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Glittery Limes + VIDEO

The countdown has begun: only 9 days until the Cutting Edge Blog Hop! 

Today I’m sharing some inspiration using several dies, along with stamps from one of the blog hop sponsors- Reverse Confetti! A few of my design team gals are on the RC team and after seeing all sorts of yummy samples using the Fresh ‘N Fruity set, I just had to get this set. I’m in love with this polka dot fruit!

If you know my style, you know that I typically like to add splashes of color to my cards, but I went full on green for this one. I DID go ahead and dress it up with some glitter, sequins and lots of scallops.

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I love myself a good punny sentiment, but for this particular card, I decided to piece together some Mama Elephant sentiment. I adore the “love you” font and I thought it made this card a little more girlie.

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It’s been about a month since I last did a start-to-finish card video, so I thought I would show you how to make this card. It’s not super hard, but I do share some little tricks and tips in this video. I hope you enjoy it!

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I always love sharing a good coupon with you all and today Jen from Reverse Confetti has one. It’s her birthday and she’s offering up a 20% coupon TODAY ONLY. Now that, my friends, is a huge discount that you’ll want to take advantage of!

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Now that you’ve seen this adorable Reverse Confetti set, want a little more inspiration? Today some of their team is helping me promote the upcoming blog hop and I know for certain that you’ll see some gorgeous cards. Head on over to their blogs and be inspired!

Jen Del Muro
Amy Kolling
Stacey Shafer
Laurie Schmidlin
Lisa Henke
Susan Liles
Leigh Penner
Heather Pulvirenti
Sarah Gough

I hope you all have a great Wednesday. Thanks for spending some time with me today!


Design Teams 101 {Pt . 2}

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I’m so glad that you all enjoyed the first installment of Design Teams 101! When I first started this crazy world called blogging, I had no idea what a design team was, let alone how to get on one. As time went on, I soon began asking myself questions. How could I be part of something like this? What made a designer stand out to a company? These questions, along with dozens of others, were constantly on my mind and I wish I had a little guide to this world. I’m hoping that by the end of this series, you’ll feel equipped when you see a design team call, or at least feel knowledgeable as to what teams are looking for.

Disclaimer: I’m not an expert in this topic, but I HAVE been in this industry for over a decade. In my effort to make this series even better, I reached out to some of my favorite companies and they gave their input on this topic. We’ll have the privilege of hearing from Kryssi and Angela from Mama Elephant, Kelly Marie from Lawn Fawn, Shay from Winnie & Walter, Jen from Reverse Confetti, Michele from CAS-ual Fridays and there might be a couple other guests as well.

Today’s topics: Is DT experience needed? and What qualities do companies look for in a designer? 

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As a company owner and one who has been in charge of teams, I can honestly say that NO, you do not need experience. We have all been “newbies” and quite honestly, I like finding unfounded talent. On a team that I led, almost every single person that I asked to join had no prior DT experience. It’s such a neat feeling to find unburied treasure and see your designers grow in their style. Nowadays, so many people are on teams and it may seem like the same people get picked, but believe me, we ARE on the lookout for up and coming designers.

Here are a few tips that can get you noticed by your favorite companies:

  • Tag, mention and hashtag your creations using their products on social media. I’ve found so many great designers who use my products via Instagram and Twitter that I probably wouldn’t have noticed before if they didn’t tag @prettypinkposh or hashtag #prettypinkposh.
  • When posting cards using their products, be sure your photos are well lit, so their products shine in all their glory. A blurry, or dark photo, is pretty much a guarantee we will not re-post or share your creation.
  • If you blog a card using a company, be sure to link to them. Believe me, we notice when people are visiting us from a specific blog!

Here’s some feedback from some of the contributors on this topic:

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“Not at all, but if they do not they should be aware that each company has their own expectation and compensation contracts.”

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“No experience necessary, but you should have an active blog and be organized, be able to follow directions and have great communication skills. ”

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“Be yourself and only apply to design teams for companies or challenges you truly love and believe in because if you don’t it shows and you will begin to dislike the work.

Sharpen your skills with classes and challenges.  You will learn so much and really develop your style and as you progress you will get noticed!

Also, some companies/websites build and craft design teams by invitation (we do this) rather than through design team calls and my recommendation would be to strut your stuff to the companies you love—enter their contests and challenges, follow their social media, share projects you make with their product on social media and tag, message or email them so they can see it!  I assure you we pay attention and appreciate when someone is so enthusiastic about our company. ”

design_5For me personally, as a company owner and DT coordinator, I look for a variety of things. The MOST important thing is that the person is an active blogger. If you only post one every six weeks, being on a design team probably isn’t the right fit for you. While being on a team is fun and exciting, it IS a commitment. Here’s a listing of the qualities I look for in designers….

  • Actively posts to their blog with well lit photos, clean work and an eye for details.
  • Creativity is a must. I want to see different card designs, creative uses for my products and a variety of techniques.
  • The text in your post can make a difference. Honestly, I don’t want to just see a card in a post. I’d love to hear the story behind the card, why you like that stamp set, who you’re giving the card to, the mishaps that came along the way– it’s fun to read a story while also looking at something pretty.
  • I don’t require my design team to have all of the different social media accounts, but it does help. If they are active on social media, chances are they’ll promote you on there and us (as companies) are always for that.
  • This is probably something not every company notices, but I DO notice if someone is constantly negative on social media and their blog. I want to align myself with positive, happy people and if a person is complaining often, chances are they’ll bring that negativity to the team (which is something that companies do NOT want).

jen“Creativity is the most important quality any designer can have.   Committed is another quality that comes to mind.  By that I mean, understanding and following through on what is expected of you as a DT member.  I laugh at the word “organized” because we all have our own brand of organization.  You have to do what works best for you.”

kryssi“Ideally, the whole package — someone who is talented, active in the community, and knows how to present their work.”

michele“At CAS-ual Fridays Stamps, I look for designers who make my jaw drop with their design skills, are fun and engaging in their posts, and who provide product links regularly.  I want to know that you when you visit their blog, you’re going to see a great project, have fun reading about it, and be able to find where you can get my products by clicking on a working link.”

shay“Someone engaged, responsive, responsible, enthusiastic, helpful, positive, fun and who put out consistently solid work. We also want designers who truly love creating with our product.”

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This was also a lengthy post, but I hope you came away with some information that you didn’t know before. I know that I’ll have at least two more posts in this series. As I write these posts, I’m finding out that I have so much info I want to share with you all!

Have a specific question you want answered in this series?  Leave it here and I’ll try to answer as many as I can!

I’ll see you next Monday with part 3 of this Design Teams 101 series. If you find this series helpful, be sure to subscribe to my blog so you don’t miss any of my posts. Until next time…

A Look Back + My Favorites

I wanted to pop in today and remind you all that in less than TWO weeks, the Cutting Edge Blog Hop will take place. I am so excited about this event and all of the wonderful sponsors and special guests that are helping me make this hop a success and I hope YOU will join us, too.

For my new readers, I wanted to share some of my favorite cards using various stamps and dies- just in case you need a little inspiration featuring die cuts, or want to see some of my favorite creations in recent months.

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1) Hello Elephants 2) Sending Smiles 3) Hello Bunny

4) Sea Friends 5) Miss You Lots 6) Season’s Tweetings

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favoritesI recently put together a listing of my current favorite stamps, sets, dies and accessories. My go-to items are always changing, so I thought this might be a fun way for you all to see at-a-glance what I’m currently loving.

I don’t know about you, but I love a good sale and my wonderful friends at Ellen Hutson has created a coupon code just for YOU, my readers. In case you want to stock up on some new dies, or possibly add some stamps to your stash, this is a great time to take advantage of this 10% coupon code. Whether you plan on participating in the blog hop or not, you can take advantage of this exclusive coupon!

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Save 10% off anything in the Ellen Hutson store!

coupon code: MCPPP10   expires 8-22-2014

CLICK HERE to start shopping!

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I hope you all have a great weekend. I plan on processing orders, getting shipments out to some retailers and hopefully sneak in a bit of crafty time. Until next time…

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Product Release Blog Hop

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Hello, sweet readers!

As many of you have heard, or seen, I have released the second batch of Pretty Pink Posh dies. I am so very excited about these new dies and judging from the fact that they already sold out in record time, it looks like you all love them, too! I did order 3x more than usual, on top of filling the orders for my retailers, but I still sold out in less than a week. THANK YOU! (Details on how you can order at the end of this post)

It’s no secret that I love creating mini scenes on my cards and lately, I’ve been gravitating to the Stitched Film Strip for every.single.card. This time around I pulled out some Mama Elephant stamps, but you could just as easily use Lawn Fawn, DeNami Design or any other cute critter stamps!

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Pretty Pink Posh PRIZES: be sure to leave comments on each stop- I’m giving away 2 $25 gift certificates to two random comments left before August 10, 2014 at 11:59 PM PDT. I’ll be announcing the winners next week, so be sure to return and see if you are one of the winners!

Ready to hop on over and see LOTS more fabulous inspiration? Each of these gals are extremely talented and I truly am honored they took the time to make something with my dies- their cards are going to blow you away.

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Kristina Werner

Joni Andaya

Leigh Penner

Nichol Magouirk

Maureen Merritt

Gayatri Murali

Laura Bassen

Stacey Schafer

Laura Sterckx

Suzanne Dahlberg

Amy Kolling

Lisa Elton

Debby Hughes

purchase Now that you have hopped along, you might find you NEED these dies. Good news, they are still available at Ellen Hutson and Simon Says Stamp! Also, if you want to be added to the waiting list on my website, I have that option available, too. The dies should be back in stock in two weeks, along with a restock of sequins I’m out of.

Waiting list: Stitched Duo 2       Waiting list: Stitched Film Strip

Ellen Hutson: Stitched Duo 2       Ellen Hutson: Stitched Film Strip

Simon Says Stamp: Stitched Duo 2       Simon Says Stamp: Stitched Film Strip

borderI wanted to do one last thing to say thank you for joining in this hop….enter below for several chances to win BOTH of the new dies, along the Mama Elephant set I used in today’s card!   a Rafflecopter giveaway

Thank you all for your enthusiasm about the new dies, encouragement and for spreading the word about Pretty Pink Posh. You truly make this journey a fun one and I can’t wait to design and release more dies in the future!

Design Teams 101 {Pt . 1}

designteamsChances are that if you a crafter and follow blogs, you have heard the term ‘design team’ (or DT) in a post. In the next few weeks for a weekly feature, I’ll break down exactly why some people choose to be on teams, how they get chosen, what companies are looking for and answer a whole lot of other questions along the way.

Disclaimer: I’m not an expert in this topic, but I HAVE been in this industry for over a decade. In my effort to make this series even better, I reached out to some of my favorite companies and they gave their input on this topic. We’ll have the privilege of hearing from Kryssi and Angela from Mama Elephant, Kelly Marie from Lawn Fawn, Shay from Winnie & Walter, Jen from Reverse Confetti, Michele from CAS-ual Fridays and there might be a couple other guests as well.

Today’s topics: the benefits of being on a design team and tips for applying.

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For me personally, I initially wanted to be on a design team to get my name out there and promote my blog. In blog land, there are thousands of crafty blogs and quite honestly, it’ll be hard for anyone to see your blog if you’re just starting out. Being on a design team brings readers to YOUR blog and allows them to see YOUR projects, YOUR style and get to know YOU.

If you get the privilege of designing for a company, you’ll most likely get “paid” in products or credit. You’ll get to see their release before anyone else, play with the products for your design team assignments and another perk is you get to become part of a “community” within the design team. On the teams I have been on/ worked with, I have ended up making wonderful friendships that might not have happened if we hadn’t “worked” together. The community and sense of friendship on most design teams is one that can’t be described, unless you have been part of it. (Granted, I’ve heard and seen horrible experiences of design teams, but I’m talking about my experiences.)

If you end up working on a challenge design team, there’s a chance you’ll get paid in products from sponsors. This is a great way to try out new companies, expand your collection of products, in addition to providing inspiration to the participants of the challenge. Note that some challenge teams do not provide compensation, but rather allow you the platform to be seen as a designer.

I don’t want this to be a controversial series, so I won’t go into the debates of people saying it’s unfair to be paid in products. For me personally, and just about anyone else starting out, getting paid in products is a PRIVILEGE and if you don’t like the compensation that a company offers, you have the choice to gracefully decline before signing onto their team.

design_2Truth be told, most companies and teams are looking for originality. We want you to be YOU. We don’t want someone who doesn’t have a signature style, but rather someone who has a style and they make trends/ products/ stamps work in their original style. If your style changes weekly and you aren’t original with your ideas and cards, you may need to settle into your own style before applying to a team.

There are two ways to get onto a design team…

  1. They host a design team call, you apply and they narrow down the choices and you make the cut!
  2. The company/ team does NOT have a design team call, but rather hand picks each designer. Most companies go this route for a number of reasons. They can pick their designers to fit specific styles, the following the designer has, how active the designer is in blogging/ social media, etc…or perhaps they have had the chance to work with them on a different team and know they’re a “team player”.

Okay, now let’s here some thoughts on this topic from some of the contributors….

jen“First and foremost…it’s fun!  If it’s not fun, then don’t be on that team.  It’s also a learning experience and a chance to better yourself as a designer.  Of course, there’s the “free” product, too.  Note that I put “free” in quotes because it really is a trade-off:  products for projects.”

kryssi“Follow your favorite companies and use their products! If the companies have challenges, try to get a sense on what styles they like and watch closely on who they pick as winners. And remember to submit!

One of the most important factors is your activeness in the blogging and crafting community. When you’re active, naturally you’ll be inspired and challenged by your peers too. It will only improve your skills! Then from there, creativity and photography ranks side by side. If a project is presented poorly, it won’t grab anyone’s attention. Likewise, if a card is dull, the viewer will just keep scrolling or X out of a page. You don’t want that, so always think about the overall presentation on your work. There should be a high level of consistency in every project posted on your blog. Think of it as your resume if you are looking to land a spot on a DT. A good DT spot is also like a stepping stone. Once you get your foot in the first door, other opportunities will come easier.”

michele

“Some teams, especially manufacturer companies, provide free products, which is always fun. All teams offer exposure by being featured on a team blog, and the chance to inspire their readers, which I find very rewarding. I think the best benefit is the camaraderie of working with lots of talented designers, and the friendships that are built.”

shay “Be yourself and only apply to design teams for companies or challenges you truly love and believe in because if you don’t it shows and you will begin to dislike the work.

Sharpen your skills with classes and challenges.  You will learn so much and really develop your style and as you progress you will get noticed!

Also, some companies/websites build and craft design teams by invitation (we do this) rather than through design team calls and my recommendation would be to strut your stuff to the companies you love—enter their contests and challenges, follow their social media, share projects you make with their product on social media and tag, message or email them so they can see it!  I assure you we pay attention and appreciate when someone is so enthusiastic about our company.”

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Whew, that was a TON of info and perspective in one post. I wanted to start from the very beginning and as the weeks go on, I’ll address some of the following questions, along with many more…

Does being on a team hinder creativity? Do you mind in people are on other design teams? Does a person need design team experience? What qualities do companies look for in a designer? How do you handle rejection from a design team call?

Have a specific question you want answered?  Leave it here and I’ll try to answer as many as I can in this series.

blogging101I hope you enjoyed this first installment of this series. If you are new to blogging, or want some info on how to make your blog stand out, I created a five part series last year that you may enjoy. Just click the graphic above!

I’ll see you next Monday with part 2 of this Design Teams 101 series. If you find this series help, be sure to subscribe to my blog so you don’t miss any of my posts. Until next time…

Blog Hop Announcement!

I’m so excited to announce that the second official Pretty Pink Posh blog hop is scheduled for later this month. I’ve been working for weeks to line-up sponsors, designers and let me just tell you that this hop is one you will NOT want to miss.

Ever since I hosted the first blog hop, I’ve been waiting for just the right time to do another one. We all know that life sometimes can get a little crazy, so I thought making it a quarterly event might be best. (Don’t quote me on this- it’ll all depend on if it continues to work logistically.) If you participated/ hopped in the first blog hop, you know this isn’t an ordinary blog hop. I’ve lined up some of my very favorite companies to be part of this special event!

Whether you’re new to paper crafts, or you’ve been doing it for decades, you have probably noticed that DIE CUTS are super popular right now. Whether they coordinate with stamps, they’re decorative borders or intricate designs, or maybe even alphabet shapes, die cuts are a huge part of crafting these days and this event will let them shine!

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Date: The blog hop will start on Friday, August 22nd, 2014 at 6AM, PST and will run until Monday, August 25, 2014 at 11:55 PM, PST.

Where: It’s taking place HERE on the Pretty Pink Posh blog. We will have a link-up widget where you can link up your project and then hop along and see what others have created.

Who: We want EVERYONE to be involved. If you love adding die cuts to your projects and have a blog, you are welcome to join along. Don’t have a blog yet? This is a great time to start one!

Now it wouldn’t be a fabulous blog hop without sponsors, right?  I love these companies and am so grateful to not only have them sponsor, but many of them will also be sharing inspiration the week before the event!

bloghopsponsors2That’s not all…..I have two coupons EXCLUSIVE to my readers/ the participants of the upcoming blog hop. How about a little shopping before you start to plan on your blog hop project(s)?

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Save 10% off anything in the Ellen Hutson store!

coupon code: MCPPP10   expires 8-22-2014

CLICK HERE to start shopping!

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One-time use for 10% off anything in the Pretty Pink Posh Shop!

(not applicable to previous orders)

coupon code: BLOGHOP2   expires 8-22-2014

CLICK HERE to start shopping!

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Whew, that’s a ton of info for one post! I’ll wrap this up in just a bit, but before I do, I also wanted to share a graphic you can post on YOUR blog if you plan on participating.  Just add the code below to your blog sidebar and help spread the word about the blog hop!

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Stay tuned- I’ll have LOTS of die cut inspiration to share all this month and who knows, there might even be some more coupons coming later on. *wink*

I hope you’re just as excited about this blog hop as I am! The first blog hop was a huge success and I’m hoping we can get even more entries this time around.

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August 2014 Release

Hello, sweet readers!

It’s a BUSY here today as I’m announcing the new products for August, along with the much anticipated announcement of the next BIG PPP blog hop (that’s coming a little later).

First things first, I’m releasing five new products today and I must say, I’m very excited about each of them. After the great response from the first set of dies I released, I went to the drawing board and got a second batch into production. These dies work SO well with the first dies I released, as you’ll see in my cards and video.

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This first card showcases the great tag shape from the Stitched Duo 1, but I paired it up with one of the NEW dies- the circles from Stitched Duo 2!

It’s no secret that I love cute stamps and these friends by Mama Elephant are ADORABLE. You can do so many things with them, but I’ll admit that I love using them with my dies. They each have so much character on their own- you don’t even need to be a pro at coloring them!

*Purchase the In My Heart set at Simon Says Stamp OR Ellen Hutson.

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This next card features the new Stitched Film Strip, which is a die that I cannot stop using. It’s hands down one of my all-time favorites (can I say that if I design it?!) and I think you all are going to love it as well. Just like my other die, this is great for creating mini scenes on cards!

For some reason, I think this little friends look so cute with the mini flower sequins that I have in the Summer Embellishment Kit. It add to the “cute” factor of the card and honestly, it’s just hard to resist adding sequins to all my cards.

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This card is only the beginning of possibilities with the Stitched Film Strip. Coming next week, I’ll have a product release blog hop with the design team and special guests- you’ll definitely want to get your dies before they sell out! These designers are absolutely AMAZING!

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Okay, now on to the video showing you the new products, along with sneaks of cards I’ll be sharing soon. Be sure to watch the video- there’s a glimpse at an EXCLUSIVE product for Ellen Hutson!

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I wanted to make things super easy for you, so here are the direct links to the products shown:

Stitched Film Strip

Stitched Duo 2

4mm Watermelon Sequins

6mm Watermelon Sequins

6mm Sparkling Clear Sequins

Summer Embellishment Kit

Ellen Huston EXCLUSIVE Sequin Mix

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I’m thrilled to say that Ellen Hutson, MarkerPop, Simon Says Stamp and Impress all have the new dies and they will have them available on their sites later today.

I hope that you enjoyed these cards, along with the video. I’ll see you in just a bit with the blog hop announcement, along with TWO coupon codes and a listing of all the great sponsors that are joining me for the hop.

A New Series…

If you have followed my blog for a bit, you know that my posts are for YOU, my amazing readers. After many requests, I did a series called Blogging 101 that was geared towards new bloggers, or bloggers who wanted to really develop a blogging voice/ following.

Granted, I’m by no means a super expert on the topic, but I have been blogging for quite some time and my following has grown leaps and bounds from when I first started. Before I started the Pretty Pink Posh Shop, I was actively blogging, developing my blog as a brand and gaining a whole new audience outside of paper crafts. Well, as my little shop has grown and time has diminished, I’m no longer blogging “on a schedule”, but the lessons in the Blogging 101 series still apply.

Now that I have my own company, I’ve been getting emails and comments asking how one “breaks in” to the design team world. I’ve been in charge of a few teams, been on a handful of teams and I’ve been in this industry for over a decade. I don’t know ALL of the ins and outs of things, but I do have some “insider” info that I want to pass on to YOU, those interested in being on a design team. comingsoon100For those interested in being on a design team, wanting to hear what companies look for, etc., STAY TUNED. I’m working on this series with some collaborators and the first segment is scheduled for Monday, August 4th.

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Sea Friends + A Challenge

Have you had a day where you feel incredibly blessed? Lately I’ve been having some battles within myself (the stress of dealing with health issues, worrying about finances, etc…) and know that the stress doesn’t do anything but harm me physically, mentally and emotionally. Despite KNOWING these things, I still let it get to me sometimes. I was having one of those days and then I bumped into a friend at the Farmer’s Market on Saturday. We didn’t chat for long, but it was a familiar face when I needed one. Then later on that day, I received a check in the mail. Granted, it was a small one, but it was the unexpected blessing I needed to know that God still has me in the palm of His hand.

With the craziness of life and the ups and downs I still deal with physically (click HERE for previous updates), I don’t often take the time to sit down and write friends cards. I decided to spend a few hours writing notes to friends and vow to actually MAIL them this week. Today’s card is going to a friend that has become so very dear to my heart. She unexpectedly blessed me with flowers last year (story HERE) and she also happens to be the friend I bumped into this weekend.

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Friends are a funny thing. Some friends are with you for just a season, some come in and out of your life for other seasons, and then there are lifelong friends. I have been blessed with a dear lifelong friend, but so many friends have come in and out of my life. Do I sometimes get sad that many of them seem to have gone away since the accident? Absolutely. However, I’m grateful for my lifelong friend and the friends I have in THIS season.

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challengeIt’s been a while since I put a challenge out to you, my readers, but I feel like doing one today. Send at least TWO cards to friends, family members or someone who needs a little encouraging today. It doesn’t have to be a super long note, but let’s brighten up some lives this week.

That’s all for me today, sweet friends. I hope your week gets off to a great start!

*I wrote a previous post about “True Friends” that you may enjoy, too. Be warned: it’s a long one.


 

Guest Designer Mail Call

guestdesignerHello and Happy Saturday!

It’s a rare occurrence for me to post on the weekend, but I figured this video/post couldn’t wait until Monday to be shared. As you all know, I hosted the very first Pretty Pink Posh guest designer call recently and I promised to film a video showcasing all of the beautiful cards.

Since this was my first call, I wasn’t sure the best way to film the video…..I hope this does each designer and card justice! It was so much fun to visit the post office and see packages filmed with cards for the call, but also pretty cards and notes for me. You all are sweetie pies!

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Do you want to see more calls in the future? If so, leave a comment so I’ll know your thoughts. If I don’t hear anything, I’ll just assume you won’t want me to do this again. NOW is the time for you to share your opinions! *wink*

Thank you to these talented ladies who sent in cards for this call. I know it took some planning to create, mail and send your packages and for that I am grateful. I cannot wait to mail some of these cards to my design team and the stores that carry Pretty Pink Posh!

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Jennifer
Vicki
Kari
Cara
Valerie
Shari
Jessica
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I hope you all have a wonderful weekend. Today I’m off to the Farmer’s Market for some fresh fruit and flowers and then hopefully I can get some more crafty goodness finished in the studio!

Until next time….