A tour of Don’s workshop
Yesterday Nika and I went to visit my crafty friend Don and his family. I brought along my camera this time to take photos of his amazing craft studio. It’s such a fun and creative space.
Shown at right is Don at the entrance of his workshop. I love the altered letters and door knocker. You know with a door like that there’s gotta be some serious crafting space behind it.
Here’s a couple of the many projects he was working on while I was there.
Click the “play” button on the image below to take a tour of Don’s workshop or go here.
And some random interview questions just for fun.
Filed under Scrapbooking | Comments (13)How long have you been scrapbooking and paper crafting? Since 1998
How many hours a day on average do you spend in your workshop? It varies. In the shop maybe 2-3 hours on average. On the computer, another 3 hours. “Meandering” (guys don’t shop) about 8 hours a week.
You find a lot of your items going to garage sales and thrift shops. What kinds of things do you look for when you go to these places? Pins, buttons, badges, toys, postcards, scrap & stamp supplies. Mostly just stuff I can use in a 2 dimensional way.
What’s your creative process for making a layout? I look for a way to make the page or project interesting. My favorites are interactive devices or optical illusions. I just love the “WOW THAT’S COOL”.
Tell us in dog years how old you are? I am 39 (with 39 years of experience).
You hangout in the Fisk-a-teer and Memory Makers forums, anywhere else? My forum list in favorites is Memory Makers, fiskateers, and Creating Keepsakes. I visit a lot of other forums too.
What’s your favorite sweet treat? Chocolate. Actually that is not a treat, it’s a staple. I like fig newtons.
Any parting words of wisdom you like to share? “There is a theory which states that if ever anybody discovers exactly what the Universe is for and why it is here, it will instantly disappear and be replaced by something even more bizarre and inexplicable. There is another theory which states that this has already happened.”
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That’s a picture of the guy who lives on the outside. The guy inside is much younger. I’m glad you liked my studio, it’s a great place to play.
A video? With music? Thank you, it is always enjoyable to have you over.
Hmmm-I’m thinking Douglas Adams said something similar once upon a time. Ask Mr Don if I’m right about the quote.
LOL Don ! You always make me smile!
Loved the peek into your crafty goodness!
Loved getting a peak into Don’s world of crafting. I always appreciate his perspective and love his sense of humor.
Thanks for sharing with us!
Wow what a fun workshop!!! Great organization!!
totally cute! thanks for sharing! the music went well too!
Very cool! Thanks for the sneak peek!
How cool and you did a great job on the video! The next time I’m in Seattle you will have to take me to meet Don.
Great video! TFS! What a nice play area!
Oh my gosh what an awesome studio…Don is a very, very talented person and I so enjoy his humor on the board..Wow Cathy you did an awesome job on this….thanks so much for sharing…
xoxo–
Very sweet interview. I am so glad you did it…I’ve always wanted to know more about Don! He reminds me of my Dad (they’re about the same age and my dad is somewhat artistic. He’s always looking over my shoulder when I’m scrapping and I try to involve him when he looks interested). Thanks for sharing the info!
Fun idea and fun guest.
[...] some photos of my craft room, made them into a movie, and put it on her site. Here is the link. http://mamasheg.com/2008/11/12/a-tour-of-dons-workshop/#comments She is such a good friend, I enjoy spending time with her and her sidekick [...]