30 Days of Lists Days 1-16

March 2013

Lists 1-16

30 Days of Lists is a month-long journaling challenge aimed at getting you to write a little bit every day through fun and engaging list prompts. This is my fourth time participating in the challenge. If you'd like to learn more about 30 Days of lists you can see previous #30Lists posts here. 

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List 8

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List 11

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List 15

List 16

30 Days of Lists is part of my One Little Word: Write for 2013. Read more about this year's One Little Word. It's never too late to embrace your own word!

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30 Days of Lists. March 2013: Week One

Every Monday throughout the month of March I'll be sharing my 30 Days of Lists pages from the previous week. More #30Lists posts can be found here. 

A little bit about how I'm choosing to do 30 Days of Lists this time around: 

• I'm using my Journal the Everyday kit. It's a small spiral-bound chipboard mini-book with papers from Elle's Studio Day to Day line. You can pick up a kit here (VERY limited quantity).
• I'm writing one list each day and sharing it on instagram. 
• I'm using a couple of different pens, I recently reviewed a few of my favorites, and I've been switching back and forth between the micron and the microperm. 
• As for the actual writing, I'm just kind of going with the prompts. I read it, internalize it a bit, and then just write very stream-of-consciousness. I'm not too concerned with grammar or spelling; I'm choosing to place more of an emphasis on bringing the ideas out from inside my head. 

List #1

List #2

List #3

It's not too late to register for this month's edition of 30 Days of Lists. 

Let me inspire you to keep up with 30 Days of Lists! Make sure to come back around each week! Subscribe to this blog & follow me on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, or Facebook for my #30Lists updates.

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30 Days of Lists Giveaway!

Today I'm giving away a spot in March's edition of 

30 Days of Lists!

30 Days of Lists is a month-long journaling challenge aimed at getting you to write a little bit every day through fun and engaging list prompts. This will be my fourth time participating in the challenge! If you'd like to learn more about 30 Days of lists you can see previous #30Lists posts here. 

Sign up for 30 Days of Lists Here! 

Don't wait till March to Register; there are TONS of benefits to registering ASAP. 

• Registration Packet includes EXCLUSIVE Free Printables and EXCLUSIVE Discount Codes (inc. one to my shop), etc
• You'll have immediate access to all the list prompts (if you want to get started ahead of time) 
• The #30Lists forum is open immediately for Friend Making and Inspiration
• Winning is transferable! If you've already registered you can win free registration for a friend! 

My Thoughts on 30 Days of Lists: 

I have made incredible relationships with other listers while playing along with #30Lists. This challenge breeds an amazing community, one that you will want to be a part of. It offers a space for creative people to come together and work on a project both individually and as a group. 

Along with Amy & Kam's journaling challenge, I'll be documenting my 30 Days of Lists using this mini-book kit that I've put together: Journal the Everyday.  These kits are almost sold out and will be shipping out before the end of the week. Make sure to pick yours up today! 

Enter the Giveaway by commenting below. 

Please leave a comment below telling me your favorite TV show right now, along with your name and an e-mail that you can be reached at if you win.

**Share this post on Twitter/Facebook/Instagram for additional entries (1 per person per social network per day. Please come back and leave an additional comment with your share link).

Fine Print: One entry per person/email address. Odds of winning depends on the number of entries. Many may enter, one will win. Winner will be randomly selected and contacted via email.

Giveaway Ends 2/26/13 at 11:59pm EST

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Journal the Everyday: Sneaks

Today I'm excited to share sneak peeks of my current project: Journal the Everyday.

Journal the Everyday is a mini-book kit & online class designed to guide you through creating a journaling based mini-book to capture those everyday moments. I'll be using my mini-book for the 30 Days of Lists Challenge. You can learn more about and register for 30 Days of Lists here.

The kit features product from some of my favorite companies (almost all small businesses themselves); Elle's Studio, Freckled Fawn, Basically Bare, Lawn Fawn, and more! Order your kit today!

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30 Days of Lists Registration OPEN!

30 Days of Lists: March 2013 registration opens TODAY!

30 Days of Lists is a month-long journaling challenge aimed at getting you to write a little bit every day through fun and engaging list prompts. This will be my fourth time participating in the challenge! See previous #30Lists posts here. 

Sign up for 30 Days of Lists Here! 

Don't wait till March to Register; there are TONS of benefits to registering ASAP. 

• Registration Packet includes Free Printables, Discount Codes (inc. one to my shop), etc
• The #30Lists forum is open immediately for Friend Making and Inspiration
• There are AMAZING GIVEAWAYS for registering now! (see below)

Along with Amy & Kam's journaling challenge, I'll be documenting my 30 Days of Lists using this mini-book kit that I've put together: Journal the Everyday. 

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New Class: Journal The Everyday & Mini-Book Kit

Journal the Everyday: A Self-Paced Mini-Book Kit & Online Class

I'm so happy to announce a new project I've been working on. After teaching classes in person, as well as guest teaching online for the past few years, I'll be putting my very own kit and class on sale later this month!

Journal the Everyday is a self-paced course designed to guide you through creating an entire 30 page mini-book with an emphasis on documenting the day-to-day moments in our lives. This kit works perfectly with the 30 Days of List challenge, I'll be working with this kit for my #30Lists book this March.

Included will be a .pdf showing you the steps I took to create each page of my book. There will be tips and techniques that will easily translate to project life and scrapbooking layouts too.

Everything you need to make your very own mini-book (besides adhesive and a pen) are included in this kit.

• Brand new paper from Elle's Studio, 
• Freckled Fawn washi & wood chips
• Basically Bare tiny tabs mini book
• a Lawn Fawn stamp set
• a 30 page step-by-step .pdf 
• & lots more

Subscribe to my newsletter & be the first to know when kits go on sale!

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Join the New Year's Fun!

Happy 2013! 

I'm super excited to kick of the new year with a bunch of great new projects on the horizon. 

After long consideration, I've decided on 'Write' for my 2013 One Little Word. My goal for this year is to become a better writer; as both a blogger and a scholarly writer. I also want to inspire others to write more in their memory-keeping. Be on the look out for new posts with tips and tricks to elevate your journaling and storytelling in the new year. 

I work best when I'm organized. I'm calm, more centered, and everything just flows more naturally. The only problem is actually getting organized. Later this month I'll be showing off some great ways to organize both your crafting area and your personal/professional schedule. 

Currently is my brand new weekly blog series starting in 2013. 

8 Questions. 52 Weeks. Embracing Right Now. 

 This project is about taking a minute out of your week to write down what is going on right now.  Every Friday I'll be sharing my currently list on a 3x4 journaling card. Currently fits in perfectly with Project Life, you can download the free Currently Project Life Journaling cards and play along using the hashtag #currentlylist.  Look for new colors and seasonal cards in the shop later this month.

2013 will be my second year documenting my everyday world through Project Life. This year I want to make an effort to tell more of my day-to-day stories and inspire others to do the same. I've written extensively on several different Project Life subjects and I hope to expand even more in the upcoming months.

Coming Soon! I'll be joining the 30 Days of Lists team again this March. 30 Days of Lists is a fun month-long journaling challenge with a fantastic community. Learn more about past sessions of #30Lists or sign up for the #30Lists Newsletter. Pre-Registration starts February 4th. 

Thank you so much for joining me on this journey. If you are interested in guest posting, sponsoring, or joining me on any of the above projects, please email me or click on the links above. 

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30 Days of Lists Giveaway!

Are you a lister? If so, make sure to head over to the 30 Days of Lists private blog to enter the giveaway from my shop! 

a cute and trendy 4×5.5″ handmade notebook with 32 sheets of double-sided graph paper, 12 sheets of heavy-weight cardstock and a clear plastic cover. This notebook is perfect for carrying around in your purse and pulling out whenever you need to jot down a quick note. It works great for lists, sketches, quick reminders or anything you want to jot down. Also included is a set of 7 Days of the Week Journaling Cards. Each card is made of heavy-weight kraft cardstock and measure 3×4″ (perfect for Project Life). These are perfect for writing your daily to-do list, for Project Life, or for any type of scrapbooking/art journaling.

If you aren't a lister. 

1. Head over to my shop and pick up your own notebook or journaling cards
2. Sign up for this September's 30 Days of Lists and see what all the fuss is about

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The Written Word: Push Yourself to Journal Everyday

Last week I talked about where I'm headed with this blog. Today I'm going to share a project that highlights two of the areas that I'm focusing on: journaling/writing & putting more me into my creative projects.  

This is my 30 Days of Lists journal. I wanted to go minimalist, but I also wanted something that had a central theme running through all the pages.

My Themes

1. Patterned Grid Paper: Each page is made out of grid paper. Assorted colors, sizes, etc. 
2. Front Side: Single Lawn Fawn Book Stamp with day/list number inside & list title running up the side
3. Back Side: Lists hand-written with number stickers 

List One: I am a lister because...

Writing every day has been important. Its made me write better, write quicker, and it made it easier to come up with topics to write about. Even just jotting down lists helps getting the writing process moving.

This journal lets me concentrate on the writing aspect without losing the fun/creative part. Because I've set those general rules for myself, I can still make a few creative choices (what color paper, or which number stickers) while focusing on the written words.

List Two: Goals for this month...

Check out more information about 30 Days of Lists here.
Looking for some new journaling supplies? I've reviewed my favorites.

Questions for you: 

• What steps have you taken steps to write more? 
• Do you ever feel like certain projects are more 'you' than others? 

Leave your thoughts in the comments section. 

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30 Days of Lists Winner!!

WINNER!!!

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kristy.lynn @ kristy.makes9:44 AMI keep seeing everyone participate in the 30 days of lists, and have never been able to join in!! I'd love to jump in this time! :) I don't know that I have a favorite 'listing' supply, but I can't wait to include them in my project life this year! :)

Congrats Kristy! I'm super excited that you'll be joining us in just a few short days!

Don't worry if you didn't win, you can still register here. It's only $8, you can download the prompts/have them sent to your email so you'll have access to them forever.

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The Written Word: Journaling Supplies

As summer draws to a close, I'm gearing up for a couple of exciting fall activities:

• School
• Football
• 30 Days of Lists

Along with the changing of the seasons, I'm excited to finally have a firm grasp for where I'm going with this blog. It's important for me to stick with my strengths and tweak them to be interesting to readers. About a month ago I came up with the tag line 'a quirky take on memory-keeping'; and I think that really sums up what I'm going for. Not just scrapbooking, or paper-crafting, or another crafty blog -- but me, and the way I do memory-keeping. iPhone pictures, lists, social-media, all the stuff that gets used on a day-to-day basis. Which will hopefully inspire other people to do the same. So going forward, along with the scrapbooking and paper-crafting posts, I'll be talking a lot more about everyday ways to supplement your memory-keeping. Whether it be journaling prompts, social media tips, handwriting techniques, and whatever else comes along. I'm thrilled that I've finally found my niche. 

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30 Days of Lists Giveaway!!

Today I'm giving away a spot in this September's 

30 Days of Lists!

What is 30 Days of Lists? 

30 Days of Lists is a month-long, list themed journaling challenge. Its both an encouragement and challenge to you that you CAN journal just something every day- even something as small as a list.

Every day through the month of September 2012 we will be posting a list prompt – anything from weekend goals to celebrity crushes. At the end of the 30 days you’ll have a collection of entries creating a small snapshot of your life right now.

Only 5-10 minutes per day are really needed. While you’re waiting for someone, or when you’re the passenger in the car. You can even download the list topics ahead of time to get a jump start!

That’s all. Just write.

There’s no wrong way to do this and if you don’t like a prompt on a certain day, just change it. 

Learn more about 30 Days of Lists & what to expect in September

http://rukristin.blogspot.com/2012/08/30-days-of-lists-faq.html

If you don't want to wait, you can sign up right here:

It is worth every penny and more! 

Enter the Giveaway Here!
Please leave a comment below telling me your favorite listing supply, along with your name and an e-mail that you can be reached at if you win.
Giveaway Ends Monday Night, August 27th at Midnight Eastern

PS: If you like Giveaways, I have a Project Life/Journaling Cards giveaway going on as well. Definitely a great prize for listers! 

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30 Days of Lists: FAQ

• What is 30 Days of Lists? 

30 Days of Lists is a month-long, list themed journaling challenge. Its both an encouragement and challenge to you that you CAN journal just something every day- even something as small as a list.

Every day through the month of September 2012 we will be posting a list prompt – anything from weekend goals to celebrity crushes. At the end of the 30 days you’ll have a collection of entries creating a small snapshot of your life right now.

Only 5-10 minutes per day are really needed. While you’re waiting for someone, or when you’re the passenger in the car. You can even download the list topics ahead of time to get a jump start!

That’s all.

Just write.

There’s no wrong way to do this and if you don’t like a prompt on a certain day, just change it.

• What do I get after registering for 30 Days of Lists?

Once you register you will receive an automatically downloadable file giving you access to the private blog for September 2012’s 30 Days of Lists.

The #30Lists challenge blog is open immediately (and will remain available for at least a year).

Upon logging in, you’ll have immediate access to:

• private forum just for September #30Lists participants
• printable downloads with ALL of September’s list topics (for those of you who want the topics ahead of time)

Throughout August, we’ll introduce:

• tutorial on adding images to the Flickr group
• tutorial on using the #30Lists hashtag for Instagram
• tutorial on using the forum
• additional exclusive list-related DIY project
• introductions to our sponsors
• Kam and Amy’s individual 30Lists books
• ‘your take’ on the #30Lists book covers

Starting September 1st:

• 1 new list topic will be posted each morning
• additional exclusive tutorials
• additional giveaways
• list topics hosted by some of our sponsors
• ‘your take’ posts high-lighting the lists all of you are making

Start stocking up on your sticky-notes, ordering notebooks from your favorite online sellers, or creating a journal of your own to house your lists, September 1st will be here before we know it.

The daily list prompts won’t start until September 1st, but you can trust us when we say that it’s an excellent idea to check the private blog regularly between now and then for tutorials, updates, and maybe a giveaway or two.

Also, it isn’t too early to get to know your fellow Listers!

Speaking of the list prompts, they will be available on a daily basis shortly after 2:00 a.m. Pacific time. If you would rather have all of the lists at once, feel free to print them out in the ‘Printables Section’ of the private blog.

• Where can I find previous rounds of 30 Days of Lists?
• March 2011: List Topics
• 30 Days of Lists Flickr Group

• Where can I find great listing inspiration?
• 30 Days of Lists Blog Hop
• My 30 Days of Lists Book
• Inside Pages of Lists Book
• #30Lists on Instagram
• #30Lists on Twitter
• How can I register for 30 Days of Lists?

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