Font Change

Thank you to everyone who's given me feedback on my new design so far.  Please keep it coming!  I had multiple comments regarding the clarity of the text font, and I have to say I was a little worried about the readability of it myself.  So since the people have spoken, I've switched to a new font.  What do you guys think?  Is this one better?  Do you like the other font as the post title, or should I switch that to the new font as well?  I can't wait to hear what you have to say!

New Design

You might have noticed I'm in the process of giving my blog a makeover.  I know a lot of people loved the old look, but I decided I wanted something with more of a classic look and a toned down color scheme.  I'm still in the process of making new tab buttons, but before I take the time to get it finished I thought I'd get some feedback.  What do you guys think?  Do you think I'm going in the right direction?  Is there anything you'd change?  I'd love to hear anything you have to say because after all, you're the ones who have to look at it. 

Don't forget to check out the first post of my new series {Heart}:

{Heart}: Cinsarah

In honor of winning her 100 follower giveaway I've decided to have Cinsarah be the first feature of my new series {Heart}:

Let me introduce Cindy

  

She's the creative mind behind Cinsarah

She makes cute crafty stuff like this Pantry Door Chalkboard

You guys know I love using chalkboard paint to help organize 

And this Mason Jar Soap Dispenser

She says it only took 5 minutes to make!

She also does clothing revamps like this Anthropologie Inspired Top

I have to get up the nerve to try customizing my clothes

And she even shares recipes like this one I've been dying to try for Homemade Sloppy Joes

And homemade fries are my fav

She also does graphic design and is behind the adorable Etsy shop Blessed Graphic Design.  So stop by Cinsarah to check out all of Cindy's amazing tutorials.  And maybe if we help her reach 200 followers one of you can win her next giveaway!

 

New Series ~ {Heart}:

Thank you to everyone who put in their two cents about my new series.  I really truly appreciate you guys helping me make a decision.  The overwhelming response seemed to be in favor of a series featuring other bloggers, and I have to say I'm really excited about it.  I'm working on the first post right now, so look forward to seeing it later this week.

*Cough* *Cough*

I know I've been promising to show off some finished projects soon, but the universe seems to be against that.  I had all intentions of finishing up a couple different projects this last weekend, but then I got a cold.  A nasty cold that everyone says lasts about two weeks.  I'm about a week in to it and it feels like it's been a week too long.  By the time I get home from work (where I've spent the day feeling sick, having a hard time hearing what customers are saying to me, and feeling foggy and confused all day from the medicine) all I want to do is sit on the couch and watch TV.  I made a big pot of soup on Tuesday, but that's all I've felt like making this week.  Until I saw this:

A tutorial for homemade cough drops!  I can't guarantee that I'll actually make them, because I don't have candy molds, or a candy thermometer, or powdered sugar... but I'm considering it, because I've been popping lozenges like candy and I'm sure homemade ones would be a lot better for me.

Help Me Start a Series

I've been thinking about starting a series for a while.  I mean, not that long since I've only been blogging a couple of months, but, for most of that time I've been thinking about it.  I like the consistency a series brings to a blog, but until now I haven't been sure if I should commit to something.  What if I get busy (like I have been lately) and don't have time to make projects consistently?  What if I can't find enough people to be guest bloggers?   Hosting a linky party means I have to remember to put up the party post each week, and then look at all the entries, comment on them... I know a lot of people do them, but they seem like a lot of work.

Then I realized I was putting too much pressure on myself.  There's no reason I have to have a weekly series.  And suddenly a series didn't seem so scary.  Creating a post once a month is no big deal.  If I can't find time for one post a month, then I should just close up shop and give up on this whole blogging thing.  And if it turns out to be easier than I thought, I can always make it more frequent.  So it's settled and my series will start in July.

Here's where I need your help. 

I'm torn between two concepts:

     ~A round up of some of my favorite projects I've seen
       that month (a la Best of the Blogosphere at
       Centsational Girl)

OR

     ~A feature of one of the lovely ladies who have blogs I
       love (the way the SITS Girls spotlight different blogs) 
       ~  this could be a combination of a post from me saying
       what's so amazing about the blog, as well as guest
       posts by the bloggers proving why they're wonderful

What would you rather read?  I'd love to get your input, since ultimately you're the ones who'll be reading it. 

Yumeriffic

I know that's not a word, but I think it's the perfect description of these cupcakes my coworkers got me for my birthday tomorrow:

I managed to restrain myself long enough to take a picture before I dug in to them and realized they were in fact yumeriffic.  I'm generally not a fan of cake (I don't really have a reason why) but these are like a cross between cupcakes and muffins which makes me love them.  They have different flavors each day so my cuffins (cupcakes + muffins) featured: 

If you live in Portland (or are ever in the area for some reason) you have to stop by Cupcake Jones to taste the cuffin yumminess.

Plus, since cupcakes are all the rage right now, you'll look stylish while eating them!