The magic of blogging {& the day I met Gussy}

Thursday, September 30, 2010
Last weekend, I saw a tweet from Gussy/Maggie. She was in Chicago, so I suggested that we meet up. Thanks to the magic of our little online world, we were able to direct...

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The new me.

Tuesday, September 28, 2010
You heard the story. I cut off all my hair & moved to Chicago. But what you didn't hear {or see, rather} were real photos of the new do. I promised I'd share...

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WINNERS & last day to receive a discount on your custom blog design.

Friday, September 24, 2010
Today is the last day to take advantage of this special offer!And now...on to the birthday giveaway winners! Winners -- please email me at thedesigngirl {at} gmail {dot} com with the name of...

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Wait list is open & I'm having a fall sale!

Monday, September 20, 2010
Now is the perfect time to place your deposit for a custom makeover or a fall/holiday makeover! Place your deposit to get on my wait list today and have your design up in...

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New to ScrapMatters - and a BIG sale!

Friday, September 17, 2010
I have a new kit out at ScrapMatters & I am having a big birthday sale this week! My shop is 28% off in celebration of my 28th birthday!To celebrate my birthday and...

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We're gonna party like it's your birthday.

Thursday, September 16, 2010
Yes, it's my birthday. I am 28 today.I feel so lucky to be able to celebrate 28 in the beautiful city of Chicago. I feel a little like Grace Adler in the episode...

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Sneak Peek!

Thursday, September 16, 2010
I have a new kit coming to ScrapMatters tomorrow!Become a follower & leave a comment for a chance to win a free copy of this kit! I will choose one winner at random,...

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Birthday Bash Giveaway #10! Brooklyn Thread!

Thursday, September 16, 2010
I am so excited to bring you this giveaway from Brooklyn Thread! One lucky reader will win this beautiful gold om & amazonite bead bracelet!Here are a few of my favorites -To enter...

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Birthday Bash Giveaway #9! Lucky Fiona!

Wednesday, September 15, 2010
We love Lucky Fiona. The pup has been wearing these collars for as long as I can remember and gets complements wherever he goes. Now is your chance to win a free Lucky...

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1st Birthday Present {flashback}

Tuesday, September 14, 2010
When my first birthday present arrived late last week, I tweeted that I planned to wait until my actual birthday to open it. My sis wrote on my wall on Facebook yesterday and...

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Birthday Bash Giveaway #8! The Pleated Poppy!

Tuesday, September 14, 2010
I love, love, love The Pleated Poppy. Lindsey offered to give one of my readers a $25 credit to her shop! I have one of her posy pins, and the most beautiful tea...

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Birthday Bash Giveaway #7! Gussy!!

Monday, September 13, 2010
You know I'm excited to bring you another fabulous giveaway from Gussy! If you have internet access, you know who she is & you want to win this giveaway! In case you don't...

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Birthday Bash Giveaway #6! Scratch and Sniff.

Monday, September 13, 2010
When I came across Scratch and Sniff, I immediately emailed the owner to see if she could whip up a Chicago chihuahua for this Chicago chihuahua/min pin mix.I got a quick email back...

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Birthday Bash Giveaway #5! Keep Calm Shop!

Sunday, September 12, 2010
I absolutely love Keep Calm Shop on Etsy, and could not be more pleased with my beautiful yellow 13x19 print. I cannot wait to have it framed!Keep Calm Shop has graciously offered to...

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Birthday Bash Giveaway #4! Bebeloosh Mini!

Sunday, September 12, 2010
If you are a reader of my personal blog, you probably know that I am pretty green. I use reusable bags, organic cleaner, and have recently become a vegetarian {again}. So when I...

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How about a LISA LEONARD giveaway to get this party going?!

Thursday, September 09, 2010
With my birthday one week from today, the giveaways are now in full swing. I contacted a few of my favorite shop owners to ask if they would want to participate in my...

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Winners & a special offer to everyone that entered!!

Thursday, September 09, 2010
The winner of the custom blog makeover is...Brittany of Sweet Sassy and Oh So Classy!And the winner of the fall or back to school pre-made template is...Wyndee!!If you entered this giveaway I am...

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My first trip to Jayson Home & Garden.

Tuesday, September 07, 2010
Last week, I was finally able to visit the infamous Jayson Home & Garden. Everyone was so sweet and engaging. I loved every single piece of furniture, every single accessory...everything. I spotted my...

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Birthday bash giveaway #2!

Monday, September 06, 2010
I have been revamping my pre-made line, and have a new back to school pre-made template available! This template would be such a cute gift for teachers!I am giving one winner a choice...

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Let's get this party started with giveaway #1!

Saturday, September 04, 2010
With my birthday less than 2 weeks away, I thought I would get my little series of giveaways started. Over the next few weeks I have some fantastic giveaways headed your way, so...

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New to ScrapMatters!

Friday, September 03, 2010
First, let me announce the winner! Wyndee won her choice of one of these two kits. Please email me for your coupon!I have two new kits available at ScrapMatters, and they are 20%...

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Summer nights

Wednesday, September 01, 2010
I enjoyed my first movie in the park, and had so much fun. It was a perfect summer night. My friend and I headed to Whole Foods to pick up some dinner &...

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Sneak Peek & a Giveaway!

Wednesday, September 01, 2010
I have two new kits coming to ScrapMatters this Friday, and I'm guessing you can tell what the theme is! Anyone want to guess the names?One winner can win a free copy of...

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