I Am Going, Are You?

Well, if you follow me on Twitter, then you know how very excited I am about an upcoming trip.  A trip that will include meeting and connecting with a lot of former, current, and (hopefully) future clients.  There are so many women going that I just can’t wait to shake hands with, hug, and otherwise just get to know face-to-face. 

Next month, I’ll be in Nashville, Tennessee  at a blogging conference called Blissdom.  Have you heard of it?  Have you been before?  Do you have any advice for this conference newbie? 

I have so many mixed emotions about this trip!  Some Mommy Guilt about leaving the Littles behind with my husband and family…  Anxiety about whether or not people will actually like me…  Disbelief that I’m packing my bags for 5 days and flying off to a conference where I don’t know a single soul…  Excitement over getting to learn from some leading professionals in the online/internet industry…  And I’m absolutely giddy (GIDDY!) that I will have 5 full days all by myself.  BY MYSELF.  I haven’t had 5 days to myself since before I was married, almost 10 years ago.  To say that I’m looking forward to this alone time is an understatement.  As I tweeted last week, I’ll get to sleep, interact with adults, and actually read, and stuff.  I can’t wait!

If you’re going, I’d love to hear from you!  And potentially meet up at the conference!

A few things to note before closing… 

• I’ve added 9 new designs to the galllery!  Be sure to check them out!  Do you have a favorite?
• I’ve updated my design menu with new features, a new format, and some of the a la carte items have new prices.
• My current design schedule is currently about 4-6 weeks.  We’ve had a recent influx of orders and I’m trying desperately to get back on schedule.  (Y’all know how to keep a girl busy!)
• Don’t forget that I’m giving away a Deluxe blog design during a Twitter contest on Monday, January 30th.  I hope you’ll join us!

And don’t forget to leave a comment if you’re going to Blissdom!  I’d love to meet up with you!

Its Been a While

To say that Munchkin Land Designs was busy in November and December is an understatement.  Christmas cards were designed, blog designs were created, and all of my girls (three of them) have birthdays in November and December. Throw in Thanksgiving and Christmas, and I feel like I was on the verge of an anxiety attack the whole time.

But I didn’t.  And we survived.

Almost 50 new designs have been added to the gallery during this time.  So please check those out and let me know which are your favorites.  I thoroughly enjoyed working on each of them!  Such great clients, with fun ideas.  I’m a blessed woman!

A few things to note…

1. I just sent out emails today to those that have earned Referral Rewards credits towards future projects with Munchkin Land Designs.  If you’re interested in learning more about the Referral Rewards program, you can click on the tab at the top.
2. Speaking of the tabs, notice anything new?  I’ve streamlined the site a little, took some stuff off the navigation bar and added three new tabs at the top.  Check it out and let me know what you think!
3. I’ve been throwing around the idea of creating a few premade templates.  The Christmas designs were incredibly popular, and a few have expressed interest in some year-round designs.  So stay tuned for the reveal!
4. I’ve updated the Testimonials page with new, recent testimonies from clients.  Their sweet, kind words made my day.  Thank you!!
5. And last, but not least, we’re doing a Deluxe Blog Design giveaway contest on Twitter this month!  Monday, January 30th, to be exact.  We’ll be playing at 7:00pm (MST) and hope you’ll join us!

I believe that’s it for now!  Thank you again, for your interest and support in Munchkin Land Designs.  You have no idea how much it means to me!

Little Elves at Work

Normally I’m not a big fan of celebrating Christmas before Thanksgiving.  I usually like celebrating one holiday at time, especially Thanksgiving because it tends to get lost between all the candy from Halloween and Christmas.  But this year I got caught up in the spirit of the holiday a little early and I’ve been hard at work on Christmas blog designs and Christmas cards.  A sneak peek at what I’ve been working on for my family…

Those have been fun!  And if you want to check out our Christmas blog designs you can hop over to my personal blog, or this sister’s blog, or even this sister’s blog. 

But I have a little surprise up my sleeve for the rest of you!

For the first time, I’ve created premade templates for the Christmas holiday!  I realize that not everyone wants to pay for a full, custom design just for a month or two, but still want some festive on their blogs.  We deck our halls and homes, why not our online spaces too?!  And with these premade templates, I’ve made it very affordable to get in the Christmas spirit on your blogs too.

I have 3 separate designs for y’all to choose from, with the option of adding a photo to each one.  The premade templates are $30, with the photo designs costing an additional $5. 

To see the live version of the designs, just click on the photo.

Template #1 w/ Photo – $35	Template #1 – $30
Template #2 w/ Photo – $35	Template #2 – $30
Template #3 w/ Photo – $35	Template #3 – $30

TO PLACE AN ORDER:

1. Click on the design of your choice.
2. Select the template with or without a photo in the header.
3. Click the Buy Now button.
4. Complete the process through PayPal.
5. I will contact you within 12 hours of your order to get your blog title, tagline or Christmas greeting, and signature.
6. Once completed, I’ll need your password/login to transfer the design to your site.

Wait.  There’s more!

I am offering 10% off all custom blog design packages through November 15, 2011.  Just note the code November2011 on your order form in the Other section. 

And remember Munchkin Land Designs for all the Bloggers on your Christmas list!  I’m offering 10% off all gift certificates through November 30, 2011.  Just note the code Holiday2011 on your order form in the Other section.

Whew!  I hope that you’re as excited about these premade templates and deals as I am!  Let me know if you have any questions… either here in the comments or feel free to email me at jenn@munchkinland-designs.com.

Its Here! Referral Rewards!

As I’ve seen the tweets and the kind words on blog posts, I knew it was time to come up with a way to thank everyone for their continued support!  I’ve finally put together a rewards program for those that continue to refer people to my site.  You can click on the button to the left, or this link here, to learn more about it.  Please keep the referrals coming, they’re definitely appreciated!

I also updated the gallery with 13 new designs!  Not all are pictured here in the collage, so definitely click over and see some of the other designs added.

And…

I have been really busy working on some fun things for the upcoming holidays!  There have been several late nights as I work out details and  new designs.  Be sure to check back during the 1st week in November to see what I have up my sleeve. 

Knock, Knock, Anyone Home?

Well, y’all have gone and done it again!  You’ve kept me insanely busy!  So much so that I haven’t had time to get on here with updates on the goings-on with Munchkin Land Designs.  I have much to share with you all, but let’s get to the important stuff first.

1. There will be another Twitter contest/blog design giveaway this month.  And its actually going to be Thursday night this time around at 7:30pm (MST).  (If you’re concerned about time zones, just know that eastern time is 2 hours ahead of us and pacific time is an hour behind.  I hope that helps.)  Make sure you follow me on the Twitter and when that time rolls around, let the scavenger hunt begin!  Make sure your fingers and computer are warmed up because the first one to answer my questions correctly wins a Deluxe Blog Design.   Exciting!  And I hope you’ll join us!
2. I’ve updated the design gallery with 20 new designs.  Whew!  Now you know why I rarely have time to get on here.  I’m including a sneak peek of the 20 designs here, but make sure you hop over to the gallery to get a better look.

I have a few announcements coming up in the next few weeks, so be sure to stay tuned.  They include…

• A Referral Reward program… which means I’ve been getting a ton of referrals (thank you!) and I want to show you how much I appreciate it!
• I’ll be offering a discount on blog design orders at the end of this month.  Details to follow!
• And some other small, but needed, changes around here.

I know it sounds so cliché, especially since I say it month after month and post after post, but I sincerely am so thankful for your support, you have no idea how much it means to me.

And on a personal note… If you’re interested, head on over to my personal blog to see some updated pictures of our family and of my sister’s wedding.  It was really a special day!

News Designs and A Contest

<---------------  I just updated the gallery with 13 new designs.  Y’all are keeping me hopping!  There are some great new looks in there and I hope everyone is pleased with their blog makeovers. 

Tomorrow, Thursday, September 1st, I’m reinstating the monthly Elite Blog Design giveaway contest.  Follow me on Twitter @In_MunchkinLand and we’ll start the contest at 6:00pmMST.  (If you need help with the time zones, let me know.  I get confused ALL the time!)

I ask about 3-4 questions, and the 1st person to answer them all correctly wins a free Elite Blog Design!  I hope you’ll join us!

New Designs and A New Winner

First, and most important, we have a new winner of the Elite Blog Design.  Unfortunately, the original winner is unable to use the prize and has graciously given it back so someone else can use it.  Thank you, Allison!

Drum rolllllll, please… 

And the new winner is #132, also known as Mrs. I.  Please send me an email at jenn (at) munchkinland-designs.com to redeem your prize.

I have also been incredibly busy these past few weeks, even having to push back 1st drafts by a few weeks.  Something that I’ve never, ever had to do before… But I’m finally getting caught up and back to my usual time frame.

I just added 11 new designs to the gallery.  Click on over and check them out!