. I had to have them!

My favorite... the "Bailey" line







The newest "Mackenzie" line.

And look at this new line... even her traditional patterns have made an upgrade... with bold back and whites and those same Damask patterns but now in HOT pink!

*NEW* The "Dorothy" Collection

The Anna Griffin collection of course includes a full line of papers, die cuts, stickers, and various embellishments. I especially love the fabric covered brads, pre-tied ribbons and new flocked stickers. Her other paper designs are MUCH more on the traditional side; so she really has something for everyone. You can see HERE for a list of places to buy Anna Griffin Papers. Also don't miss the Outlet store. QVC also features Anna's wonderful goods. They have some more unusual items there too; combo kit's and what-not.

The paper is super smooth and soft... almost on the fragile side. I wrote the company for specifics on the weight of the paper but have not yet heard back; I will update this post when I do. The papers take ink well also; they are not coated or glossy in any way. Use this product with confidence! :)

I created this project especially for this article. After using my Xyron to apply the paper to this pressboard vase (by Prima... purchased at Target), I applied some White Craft ink (direct to paper). I completed the protect with this big bow and a vintage button. Because the paper is so soft; it is ideal for projects such as this one where a very light weight paper is better suited.