Another Blog Giveaway!
Good grief, I've had over 10,000 look-sees into this blog in the last 3 weeks. I suspect it's because Paper Trufflez and Thinking Inking list this blog on their list of blogs to look at (thank you Julie and Debbie), but I'll take readers however I can get them! Surely someone deserves something for dropping by this blog! I JUST mailed the patterned paper to the last winner of a giveaway, so be patient if you win PRIMA FLOWERS from me. Yes, some yummy Prima Flowers to the winner of this latest give away. How can you win? Post a comment on THIS post no later than 9:00 pm EST on Thursday January 25th, and describe what you like to see in a stamping blog. Do you want pictures with descriptions, information on the blogger and her life, featured stampers, recommendations on products, etc.??? Yes, I've been "tagged" -- more on that later..........
I love seeing beautiful pieces done with stamping and all the fun someone had doing it as they write about their creation.
ReplyDeleteI love to see the beautiful cards, especially when they use a new technique for me to try. My inspiration is definitely second hand!
ReplyDeleteI drop by your blog every day, just in case the Feedblitz thing is wrong and it has changed!
ReplyDeleteI enjoy seeing your work and would like to see more of it, along with new techniques and product reviews. It makes it easier to decide whether or not to purchase something if someone else is happy with it, or not, as the case may be. And we all have SO many toys!
It is nice to read a little about your life from time to time as well, it's good to get to know you a little better, even if it is "virtually".
I like seeing new tutorials for techniques. I love seeing new art!
ReplyDeleteGreat blog!
Rhonda P.
I drop by your blog every few days. Love the way you show other stampers art work. I also like seeing recommendations for products. Lately many of my stamp related purchases have been after seeing bloggers opinions of a certain product. I will usually wait and see what the buzz is about and weigh whether or not I really need it. For instance, next time I go to the craft store I must get the Crop-A-Dile. ;o)
ReplyDeleteThanks for your blog and keep up the good work!
Jennie
I love a blog that is updated frequently with stamped projects along with a brief description of what you used on the card.
ReplyDeleteThanks for posting another give away and congratulations on all your hits!
Hello, pictures and "how-to" techniques. Those are my favorites. Between the the two I find lots of inspiration for my paper crafts. Thank you for sharing! Smiles, NG.
ReplyDeleteJoan, I like seeing a little bit of everything - personal life stuff and also works of art. I really enjoy reading blogs because it makes me feel like I know the person blogging! There have been more than one occasion where I wished I knew an address or two because I felt compelled to send a card or similar. But I thought that might be too weird or something! Maybe not tho!
ReplyDeleteI love your product reviews and your cards! That's what I like about blogs - the products, the techniques, the cards. I also enjoy learning a little more about the stamper behind the stamps! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI love seeing the things you are doing with your blog...that's why I come back everyday. The samples, ideas, details, highlights and personal touch that you convey is exactly what I like to see in a blog. Patti Hojnacki
ReplyDeleteI would love to see cards with tutorials. I am a visual hands-on type. If you've done the Frappacino holder with bottles a tutorial on that would be great. Love your blog. Your creations are wonderful and other beautiful cards you share from other talented people help me to create my own. I spent the entire weekend making cards with my new scalloped punches! Thanks for the lift!
ReplyDeleteJoan
ReplyDeleteI love to see your beautiful creations - your photographs always do them justice - along with the recipes/instructions. But getting to know the stamper behind the creation is what I like best!
Thanks for keeping your blog up and running for all of us!
Patti
GO COLTS!
I like pictures, lots of pictures. And I like stories, recipes, and new "tools" or ideas to make stamping easier.
ReplyDeleteWell, let's see... As a recipient of your email updates, I have really enjoyed pictures, the descriptions, the tutorial-type writing, I like to see links to SALES around the internet that you happen across - or anything of interest - that we can link up to.. I like getting to know you a bit thru your descriptions of your day, etc! Thank you for all you do!
ReplyDeleteI love to see cards, cards, cards! Techniques are great to see on a blog but not neccessarily new ones, sometimes we need reminders of the oldies but goodies (like the glossy cardstock).
ReplyDeleteYes - everything you said :) I love to see stamping projects with pictures and I also like to know about the person behind the blog.
ReplyDeleteThanks!
What I really like seeing on blogs are different ways to use products & tools, tutorials and new techniques. I also like it when along with a new card picture there is also a step by step on how it is done. But I also appreciate all the hardwork that goes into keeping a blog current and sharing your talent with everyone. Thanks for sharing and inspiring me.
ReplyDeleteoops meant to leave my name with that last anonymous post...
ReplyDelete"Yes - everything you said :) I love to see stamping projects with pictures and I also like to know about the person behind the blog."
You are on my list of "have to visit daily" blogs! Joan, your blog is awesome. I always enjoy my visits.
ReplyDeleteWhat would I like to see more of? Hmmm... probably just more cards and what inspired you to make it. I also enjoy getting to know you as I read your blog. Keep up the great work and letting us get to know you better. You rock!
Rubber HUgs,
Renee
happystamper05 SCS
PS. How's your mom doing these days? Hope all is well.
Your blog is on my "have to check daily" list. I love visiting your blog and getting to know you better. What would I like to see more of? Hmm. Probably more cards and what inspired you to make them. Thank you for the great job on your blog and letting us get to know you better with it.
ReplyDeleteRubber Hugs,
Renee
I really enjoy seeing your creations and how you made them. I absolutely love pictures, so keep them coming. I'm like the others - I use these blogs and websites to spark my own creativity. sometimes I need a little "boost" in that direction, whatever direction it may be for the day. Keep up the great work, love your blog.
ReplyDeleteI enjoy seeing other people's card and projects. They help to inspire my projects.
ReplyDeleteColleen
www.stampingoddess.com
All that!! I love card samples, ideas, techniques, fun stuff. Want it all!!
ReplyDeleteI just enjoy checking it regularly so see new cards and ideas!
I really like your blog. Love seeing all your beautiful art work, and the "how-too's". Also enjoy a small glimpe into a day in your life.
ReplyDeleteFirst thank you for your work on the blog. I visit you everyday! What I like is all of that stuff. The samples are eye candy for the day and reviews over new products are always great! Thanks! Sue
ReplyDeleteI want it all! LOL I love seeing your creations, how you did it and what inspired you. I also like seeing product recommendations, the Good, the Bad and the Ugly of a product.
ReplyDeleteI think I probably found your blog through Julie's! Im not sure now as Ive added several blogs in the last couple of weeks!
ReplyDeleteHmmm what I like in a blog....frequent updates (especially with the good blogs!).
I am finding a new love for my hobby recently and so Im just enamored by the incredible talent of many people out there. I look to the blogs for that reason...when I find someone with amazing talent, Id prefer to look at JUST their stuff. So instead of searching galleries, I come to one specific spot.
Part of my daily ritual now is to sit down and go down the list of all the blogs in my favorites, and marvel at all the wonderful talent and inspiration!
Thank you for being a part of my ritual and providing some fantastic inspiration! :)
I check your blog routinely - I love to see pictures of what different artists are doing. And I love the way you showcase other artists/stampers! Techniques are great, too! I guess I want it all in a blog!!
ReplyDeleteI love seeing projects (cards and everything else) with pictures nad some instructions ... I get so inspired with all the talented ladies out there ...
ReplyDeleteI read only your Blog! I enjoy it because you continue to stamp! I like your style of cards, reminders of old techniques and seeing how you tweak them to make them your own! Your tips, insights into new stuff and learning more about you and your family are great! Thanks for taking the time to do it.
ReplyDeleteI would also enjoy knowing when something you try doesn't work! I learn from successes and failed attemps!
I like a blog that is updated frequently, has lots of pictures (esp. when explaining a technique) and even, at times, explaining the basics of finishing a card (e.g., use of embellishments, sponging, piercing, etc.) to give it that extra ta-da. I think my cards are nice enough but I need to learn more "ta-da"! Cheers, Allison
ReplyDeleteI enjoy seeing cards that you've made with descriptions on how you've made them. Also like reading new product descriptions.
ReplyDeleteAnd, of course, giveaways are always great!
Thanks.
barb
You have a great blog!! I just like to see a variety of cards!!!
ReplyDeleteBeth J
I love to see pictures of projects, cool ideas and tips. It's fun to read about the stamper as well as the stamped projects. So a little of everything ... and updated on a regular basis. By the way, great blog!
ReplyDeleteI love to see creations, read a bit about the life of the blogger.... product reviews, links to favourite places....
ReplyDeleteI just love to see your beautiful cards. It inspires me to work more on my own. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeletei enjoy it all - personal commentary, card ideas, other paper projects, tutorials on techniques, enabler alerts, "must haves" etc. thanks for asking - i enjoy your blog and all your great ideas.
ReplyDelete-Beth
I love a blog w/artwork, instructions, reviews, hints & inspiration. That sounds like your blog! Give aways are just an extra bonus.
ReplyDeleteI love your blog. I like it it when you post pictures and talk about new techniques. I am a visual learner so if I see I can do.
ReplyDeleteShelley
Samples, samples, samples!!! I'm definitely a gal that takes advantage of the whole CASE concept! Lois H
ReplyDeleteI check your blog everyday and enjoy all the beautiful things you make, along with new techniques and product reviews. I also enjoy reading a little bit about YOU!
ReplyDeleteI love looking at craft projects, and it is extra good when there is info on technique used, colors, tips, recommendations... I have learned so much since I started reading blogs.
ReplyDeleteI also love giva-aways!:o) You bloggers are so genorous! TFS!
Monika/buzsy
I love pictures with descriptions and I love techniques described with steps. I would also like to see how stampers and scrappers find time or make time to do their projects since that is a challenge for me.
ReplyDeleteMy morning routine has now become check the news highlights, check my cartoon and scroll through a set of stamping blogs, starting with yours!
ReplyDeleteAs for what I like about it, everything! I like that you update it frequently! I LOVE the cards, I find them very elegant, some are so simple, but SO elegant!
In some cases, i haven't realized how beautiful some sets can be until I've seen your work!
Anyway thanks for sharing and keep posting!!
I am new to your blog and subscribed from a posting by someone on Stamper's Corner. What caught my eye was your experiment with Pergamano and using stamps and white Stazon to transfer the image to parchment. I love this tech. and am bumbling along trying to learn all I can. Your suggestion was brilliant. I appreciate your comments and directions on the cards you post. They are beautifula and inspiring. You have such a freindly way of describing how you did each card. I am looking forward to learning a lot from your blog.
ReplyDeleteLove your blog, Joan. I enjoy seeing your cards, product reviews, and general stampin' talk. I also enjoy how stampers' personalities come through in their blogs!
ReplyDeleteYour blog is a definite MUST READ among the SCS bloggers!
What I like to see on blogs:
ReplyDelete* Free giveaways! (Pick me! Pick me!)
* Photos of cards with pseudo instructions. (I don't need details like "color the carrot orange", but things like "I used bleach for the highlights". I guess I'm looking for "techniques" more than "instructions".
I enjoy the beautiful artwork you put on your blog, plus some techniques, new products, and a little about your life, maybe organizational hints from time to time. Your blog is great and I drop by everyday. Thanks for having me.
ReplyDeletewell...I don't quite remember HOW I got here, honestly. It wasn't through the othe rblogs - I've never heard of them (Though Ill go check them out now) - as to what to see in a stamping blog..."all of the above" plus techniques would be great :) Thanks for being here
ReplyDeleteI like to see it all. :) But my favorite part is seeing the card idea's and learning about the techniques that were used. You have a great blog. tfs
ReplyDeleteJulie
I've been checking out your blog for a couple of months now! Love your work. Keep it up!
ReplyDeleteI love seeing new updates, new techniques, a bit of everyday, whatever the blogger likes to share.
ReplyDeleteI check your blog every few days and I love your stuff. I got the link from Nancy E.'s blog and I have your link on mine, if you don't mind.
Check mine out but I guarantee it's not have as interesting as yours! LOL
I love to see the beautiful cards or altered art -- AND the descriptions of techniques and recipes for them. I am not good at figuring it out on my own! I love all the detail you give.
ReplyDeleteThe reviews of products and glimpse into a bloggers personal life are also nice.
Hi! I've just recently added your blog to my favs to check out. I like to see a little bit of everything...I like hearing about people's family life from all over the US, I love seeing new techniques and card making ideas to inspire me...just about anything. Its all fun.
ReplyDeleteI enjoy blogs with pictures of cards, some basic description of how it was done (I'm not interested in copying exactly so don't want detailed directions). I like an occasional product review and like to see a little bit of the blogger's life.
ReplyDeleteI especially enjoy yours because your personality shines through.
Hi There...
ReplyDeleteI love seeing cards and projects with instructions.. Product reviews are also great..
You've got a great blog!
-Ginna
i like to see it ALL! love seeing what you're working on...love to find out about the "person behind the curtain"....love to see what things you like and why.
ReplyDeleteYahoo! Another chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI visit blog mainly for the cards and how they were designed. ALso, new products and where to get them at reasonable prices. I live in a small town in the Midwest and getting hold of the newest gizmo's is a rarity. Meanwhile, I have to drool over the neat stuff out there.
Aldona
I like seeing samples with descriptions & product reviews, but I also like to see personal information about your life as well! Thanks for doing what you do.
ReplyDeleteI always love to see cards using new or unusual techniques. I also like to hear about different products and users likes or dislikes about them. I could use some good organizational ideas. I have WAY too many stamps, paper, ribbons and other embellishments.
ReplyDeleteWell, it was the Bloghore who sent me over. Couldn't resist the name Paperlicious. It sounded so delicious! and it is. Your cards are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI like seeing the pictures with a materials list and brief instructions. Tips, and product info and recommendations are helpful too.
ReplyDeleteDeniseB
i like pics with descriptions, i like samples..heck i like it all...you do a fabu job!!
ReplyDeleteHello!
ReplyDeleteYou are a daily stop on my morning internet travelling!
I am a new stamper, started...wow a year ago. It started by going to a workshop with a friend, and then buying a stamping set. Now I am about to start with a stamping club and becoming an must do part of life!!
Most of my "designs" are second hand and I love you blog for all the inspiration and information!
Thanks for sharing!
YM
Ooooo Joan, cool! Thanks for being so generous!! I love seeing all your gorgeous creations! Please keep 'em coming! :)
ReplyDeleteHave been reading your blog on a regular basis for some time now. Love your work! New techniques, card samples and product recommendations are what I like to see in the blogs I read. I also love the fact that you post new stuff regularly!!! Thanks for sharing!!!
ReplyDeleteI really enjoy seeing pictures of cards and descriptions/instructions on anything difficult or unusual. I also enjoy the occassional recipe, a great deal, or a great new product! But my favorite thing to see on a blog is a card!
ReplyDeleteThanks!
Joella
Being a new stamper, I've been checking out many blogs. I really enjoy your blog because it really inspires me to try new things. I would love to learn new techniques as well as many of the "basics". I think that so many people just assume you already know the basics. I like step by step directions and especially when dimensions are given for cards and projects.
ReplyDeleteThanks!
Alison
I love the pictures of your cards, tutorials, and product reviews. If I had to pick one it would be the cards. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteHeather B.
Joan, I am a faithful reader of your blog. In fact, thanks to your little girl with the umbrella, I just bought that stamp. I love the samples, the techniques, the product comparisons and the links. I am not fond of the latest question/answer tagging thing.
ReplyDeleteDonna
rubyslippers@neofast.net
I like posts and photos - it's fun to read about the person behind the artwork, as much as it is to see the art. Even though I'm no longer into SU, I visit your site periodically because you do such beautiful work. I have quite a few blogs bookmarked and it's neat see what everyone is working on in more detail than what you'd see on a message board post or a picture trail photo. Kudos to you.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance !
ReplyDeleteI read blogs daily with or without a Feedblitz - so it's great when blogs are updated daily (or at least couple times a week). I love seeing new creations - with good descriptions about materials used and inspirations. Anything that you find interesting in terms of products or techniques or craft related stuff - we'd probably find enjoyable to read!!
~pl
Love seeing lots of cards, the recipes for them are great but tutorials on different techniques are FABULOUS also.
ReplyDeleteGREAT JOB on your blog!
Hmm, where to start? I read your blog first thing every morning and enjoy seeing every card you stamp! I especially like it when you tell us what didn't work! I enjoy your Featured Stamper and the little peeks into your life. It was really nice to take a step back the other day when you posted about the glossy cardstock. Sometimes I think we get so wrapped up in what's new, we forget about the "lonely" supplies, stamps, etc. I know, I for one, need to use some of those lonelies! Thanks for all you do, Joan. You're the BEST!
ReplyDeleteI like to see lots of stamped samples, and here about the blogger!
ReplyDeleteI like it when stamping bloggers tell how they did their projects and share specifics on what products work well for them. It also helps to provide links to where to get the products online. Keep up the good work, I love this blog!
ReplyDeleteI love a blog that is chock full of pictures and descriptions! And I love some good enabling- where to find the coolest stuff that lets you make the amazing things you do!
ReplyDeleteMy absolute favorite thing to see on blogs is cards, cards, cards, with a description of the technique. I'm always looking for pieces of art that match my taste and preference. Since I can't create them on my own (I'm not a very creative thinker), I look to the "blog experts" to guide me. So . . . lots of samples with clear directions. I also love to read about/see pictures of the blogger and family so they don't seem like strangers to me!
ReplyDeleteI stop by daily to see what's new. I enjoy it when you have made something as inspired by someone else. It shows YOUR take on things and encourages me to get inspiration from others and then do my own thing. I also love seeing & learning new techniques and about new products. By the way, the photographic quality of your cards is incredible!
ReplyDeleteI love seeing pieces done with some details about how it was created; I also enjoy learning about new techniques and about the blogger, too!
ReplyDeleteThanks for doing your blog, I very much appreciate it,
Joan,
ReplyDeleteI love reading your blog. You do lovely work, and I enjoy hearing about your product recommendations. It's also nice to learn a little more about you.
Your cards are amazing and nudge me to leave the computer and go stamp! Do you have a stamp group who gets together to play? I'd like to know about how you do that.
ReplyDeleteI'm not a blogger, but I love reading others' blogs.
Do you want pictures with descriptions, information on the blogger and her life, featured stampers, recommendations on products, etc.???
ReplyDeleteAll of the above? :D
Seriously, I like seeing your card samples with details (at least stamps used/company, colors, if a special technique was used), new products (or a new way yot use an old one), what's new with the blogger (makes it a bit more personal, but you don't have to get really personal if you know what I mean), other interests you might have, particularly as they relate back to stamping. As for featured stampers, it's a great way to pay it forward, particularly if the FS isn't well-known.
Hi Joan!
ReplyDeleteI love to see samples with descriptions and where to buy the products used. I also love to read about bloggers' everyday lives, the downs as well as the ups, and their families, what they do in "real life." I want it "all!"
I really like to see the card samples. Many times my creative juices have run dry and I need a boost in the right direction. Or perhaps it's just a "senior moment" - lol.
ReplyDeleteLynda
I love to see tutorials, product reviews, and lovely cards and other unique projects. It is also nice to hear bits and pieces about the author - makes the blog more personal. Its also nice to hear about fabulous sales that someone found! I also like to hear about "mistakes" and what doesn't work.
ReplyDeleteI think your blog is fantastic and I check every day!
Hmmm....what I like about your blog? EVERYTHING! I love your cards! I really appreciate you explaining techniques.
ReplyDeleteThe only down point is that I check the blog every morning before i start work and I pine for my stamps for a couple of hours after that! Maybe I should bring some stuff to the office and stamp during my lunch hour?! All the guys will get a good laugh at that!
Anyway thank you for sharing!
Yosha
Your blog is great! I love seeing pictures of your projects and the methods you used. I'm always looking for new techniques, and reviews on new products.
ReplyDeleteKeep up the great work!
Hi,
ReplyDeleteI lurk on your blog daily and sheepishly don't comment.
I look at a few different 'crafty' blogs and what i like to read about our cool ideas, inspiration, seeing finished projects and some details but unless it involves a template that is attached in some way I don't need the nitty-gritty of how it was done....
I also love a sketch challenges to see how different people (or even the same person) interprets a sketch.
I like to see anything and everything the blogger wants to post! I enjoy seeing cards and hearing about any and all of their creative endeavors...I also like to hear about their lives...it makes their art easier to understand...you know...understand their driving creativity! (and getting to know them better, too!!) I enjoy an occasional technique...and most of all, I just like to see what's up!
ReplyDeletejust discovered your blog(link from Lu-la's Corner) i love seeing stamped works and bits and pieces of the bloggers life. love the look of your blog-you have some wonderful work!
ReplyDeleteJoan, I LOVE your blog and I don't have any expectations of it - I love whatever YOU put up there because it's YOU! Yes, a card now and then is great. Product reviews as they happen in your life. Chatter about what's going on with you. That's all...
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Susan
I have a folder in my favorites labeled "BLOGS"... yours is in there! I visit each day and look forward to your beautiful samples. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI visit all the blogs from Julie's website. I like to see and read all the stamping techniques posted because it helps my creative juices flow well. Thank you for sharing your work.
ReplyDeleteCards, cards, and move cards. I'm constantly checking blogs, looking for the wonderful work posted!
ReplyDeletei love being inspred by seeing others work. i am physically challenged, and i love trying to work on a project that have seen, but cant do completely due to my muscle weakness, and working on alternatives in a way i can do myself.
ReplyDeletei also appreciate hearing others tips, and comments on techniques, tools and all the other things we love to play around with while scrappin!
cheers!! and keep up the fantastic work
What I like to see, and appreciate seeing, on your blog:
ReplyDelete* frequent updates. It's kind of like looking forward to a new catalog, but when you get it, there's nothing new
* a photo of a card, with recipe, and instructions if it's not obvious. I'm a new stamper, so your samples inspire me!
* reviews of the latest stamping "toys"...was it easy to use? why did you pick it over another? how many ways can you use it? how often do you use it?
* notes about you or your family or your life, etc. so we can become virtual friends :)
wow!!! love those primas.. .how many thousand of visitors do you wow?? that is unreal!!!
ReplyDeletelove the creativity here.. you will get lots coming back time after time!!!!!!!
I like tutorials on techniques and product recommendations! But of course, I love seeing pics of your creations too, so keep them coming!
ReplyDeleteI like seeing (and blogging) cards that are a bit outside the box...instructions too, but sometimes with some personal tidbits mixed in.
ReplyDeleteAll the comments here have identified tons of things for a blog - I just love to see the creative output, and learn how the ideas came about, and how they are accomplished.
ReplyDeleteThanks for asking!
I have to admit, I've been coming to your blog daily for a couple of months now and this is the first posting I've made!
ReplyDeleteAhh the power of free stuff!!!
I have enjoyed all your cards (given me a lot of ideas!) and enjoyed your life stories! I really like when bloggers say how they made the card.
I am going to take this as a lesson and start commenting when I enjoy something...don't be surprised if you see something from me for every posting now!!!
Anyway pick me! pick me! pick me!!! Does begging have an impact? :)
YP
I love seeing your cards with descriptions and I especially like the product reviews you do. (I totally miss that white ink one which disappeared.) Keep up the good work! =)
ReplyDeleteSo there you sit, reading the comments and wondering where on your blog did you demonstrate Pergamano! I joined two blogs in the same week and was so excited about the giveaway you mentioned that I neglected to check which blog had Pergamano on it. Thought it was yours. I still love your cards and descriptions of them. I wish you were my neighbor and I could come stamp with you.
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