If you missed my previous post, Beauty guru or bust, you’d know that I’m thinking of starting a beauty blog and YouTube channel. Before I do, however, it would be a HUGE help and greatly appreciated if you take a minute to vote on my poll (in the sidebar to the right). I’m anxious to see which topic you’d be interested in most! If you click the view button on the widget, it allows you to vote and leave comments. You can also leave me a comment here as well. In case you are torn between what you’d like to see on my new beauty blog, here are some new selfies to help you along. I had a blast with this make-up look. It was definitely Fall inspired. I used my new Smashbox Master Class Palette III for the very first time. And, before I let you go, Stila beauty products seriously rock! Just sayin’.
September 12, 2014
September 10, 2014
Beauty guru or bust!
I’ve been obsessed lately with beauty gurus, both vloggers and bloggers. After much thought, I have decided to start a new beauty blog and/or YouTube channel. With Alivia starting school this Fall, I’ll have an entire hour and a half each day all to myself. I say that sarcastically since an hour and half isn’t even enough time for me to catch my breath never mind fulfill a life long passion of mine: MAKE-UP! And although it may not work out or fit in with our day-to-day activities and schedule, I’m still going to take the plunge and try!
Go easy on me, I’m still trying to perfect my selfie skills. It’s not easy taking pictures of yourself without a little bit of face and/or body distortion.
With that said, I’d love to know what my readers would be interested in. Topics you’d like to see me post about, videos you’d like to watch, things you’d like to learn etc.
For those of you interested, I have every intention of keeping my primary blog, Cropped Stories, up and running. Of course, since my leave of absence, I’m sure you’ve noticed quite a BIG change in the frequency of posts being published. I went from publishing 2-3 posts a week to 1 every couple of months.
So, how do I intend to maintain two blogs when I can barely maintain one? Lots of praying! Praying for more hours in the day, ten more fingers to type with, Alivia to take naps, and a seemingly quick knowledge of video editing software. I just want to know how to add music to my videos already!
Anyhow, your participation in my poll would be helpful and much appreciated. You can also feel free to leave me a comment or email me at:
croppedstories[at]gmail[dot]com
If you missed my previous post, Blogging: 8 Ugly Truths, feel free to catch up! Also, feel free to pass this along to others you think would be interested in voting! Have a great week!
January 15, 2014
Will you rate my birth announcement designs?
Hey everyone! In case you are unfamiliar with the birth announcement design challenge on Minted, I blogged about it here on Friday. I’m super excited to have entered this design challenge and am hoping you’ll take the time to rate my designs. By rating for my designs, you are NOT voting for me. You are only judging my designs on a scale of 1 – 5 letting both the Minted community and judges know what you think. And though the public ratings are taken into consideration when they choose the winners, please be honest. I don’t believe in soliciting ratings from family, friends, or the blog-o-sphere just for the sake of scoring high. I really want your honest opinion, and I can assure you that all ratings are anonymous.
January 10, 2014
The Minted Birth Announcement Design Challenge!
I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but it’s been a little slow over here in the land of Cropped Stories. Today, however, I thought I’d let you in on the big reason behind me being MIA for the past several weeks with the exception of my blog hop (of course) and a little venting about the little one driving me absolutely bonkers!
I’m excited to share that I’ve been designing birth announcement cards for the Minted design challenge! In case you aren’t familiar with Minted, here’s a little about them straight from their website:
March 24, 2013
Button Swap Anyone!
