Kim Raphaeli began scrapbooking after the birth of her first child. She’s completed several books for him and his sister. She’s even started the baby’s book. (She’s only 5 years old!) Her favorite scrapbooking technique is paper piecing. Kim grew up in the south suburbs of Chicago and earned a degree from Columbia College in marketing and advertising. She previously owned her own meeting planning company. Now she puts that experience to good use planning our retreats! Besides scrapbooking, Kim loves golf, tennis and fitness. She also loves to travel.

Staci Kamp started scrapbooking when her youngest was 1 ½. She’s still trying to catch up and is generally at least two years behind in her scrapbooks. Her daughters are catching the cropping bug too! Staci loves to try all the different scrapbook supplies out there and can’t commit to a favorite. One of her favorite techniques is paper ripping. Staci grew up in the northern suburbs of Chicago and earned a degree in Hotel and Restaurant Administration from Cornell University. She also has a Master’s degree in Adult and Continuing Education from National Louis University. Besides scrapbooking, Staci’s hobbies include fitness, tennis and reading. She also loves to shop, even if it’s not for scrapbook supplies!

Carolyn Moore has been scrapbooking for 10 years. She started when her son was 4 months old. Since then she has completed hundreds of layouts of him and his little sister. She also created an amazing album for her grandmother’s 100th birthday! Her favorite materials to work with include fibers and tags. Carolyn grew up in the Toronto area of Canada, and we’re so glad she relocated to our neck of the woods! She attended University of Waterloo where she earned a degree in kinesiology. When she’s not busy scrapbooking, Carolyn enjoys running. In fact, she’s run in several marathons! Carolyn also makes amazing cakes, cookies and her infamous Rice Krispy treats!

Tammy Sautkus completed her very first scrapbook page at a Heart and Soul Memories, Inc. retreat and she’s been hooked ever since! She’s completed several wedding scrapbooks for relatives as well as a graduation album and sports album for her sons. She most enjoys scrapping pictures of her 3 children. Tammy’s favorite scrapbook materials include anything that’s quick and easy to use. Tammy grew up in the south suburbs of Chicago and recently graduated from the Wellness and Massage Training Institute! Besides scrapbooking, Tammy enjoys being a sports mom. She also loves a great night out with friends.