I’ve been a scrapbooker in one form or another since the time I was reading & writing. I guess you can say it’s in my blood. Over the years I’ve been through quite the evolutionary process in the “creative side” of scrapbooking. Techniques, creative layout design, latest & greatest tools … yep. I was in the thick of all of that. In fact, I published several books on the topic of scrapbooking.
And then, in that evolutionary process, I came to find myself relating to everyone who ever said to me, "Good for you to have that hobby. But scrapbooking is too time-consuming, too complicated, too expensive, too much. It’s not for me." I was beginning to understand that perspective because I was getting more and more busy with our children and responsibilities and life in general. Plus, I found myself caring a lot less about the “stuff” (products, techniques, layout design) and more about the real core of memory-keeping: pictures + stories.
Today I am focused on helping those who feel similarly. Nearly two years ago, Becky Higgins LLC was born so that I could share solution-based ideas and products with those who are interested in getting their stories and pictures preserved without feeling completely overwhelmed by the process. Project Life has become the method of preserving memories that is helping thousands of people get their pictures off the computer and into a book.
The key to my approach? Simplicity. This form of scrapbooking is as simple as it gets, while still resulting in beautiful, personalized albums. Project Life has sold out all over the world and two editions are currently being reprinted and due to become available again in September 2011. Plus, we’re adding a couple more designs so that we’ll have 4 editions available by November 2011.
The digital version of Project Life is always available and never sells out and completely free for anyone to try. Learn more about both versions at www.beckyhiggins.com/products.
Here’s what we still have in stock right now, while we’re waiting on those products to become available: Our Photo Pocket Pages are designed to hold 4×6 photos and our 3×4 Journaling Cards so that every picture can have some accompanying journaling if you want. You slip the photos and Journaling Cards into the pockets and … that’s it. Plus we have gorgeous Turquoise and Amber binders available to house all those pages.
No cutting & pasting. No figuring out layout design. No complicated techniques. This is simplicity at its finest. For those who want to get creative, no problem. There is plenty of room for adding your creative twist if you’d like!
When it comes to preserving memories, we all fit somewhere on the spectrum. Some have never, ever done a thing with their pictures. Some have never really written their memories or stories down at all. Then there are some have 50 scrapbooks scattered throughout their homes. There are devoted journal-writers and expert photographers. And then … the rest of us are somewhere in the middle.
Connecting with people all over that spectrum is what has brought me to this point where I have a passion for helping others document their life. Through my blog and my products, I hope to continue inspiring others to cultivate a good life and record it. When we record our memories and happenings and thoughts … we are more keenly aware of how truly blessed we are.
I’ll be speaking at this year’s The Creative Connection and I am so excited to extend that reach and connection to many, many more … no matter where you are on that spectrum. See you in September!
We are honored that Becky will be speaking along with Nora Abousteit and Stacy Julian at THE CREATIVE CONNECTION EVENT'S Keynote Luncheon. If you've been wondering how to turn your passion into a business, you can't miss this one! These ladies are AMAZING!
Becky has also GENEROUSLY offered a great giveaway …
WOW! Thanks Becky!
All you need to do is comment to this post with what class you'd like to take at THE CREATIVE CONNECTION EVENT and you're entered! Good luck! Also, we wanted to let you know about a GREAT contest that Becky has going on right now called "Just the Basics". Click HERE for all of the information.
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I would love to take the Hands-on Workshop- photography and perhaps mixed media. I’ve been dieing to try Stacy Julian’s Project Life (have been reading about it on Ali Edward’s blog).
Brave Girl Soulbook is the class I would want to take if I lived close enough to attend.
I would love to take all the classes, but the one handmade class that jumped out at me is the record cylinder holder ornament….just looks like a fun project to make!
Well of course I’d love to listen to Becky! Sounds like a simpler plan to a large stash of photos! Thanks for the giveaway!
these are great! I woudl love to listen to Becky and have so many photos to create with! OH JOY!
I would love to take PAPER FUN WITH THE TOYMAKER! Thanks for a chance to win this fabulous prize from Becky Higgins!!! Sounds fun!
I would love to take the Paper Fun with the Toymaker class! Sounds very fun!
I would love to hear Staci Julian and also the knitting class. What an amazing day that would be!
I would love to hear both Stacy and Becky at the luncheon. Then take any of the Mary Janes Farm classes. How fun!
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I would love to take the hands-on workshops. I love making crafty things with my hands. This would be a blast ;) :) Have a great weekend. Love and hugs from Oregon, Heather :)
This is brilliant. Scrapbooking is so intimidating for me… this makes it look like I could actually DO it. I can DO this!
I went to the link for the workshops… I’ve got it narrowed down to Betz White’s woodland creatures and Colleen Houck’s class. Colleen is an amazing woman.
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I’d enjoy listening to speakers Stacy Julian and Becky Higgins. A workshop in photography would be fun, too.
Neat! I like to scrapbook but its not my main passion so I end up not putting as much time into as I need to. This might be more my style.
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I would love to hear Stacey and Becky speak and then maybe the Artjournaling Class.
A little overwhelming to choose, but perhaps The Nuts and Bolts of Launching a Creative Business. Have to start somewhere. Love Becky’s approach to scrapbooking. Bingo.
I love these ideas! I’d love to take the Fun with Screen Printing class. Thanks for the chance!
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I would love to take the art journaling daily class or the vintage canvas class.
I would love to take the art journalling class, and of course listen to Becky and Stacey!
Scrapbooking simplified….looks good! And the journaling class would certainly inspire.
i just looked at schedule and its music to my ears!!!! honestly all of it sounds amazing and info im soooo needing so i need to pray for funds!!!! seriously!!!!
I would love to hear Becky speak!!! She is amazing.
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Thanks for the chance to win.
Inspiration boards, Mary Jane, Becky, ah my head is spinning with the array of possibilities. Yes, on my fall list of things to do is to order Project Life. To win would be a gift.
All of the classes sound great but I would love to do the mixed media class!!! What a great opportunity to get project life..it sold out in Europe before I could order…
The DISCOVERING Y.O.U.-MARKETING YOUR CREATIVE BUSINESS class looks great.
Awesome giveaway… I have your blinkie on my blog already… I love the WHIMSICALLY EDGY PENDANT class…thank you for the chance to win!
I’d love to hear Becky speak. I’d also like to see the hands on things.
There are so many awesome classes I’d love to take – Children’s Books 101, Illustrating Children’s Books, Photography for Knitters and Craft Bloggers, the list could go on and on!!
I take theBrave Girl Soulbook if I could. I love Becky’s products!
Besides listening to the keynote speakers, I’d love a hands-on photography workshop!
the inspiration board class. nice giveaway!
I would love the art journaling class and mixed media class. Thanks for a chance to win.
“you’ve got to start somewhere” – exactly what i need to hear!
I’d love to take the When I see you – frame class.
I would love to take the following
JEWELRY-MAKING BASICS
LOOPY LOOP EARRINGS
It would definitely be You’ve got to start somewhere to give me some motivation!
I would love to take the Nuts & Bolts of Launching a Creative Business. While my son is away in Afghanistan would be a good time to learn and keep my mind on positive projects. Love to meet my inspiration, Becky Higgins, too!
I would like the Hands on Workshop on photography
I would want to take the hands on photo class. Everyone knows how to take such cute pictures.
I would love to take the Count Your Blessings Necklace class if I lived close enough to attend. Thanks for the chance!
I would love to listen to Becky at the Creative Connection Event!
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I’d love the Signature Button and Felt Flower Headband class!
I’d love to hear Becky speak! She is an inspiration!
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I would love to take the hands on photography class! What a great inspiration Becky Higgins is.
I would love the hands on Photography workshop! (And the Art Journal one!)
Scrapbooking Simplified.
I would love to take the Stacy Julian class but, My choice would be ArtJournaling Daily but knowing me it would be full or sold out, so Brave Girl Soulbook would be my second.
I’d love to hear Becky Higgins and Stacy Julian speak!
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I wish I could take a class there. A conflict in my life at that time does not allow me to attend. I am however thrilled with the new concept for scrapbooking. I have always been of the thought that getting the pictures in a book quickly is better than leaving them in a drawer. I had never seen Becky Higgens products until reading this today. LOVE IT.
My first choice would be Scrapbooking Simplified – that is what I am trying to do as I get ready to go back to work full time. :(
can i choose all of the above???? i think i would have to pick one of the handmade classes ~ just not sure which one
I would LOVE to take the Artjournaling Daily class! Thank you so much for the chance to win!
I would take the Paper Fun with the Toymaker class and listen to Becky!
Paper Fun with the Toymaker sounds like great fun if I was near the area!! Thanks to Becky! She is great!
Hands on workshop – design. I find it hard to figure out design.
Thanks Becky.
It would be Stacy Jullian’s class. She is SO much fun and super inspiring!
I would want to listen to Becky. I love it when she makes videos and posts them on her blog … so fun to hear her enthusiasm when she talks about Project Life.
I’d take the Hands On Photography workshop. Thanks for the giveaway!
Paper Fun!!! Sounds like a wonderful class!!!
The hands on photography workshop looks great! Becky Higgins you rule!!! :)
I would love to go to the Creative Connection. I’d have a really hard time figuring out which class–they’re all so interesting! I need help growing my business, improving my cooking, and I’d absolutely love to get crafty! How to choose? Maybe ‘Growing your reach’.
I’m a believer. I have been a Becky fan since the beginning. I am about the same age as her too so I began to “fizzle out” on scrapbooking old school style about the same time she did. Thank heavens for Project Life. I have NEVER been caught up enough to have a COMPLETED album until my Project Life 2010. It is a great feeling:)
I’d take hands on photography! Thanks!
What a great idea! I am definitely busy and it seems daunting to pull out all my supplies. This looks so easy and fun. If I were going to TCCevent, I would take Traci Bautista’s Art Journaling Daily class. i love her use of bright colors.
Love Becky and her whole approach to life. I would definitely like to see her speak live!
My choice would be any class on journaling. Would like to learn more simple and meaningful way of recording little bits and pieces to accompany my precious memories.
I would love to take a mixed media class!
My favorite would be Becky. I just love her philosophy!
I’m a huge Becky Higgins fan, so I would love to listen to her speak.
I would love to see Becky and Stacy speak. What an amazing day that would be!
Hands on photography for me!
I’m betting the Keynote presentation will be inspiring. Seems like a great lineup in September.
I would love to meet Amy. I have dozens of her images, cd’s and patterns. She is my favorite!
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