I am SO happy to welcome back Mari Koegelenberg to The Digi Files again! It is always fun for me to watch a designer’s style evolve through the years. I have always loved Mari’s designs, but have found over the past year or so that I really can’t resist them. Chances are, if Mari has something new out, it will be added to my collection. I love her great use of color, patterns, doodles, type, and theming to create cohesive and fun collections! Let’s take a closer look at “Daydreamer” that is included in The Digi Files this month:
This is ONE of SEVEN collections you get when you become a member of The Digi Game this month. You also get an interactive Playbook (in PDF and iBooks formats) that has lots of ideas for using the supplies including techniques, tips, and tricks! All of that, including access to exclusive collaborations every four months you are a member, for only $7.50 total per month!
Here are some layouts created using Mari Koegelenberg ’s contribution:
Layout by Kimberly. Supplies: Daydreamer by Mari Koegelenberg ; Fonts: Another Typewriter.
Layout by Tara. Supplies: Daydreamer by Mari Koegelenberg .
Layout by Jacki. Supplies: Daydreamer by Mari Koegelenberg .
Layout by Katie. Supplies: Daydreamer by Mari Koegelenberg ; Apple Tree (template, modified) by Sara Gleason.
Layout by Kim. Supplies: Daydreamer by Mari Koegelenberg ; Template by Cathy Zielske; Font is DJB Mousekteer Kim.
You can see more layouts created with this kit on our “Team Inspiration” page.
I am a South African Expat living in California. I am blessed with 2 kids a loving husband and an amazing job. Design is my passion and my love. I feel so lucky to wake up each day and get to make pretty things.
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Project Life has appealed to me on so many levels and this year I decided to take the plunge. I am really loving the fact that I am documenting my families everyday moments. I have only been doing this for a few months and the satisfaction of viewing my pages completed is just the best thing ever. The kids are just as excited about this project and love to contribute. The sense of accomplishment really motivates me and ensures that this project will stay viable for a long time. If you do something for long enough it becomes a force of habit and I think you will agree this is a great habit to have. 
When my eldest was born in 2004 I wanted to document her everyday little moments and was very much intrigued with Scrapbooking. Digital Scrapbooking was just starting out and it was the perfect solution. As with most designers from that period you had to make a lot of stuff for yourself and well I started getting good at it and loved it too…lol. So I ventured into the world of designer-dom. It was such a proud moment when I was accepted as one of the new designers at Sweet Shoppe Designs and I am so excited and happy to start this new chapter.
As a converted paper scrapper I love using my computer to not only create Hybrid Products which can be found under my Cutting Files brand (also available at Sweet Shoppe Designs) but I also create Paper Products for My Minds Eye.
I love color…it speaks to me and has a very unique personality. Certain colors evoke certain feelings and moods. As a paper/hybrid scrapper I also get inspired by certain trends in the paper craft world and want to incorporate them into Digital Scrapbooking. I can use as an example my current love for Confetti and Subway Art.
Computer: I have a Mac OS X Lion, Memory: 4GB 1333 MHz RAM, 500 GB HD with 500GB EHD, 21.5′ Monitor, and daily/continous backup to Back Blaze.
Program: I mainly work in Photoshop CS 5 and Illustrator CS 5. Just a note when I upgraded my OS to Lion Photoshop started to behave erratically after a friend suggested I switch it from 64 bit to 32 bit the problem was solved.
Camera: I have a Nikon D40 with a Standard Lens and a 35mm Prime Lens. I also use my iPhone for everyday moments.
Anything Else: Wacom Bamboo Fun Touch Tablet, Silhouette SD Digital Die-Cutting Machine, Epson Workforce NX415 Printer and Epson Scanner V300.
I love to scrap with Smart Objects. Especially when you love to resize things on your layout (at least down and not up…not recommended!). You will not lose detail and sharpness and can always reset to the original size, which is great for photos. You can also apply certain filters non-destructively.
Hello Sunshine just represents Summer to me. It all started with the Colors…they were so fun and bright and I loved the bright cheery yellow in the palette. It is packed with fun elements and patterned papers.
My vision for Thrifty Finds was a kit that could be used over and over again for almost any type of page…hence the name. It has a vintage flair with beautiful floral motifs and everyday basic patterns.
Here are some of my favorite products by Mari Koegelenberg :
Here are some more inspirational layouts using Mari Koegelenberg ’s products. All of the layouts are linked to the originals with credits.
Save 30% offMari Koegelenberg’s store now through 05/01/2012 with coupon code daydreamer30off.
Go have a look in Mari Koegelenberg’s store! We will randomly select a winner from the comments to win $10.00 in product from her store! (Comments must be posted before midnight EST to qualify)!
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I agree, Mari’s designs are happy treat to the eye! Thanks Mari!
I’m just embarking into digi scrapping and love Mari’s work! She is obviously super-talented, and her designs are so classy. I particularly like Thrifty Finds!
I must admit – pink cheeked and all – that Mari is at the top of my list of mostest beloved designers…. Fabulous eye for color and cohesiveness without being all matchy matchy. I love her stuff and was so happy to see her in this months fab lineup!
What stunning kits! Thanks for the chance! Someone is gonna be one lucky scrapper!
Yay, I love Mari’s designs! Loved getting to “know” her a little bit more too.
Gorgeous products, and I do love that Thrifty Finds kit, which looks so versatile!
What a wonderful interview. I always love seeing new designers to me and visiting stores. This will definitely be a favourite!
I love Mari’s products! The colours are always super inspiring to me, and very versitile and usable! I love the word art in the digifiles kit this month too, and the measuring tape paper!
Mari has gorgeous kits. I love them all. Thanks for the coupon.
I’m new fan of Mari’s since she joined the Sweet Shoppe, and I’m so glad she did!! I don’t know how I’ve done without her awesomeness! Be Happy is my newest fave kit, and I love her style
Love her kits – Thrifty Finds is really cool!
What a cute kit!! Hello Sunshine & Just My Type are definite “must haves” for me.
A Mother’s Love and Be Happy really need to become a part of my digi stash. Another new to me designer becoming a favorite…i can’t take any more favorite designers, there are so many already and I only have so much $$$…na, keep ‘em coming!
Love Mari’s kits (and paper lines!). Thanks for the coupon and chance to win!
Pinwheels, rulers in daydreamer are a nice touch. Will be fun to play with.
So happy to have you at SSD!
Loovvee Mari’s designs! Thanks for the chance!
I love her designs! I am so happy she has joined Sweet Shoppe as a designer! I have her Today Collection on my wish list.
I was just introduced to Mari when she became a designer at the Sweet Shoppe. I am loving her designs.
Awesome, awesome stuff!!! Thanks for the chance to win!
Mari’s designs are fun!
Its great to get to know more about Mari.
Awesome kit in this month’s collection!
I love Mari! She is one of my new fave designers!!!
Mari’s papers are so beautiful – especially those gorgeous flower patterns! Thanks for the chance!
I’ve just recently stumbled upon Mari’s designs (when she started selling at Sweet Shoppe Designs) & I’m totally smitten! Thanks for the chance to win!
Your kits are beautiful, Mari. Thanks for the chance.
Mari is one of my favourite designers! Thank you so much for showcasing two of my layouts here ?
Thanks for the coupon, love Mari’s stuff
I LOVE IT ALL!
I’ll be using the coupon for SURE! I love love Freshly Picked so that will be the first one in my cart! Thanks for the chance to win!!
Thanks for introducing me to Mari and her lovely and fun designs. I love, love, love her Thrifty Finds. Thanks so much for the chance to win.
Thanks for the chance, (other) Mari!
I’ve been enjoying seeing Mari’s kits at the Sweet Shoppe. I’ll definitely be using that coupon!
I’m just getting to know Mari’s designs and I like what I see. Thanks for the coupon and the chance to win.
I might just have to splurge on Today- The Collection…so that $10 sure would come in handy! Love the contribution to this months Digi Files!!
I totally heart Mari’s work! She is fantastic – I was SO excited when she joined SSD! Thank you so much for the chance!!
Mari is one of my new favorite designers! I wishlist everything she makes. Great spotlight.
Hello sunshine is wonderful. Thanks for the Great kit Mari.
I love Bee Happy and Today Journaling Cards – amongst many others. Thanks for this month’s kit as well and for the opportunity.
Love Love Love! Amazing kits! Thanks so much for the chance to win!
Mari’s kits are so pretty! Love the colors in the Day Dreamer kit. Thanks for the great coupon and the chance to win!
Love ” A Mothers Love”… I a recent fan of orange colors. I have never liked them much my whole…long…. life… but my little grandson wears that color a lot, and I have come to see the vibrance and happiness in it… and that kit looks so cheerful and beautiful!
Love Mari’s kits! She has a lot of unique elements in her kits.
so much to fall in love with and desire to own. BE still my beating heart!
I love ALL of these kits! Thrifty Finds has always been one of my favorites!
I’m loving Freshly Picked (such cute papers) and the Today collection (perfect for Project Life)! Thanks for the chance!
Love the colors in the bee happy kit!
Love Mari’s designs! Thanks so much for the great coupon and the chance to win a GC.
I love Mari’s designs!! Her cutting files ROCK!
Just got some chicks for Easter and would love to start a project with “freshly picked”!
I have always loved her style and have quite a few of her products. Thanks for having her here this month!
nice to see you at SSD! love your today collection
All her kits are gorgeous but at the moment I’m especially loving Thrifty Finds!
Would love “Today Collections”
Mari has such sweet products and this kit is marvelous. thanks for the chance to get some goodies in her wonderful shop.
So many nifty products. Thrifty Finds is one of the top ones for me. Thanks for the chance to win.
I lurve Mari’s stuff so much!!! Thanks for the chance.
I loved the bright colors in Mari’s kit! From her shop, I loved Bee Happy, Hello Sunshine, and Thrifty Finds. Thanks for a chance to win!
Thank you for the coupon! Both Thrify Finds and Freshly Picked are fun and happy looking kits that I’d love to add to my stash! And Daydreamer has some great elements…the sample layouts are super! Thanks for the chance!
I would love to try out a kit of mari’s! thanks for the chance!
I love Mari’s kits!! I was so excited to see them in the digi files.
I love love LOVE Mari’s designs! I’ve loved them since I first stumbled upon some of her freebies awhile ago. I was THRILLED when I saw her in this month’s files. This is the one I’ve been waiting for…
Love this months kit! Got my eye on the “Today Collection”.
I’ve been drooling over Freshly Picked for quite some time now!
Thanks so much for introducing Mari to me. I see what you mean, I need all of her stuff in my stash too! I’m in love with Hello Sunshine! I just love the bright spring colors. They make me happy.
So many beautiful products! I love her style and looking forward to seeing more from her
Ohh, I LOVE Mari! Fingers crossed!!
Mari’s products make me happy!