Monday, October 17, 2011

A New Look and a Thank You


Since I began my blog last January,
it has gone through many transformations,
especially in the beginning.
I couldn't get it right and no matter how hard I tried,
I had to accept the fact that I just didn't have the skill or knowledge 
to actually design a blog.

So I called in the big guns.
I loved the blog Beatrice Banks from the
very first time I opened it.
The designer was Marina at Penny Lane Designs.
For me the decision was easy.
Marina took me on and since then I have been
a very happy blogger.

Periodically since the first install,
I have emailed Marina wanting this or that.
Buttons, titles, more white space, etc.
Together we took my blog from a predesigned template
to an (almost) custom designed blog.

A few days ago I emailed Marina asking for help with my header.
I had added a mosaic and it just didn't look right.

Well...she didn't just help me with my header.
I got a whole new design.
I think it's totally perfect.

So I'd like to say to Marina:
This was such a nice thing to do...
 I appreciate your knowledge and patience so much.
Thank you.


47 comments:

Katie said...

Love your new header!

Rose Harbour said...

Love the header. Your blog looks so lovely.

Cindy said...

Your new header is beautiful, you are looking very professional, my friend, and beautiful!
Hugs, Cindy

Terry said...

Awwww, what a sweetie. Header looks great.

Kelly said...

I know how good it feels to have someone that knows what they're doing help you out with your blog! Your new header looks great! It will be nice for you to be able to change it up with the seasons too.

poppilinnstudios said...

Your header looks great! Love that doggie in the window!
-Lynn

Yvonne@StyleBurb said...

Your blog design is absolutely gorgeous, Ann. I love looking at the pictures in your header! You big guns designer has done an outstanding job!

laurie said...

Its beautiful and your photos make it yours and yours alone,,I mailed your package out today,, I hope it gets there quickly,, our Canadian mail is slow,,,

Jane@Cottage at the Crossroads said...

Well, I always admired the previous design, but I really like this redo, too. I think having the pictures in the header make it a little more personable. And you have more white space for those gorgeous photographs, don't ya?

Anne said...

Nice new look! Love it!

Grammy Goodwill said...

Your new header looks great.

Kim @ Savvy Southern Style said...

As soon as I clicked on I new you had a new header. I love it. I am going to have to get a professional design, too.

Pamela Gordon said...

Love your blog and love your header! It looks great!

penny lane designs said...

You are so sweet- thank you for the kind words, Ann. Always a pleasure working with you! Happy blogging.

adventuresindinner said...

Gorgeous changes. I've been playing with mine too and think it's time for some pro help.

Stitchfork said...

Ann, you're lookin' good here On Sutton! Great new look!
xo Cathy

Lesley said...

Your update look is lovely. :)

❀❀❀Ðαωᾔ❀❀❀ said...

Love the new header, it is very fresh looking:)

Blondie's Journal said...

What a great new look you have, Ann, and I know you are pleased with it. Lovely!

XO,
Jane

Debbiedoo's blogging and blabbing said...

It looks fantastic Ann! So you, she really nailed it.

ℳartina @ Northern Nesting said...

Love your new look Ann!! I am in the process of getting a new look too! Martina

NanaDiana said...

Ann- It looks lovely! I should do something with my own blog one of these days! It is wonderful to have someone that knows what they are doing work on it for you~~xo Diana

Cindy said...

Beautiful blog and love your new header Ann!

Haven Conner said...

That's exactly why I haven't published my blog...cannot get it right! Yours looks amazing!

Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. said...

What a great new look! You must be thrilled!

Ginger Zuck said...

Ann, love your new header, you are taking your blog to the next level. Awesome, I'm still puttering along! You are looking great...

Bonnie said...

Your new look is fabulous. I should break down and get help too.

Gina said...

Your redesign looks great! It's attractive & clean looking.

Kathleen said...

Very nice! Glad you are happy with it!

Sewconsult said...

Love the whole look of the site. It's clean and easy to read.
Beckie in Brentwood, TN

Tracy's Trinkets and Treasures said...

It looks great!

nitro rc cars said...

A perfect blog. Your blog design is absolutely gorgeous, Ann. Looking at the pictures in your header! You big guns designer has done an outstanding job!

Pondside said...

They got it~ just the right balance of classic and comfy. Lovely colours!

Cozy Home Scenes said...

Your blog looks great Ann. Great job from Marina!

Suzy said...

The new look is great, Ann! I worked with Marina on my blog too. What a wonderful experience that was!

GLENDA CHILDERS said...

What a charming and inviting header, Ann.

Fondly,
Glenda

Pat@Back Porch Musings said...

Love the new header, Ann! I will be visiting Penny Lane Designs.

Willow said...

You do have a beautiful blog here and she did a great job in the design.

Debbie--http://refreshrestyle.com/ said...

It's beautiful! Love the changes, but I loved it before too!
debbie

Catherine said...

Dear Ann, I just discovered your blog and enjoyed browsing through it. I am now following. I hope that you will visit back and we may be blogging friends. Blessings, Catherine

Tammy@Beatrice Banks said...

Wow! Your header looks great! Has me wondering if I should change mine. I'm honored to be mentioned on such a beautiful blog. Love your new layout!

Penny @ The Comforts of Home/Flea Market Makeovers said...

It looks wonderful!!

adventuresindinner said...

Thanks again for the encouragement. I'm trying a new design today and if this isn't the one...I'm going to look Penny up and do some begging :)

Kathleen said...

Love the new design!It looks fab!

Rosemary@villabarnes said...

Your new look is beautiful, Ann.

Katy @ Live Laugh Love Craft said...

It looks absolutely gorgeous! Marina is amazing. I will never use another blog designer. :)

Melissa Miller said...

It looks gorgeous! :)

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