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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Eventhough I follow your blog religiously, I have never done the "one word" thing. Not sure exactly why -probably a little concerned over whether I could follow through with it or not. Didn't want to set up for failure or disappointment. Silly as that sounds. Maybe this is the year though - still have to choose one. So many thoughts on that. Thanks again for the giveaways.
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I'm joining the photo a day group this year. I love to take pictures but still a little worried if I will be able to handle one a day! Wish me luck!
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My word for the year is "moments". With our recent move across country, a little girl who will be entering school this year, and being closer to family...to be grateful even on the hard days, and to be in the moment. Life is too short to get caught up in the unimportant.
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My word is "moment". With a recent move across country, a little one growing up too fast, and being closer to family I want to be present, to be in the moment, to not get hung up on the day to day things and to live life moment by moment.
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My word is TRUE. No more denying that I've let my health/weight go too far, no more trying to be "perfect" and instead being honest with myself and accepting myself and not to try to control every single thing around me. Keepin' it real...
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My resolution is doing the photo a day. I love to take photos but I know it will be tough to do it everyday, plus document! Wish me luck!
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Story was a close second for me. But, ultimately, "SHINE" won out for me. It's scary to really shine, to really be the best me I can be, but it's time to do it!
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My goal is to complete my 1st Project 365! I'm super excited about this project!
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I'm going with the word RUN. I'm training for my first marathon, though I've run many a half marathon. But along with the word RUN, I want to enjoy the whole process. Whether it is running to train, or running after the kids, I want to just enjoy the RUN.
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My word for 2010 is FOCUS. One thing I am going to do is set a timer when I am on the computer to limit the time spent reading blogs (I am addicted!). When time is up, I go to work on other projects or tasks. Thanks for the chance to win-I love all the prizes!
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You have the best sponsors! Thanks for bringing all this goodness to us!
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After much thought, my word for 2010 is PERSEVERE. I feel like there are so many areas in my life that I would like to work on right now that I need to remind myself to persevere in order to accomplish some of the goals that I have set for myself. As a reminder, I plan on ordering a poster from Etsy that says "Keep Calm and Carry On." I've always liked those posters and after reading that a synonym for persevere is "carry on", I figured it would be a great daily reminder.
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My work is BREATHE - I need to slow down and live in the moment and physically breathe more often.
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My word is PASSION. Although there are some other things I need to work on, too - I need to find my passion this year. Last year I focused on being a mother and a wife, but I forgot who ELSE I was before all that jazz. I used to knit, read, take photos, craft... and now - none of that. So, I want to love myself again, find my passions, and indulge in them once in a while! I believe it will make me happier, healthier, and thus, a better wife and mother.
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My new year's resolution is to spend time EVERY DAY being creative. Whether that be scrapbooking, cooking a new recipe, learning to sew or photography...I feel like the stress of the day melts away when I am doing something that feeds my soul.
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My word will be accept... WIth a daughter whose one-year birthday is quickly approaching, a full-time job teaching high school & what sometimes seems like millions of other things to tend to, I am going to do my best to accept that I can only do so much & that there will be some things that simply will not get done & that is just fine, as long as I have done my best and my marriage & family are happy.
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One word? Hmmm...optimistic. A word that would help me find the good in everything, and have a good outlook on situations that might not always be "optimistic".
Thanks Ali.
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My New Year's Resolution is to do something creative EVERY DAY! Whether that be scrapbooking, cardmaking, making a new recipe, learning to sew or photography I will do something every day to feed my creative soul.
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My word is SIMPLIFY. One thing I have done to move in this direction is to unsubscribe to about 30 different websites (except yours of course). Awesome giveaway. Hope I win =0) Happy New Year!
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My word for the year is BALANCE. Running my own photo business, being mom to two, wife, girl scout leader... whew... it's tiring but rewarding but I need to find that balance this year. And learn to say no! LOL
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