Inspirations by D

A New Way to Connect with Bloggers

Hello and Happy Monday! This morning I have something really cool to share with you.

As you are all well aware, a few weeks ago, Google announced they would discontinue Google Friend Connect (GFC) for non-Blogger blogs, since I've seen quite an amount of worrying among our dear fellow bloggers, I decided to share with you my new favorite place! I pondered my new little hangout, but it’s time to share the goodies with you. It's Hellocotton. Have you heard of it?

This wonderful place allows you to follow for free the most talented bloggers out there,
mostly women. Why do I love it? It is an easy way to discover the latest on trends
and to take on a daily dose of inspiration.

Hellocotton allows you to comment, vote and share it all with your friends.

Another great thing is that Hellocotton allows you to set up a Hellocotton mini-profile on your blog, displaying your followers/followings and allowing for newcomers to follow you easily and, in the process, keep up with your updates? So if you are losing your Google friend connect box, guess what, now you can have one with Hellocotton!

Yes, you read right, it's exactly along the lines of Google Friend Connect but works just fine regardless of your blogging platform. Since Google's decision will be effective as of March 1, 2012 why not plan ahead and warm up your readers to the use of Hellocotton!

Of course, hellocotton is there to help and answer any of your questions about,
either the mini-profile, or Hellocotton on the whole.

Now isn’t that something worth looking into?

I hope that this news helps you stay connected with your fellow readers.

If you do check it out, let me know what you think?

Thank you for stopping by today!

Valentine's Day Free Printables

Happy February friends!

To kick off the month of February, I hope that you enjoy
these free printables from me to you!

Do what you wish with them, tags for gifts, art for your walls and more.

Download World Love Printable Here

Download Love Printable Here.

I would love to see what you make with them; so if you please,

come back and link your goodies.

Download Valentine Printable Here.

I hope that you enjoy them! Find more here.

Visit the Facebook fan-page for Valentine Party Ideas and other tips!

Whole Lotta Love

Sharing some of my Etsy favorites!

Valentine's Day items are everywhere, and I have been browsing for items

that are personal and decorative. I chose to share with you these lovely

pieces that I found on Etsy from talented artisans

from all over the country. I love the details and uniqueness that each piece offers.

1. A True Story Never Ends-Wood Sign by kspeddler at Words to Live by Designs

2. Handmade polymer clay birds by SkyeArt

3. Felted Warmest Love Clogs by Woolen Clogs

4. Hostess Gift Soap - Valentine's Soap Gift Set by Sakura Bath & Body

5. Valentine Felt Hearts by Gracinha's

6. Secret Love Stackable Rings by Mon Cadeau

7. Valentine's Day Wooden Hearts by Old New Again

8. Red Love Pillow by Honey Pie Design

Although there are many beautiful items in each shop, I was only able to share these few with you today.

Get inspired to decorate a space, to shop and to share with others or simply feel the Love.

Speaking of love, I'm in love with the Wood Love sign, I want one!

I would also love a pair of those comfy looking Felt Clogs, perfect for lounging at home.

9. Red Love Heart burlap Pillow Set by Sheri Sew Sweet
10. Wood Sign Love Vintage by Old New Again
11. Love Gold Necklace by Laonato
12. Red "Love" Print Poster by Amanda Catherine Des
13. Love Languages Tote Bag by Bucked Toothed Bunny
14. Vanilla Valentine Heart Soaps by Sakura Bath & Body
15. Ten Poms by Perfect Poms
16. Valentine's Glass Push Pins by Inspirations by D

Hope that you enjoy them as much as I have.
What are your favorites?