About Us

Nestled in the stunning Waitākere Ranges, in a little slice of paradise called Laingholm, our studio is where creativity meets craftsmanship. Laingholm is one of Auckland’s best-kept secrets-ssshhh!

My Guestbook was dreamed up over a cup of coffee in 2014, but the journey began even earlier. Back in 2007, I launched My Canvas, creating fine art photo prints and canvas keepsakes. For years, the two brands coexisted, but behind the scenes, it was always just one studio, and one person: me.

Hi, I’m Tracey - owner, maker, dreamer, and wearer of all the hats. After the first COVID lockdown, I realised juggling two websites, two Facebook pages, and two Instagram accounts was bonkers. So I merged everything into one beautiful space: My Guestbook.

When I left my corporate job to start the business, I told myself it was for better work-life balance and a chance to unleash some creativity. Who was I kidding? I probably work more hours now - but I love every guestbook I make. Each one is a reflection of the life I’ve built: full of love, laughter, and the joy of creating something meaningful.

It all started in a spare bedroom, then spilled onto the kitchen table. Eventually, I graduated to the garage—great for space, not so much for natural light. Today, I work from a dedicated studio just 30 steps from my front door, surrounded by trees and birdsong. It’s more rustic than glamorous, but we’ve got a Nespresso machine, plenty of cake, and lots of laughs.

We’re a family-owned business, and we love chatting about guestbook ideas. If you’ve got a vision, let’s bring it to life.

—Tracey

Meet The Team