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New Year, New Blog? and Currently

January 1, 2013

Hello, 2013! I’m so exited to see what you bring. There’s just something about a new year that makes me feel all optimistic. It was about this time last year that I started this blog. I remember wondering if anyone would want to read what I wrote and how it felt to be talking to myself at first. I’m so glad that’s changed! =)

If you’re also thinking about starting a new blog, or giving your existing blog a makeover, I spent the last week of 2012 working on new premade blog designs. I love doing custom work, but there are so many cute graphics out there that I can picture as blog designs so I save them in folders to work on when I need a new creative outlet. Then I sell them at a discount so it’s a win-win situation.  

They’re still totally custom because they only sell one time and I do all the installation for you. I can make changes to them too if there’s something different you had in mind (like changing fonts and colors or swapping out some clip art pieces). You can see all of my available designs on my design site, but these are some of my favorites that don’t have a home yet.

Available: Is this your new blog?
Available: I loved the watercolor look of these graphics.
Available: Owls can be changed to any type of character.

There are a few more over at Design by Christi. If you see one you want, send me an email so I can invoice you. I only hold the design after you make the PayPal payment.

Finally, it’s time for another Currently! 

As you can see, I’m kind of all over the place this month. We stayed in for NYE to eat a delicious dinner, cuddle our pups, drink some bubbly, and watch the ball drop. No complaints about that at all. We did take a *tiny* break from the office, but that puppy is getting finished tomorrow.

My word for this year is growth. This has been such a life-changing year. There‘s the literal growth of my sweet baby nephew who I love to pieces. It‘s been so fun watching my brother and his fabulous wife become parents. My husband and I have grown closer together in our second year of marriage. Although it hasn’t always been easy (especially with his work load as a med student), we’ve learned we make a great team. As an educator, I’ve grown leaps and bounds and so much of that is due to our blogging community. I truly appreciate you all! Perhaps the hardest, I’ve also grown personally as I’ve learned to balance all of my responsibilities and let some things go. I’m not so great at that ‘saying no’ part, but I’m working on it.

That’s it… hurry over to link up with Farley! 


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  1. Lisa at Fourth and Ten says: January 1, 2013 at 5:14 am

    I'm not great at saying no either! So balance is my OLW too! Happy New Year! I can't wait to see that completed office!
    Lisa
    Fourth and Ten
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    • Christi Fultz says: January 1, 2013 at 4:21 pm

      I think the balance issues are totally a teacher thing. 🙂

  2. Molly says: January 1, 2013 at 5:26 am

    Christi!

    Love your cute new blog designs! I'm with you on the staying home for new years! We went out to dinner, but now we are at home relaxing by the fire!! Good luck getting your office finished!! I'm sure it's looking amazing!!

    Molly
    Lessons with Laughter

  3. Amanda says: January 1, 2013 at 5:36 am

    Professional and personal growth are nothing to smirk at! Go for it and reap the rewards.
    Love your blog designs.

    Amanda
    Rock Stars At Work

  4. Stephanie @ 3rd Grade Thoughts says: January 1, 2013 at 5:48 am

    I love reading blogs and seeing your great designs everywhere! Yay!! Wishing you continued success in 2013 🙂

    ~Stephanie
    3rd Grade Thoughts

    • Christi Fultz says: January 1, 2013 at 4:21 pm

      Thanks, Stephanie. Same to you. We're all in this together!

  5. Jayme Ayer says: January 1, 2013 at 8:58 am

    Hi Christi,

    I just have to tell you that I get SO many compliments on my blog design!! I love your new designs.

    Happy New Year!!

    Jayme
    Trendy in Third

    • Christi Fultz says: January 1, 2013 at 4:21 pm

      I'm glad you still love your design. It's so fun!

  6. oh' boy says: January 1, 2013 at 9:45 am

    love your blog designs so so cute… thanks so much for linking up and happy 2013

    • Christi Fultz says: January 1, 2013 at 4:22 pm

      Same to you, Farley! <3

  7. Wendy P says: January 1, 2013 at 2:03 pm

    Hi Christi,
    I couldn't agree with you more about staying home on New Year's Eve. I am your newest follower:)

    Happy New Year,
    Wendy
    4th-5thgradeahppiness.blogspot.com

  8. Krista Mehrtens says: January 1, 2013 at 3:18 pm

    Happy New Year Christi! Your new blog designs are so cute! Good luck finishing up your office! Best wishes in 2013!

    Krista
    stellar-students

  9. Get in the Game with Mrs. Barcomb says: January 1, 2013 at 11:38 pm

    Hi Christi,
    Happy New Year! I love my new blog that you designed. I am slowly working on my blog and making a few tpt products. Your new designs are awesome!Good luck with finishing your new office and here's to a happy and healthy 2013!
    Tuesday

  10. Jenny says: January 6, 2013 at 1:16 am

    I love your work! Happy New Year! I can't wait to see the finished office make over!

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