With our recent move, I’ve kind of felt like we’ve got a fresh start. Not only with the house itself (I love a good decorating project!), but also with our daily routines. With the kids in different preschools, with new schedules and commutes our schedule is completely different than it used to be. I decided that it was the perfect time to create a little pocket in my day devoted to learning.
I think it’s important to keep expanding your horizons and learning new things, whether it be related to your work or just for fun. I know a lot of people focus on exercising regularly, so why wouldn’t you want to exercise your brain regularly as well? 😉 I love the idea of taking classes, but when it comes right down to it, my schedule is always changing and it’s super hard to commit to a regularly-scheduled class. So that’s where online learning comes in. I can learn when it’s convenient for me AND in the comfort of my own home.
I decided to partner with Skillshare, a popular online learning community for this post. I really love their set-up; you pay just $10/mth and you have access to thousands of online classes any time you need them. I’ve joined less than a month ago and I’ve already taken several courses, all of them easy to understand and packed with so much information. I focused on a few “just because” ones, some business-related ones and some a combo of both work AND play. Better yet? Skillshare is giving a way an annual membership to one lucky reader! Want to get started right away? You can get 3 months for just $0.99 with code copycat99. More details at the bottom of this post.
First class I took was “Knitting 101: Create A Timeless Snood“. My Mom taught me how to knit a long, long time ago and I’ve completely forgotten. I’ve always wanted to learn again and make some fabulous wool or maybe even cashmere scarves, hats and blankets. I loved that this class seemed straight-forward and at the end of it you’d actually have something to show for the effort. And hello stripes? Sold.
Next up was “Portrait Photography: Working with Natural Light“. As a career blogger, photography is pretty important to me. It’s something I really enjoy too. And not just taking pictures of decor and furniture 😉 I love taking pictures of family and friends and lighting and editing is so important. This class really helped me get a better grasp on using dramatic light to create unique pictures. I loved the quick and dirty editing sesh too. Overall, a great introduction to different kinds of light and how to use it to make your photographs so much better.
Last but not least I delved into the “Fundamentals of Lightroom I: Organize Files and Boost Your Workflow“. I currently use Apple Photos to store all of my photos and use Photoshop to edit them. I’ve known for awhile now that Lightroom was the way to go when it came to organizing and editing my pictures, but haven’t made the switch because I’m just not familiar with it. I figured the time had come and was excited to learn more about the Lightroom workflow. SO enlightening. And it gave me the courage to revamp and reorganize my photos and work process to make it more efficient and productive.
Have you guys ever tried online classes? What did you think? So easy right? For a limited time Skillshare is offering 3 months of premium membership to Copy Cat Chic readers for only $.99. Pretty screaming, deal, right? Click here to redeem it! And leave me a comment on what class you’re going to take first, I’d love to get some more suggestions to add to my to-do list 😉
AND Skillshare is offering one lucky, lucky winner a free 12 month subscription! Just imagine the possibilities with a whole year of unlimited classes. Enter below using the rafflecopter widget!
Photography by Jessica Doll from HejDoll.
This post was in partnership with Skillshare. Thanks for supporting Copy Cat Chic and our generous sponsors.
Enricoh Alfonzo says
looks really wicked! I wish you the best of luck with it
Robin Masshole Mommy says
I love this. I totally want to try this, too! Best of luck to you!
Ana De- Jesus says
OOh I would love to win a 12 month subscription that is so generous of them to offer it to your readers.
Laura Starner says
The photography class sounds sounds very interesting. It would fit right in with blogging.
Michelle Gwynn Jones says
I love learning new things. Right now I am taking a photography course.
Amanda says
I hadn’t heard of this, but I love to learn new things!
maria says
Awesome idea! on another note, where did you buy that rug in the photo? 🙂 I love it.
Reichel says
It’s the paddle rug from RugsUSA 🙂
Amy Jones says
Never heard of this, really looking forward to trying though. Thanks for the info!
Brandi H says
Nice! Thanks for sharing a giveaway.
Jessica Cassidy says
that awesome that you learn how to knit and photography is next.
Elizabeth O. says
This is an awesome opportunity for moms who would love to learn but doesn’t have the time to go out and attend a class. I will totally check this out and see what courses interest me!
Rachel Mouton says
I have never heard of skillshare. I really want to learn how to knit, though. I think I’m going to give it a try 🙂
Karlaroundtheworld | Karla says
Nice choice! I’m always eager for more learning opportunites and resources. $10 ain’t bad if you consider the fact that what you’ll learn is what you want and can be used for any greater puroose and enjoyment for the rest of your life.
Ana Fernandez says
Love the opportunities to learn! Skillshare is a fantastic way to do it!
KRYSTLE COOK says
Learning new skills is so important. It keeps us busy. Skillshare sounds like a great place to do it.
Sophie says
Such a great way to hone your skills in the comforts of your own home. i just might have to explore skillshare during my free time. thanks for sharing!
Michelle Blackwood says
Wow, I would love to do some of their classes!
Kathy BP says
I really need to check this out. Skillshare sounds great to me. I’d love to learn a bit more about PHOTOGRAPHY too.
michelle says
(Sorry, this may appear in caps and i Don’t know why) thanks! signed up. So excited. want to tak the diy leather bucket bag class!
BeRlin says
This is something i would like to be involved with. I would want to learn knItting and crochet as well as improve my photography know hows. I Hope i could find a similar Group offering such courSEs here in our country.
Maya says
I’ve Never heard of skillshare before! What a great service! I’m all about learning!
Dawn gibson-thigpen says
oh this looks like an awesome service. i am gonna look more into it. thanks so much for sharing
Liz Mays says
No more excuses about trying new things, huh? This is such a fun idea!
Tiffany says
This is great!! I love that there is another option to just looking something up on youtube. what an awesome way to learn a new skill!