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 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 Winner & Last Chance!

LISTING STARTS IN 24 HOURS!!

Congrats Laney! I'm sending an email your way. 

Don't fret! If you didn't win you can still register for 30 Days of Lists. 

Don't delay! the first prompt starts in a little more than 24 hours!

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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.

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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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I'm a Pen Snob & You Should Be Too

I love writing with a pen and paper. There's just something that feels really good about putting some ink on a new page. I can let my whole mind flow freely right out through my hand; creating words and sentences; paragraphs and then stories. My One Little Word for 2013 is 'Write', and I've been looking for ways to incorporate my word into my life and to use my word as a chance to inspire others. 

It all starts by picking up that special pen. 

That special pen can be any kind of pen you want it to be -- no judgments (even if you're a ball point pen person). But your special pen should make you excited to write.

There are plenty of times where I'll get a new pen and then just make up pretend to-do lists or write 'i love you' fifty times. A pen for me is like a brand new chew toy for a puppy, I just want to play with it -- I don't even care if I'm doing it right.

Do you have that special pen that speaks to you? If not, maybe its time to find a new one. I've reviewed a couple of my favorite pens in hopes that one or two might become your favorite too. 

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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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One Little Word: Write

New Year. New Goal. 

I'm usually terrible at making resolutions, or setting lofty goals with no concrete foundation to them.  But for the past several years I've held strong with my One Little Word.

Because its such a small thing, one little word that I can carry around with me all the time, its easy to mold my word to fit into so many different aspects of my life. Ali Edwards brought this challenge to life, and for that I'm very thankful.

This Year's One Little Word: Write

This year I want to write more. I want to make writing an integral part of my life. For me, my writing goals take several forms.

1. Blogging here with new content Monday-Friday each week
2. Writing my senior thesis and graduating in May 
3. Writing and journaling more on my layouts and in Project Life
4. Writing guest posts for some amazing websites
5. Writing an e-book by the end of the calendar year 

Projects fueled by my One Little Word

There are so many great projects and challenges out there on the web providing inspiration and support to those looking to better their writing and journaling skills. Here are a couple that I'm working on this year. 

I hope that you'll join me in some of these challenges. If you have any questions; please don't hesitate to contact me -- I usually respond pretty quickly.  

1. Currently 

Currently is my brand new weekly blog series starting in 2013. This project is about taking a minute out of your week to write down what is going on right now. Currently is a great journaling challenge on its own, but also fits in perfectly with Project Life. 

8 Questions. 52 Weeks. Embracing Right Now. 

2. One Year of Journaling

I'm contributing to Lemon & Raspberry's newest workshop One Year of Journaling. Amy puts together fantastic classes (30 Days of Lists) and this one is no exception. 

I'll be contributing to both One Year of Everyday and Our First Year Together. Sign up for one or both courses to get the journaling prompts sent to your email each week. Because its a self-paced course, you don't have to worry about finishing in a set time -- the prompts will be accessible forever. This is another great project to integrate into Project Life.  

Expanding Beyond my One Little Word

One of the best parts about taking on challenges like One Little Word is the community behind them. There are always new friends to make and people who are willing to help you along with your goals. I've found great communities on twitter and instagram specifically. 

What is your One Little Word for this year? What are your plans for using that word throughout the year? If you've written a blog post, I'd love to read it -- leave a link in the comments so I can check it out. 

Throughout the year I'll be tagging my 2013 One Little Word: Write related posted with write; look for more write posts coming soon.

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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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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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#30Lists: This Week's Meals

Today the #30Lists ladies and I are joining forces to bring you some awesome listing inspiration for the upcoming 30 Days of Lists Challenge! You can check out more about the challenge in previous posts, or at the #30Lists site.

Our 30 Days of Lists pre-topic is:

Jeff and I are headed up-state for a couple days where we have full access to a grill and a huge amount of outdoor space; so I've planned accordingly.

My menu list is in the 3-ring list book I created last week. I used a similar silhouette cut file on the front cover as I did for this page -- I'll be sharing this cut file (and more) later on this month. 

I added some stamping, and a lot of handwritten listing. I've been working on improving my handwriting and listing is very helpful. 

I really hope this sneak into the 30 Days of Lists challenge will encourage you to join us. Whether you're a scrapbooker looking to journal more, a list-making junkie, or just a fun person who wants to write a little bit every day, this challenge will inspire you. 

Check out everyone else's take on this week's menus. 

• Kam at Campfire Chic - http://www.campfirechicblog.blogspot.com/
• Amy at Lemon and Raspberry  - http://lemonandraspberry.com/
• Megan at The Nerd Nest - http://thenerdnest.com/
• Allie at Alexandra Rae Design - http://www.alexandraraedesign.com/blog/
• Elizabeth at handmade:modern - http://elizabethrosemond.typepad.com/
• Moe at fivesixteenths - http://www.fivesixteenthsblog.com/
• Carissa at CarissaCarissa - http://carissacarissa.typepad.com/
• Angie at Lariats and Lavender - http://www.lariatsandlavender.com/
• Kristin at My Life as a Teacup - http://mylifeasateacup.blogspot.com/
• Brighton at Simple Brighton - http://www.simplebrighton.com/
• Kristin at rukristin - http://rukristin.blogspot.com/ <<< You are here! 

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