Cartwheels In My Mind: Artists Studio: Michelle Lanning.

There is so much about Michelle Lanning to love...her trendy style, beautiful smile, gorgeous artwork and friendly spirit. Every time I look at Michelle's artwork, I can't stop wondering "how did she think of that?" I just want to sit back and get into her brain and watch her create. Her attention to detail is astounding. Her layouts are mesmerizing, beautiful and keeps you wanting more. Michelle creates wonderful artwork within her small studio, which sits inside a closet, and is well organized with plenty of storage.

Michelle was kind enough to answer some of our questions about her favorite products and tools she keeps close at hand when she creates.

1. What is your scrapbook style?
I would say, detailed oriented. I love layers, embellishments, and always journal on my pages.

2. How do you find inspiration?
Definitely online. I love browsing through galleries. I also love looking through home design blogs as well as online stores like Anthropologie.

3. Favorite product?
This changes all the time for me. Right now I am loving doilies, coffee filters, and journaling spots.

4. Favorite storage solution?
I love my punch storage. I have so many but they are always organized.

5. Favorite tool(s)?
I love my Cutterbees and Paper Piercer. I never complete a layout without them.

6. Are you a daytime or nighttime scrapper?
Definitely nighttime. I have been known to stay up until the wee hours competing projects.

7. Who do you design for?
Crate Paper http://www.cratepaper.com/home.html
American Crafts http://www.americancrafts.com/
Shabby Chic Crafts http://www.shabbychiccrafts.com/
My Favorite Things http://www.mftstamps.com/

Despite the small space, Michelle's studio if packed full of storage inspiration. Let's take a look now at where the magic really happens.

Check out a favorite art piece Michelle recently created. You see what I mean by beautiful and how wonderful and intricate her layout is? I love how she layers and adds depth to her artwork. Makes you want to scrapbook, doesn't it? The photo of her daughter is Amazing; sweet smile and so pretty. I know she makes her mama proud!

No matter how big or small your art space is, you are bound to create something wonderful and inspiring. Thanks so much Michelle for sharing your art studio with us today.

To read more about Michelle's daily happenings and get inspired check out her blog http://www.michellelanning.com/ and her resume with the magazine info. http://www.michellelanning.com/p/thanks-for-visiting-my-scrapbook-resume.html

Digikit "Maddie Embellishments" by Erica Hernandez