Polka Dot Pixels: April 2009

Wednesday, April 29

Ashley Munn Photography

I am currently working on a brochure for Ashley Munn and her beautiful photography. Here is a sneak peek. I will post more as I finish each page. You can visit her blog at http://ashleymunnphotography.blogspot.com/.

Saturday, April 25

Anatomy of a Blog

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Ever ask yourself what people are talking about when they talk about their blog elements?

Visit my website at http://www.polkadotpixels.com and check out Anatomy of a Blog, in the FAQ section.

Navigation Bar???

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Do you love my new navigation bar? I can install one for you on your blog with images of your choice!! Contact me for details!

Friday, April 24

Ashley Munn Photography Blog

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I did a blog makeover and animated banner for Ashley Munn Photography. She has some of the most beautiful portraits and photographs, I have ever seen! Go by and visit her at http://ashleymunnphotography.blogspot.com.

Thursday, April 23

Need an Ad or Blinkie??

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I can create ads and blinkies for your blogs, sites, and Etsy shops. Visit my Etsy shop at polkadotpixels.etsy.com for more details! Custom designs available. Contact me for a quote. Everyone loves a blinkie!!

Tuesday, April 21

In the Clear Organizing - Blog Makeover

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Here is the finished blog for In the Clear Organizing. Visit her HERE and see what she can do to help you organize your life!! She also has a wonderful Etsy shop HERE with some great clipboards. Here are a couple of pics.

Surfing Etsy

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I am hanging out at Etsy this morning and found this wonderful shop that is holding a Giveaway. You know I adore retro images and they have some of the cutest things!! So go and visit Lemonade Accessories HERE and enter the giveaway HERE!

Monday, April 20

Blog Intervention Giveaway!!

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Don't forget that your submissions for the Ultimate Blog Package are due by April 30th. Leave a comment on the previous post HERE explaining the details about the contest!! May the "best" blog win!!

I love Etsy

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I bought a new laptop case from Janine King Designs on Etsy!! Here is a pic. Can't wait to get it!

Layout of the Week

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I am in LOVE with digital scrapbooking. Occasionally, I will try to share some great designers or creations that I come across! Here is my Layout of the week done by Akeza from the ScrapbookGraphics.com Gallery. Using elements by Lorie Davison!! If you like to digi-scrap...you must check out her GORGEOUS kits!!

If you want to know more about my "other" life as a digital scrapper, visit my scrapping blog at Shabby Scraps HERE.

New Blog

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A new look for Shabby Scraps today. Quite a departure from the coffee theme I had previously. That is what is so great about Blogger...you can change your template daily, if you wish.

Sunday, April 19

Sara....My Illustrator

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My daughter Sara is graduating in a couple of weeks with her degree in Graphic Design. She made this new logo for me. This is how she sees me 24/7. So...now I have to redesign my blog and website to match it. I LOVE IT!! The new site is UP....go and have a look HERE.

Stock Photos - My Favorite Site

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My new favorite site! BigStockPhoto.Com!! Reasonable pricing and very liberal TOU for all of your stock image needs for web design! Go and check them out!

Thursday, April 16

In the Clear Organizing - Blog Makeover

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Working on updating a blog for Stephanie at In the Clear Organizing. Visit her blog HERE. Here is the before...

A work in progress but getting there!!!

Little Fish Designs

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I am working on an Etsy shop banner, avatar and business cards for Little Fish Couture. Look for her new Etsy shop coming soon!!

Blog Intervention Giveaway!!

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Does your blog need help?

Submit your blog, and register to win a FREE makeover! The winning blog owner will receive a Polka Dot Pixels Ultimate Blog Package for their blog's facelift. If you have a blog which you wish to nominate for consideration, please comment on this post, including your name, email address and the blog url to be entered. Only new blogs in Blogger format are eligible for this event. Former PDP clients may participate, but only with a new blog, not created by PDP previously. Established blogs only, please.

Entries are due by midnight CST on April 30th. A winner will be selected, and announced May 1st at Noon, CST.

May the neediest blog win!!

Tuesday, April 14

Saving My Dollars - Blog Makeover

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I am working on a blog makeover for Nicolette's blog, Saving My Dollars. Go have a look and see how you too, can save your dollars!! www.savingmydollars.blogspot.com

Friday, April 10

Cows

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I am working on some animated ads for Vegan Craft Samples. I found this brilliant illustrator, Brian Maricle, who allowed me to use his 3D bovine! Thank you Brian! Go and see his artwork at www.brianmaricle.net.

Thursday, April 9

Stickers!!

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I love stickers!! I made this thank you sticker for Nikki at shiningstarsboutique.etsy.com. Go and visit her shop!! She has some adorable things. Check out this cute Easter bow she made. Adorable!

Welcome Back Christine - Pillow Throw Decor

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Thank you to Christine for allowing me to design her shop ads and business cards. Her Etsy shop carries gorgeous custom made pillows and bed treatments. Check her out at pillowthrowdecor.etsy.com.