Featured Blogger- Kristyn Merkley {Lil’ Luna}

Good morning!

It’s no secret I’m a huge fan of Pinterest. Not only are there amazing inspirational photos and ideas, you can also stumble across some amazing websites and blogs! {Note: this can be extremely dangerous when you have an already full blog reader}

A few months back, I was browsing yummy dessert recipes and saw these Mini Butterscotch Graham Pies. These little pies looked delicious, were easy to make and had step-by-step instructions. Imagine my DELIGHT when I went to the direct link and saw LOTS more goodness and pretty eye candy all in one place. Cue in Lil’ Luna.

I have spent countless hours on the Lil’ Luna site, which is run by the incredibly sweet and talented Kristyn Merkley. I recently became a sponsor on her blog and wow, she is amazing. Not only does she run an incredibly successful and beautiful site, she is also the mother to three kids and expecting her fourth! I have no idea how she has time to do all of the projects and recipes AND keep up with little ones. I’m thrilled and honored to introduce you to Kristyn {aka Lil’ Luna}!

 

Tell us about your blog. When and why did you start it?

I started Lil’ Luna in the summer of 2010 as a place to share some crafts and recipes with my friends and family members who were wanting to know how I made my crafts and wanted my recipes. Never did I imagine that it would turn into a part-time job that I LOVE!!

When you first started your blog, did you have any specific goals or dreams for the future of your blog? If so, what were they?

I really didn’t start my blog as business so I didn’t have goals… after the first year and starting to make a little money I made some goals and continue to make them each year to help the blog grow and develop even more.=

Do you ever find it hard to come up with blog content?

I’m happy to say that I have never found it hard to come up with content for the blog. I just try to think what I’d want to learn how to do or make and do a tutorial and recipe for it. Since there are so many things I still haven’t tried, I have a feeling I’ll have enough content for awhile. :)

Are there particular posts that you enjoy doing more than others?

I have always loved crafting but REALLY enjoy food photography – it is so fun and I have loved learning how to use my camera and try to take pretty pictures.

What has been your favorite blog post {of yours} to date? 

I don’t know if I have one particular blog post that is my favorite, but I have loved the ones where I can be myself and be honest with my readers and share personal experiences. Those are the ones that I feel like get the most comments and the most reader-interaction.

Do you have any advice for people hoping to take their blog to the next level? 

I would definitely say to try and be original!! That is what will get people returning to your blog and new ones coming to check it out. And it’s so important that you just be you and not try to be like another blogger because being unique is the key!

 

Okay, now onto some fun questions that are non-relevant to blogging…..

If you could spend the day with any celebrity, who would it be? Why?

I would have to say either Josh Groban (love him and his voice) or either James McAvoy (my favorite actor). They are both so talented and I wish we were friends… plus, they’re cute and easy on the eyes. ;)

What do you enjoy doing in your spare time? 

I love spending time with the hubby (I promise he’s my #1 guy even after the last question – lol!!) and enjoy watching movies and going on dates with him. I also love spending time with my little family and three adorable kiddos making new family memories!

If you had to choose one color scheme for your whole house, what would it be? 

Eek – not completely sure, but my house colors have always been red, yellow, black and apple green since I’ve been married, and fortunately they are still those colors and I still love them!

Name 5 things that you are most passionate about:

I’m passionate about my faith, my family, being creative, learning and meeting new people!

Okay, now that you have gotten to know this sweet gal, I’m sure you’re dying to check out her amazing site. Be warned: you may not want to head over if you’re hungry or under a time constraint. *wink*

If you are new to Kristyn’s blog {or even a longtime fan}, browse around and let me know what your favorite recipe finds are in the comment section below! There are so many amazing things on her site, I haven’t been able to look at everything!