MAGGIE HOLMES Photography and Scrapbooking Blog

Giveaway: Shabby Apple Dress

Today I am featuring an online company that I have adored for quite a while now: Shabby Apple. 

If you haven't heard of them before, they are an online dress boutique selling women’s dresses, casual dresses, skirts, and women’s apparel. What I love about them is their variety of colors and styles! There really are so many different things to choose from and I love that!

They also have swimwear now.... I have my eye on this one. Just don't know if I will have time to get back in swimsuit shape for the summer after having the baby! Maybe next summer :) This one is super cute too!

I also love their little girls dresses! Such cute things that are unique and have that boutique look without being super expensive!

They are so generously sponsoring this post with an awesome giveaway and a coupon code for all of my readers!!! Thanks Shabby Apple! The coupon code is "maggieholmes10off" and if you enter it at checkout you will get 10% off your order!!

I got to choose which dress to give away here on my blog and let me tell you, it took forever!! I am so indecisive when there are that many cute ones to choose from!!

Some of my faves are Gondola:

 Pina Colada:

 L'Opera (I think this one would be really cute with a big belt!):

 and Tropical Sunshine:

And finally......... the one I chose to give away is Azure Coast:

To enter the contest just leave a comment here on this post. You can enter twice if you go to their facebook page and like them. Then come back here and leave another comment telling me you did it! 

I will be back to draw a winner on Monday! Good luck!!

Studio Calico Giveaway Winner

We have a winner!!...........

First I just wanted to say thank you for all of your comments!! I have been reading through them and I have to say that I am so glad I asked you to post something interesting about yourselves! It has been so much fun reading all of these random facts and fun things about all of you!  And it is always awesome to get to know my readers a little bit better!! 

The winner (drawn at random) is.........

Heather A said...

Awesome layouts. I love following your blog... I'm not sure about something interesting about myself... I have a pug that is terrified to look at herself in the mirror...

ReplyApril 14, 2011 at 08:55 AM

Email me with your info Heather and we will get your products sent out soon!!

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ALSO..... I have another fabulous giveaway that I will be posting soon so check back!! It's a good one!!!!!!

Studio Calico Blog Hop

We are doing another blog hop at Studio Calico today to celebrate the fact that Countryside and State Fair are now in the shop!! I know that many of you have been waiting to get your hands on these products!! Well now you can stock up!! Yippeeee! 

All of us design team members have created a layout to showcase some of the products..... Here is mine:

I cannot get enough of the State Fair Label Stickers and the Tags. For some reason those tags just always tell me to cut them into flags so I can use them to create banners! :)  I also used the Sideshow Paper, the DieCut Cream Ledger Paper, Step Right Up Paper, and the backside of the County Line Paper (for my background). 

At first I had pulled out some of the pink products like the Cotton Candy Paper and the Pink Notions to create a layout of Emily but then the bright reds, blues and greens from these other products were just calling my name so I switched gears and made this layout about our little Nathan and his nickname - Nate Skate. I kept it pretty clean and simple so the photos could shine!

I know I didn't use any mists on this layout but I also have to give a shout out to the Mister Huey's mists in these two product lines because the colors are FAB!!! (I especially LOVE piglet, bonny blue and lemonade!!!) Seriously some of my faves now!! I have a feeling they will go fast so be sure to snag some of those if you share my passion for misting!! I think my bottles of piglet and lemonade are already running low because I have used them so much! haha!!! 

As part of the blog hop we are all doing a giveaway on our blogs!!! Yay!!!! This is always the fun part for me -- the fact that I get to share some of my favorite products with one of you!! 

I am giving away the State Fair Label Stickers, the State Fair Tags and the State Fair Notions.

 

To enter the contest simply leave a comment here on this post and tell me something fun or interesting about yourself! I always love a chance to get to know my readers a little bit better! The contest will be closed on Monday, April 18th at which point I will draw a winner at random.

Now, on to the hopping part of the blog hop...... be sure to continue on to the next blog so you can see another fun layout and also enter to win some more Studio Calico goodies!! I am going to be hopping along with all of you so I can see what they all did!! 

The next stop is: Nicole Harper's blog! Have fun and good luck!

The Giveaways Go To....

American Crafts Blog Hop Giveaway: MixTape Set

Winner: 

jen shears said...

Your LOs are always so sweet- this is no exception- those pics of your adorable kiddos are highlighted perfectly! :)

ReplyMarch 17, 2011 at 09:44 PM

 

Stella & Dot Giveaway: Two Bracelets

Winner:

Melissa said...

These are so pretty!

ReplyMarch 16, 2011 at 08:59 PM

 

Congrats to both of you! Please email me with your name and address to claim your prizes!

American Crafts Blog Hop & Giveaway

Hi there! I am back with another giveaway and a super fun BLOG HOP!! 

All of us designers at American Crafts thought it would be fun to do a blog hop featuring their brand new products!! We just recently received them and I have to say that I have been anxiously waiting to see it all in person!! My favorite line is Hello Sunshine so my layout consists of almost everything from that line! Rarely do I create a layout with only products from one particular product line but this time was definitely an exception to that. There are so many bright fun colors and it all mixes and matches so well (with lots of contrast like I love) so I found that I didn't even need to pull much from other lines! Made for a pretty quick layout that came together super easily!!

These photos were all on my scrapbook table, intended for separate layouts or a mini album but then when I saw them sitting there all together like this I just knew that they needed to all go on one layout. The title - "Four" - comes from this simple sentiment: "4 adorable kiddos that I love with all my heart." Of course I could go on and on in detail about each one of them but sometimes I just like to keep the journaling short and sweet and let them know that I love them.... plain and simple.

Supplies Used: Thickers: Sunrise Natural (53180), Details; Daylight (78048), Elements: Pearl Brads (85545), Ribbon: Dawn (58620), Remarks: Good Morning (42194), Hello Sunshine Paper: Gossamer (35409), Delicate (35413), Brilliance (35415), Glow (35408), Glee (35402), Remarks: Gee Golly (42192), Mix Tape: Decorative Tape (61733), Medium Jewel Brads: Baby Girl: (85292), Plastic Rose Brads: Dear Lizzy Enchanted (85522), Slick Writer: Black Fine (62001)

Now, for the fun part......... I am giving away one of my most favorite American Crafts Products:

A package of MixTape! I used it on the layout above and you can find me using it on almost all of my layouts lately! I keep it right by my table and find myself using it over and over again! And the best part is that it never seems to run out! Love that!!

To enter to win, just leave a comment here on this post. I will be back on Monday to draw a winner! Good luck!!

Next, be sure to follow along on the blog hop so you can check out all of the other layouts from the super talented and inspiring designers and you can also enter to win their giveaways too!! 

The next stop on the hop is: Mahlin Wiggur

P.S. The Stella & Dot giveaway below is still open as well so if you are just visiting for the first time be sure to scroll down to check it out!!

Also, don't forget that my next online photography workshop is now open for registration..... spots are filling quickly but there are still some left! Details are right here.

Guest Spotlight and Giveaway: Stella & Dot Jewelry

Hi everyone! I have an awesome guest spotlight and giveaway for you today.........

Kelly Bird with Stella & Dot Jewelry

Kelly is a scrapbooker and a photography client of mine and has also become a great friend over the years! I asked her to write up some information to share with you about Stella & Dot!

Here's what she had to say.................

Have you ever wondered how you could be your own boss, be with your family, and make a monetary contribution to your family? Well, I used to wondered the exact same thing and then I found Stella & Dot! This company is transforming how woman work and truly giving them the means to style their own life. I have made the commitment to host a few trunk shows a month and coach a team of stylists all while still being able to spend quality time with my family -- but helping with paying for preschool, extra curricular kids activities, etc., and feeling good about myself. Wonder what Stella & Dot is all about? Check out my website and become a fan of my page and if you want to learn more about the opportunity available where you live, request a look book and information packet here. I will get it to you asap! And to share the great Stella & Dot style, which has been seen in In Style & Lucky Magazines, I am giving away 2 bracelets to one lucky winner! Become a fan of my fan page and then leave a comment here on Maggie's blog and we will draw the winner on Monday!

Here are the bracelets that Kelly is giving away. Gorgeous right?

Again, the giveaway is open until Monday! Good luck, and thanks Kelly for being our guest spotlight and for doing such a great giveaway!!

Studio Calico Blog Hop Winner

The winner of the Studio Calico Blog Hop (chosen by a random number generator) is:

 

Geralyn Sy said...

Oh, so beautiful, Maggie! Love those SC stickers!

ReplyJanuary 24, 2011 at 11:16 AM

 

Congrats Geralyn!! Email me your info and we will get your goodies on their way!!

 

Thanks everyone for your sweet comments!! I am so glad you all loved the blog hop!! Be back soon to share some more layouts that I made for CHA!

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Also, I got a great response about the boxes of supplies!! Wow!! As of now they are all sold but I am always accumulating more things so I will definitely do this again in the future!!

If you purchased a box from me, they are being sent out today and tomorrow. It took me a little longer than I planned to get them packed up and ready to go (we have sick kiddos over here so things have been moving a little slower than usual). Thanks for your patience!!

Winner, Winner....

Hi there!! Sorry I am so late getting back here to post the winners! We have had family in town and lots of things going on here in our home at the moment, so let's just say I've been a tad busy! :) Sorry to keep you waiting..... here are the two winners, drawn at random:

 

kelsey p said...

Congrats! Hope to see LOTS of your work. You're a big favorite of mine;). And thanks for the giveaway. Would love to get any Studio Calico stuff!

ReplyNovember 05, 2010 at 08:59 PM

Julie O. said...

That is so very exciting!! HUGE Congrats!! Very well deserved. I look forward to more inspiration from you!

ReplyNovember 14, 2010 at 11:29 PM

 

Congrats Kelsey and Julie! Email me with your addresses and I will get you both a box of goodies sent your way!! 

Wanted to say a huge THANK YOU to all of you for your sweet words and congrats on the dream team! Every comment means a lot and I appreciate all of you taking the time to say something sweet! I have the best blog readers, don't I? Thank you!

P.S. Have you checked out the sneak peeks for the Studio Calico December kits yet? They are super awesome and I am telling you that the exclusive papers in the main kit are to die for!! Yes, there are 4 this month instead of 2 and I love both sides of each!!! Eeeek! I will need extras for sure!

Giveaway: Blog Design Basics for Blogger

I am so excited to share a fabulous giveaway with you today! It is the chance to win a spot in the Blog Design Basics for Blogger class...... all of the details are below:

 

Class description: 

Have you ever wanted to makeover your blog but weren't sure how? Well, now is your chance when you take this brand new class taught by Crystal Wilkerson  & Kristina Proffitt of Blog Designs by Two Happy Mamas . We'll walk you step-by-step through the blog design process!  By the end of the class you'll have a super cute, updated blog that includes a customized background, banner, profile picture, signature, post divider and "happy art".  And the best part is you'll have the knowledge to change it whenever you like in the future!  

This is a self-paced course so you can take it on your own time and can refer back to it whenever you'd like.  You'll have access to it forever!  You'll also have access to our class forum if you have any questions. Included with the class are SIX new blog designs! :-D

***Note: This class is geared towards Blogger accounts.  You can sign up for a free account at www.blogger.com. 

Registration Begins: August 30th

Class Starts: September 13th

Cost: $35 

CLASS DETAILS:

Course Type: Self-Paced

Format: Video, Online

Length: 12 Lessons 

Subject: Basic Blog Design for BLOGGER 

Instructors: Crystal Wilkerson & Kristina Proffitt 

Works for: Photoshop Elements 6, 7, 8 & Photoshop CS3, CS4, CS5 

Mac or PC?: Both! 

CLASS OUTLINE:

Part 1: Blogger Basics

Lesson 1 - Setting Up a Blogger Account 

Lesson 2 - Creating a Blog

Lesson 3 - Posting 

Lesson 4 - Settings 

Part 2: Design Basics

Lesson  1 - Background 

Lesson 2 - Banner 

Lesson 3 - Photo Frame 

Lesson 4 - Happy Art 

Lesson 5 - Signature 

Lesson 6 - Post Divider 

Part 3: Putting It Together

Lesson 1 - Photobucket 

Lesson 2 - The Design Tab 

You can register for the class at www.jessicasprague.com starting on Monday, August 30th. 

Click HERE to see the first sample blog for the class and from there you can click on the five other brand new blog designs! 

I am giving away one spot in the class! You can enter by leaving a comment on this post. I will be back on Monday to announce the winner! Good luck!!

Giveaway - Winner

Oops, I forgot to draw the winner on Saturday! Sorry! 

I used a random number generator and here is the lucky winnner:

Erin said...

I can't get enough of all of the fun supplies! I think I have just as much fun buying and organizing the supplies as I do scrapbooking with them. :) Plus I LOVE seeing my little ones look through their books and smile and laugh as they remember. I don't ever want them to forget how much they are loved and what a great childhood they had. I will always love scrapbooking!

And Maggie - I have to say that your style has inspired me SO MUCH. I have so many of your beautiful layouts from CK magazine plastered all over my scrapbook room wall for inspiration. Thanks for sharing your amazing talent with us all!

ReplyAugust 18, 2010 at 08:19 PM

Congrats Erin! Email me with your info and I will get your box of goodies shipped out this week! This was fun! I think we shall do it again soon.... how does that sound?? So keep checking back! I have lots of great things to share and I am feeling the need to organize again which means there will be even more after that! :) By the way, why is it that I always feel the need to organize when I have a million other things going on? Is it some sort of subliminal effort to be distracted and not get the things on my list done? Do any of you do that too? I am forcing myself to resist because I have to get through this weekend first.....................................................

Creative Escape! I am beyond excited and at the same time feeling the nerves as well! I am gathering my things for my trunk show display and I can't help thinking about how amazing all of the other teachers' tables will be! I hope that mine isn't completely lame compared to all the rest!

I just heard that they have a few spots left for the event so if you are a last minute traveler you can go here and get a great deal! Looking forward to meeting everyone that is attending!! See you soon!

ALSO.... I really want to thank everyone for the sweetest beyond sweetest comments about Emily's party and the photos in the last post. You are all so nice! Thank you! I have had a lot of requests to see more shots of our home and the decor so I will definitely share that soon. It's always a work in progress and I am also a decorator that is constantly changing things up and moving things around to make it feel fresh and new all the time. But I will take some pics of the way it is right now and start sharing..... maybe a room at a time. Sound good? And the final confession is that I am also one who hangs picture frames before they are filled and then I have a bad habit of forgetting to order prints to go in them.... but maybe this will help get me in gear and fix that! :) 

Here's one photo to start the home tour off:

A sneak peek of Emily Jane's room - probably my favorite room in the house. I love the colors and just how happy and girlie it feels! Hoping to take a bunch more pics of the house next week (after Creative Escape) and will share more then! Have a great day!