About The Award

This year, in our inaugural Most Influential Scrapbooker Awards, Ella Publishing Co. set out to recognize those individuals who, in difficult economic times, have chosen to sustain the scrapbooking industry and keep the inspiration and innovation flowing.


A Most Influential Scrapbooker...

  • does an exceptional job motivating and empowering scrapbookers
  • inspires women to stay involved in preserving their memories
  • is dedicated to the growth of scrapbooking and storytelling
  • looks outside herself and supports others in the industry
  • leads and inspires in many different ways (from blogs to classes to product design)
  • is a true leader and has shown willingness to take risks
  • innovates to better serve her audience
  • shares of herself in a unique and inspiring way

  • Nominations are not based upon...

  • longevity in the industry; this award focuses solely on recent efforts and innovations
  • personal popularity, notoriety, beauty, or charm
  • parenting ability, number of children, or attractiveness of children :)
  • sheer design, writing, or photographic talent
  • adherence to current trends in scrapbooking
  • audience size or bank-account balance