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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Happy New Year! These giveaways are fantastic! Especially the Studio Calico.. Thanks for the chance! :) I don't have a word of the year.. yet.. but my resolution for this year is to not over commit, and try to simplify. :)
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Organize is my word -- organizing ourselves while building a new home, organizing in order to sell our current one, organizing for a new baby in June, organizing new spaces, organizing a new work schedule, organizing a new routine in our home -- lot of organization in 2010!
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My word this year is plan! Thanks for the inspiration Ali!
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My word is PRAYER. So much to give praise and thanks for but also knowing there will be tough days in 2010. My focus to bring it all forward in PRAYER. Thanks for the opportunity.
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Still thinking on my word, but I definitely want to put myself first much more often. Not in a selfish sort of way, but in a healthy way.
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I do not have a word for the year yet, but I do want to get healthier. I have stopped eating sweets so far. Next week I plan to add some exercise. Thanks for the chance at some great giveaways.
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My word is DETERMINED. I have several personal & financial goals that I want to meet this year and its going to take a lot of determination to get there!
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My word is DETERMINED. I have several personal & financial goals that I want to achieve this year and its going to require tons of determination!
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My word for the year is SiMPLIFY. We just sold our house and are downsizing (from 5800 sq ft to 3800 sq ft). i hope to simplify all we do ----- to keep what is essential and let go of the excess ----- in our stuff, our activities, our commitments, our purchases.
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My favorite word for twenty ten is "TREASURE". LOOVE that word. It pretty much sums up everything about life! We all fall into hard times every now and then and I think that "treasure" is the most fitting word for 2010! joeygirl
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My word is... ENJOY. Time slips by so quickly and there's so much going on, I want to make sure to take time to simply enjoy myself and my family.
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I will feel CONTENTMENT this year. We recently had a near death experience in our family and are blessed with the miracle that was given to us. This has made us realize the importance of being content with what we have and who we are at this time in our lives.
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I chose the word "action" for this year. There are so many big dreams and goals that I want to make happen this year- but no one is going to do it for me! I am going to take action and accomplish these things myself. To help keep track of my word, I've decorated a cover for an art journal that I plan on updating throughout the year with thoughts about the actions I'm taking, goals I'm pursuing, etc. :)
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My word of the year isn't very unique, but truly fitting for me an my family at this point in our lives. My word is Simplify.
We are doing what we can to simplify our lives.
We recycle and conserve energy; therefore reducing our carbon footprint.
We are purging and donating 75% of our belongings to needy families.
We are only bringing something new into our home if something 'old' leaves our home.
We have started spending more quality time together as a family, reading together, playing games and doing puzzles.
The food I cook is simple and delicious, using only fresh locally grown produce.
We are really looking for a more simple life. I believe by living that way, we will all be alot happier.
So, SIMPLIFY is exactly what we are doing.
Happy New Year
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My word is self-discipline-- with different areas of my life: keeping myself healthy with exercising and eating right, having quiet times, keeping on top of my home, and many others. Even though it's only January 3, I'm already off to a good start and am hopeful that it will continue :) Thank you for great giveaways and Happy New Year!
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My word is PRAY. As busy as life gets I must take some time daily to stop, reflect & pray. Even if it's just a few minutes of quiet...I will make it happen.
Happy New Year Ali! Thanks for your continued inspiration...
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My word for the year is "RETRY." Some things in my life did not work out in 2009 and so 2010 is the year to RETRY and to attempt what appeared impossible in 2009 - that includes the reevaluation and groundwork that was perhaps missing last year. I believe that 2010 will be the year where I get the result I want while enjoying the process to get to the end.
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My word for 2010 is SIMPLIFY... simplify my life... take more joy in the little things... reduce the clutter in my house... spend more quality time with my family... just make things easier and simplier.
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My word is Health. I joined Weight Watchers on December 30. I would like to expand my thinking on health. Although weight is an important part for me I believe there are many more important pieces to staying healthy. Exercise of course, flossing, getting enough sleep... I am continuing to brainstorm. Having the word is a great motivator for me. Health.
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My word is PAUSE. I am going to take moment (or several) to pause before I think, say or do anything. Tim Holtz had a great quote on his blog, "Learn to pause or nothing worthwhile will catch up to you." Loved it!
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