Thursday, October 8, 2009

blog makeover

Have you noticed my new look?
I know you have because you have left so many nice comments.
Isn't it fabulous?


When Cora was in the hospital Judy contacted me about Danielle giving my blog a makeover. At the time I was too overwhelmed to even think about changing my blog. But several months later after many people suggesting that I should get a blog makeover, {hint, hint} I decided to see if Danielle was still interested in helping me.
Danielle is the very talented lady who is responsible for my new look. My favorite part is the rotating photo header. Love it!
Not only does Danielle do blog makeovers, but she also has a new shop at Polka Dot Plum. She has some great digital kits for all the scrapbookers out there.




And not only has she been so kind to me...
but she also wants to share the love with one of my readers.

So, it is time for a giveaway!
Today, I am giving away a standard blog makeover. If your blog is needing a new look, now is your chance to win one for FREE!

To enter, simply leave me a comment.

For extra entries:
1. Grab my new button.
2. Become a follower of Danielle's design blog.
3. Visit Danielle's shop at Polka Dot Plum and share your favorite kit.

Please be sure to leave one comment for EVERY entry.

And if that isn't enough, Danielle is offering some great discounts for EVERYONE else!
$10 off a pre-made template
$10 off your deposit for a blog makeover
(Just mention that you came from The Macs when you contact her. Offer ends Wednesday, October 14th)

AND

25% off a digital scrapbook order from Danielle's shop now through Wednesday, October 14th
Use coupon code: themacs25off

Comments will close on Saturday at 8:00pm.

Thanks Judy and Danielle for making my blog makeover possible!

374 comments:

LV said...

I love your new blog look. I have been praying for you and your family.

Chelsa said...

love your new look!

Colleen said...

I love your new blog look, the buttons are my favorite!!

Jessie said...

I love the new look!

Rebecca said...

Love the new look! Maybe now is the time for me to finally start a blog.

Jessie said...

I visited the Polka Dot Plum and my favorite it the Forever Yours.

the breedens said...

Yes I LOVE your new makeover.It's because of you that I connected with Danielle and got a blog makeover lately myself!

Aishlea and Brandon said...

I love your new blog look! The header is so cute!

Anonymous said...

Love Love the new blog look..love the about me, Cora's story etc buttons. Love the rotating pictures at the top(even if sometimes it is hard to see them. Love it when there is an update :)

I think of you guys and your Cora everyday(as you can see from my blog stalking).

Kim

mary said...

The new look is wonderful! Love the sweet pictures of baby Cora, as well as you and Joel!

Emily @ Little Home said...

Your new blog look is fresh and classy - I'd love something similar!

Shana said...

I totally need a new blog look...lol

Shana said...

I grabbed your button

Shana said...

I follow Danielle's Design Blog

The Gunter Family said...

Oooh! I'd love to win a blog makeover! Yours looks great!

Shana said...

My favorite kit is the I'm a Little Robot Kit. So cute!

SECPumpkin said...

Hey, I've been reading you blog for awhile now and have lifted up many many prayers to our Lord for you guys. Thanks for sharing your journey and lives with us. You seem like such a sweet fam!

Like the new look! She does great work!

Peek Into Our Nest said...

I love your blog! I have followed you since Cora became sick. What a beautiful little girl, you were very luck to have her, even if it was just a short time... I would LOVE a new blog makeover!

SECPumpkin said...

oh, i just went to her blog...it's great!

SECPumpkin said...

fall fabulous is definitely my favorite over at her shop. I guess you could say I'm in love with fall! It's my favorite time of year!

amy said...

this is the cutest! please enter me.

Trasie Bressler said...

I love your new blog look!

Kristi REDISKE said...

I do love the blog-I don't have a blog right now but I want one really bad-so if I win i will have one-that would be great. Maybe I should set a blog up today so I could get your button too-I might try but I am not to knowledgeable about computer things. Still praying for you all.

Caroline said...

I need a makeover!

Kelly said...

I got you button! I love your new look! It is great!

Keith and Kristin said...

Your family continues to be in our prayers. What a sweet testimony you are to the faithfulness of our God in times of deep pain. God's rich blessings on you as you welcome this new miracle!

Kelly said...

I'm following her blog!

Caroline said...

I've got your button up.

Kelly said...

I really like the Elegant Chic

Molly said...

Jess,

Love the new blog look and have meant to comment on for quite some time!

Holly said...

Love the new look! I have your new button!

www.hersouthernheart.com

Holly said...

I'm already a follower of TDG blog.

LivingInspired said...

I was admiring the cuteness of the new design! Your button is too cute. And not to mention how just the other day I thought about how it could be worth my time to spruce the blog up myself. Thanks for the giveaway!

Holly said...

My favorite kit is the Classy Chic Kit (http://polkadotplum.com/shoppe/product.php?productid=16541&cat=0&page=1)

Julie said...

Your blog looks great! I think makeover is an understatement for what my blogs need!

LivingInspired said...

I am a follor of The Design Girl!

Molly said...

I grabbed your button to put on my blog, love it!

Molly said...

I'm following Danielle's Design Blog as well!

Kim said...

I love your blog and the new look! I went to Danielle's shop the first time you changed the look and love her work!!

LivingInspired said...

So in love with the Fabulous Fall kit. Those owls couldn't be any cuter

John and Elisa Seaba said...

I love your new blog look!!

LivingInspired said...

And....got your buttoN!

melissa said...

She is an amazing designer!

TRICIA @ The Zoo said...

Everything looks so beautiful! Love the new photos on the sidebar!!!

With love and prayers,
XO*Tricia

John and Elisa Seaba said...

I grabbed your button! thanks, love it! :)

TRICIA @ The Zoo said...

Added your new button. So glad you got one. ;)

XO*Tricia

Beck said...

Jess, while I'd love a new look for my blog, I'd rather share a random thought that I have every time I stop by here: the photo of Cora in the swing looks SO like your husband! She is such an image of you with her sweet, little face but I'm sure that one must really warm his heart.

CanNOT wait to see what your new little one looks like - and I continue to pray for a healthy pregnancy and further healing for your precious heart. Your blog has meant bunches to me this year.

Annie said...

love the new look! and would love a new look myself! :)

TRICIA @ The Zoo said...

I'm following Danielle's design blog now. (BTW, thank you so much for the intro. She's got some great stuff over there.)

XO*Tricia

Lisa said...

Your blog looks FANTASTIC!
I especially like the header too.

Lisa said...

I grabbed your button!!

KK said...

I NEED a makeover. And so does my blog :)

Brittany said...

Love your new look!

TRICIA @ The Zoo said...

My favorite kit at Polka Dot Plum is "Beautiful Mess". I think that pretty much describes my life to a "T".

Thanks again for the opportunity. How fun!

With love and prayers,
XO*Tricia

Liz said...

She is such a talented woman! I love the new look:)

KK said...

I follow her blog.

Jackie and Jared said...

I enjoy reading your blog, and love the new look. My husband and I are expecting our first child, a baby girl, in a few weeks and would love to incorporate some pink into our own blog :) Thanks for this opportunity!

Juls said...

I love the new look, its amazing!

Juls said...

I went over to there and i really like the Funky Chic kit! Ive been thinking of starting a blog, but this is what I need to get my butt in gear!

Juls said...

I am now a follow of her blog too-thanks!

Marisol Avendano Avila said...

Love the new look!!

Chris said...

LOve it :)
Thinking about you and Cora every day .

JulieA said...

I love love love your new blog design AS WELL AS your sweet honesty about your past year. =)

Trudy said...

Danielle designed my blog too over a year ago. I love the idea of a rotating header. Your pictures are breathless. Love your new look.

Sarah said...

I love everything about you new look. Great colors.

Brianna said...

Love the new blog look. She does some great stuff!

Jill said...

I love your blog look, and especailly the rotating picture of Sweet Cora at the top. My heart aches everytime, yet rejoices in the happy life she lived, and the happiness you will all feel when you see each other again.
I would love a blog makeover!!!

queenbee said...

Your blog looks wonderful! I need a complete blog makeover. Thanks for the giveaway

Barclay Kathryn said...

I need a blog make over! : )

C Golden said...

So I am in dire need of a blog makeover. I have begun a lot of DIY projects on my blog so I would love to spruce it up.

Btw I follow your blog all the time and you seem to be very strong throughout this whole ordeal. I will be praying for you :)

PamperingBeki said...

It looks fab. Love the new look!

Praying for you today, Jess.

The Moffats said...

Wow. I'm predicting a LOT of comments :) Have to at least TRY for this one. Love & hugs! Happy B-day Annie-belle (if you are reading this!)

Christal said...

The blog looks awesome!!!

Margie said...

Could definitely use a blog makeover- great giveaway!

Love keeping up with your blog, Pray for you both often- and very excited for your new blessing to arrive. Best of luck always!

C Golden said...

I am not following Danielle's blog! That would be a second entry hehe

Heather's Home (aka Chez Hez) said...

Okay, one of three here. I grabbed your button. I've been meaning to tell you how much I love the new blog look!

Heather's Home (aka Chez Hez) said...

I added Design Girl's blog to my google reader in order to follow. She's got so much pretty over there. I'm so done in by all the eye candy!

Heather's Home (aka Chez Hez) said...

Okay, last comment!!!! I didn't look at the scrapbook kits, but I did fall in love with the cherry recipe cards. They are made of the cute!!!! :)

C Golden said...

I also added the button for a 3rd entry hehehe

The Hams said...

The new blog looks great- a new look for the new season!

Tiffany said...

Jess,
You are doing a fantastic job. My heart aches for your family, knowing somewhat of what you have been through. It never seems to get any easier after you lose a child. I have just found ways to cope and that helps. I too have been trying to find ways to keep myself busy/a reason to get up and out of bed each day.
You have done such a wonderful job with Cora's playground and all that you are doing in honor of Cora.
You and your family are in my prayers.
Blessings,
Tiffany
www.hannahshopefoundation.org

Anonymous said...

You continue to inspire me. Fall Fabulous is my fave....a blog do-over would be great

Liz

Wendy said...

Love the new look...would love a new look for CANDY HEARTS too :)

What an awesome idea!!!!!

Thanks and congrats to whoever wins...GOD IS GOOD!!!!

CourtneyC said...

the new layout is great!!!

Staci said...

Love the new look. I would love to win!

Husky Husker said...

It is a cool blog. I too like the rotating header.

Elizabeth said...

Your blog is adorable, and I would love for mine to have a new look too!

Christine said...

you and joel have such great hearts. thank you for sharing your ongoing story and journey....
i added the button and plan to join the design blog- happily.

Jennifer said...

Beautiful blog!

Erin said...

LOVE the new look!

Cora Anne Designs said...

OOH! I could SO use a blog makeover!!!!

Cora Anne Designs said...

Grabbed your button!

Erin said...

Got your button now too!!!

Jessica B said...

I love your blog makeover. My blog is in need of a makeover too.

Hair Bows & Guitar Picks said...

I need a new look....

Yours is awesome!

Shana said...

The new blog design is fabulous! I especially love the photos in the header...and the fact that they switch up is awesome!

Todd and Courtney said...

Gorgeous blog! I love the circles. I've been praying for you all every single day, even though we don't know each other. I always think that when Lauren, my 11 month old, waves at something in her room, that she is playing with Cora. Cora is a sweet little angel friend! :)

Shauna said...

I became a follower of her blog! Love it!

Holli Taylor said...

Love it...could use a makeover myself.

Shauna said...

Love the new makeover! I think I am going to contact her about making me a rotating blog header! What a great idea!!

Shauna said...

Okay--I can't choose just one kit so I'll post my two top favs--FUNKY CHIC and A VERY GIRLY CHRISTMAS!

christy said...

My blog is in desperate need of a makeover. How fun! Love the new look of yours. It's very cute.

Thanks for sharing your heart and life with us. It has encouraged me time and time again. So excited for your new bundle to arrive!

Maureen said...

Exciting Giveaway! Thanks!!

leel said...

love the new look, and am looking at redesigning my blog as we speak!

McKenzie said...

Oh man...my blog is sad and tired and my baby is getting so big and he needs a new look!

McKenzie said...

I am now a design blog follower!

A Call to Armes said...

I have recently started a blog and have been trying to figure out how to make mine as cute as yours!

rae said...

I love your new look, and my blog desperately need a new look, too!

Brooke said...

I love your rotating photo header too!

Kory & Erin said...

I love the new design!!It is so clean and cute!!!

Brooke said...

I visited Danielle's shoppe and I love the funky chic digital scrapbook pages.

Kory & Erin said...

I have added your button to my blog!

Matt and Cristin said...

Hi! I'm new to your blog...but I must say I'm addicted! :) I know...wierd. Your blog look is darling and 'clean'. I like it! I'd love to win!!!

Kory & Erin said...

I am already a follower of Danielle's blog!!!

Erica said...

i have noticed your blog change! it's absolutely adorable! how fun to win a new blog.

Kory & Erin said...

I love the fabulous fall scrapbook package! I am just now getting into digital scrapbooking and i can see myself spending lots of money on her website!!

Matt and Cristin said...

additional entry: I like the 'tis the season and little beach boy....so cute!

Erica said...

i posted your adorable button on my page

Erica said...

i went to polka dot plum and, being the mom of 2 boys, i would have to say "lil dude" is my favorite!

Matt and Cristin said...

additional engry: now following danielle's design blog....:) (Can you tell i want to win the blog makeover? i told my hubbs the other day i needed a new one! :) )

Jenna said...

Oh I have just enjoyed your new look so much. It is perfect and those picture of that sweet girl in the header are just perfect.

I love Danielle's work!!!

Erica said...

i became a follower of the design girl blog

Emily said...

Love the new blog layout! Also very excited to see what Cora's store has for us next.

McKenzie said...

LOVE LOVE The Shabby Elegance!! I collect butterflies so having those in there with those amazing colors! PERFECT!

Marisa said...

Love the Sidebar dots...so stinkin' cute. Danielle is so talented...would love her creative help with a makeover.

Marisa said...

Also, just grabbed your button and put it over here: www.miskamiller.blogspot.com :)

Mindy M. Harris said...

what a cool giveaway!!!

Amie said...

i DEFINITELY need a blog makeover! love your new header too :)

Marisa said...

Already follow Danielle's blog. :)

Marisa said...

Left a comment for my favorite kit over at Polka Dot Plum...gotta love Fabulous Fall because of the owls. We did my daughter's nursery in owls.

mymessylife said...

The new blog look is fabulous and I love the message of hope that has stayed constant!

emily said...

i love your new blog and all of the blogs that design girl does.

i just started following your blog a few months ago, but i think of your family often.

take care.

MCH PHOTOGRAPHY said...

Love your new look!
Now addicted to Danielle's goodies!

MCH PHOTOGRAPHY said...

I grabbed your button

MCH PHOTOGRAPHY said...

now following Danielle's design blog!!

Melanie said...

The new look is fabulous and really seems to reflect you and your personality. I can't wait to see new pics of Baby Mac on here right beside his/her big sister, Cora.

Krystal said...

I honestly just started following your blog yesterday, but your BEAUTIFUL layout was the first thing I noticed. Love it! My husband is a graphic designer, and he will love it too, when I show it to him.

Amber said...

The new blog looks great! Boy do I need a blog makeover too, I should check her out!

Lynn said...

I need a blog makeover badly!!

Lynn said...

I also added your button!

SaraBeth said...

The blog looks great! I visited the polka dot plum and my favorite is Funky Chic!

Kelley said...

ooh ohh, pick me! ;)

Molly said...

Love reading your blog and the rotating photo header is my favorite part too!!

Heather said...

How exciting! I love your new look!

Marlene W. said...

I've been thinking about you Macs and wandered over to check on you today! And I'm glad I did! :)

Blessings to you and your sweet family!

Whimsical Creations said...

Love your new look!!

Livesays said...

You know I think you're amazing and your blog fits you so well. It's classy, beautful, sweet, and fun; just like you! Love it!

Whimsical Creations said...

following danielle's blog

Heather said...

I just installed the new button!

Whimsical Creations said...

Love the happy birthday to me kit.

Heather said...

I started following Danielle's design blog!

Whimsical Creations said...

I added your new button. =D

http://melaniescrafts.blogspot.com

Heather said...

My favorite kits are Fabulous Fall and A Very Girly Christmas!

Kiki said...

I could really use a blog makeover! Love your blog and think of your family often!

Amy said...

Pick me! Pick me!

Kara said...

Oh, what a fun giveaway Jess! I definitely don't know you but had a dream we met up at Sarah's Fabric store in Lawrence that we both have a love for. Anyway, I love your new look- it's so YOU and the way you protray your blog!
~kara in kansas

Kelly said...

I love how modern and fun your new blog look is!

Kelly said...

I visited the Polka Dot Plum and my favorite kit is Sweetcheeks!

Katie Spinks said...

love the new look - pray for you guys daily!

The Fisher Family said...

I love the makeover of your blog! The header is my favorite!

somer said...

Love the new look!!!!!!

Mandy said...

Love the new look! And Danielle's designs are adorable!

Jenae said...

I love the new look!!! I too especially love the header!

Lindsay said...

I love the rotating header and totally want to jump on the rotating wagon!!

katie b. said...

Your blog looks great! I love it, and the photos of Cora are wonderful. What a beautiful girl!

I would love to win a new look for my blog! :)
Katie
katie_bake@yahoo.com

Lindsay said...

I am following Danielle! I seriously want rotating headers. :)

Lindsay said...

I am in love with her Oh So Sassy kit!!

Amy said...

I love your new blog :)

Taylor said...

I absolutely love your new blog look. I have followed you for a while now, when I saw something about your family on Kelly's Korner. Your family definitely has a great testimony! I have sure seen the power of God in your life. Please count me in for the give-away...would love to have a new blog look!!

Jennifer said...

I'm a follower! :)

Jennifer said...

I would love to win the blog makeover for my photography blog. Danielle's work is so clean - love it!

Amy said...

I visited Danielle's shop and I love Fall Frolic - I love everything about this time of year!

Jennifer said...

I love the funky chic package from Polka Dot Plum

Amy said...

I am now following Danielle's design blog!

Kelly said...

I would love a new blog makeover! In fact, I have been neglecting my blog lately and need to get back to posting!
Thanks for your giveaway! I love your new layout on your blog, Jess!

Walquist said...

Hey Jess, it's your cousin Sarah and I've just got a chance to look at your blog! It's awesome and very YOU! I'm so glad you have some creative outlets (as if you're not creative enough already!!) So glad you get to stay home and take care of baby mac. we keep praying for you and Joel! I love this: the "word verification" below says SMILE!

molly said...

my personal blog could definitely use a face lift! how fun!

Bergtholds said...

I love your blog.

Anna said...

Thanks for the chance to win!

Anna said...

And my fav kit is Funky Chic!

This is me.. said...

OK...I need a makeover.
Placed you button on my page!

This is me.. said...

And following Design girl too!

Ashley said...

I love your new blog look! As soon as you switched to the rotating headers I admit I had a little blog envy. : )

amanda said...

so cute!

Ashley said...

My favorite kit is "Take Me Away." I really want to get in to digi-scrapping...

Hoosier Mom said...

Love the new look and love your blog... blessings to you and your family! Thank you for sharing your precious Cora with us!

Laura said...

Danielle also did the design for the foundation blog - http://www.kdmf.blogspot.com and was extremely kind to us also. She is a lovely lady!

Rockin Baby Ryan said...

HELP! I want to have a great blog for my new little one, but am way too un-artistic!!

Jenn@the loves of jenn said...

I love the new look, especially the header. What a gun giveaway!

Jenn@the loves of jenn said...

I went to her website and I like the lullaby girl collection the best! Cute designs!

Jenn@the loves of jenn said...

I became a follower of Danielle's design blog!

Whitney said...

So cute!!

~Cherie said...

Hi Jess. I have followed you since hearing of precious Cora's illness. I had your Cora's playground button, but have added "The Macs" as well. It's precious. The new look is perfect.

~Cherie said...

I added Danielle's blog to my follower list. Regardless if I win your contest or not, I'll probably just pay for a blog make over. My blog is quite boring despite my cute little ones. It could use a little pizzaz! Thanks for sharing your story.

jwall said...

Love the Blog, simple and crisp!

jwall said...

Visited the Polka Dot Plum, and I love the vintage kitchen. The colors are adorable.

jwall said...

Have the blog button!!

jwall said...

I am now a follower of the Design Girl Blog.
Thanks for the contest!!

~Cherie said...

Okay, I went to Danielle's site and my favorite was a toss up between Funky Chic and Shabby Elegance...I think I'll choose Funky Chic. It was hard to pick!

All Doll(ed) Up said...

ohoh! me too! love it!