Sponsor Giveaways : Studio Calico, Memory Works, Lisa Leonard, & Designer Digitals
Three people will win the entire Home Front collection (papers, stickets, journaling cards, and FabRips) from Studio Calico.
The concept of Studio Calico began long before it was a reality. In 2000, while working at a local scrapbook store, April developed an appreciation for innovative supplies along with a respect for preserving memories. Thus, the concept of combining fresh products with non-traditional scrapbook supplies emerged.
At Studio Calico, we hope to encourage the creative process by providing the best supplies on the market as well as a community that is supportive every step of the way.
In the past 2 years we've grown from an idea, to a small boutique of sorts, to manufacturing our own products. As we've grown, we've stayed true to the basics, while looking to the future.
Three people will receive the lovely Word Of The Year necklace from Lisa Leonard Designs.
In addition Lisa is offering a discount for readers. Enter "myword15" for 15% off your purchase.
Here's a bit about Lisa and her business:
Visit Lisa's lovely blog here.
One person will receive the Life Documented kit from the new Simple Stories collection by MemoryWorks.
Your photos and memories are far too important to keep in a box, store on a computer or bury in a pile. We know life is busy and at times it feels nearly impossible to keep up with all of life's demands - yet alone find time for the things you enjoy like your scrapbook hobby and preserving your memories.
If you're overwhelmed with too many photos...
If you're feeling guilty for not being "caught up"...
If you're overloaded with creative pressure and unrealistic expectations...
If you're stressed because you don't have enough time to scrapbook...
If you don't know where to start...or worried if you can even keep up...
If you're frustrated with the process of traditional scrapbooking...
If you're looking for a better way...
Then you will love our simple and refreshing approach to scrapbooking!
MemoryWorks is beyond thrilled to introduce the new, exclusive Simple Stories scrapbook system. You can view our video here. Our innovative system was designed for scrapbookers of all levels who want to share their life stories and memories in a simple, yet meaningful, way - but without the time, guilt or stress of traditional scrapbooking.
Life Documented, the first collection in our Simple Stories series, is all about documenting a year in your life like never before. Our Life Documented kit allows you to share your story in a whole new way, while getting back to the basics of what scrapbooking is all about...your photos and memories. We've done all the work for you with our exclusive Simple Stories system - with beautiful pre-designed elements that you simply trim, add your journaling and then insert into pockets - along with your 4x6 photos - for quick and easy scrapbooking. No cropping. No adhesive. No stress. It's as easy as that - sharing your photos and memories has never been easier!
In addition to the giveaway here, we're giving away a FREE Simple Stories Life Documented kit, with coordinating divided page protectors and embellishments, a retail value well over $35. Visit www.mysimplestories.com for more details.
Three people will receive my new 365 Photo Overlay kit from Designer Digitals.
This digital package includes 365 overlays, one for each day of the year. Designed to fit right on top of a 4x6 photo, these overlays also work really well as journal cards. Perfect for a 365 or week in the life project. In addition, all brushes and overlays on are sale this weekend at Designer Digitals (through Tuesday morning at 6am Eastern).
To be entered into this weekend's giveaways please leave a comment below letting me know one action you are taking in relation to your word of the year or your own personal resolution/tradition. Comments will be closed on Sunday evening at 8pm Pacific with the winners posted shortly after.
Happy New Year!
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My word is consciousness, and for me, that means paying attention to what goes into my body as well as what comes out of my mouth. Trying for a more gentler approach to life as well as to stop being so judgmental of others. Everyone in life is on their own unique journey.
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My word is Peace. I want to feel at peace with situations I have no control over. I also plan on actively showing my kids how to have peace within themselves. By feeling good about themselves and alloweing themselves to fail without beating themselves up. By doing small things to keep the peace in the house. I see so many possibilities for the upcoming year!
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still trying to get my exact word, trying to many similar ones on for size, but not sold on a true fit yet. But my word is revolving around being present, maybe intentional, possibly consistent, deliberate, something like this. So to be a part of my word, I am going to extend the school day by staying at the playground for an extra 30 minutes each day to just "be" with my kids. they love it and it is a realistic way to play with them each day!
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My word is peace... I am going to take 5 minutes several times a day to find some inner peace. Hopefully that will help with peace in my outside world as well.
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My word is a bit different from usual. It doesn't focus so much on me time, but instead on living. My word is EFFORT. I was going to use "try" and didn't feel it was complete. My hubby suggested EFFORT and I loved it. No, it isn't his word! The last year was tough for me and I started to shy away from everything in order to protect myself and my time. I went too far in the other direction and now I want to make the EFFORT to get back into some things!
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My word is REDUCE. Reduce weight, clutter, unscrapped photos, stress, etc. The first day of my new year had REDUCE demonstrated in 2 ways. I cleaned out a whole room and REDUCED clutter! I also started on the new Wii Fit Plus, so hopefully reduced some fat!
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Better - is the word I chose for this year. I have had a couple rough years - and with better choices, better outlook and better attitude make a better year!
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My word for 2010 is "Happiness". I am trying to pull myself out of the most difficult past 2 years. I am starting every day with a smile before I get out of bed & journaling something that will make me happy during the day to come.
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My word is determined. I am determined to be in a better place physically and spiritually this time next year. Thanks for the inspiration.
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I think my word for the year is going to be BALANCE. My mom passed away in September, so I am trying to balance my Dad's needs along with those of my husband and kids. Balance also for time for me, balancing my wants with my needs in this economy and balancing my emotions with 3 teenagers in this house.
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My word is time, and today I've taken actions by completing the worksheet you shared yesterday. I'm planning the little actions that will give me more time to spend with my chldren and give ME more time too.
Thankyou for the chance to enter once more Ali, and wishing you and your family a Happy and Healthy New Year.
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My word is "beauty" because I believe that there is beauty in everyone and everything and I don't always act on that belief. Just because something or someone isn't what I am used to, doesn't mean that it doesn't have something beautiful that I can learn from and appreciate.
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I am not totally sure what my word will be this year, but I'm making a list of simple goals and trying to savor each moment of 2010.
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I am still trying to settle on my word for this year. But I do know that through this year I want to do a lot of pausing and soaking in of my small ones. Enjoy the phase that they are in and TRY and let all the other STUFF just fall to the side. This is a BIG challenge for me!!
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I don't have a word of the year yet, but CELEBRATE or ENJOY are at the forefront. I need focus on the positive. Thank you for all the giveaways!
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My Word this year is strength. I continue to need it, continue to find it and still feel the need to work on it. My mind and my body need strength and I am the only one who can bring it.
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I am not sure yet but I think my word for this year will be NEW as I remember this each day:
Lamentations 3:22-23
Because of the LORD's great love we are not consumed,
for his compassions never fail.
They are new every morning;
great is your faithfulness.
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I'm either going with Savor or Notice. It's my goal to really take in these last two years with my girls before they are off to college. I've stopped with the story telling and the picture taking...for no particular reason. My action is to restart that and blog/scrap all about it!
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My word is thrive. The last few months we have done a lot of surviving and I want to focus more on enjoying life even if we don't have money or much time.
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My Husband and I both made goal lists for 2010. And will be sharing them with each other tonight.
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