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 'make' because I wanted a word tied with actions, with doing. My first action is going to be to make time for the things I want to do. They've been neglected too long.
Just for anyone else reading this I want to say I bought one of Lisa's necklaces last year and they are *fabulous*. I will definitely purchasing a new design this year.
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I don't have a word this year, but I have made a resolution for the year.
My resolution is to complete more scrapbooking projects than I start this year.
Wish me luck!
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My word is "happy" - and I am going to start finding out what I really need to be "happy". Love the inspiration from all your comments! Makes me ... happy!
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My word this year is PEACE.
This means I need to just slow down, embrace quiet time, say no more often, be more patient with my children, do more art, scrapping, cooking and photography as thats where I find my personal peace.
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My word GROW. In 2010 I want to grow in health, in love, in friendships, in family, in marriage, in fitness, in career. I am going to learn new ways of doing things so that I am able to grow and nurture not just myself but the people around me. I started today by creating a little project to hang in my craft room to remind me everyday of my journey. I stitched the word grow and a cute little flower which reminds me to grow.
Happy New Year and thanks for this awesome chance.
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I wish I had figured out a word by now...but I am going to live 2010 to the fullest.
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My word is prioritize. I need to make lists, think things through and really prioritize what is important. Not very glamourous, but for me it works.
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My word is SERVE. I want to be able to serve my family with gratitude - because even tho it's hard and repetitive, the very act of doing for them is only possible because they exist. Which is pretty cool.
Thanks for keeping on blogging!
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I love your monthly photo overlays! I think I'll take advantage of the sale.
My word is "WORK", unfortunately. Soon I'll be unemployed and I really hope to find a job. That's all I'm asking of the new year, really. & I'm revamping my CV and research statement right now for an academic position...
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My word is 'FOCUS' and today I kept focused on what I wanted to accomplish and I listed things on craigslist to sell our clutter. Worked for me!
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i resolution is to make as many photobooks as i can. i love the current ones that i do have, and every time i flip through them, i wonder why i don't make more! online photo sites have made it so much easier, it's time i take action!
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très très bonne année à toi également
plein de bisous
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Je te souhaites une très bonne année 2010
bizz
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bonne année 2010. bizz
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My word is DREAM. This year I will remember to continue dreaming. I wrote a long blogpost about it and how I came about choosing it here:http://tertia-craftinggran.blogspot.com/2010/01/i-am-still-here.html
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My word is PEACE - I want to take a deep breath in and out more times each day and feel (or get) my inner peace.
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My word for this year is CHANGE. I have today walked 7.5km in training for a charity walk I am doing in March for Cystic Fibrosis, so I have began two of the things I want to change, my weight and doing more for charity.
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My word for 2010 is strength, I placed a baby for adoption seven months ago and I need strength to get through this next year!
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Hey Ali!
I'm not totally sure of my word for this year, but I'll probably end up with "START" and there are a lot of actions I'm gonna take! Like starting to drive (again), starting a new life with my boyfriend (moving together), hopefully getting a great job and so on... :) Can't wait to start! ;)
Oh and as always, thanks for the chance to win and your ongoing inspirational work!
All the best for 2010!
Sandra
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My word is Flourish - the first step I am taking is completely revamping my bedroom with all the 'girly' pillows, curtains, and bedspread that my husband never liked. There is one perk to sleeping alone again!
Thanks for the great giveaways and all the inspiration - these are awesome!
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