*There is an awesome giveaway at the end of this post...but don't miss the goodstuff between this line and that one!! :)*
Years ago, when I first entered the scrapbooking world, there were few people as generous and genuine as my friend Christy Tomlinson.
I've always admired Christy for so many reasons. Her style blows me away, not just her pages and her impecable interior design skills, but also (and especially,the way she treats people...the way she lives her faith...the way she makese me laugh. Christy is doing amazing things, and I feel so honored and a little bit in awe that I get to witness it...even from a few states away.
I wanted to take this chance to interview my friend because I think her perspectives on art and family and business are inspiring.She truly is one of a kind.
Plus, she's one of my very favorite artists and one day I'm going to buy a CT Original to hang in my new home!!
Grab your coffee and pull up a chair...I'm so happy to share a little deeper look at my friend, Christy Tomlinson.
[Courtney] In a world with so many visual images, how do you think an artist can develop a style that's uniquely their own?
[Christy] The great thing about art is that we have all a history that we bring to the table. We have experiences and relationships that are unique only to us. Each of those experiences and relationships translate into art and so that is what each person creates that is uniquely their own. It's not necessarily about style...it's about the story being told.
[Courtney] I love that...telling our stories...Do you find you have voices of self doubt? And how do you silence them?
[Christy] Um.. heck yeah! I do everytime I start a new adventure in my life...but honestly...having good friends and a supportive husband keeps me grounded. I have to remember that if I don't try, I can't fail. And I would rather try a million times over and have one fantastic experience then never try and never have one.
[Courtney] And you've definitely done lots of amazing things! What advice do you have for someone wanting to turn their creativity into a business?
[Christy] Remember the internet and social networking are your friend. Millions and Millions of people are on the web so creating an online business is probably one of the KEY things to our success. We live in a small town, only 4000 people.There is no way our business would ever survive a "store front". But online, I have access to millions of customers and most of those customers have come from free or inexpensive advertising like social media networks, blogging, facebook. and twiter. Remember to be yourself. I TRULY believe it will work out, if it's meant to be. If it doesn't, it might not be the right time, or the right format.
[Courtney] For an artist, inspiration is so important...What (or who) inspires you?
[Christy] My life inspires me. Life experiences... friendships, deaths, celebrations, heartaches, fun memories...they inspire me. I can't imagine creating art without a purpose in mind. I mean I can, but wow, when there is emotion involved...it just has so much more meaning. you know? I have alot of favorite artists.Melody Ross is someone who inspires me emotionally. She is a TRUE gift. She can brings out the best in me. I also LOVE Somerset Studio magazine...so much inspiration in that magazine!
[Courtney] So once you're inspired, how do you get motivated? You're so busy! How do you do what you need to do even when you don't feel like it?
[Christy] My family motivates me. But honestly,it's a scary position to be in...the creative ideas, concepts, new products, new workshops...all of those things are what support my family. My husband supports me and helps run our store and is a WORKHORSE, but the concepts and ideas FALL on my shoulders. So my family motivates me. I have 6 kids, my husband and I work out of our home, so THIS is my livelihood, our full-time business. I admit there are days that I just need a break {like ANYONE who has a job or a stay at home mom taking care of kids) Oh my heck! We all need a break right? So I spend time doing things I love to do too. Read a book, have a get together with friends, Watch tv.. sleep. Sleep and more sleep. It's important to take time for ourselves.
[Courtney] As a mom, I keep wondering, how on earth you do it with SIX kids??
[Christy] Well, first off remember my husband is home full time. He works with me, so I guess we are both really busy, BUT our kids are extremely self sufficient and mature and they're hard workers. I grew up in a family of 13 and my husband a family of 8,so from the time we could talk we were doing chores to help keep the house clean and organized. Our kids do their own laundry (ages 6-15). They each have a dish night. They each have a night they cook (the younger ones pair up with the older ones). Don't get me wrong, my husband and I do too, but we ALL share in the responsibilities of the home. We are also the type of people that don't feel the need to be involved in EVERYTHING just because everyone else is. We don't push a ton of "extra" activities on our kids unless it's something they REALLY want to do. Why? just because the Jones' do? We do our own thing. Some people think we are weird, but we like to think we are low key! LOL
[Courtney] Ok, so what's a typical day life for your low key self? Be honest!!
[Christy] Ben and I up at 7:30, come downstairs and have prayer before my husband drives the kids to school. After they're gone, I go right into my office and start working (in my pj's, without my hair brushes or a bra on, etc). It's not usually until someone stops by unannounced or it's lunch time, that I realize I am still sitting in my pj's and haven't even put my contacts in and that's why my eyes hurt from squinting). That's when I go get dressed. We work until usually 5:00 PM. Just like most normal people. I am either ordering product for the store, working on an art piece for the blog, or my licensing agent. Or shooting video for an online class. Blogging, editing video, answering customer service emails... that's my day.
My kids get home around 3:00 and when they do I always take time to stop and make sure they are doing their homework, their afterschool jobs, that they are getting to scouts or other meetings they have. After diner, we either just hang out as a family, or go to "meeting" like games, or church things that we have as a family.. and then bedtime is around 8:00! We read scriptures and have prayer and then after the kids are in bed my husband and I snuggle on the couch and watch tv. It's SO important for us to have down time. AND to have a relationship outside of "work". We work together 24 hours a day. Never apart. We have for 14 years of our 17 years of marriage. So we have a very awesome and productive business relationship.. but it's important for us to really take time for our "personal" relationship too. Same with my kids.
[Courtney] If I had to describe you in three words, I would say "Inspiring, creative and genuine." How would YOU describe yourself?
[Christy] Motiviated, Funny and Low key.
[Courtney] You're so positive and encouraging. What do you make of the negativity and criticism that's out there in the creative world?
[Christy] Honestly, I don't hear it...I do my own thing. I do this because it's my life and my job and it supports my family. If I let myself get caught up in catty message boards or mean websites, I would NEVER move forward AND I would question every decision I make worrying if those decisions would end up on those "message boards or websites". So I don't. Really honestly, we are all just wonderful people trying to do wonderful things... so I LOVE and support everyone.
[Courtney] I know you, like me, have a strong faith...I'm curious how it influences your daily life? Your relationships? Your art?
[Christy] My faith IS my life. It always has been. My husband and I live our life around our religion (we are LDS) and we believe every opportunity, every idea, every "break", every good thing that happens to us is a blessing from God. We also believe every heartache or trial or hardship is also a gift from God... in that we can grow and learn from those experiences and it makes us stronger. I believe there is a beautiful life waiting for me after this one, and my relationships and knowledge and life experiences are ALL I get to take with me. I believe I have the opportunity to be with my family forever depending on how I live in this life. So my life is centered around living so I can be with them forever. So It has a huge influence in every part of my day to day. It does. Wow. That was intense! LOL.
[Courtney] I love your passion, so much...but since I also know you as a fun girl, let's end on a goofy question. If you had to eat one meal for the rest of your life...what would it be?
[Christy] Ham, mashed potatoes and frozen peas. YUM.
Do you see why I love this girl? If you missed her She Art mixed media workshop, I'd highly recommend it! And ...this is the best part...I'm super SUPER excited because Christy has a new workshop...This time, she'll tackle art journaling...a subject near and dear to my own heart!
So today, Christy is giving away a seat in her new class, it's called "She Had Three Hearts."
You can read more about this class HERE, but trust me, Christy's workshops are amazing and it will be well worth the $35.
If you'd like to win a spot in this awesome online class, all you have to do is leave a comment on this post before midnight (MST) on March 30th. In honor of my daughter's tenth birthday, I'll draw a winner on Thursday, March 31st!
Facebook, blog or tweet about this giveaway and you can enter up to three more times! How's that for spiffy?
And don't you dare click out of this without commenting and say "I'm not creative." None of that crazy talk on this blog, missy.
Special thanks to Christy for sharing so much of herself, with this interview and just with her life in general. Now, what are you waiting for?
Leave a comment!!
*All images are property of Christy Tomlinson
Wow, what a great interview! I didn't know all these cool art-talents of Christy Tomlinson (that came out wrong... I meant, I only "know" her in a scrapbooking capacity.) Thanks for a lovely morning read : )
Posted by: elizabeth | March 25, 2011 at 09:34 AM
Thanks for the informative interview! I am excited to try a "new" creative area, for me. Whenever someone tells me, "I'm not creative." I remind them"You are creative because the creator lives within you!" Really enjoy your blogs, Courtney. Keep up the good work!
Posted by: Dayna Rogers | March 25, 2011 at 09:44 AM
I've really enjoyed Christy's She Art class. This post has been a great way to get to "know" her, even if we're not face to face. Her next Workshop looks Awesome! Thankyou!
Posted by: Donna Peter | March 25, 2011 at 01:14 PM
Wow, Courtney. Once again....inspiring. I just started to dabble in artsy play. I love the paintings you have shared on your fb and blog accounts and have visited Christy's webpage. I have always had that fear that Christy talks about, only I have let it hinder me from even trying anything new. Now that Jared and Rae are both in college (and so am I) I have decided not to live in fear and to explore my creative side. I have my paints and scrapping paper and I am picking up my first canvas today! YAY!!! I will keep you posted....pardon the pun. Hee hee <3
Posted by: Karen Larson<3 | March 25, 2011 at 02:43 PM
Great interview! I would love to win this class. I so need something to get my mojo back.
Thanks!!
Posted by: Renee | March 25, 2011 at 03:18 PM
Oh I love both of you and am doing Christy's class now! I too, love how down to earth she is and her talent...well that just blows me away! I took Melody's SR class a while back and that really got me back into art journaling! I can't wait for Christy's class and thank you for the opportunity to win a spot in the class!!
Posted by: Jennifer Wright | March 25, 2011 at 03:41 PM
Awesome awesome awesome! I didn't do the She Art class but I would LOOOOOOOOOOOVE to get in on this one. Thanks for the chance to win sweetie!
Smiles,
Wendy
Posted by: Wendy Hammer (Reed) | March 25, 2011 at 04:15 PM
Great interview, Courtney! Christy & her art are so inspiring!! I was kicking myself for not finding out about her first art class until it was too late, so I'd love to get into this one! Thanks for the chance!
Posted by: Leslie @ {Tiny Wings} | March 25, 2011 at 04:30 PM
Okay -- I just realized that I'm NOT too late for class #1! Woot!! :-)
Posted by: Leslie @ {Tiny Wings} | March 25, 2011 at 04:32 PM
I enjoyed the interview, and would love to win a spot in the class!
Posted by: Janet | March 25, 2011 at 04:38 PM
I found myself wanting to "like" all of her responses! Lol. Too much facebook. Love this interview. It is something that I needed to fuel me back into creating. I would love to win a spot in her art journaling class! :)
Posted by: Amber Zimmerman | March 25, 2011 at 05:06 PM
I facebooked it. :) Do you think "facebooked" counts as a verb?
Posted by: Amber Zimmerman | March 25, 2011 at 05:40 PM
An amazing interview from an amazing lady - a true artist who inspires in so many ways.
I loved the She Art workshop and would love to win a spot on the three hearts workshop as journaling is one of my major struggles!
Posted by: TracieH | March 25, 2011 at 06:04 PM
Awesome interview! I am taking the She Art class as well and can't wait for this next class. I SO hope I win! Thank you
Posted by: Cristi Clothier | March 25, 2011 at 06:06 PM
I've linked this interview on Facebook! I can't wait for this workshop to start!!
Posted by: Donna Peter | March 25, 2011 at 06:14 PM
I love hearing more about Christy and her day to day like with family, friends and her art. Just finished her "She Art" class and have signed up for "She Had Three Hearts" in April.....can't wait! Love Christy and her faith inspires me.
Posted by: logan wilhelm | March 25, 2011 at 06:14 PM
What a lovely, open and honest interview. Thanks for the chance to win this great class!!
Posted by: Nancy Lefko | March 25, 2011 at 06:20 PM
I ADORE CHRISTY!!!
her authenticity is so refreshing and i was blessed enough to be at BGC with her.
oxoxox
kolleen
ps...super fun interview! great questions!!!
Posted by: kolleen | March 25, 2011 at 06:20 PM
Thank you so much for this interview with Christy! I enjoyed every second of it! I am currently taking her She Art Workshop and really loving it. As I read her responses to your questions, I could just hear her (having watched her on video) - that was so fun! I would so love to win a seat in her Three Hearts Workshop - thanks so much for the opportunity! And Happy Birthday to your daughter!
Posted by: Teresa Jaye | March 25, 2011 at 06:28 PM
I'm signed up for SheArt but already know I want to sign up for the next one ;)
Posted by: Martha Richardson | March 25, 2011 at 06:39 PM
What a great interview. I just signed up for the She Art Workshop and can't wait to get started. My original intentions were to do this type of art for journaling so it's great she is doing a journal class. It's hard to wait until April 11th for the class:-)
Posted by: Carol | March 25, 2011 at 06:39 PM
Love this interview with Christy . I did take the She Art class and it was amazing. So neat to learn more about the wonderful woman behind it. Would love to win a spot in the new art journal class. My 10 yr old and I plan on doing it together. Thanks for the chance to win.
Posted by: Katie W | March 25, 2011 at 06:44 PM
Great interview! I hafe so enjoyed Christy's She Art workshop! I learned soooooo much! I'm looking forward to the next class. Happy 10th birthday to your dd!
Posted by: Samantha Wales | March 25, 2011 at 06:50 PM
I enjoyed Christy's interview however, now I feel like a slug . She has six kids and a husband and gets so much done in one day.
Posted by: Vicki | March 25, 2011 at 06:53 PM
I took Christy's She Art Workshop. I learned so much and can't wait for the next one. Christy is such a real person and very giving. I love all her fresh ideas and art techniques.
Posted by: Beth b | March 25, 2011 at 07:02 PM
Courtney, I enjoyed your interview with Christy. Thanks for helping us get to know her through the interesting questions of a friend. I am new to your blog, and although it was admitedly the interview with Christy that brought me here, I can see that you have blog appeal in your own right! I'll be back! Thanks for the opportunity to win She Had Three Hearts. I'll be joining Christy for She Art next month, and hopefully, for Three Hearts soon after!
Posted by: Debby Ebeling | March 25, 2011 at 07:09 PM
great interview, thanks for a chance at your giveaway.
Posted by: Brigitte | March 25, 2011 at 07:18 PM
When I signed up for Soul Restoration, I had no idea where I was being led. Soon after, Christy befriended me and I have been amazed at her openess, creativity and beautiful spirit ever since. Thanks so much for sharing more of yourself, Christy and reaching out to me. I struggle with the art journal that I started in Soul Restoration so would love to learn more about art journaling. I am enrolled in the next She Art Workshop and hope that helps a bit. Thanks so much, Christy!!!!!!
Posted by: Lpb1417 | March 25, 2011 at 07:19 PM
great interview. love real people. positive is my motto. thanks so much for this giveaway. would love to win. already signed up for She art, can't wait so excited.
Posted by: laura huffman | March 25, 2011 at 07:22 PM
i took Christy's first workshop and just loved the videos. i only finished one girl before the earthquake in Japan threw everything off. I am military overseas and love being able to take classes online, I would love to win this next class.
Posted by: Trish Garcia | March 25, 2011 at 07:40 PM
I would love to win a spot in Christy's class. I just took the she art class and loved it!!!!
thx for the chance
Posted by: donna | March 25, 2011 at 08:11 PM
I was in the first class and really want to take the next one too!
Posted by: susan lew | March 25, 2011 at 08:14 PM
Thank you for the great interview! It's nice to get a more personal perspective on an artist you truly admire. I am hoping to take both of her online classes but wouldn't say no to winning a spot! LOL!
Posted by: Heidi Myers | March 25, 2011 at 08:20 PM
I've just blogged about this awesome interview and giveaway, too! http://notbusyenuf.blogspot.com/2011/03/christy-tomlinson-giveaway.html
Posted by: Heidi Myers | March 25, 2011 at 08:43 PM
I am signed up for the SheArt class in April and can't wait to begin! I would LOVE to take this one also! Thanks for a chance to win! :)
Posted by: Tina | March 25, 2011 at 08:46 PM
Shared it on Facebook, too! Thanks again for the awesome read and chance to win.
Posted by: Heidi Myers | March 25, 2011 at 08:47 PM
I loved the she art class! Would love the opporunity to take her next class!!
Posted by: Juel | March 25, 2011 at 08:48 PM
Great interview! Christy is so fun and funny in her class videos - they are wonderful. She is also very talented. I enjoyed learning more about her here. The SheArt Workshop is fabulous!!! If you haven't taken it, then go sign up! I would love to take the She Has Three Hearts Workshop next.
Posted by: Desiree | March 25, 2011 at 08:54 PM
Christy is wonderful. She has such a kindness ...the only kind that come from deep down. Her workshop is awesome! I learned so much and Christy makes it so easy to understand and to explore your artist within. I'm so excited about her new class coming up. I just can't wait to get started on it!
Posted by: Alice | March 25, 2011 at 09:01 PM
Great interview, fabulous inspiration! TFS
~Robin
Posted by: Robin Redd | March 25, 2011 at 09:24 PM
Perfect read with my bedtime tea :) Now I will dream of paint and all things artsy :) Thank-you
Posted by: Katie Squires | March 25, 2011 at 09:35 PM
Great interview. Thanks for sharing. (my daughter's birthday is 3/31).
Posted by: Kerry | March 25, 2011 at 09:47 PM
Thank you for sharing this interview. Very inspiring. I'm signed up for the next She Art course (can hardly wait!) but would LOVE to do the art journaling course also.
Posted by: Terri | March 25, 2011 at 09:54 PM
I loved the She Art Workshop and would love to win a spot on the journaling ecourse!
Posted by: Amanda S. | March 25, 2011 at 10:03 PM
Thank you so much for the great interview. I am so excited about taking the She Art class beginning in April. Journaling always is a challenge for me, so I would love to take the other course. Thank you for the chance to win!
Posted by: Shelty | March 25, 2011 at 10:11 PM
I don't know how it's possible I'm just discovering these workshops, but I'm very excited! I hope I win!
Posted by: Che'Marie | March 25, 2011 at 10:15 PM
i love christy's work. truly inspiring. and would i love to experience this new class!!!
Posted by: amy jo | March 25, 2011 at 10:21 PM
Thanks for the chance to win!!
Posted by: Kim | March 25, 2011 at 10:28 PM
Loved the SheArt workshop!!! I think this one will be awesome too. Thanks for the chance to win.
Posted by: Susan Probetts | March 25, 2011 at 10:45 PM
I loved the She ARt workshop and I know the Three Heart workshop will be just as awesome.
Posted by: Laura Clauson | March 25, 2011 at 11:06 PM
This was a great interview and I could just picture Christy answering the questions.
I am so excited to take her She ARt workshop, I am going to sign up for the one starting in April. Of course, if I won my spot I'd totally be over the moon happy.
Thank you for this wonderful interview.
Posted by: dawn b | March 25, 2011 at 11:32 PM
I posted the interview on FB. Thank you again both you ladies for the interview, great questions and great answers and thank you for the give a way.
Posted by: dawn b | March 25, 2011 at 11:36 PM
I've already signed up for this class, but I would love to gift a spot to a friend if I win!!
Posted by: JJ | March 25, 2011 at 11:41 PM
Thank you for sharing that awesome interview. I would love to win a chance for her workshop!! That would be great! I just started art journaling, literally, a week ago. I just signed up for the second round of her She Art workshop. I so can't wait for it to start!
Posted by: Angela Thompson | March 26, 2011 at 12:29 AM
I would be so excited to win a spot in the class. It looks like such a creative explosion of fun.
Posted by: michelle p. from wa | March 26, 2011 at 12:50 AM
Grand interview-I was hoping to take this class too.
Posted by: Karin Canazzi | March 26, 2011 at 01:17 AM
Great interview. Thank you for so much insight! Sure I would like to win a seat ;-) !!! Keeping my fingers crossed from now!
Have a nice weekend - Irma
Posted by: Irma | March 26, 2011 at 01:33 AM
the She Art Workshop is by far the best online class I've ever taken... she puts her heart and soul in her job.
Thank You so much for the great interview... she is simple amazing...
and thank you for this giveaway.
I'll post about this tomorrow on my FB wall.
Posted by: Tere | March 26, 2011 at 02:02 AM
Christy is amazing!!! Her Art unbelievable! She is an incredible teacher! And, she is SO REAL!
If this next workshop is anything like She Art (and, I know it will be), we are in for some crazy, fun artsy adventure! {LUV} you |Christy!
Posted by: Hagershut | March 26, 2011 at 02:45 AM
Thanks for letting us know more about Christy and for the chance to win!
Posted by: Sandra | March 26, 2011 at 04:01 AM
Thank you to both of you for sharing your lives with us. I would love to win a place on the 3 hearts course. Thanks for the opportunity
Posted by: Bernice | March 26, 2011 at 04:08 AM
Such a great interview.....I loved the She Art Class...I would love to take her next class as well...she has taught me so much...thank you for the opportunity..
Posted by: sherry french | March 26, 2011 at 06:28 AM
I tweeted this as well..;-)
Posted by: sherry french | March 26, 2011 at 06:28 AM
Art journaling is right up my alley too. Would love a seat in this class with Christy, as it sounds inspiring and fun
Posted by: Dianne | March 26, 2011 at 06:39 AM
So great to get to know Christy a little bit better. I've done here She Art workshop last month and I enjoyed every second of it. Can't wait to start this class too! Thanks for the chance to win a spot in this class with this great teacher!!!
Posted by: Sandra | March 26, 2011 at 07:41 AM
Loved the first workshop...would be thrilled to win a spot in the second!
Posted by: Kelley Fewer | March 26, 2011 at 07:45 AM
Christy is so inspiring! I have signed up for the next she-art class and would love a chance to win a place on the next class!
Posted by: Becs | March 26, 2011 at 08:18 AM
I would so love to win a spot in this class!! I am taking the She Art workshop and love it!! Christy truly has a gift for teaching and is a fanasitcally great person!!
Posted by: jennifer h | March 26, 2011 at 08:25 AM
Thank you for doing this interview! I took Christy's She Art class and was amazed at her work and the beauty that shined through her videos. She is a definite role model. Plus she shared so many great techniques!!!
Posted by: September | March 26, 2011 at 08:42 AM
Wow! What a great interview. I love Christy's work and she's such an amazing girl too! I've been taking the Sheart workshop and would love to win a spot in Christy's new workshop-thank you, thank you!
Posted by: kim | March 26, 2011 at 09:01 AM
This is such an awesome interview! I just discovered Christy's blog and work and it was so interesting to learn more about her! Of course, I'd love to win a spot in her workshop - thanks so much for the opportunity! :-)
And I hope your daughter will be having a wonderful birthday - Happy Birthday to her!
Posted by: Rosie Grey | March 26, 2011 at 09:09 AM
Courtney (and Christy) Thanks so much for this awesome giveaway... I loved the She Art workshop, and I'm so with you on how inspiring Christy is. She makes me laugh and her work touches a part of me that holds both awe and the urge to create. I'm hoping that She Had 3 Hearts is in the plans for me...
So nice to get a larger look at the world that Christy creates in.
Posted by: whispersandwishes | March 26, 2011 at 09:11 AM
Great interview. I just took the She Art class and absolutely loved it and, of course, just fell in love with Christy. I can't wait for the next class to begin. And, since I haven't registered yet it would be wonderful to win it. Thanks so much.
Posted by: Candice Salter | March 26, 2011 at 09:17 AM
Awesome interview!! I love Christy's She Art girl class! She is a natural teacher. I know this one will rock!!
Posted by: Bea | March 26, 2011 at 09:30 AM
Christy sounds like someone I would just Love as a friend! The interview was really good! I love the honesty and integrity. I am getting my day started based on this interview...I am going to have a FABULOUS DAY! Thank you both for sharing and the opportunity to win a great prize! Blessings to you both, Pat B
Posted by: Pat Baulos | March 26, 2011 at 09:32 AM
I shared on fb. Wonderful interview!
Posted by: Juel | March 26, 2011 at 09:46 AM
Christy has such a beautiful style that I adore. Can't wait to be able to take one of her classes some day.
Posted by: Lynda Smith | March 26, 2011 at 09:48 AM
Christy is so inspiring. Her interview truly made me smile. Looks like a fab class!!!
Posted by: Selena | March 26, 2011 at 09:53 AM
Shared on FB!
Posted by: Lynda Smith | March 26, 2011 at 09:53 AM
WOW, I check Christy's blog, and love her outlook and work, but thanks! I learned so much more about her and feel even more inspired, I haven't stepped out to try this mixed media yet, but I am EAGER to learn! Thanks!!!
Posted by: cheryl | March 26, 2011 at 09:59 AM
the more i learn about sweet christy the more i enjoy and admire her. the she-art workshop has been such a wonderful experience. and i'm thrilled about the success of her shop...would love to win a spot in her journaling class too...xoxo
great interview by the way!
Posted by: Cristina-Sweet Pea Ink | March 26, 2011 at 10:03 AM
I am taking her She Art class right now and I LOVE IT!!! I think she is amazing and I would love to take her next class!!!
Posted by: Paige | March 26, 2011 at 10:17 AM
Sounds like fun!
Posted by: Kelli | March 26, 2011 at 10:24 AM
Great interview! I've been following Christy's blog and would love a spot in the class.
Posted by: Angela Fehr | March 26, 2011 at 10:38 AM
Loved the interview Courtney....Christie is amazing and the She Art workshop was SO, SO much fun. I'm still creating girls and just can't stop. I would love to win a spot in her next class!
Posted by: joanne | March 26, 2011 at 10:50 AM
Such a great interview and I love the art!! I have been inspired to take the She-art class by seeing so many of my friends take it recently!! I can't wait! I think I am going to be a regular in Christy's classes!! :)
Posted by: Jane Fernandez | March 26, 2011 at 10:52 AM
Such an inspiring interview. I'm so excited that I didn't totally miss out on the first She Art workshop and have signed up for the next session. It would be totally awesome to win a spot for the Art Journalling workshop too. I need more help with the written part of my art. Thanks, Courtney!
Posted by: Kathi | March 26, 2011 at 10:53 AM
I am amazed at Christy's creativity. So beautiful! And all while being such a busy mom.
Posted by: Tina F. | March 26, 2011 at 11:20 AM
What a great interview! I enjoyed it SO much... So many of my Soul Restoration friends took Christy's She Art workshop and I watched as they posted their amazing pieces of art, and sat there jealous as all get out.
You are an inspiration, Christy! Thank you...
Posted by: Sandi Tygar | March 26, 2011 at 11:20 AM
After finding you via christy's blog, I've just spent the last hour reading yours! I love how straightforward and honest you are. It was just what I needed today as I'm feeling pretty overwhelmed at the moment. Winning a spot in Christy's class would be wonderful as I've just finished her She Art one and loved it! Thanks for the opportunity. Lori
Posted by: Lori Danyluk | March 26, 2011 at 11:31 AM
I have been a huge fan of Christy since her days at Chatterbox. The She Art Workshop was amazing. It brings out the artist in you. Her videos are addicting. I watched the first week in one day. Loved the workshop. Can't wait for She Had Three Hearts.
Posted by: Cristina M. | March 26, 2011 at 11:38 AM
Christy is just amazing. I am honored to have taken her 1st She Art Workshop. She is so inspiring and just a hoot in her videos !! She opened up my world of grief,my husband passed away July 14th 2010. I have always been creative and loved doing art my way. I stopped doing what I loved the day he left passed away. As God would have it I followed links and found Christy. She opened up my creative heart and has helped get those juices flowing once again. The grief is lifting and I am living a dream... with my art !! Thank you Courtney and Christy !!!xxxxx
Posted by: Kristy T. | March 26, 2011 at 11:39 AM
gosh you and christy are BOTH awesome and inspiring! i love reading both your blogs and i'd love to have a chance to attend her classes!
Posted by: Aichaku | March 26, 2011 at 11:43 AM
So glad I was able to read this interview. Christy is the first true craft/art influence that I trusted. Years ago, I was researching scrap kits and came across Scarlet Lime. Her websites have been my first 'go to' ever since. I knew there was that 'special something' about her and learning about her strong faith and family confirmed it to me. No wonder I was led to her sight. I am inspired by her and enjoy cruising the blogs of her friends that she has listed on her blog. What a sweet treat, thanks for taking the time to do the interview.
Posted by: Stephanie | March 26, 2011 at 11:50 AM
This would be SO AWESOME to win!! Thanks for the giveaway! Very creative.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY too!!! WOW double digit time!!! :0)
Posted by: Michele | March 26, 2011 at 12:05 PM
I've also "blogged" about the giveaway!
http://theknittedlamb.blogspot.com/2011/03/another-creative-giveaway-going-on.html
Posted by: Michele | March 26, 2011 at 12:15 PM
I so enjoyed Christys interview... Thanks for the chance at a giveaway...
Posted by: shar walker | March 26, 2011 at 12:54 PM
Always great to find out more about the people I admire....love Christy's art...now loving her as a person! How cool is that?! So glad to find your blog too! Thanks for posting the interview, more of Christy's art and for the giveaway! Already have been blessed! and the happiest of birthday wishes to your daughter!
Posted by: Patty Boyd | March 26, 2011 at 01:03 PM
I recently discovered Christy's blog and am so excited that I did! I've watched all her tutorials and love watching her process. She makes it all look easy! After learning a little more about her from your interview, I am even more excited for this chance to win a seat in one of her workshops. Happy 10th Birthday to your daughter!
Posted by: Debbie | March 26, 2011 at 02:44 PM
Wow what an awesome chance to win a place on Christy;s next class, thanks for the chance.
Posted by: Jacqui | March 26, 2011 at 02:53 PM