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Blog Updates and Some News!

9/20/2013

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  Well I have a few things for you today.
The first is a technical update on the website.

As most of you know, when I first started this site, it was a way to market and sell some of my handmade creations to all of you.  As my life changed (I mostly blame my babies...SO worth it!) and my style continues to shift, I made the decision to shut down the shop part of my site. 
I kept the site going, planning to use my blog to continue to update my friends and readers about my life (especially since we moved cross country). I also have used my blog to document and share my craft projects, with a possibility of accepting custom orders from any of you.  I have now changed my site so that this page (my blog) is my home page. This changed my site address, which means if you follow me via and feed readers or RSS, you will need to update the address to receive future blog posts. 

www.whispersofjoy.com
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Also, I am going to make a confession!
I struggle with this blog!
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Oh. Yeah. You already knew that! It's only a LITTLE bit obvious,
with my lack of consistency in posting :)

I guess the thing is, I truly enjoy blogging and I would love to be able to regularly post and update. But as many times as I have made resolutions to do better and post more often, I have come to realize that at this point in my life, it's just not reality.  Keeping up with my 3 preschool/toddler age kids, my husband, my home, and the other basic commitments and activities we are involved in, my blog is NOT a priority.  And I've come to accept that.  Now I just hope my readers do to! :) 
I have decided that I WILL keep my blog, but won't try to force myself to be a committed blogger. I will post when I feel like it. When I have something to share; be it a project, kid update, topic, question, or WHATEVER!  Some weeks I might post 3 times, and some MONTHS I may not post at all.  It's all about flexibility. Forced blogging isn't fun anyways. Sometimes when I read other blogs, I'm inspired. Then I wish that I could do better here at Whispers of Joy. Then I get discouraged again. So there's my struggle.
And now that I shared with you the way this blog will work from now on, you know too.  Come back when you can! Hopefully there will be new things on occasion. 
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On to the fun announcement...
I'll be doing another booth at a local bazaar this year!
Remember this and this?
The craft events that I participated in throughout past years were so much fun to me.  This year seemed like a good one to jump back into the craziness. We've lived in Minnesota for about a year and a half now, so we feel pretty settled into our home (that's a whole other store for another time) and life here. Also, here's my 'baby':
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Yeah...not really. :(
So anyways, since I don't have any clinging attachments right now, I thought it would be a good time to do it.  For the last couple of months I have been collecting, crafting, re-purposing, painting, sewing, gluing, sanding, designing, and creating. What fun! I have expanded a bit, and don't do as much for baby supplies as I used to.  I have discovered that variety is more interesting, so I have expanded into different products, styles, and designs. I enjoy creating a lot more when I can try new things and have a more unique products, in comparison to having many of one thing. That's another reason why I quit selling the way I was on this site. I STILL have a bunch of pacifier clips from when I 'mass produced' them a few years ago! I still use them for Vayah, give them as gifts, and so on, but got burned out on making so many! Lesson learned!
Here's a sneak peek of a few of the many things I've been working on lately...
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As you can see... a little mix of this and that.  There's so much more, but this is just a little hint of some of my new things.
I may be putting a few things up on here in the next couple of months for sale before the craft show. Or maybe not. You know me! ;)
Either way, whatever doesn't sell at the bazaar WILL be available for sale online soon after. If you see something you like that you'd like to pre-order, let me know! I'm always up for custom orders for my readers.

AND....
as many of you have probably been waiting for...
there WILL be a giveaway!!
I haven't decided yet if I'm going to do it before my bazaar (Nov 2nd), or after, when I share ANOTHER big secret, but will keep you updated and let you know.
Throw some ideas at me... what kind of prize would you like?

Baby items?
Home Decor?
Christmas Decor?
Party/Photo Props?
Gift Certificate?

Help me choose! I want to give something that YOU want to win!
I'd love to hear your feedback.

Thanks for being patient with me as a blogger. Your support is so much appreciated.  Hope you have a wonderful weekend.

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ANOTHER Giveaway...

3/14/2011

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  Whispers of Joy is giving away this set...
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...over HERE at Delightful Order
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Danita has a super neat blog all about things from organizing and  decorating, to creating and simplifying. She also has a neat etsy shop!
One of my favorite posts from here is her Toy Closet makeover!
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Delightful Order is currently hosting Whispers of Joy's latest giveaway so head on over and sign up!
Thanks again!
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Congratulations to...

3/5/2011

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Congrats to our Giveaway Winner...
SHARLA S.
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Shara will receive all the items shown above!
Sharla, please email me your mailing address and I will get it to you soon! :)
Thanks everyone else for stopping by!
Always more giveaways coming!
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Announcing Winners of the Secret Hunt! :)

2/24/2011

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Congratulations!!
Tsasa W.
 Christy S.
 Phyllis R.
 Lacey. R.
 Karina K.
These 5 gals found the secret link and now will receive a free Paci Clip!
If one of these is you, check your email and reply with your address!
Thanks for hunting! :)
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Giveaway

2/23/2011

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It’s another giveaway!  This time you can win all of the items pictured below.  Remember, everything makes a great gift if you don’t have a little one yourself!  You have until Friday, March 4th, 2011, by Midnight (Pacific Time) to make your entry (or entries!). Yes, there are many ways you can enter to win this awesome prize
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You can win:
A Mini Chalkboard with decorative flowers and detail
A Child Size Earwarmer Band Embellished with a blue rosette and sparkles
A Blue Swirl Paci Clip

TO ENTER:
1.          Go to the Treasure Chest and fill out the form there (you can also enter the person who recommended you!)
2.      Comment on this post about what you think of the new look
3.      Become and fan of Whispers of Joy on Facebook
(If you already are...comment and tell me)
4.      Become a follower on Twitter
(If you already are...comment and tell me!)
5.      Fill out the form to join the Newsletter on the homepage
(If you already are...comment and tell me)
6.      Blog about this contest on your site, then comment to tell me where you blogged
(Yes...these are all separate comments!)
7.      Tell someone else about this contest! If they fill out the form and they let me know that you referred them, you’ll get entered again along with them! 
 8.    Become a follower of the blog in the Google Friends Connect
(Comment again if you already are!)

Think you have a good chance?!   Get moving… you have until the 4th to see how many times you can enter! I will post the name of the winner here, at the Treasure Chest, and in a newsletter email soon after the contest is ended.  Winner will be contacted if email is provided.  If no email address is available, winner must contact me within  48 hours of announcement post.  Free shipping available only to US residents.
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Announcing the winner...

10/16/2010

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Congratulations:

~*Sierra G*~

Winner of the $25 Gift Certificate
to Whispers of Joy!

Keep checking back for more giveaways and new products this winter!
Hoping to get some new stuff as the season progresses.
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Happy 1 Year Anniversary-Whispers of Joy Blog! GIVEAWAY!

10/1/2010

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Win a $25 Gift Card
to Whispers of Joy!!!

~*Celebrating ONE year of blogging*~
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Comment below to enter, then...
Go to THE TREASURE CHEST to see more details and ways to enter!!
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Announcing the Winner...

3/27/2010

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   The contest is over...
       the random winner has been selected...

CONGRATULATIONS:
MYRA FRAKI!

Myra will receive a Sort-n-Stash Pocket Set
in the style of her choice! 
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Another Giveaway!! Awesome Value!

3/17/2010

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It’s another giveaway!  This time you could win a darling Sort-n-Stash Pocket Set in the style of your choice! Perfect to help keep a diaper bag or purse organized, or sort any random things that need a place to get stashed.  Remember, these make great gifts if you don’t have a little one yourself!  You have until Friday, March 26th, 2010, by Midnight (Pacific Time) to make your entry (or entries!). Yes, there are many ways you can enter to win this awesome prize!

1.          Fill out the entry form at the treasure chest
and click the submit button! :)


2.      Comment on this post and let me know which Sort-n-Stash Set that you would choose if you win

3.      Become and fan of Whispers of Joy on Facebook AND comment on the main page - link available on WoJ Homepage

4.      Become a follower on Twitter AND Tweet about this contest  -link is available on WoJ homepage)

5.      Fill out the form to join the Newsletter on the homepage-if you are already subscribed, you can still email newsletter@whispersofjoy.com with a comment about this contest for an entry

6.      Blog about this contest on your site, then email me or comment on the blog post to tell me about it

7.      Tell someone else about this contest! If they fill out the entry form and let me know that you referred them, you’ll get entered again along with them!

 8.    Become a follower of the blog in the Google Friends Connect to the right

Think you have a good chance?!   Get moving… you have until the 26th to see how many times you can enter! Free shipping to winner if US resident only.  I will post the name of the winner here, on the Blog, and in a newsletter email soon after the contest is ended.  Winner will be contacted if email is provided.  If no email address is available, winner must contact me within 5 days of announcement post.  Winner can then choose the pattern and give shipping info.
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Congrats Giveaway Winner!!

1/23/2010

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  I'm pleased to announce the winner of the latest GIVEAWAY
                                          MODESTY LYMAN!
  Congratulations, Modesty! Thanks for your support! And thank you to all of you who entered! It is great to see you readers interested in my products! Come back again soon as there will be more giveaways and new products coming!
        God bless
                        -MJ
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