Hi there crafty friends! There is A LOT going on lately and I just wanted to take a minute on this post to sort of catch up and make announcements. Whew. Hope you're having a great weekend! I'm going to spend all day in the craft studio stamping and watching Oscar pre-pre show, pre-show, red carpet, and show! LOL. Yep, it's like the Super Bowl of movies! I think I like all the 'before' stuff better than the actual show! I stocked up on popcorn and snacks too. Do you love to watch the Oscars too?
So let's get started with announcements!
Okay, first up, I don't have a card to share HERE on my blog, but I do have a card featured on the Simon Says Stamp Blog today! Yippeeee! It's a feminine, butterfly, shabby chic card I made using lots of Taylored Expressions supplies. I hope you will check it out - and leave a comment over there, starting at 8am EST today. CLICK HERE to see it! I'm just gonna give you a head's up - there is blog candy! Heidi is so generous with her prizes! Below is a sneaky peek at my card!
Second announcement! My WINNER for the Chinese New Year blog post giveaway is Linda H. from New York! I've already emailed her and her prize will be in the mail tomorrow. Congratulations Linda! Enjoy your cool new Avery Elle stamps and dies! It was REALLY fun to see where everyone is from - I loved reading your comments on that post - so many nice people from all over the world. From far away, and close by....Lots of other California girls! Thank you for leaving a note on that post and thanks for following along - wherever you are! XO
Third announcement! Be sure to leave a comment (if you haven't already) on each blog on the Hop To It blog hop! Today is the last day (the 22nd) and Simon Says Stamp is giving away a goody bag on EVERY blog. CLICK HERE to see the hop list. You have 12 chances to win!
Still more announcements! On Wednesday (the 25th) on the Taylored Expressions blog I have a St. Patrick's day card that will be posted....and Taylor is giving away a little pot o' gold at the end of the rainbow in the form of a $25 gift certificate! Don't miss out on that. CLICK HERE for the Taylored Expressions Blog!
The reason I'm putting on all these things is that I don't want you guys to miss out on any possible goodies you could win!! Because....we love prizes!
Finally, my last announcement... Some of you have asked me about the ads in my blog sidebar that link to different companies, and/or the supply link lists at the bottom of my posts. So I wanted to take a minute and talk about all of that!
As bloggers, we have the opportunity to work as an "affiliate" for different companies. When our kind readers click on the links and order a product we get a small commission from that sale. So, any time you see a link list at the bottom of a blog post, and you click through and order, you are helping that merchant, and me too.
There are three companies that I am an affiliate for - and you'll see ads on the right. They are Simon Says Stamp, Sizzix and Picmonkey. I PROMISE you that I will ONLY EVER be an affiliate for companies that I have used, and that I believe in!!! Truly, only companies that I would refer my friends to. This is a way for me to earn back a little money to buy more crafty stuff. YAY. THANK YOU SO MUCH to those of you who have helped me in this regard. I am VERY grateful.
I'll be back on Wednesday here with a card for the Papertrey Ink Customer Blog Hop! Are you going to enter? The inspiration image is so beautiful this month. I haven't made my card yet...but I'm inspired...does that count? CLICK HERE to see the details about entering - open to all!
I'll just say that I have the sweetest and kindest blog friends. Thank you for always making my day and all your wonderful comments. You make me happy! Best wishes for a great week ahead. XOXO
Thanks for all the announcements...congrats to your last winner.
Posted by: Mary-Anne V. | 02/23/2015 at 12:17 PM
I am so, so happy to see all the announcements for all the wonderful things you've got going on right now, my friend! You are truly such an inspiration to me, and I am so happy for you! :)
Posted by: Audrey Pettit | 02/23/2015 at 06:54 AM
Wow! You have been busy! All of your cards are just wonderful, Wanda! xo
Posted by: Stephanie Kraft | 02/23/2015 at 06:39 AM
Fabulous card, Wanda! I love all the layers.
Hugs,
Snoopy :D
Posted by: Snoopy | 02/22/2015 at 09:55 PM
SO very impressed with what you create and how wide your range of styles and talents are - you just continually amaze me!! Off to see your card over at SSS!!! Have a great Sunday!!
Posted by: Taunya Butler | 02/22/2015 at 01:38 PM
Hi Wanda, checked out your card on SSS and it is REALLY beautiful. You were NOT kidding. You did a great job on it. Thanks for sharing it! I'll be checking out the St. Paddy's card and giveaway. That is my birthday and my sister in laws too. I love getting new ideas for them. Have a wonderful day.
Posted by: Teresa | 02/22/2015 at 11:05 AM
Congtats on the SSS blog and TE card feature. I think you are so talented! I hope to do some crafting today as well, along with Oscars and Downton viewing.
Posted by: Julie | 02/22/2015 at 09:21 AM
How fun to read all of your announcements. I'll be sure to check some of them out. They do sound interesting. Miss seeing you!!
Posted by: Fonda Jo | 02/22/2015 at 09:06 AM
Great card Wanda...!
happy weekend to you..have fun my friend!
Posted by: Holly Saveur | 02/22/2015 at 03:21 AM