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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Simplify - I'm going to get rid of excess in my life: clutter, unkind feelings, busy things that I don't need to do... I'm taking baby steps!
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I am going to try to SLOW DOWN in order to be in a place of "clarity" (which is my word for 2010). I find that if I alow myself to stop trying to complete 10 things at once, if I slow down long enough to savour my environment and experiences, I have clarity...I am in the moment. I also tend to create more when I am in that place ~ which seems to make everyting better!
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I think my word for the year is going to be chill! There are so many things that I get worked up about and it is unnecessary on so many levels. Thank you for the amazing giveaways.
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Love your overlays!! I don't make real resolutions, but I'm planning on being more creative in 2010!
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My word is STOP. Which works in sooo many areas of my life: stop procrastinating, stop over-eating, etc. on and on. So far I'm handling it by being BUSY. Telling myself "Do IT Now!" So far, so good.
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My word this year is intention. I am just beginning to grasp this word, but it is my intention to commit more fully to whatever I am doing. To get to a place of purpose. Thanks Ali!
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My one little word for this new year is CREATE and one of my resolutions is to create organization (and control clutter) so yesterday I started off the new year by a mini-extreme home makeover "studio edition" by cleaning out and organizing my craft room. There's still work to be done but I feel good that I started and can see results already!
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My personal resolution is creating a healthy lifestyle. I want to become healthier in all aspects of my life and I think this is the year to do it!
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My word is Family. This is going to be the first calendar year that we are all together as a complete family since 2006. I'm embarking on a 365 project focused on family and I am hoping that by the end of the year, I will have 365 stories for 2010.
Happy New Year Ali and friends! Best of wishes for the coming year.
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I'm still trying to determine my word for the year - I'm considering FOCUS... I tend to let too many distractions interrupt me (internet!) but I'd also like to spend more QUALITY time with my kids.
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Ali, i dont have a word yet. cant think of one that describes what i am trying to accomplish. my husband has lost his job and i am a stay at home mom. just to survive this is our goal,getting rid of everything that costs extra-figuring out how to eat on less etc...maybe determined should be my word as we trudge through it and try to keep our heads above water
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My word this year is CHANGE. Looking forward to challenge myself to step out of my comfort zone and see what new and exciting changes are waiting for me.
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My word is today, so I'm working on dealing with each day for that day & not worrying about the past or future. I plan on making some kind of sign w/ my word on it to hang by desk & another in my scrap area.
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My word is 'believe'. I am keeping my self-talk in check making sure that it is positive. It makes no sense for me to have goals if i don't truly believe in them. Thanks for the inspiration!
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My word of the year 2010 will be RELAX. After 2 burn outs, in a 5 years and i am now 28, it has been enough. This year i will take it slow, and not letting my thoughts overrule.
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I haven't decided on a word yet, but it is constantly on my mind. I am inspired by your word "story" and am making a list of stories that I want to share in my little boy's scrapbook.
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My word for 2010 is "try". I am a teacher and am in the process of buying my first house. My sister is teaching me the basics of scrapbooking this year. I just started reading your blog last week and already am inspired! Laurie
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My word is relax and I am posting it on all mirrors and have a frame with my word hung in it as well. I am very hihg strung and have a heard time saying NO to people. I will be saying no more this year and trying to "relax" and spend more time at home. I feel like I am paying a house payment just to keep my belongings dry cause I am never here to enjoy them! Thanks for the cool giveaway!!
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Hi Ali
My word is SIMPLE.
In a crazy life that seemed to be becoming filled with excess, not just stuff, but also excess in over-thinking, over-doing, over-procrastinating, over-everything, my need is to be and do things in a far more simple - and meaningful - way.
Simple!
So, I've committed to using craft supplies I already have instead of buying more goodies to become excess. And I've bagged up some clothes after sorting through what I have and don't wear and am taking it all to charity. So far, so good.
Regards,
Sue
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This is my first year picking a word...nurture. As I am expecting our first child, a boy, I thought this word appropriate. I want to be a good mommy to this little guy and raise him in a nurturing and kind way. Thanks for the great give aways Ali!
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