Hey everyone! Hope you had a great Christmas! We're still on break here for the next three days and I'm dreading the day that my hubby has to go back to work. Always a sad day.
Today I wanted to talk about that new little tab on the top right of my blog.
The Casual Blogger Community.
Caroline, Elisa and I started the Casual Blogger Conference last year and we recently launched a fun new community where you can find other bloggers just like you.
The three of us had been working together for more than a year before we ever had the chance to meet in person. We are so thankful for the doors that have opened to us through the medium of blogging, and we get it. We get why blogging is so important to you. We get that your best friend is someone you've never shared a hug with. We understand that your online relationships are just as real (if not more so) than your offline ones, and we are here to support you.
Every day, we're going to feature Casual Blogger Community members! We want to help you build your neighborhood, we want to introduce you to your new best friends. We want to show you that your online community genuinely believes in you, supports you, and wants you to succeed! We'd love to feature you!
We also have a great forum where we talk about all kinds of things.
Whether your a seasoned pro or just starting out, we'd love you to come check it out!
The Casual Blogger Community
December 30, 2010
December 21, 2010
I Caught Santa Giveaway
You guys all know that I am a sucker for Christmas and that I try to keep my eyes peeled for really cool stuff for you! Well, I have the coolest thing EVER.
www.icaughtsanta.com lets you take a picture of your Christmas tree and upload it to their site to then put a picture of Santa next to YOUR tree!
Can you imagine how excited your kids will be when they see the photo you "caught" of Santa next to your tree? It will make even the doubtiest doubter believe!
It takes less than 5 minutes to upload a picture of your tree to their site and then create the photo. They also have an iPhone App that is just as easy to use!I can't wait until Christmas morning to show my Christmas tree to my children and see their faces light up with wonder! This is a WAY better idea than the one we had last year to put the dog on the roof with a sled!
(We didn't, so don't worry!)
icaughtsanta.com has graciously going to give FIVE of my readers a $10.00 Gift Card to be able to make your own photo for your children. You can print it straight from the site, or you can send it to Walgreens, Wal-mart etc to have it professionally printed.
To enter this giveaway simply comment on this post.
For more entries:
Extra Entry 1: Become a blog follower
Extra Entry 2: Follow me on Twitter, @leeloublogs
Extra Entry 3: Join me on Facebook.
Extra Entry 4: Enter one of the other icaughtsanta.com giveaway's on my sister sites: Local Community Hotspots, MMB or CBC and follow them!
Giveaway Details:
- Please leave a separate comment for each entry.
- Giveaway only open until December 23rd at 6:00pm PST
- Be sure to leave your email address in the comments so that we can get your gift card codes sent out in time for Christmas!
- Winners will be chosen by random.org
Merry Christmas and Good Luck!
*photo courteousy of MMB
December 15, 2010
December 14, 2010
Free Holiday Printables!
Christmas Printables are here!!! ...finally!
I had these printables done 2 whole weeks ago. I printed and cut them all out. The next step was to put them all together and then take pictures so you could see them in action. Turns out that is SO NOT GOING TO HAPPEN. Life is all kinds of crazy here, so I apologize for the hold up. Hopefully you'll be able to use them for the holidays. Below I have for you:
-Don't know how to use the printables? Click here for some tips!
-All Leelou Printables are for personal printed use only. No commercial use or redistribution. Please contact me if you have any other questions about their use. Thanks!
I had these printables done 2 whole weeks ago. I printed and cut them all out. The next step was to put them all together and then take pictures so you could see them in action. Turns out that is SO NOT GOING TO HAPPEN. Life is all kinds of crazy here, so I apologize for the hold up. Hopefully you'll be able to use them for the holidays. Below I have for you:
- Merry Christmas banner
- Happy Holidays banner
- Two sided bag toppers
- 2 fry box templates
- and 12 different labels and tags for you to add on just about anything.

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To download the Merry Christmas banner:
To download the Merry Christmas banner:

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To download the Happy Holidays banner:

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To download the holiday tags and labels:

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To download the fry box templates:
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These printables are all free. If you'd like to make a donation that would be fantastic.
Thank you for another great year and have a wonderful Christmas!
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-Don't know how to use the printables? Click here for some tips!
-All Leelou Printables are for personal printed use only. No commercial use or redistribution. Please contact me if you have any other questions about their use. Thanks!
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December 8, 2010
Return To The Family
We've had a lot of emails asking for a few more details about the 2011 Return to the Family project, so hopefully we'll answer any questions that you might have!
In today’s world, the family unit is often discounted, and even overlooked, so we are calling for a revolution. We would like to invite you to return to YOUR family, by using these two steps: 1) having regular family dinners and 2) having uplifting art in your home.
1. Have Regular Family Dinners
Family dinners aren’t about the food. They’re about being together. And families that regularly eat dinner together are happier and less stressed.
Children that eat dinner with their families are more well-adjusted, healthier, and perform better in school, on average, than children that don't eat with their families.
2. Have Uplifting Art In Your Home
One of the easiest ways to get dinnertime conversations started is by simply displaying a piece of art work in your dining area.
Children are a direct product of their environment, and what they learn within the walls of our homes, are the lessons that will carry them through life. The art in our homes tells our children what OUR priorities are.
The 2011 Return to the Family project is designed to teach and inspire your family.
We want to provide opportunities for you to teach the values and principles of integrity and virtue to your children, grandchildren, spouses and friends.
We have hand selected 12 LIMITED Collectors Edition Paintings, that will feature custom quotes and sayings, designed to spark interest and encourage family discussion.
The first painting, as shown above, will come to you in a beautiful frame.
Each month after, you will receive a new matted image, (so that you can switch out the paintings) to display.
Total cost of this project is $199.00. You will receive 12 LIMITED Collectors Edition Paintings, signed by Liz, along with a brief history behind the artwork along with several topics of discussion that correlate with the print. If you purchase this option, the cost of each painting is less than $17 per month. $17 for a Liz Lemon Swindle painting!
If you’re not able purchase the whole year at one time, you also have the option to purchase the paintings month to month. The first payment will be $34.95, for the painting and the frame, and the following 11 months after would be just $21.95.
We are so excited about this project, know that it will change your life.
To order your paintings, click here: Return to the Family.
About Liz:
Liz Lemon Swindle began her painting career in first grade. Her first exhibitions were on the refrigerator, encouraged by her father. In the early 1980s she tutored under renowned wildlife artist, Nancy Glazier. In 1992, Liz began painting a subject matter she had long desired to approach: her faith. Her paintings are now held in corporate and private collections around the world and have been published in countless magazines and books. Liz Lemon Swindle has painted more pictures of Christ and his life here upon this earth than any other artist living or deceased. Liz and her husband Jon have five children and thirteen grandchildren.
In today’s world, the family unit is often discounted, and even overlooked, so we are calling for a revolution. We would like to invite you to return to YOUR family, by using these two steps: 1) having regular family dinners and 2) having uplifting art in your home.
1. Have Regular Family Dinners
Family dinners aren’t about the food. They’re about being together. And families that regularly eat dinner together are happier and less stressed.
Children that eat dinner with their families are more well-adjusted, healthier, and perform better in school, on average, than children that don't eat with their families.
2. Have Uplifting Art In Your Home
One of the easiest ways to get dinnertime conversations started is by simply displaying a piece of art work in your dining area.
Children are a direct product of their environment, and what they learn within the walls of our homes, are the lessons that will carry them through life. The art in our homes tells our children what OUR priorities are.
The 2011 Return to the Family project is designed to teach and inspire your family.
We want to provide opportunities for you to teach the values and principles of integrity and virtue to your children, grandchildren, spouses and friends.
We have hand selected 12 LIMITED Collectors Edition Paintings, that will feature custom quotes and sayings, designed to spark interest and encourage family discussion.
The first painting, as shown above, will come to you in a beautiful frame.
Each month after, you will receive a new matted image, (so that you can switch out the paintings) to display.
Total cost of this project is $199.00. You will receive 12 LIMITED Collectors Edition Paintings, signed by Liz, along with a brief history behind the artwork along with several topics of discussion that correlate with the print. If you purchase this option, the cost of each painting is less than $17 per month. $17 for a Liz Lemon Swindle painting!
If you’re not able purchase the whole year at one time, you also have the option to purchase the paintings month to month. The first payment will be $34.95, for the painting and the frame, and the following 11 months after would be just $21.95.
We are so excited about this project, know that it will change your life.
To order your paintings, click here: Return to the Family.
About Liz:
Liz Lemon Swindle began her painting career in first grade. Her first exhibitions were on the refrigerator, encouraged by her father. In the early 1980s she tutored under renowned wildlife artist, Nancy Glazier. In 1992, Liz began painting a subject matter she had long desired to approach: her faith. Her paintings are now held in corporate and private collections around the world and have been published in countless magazines and books. Liz Lemon Swindle has painted more pictures of Christ and his life here upon this earth than any other artist living or deceased. Liz and her husband Jon have five children and thirteen grandchildren.
$120 Shopping Spree Giveaway!
Remember last week when we had all those fun giveaways? Well Inker Up Til Dawn was our exclusive sponsor and hopefully many of you were able to check out her site. She is honestly one of the nicest people I've ever worked with.
Today Inker Up Til Dawn wants to giveaway a huge Stampin' Up $120 shopping spree!
Merry Christmas to you!
All you need to do to enter is click here to sign up for Dawn's news letter. Then leave a comment telling me what you would get if you won the shopping spree.
If it were me, one of the things I would get would be this kit-
Today Inker Up Til Dawn wants to giveaway a huge Stampin' Up $120 shopping spree!
Merry Christmas to you!
If it were me, one of the things I would get would be this kit-
cause I love those colors
And I would need this one too cause those boxes are adorable-
Go sign up for the newsletter and you can leave a comment on this post once every single day until Thursday December 16th at 9:00 PM EST!
Good luck and thanks Dawn so much for your sponsorship!
December 6, 2010
Holiday Home Tour 2010
Welcome to the 2010 Holiday Home Tour!
I can't believe Christmas is almost here! One of my favorite things about this time of year is to see how people celebrate.
The Holiday Home Tour is your chance to show us how you invite the Christmas spirit into your homes. Whether its a fun family tradition, a special holiday treat, or your holiday décor!
For the next two weeks, the link party will be live and hopping! So go on, give us YOUR holiday home tour!
Take pictures and link your posts below! And be sure to grab a button to use on your holiday home tour posts!
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December 1, 2010
Favorite Things Giveaway Winners
Giveaway winners!
Alright, we have the Favorite Things Giveaway winners listed below! If you are listed and haven't heard from me, that is because I left a comment on your blog as you don't have an email address listed. Please contact me ASAP so we can get your gifts to you!
Thank you everyone who participated and congrats to all the winners!!
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BeCr8iv said...
One of my favorite things is my iPhone. I find that the internet in my pocket is most beneficial. :-)
Giveaway #2 goes to:
Amy said...
I don't have a facebook account (still) because it's on my list of things to get right after '4 more hours in my day'... So that I have TIME to be on facebook (if I sign up now, I might not get to visit your blog as often... And I definitely need at least an extra hour in my day to do that!!)...
You're a hoot, and I'm thankful for the chance to win (and if I do get a Facebook account, you can bet I'll be a fan... or a liker... or a follower... or whatever the heck it is now :)
Amy :)
Amy :)
Giveaway #3 goes to:
Samanha said...
Following you on twitter :) Thanks for this wonderful comp! Samantha x
signed up.
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Lady Swag giveaways:
Marisa said...
I follow 128 blogs (and counting, I'm sure LOL!) Thanks for the chance to win some amazing goodies :)
Giveaway#2 goes to:
Stuff by Ash said...
I am thankful for all the normal things, faith, family, friends, food. But also I am thankful for, Modge Podge, my Cricut, and my Jeep that makes me feel safe when driving in the snow.
Giveaway goes to:
raisingmarshmallows said...I'm almost embarrassed. What qualifies as high-tech? My phone doesn't even have internet. I felt I was current until I was asked this question. Does a camera qualify as a high tech gadget? Looks like I'm going shopping.
Nikki
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Home Swag giveaways:
Giveaway #1 goes to:
I LOVE blurb and get my blog printed off every year. Thanks for the amazing giveaway! :)
Giveaway #2 goes to:
iluvmybugs said...
My favorite home decor item is a set of candle holders my talented neighbor, Jim, hand crafted from diamond willow...they look like wooden sculptures...love them!!!
iluvmybugs said...
My favorite home decor item is a set of candle holders my talented neighbor, Jim, hand crafted from diamond willow...they look like wooden sculptures...love them!!!
Congrats to all the winners. If you missed out on the giveaways you can still scroll down and see what you missed out on! Do some Christmas shopping :)
Free December 2010 Computer Desktop Theme
I can't believe it's already December! I don't even have my Christmas stuff up yet. A shame, I know.
Hopefully the new free computer desktop will get me in the mood.
I'm a digital paper junkie and the Ettes have some of the cutest stuff around. Go love them with me.
And be sure to check out my post on My Memories Suite where I explain a little about it and tell how you can use it to customize my computer desktops and much more.
Hopefully the new free computer desktop will get me in the mood.
Click below to get this free December 2010 desktop background for your computer:
(regular sized monitor) (Wide screen monitor)
And if you have a program like Photoshop or My Memories Suite you can upload your own picture to this desktop!
Click below to get this free Custom December 2010 desktop background for your computer:
(regular sized monitor) (Wide screen monitor)
{That's little Leelou up there. My mom made that shirt with 20 hand painted pins and puffy paint. Such a shame that went out of style.}
Want to put your own picture in there? You should try out My Memories Suite.
This computer wallpaper was made by the fabulous Ettes! They such cute paper packs. This one is called Christmas Joy.
And be sure to check out my post on My Memories Suite where I explain a little about it and tell how you can use it to customize my computer desktops and much more.
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