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Susan Brown

based in Menomonie, WI, US.

  • 246 awards won
  • 2931 comments made
  • 123410 votes cast

Awards

  • winner 22
  • editor pick 224

About Susan Brown

I live on a lake in Wisconsin and amidst some of the tidiest farmland in America. The dominant Scandinavian and German cultures are a constant influence. And plenty of Irish to keep it all fun.

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Claudia Orengo on Sep 14 2023
Claudia Orengo
  • Minted Feb 11, 2016

thank you so much for your beautiful comment, Susan! I am over the moon - I can't believe it!!! xoxo

Kate Ross on Sep 12 2023
Kate Ross
  • Minted May 6, 2013

Oh Susan Brown, you're one of my favorite Minties. I have a photo of us that pops up my alexa show all the time. Sending you big hugs!! I missed camp this past month but I hope to reconnect on the next one. Maybe it will be in the midwest!! xoxo

AK Graphics on Aug 27 2023
AK Graphics
  • Minted Sep 20, 2010

Susan!! Thank you for your sweet note; missed you so much at Camp! Hopefully next year - cheers!! xo

Jennifer Holbrook on Mar 07 2023
Jennifer Holbrook
  • Minted May 7, 2017

Hi Susan, thanks so much for your sweet comment! I appreciate it. I hope you're doing well.

Chris Griffith on Jul 02 2022
Chris Griffith
  • Minted Aug 27, 2011

Hi Susan, thanks for the nice note! Not sure if I am going to Camp Minted this year. Travel is so crazy right now. I will know in the next month or so. I feel like I know you too! xoxo

Kimberly Morgan on Jun 25 2022
Kimberly Morgan
  • Minted Aug 2, 2009

Glad to help - it's so easy to do with multiple contest going on! As for Camp Minted, Karen is not going to make it. I'm still a "maybe", but goodness, life keeps getting more and. more expensive, doesn't it?

Kimberly Morgan on Jun 25 2022
Kimberly Morgan
  • Minted Aug 2, 2009

A friendly heads-up. It looks like you may have entered your lovely design "In Tiers" into the greeting card competition by mistake.

Chris Griffith on Oct 11 2021
Chris Griffith
  • Minted Aug 27, 2011

Susan thank you so much! Hope you are doing well. Chris

Dawn Pope on Sep 11 2021
Dawn Pope
  • Minted Jul 16, 2020

Thank you for the like on my classroom Valentine hole punch submission. I appreciate the encouragement.

AK Graphics on Apr 23 2021
AK Graphics
  • Minted Sep 20, 2010

I can't thank you enough for the sweet note you left on my greeting card design. Seriously, I started to tear up... I look up to you so much; your kind words truly mean the world to me. xo ~ Allison

Kamala Nahas on Jan 31 2021
Kamala Nahas
  • Minted Oct 30, 2011

Thank you for your kind words—glad that my words resonate with you.

Chris Griffith on Oct 08 2020
Chris Griffith
  • Minted Aug 27, 2011

So good to hear from you! Hope you are well and keeping healthy. Thank you for the very nice sentiment and I am so appreciative of your support. Chris

Kimberly Morgan on Sep 25 2020
Kimberly Morgan
  • Minted Aug 2, 2009

Susan, you are always so kind and supportive. Thank you very much, and congrats on all your lovely picks!

Angela Garrick on Sep 24 2020
Angela Garrick
  • Minted Jun 28, 2015

Hi Sue, loving your save the date entries. Hope you are doing well!

Shiv Creativity on Jun 29 2020
Shiv Creativity
  • Minted Apr 16, 2018

Hi Susan, thank you for like on my Christmas card Challenge Submissions . Much appreciated . I love your style and wish you all the best with all the challenges.regards Vijayeta

Nazia Hyder on Jun 29 2020
Nazia Hyder
  • Minted May 8, 2012

Gosh Susan, thank you so much for your love on my Holiday work! It means a lot, always such a fan of your work! I hope you and your family keeping well in these not-so-okay times... Much love <3

Creo Study on Jun 27 2020
Creo Study
  • Minted Jul 13, 2015

Hi Susan, feeling very humbled to get such a sweet message from you on my profile. I've always looked upto you and this means the world to me :) Lots of happy sales and wins for you too xx

Neeta Sawhney on Jun 22 2020
Neeta Sawhney
  • Minted Dec 4, 2011

hi there Susan thanks so much for the fun and very stylish cards you have made it is such a bright spot in my day love to you

Zhay Smith on Jun 15 2020
Zhay Smith
  • Minted Dec 12, 2015

Thanks, Susan! I appreciate the like on my design entry "Noel Geometric". I love your illustration work. All the best in the challenges:)

Phrosné on Dec 10 2019
Phrosné
  • Minted Jul 11, 2012

The most gracious lady of them all! thank you for stopping by and leaving a message. Pxxx

Orasie on Oct 06 2019
Orasie
  • Minted Nov 30, 2016

Hi Susan, thank you so much for your like on my "Little Valentine Cutie"! Best wishes to you!

Jennifer Holbrook on Oct 04 2019
Jennifer Holbrook
  • Minted May 7, 2017

Hi Susan, thank you for your like on "Happy Dragon-tine's Day". Your valentines are adorable. All the best.

Debb W on Aug 27 2019
Debb W
  • Minted Jul 14, 2011

HI Susan! Thank you so much for thinking of me, that warmed my heart... no, did not make it to CM. Maybe next year! Hope you enjoyed yourself!! <3

Rebecca Durflinger on Aug 11 2019
Rebecca Durflinger
  • Minted Nov 12, 2011

Hi Susan! Awe, I was so glad to meet you at camp this year too! I feel so bad we didn’t have time to sit and chat, but sure hope we get to next year! Good luck as well in the Save the Date challenge, I can’t wait to see what you design, always so clever!

Paula Pecevich on Aug 03 2019
Paula Pecevich
  • Minted Sep 13, 2016

Sue! Thank you for your sweet note! I can't even begin to tell you how much I enjoyed spending time with you at Camp Minted! I'm so sorry I didn't see you Tuesday night to say good bye but I have a strong feeling we will be seeing each other again. I had a 7a flight home on Wednesday. I wish you the best of luck as well on the upcoming challenges. You are such an inspiration. xx

Karen Glenn on Jul 20 2019
Karen Glenn
  • Minted Jul 19, 2009

Thanks for note, Susan! I am a big fan of your work :) It was lovely to meet you at Camp Minted last year. I wish wish wish I could go again this year, but I had a wedding and a big trip that took priority. Fingers crossed for next year.

Jennifer Holbrook on Jun 13 2019
Jennifer Holbrook
  • Minted May 7, 2017

Hi Susan, thank you for your like on "Hummingbird"! I adore your "Santa Suit" card. It's delightful, especially with the reindeer sticking its face out of the sleigh. Best wishes.

Ana Sharpe on Jun 11 2019
Ana Sharpe
  • Minted Sep 26, 2013

Hi Susan! Thank you for liking Sip & Flourishes.. You made my day! :)

Patricia Bacchus on May 07 2019
Patricia Bacchus
  • Minted Jan 1, 2018

Hi Susan! Thank you for the like :)))

Creo Study on May 04 2019
Creo Study
  • Minted Jul 13, 2015

Totally enjoying your holiday designs! I can see they were well thought of and greatly executed : ) thanks for your sweet comment xx

Dawn Jasper on Apr 20 2019
Dawn Jasper
  • Minted Jan 16, 2010

Bug me any time! Hope to see you in Vegas too. I’ll definitely be there!

Laura Condouris on Apr 19 2019
Laura Condouris
  • Minted Sep 20, 2009

Hi, Susan! Thank you for your kind note. You're speaking my language: going through so many iterations of a design that you lose all perspective (and see it when you close your eyes, haha). Good luck with the holiday challenges, and congrats on another year of earning Magenta status! ~Laura

AlisonJerry on Apr 19 2019
AlisonJerry
  • Minted Jun 1, 2014

Hi!!!! Just saw your message.Thanks for the congrats! Yes I will be in Vegas for sure. See you there! A

Anna Ducos on Mar 28 2019
Anna Ducos
  • Minted Jan 11, 2019

Thanks so much for your comment Susan. I love your work. Your “head in the clouds” design is one of my favorites. Best of luck to you as well!

Kasia Labocki on Mar 27 2019
Kasia Labocki
  • Minted Nov 1, 2016

Susan, thanks so much for your kind comment on my Valentine's Day card - made my day :)

Gia Graham on Mar 27 2019
Gia Graham
  • Minted Mar 15, 2019

Thank you so much for your welcome note and kind comment Susan! :)

Julie Hebert on Mar 27 2019
Julie Hebert
  • Minted Dec 15, 2014

Thanks so much Sue, for your comment on my 'So Matcha' card. I hope spring has finally come to Wisconsin!

Chris Griffith on Mar 05 2019
Chris Griffith
  • Minted Aug 27, 2011

Susan that was the nicest compliment ever. Thank you and congrats to you too. I hope you are in Florida soaking up some nice weather. xoxo

Nikita Jariwala on Feb 26 2019
Nikita Jariwala
  • Minted Oct 19, 2017

Thank you so much for the support. I'm feeling so good that such a experienced artist liked my work. You made my day. :) your work is amazing. Wish you all the best with your amazing entries!!

Leah Bisch on Feb 14 2019
Leah Bisch
  • Minted Mar 4, 2014

Aw thank you Susan! The feeling is mutual! Your wedding entries are beautiful. Best of luck!

Jackie Crawford on Feb 02 2019
Jackie Crawford
  • Minted Nov 10, 2011

Hi Susan, thanks so much for your kind words on my wedding entry. I tried so much harder on this challenge more than any other challenge, and your comment gave me a boost of encouragement and made my day!! You're the best! Hope you are defrosting this weekend and everything was ok for you during the polar vortex. Best, Jackie

amanda lawrence on Jan 31 2019
amanda lawrence
  • Minted Jan 13, 2013

Hi - many thanks for your like and support and best wishes and luck in the challenge - Amandaxx

amanda lawrence on Dec 27 2018
amanda lawrence
  • Minted Jan 13, 2013

Hi Susan - many thanks for all your likes and very best wishes for a happy new year - Amanda xx

Jennifer Holbrook on Dec 05 2018
Jennifer Holbrook
  • Minted May 7, 2017

Hi Susan, thanks so much for your like on "Birthday Bus"! I love your wonderful entries. All the best to you.

Erin L. Wilson on Dec 05 2018
Erin L. Wilson
  • Minted Mar 27, 2014

Wow, Sue, that is really kind. Thank you. I had to miss my grandma's funeral, which was really sad, but my husband had to leave town and we couldn't afford for me and 3 kids to fly across the country to the funeral. But I am alright nonetheless. It's better now that it's over and I don't have to wish I could go so much! And that design is really striking! Hope it (and your others) do really well for you! Thanks again for your kindness. That was really so sweet.

Angela Garrick on Nov 27 2018
Angela Garrick
  • Minted Jun 28, 2015

Another one!! Out of the box award sue!! Congrats :)

Angela Garrick on Nov 09 2018
Angela Garrick
  • Minted Jun 28, 2015

Congrats on your greeting card special prize!

Rebecca Durflinger on Oct 14 2018
Rebecca Durflinger
  • Minted Nov 12, 2011

Hi Susan! Thank you for the message. Big Congratulations to you on your recent win milestone! - 205 wins! - Just awesome! I love your recent greeting card wins, and am a big fan of "Iconic Image". It is such a great idea, and very well done. :) . I hope you have many many sales this season!

Angela Garrick on Oct 14 2018
Angela Garrick
  • Minted Jun 28, 2015

Happy Belated 200 wins Sue!! Thanks for the sweet message on my page :) Miss you too! PS. I missed your santa is so last year entry, too clever!

merry mack creative on Oct 13 2018
merry mack creative
  • Minted May 27, 2014

Congrats on your greeting card wins, Sue!! It was fun working together on that challenge. :)

Petra Kern on Oct 06 2018
Petra Kern
  • Minted Mar 7, 2013

Hi Susan, a little delayed congrats on 200 milestone!!! So very well deserved. I love your thoughtful designs! Best of luck.

Jen Banks on Sep 20 2018
Jen Banks
  • Minted Apr 25, 2017

Congratulations on 200, Susan!

Sara Hicks Malone on Sep 03 2018
Sara Hicks Malone
  • Minted Sep 18, 2011

Sue- I'm sorry for the delay in responding! I had to look hard, really hard for the design you were referring to. I vaguely see what you're talking about but nothing to worry about here! I usually hide most of my designs most of the time in large part because it stresses me out to worry about overlap with others! I hope you did not consider mine too close to yours? Regardless, love your entries for save the dates and best of luck! xoxo

Patricia Robitaille on Aug 29 2018
Patricia Robitaille
  • Minted Aug 7, 2015

Thank you so much for the like on my design for the nursery challenge I went to your page and love your designs

Jennifer Wick on Aug 28 2018
Jennifer Wick
  • Minted Sep 2, 2010

Susan, your kind words mean more to me than you'll ever know - thank you SOOO much for leaving such a thoughtful message! If anything, I find myself being in awe of your designs, always being on the forefront of new styles and trends. I will treasure your words - thank you, Susan!!

amanda lawrence on Aug 26 2018
amanda lawrence
  • Minted Jan 13, 2013

Hi Susan - thank you so much for your likes and support and good luck in these challenges - your designs are lovely - Amanda

Lea Delaveris on Aug 22 2018
Lea Delaveris
  • Minted Jun 17, 2010

Thank you!! I totally see it now. It's like the top mimics the bottom almost. A little too cutesy for me. I'm going to go with that photo since it was the clear winner, but darken the sky so it works better.

Lea Delaveris on Aug 22 2018
Lea Delaveris
  • Minted Jun 17, 2010

Thanks for your comment, Sue! But I'm not sure which photo you meant! I could tinker to make sure it doesn't create a bad shape at the top.

frau brandt on Aug 21 2018
frau brandt
  • Minted Sep 19, 2015

Thank you so much, Susan, for the encouraging likes. I learn so much through this community and the positive support.

lena barakat on Aug 20 2018
lena barakat
  • Minted Jun 29, 2010

Would love that, Susan! I enjoyed what little time we had together and hope to see you again soon - you are just so lovely!

Lulaloo on Aug 20 2018
Lulaloo
  • Minted Jun 1, 2012

Hi Susan! Thank you so much for your comment! I really appreciate and cherish your comment. I have the same feeling, either I go for the dramatic blue or play it safer with the white background.

Stacey Meacham on Aug 17 2018
Stacey Meacham
  • Minted Sep 3, 2011

Thanks so much for your input Sue. It was so lovely to finally meet you face to face and chit chat like old friends in Vegas!!

Monica Schafer on Aug 15 2018
Monica Schafer
  • Minted Oct 25, 2010

Thanks Susan! Happy to be back and always love to see your work! :)

frau brandt on Aug 14 2018
frau brandt
  • Minted Sep 19, 2015

Thank you so much Susan, for taking the time to comment on my design. You are an inspiration and yes, I had to deny myself to take a picture and put myself out into the world.

Jan Shepherd on Aug 13 2018
Jan Shepherd
  • Minted Jul 5, 2014

Hi Susan thanks for taking the time to feed back on Delicate and Leafy - I really appreciate it and good luck with yours too :)

Lea Delaveris on Aug 12 2018
Lea Delaveris
  • Minted Jun 17, 2010

Sue, you are the absolute best. You always know just want to say to make me feel like a million bucks haha! I'm such a fan of your work and of YOU. It was great to get to see you again!

amanda lawrence on Jul 31 2018
amanda lawrence
  • Minted Jan 13, 2013

Hi Susan - many thanks for your like on "stars" and "rainbow" - it's truly appreciated - best wishes - Amanda

Gwen Bedat on Jul 20 2018
Gwen Bedat
  • Minted Sep 1, 2014

Hi Susan, I saw your NY card today too, and thought how clever it was to include Christmas into the mix! I love your card! (and OF COURSE I have no problem with it!!!) What can I say? Great minds think alike ;-) See you in a few weeks in Vegas?

Everett Paper Goods on Jul 01 2018
Everett Paper Goods
  • Minted Jun 8, 2016

Thanks for liking my baby shower entries and your nice comment, Susan :) Congratulations on your wins - I'm especially fond of bold basics! x

frau brandt on May 30 2018
frau brandt
  • Minted Sep 19, 2015

Thank you Susan, for the like on "Colors of Christmas". Love your new home card. All the best.

Liz Conley on May 30 2018
Liz Conley
  • Minted Dec 28, 2012

I just saw the comment you left on my profile Sue! I *loved* chatting with you too. Here's to many holidays wins for us both!! Hope to get another chance to hang out.

Yeah Papers on May 22 2018
Yeah Papers
  • Minted Mar 17, 2012

So nice meeting you today!

Eric Clegg on May 16 2018
Eric Clegg
  • Minted May 4, 2014

Thanks for the comment Susan. I sure struggled with holiday cards in general this year so your words were a boost! I think I saw your name on the rsvp list for the MYK breakfast at NSS? I'm attending this year (for my day job) so it will be nice meeting everyone in person.

Benita Crandall on May 07 2018
Benita Crandall
  • Minted Jan 7, 2016

Thank you so much Susan for the like of my design Joyful Baby! Your designs are always a wonderful inspiration!

Michelle Poe on Apr 22 2018
Michelle Poe
  • Minted Jan 6, 2009

Hi Susan, Thanks so much for your note a few weeks ago. It's always nice to hear from you and especially to hear some words of encouragement. Your holiday submissions look fantastic!!! Thanks for being such a kind, friendly mintie always. Take Care! Michelle

Nazia Hyder on Apr 16 2018
Nazia Hyder
  • Minted May 8, 2012

Thankyou for your prompt feedback, always appreciate it! These designs were produced at 3:00 a.m,hence when fellow Minties pointed out,I'm tweaking them now. Haha!

Jan Shepherd on Apr 16 2018
Jan Shepherd
  • Minted Jul 5, 2014

Hi Susan thanks for your input on my leafy antlers poll!

peetie design on Apr 12 2018
peetie design
  • Minted Nov 27, 2011

Susan, thank you so much for the kind words. I am looking forward to seeing you at NSS as well this year! x

frau brandt on Apr 10 2018
frau brandt
  • Minted Sep 19, 2015

Thank you for the like on "Floral Christmas". So great to wake up (9 h time difference to CA) and see likes on my design and that it was picked. Happy.

Phrosné on Apr 09 2018
Phrosné
  • Minted Jul 11, 2012

Hahaha!!! Thanks for the giggle <3

Debb W on Apr 03 2018
Debb W
  • Minted Jul 14, 2011

You're awesome! I appreciate you taking the time to give insightful feedback. It is always helpful and valued, Susan! :)

frau brandt on Mar 22 2018
frau brandt
  • Minted Sep 19, 2015

Thank you, Susan, for the like on "Cell love". I like the card mostly because of the great copy. It was a new experience to design something with a given copy.

Nazia Hyder on Mar 20 2018
Nazia Hyder
  • Minted May 8, 2012

Thankyou Susan for your prompt feedback on my color poll for my Scrabble Due Date design, I know what you mean,I wanted it simple b/w but the color lover in me was itching to use some bold/contrasting colors... haha! I love your entries!

Jen Banks on Mar 19 2018
Jen Banks
  • Minted Apr 25, 2017

Thank you so much for your message, Susan! Really loving your new three flower entry, so sweet and beautiful. You do wonderful work! I am very much hoping to become a Minted designer soon so have been working very hard on my entries, means a lot to hear you like them! Best of luck to you!

Gwen Bedat on Mar 15 2018
Gwen Bedat
  • Minted Sep 1, 2014

Thank you so much for your message, Susan. Your always find words to brighten up my day.

Leah Ragain on Mar 14 2018
Leah Ragain
  • Minted Jun 8, 2015

Loving your Target submissions Sue, they are so good! Are you going to NSS this year, I'm planning on making the trip and it would be fun to see you again at one of the events!

AK Graphics on Mar 09 2018
AK Graphics
  • Minted Sep 20, 2010

Yes I am, would be so wonderful to see you! I sent you a friend request on Facebook - lets chat via message on there, and meet up if you end up going!

AK Graphics on Mar 09 2018
AK Graphics
  • Minted Sep 20, 2010

Ahh!! I think you are totally right about the foil!! Thank you for bringing it to my attention ~ xoxo

Shannon Hays on Mar 05 2018
Shannon Hays
  • Minted Jun 13, 2013

Susan! Did I ever respond to you about your comment from way back in the Valentine's compettion that you had family in Stratham?! I'm so sorry if I didn't!! Hope they liked it here. Portsmouth NH, down the road is my favorite. I've never been to Wisconsin... Cheers!

Beki Marquardt on Feb 23 2018
Beki Marquardt
  • Minted Feb 21, 2018

Hi Susan! You were right, definitely from Wisconsin! Originally, the northern part too. Hahah. Thank you for the warm welcome. Excited to be here!

Kristel on Feb 15 2018
Kristel
  • Minted Oct 21, 2014

Hi Susan! Thank you for your like on my "Hello Sweetie" entry. I'm honored. Best of luck! :)

Neeta Sawhney on Feb 12 2018
Neeta Sawhney
  • Minted Dec 4, 2011

thanks so much Susan it is so nice for you to always be in my corner it is so great to have such a nice compliment dear friend. It is so fun to keep on learning new things in class to try at minted thanks

Dawn Jasper on Feb 09 2018
Dawn Jasper
  • Minted Jan 16, 2010

aww thanks for your note! I'm pretty sure YOU are the sweetest :) Hope I get to see you at this year's nss!

Kate Ross on Feb 08 2018
Kate Ross
  • Minted May 6, 2013

Susan, my friend. I'm so glad I can remind you of your greatness. The bag is so lovely. Understated is often times more dramatic and impactful - for me anyway- so I love it. xoxo

Lehan Veenker on Jan 25 2018
Lehan Veenker
  • Minted Sep 20, 2010

Hi Susan! Thanks so much for the note! And no worries! I just looked at the designs that you mentioned (I actually had not seen yours until you mentioned it), and yes, they do use the same photos and have some similar design aspects, but I definitely didn't think they were the same/too similar. :) I think that student in the photos was one of the few that had a good serious of photos so it was bound to happen that the same photos were used. And as you had mentioned, I'm pretty sure I had mine hidden until the very end so I know any similarities would have been completely coincidental. :)

Kimberly Morgan on Dec 30 2017
Kimberly Morgan
  • Minted Aug 2, 2009

Congrats on our wedding wins, Susan! They are beautiful!

PrintHappy Designs on Nov 28 2017
PrintHappy Designs
  • Minted Apr 21, 2016

Hi Susan, Thanks so much for the like – very much appreciated! & I really admire your work!!

merry mack creative on Nov 10 2017
merry mack creative
  • Minted May 27, 2014

Thanks for your nice note, Sue! I miss being your Minted buddy! :)

AlisonJerry on Nov 09 2017
AlisonJerry
  • Minted Jun 1, 2014

Oh thank you Susan! Thats a big compliment all the way around! I actually have 4 wins.....so very excited and just thrilled. Thanks for thinking of me. Congrats on your win as well!!! All the best, Alison

Chris Griffith on Nov 06 2017
Chris Griffith
  • Minted Aug 27, 2011

Susan, thanks for the terrific comment. All the best to you.