{Reported by Ashley Harris}
While at CHA the big buzz was the new Maggie Holmes Collection by Crate Paper. Now I must say that I was one to jump on the Must-Have-It band wagon. For good reason!! Let's get to it.
What I liked:
-Love the colors in it. Very hip and fresh.
-Love Love Love the fabric frames. So fun to work with!
-The ribbon bows were super cute and just fabulous!
-The foam thickers. I LOVE THEM! The glitter is fun and stays on the letters. I need more of them!
What I didn't like:
-The adhesive backed chipboard. The images are fantastic, but the chipboard separates from the adhesive while you are trying to punch it out. If it doesn't come off then, it comes off while trying to peel the backing off the adhesive. Now this wasn't a big deal for me because I just put my own adhesive on it. However, if you are going to make it with adhesive backing, you should make sure that the adhesive stays on the chipboard.
What I made:
Supplies: Cardstock: Bazzill Basics Kraft; Pearls: Doodlebug Design; All other Products: Maggie Holmes Collection by Crate Paper
Where and How Much:
Product: Maggie Holmes Collection
Manufacturer: Crate Paper
MSRP: --
Available Online: Not available online just yet.
Bottom Line: I love this collection. Faulty chipboard aside, it was just a pleasure to work with! This one I would definitely want in my stash if I were you!
What do you think? Was this collection on your must have list from CHA? Well you are in luck! Leave a comment by midnight EST on Tuesday to be entered to win some Maggie Holmes goodnes!! U.S. residents only and please leave a way you can be contacted if you win!
47 comments:
I loved, loved, loved Maggie's collection-one of my top 3 favorites from CHA!
The collection is absolutely beautiful.
I have been in love with this collection from the moment I saw it! LOVE the colors and patterns - and Crate Paper always makes me happy with the texture of their papers!
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I think this collection is just gorgeous!! I especially love those gold Thickers!
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What a great pick to review first!!!! One of my must haves from CHA too! I love your mini.
Love this new collection, and wow, you really made a lot with it, especially love the mini. I love the glitter thickets and the bows and the papers are so pretty!
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Your projects look amazing! I am SO in love with this collection and can't wait to get my hands on it! Thanks for the chance to win. :)
- April W (april121499(AT)yahoo(DOT)com)
Yes, this is definitely on my must-have list, especially after seeing it in person at CHA. I want to wallpaper my house in that bird print! I'd love to win - thank you so much for the chance!
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This is definitely one of my top favorite releases from CHA. Your work is beautiful and I would love to win it
oh yes! I do LOVE this one! That flip book you made is amazing!
At first glance I didn't think the colors would fit my likes but after seeing how you used it I can see how I could incorporate it in smaller doses and really use it well. I like now.
Crate Paper is just one of my all time faves! I love your flip mini.
I see great potential in the musical note paper and the blue bird paper. Can't wait to see it!
My favorite item is the glitter alphabet. Beautiful!
Cute! Love the music paper.
I love the colors in this collection.
I would probably agree with you on the chipboard---I find that problem with lots of chipboard though
This collection is gorgeouS! I love that it is fun, too!! Thanks for a chance to win--I'd be thrilled! kmassman gmail
I am a huge fan of Maggie Holmes. When I saw this in the CHA reveals on the CP website one paper caught my eye - the bokeh. This was like a little appetizer leading me to explore the whole line. I think I have watched EVERY you tube video, and found every Pinterest pin, and have pronounced on FB that this line is my absolute favorite of ALL the 2013 Winter lines. I was excited to see your review today. And would be honored and grateful if you pick me.
I think this is a beautiful line! I love the vintage romantic feel!!! Jessica D.
I absolutely adore this gorgeous collection from Maggie Holmes! Great review and love what the reviewer did with the line! Lisa Risser can be reached at Rcadiebug@charter.net
i love this crate paper collection. thanks for the chance. mailme58@aol.com
I have been in love with this collection since the moment I saw it, I am pretty sure Maggie designed it just for me!!
Way to kick booty with all the darling projects
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I always always love Crate's collections, and I've admired Maggie Holmes's work for a long time...so naturally, this line is one of my CHA faves. Pretty colors, the ribbon bows look super-cute, and I'm so glad to hear your review that the glitter actually stays ON those Thickers!
I absolutely love this collection! It's gorgeous!
Beautiful collection and love what you did with it.
I love this collection. Maggie is a wonderful designer and I'm so happy for her. Rebeccacell@gmail.com
Love the whole collection, but those gold Thickers really grabbed my attention!
Oh I love the projects you made with this collection! the chipboard pieces are just beautiful, but I would share your frustration with the adhesive backing coming off too. Thanks for the chance to win goodies!
The little ribbon bows are to die for! I love your mini album too.
Great projects. I had never heard of the company before but it looks like some fun products. Thanks for the chance to win!
Ohhhh this is definitely one at the top of my list from CHA. I cant wait to see it in person. Thanks for the fun giveaway.
Very pretty colors. My list of must haves form CHA includes just about everything, this collection included!
Gorgeous projects! These are papers I know I could put to good use!
I love the new mini album design. Super cool!!!
Cute little CHA mini album! Is that clipboard-type back part of the collection too?
I love Crate Paper and I super love this collection! I like everything you did with it!
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so adored this collection - probably my top must have from cha. Bummed to read about the adhesive, but thats why we have glue, right! Your album is adorable - love the base you used.
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Wow - your projects are so beautiful! I love this collection! Crate Paper is always a favorite for me. I love the fabric frames and all the pretty papers!! Thanks for the giveaway.
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What a GORGEOUS collection!! I loved the little album you made with it! The fabric frames are adorable; awesome layouts too. I think this one might have to go on my must-have list too!
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I love the new collection. Those frames are awesome! Thanks for sharing.
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Maggie's collection is one of my absolute favorites from CHA! Maggie + Crate Paper = A win, win situation!!! I also like the new Heidi Swapp, the sneaks that October Afternoon shared on Facebook, and Simple Stories! Thank you for this fab review!
This is a beautiful new collection and i would love to win some. So happy she teamed up with Crate Paper.
I LOVE it!!!!
This collection is gorgeous! Thanks for the chance!
I like this collection too - the small flower prints, the dark blue, the doily paper!
I love the colors and patterns in this collection.
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