Hi, I'm Melanie, a Canadian designer and mother of three. I started designing as a hobby for family and friends while on maternity leave from my law career several years ago, and have never looked back! I try to create pieces that are not only pretty to look at, but evoke emotion and/or thought. My work aspires to achieve that (im)perfect balance between whimsy and elegance. I am inspired every day by the beauty in our surroundings, and by my husband and three wonderful kids!
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Melanie Severin's art is inspired by a unique combination of rural and urban influences. She was born and resides near a small prairie town in Alberta, Canada. She also lived for several years near the downtown core of the vibrant, multicultural city of Edmonton.
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Thank you so much for choosing my artwork to display in your home. I hope you enjoy it out as much as I enjoyed creating it! Best Wishes, Melanie
Thank you for the helpful feedback on "Merry Modern," Melanie! I was sitting here questioning myself and whether or not it needs something else...so I appreciate it!
my two-year old liked that, too! :)
"done" (we need to be able to edit these comments!) and thank you for your kind comments on my design!
Gosh, it's a race, isn't it?? You think of an idea, and it's rush, rush b/c you want to get it in...I've been working on that all evening - even broke out the finger paints, thinking that would work (it did not). I hope mine isn't too boring. If you've already doen something, Melanie, of course you should submit it!
Melanie, THANK YOU for the kind note. You are always so supportive, your comments always make my day.
Tx Melanie.. You have beautiful designs as well.. Love your light and pretty style.. :D
Thank You!!
Hey Melanie! You just left me such a nice comment on my "pieces of earth". I'm not 100% sold on the fonts. What do you think...do you mind looking again for me?? I value your opinion. Thanks!
Congrats on you win!! Love it and great to see you as the featured designer :) Happy Easter!!!
Thanks so much for your nice note, Melanie! :)
Thanks Melanie!! And congrats on both your wins and your editors pick! I especially liked your Heritage Stream print. :)
yes, our minds are great! ;)
Hi Melanie, I just wanted to tell you that I was just informed that a design recently submitted to the Deck the Halls challenge is very similar to a design you created, which is already being sold on Minted. I just wanted to say that I had no idea this was the case before I submitted by design. I hope you do not think I was copying you, because I swear this is not the case. I will take my design down ASAP and try to rework my concept a little, then resubmit it with a new look. Sorry for the mishap. I truly did not mean to offend you. If I have, my apologies.
yay - you are the featured Mintie on the home page!!!
Thanks for your kind comments, Melanie! Your help on the picked design was invaluable and much appreciated! I am very excited and motivated to do more. Back to Christmas!
Thank you so much for sharing your opinion, Melanie. I'm very glad.
What a nice compliment, Melanie - thanks! You are such an amazing designer, I really value your opinion. Thanks for making my evening! :) Your Formal Attire is simply gorgeous - I'm sure it'a a winner! Now, if only I could be finished voting...
Thanks so much, Melanie - your work is amazing so that means a lot : )
And congrats on your wins too Melanie. Your work is always so good. Way fun isn't it?
Congrats on your wins! Beautiful work!
I was remiss in not extending good luck wishes to you, as well, Melanie - but with designs like Galactica and those great dragonflies and ladybugs, you hardly need luck! :)
You're so sweet, Melanie - thanks for your note! :)
Thank you Melanie! Congrats to you as well on your beautiful winning designs! I was so excited to find out that I had a 'winner'! :)
Hey, Melanie! Congrats on your wins and Pick tonight! Bonjour is one of my favorites!
Hi Melanie, I appreciate your kind words on my baby shower invitation submission. Minted is a new thing for me, so any feedback I receive is so helpful! :-)
Hey, thanks for your compliment on my baby shower entry. It means so much that you recognize my attempts at getting "out of the box!"
Hi Melanie- I changed the color on my queen design. Let me know what you think. Thanks! Rachel
Sure - I hope the flag looks good...well, of course it will because YOU are doing it! ;-)
Hi Melanie.. Glad that it safely arrived canada! And happy that you like it too.. see you next holiday :D
Hi Melanie.. Thanks so much for your Input on my " watch over me " design..! I really like the changes, think you will like it too.. Your suggestions means allot, I like your fresh approach and good eye for awesome designs.. Thanks again.. :)
Hey Melanie! Thanks for the sweet comments and awesome room image for my one design!! Love that ; ) Go check out my "hey neighbor" design - I think you'll like the change! And thank you also for your thoughtful e-mail - I never finished writing back, so I'll send that soon : )
Hi Melanie, Just getting back from holidays and saw your comment :) Thanks for the warm welcome...loved hearing from a fellow Canadian - especially one with fantastic designs!
Always love it when you weigh in on my designs. So good to see your work back on the boards. Lots of good ones as usual. Thanks again.
Thanks Melanie! It's great to see you back. I love Bonjour! I just switched to a colour for Organic Bead - if you get a chance could you take a second look and let me know what you think?
Thanks Melanie for your sweet comment on Chocolate Truffles - I was starting to think Turkish Delight was too unusual!
Thanks Melanie!
Hi Melanie-Thanks so much for your feeback on Old Suzani. If you get a chance, I would love to know your thoughts on the revised version. I definitely think the bolder font is better and I added a little more aging. Really appreciate your feedback :)
Love your new profile pic, Melanie :)
Thanks so much also Melanie for the Holiday Card you sent, lovely and pretty card, you have a wonderful family.
Hi Melanie! Thanks so much for the great comment and help. God bless always!
Love your new photo... you look stunning!
Just wanted to say I L-O-V-E your new photo! :)
Love that one, too! And, thanks for your comment on mine - I just don't have any current ones I like. :)
Love your new profile pic, Melanie! I've noticed lots of changed pics lately - must be the new year!
That's great news. :) I've been busy too, mostly with my baby. We should definitely have a Mini Mintie Meet-up next time you're in Calgary. Talk soon. :)
Hi Melanie, I miss seeing your beautiful work. Hope you're well. :)
Thanks for the welcome Melanie! Your designs are all so beautiful. I'm really loving being a part of the minted community, so inspiring! Best of luck!
Thank you Melanie for your beautiful holiday card and hilarious other holiday card! I know I'm a bit late, but happy 2012!
Building a new house is a pretty good excuse, I suppose... :) Thanks for your comment on Merge Ahead - I'll keep my fingers crossed for that one! Hope to see more designs from ya, soon. Good luck with all the new house decisions!
Minted customers need Moving and Graduation Announcements by Melanie...missing your great designs
Hiya Melanie! Sorry this is so belated! I just wanted to thank you for your beautiful + hilarious holiday cards! So creative of you - definitely made me laugh! You have such an adorable family! I hope you all had a wonderful holiday season filled joy + laughter, and I pray your New Year brings you much happiness + success!! I hope, one day, I get to meet you in person, but until then, it's been great getting to know you here at Minted. Take care, and God bless!! And happy designing!!! :)
Happy New Year, Melanie! Love your cards and meeting your beautiful family, and the warning note was great fun! :)
Thanks for your note, Melanie. And, BTW, your "real" card and family photo are beautiful - love that "joy!" Wishing much success in 2012!
Thanks so much for the sweet note, Melanie, especially the part about my daughter! Of all the creations that I am a part of she is the one that I'm most proud of. I hope you and your family had a wonderful holiday season, too, and are doing well all in all. :o)
Hey Melanie, I meant to write long ago, but your card(s) were so creative and funny!! You put so much time into them. I'm such a loser, but I will be sending out V-day cards with my Christmas cards. Hope you have a great 2012 and I'll be looking forward to seeing what stellar designs you come up with! : )
Hi Melanie-Just got your card yesterday. How fun and creative! You have a beautiful family. Happy New Year to all you!!
Melanie, LOVED your card! It gave me a good laugh. Thanks for sending along!
Got your card today, Melanie - LOVE your sense of humor!!! :-) And your card(s) were nice, too!
Hi Melanie! I got your holiday card yesterday, and can I just say that I love the little addendum to your card! It definitely put a smile on my face. :o)
Melanie, Thank you so much! You are truly an amazing designer, and at the rate you are winning designs, you'll surpass me in no time : ) I hope I can meet you in person one day - Maybe at the National Stationary Show?!
Thanks Melanie! :)
Thank you so much, Melanie. You're so nice - it means a lot to me. I still can't believe it... ha
melanie, thank you for the super sweet congrats on fiesta folk art! spotted your (truly) clever clues tag called out in the previous blog post, so well deserved!
Thank you so much, Melanie -- I'm absolutely thrilled! And I love your work as well!
Congrats on your win Melanie! Your designs are quite beautiful.
Thank you so much for the congrats! and a BIG congrats to you too! Just look at all the designs you have for sale and for good reason, you are a fabulous designer. looking forward to following you on minted! ^_^
Congrats on 2nd place! Loved your very clever and unique tag design.
Thank you so much for your kind comment, congratulations on your second place win, I am a big fan of yours!
Thanks, Melanie! It's such a nice break to design just for fun. :)
Thanks so much, Melanie! Congrats to you, too, on your win + editor's picks! Really awesome designs!! :)
Congrats on your Christmas tag win! I love the design...so cute and clever!
Congrats, congrats!!!!
Waiting on pins and needles...
Really? Good gosh. I'm gobsmacked!
Melanie...Many thanks for the comment on Modern Pop Art. This community has really been so kind to me and I appreciate it so. I really admire your work and can see why you have achieved so many awards in such a short period of time. Being surrounded by such amazing talent is what this is all about!! Thanks again for stopping by!!
Thanks, Melanie! I've been eyeballing the design challenges for a while but haven't taken the time to submit anything until now...I think it will be a fun creative outlet! I love your designs as well!
Thank you for your note, Melanie!
Ah, thanks so much Melanie! I'm definitely more in my element with children's designs, so thanks for the compliment!! As I'm writing this I'm adoring your huge collection of holiday cards for sale. I see the Star program in your future!! : )
You're on a roll, Melanie! Congrats on all your picks!
Melanie, Love the variety in your work. Best of luck in the design Challenge!
Melanie, thank you for the super sweet comment! You totally made my day! Btw, I hope you know the feeling is mutual :)))
Thanks, Melanie! Congrats to you too! Loved your "Seasons" design.
thank you melanie for the welcome and encouragement, we really appreciate it!
thanks for the congrats, melanie! and congrats to you too! your cards look AWESOME! i'm loving your wedding designs so far as well!
Melanie ! I realized that I didn´t congrat you here for your double win ! My god ! This is huge ! IAnd something tells me that it is only the beginning.... Can´t wait to see what you will come up with !
hi melanie! you are so sweet -- thx a mill for your congrats on holiday! congrats on arbor peace and be light!! love your work :) so happy to realize you're on tumblr too, yay!!
Melanie, thank you for your sweet comments.. Big congratz on u too! Way to go for nailing double spots there.. :D Your style is certainly gorgeous and beautiful.
thank you, melanie! that means so much to hear. and congratulations to you on your two wins!!
You are too sweet Melanie! I didn't even know I had an award until seeing your note. I always look forward to seeing your submissions and feel honored that such a talented designer liked my work :)
Thanks for your sweet congrats - you are always so sweet and supportive. Congrats to you as well on your double wins. I especially love your 'Patriotic Holiday' card - but all your cards are gorg!
Thanks so much Melanie! Congrats. to you too on your double win! I think you have many more hits to come!
Congrats Melanie on all your amazing wins!!! I haven't been able to comment as much lately as I like...but I just adore your work. CONGRATS!
congratulation girl on your 2 holiday wins! very nice work :)
Thanks for your suggestions on Hearts and Spades. I made a change and I love the result!
Thanks so much Melanie! A big congrats to you as well, your designs are just gorgeous!
Thanks so much Melanie! And serious congrats to you - 2 winners! so great, they are really lovely designs!
Congratulations! All of your designs are delightful.
Yay! Congratulations on your double win, Melanie! Really beautiful designs - so happy for you! :)
Congrats to you too Melanie! On your awesome double win:)
Thanks Melanie. Big congrats to you as well!
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