Weekly Wrapup and Reviews

I have decided to organize my week a bit better - at least in regards to my blogging! I have so many projects working all of the time I need all the help I can get! hee hee

With that in mind, on Saturdays I will be posting a weekly roundup - I'll highlight products from the week and new lines that I am working on. Another thing I will be adding on Saturdays is a weekly review. Zazzle recently added a way for customers to leave feedback on items that they have purchased and it's been a wonderful tool for us shopkeepers. I love getting feedback from my clients and often use it to create even better versions of my invitations.

So what have I been up to this week?

I have had my hands full adding to my graduation announcements and invitations. I love creating graduation announcements! I remember my own graduation like it was yesterday (and no - I won't say exactly how long ago that was! lol) as well as my oldest daughter's graduation just two years ago. In my case, we had about 3 or 4 designs we could choose from -- all from a big company that does almost everyone's. Not terribly thrilling... so when it came time to do my daughter's - I wanted to give her one that was as unique as she is. It was my first attempt at a graduation announcement but from the moment that I created it - it became one of my best sellers.

 

Barbed Graduation 2012 Announcement by NoteableExpressions
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Now I have more than 500 graduation products - each with it's own personality. Whether you want a classic look or grunge, sports or feminine - you can find something just perfect for you! If by some strange bit of luck - you can't find the perfect fit just let me know - I am happy to do custom work! Here are a few of my new designs from this week -

Vintage Pink Rose Photo Graduation by NoteableExpressions
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Teal Violet Grunge Photo Graduation Announcement by NoteableExpressions
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Blue Jean Pocket Photo Graduation by NoteableExpressions
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The other big project I have been working on are a new product line - Custom Baby Keepsake Pillows! I am so excited about these! I wish there had been something like this when my two girls were born. In fact, a friend of ours in Germany is having a son soon and I am sending her one for her baby gift!

Pink Zebra Baby Keepsake Pillow by NoteableExpressions
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Pink Brown Giraffe Baby Keepsake Pillow by NoteableExpressions
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Blue Puzzle Baby Photo Keepsake Pillow by NoteableExpressions
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Wow! I'm getting quite long-winded... we'll blame the coffee I'm chugging at the moment, ok? To wrap this post up - here is the first review of one of my products that I've received...

Black and White Ruby Modern Damask Thank You card by NoteableExpressions
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STAR RATING: 5 Stars

Review by: Catherine

About the product:
beautiful presentation and very classy. was a nice upgraded-type thank you note vs. instore notes. Was able to match the anniversary invitations children had sent out.

About the print:
printing was beautiful. Nice was able to put in our own words the message we wished to send

Until tomorrow....hugs and happy events to you!

Nique

Thank You Notes Made Easy

I am not sure if it is due to my Southern roots or an old-fashioned upbringing, but my mother was a stickler for writing Thank You notes. Not a birthday, Easter, Christmas or any other celebration passed without us having to sit down and hand write a note of gratitude.

A lot of people are unsure of when or how to write a thank you note. It really isn't as intimidting as it may seem when you are sitting there with your stack of blank thank you cards.

There are few absolutes in manners any more but one that has not faded is the Wedding Thank You card. If you receive a gift you must send a personal Thank You note. Though it can seem like a daunting task, if you prepare and follow a few guidelines you might find that you are actually enjoying it!

Don't Write a Long Letter

Although you want to make it personal it doesn't have to be long. Simply offer thanks, make a personal comment or two, and sign your name. Four or five sentences will work for almost everyone!

Make it Meaningful

Your friends and family went to considerable expense, time, and effort to attend your wedding, so honor that by making your Thank You notes personal. Your wedding guests will appreciate the effort.

Break it up

Don't try and muddle through your entire list at once - break it up! If you do 5-10 each evening you will not burn yourself out and you will still finish them in plenty of time. Speaking of time - how long do you have? Typically, all of your Thank You cards should be done within three months.

Just keep these things in mind and you have this wedding task done before you know it - and the goodwill you earn will be more than worth it!

 

If you are still looking for that perfect Thank You card, visit my selection at Noteable Expressions

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A Rose Unfolding - Black Damask Thank You Cards from Jan4insight* at Zazzle.com

A Rose Unfolding - Black Damask Thank You Cards from Zazzle.com

Express your heart-felt thanks with this elegant card! Blank inside for your special message; the cover text is also customizable.

A Rose Unfolding - Black Damask Thank You by jan4insight

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Morning Glories Black White Thank You Card

Pretty purple wild morning glories entwined around weeds on black and white Thank You card.  Flower photography by Susan.  Fill in the template with your personal message.  Bulk discount available.

Morning Glories Flower Thank You Card by SmilinEyesTreasures

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Blanket Flowers Watercolor Sketch Thank You Card

Colorful red and yellow blanket flowers Thank You card.  Digital watercolor sketch by Susan.  Personalize with your own text.  This image is available on many products in my store.

Blanket Flowers Watercolor Thank You Card by SmilinEyesTreasures

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Pink Rose Chalk Drawing Thank You Card

Lovely vivid pink rose floral Thank You card.  Digital chalk photo drawing by Susan.  Personalize with your own message.

Pink Rose Drawing Thank You Card by SmilinEyesTreasures

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Spring Blossoms On Sepia Floral Thank You Card

Delicate early spring blossoms on sepia Thank You card.  Flower photography by Susan.  Customize with your personal message on the inside.

Blossoms On Sepia Thank You Card by SmilinEyesTreasures

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Canada Goose Iris Flowers Painting Thank You Card

Lovely wild Canada goose with purple irises near the shore Thank You card.  Digital oil gouache style photo painting by Susan.

Canada Goose Painting Thank You Card by SmilinEyesTreasures

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Beagle Face Black Pencil Thank You Card

Pensive looking black border collie face Thank You card.  Digital black pencil photo drawing by Susan.

Border Collie Drawing Thank You Card by SmilinEyesTreasures

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Red Flower In Sunlight Thank You Card

Lovely red flower facing the sunlight Thank You card.  Flower photography by Susan.  Completely customizable, add you own personal message inside.

Red Flower Sunlight Thank You Card by SmilinEyesTreasures

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Red Apples On Black And White Thank You Card

Red ripe delicious apples on the tree on black and white Thank You card.  Nature photography by Susan.  Completely customizable.  Add your own personal message inside.

Red Apples Black White Thank You Card by SmilinEyesTreasures

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Flower Garden Pastel Painting Thank You Card

Lovely flower garden with a cute bird house customizable Thank You card.  Digital pastel photo painting by Susan.  You can add any text you like for a truly personalized Thank You.

Flower Garden Painting Thank You Card by SmilinEyesTreasures

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