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Blogs.com

If you love blogs as much as I do, there is something new on the web you should check out!  From Typepad...

"Most of us have our favorite go-to blogs that we check on a daily basis, but with over 175,000 new blogs created every day, finding fresh blogs that are well-written, relevant, and appeal to our passions is no easy feat. As you know, Six Apart is a company founded by bloggers, for bloggers, and because of that, we want to not only provide bloggers with the best tools, but also help them reach a broader audience. We realize, however, in order to do the latter, we have to help readers find the best content available on the web. We hope the newest addition to the Six Apart family, Blogs.com, will do just that."

You can go HERE to read the full announcement about Typepad's new venture.

And they even asked me to compile my very own list:
10 Favorite Creatively Inspirational Blog List

Stop by and check it out along with all of the other amazing lists they have created.  What a cool way to step into a whole new blogoshere and find interesting people & places to explore! Enjoy!

Ask and you shall recieve...

A few months ago, we asked customers what they really wanted from an autumn themed set and what they would do with it.  One of the most popular answers was creating beautiful table settings fro Thanksgiving feasts.  Now that we have brought you the stamp set (First Fruits), we thought we would have the design team come up with a few inspirational table settings for you using that set!  Be sure to follow the links to each individuals blog for more photos and details about their projects!

Amy Rysavy

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Debbie Olson

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Heather Nichols

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Lauren Meader

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Lisa Johnson

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Niki Estes

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Aren't they all just AMAZINGLY breathtaking?  I had no idea when I issued this assignment to the girls that the results would be this stunning!  They have definitely inspired me to make something amazing for my own holiday table this year!  Happy stamping!!!   

A little thank you...

As the craziness of the August release is just winding down for me, I wanted to stop in and let you know how much it has blessed me to have so many of you not only support our growing company, but also me as an artist.  Many of your comments & emails touch my heart, inspire me or just make me laugh out loud.   It is amazing to be involved in an industry where customers become friends, supporters & cheerleaders.  So thank you.  Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all that you do to support my little creative soul.  It is so appreciated.

David and I are heading out today on a little getaway.  Our 9th anniversary was last week on the 7th, but with release preparations, we decided to wait until afterwards to celebrate.  I am looking forward to a bit of quiet time with him, just the two of us. How did I get so lucky? Do you remember the story of how we met?  I'll never get over what a fairytale relationship we have had and continue to have.  How did you and your significant other meet?

Before I leave, I also wanted to let you know that the Guest Star Stamper Honorable Mention post will be going up a bit later than usual.  I was going to compose it tonight before I left, but we are having technical difficulties with the gallery, so I cannot access any of the pictures.  I promise to finish that post up later on this weekend after I return.  There was some AMAZING entries this month!

I hope you all have a fantastic weekend!  Do something creative!

and the winner is...

I love autumn, it is my absolute favorite time of year. The smell of fall in the air, the changing leaves, the crispness of morning. There are too many things to pick from....but, since I have to, I will choose making Halloween Costumes for my kids. I love letting them choose what they will be and figuring out a way to make that happen for them. Then letting them try on the costumes to get ready for the big night and watch their anticipation grow. It is so fun to build such great memories for them. Thanks for letting me share and for always doing such a great job. =)

       

Posted by: Alisa | August 14, 2008 at 10:19 PM             

Congratulations, Alisa!  You've won the August *I Want It All* package (a $143 value!)  Please email customer service with your shipping address and we will be sure to get your package right out to you!  Thanks to everyone for particpating!  there were some beautifully poetic answers!  I am looking forward to reading them more thoroughly tomorrow!

*official* August Release Party Contest

Here's your chance to win big, just by sharing a few thoughts with us about your autumn delights!

"What is your favorite part about autumn? "

Add your answer to the comment section of this post to be entered to win the complete August "I Want It All" Package, valued at $143!  The contest closes at 11:30pm EST, so be sure to get your entry in before then!  Please play fair, only one entry per person.

One winner will randomly be selected and posted here at 11:45 EST.  I look forward to reading all of your responses!