“ Memories are made when our wanderlust is unleashed. When we’re travelers. When we’re explorers. When you’re adventurers.” – Meik Wiking, The Art of Making Memories
Hi, my name is Frankie Barrett (she/her), and I am The Paper Trailblazer. I’m a free-spirit with a knack for adventure, knowledge, and creativity (INFP)!
When I’m not working, you can find me at the Barnes & Noble or exploring different pockets of the world, specifically the PNW as that’s where I currently reside.
I consider myself a serial hobbyist with many interests, including: camping, hiking, roadtripping, crafting, thrifting, mushroom foraging, cooking, reading, writing, and so forth.
With an extensive list of all (well…almost) my hobbies, I decided to capture my adventures and put them into a blog. I chose the scrapbooking aesthetic not only to emphasize my fondness for paper crafts but also to arrange and preserve my memories in a fun & creative way.
Let’s explore the world together thoughtfully, creatively, & freely & stay curious as we leap into the unknown.
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Travel: pack for your next big adventure
From roadtrips to international travel to just walking down the road to my favorite Portland coffee shop, I’ve got all the tips on where to go, what to see, and experiencing life to the fullest.
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Nature: dive into the wild unknown
I feel completely at peace when I’m embracing life in the great outdoors. Hiking, camping, kayaking, mushroom foraging. – you name it, and I’m there!!! ESPECIALLY if it involves a national park.
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Creations: thrifts, gifts, & yummy dishes
Nothing gets me more pumped than a creative project (or 10)! From diys to yummy recipes to paper crafts, I’m here to drop the links to all my favorite thrifts and inspire with whatever random ideas my brain conjures up.
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Wellness: healthy, wealthy, & wise
Look: I may not be perfect but health and wellness is of utmost importance to me. I can’t really do any of these hobbies without taking care of myself – mentally, physically, intellectually, spiritually, & financially. Let me help you find light and love holistically.