I spent this past Saturday at Creative Estates. Met some remarkable women.
Shelly of The House of Smith’s and Megan of Brassy Apple.
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Laura of Laura Winslow Photography, my sweet friend Wendy, Toni & Kim with The TomKat Studio.
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I was part of a panel discussion with Becki of Whippy Cake, Megan of Brassy Apple, and Melanie of Above All Fabric (we couldn’t find her for this photo opportunity).
I am stoked that we got to discuss and share ideas on the topic of “balancing it all” … family, business, everything. But my absolutely favorite part of the experience was meeting so many really terrific and genuine women who are in a similar camp. The camp called … My family is #1 no matter what. I also love having a business because I care deeply about what I have to share. They get it. I get them. It was a beautiful thing and I’m grateful for the experience.
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{ behind-the-scenes }
I looked a little extra dolled-up than I normally do. My magic trick? It’s a little pill called … Becki Crosby. When she asked if I would let her do my hair & makeup for the day … I was like … umm. Are you kidding me?
Yes. I suppose I would be stoked about that.
I hung out in her bathroom early in the morning and she went for sassy. Sassy with the hair …
And sassy with the makeup …
And our new BFF Megan was with us as we chatted and laughed and geared up for the day. She also happens to know what she’s doing with a camera (thanks for documenting the makeover Megan!).
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{ the creative connection }
There is another conference coming up in September — The Creative Connection and are you thinking what I’m thinking? I’m going to need that magic Becki pill there too.
I have been invited to be a keynote speaker with the ever-marvelous Stacy Julian. I am honored. Surprised. Humbled. A little nervous. And thrilled to be side-by-side with my dear friend Stacy. I have so much adoration and respect for this woman that I met “back in the day”. I was probably 14. Well, not quite. But I was a baby in this industry when it was all becoming an “industry” and we did meet very early on. Super excited to team up with her. Thinking I might strategically chicken out at the last minute and just let her run with it. You’ll be great, Stacy.
Anyway — be sure to check out The Creative Connection Event if you have any interest at all in the handmade market, running a small business, social media, and even food. This is for creative and passionate women. I’m pretty sure it’s going to be pretty incredible. Registration is opening soon.
Tags: above all fabric, becki crosby, brassy apple, creative estates, the creative connection, the house of smith's, the tomkat studio, whippy cake
You are beautiful, inside and out!
Becky,
It was wonderful to meet you in person and to listen to your great advice. Thanks for coming to Creative Estates.
xoxo,
Amy
It was so great to be able to meet you this weekend at Creative Estates. Thank you for sharing yourself and your inspiring words of wisdom. I learned so many great tips for managing my time and my life and not becoming the “mom behind the computer”! Thanks again Becky!
Pretty girl!:) Sounds like a great weekend!
You looked terrific! LOVE the hair!!
sounds great, helpful and inspiring…please share with us these tips to not be the ‘mom behind the computer’…please!
Love the clothes, hair, makeup. You look beautiful. Wish I could wear something like that.
So beautiful!!!
OK Becky, you know everyone is going to ask where you got your outfit, so you may as well just tell us!
I have to tell you I pinned your picture to Pinterest because I love the little dress/leggings/boots combo you are wearing! You look adorable!
What a “Fashionista!” Please tell us where you got that adorable dress. It looks like you’ve layered it with another top underneath. Come on…Tell us the details about that cute outfit!
So fun to meet you Becky. I hope the documentary photos I took were OK. I was too fun to play with your camera and be part of that small moment
I am going through my photos today and will send you some from the MomTV spot too!
So beautiful in and out!!
Outfit.. where from?!
You are such a trend setter! I admire your dedication to motherhood, but that you still take care of yourself. Where did you get the outfit?
You look fabulous. Nice to see you with Becki. Since being introduced to whippy cake through your blog, I am absolutely addicted to her creations. What a fun post
Glad you had fun. I was just wondering where you got that purple dress? I love it!
Becky, it was so lovely to meet you this weekend. First off, you looked absolutely stunning…Whispers of “oh my goodness, she’s so beautiful,” followed you absolutely everywhere you went. Second, I admire everything about you – you simply typified grace and thoughtfulness.
Thank you so very much for participating in our event!
xoxo
Sounds so fun. And you’ll have a fun week with your darling visitors. Relax. Tell Lauren I’ve missed her since I moved.
Question: you mentioned you met Stacey “back in the day” when did you start scrapbooking, and when did you start getting involved in this kind of career? I am currently 19 years old, just starting my schooling in Graphic design, with the hopes that one day i will be able to be a part of this amazing industry. What’s your story?
always amazes me how small of a world it is when the blogs I follow collide
Becky you looked wonderful — just as I would expect you to look. I thought you pulled yourself together from head to toe! My compliments to Becki for her subtle glamor! Megan, those photos capture the transformation perfectly.
Megan P – I’m older than those who started the scrapping industry ‘way back when’. I am sooo envious. Envious enough that I’m trying to find a niche I can profitably fill. If you check the release date of books by Becky Higgins, Stacy Julian, Cathy Zielske, Ali Edwards you’ll get a pretty good idea when things started.
Just wanted to say you looked absolutely gorgeous! No fair that you are so talented AND gorgeous!! You should have to pick one!!
Hi Becky! You look amazing! Would you happen to have a transcript of your talk? Perhaps someone recorded it and it can be posted to You tube?
hi becky! just wanted to let you know that i truly enjoyed your advice during your panel. i especially loved the piece about writing things down to allow for more real estate in your head~
Oh, Becky, you always look so adorable.CAS
Please do share, especially the tips of not becoming the “mom behind the computer”!
Thanks so much sharing the pictures, always my favorite part of a blog post. Quick question, the picture of your group standing in front of the white wall w/ white frames picturing grass…where is that? Its very cool…would love to see it in person and take some shots there!
So fun!! You look lovely! I’ve followed you since late 90′s when I got into scrapbooking. I don’t make the time for it like I used to, but always loved your clean style and would spend hours looking at your books/magazines. You were always an inspiration!
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love your hair, makeup and outfit – you are adorable!
Becky,
I’m a bit behind in my blog reading — but catching up! Thank you for saying such nice things in this post. We are going to have LOTS of fun (right?) at TCC. And, let’s absolutely bring this Becky gal along for the prepping!
xo
LOVE your dress!!
thank you dear! Yes, who knows where I was. In anycase, our brief encounter was great. thank you. You are admirable for many reasons.
I loved listening to your session. Completely inspiring. My only regret… I didn’t get to glitter you.
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