The Amazing Art of Annette Green
The 2014 Design Team introductions continue! Isn't it fun to meet this new fabulous team? Today, we will see a familiar face: Annette Green. Annette is an incredible designer who was on our design team last year. She makes incredible art of all mediums: magnificent mini albums, layouts, altered art, tags, cards...the list goes on, there's not much Annette cannot do! She is an avid crafter, and we know she is found creating most every day of the week. On top of being a fantastic designer, she is one hilarious, kind, amazing woman. She is a true joy. We cannot wait for you all to get to know Annette better and see three projects that will leave you reeling with inspiration. It's going to be a great day, so why don't we jump in. What do you say, G45ers? Let's get to know Annette!
"Hello! I’m Annette Green and am thrilled to serve a second year on the Graphic 45 Design Team! I live in sunny Melbourne, Florida with my husband Paul of 22 years, our talented teenage daughter Jamie and our sweet, shy Sheltie named Suki.
Formerly a graphic designer by trade, I’ve spent the past dozen years as a paper crafting enthusiast. What began as simple scrapbooking of our family memories has turned into a fulfilling career in the best business ever. I spend my days in my home studio creating and sharing art and inspiration through blogging, videos, on design teams and as an instructor.
I enjoy working out, eating right, and thinking positive thoughts daily. I especially enjoy cooking and spending time with friends. A few secrets some people don’t know about me: I went to beauty school after high school and worked as a hair stylist for a year before going to college; and about 10 years ago I sent in my audition tape to be on Survivor. I still haven’t gotten the call…" ~Annette
First, Annette shares this absolutely beautiful Botanical Tea layout of her gorgeous daughter, Jamie. It's a stunning layout sharing her love of beautiful composition and most of all, a mother's love!
Supply List
• Graphic 45 12 x 12 Botanical Tea paper collection:
• Graphic 45 Staples Shabby Chic Key
• Light blue ribbon, May Arts
• Frayed Burlap Distress ink for inking edges
• Adhesive
• Border punch
• Scissors for fussy cuts
This is a favorite project by Annette and us here at Graphic 45 as well - this altered French Country chalkboard! What a stunning piece to spruce your office space. It keeps you organized and looking at beauty all day long. There's nothing better than gorgeous organization. Make sure to check out the video with this project.
"With a teenage daughter in the house, home decor items for her room have gotten much more sophisticated. She recently updated her bedroom from the childhood pinks and purples to warm browns and tans with accents of red and black, so French Country was the perfect fit. And since she’s getting ready to go back to school soon, I thought this frame would serve nicely as a decorative yet functional piece to hang on her wall by her desk." ~Annette
Annette's French Country Student Frame Video Tour
Materials List
Graphic 45 Ornate Metal Door Plate & Knob
Graphic 45 Antique Metal Keyhole
Graphic 45 Antique Metal Door Pull
French Country Chipboard 1
French Country Chipboard 2
French Country Cardstock Flowers
French Country Cardstock Stickers
French Country 12 x 12 Paper Collection
French Country 6 x 6 Patterns & Solids
Ribbon
Wooden box, spools and letter J
Cork tile, 6 x 6
Mini chalkboard
Frame
Paint
Annette makes fantastic mini albums. This Steampunk Spells tag mini bursting with G45 Staples is such a standout piece. Every page is a work of art!
"I’ve always been a huge fan of Halloween so I was head over heels when I saw the new Steampunk Spells collection! Every since I was little, Halloween has provided me a delightful opportunity to create, dress up, act like someone or something completely different, and delve into the mysterious, creepy side of my imagination. Creating this fun interactive mini album brought back all the things I love about Halloween, especially while I played “The Nightmare Before Christmas” in the background while I designed this." ~Annette
Steampunk Spells Tag Album Video Tour
Materials List
Graphic 45 Large Tag Album
Graphic 45 keys
Steampunk Spells Chipboard 1
Steampunk Spells Chipboard 2
Steampunk Spells Cardstock Flowers
Steampunk Spells Cardstock Tags & Pockets
Steampunk Spells Cardstock Stickers
Steampunk Spells 12 x 12 Paper Collection
Steampunk Spells 6 x 6 Patterns & Solids
Ribbon
Waxed Twine
Metal embellishments
Heat embossing gun
What fun this week will be getting to know our new team! Thank you for joining us to re-introduce Annette Green. What was your favorite project today? Are you inspired to try something above? Welcome our wonderful Annette to her 2nd year on the G45 Design Team! Many thanks to her, and to all of you for joining us today. We'll see you tomorrow for more introductions and more inspiration!
Your Pals in Paper,
Graphic 45
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Lovely projects.
Posted by: Amy Kluchesky | June 03, 2014 at 05:04 AM
So happy to see Annette back this year - love her and her work!
Alison x
Posted by: butterfly | June 03, 2014 at 05:09 AM
Don't you just love meeting new talent at g45? We all are the lucky ones!
Posted by: Jan Elmore | June 03, 2014 at 05:38 AM
I am a huge fan of Annette's beautiful work glad to be on the team with Annette this year. Looking forward to seeing more wonderful creations.
Posted by: Andrew Roberts | June 03, 2014 at 05:38 AM
Geaorgeous work here from Anette too. Another talented lady, that´s for sure.
Looking forward to see lots more.
Posted by: Maryann | June 03, 2014 at 05:39 AM
so pretty!
Posted by: {vicki} | June 03, 2014 at 05:42 AM
Love Annette's tag mini, so cool!
Posted by: Mary H | June 03, 2014 at 05:51 AM
Beautiful:)
Posted by: Christine Schärfer | June 03, 2014 at 05:53 AM
Annette, I am glad you are back! Enjoy your time on the design team. Your projects are lovely!
Posted by: Pat Ford | June 03, 2014 at 05:54 AM
LOVE Annette's work! Always so creative and inspirational!! WOW!!
Posted by: barbara f | June 03, 2014 at 05:57 AM
Nice work!
Posted by: Kelly Massman | June 03, 2014 at 06:29 AM
I am looking forward to more of Annette's great work!
Posted by: Diane Ritchie | June 03, 2014 at 07:09 AM
Love the Steam Punk. Great job!
Posted by: Alie | June 03, 2014 at 07:22 AM
Such talent! Love them all!
Posted by: Eileen Barton | June 03, 2014 at 07:30 AM
Beautiful work Annette, I have learned many tricks from you. Thank you and glad your back!
Posted by: Linda Bell | June 03, 2014 at 07:35 AM
Very pleased that Annette is back on the G45 Design Team for another year as her projects are always inspirational, exceptionally constructed and Beautiful too. Yeah, Annette.
Posted by: Carolyn | June 03, 2014 at 07:47 AM
I really like that Halloween tag album!
Posted by: Lu L. | June 03, 2014 at 08:00 AM
Three fantastic projects by the oh-so- talented Annette!
Posted by: Sue W. | June 03, 2014 at 08:02 AM
I love Annette! She's a fantastic designer, an absolute riot and a kindred spirit to boot. I'm so blessed to have had the opportunity to design with her for one fabulous year. Annette, you're amazing and I look forward to all your wonderful creations in this new year! Welcome back!! xoxo
Posted by: Maria Cole | June 03, 2014 at 08:40 AM
Awesome work Annette!! So creative and talented!!
Posted by: Mary Longberry | June 03, 2014 at 08:40 AM
All the projects are wonderful!
Posted by: Sharon P. | June 03, 2014 at 08:42 AM
I am one of the lucky people that gets to see Annetts projects in person. Pictures do not do justice for her work. She has to close my dropped jaw many times after I have seen her newest creations. Thanks Annette for closing my mouth and for all you beautiful projects that you share.
Posted by: Marty Long | June 03, 2014 at 09:06 AM
So happy to see Anne back at G45....all of your projects are amazing! I really like your style. I am looking forward to more :) Welcome back Anne.
Posted by: Linda | June 03, 2014 at 09:24 AM
...amazing..great projects all week..
Posted by: mitz | June 03, 2014 at 09:27 AM
Wow Welcome back for another year. Looking forward to your inspiration!
Posted by: linda ann murphy | June 03, 2014 at 09:48 AM
Everything is absolutely gorgeous! Thanks for sharing your beautiful work and the product list with each piece. I've added several things to my wish list :)
Posted by: Joanne Travis | June 03, 2014 at 09:50 AM
I am so happy to Srebrenica Annette back for another year. She makes the most beautiful layouts. Love the mini album tooband that student frame, terrific! Michelle t
Posted by: michelle t | June 03, 2014 at 10:07 AM
My favorite is the French Country Student Frame. The pencil box attached is such a great touch.
Posted by: Gail Gill | June 03, 2014 at 10:07 AM
Sorry my tablet made a typo. That is supposed to say "see Annette". Stupid auto type. Michelle t
Posted by: michelle t | June 03, 2014 at 10:09 AM
Love them all!
Posted by: Anne Schilling | June 03, 2014 at 10:17 AM
I love all your work Annette. All these projects are wonderful. My favorite is the 1st one using the Botanical Tea papers. Welcome back and I can't wait to see what your going to come up with next.
Posted by: Denise Sullivan | June 03, 2014 at 10:21 AM
Wonderful projects. Each provides a unique inspiration.
Posted by: Gwen Moss | June 03, 2014 at 10:26 AM
How does anyone choose a favorite among these projects? All of these are fun and creative. G45 papers make any project special.
Posted by: Alma J King | June 03, 2014 at 10:31 AM
Another year of Fab projects & inspiration! You are so lucky to do what you do as a career too... Tfs :)
Posted by: caroline | June 03, 2014 at 10:36 AM
Annette's videos are always quite interesting...pleasant voice, easy to hear and understand. Love her projects because they're just so much fun. Glad to see her back for another year! Sure would be nice to win that wonderful guy's paper collection!
Posted by: Martie Rollin | June 03, 2014 at 10:38 AM
Beautiful work It is hard choose a favorite
Posted by: Fran Schaak | June 03, 2014 at 10:39 AM
The altered chalkboard!!!! Love it!!!!
Posted by: Nicole | June 03, 2014 at 10:41 AM
All of them! To hard to just pick one!!
Posted by: D Idlet | June 03, 2014 at 11:00 AM
beautiful projects, love everyone
Posted by: Debbie Eslinger | June 03, 2014 at 11:02 AM
The tag album is so stinkin' cute...and fun! Love Annette's work!
Posted by: Susan Hirsch | June 03, 2014 at 11:07 AM