Blog Changes

Happy Monday! If you didn’t stop by over the weekend you’ll see I’ve got a buko amount of changes on here going on! I was talking with some of the girls in the Paper Issues team (whom I love to bits!) and we are doing some mutual blog critiques. 

I’ve been a little unsure at the direction I wanted to take with my blog since while I still craft and make things I’m doing it less than I used to and I’m back to drawing more and I’m learning more about biz topics that are interesting to me by reading some books and listening to a few podcasts while I’m on the treadmill in the mornings. I was also reluctant to put art up on the blog bc I do a lot of sketches that might not go anywhere or are just for fun and when the all don’t make it to digi I end up getting a ton of flak but the girls pointed out that its my blog and those people will always be around.

So long winded story short, you’ll still see crafty things and copics here but you’ll also see more biz stuff (since Some Odd Girl is my baby  :>), art, sketches and general life stuff here. You can see on the right I’ve added some easy to click Featured Posts for those categories too. The Tutorials page above has gotten a makeover too and I still have a few things to finish up here and there 🙂 Its so much more organized! 

The biggest change has to be not in the blog itself but in my attitude towards it. I was really, and still am for the most part, self conscious about putting myself out there and really showing off. The things I draw esp are super special to me and believe it or not, for all my sarcasm and snarky fun I’m shy about the whole “look what I did!” part. I want to come out of the shell so I’m just going to do it!

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That’s the biggest reason I changed the header. Besides its updated with my new hair cut its putting the “this is MINE” stamp on the whole thing. 

HUGS! 

34 Comments
  • rachel whetzel says:

    GO YOU!! You remember that this place is YOURS!! You do what YOU want, and your REAL followers will stick around (and bring more people to you) because you’re authentic!! Don’t force what you aren’t loving. 🙂

    • Kristy says:

      You are more than right Rachel! I’ve always admired your confidence. It shines right back on the rest of us! 🙂 HUGS!

  • Vera W. Yates says:

    Kristy, you are awesome. Put yourself out there, let people know your awesomeness and shine! 🙂 Love the new drawing. Big hugs. xoxo

    • Kristy says:

      HUGS Vera! I appreciate it 🙂

  • Rosemary B. says:

    You go girl! You are an amazingly creative artist, so I’m glad you’ll be “putting yourself” out there more! Can’t wait to see and experience all the new changes! Hugs, Rosie

    • Kristy says:

      Thanks tons Rosemary! HUGS!

  • Annie Rose says:

    Ooh, sexy hair! Me likey. Your blog looks great! And, it’s just that… YOUR BLOG. Post what you like. Say what you like. Fans, like me, will be around forever. You couldn’t get rid of us if you tried. So there. 🙂 I’m interested in every part of your SOG life — the crafty side, the creative side, the biz and how you feel about what you do. I think that’s how you gain and keep not only customers, but online friends as well who will be around to help build you up when you need it and who can help you along your path. I’m so glad you have chosen to share parts of your life with the rest of us and just know that whatever choices you make, you’ll have support. 🙂

    Luvs,
    Annie Rose

    • Kristy says:

      Can I keep you Annie Rose? 😉 Thanks tons, I really appreciate it! Sometimes I forget just how awesome people are! The negative people can be so much more vocal than the people you want around 🙂 or those negative nancys stick in your brain more lol

      HUGS

  • jan farnworth says:

    i love to see what you draw and i love when an artist not only shows the finished product but allows use to see the whole process. You might start out with one thing and over time it becomes a whole other thing. i like how your stepping and owing your space. We your loyal followers won;t stand for our artists to be bullied offering up your opinion is one thing being snarky and mean about it is a whole other thing. Keep on drawing and keep on keeping on. You go girl.

    • Kristy says:

      Thanks tons Jan! Nice to know there are people in my corner! HUGS!

  • Danni says:

    I love the new banner! You are just so talented! and as I’m learning too..it’s your blog so you do what you want with it! You’ll always have the nay-sayers and the frumpy grumpy gus’ but you’ll also have lots of happy people who adore you for you-no matter what!
    Be happy and enjoy the changes in your life! 🙂

    • Kristy says:

      Thanks Danni! That’s what I had to realize, and the PI girls made it dawn on me. It was a light bulb too lol. I know you can do it too! HUGS!

  • Annette A. says:

    I think you are awesome…get out there and show your stuff girl. I love the new blog look… You are inspiring to me…thanks 🙂

    • Kristy says:

      That means a ton coming from you Annette! HUGS!

  • Leanne says:

    I think it’s totally fabulous! I love ur new look and your chibi to match!! Especially the hair. It’s true this is YOUR place to share your ideas, dreams and such with us. We are only so lucky to be able to enjoy it. You can’t please everyone, but as long as you’re enjoying yourself that’s all that matters. You’re doing a fantastik job! 🙂

    • Kristy says:

      Thanks Leanne! I appreciate your kind words 🙂

  • Eline Jansens says:

    Go Go Go!!

    Great new ideas! and great hairstyle also (I used to have the same but without the blue =D)

    I’ll be checking in regularly =)

    • Kristy says:

      Did you love it too Eline? (the hair style) I’m having fun with it!

      HUGS! and thanks for checking in! 🙂

      • Eline Jansens says:

        Yesss! I had it last july / August and it totally got me into the summer mood =)

  • Lou Mac says:

    You know what?! You’re SO right. This is your blog, your place to let it all out, and regardless of the flak you may receive off some people for you not doing what THEY want, YOU STILL HAVE ALL YOUR WORSHIPPERS!! One of them.. RIGHT here!! Your work, your attitude towards life and work, and your general awesomeness make this one of my fave blogs to visit!!

    Seriously girl, more of the stuff you’re already doing plus more is NO bad thing in my book!! Love you, and LOVE that freakin’ HAIR!!

    Mwah. xo

    • Kristy says:

      Worshipers wasn’t the first thought in my head lmao! But I really appreciate the boost of confidence the term gives! :DD BIG HUGS Lou!

  • sammi says:

    I have not been here for ages… but I am taking time off to visit.lol!! LOVe the new header and love the changes!! Good on you! It is your blog and you rock it girl!! 😀
    PS.. love all your sketches.. it’s fun to see them! Sorry I know I’ve given you grief before about an image not making it to a stamp.. it was mostly just teasing xxx
    Sammi 🙂

    • Kristy says:

      The difference is, I *know* when you’re teasing lol 🙂 The emails I’ve gotten were definitely not teasing :3 I love hearing that people think it would make a good stamp or idea for one but its when it goes past that and heads into the “why isn’t this a stamp yet?” That’s the bummer. HUGS and I’m glad you took time off for a visit!

  • kate says:

    Kristy I think you are fabulous blog or no blog. Your posts are always interesting to read and your images are always fun to look at 🙂 you are who you are 🙂

    • Kristy says:

      Thanks Kate! HUGS girl and right back atchya!

      • kate says:

        *squish*

  • Jess D says:

    The new blog header is fab! I love popping by your blog to see whats happening in your world! Like everyone has said, it’s your little piece of blog real estate, do what you like 🙂

  • Michelle Hernandez says:

    LOVE the header! LOVE the absolutely FABULOUS digi you- so smart and COOL looking. You’ll do great- more sketches, more talk more YOU- it’s gonna be GREAT!

  • Judy B says:

    This is YOUR blog. I love it and I am a follower because I think you are an amazingly talented artist and business woman. You motivate and inspire me….and I love getting peeks at your sketches, even if they just stay sketches.
    Love the new header and your sassy hair too. 🙂

  • Ashley N Newell says:

    Whatever you put up, I’ll read. 🙂 I think you’re interesting and talented, that’s why I follow your blog not for specific posts/tutorials/whatnot. Put up whatever you like. I love the new banner. One of these days I’ll save up for a SOG avatar of myself. 😀

  • Arabella says:

    Oooh I love your new Avatar Kristy! What a fab haircut and stunning colouring! I agree with the others… it’s totally your blog to publish whatever you want!

    This is going to be a stupid question I know, but can I follow your blog and have it show in my Google Reader?

    Arabella

    • Kristy says:

      totally not a stupid question! If you click the RSS feed button up in my socialize section (its the last one) you’ll get go to the feed. Copy the URL and go to your reader and use that with the Subscribe button. 🙂 I explained it just in case you need the info for any other place but ther feed URL is http://www.theoddgirl.com/feed/

      Thanks Arabella HUGS!

  • Arabella says:

    Ah hah! That worked perfectly! Thanks so much for telling me how!

    Arabella

  • Ingrid says:

    You go girl!
    Hugs Ing

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