My 10th Blog Anniversary

It's my anniversary!!!! On August 23, 2010, I started "Inspired Me" and what an adventure it has been. I remember being a little nervous and excited at starting this new digital journey. In these ten years, I have created more than I ever thought. I started out making greeting cards for family and friends. Since then, I have learned and made over 20 different crafts. Yes, really! LOL!

Here is my first post. If you want to read it, CLICK HERE.

Some of my favorite moments and blog posts are:

Starting K. Simone Designs card business with my husband.
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Creating a birthday card for Gospel Music's Vicki Winans
and receiving her video response. Link Here

Selling our cards at actress Tori Spelling's vintage gift shop, Inventori, and meeting her.
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Hosting my first ever blog series, "Inspired She" featuring creative women.
Link Here

Starting a spin off arts and crafts blog "Inspired Me 411."
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Launching a YouTube channel featuring art and papercraft videos.
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Being featured on Scrapbook dot com.
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Here are two special YouTube videos. This is my first YouTube virtual art show. I learned to draw from one of my husband's comic book art guides. From there, I jumped into art journaling and the paintings. I just love art!
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Next, is my first video tutorial showing how to make a mini album card. I was so excited to start this type of video this year. Link Here

Out of everything I have accomplished personally and professionally, inspiring others is my most favorite thing. I love that my humble creations have touched so many people and brought a smile to their faces. That makes it all worth it!

I am so proud of all I have shared on this blog and I hope to continue spreading inspiration. Thanks for the support and have a great day!

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