MAGGIE HOLMES Photography and Scrapbooking Blog

Scrapbooking: Pieces of Me Mini Album Class

One of the most common emails I receive lately is asking about my first online scrapbooking class called "Happy Little Moments" that was offered at Studio Calico and wondering if I will be doing another class anytime soon.

The answer is YES and it is available now! I have posted a lot about it on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter with some fun sneak peeks so you may already know about it. In case you don't, here are the details:

In this class you will be creating a (BIG) mini album that captures and celebrates what YOU are all about! The album is full of pockets, bags and envelopes which are perfect for storing little snippits of your daily life. Think receipts, notes, tags, to-do lists, etc. And then of course there are lots of spots for photos as well! You get step-by-step instructions to create the entire album AND also access to the videos that I recorded walking you through the whole book and showing you how to do some of the fun techniques in the album.

In addition to that, I have some super talented and inspiring contributors that created albums as well with the same theme and format in mind but with some very cool and unique twists. They will give you lots of ideas for modifying the album and putting your own spin on things!

You can get the full details and purchase a spot in the class here:

Pieces of Me Online Workshop

There is an exclusive class kit that I put together for you, in which you will receive every piece that I used in my album. There are lots of exclusives and little things in the kit that you can't find anywhere else. My favorite is the stamp set!!

You can see the entire list of contents and purchase the kit here:

Pieces of Me Class Kit

If you haven't already signed up, I hope you will join me!!! Class starts June 1st!!

P.S. The Big Picture Class GIVEAWAY is still open below so be sure to check it out!

Scrapbooking: Win a Spot in "Living the Dream" at Big Picture Classes

Those of us on the Dream Team at Creating Keepsakes have teamed up with Big Picture Classes to offer a fantastic 20-day workshop that will help you celebrate the ways you are living your dreams.

Here are some sneaks peeks at some of our layouts for the class. Mine is the one in the middle.

Here is some info from BPC's site about how the class works:

First you'll receive ten days of inspirational emails that will give you a photo prompt and a journaling prompt. This will help you really think about what your dreams are and wehre those dreams started. During the next ten days you'll receive a handout from each Dream Team teacher that will give you the instructions and inspiration to complete a layout that documents the different ways that you're living your dream.

By the end of the class you'll have completed TEN layouts all about the ways you are fulfilling your dreams right now!I can't wait to see what the other ladies have done!

If you would like to register for this online scrapbooking workshop, go here: LIVING THE DREAM at BPC. Be sure to check it out because there is a LOT to the workshop and it is only $20! 

GIVEAWAY INFO: I am giving away one free spot in the workshop and you can enter to win by commenting here on this blog post! For more chances to win, visit these blogs:

Mou Saha

Nicole Harper

I'll post the winner on June 5th, so be sure to check back. Please note that each person may only win one spot so if your name is chosen on more than one blog, another winner will be selected.

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Also remember that my EARLY BIRD discount for my online photography workshops is valid through May 31st, which means there are only a few more days to get $50 off, or $100 off if registering for both classes! Info is below!

Photography Workshops Giveaway Winners!!

Thanks to everyone that entered for a chance to win and thanks for participating in our blog blitz!

Here are the lucky winners:

Photography 101 

Lynne Stewart said...

What a great opportunity!! I would love to win a spot in one of the workshops!!

ReplyMay 21, 2012 at 11:52 AM

 

Advanced Photography

KathyChen said...

Maggie, I took your Photography 101 class when you first offered it a few years ago, and it unlocked a whole new world of photography for me - you are an amazing teacher. Would love to win a spot in the Advanced Photography class!

ReplyMay 22, 2012 at 07:34 PM

 

Bonus Winner from Dawn McVey's Blog - Photography 101

stephanie b. said...

I love Maggie's work and am thankful for the chance to win a spot in her class! Thank you! :)

ReplyMay 21, 2012 at 12:13 PM

Congrats everyone! Please email me asap with your info so I can get you added to the class list!

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For everyone else, the EARLYBIRD discount of $50 off is still valid until May 31st!! Act now to reserve your spot and remember that these are the last two classes I am offering in 2012!

The BONUS winner was chosen first by picking one of the Blog Blitz Participants at random (which was Dawn McVey) and then the winners were all chosen at random using a random number generator. Winners must email me by May 31st, 2012 to claim their prize. Winning spots are awarded for the specified class dates only (July 9-Aug 12 or Aug 20-Sept 29). Winning class seats cannot be deferred to later dates. Prizes retain no monetary value and cannot be exchanged for credit or money.

Washi Workshop Giveaway Winner!

The winner for the Washi Workshop at Studio Calico is

Helen Gullett said...

I am falling in love with washi tape now. SO many things that we can do with them. I'd love to learn more and hope to win a seat in the classroom :D

ReplyMay 17, 2012 at 04:45 PM

 

Congrats! Email me with your info so I can pass it along to Studio Calico! Winner was chosen at random using a random number generator.

 

Photography Workshops Blog Blitz & Giveaways!

I am excited to announce a BLOG BLITZ today dedicated to my Online Photography Workshops! Lots of exciting things are included so be sure to read all the way through!

If you are new to my blog or website, let me introuduce you to my workshops:

I truly love teaching because it is so rewarding to see how much my students progress in such a short amount of time. A common theme among the feedback from my students is that the format of my classes and my teaching style makes the information super easy to understand. I have had so many students tell me that they have read multiple books, taken other workshops and even college courses but that the information didn't click for them until they took my classes! I can't tell you how much that means to me because that was my whole goal in teaching! I set out to create the classes that I wish I had access to years ago when I was figuring all of this out for myself. I can say that I give you all of my "rules of thumb", tips and tricks and things that I learned the hard way along the way. 

The best part of it all is the access you get to the private message board. It is there that you are able to ask me questions and I am available to help you all along the way. You will also post your assignments there for detailed personalized feedback. In addition you are able to converse with and get to know the other students which allows you to make friends with other people just like yourself who will encourage you all along the way.

For detailed class descriptions you can visit the WORKSHOPS section of my website.

Many COMMON QUESTIONS about the workshop are answered on my website as well.

Also if you want to see a sample of my photos you can visit the PHOTOGRAPHY portion of my website.

I have had many emails asking about when the next classes will be and I am excited to announce that the next two are now open for registration!

Photography 101: July 9th - August 18th, 2012

Advanced Photography: August 20th - September 29th, 2012

As a note - these are the last two classes I will be offering in 2012 and spots are limited so you are encouraged to register early in order to guarantee a spot. 

I am also excited to announce that for the first time ever I am offering an EARLYBIRD discount of $50.00 off! This offer is valid for a limited time only and expires May 31st, 2012.

And now, the GIVEAWAYS! 

I am giving away a spot in each of the two classes! You can enter to win by posting here on this blog post. Winners will be drawn at random on Wednesday the 23rd. 

I am also giving away a surprise BONUS spot in my Photography 101 class and the winner for this one will be drawn at random from one of the other blogs on the hop! You are encouraged to visit every blog on the hop and enter to win at each one because no one knows which blog the winner will be drawn from! It will be a surprise! That winner will also be drawn at random on Wednesday the 23rd. 

There are links on each blog taking you to the next one but in case you get lost or missed one, here are links to all of them:

Susan Weinroth

Dawn McVey

Davinie Fiero

Celine Navarro

Geralyn Sy

Kelly Noel

Veronica Jennings

Lisa Truesdell

Mou Saha

Piradee Talvanna

Stacy Cohen

Megan Hoeppner

Kim Watson

Good luck and remember to enter on all of the blogs for the BONUS spot! Also, if you purchase a class and then are drawn as the winner for that class, your registration fee will be refunded. This does not apply to previous classes taken or purchased. Only applicable to classes that are currently open for registration on the site and that are purchased during the time frame of this giveaway (Monday May 21st - Wednesdsay May 23rd). No purchase required. All winners are drawn at random.

Washi Workshop Blog Hop & Giveaway!

Hi all! I have a fabulous giveaway for you today! The talented (and sweet) Megan Hoeppner that I get the privilege of working with through Creating Keepsakes Magazine has teamed up with Studio Calico to create a class that is all about WASHI TAPE! If you aren't already obsessed with the stuff, then you better join the party! I can't get enough of it and it seems as though all of us crafters are in agreement!!

Just look how cute this is:

A banner you could use for gift wrap, cards etc and it comes together super quick and easy when you use washi tape becaues you don't even have to mess with glue! (image via blogher.com & you can link through to the actual page via my pinterest)

Here is another cute idea:

A bunting made from washi tape that you could use as home decor or as a party decoration. (image via poppytalk.com; link to actual page via my pinterest)

Now back to the workshop.....

The class includes instruction and ideas using washi tape in lots of different applications including scrapbooking, mini albums, party and gift wrap, storage ideas, cards and paper crafts. 

All of the class details including the registration page can be found on the studio calico website here.

I am giving away one spot to the class. To enter the giveaway, please leave a comment here on this post. I will be back to draw a winner at random next Tuesday.

For more chances to win you can visit the Studio Calico Blog and the Creating Keepsakes Blog as well as the other Blog Hop participants. The next two on the list are Sasha Farina and Laura Vegas.

Studio Calico May Kit Layouts

My Studio Calico layouts came together really easily for me this month. Once I got going, I found the mix of products super inspiring..... which always makes the creative process move along quickly!

One thing I definitely fell in love with this month, which I haven't really played with much yet, is the HEXAGON! I know that Studio Calico has had hexagon type products for quite a while now and for some reason I have just shyed away from them. They didn't feel like "me." In the main kit there is lots of hexagon paper, hexagon mistable stickers and then a hexagon stamp and they all coordinate and fit perfectly together so I decided to play around with them and give it a shot! Well I was instantly hooked and went on to do 2 more layouts with hexagons and a card too!!

You will not be disappointed in the main kit, that's for sure!

Another thing I fell in love with once I started making my cards is the stamp set in the Brownie Add On. They are 4 different stamps and the "hello there" one is just perfect for making quick, easy cards that you could use for anything!!

And next up we have BANNERS, which I still do and will always LOVE!

The Heidi Swapp mistable banners in the Lomography Add On are super fun to work with because you can mist or ink them to turn them any color and the pattern on each one is a resist so it stays white! Then the Dear Lizzy premade mini banner in the Holga Add On is just plain cute!

Some shop items  you might be interested in that I used for misting and stamping:

Mister Huey's Taxi

Mister Huey's Boss Lady

Mister Huey's Pretty Pink

Mister Huey's Water Cooler

Black StaZOn Ink Pad

My favorite journaling pens are here and here.

A few more cards for you as well that I made with leftover scraps and with the stamp from the Leica Add On.

 

Let me know if you have any questions on my layouts or the techniques!

Engagement Photos {Arizona Wedding Photographer}

I've been meaning to share some more photo shoots with you.... sorry I haven't been the best blogger lately! Still here and doing well, just crazy busy as ever! 

Isn't this the cutest couple ever? I had a blast with them and am super excited for their big day!!

Also, Photography 101 is starting today! This is my beginner/intermediate online photography class. I still have a few spots available for this session if you want to join us!

To see details about the class  and to read what past students are saying about it, visit my website here.

Have a great Monday!

Studio Calico Blog Blitz & Giveaway!

Welcome to the Studio Calico Blog Blitz!

We are celebrating the release of Studio Calico's latest collections: Take Note, Abroad and Classic Calico Vol 2 (all of which are now available for sale on the Studio Calico site)!

Here is a layout I did using mostly the Take Note collection.

I created the background using an old piece of die cut paper and the Mister Huey's White and Shine. Other supplies include the butterfly stickers, take note paper, wood veneer frame, lullaby thickers.

I am giving away a Take Note Collection Pack so that you can enjoy these beautiful papers too!!

To enter, leave a comment here on this post and the winner will be drawn at random. Deadline to enter is Thursday at 8pm EST! 

Don't forget to continue on to the rest of the Design Team's blogs for more inspiration and more chances to win! Next up on the blog blitz is Nicole Harper!

Creating Keepsakes Blog Hop Winner

The winner of the March/April 2012 issue of Creating Keepsakes is:

jackie radu said...

i saw this magazine at my LSS and knew that it was your little baby girl :) would love to win!

ReplyMarch 19, 2012 at 10:31 AM

 

Congrats! Email me your info ASAP to claim your prize!