i think that i am inspired by a lot of different things... i love magazines for sure. i love target. i love going to the mall... visiting anthropologie and urban outfitters. i love skateboard shops and little boutiques and gift shops. however, inspriation is more than just visual. and can be discovered in song and applied to paint, or found in a book and illustrated in a photograph. inspiration is the fuel that keeps us going! motivates and feeds the artist inside! so when monique mcLean emailed and invited me to come and teach at her event that centered around 'inspiration' i was very interested! this is what she said in her email:
"Since I have opened the store, I have heard over and over from people that they just have a hard time finding inspiration. I want to help them find that...not with just another layout class, or projects mounted on my store walls, but I want THEM to be able to find inspiration in the "everyday" things of life. I want people to walk away from this weekend and look at things differently!"
needless to say... i was intrigued by the thought...kindof that starting at the heart of the matter...not an end point~ then she said... "i think that cathy zielske is coming..." and i knew that i couldn't miss hanging out with that amazing girl who i love! she was also contacting Elsie Flannigan and Carrie Cobert .. two awesome artists and darling souls that i don't know very well, and am so excited to get a chance to spend some time with!
anyway, i have rec'd a bunch of emails from people asking me what i am doing at the event...some that have already signed up and want a heads up and some follks that are trying to decide and want to know a little about what they'd be missing!! so... i thought i'd give a little preview...
i will be teaching 2 different 90 minute classes along with 3 make-n-takes... the first day, friday, i will be talking about something that has inspired me and changed the way i look at myself, and who i want to be... we'll be talking about the SHE book... and students will be starting a 'she' book of their own. that class will be mostly lecture, discussion and completing some 'she' exercises... that night we will work on some techniques and products that will get the pages started and give you some hands on inspiration to get the album underway. i am so excited about this class... i'm even going to give students an official 'she' album so there will be NO EXCUSES! (wink)
Saturday's class is about finding inspiration through PLAY! i don't want to give too much away here.. but you will be starting your own 'PLAYING' book, given some challenges, ideas and products to get you started on this very playful art journal concept! and i will CONVINCE you, that you DO in fact have time to PLAY... and that it will enrich and inspire your creativity more than you know! i have tons of samples and awesome inspriation to share!
aside from that ... i am going to be hanging out... taking classes from elsie, carrie and cathy! ... i have never been to AL...
anyway,
if you have nothing to do April 21-22... come play! you can find more info at :
www.scrapetc.net and www.sprapetcevents.typepad.com
if you have more questions... email me or whatever!
i am excited, the next 3-4 weeks i will be teaching at a few different events! i love getting a chance to teach! it's gotten so hard for me to squeeze it in to everything else, so when i get the opportunity... i love it!
17th going to Edmonton... meeting retailers... i am afraid it's going to be really COLD
25th we'll be in Ruban Rouge... in Tampa.. hopefully not as cold! so excited to be teaching in a store... i don't get to do that very often
march 6th... i hate to tell you... but i will be on the 7 day cruise... me and becky higgins..! cayman, belize, honduras, cozumel... (dang i wish i could dive!!!!!)
and the month will end with CKU-chicago!!! i am SOOO looking forward to that!
LOTS...going on! loving the frequent flyer miles....
Classes sound awesome... to bad too far away to be there!!@#*** - the she album sounds intriguing?? We need you to come back to NZ and teach us Kiwi girls how to do it!!!
Posted by: sarah green | February 09, 2006 at 02:15 PM
Yay! So excited to hear a bit about what's in store for us at ETC! Is it April yet? :-)
Posted by: Jessica | February 09, 2006 at 02:17 PM
Heidi, these classes sound amazing. I truly cannot wait! The things you are hitting on, and that Monique is focusing on, are REALLy the heart of the matter. They are things that have become more and more my focus lately, and I am so pumped to be involved with this event! I just can't WAIT! LOL
Posted by: Virginia | February 09, 2006 at 02:29 PM
I can NOT wait!!!!!! I am SO excited about this event! I seriously can NOT wait!!!!
Posted by: Adrienne | February 09, 2006 at 02:30 PM
Sounds like a very busy month! I had heard a rumor that you were going to possibly teach a class at Ruban Rouge in Tampa. Imagine my surprise when I saw the date on your blog? So, I immediately called them, but they're all sold out! They have openings for the crop on Friday, which I would LOVE to go to, but alas, no one to watch the girls, as hubby is working 24-hours! Ugh! So, seems like I'll have to wait for another time...
The classes you described sound like so much fun! Someday, when the girls get a little older! Girl, I don't know where you get the energy to teach these classes, manage your household, spend time with your children...etc, etc. You simply amaze me! Actually, nothing ever goes as planned for me. I live in a semi-chaotic state...it's always a day into the "unknown"! Ha!
Have fun teaching & hope you enjoy your cruise. It sounds absolutely divine!
Posted by: Nita | February 09, 2006 at 02:34 PM
WOW that is quite the line up Heidi - So wish that I could take part in events like this but being a SAHM and part-time HRM to my DH's business and the long hours DH has I am lucky to get to CROPS LOL!!! Hey when I grow up I want to be YOU!!! BTW you are right Edmonton is likely gonna be cold, it is cold enough here in Ottawa -10C today!!! Enjoy your adventures!!!
Love your New Line up!!!!!
D.
Posted by: Debbie | February 09, 2006 at 02:36 PM
HAHA! well what's your definition of cold?
it's been +10 deg C here in Edmonton this past week and expected to be like that all next week as well. Our winter has been phenomenal! so bizarre..usually we are seeing chilly temps this time of year but this year, NADA! no snow, no cold weather...it's okay, we'll take it! so come on up Heidi! we are thrilled to have you :) A friend of mine will be taking your retailers class that weekend, I will have to make sure she gets a photo for me :) maybe an autograph too? I'm such a Heidi nerd I know :) but I adore your style girl, YOU and ppl like Donna, Cathy, Stacy...all inspire me :)
Keep doing what you are doing.
Posted by: Elizabeth | February 09, 2006 at 02:51 PM
Hey Heidi,
I'll see you at Ruban Rouge with 6 friends and we can't wait! But, did want to tell you that RR is in Palm Harbor, not Tampa, lol! They're close though but we're kind of funny about that down here...long story. Anyway, can't wait for your class!
Kip
Posted by: Kip | February 09, 2006 at 03:16 PM
I can't wait for the event. I am an AL girl and live florida. You will love both places. I have to say I am so excited about meeting you and being inspired by you. Like I have said before and the people who know me, know you are my American Idol. I am so glad to you have your own line of product and also glad to be one of the many who will also be in awe of you. Ya think I will be able to get a picture with ya? Counting down the days.
Posted by: Vicki | February 09, 2006 at 03:16 PM
I wish I was close to Alabama! Man that sounds so freakin awesome! I'm definitley missing out on some good stuff!
SOOO JEALOUS RIGHT NOW...
Posted by: Ksea | February 09, 2006 at 03:28 PM
I CANNOT WAIT TO MEET YOU!!! I am coming to AL from NYC and I am so ready! Thanks for accepting Monique's invitation and I know we are going to have a lot of fun while we are in the South! YIPPEE!!!
Posted by: Charisse | February 09, 2006 at 03:43 PM
Do you thin australia is a bit far to travel from? I want to do you She album class ;(
Posted by: Melissa | February 09, 2006 at 03:45 PM
oh man! I am SO glad I signed up for this event!
Coming from Jersey and way excited to be -inspired- by some of my VERY favorite artists!
Posted by: Breanne | February 09, 2006 at 03:56 PM
Edmonton is not bad right now. Right around 0 or 30 degrees. Has been unseasonably warm up here in Alberta this winter. Where will you actually be there?
Posted by: Sherri | February 09, 2006 at 03:59 PM
I just registered for "the Event" . I can't wait to drive from VA to see you and Kathy and Carrie and Elsie in person. Monique and Scrap Etc rocks!!! Thanks Heidi for doing this event.
Posted by: Bevy | February 09, 2006 at 04:46 PM
We have been having a great winter in western Canada. It has been around zero degrees celcius all most all of the winter. I sure beats -40. Have a great time. I am pretty sure there will be a couple of the retailers from Saskatoon attending and they are looking forward to it. Take care
Posted by: Tracey | February 09, 2006 at 04:47 PM
Omg I can't believe u r going to be in my hometown and they are sold out?
Any chance you will come back?
Maggie
Posted by: Maggie | February 09, 2006 at 05:04 PM
I just registered for the event in AL. How lucky I am to leave close enough to attend. I'm in Niceville, FL and am originally from AL. I can't wait till April.....Heidi, thanks for telling us about the event!!
Posted by: PattieCake | February 09, 2006 at 05:09 PM
Wow, Heidi! I live about 5 minutes from the event site and of course can't wait to go. I made a layout with your chipboard letters taking Monique's advice to sand them a little and just loved the result. Also sounds like you are a 24 addict as are myself, my husband and 4 sons. Can't wait to see you!
Posted by: Amy | February 09, 2006 at 05:21 PM
YAY!!! Can't wait until April...Heidi, you are the most AMAZING person in the world!!!!
Posted by: Monique | February 09, 2006 at 05:47 PM
First time poster and HUGE fan of course!! maybe you should put these classes in some sort of format to mail to us people who would LOVE to do it but are too far away...(oregon)???? PLEASE!!! LOVE your work!!
Posted by: Tanya | February 09, 2006 at 05:50 PM
Hey Heidi,
Just wanted to say my husband and I have been having this argument all night. We live in New York and between the event, hotel, and flight he says no way. When I told him I really just wanted to take the "she" class. There was a lot of uncontrollable laughter after that. If you could put the class materials together for purchase so we could have the experience I'd be willing to pay alot for it.. PLEASE PLEASE have pity for a poor New Yorker
Love your work
Posted by: Alyson | February 09, 2006 at 06:03 PM
cant wait to see you in April at scrapbooks etc !! you rock girlie and i just love all your classes !! can you believe are old stomping ground is gone - no more memory lane - kinda sad ! anyways see ya in april !!!
Posted by: beth | February 09, 2006 at 07:12 PM
I'll see you at Ruban Rouge and then later in Alabama. I cannot wait!! Have a great day!
Posted by: Missy_G | February 09, 2006 at 07:14 PM
I'm so glad I signed up for this event. I have to say your teaching there was one of the deciding factors for me. I can't wait for this inspirational event! See you in April.
Posted by: Michelle M | February 09, 2006 at 07:14 PM