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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OOO pick me! I love everything there!
My word is procrastination. I want to eliminate that word from my vocabulary. My procrastination has gotten worse over the years. I need to take it in control and get focused on one task at a time!
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My word is for this year is SIMPLY. Last year I found myself easily overwhelmed by lack of time, lack of space and too much going on, so I began 2010 SIMPLY, by sorting through the closet and my desk, getting rid of things and simplifying my systems. I hope this year I can find the beauty of simplicity through my scrapbooking, eating, teaching and my overall approach to life.
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My word is REFRESH. I need to slow down and enjoy this wonderful life God has given me. My friend sent me a quote which I think sums it up, "Sometimes you just need to quit swimming and float".
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My word is BE. I want to be in the moment, be happy, be content... and as a result and I doing more, speaking less, and appreciating all that I already have!
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My word is LIGHTER. I am going to move more and eat less to become physically lighter and focus on positive to think lighter.
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I am keeping a journal - and my writing prompt each day will be "What was I thoughtful about today?" My word for 2010 is thoughtful.
Thanks for the opportunity!
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My word is COMPLETE. I plan to complete a few unfinished mini albums I have that I've neglected for a couple years.
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My word is ENGAGE. I plan to do more interacting with people and life. I've already joined a club!
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my little word is moment - i plan to make the most of every moment and spend more sweet moments with my loved ones!
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My word for this year is "reveal". It's time to stop hiding and let my true self out. I've endured 3 tragedies in 2009 and I have started an art journal to help process the thoughts and feelings I have that I can't seem to get out any other way. You have inspired me so much lately Ali, thank you!
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Great giveaways...thanks for the chance to win!
The action I'm doing with my word choice is prayer. I've been thinking about what my word will be and haven't been able to really narrow it down yet, so I'm praying about it to see which is best for me to focus on...
- April
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I'm not 100% sure what my word will be yet, but it has to do with my time. I want to manage, organize and make better use of my time. Try not to waste it. Get my work (house and job work) done quicker and more efficently so that I have more time for play (computer, scrapbooking, photos, reading etc). I want to find a balance.
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I do not have a word of the year but as to my resolution/goal, I am making time to make cards to participate in the card challenges more consistently, and it's working out fine so far.
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I am going to do a photo-a-day project this year! My word is plan...I'm more of a "fly by the seat of your pants" girl, so planning is not my strength and I feel like a lot of opportunities pass me by because I don't plan.
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Ali,
My word for 2010 is MAINTAIN. I'm notorious for "when the going gets tough, I get going", and it's the single most frustrating thing to me because I never get anywhere; I never progress. So this year I am going to maintain many things: my health, my hobbies, my household, my relationships and what I do for a living. It's asking a lot of me, I was never taught to work hard, but now the hard work is something I really don't mind. I figure, the more I stretch myself in uncomfortable ways, the more I have to gain. Also, I can't quit. That's a rule! So 2010 is going to be a pivotal start to the rest of my life. A new year, a new decade, a new paradigm.
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My word for this year is "focus". To maintain focus, I am going to blog about one activity that I am doing each week that helps me to stay centered.
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My word of the year is RELATIONSHIPS. My resolution is to keep in contact with family and friends not through email/texts but in a more personal way with phone calls, letters, cards, etc. I don't want another year to go by without keeping close to those I love most!
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I don't have a word chosen but my friend and I are planning to take turns cooking healthy meals to help keep us healthy and happy in the New Year!
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Change! I need to change some habits about living a healthy life and I think I am finally ready to shed some lbs and get heart healthy. Change my horrible habit of not picking up the phone and calling.
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my word is LIVE.....life to it's fullest. happy 2010!
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