If you’re viewing me in a reader, then **CLICK OUT!!!!**
Why for? Because today is sort of a giant nerdgasm for me: New layout, new store and a giveaway! My beloved Lamidge.com is revamped!!! I’ve got a brand new layout that I hope you all really like (I kind of love it, it makes me wanna hug it). I’ve made a few tweaks here and there, such as:
◊ Updates to my “About” page
◊ Updates to the “Moos and Mews” page
◊ Updates (continuing) to my “Blogroll” page
◊ NEW easy “Contact” form
◊ Easy subscription via email in the sidebar
◊ NEW monthly blog-swap feature “The Monthly Push”
◊ NEW section for Bloggy Freebies & Tutorials (empty but not for long!)
Other big deals for me this morning? I’ve launched my ETSY STORE (like everyone & their mom)!!! 
My store is meant to simply be a wonderful creative outlet on the side, so I aim to keep prices LOW. I appreciate your guys’ support so far and I hope you find something you like — and if you’re like Mandy and find something almost your style, toss me a custom request via Etsy’s Alchemy feature! Another perk to it being a hobby is I am able to donate 5% of all my profits to an animal welfare charity — so you can feel good while shopping! Each gift comes wrapped in eco-friendly boxes and is super adorable, promise! I plan to add more items up throughout the month, including some holiday cards, more cast iron and an additional jewelry line soon — so please check back often!
LAST but not least is my second ever GIIIIIVEAWAY!!! In honor of both my “handmade” layout & my “handmade” store, I’m giving away the below necklace (gift-wrapped) and some freshly baked pudding cookies made by yours truly!
The giveaway begins today and closes on December 1st — winner to be announced December 4th! Here’s how to enter:
◊ 1 entry for replying below
◊ 2 additional entries for tweeting to my site (please link to tweet in comments)
◊ 3 additional entries for posting about it on your blog (please link to post in comments)
Please be sure to enter your correct email address when commenting so that I can contact you if you win — and feel free to leave your favorite flavor for pudding cookies (ie white chocolate, milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or a combo!) Happy contesting!!
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I’m not a squee-er, but… squeeee! I LOVE the new layout, & your shop is divine. <3
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Brittney Reply:
November 20th, 2010 at 3:27 pm
You’re far too flattering (keep it up.. its why I love you)
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The new layout is so beautiful! And as I’ve already said on FB, love the store.
I don’t have an Etsy account yet but I may just have to make one to order from your store.
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Brittney Reply:
November 22nd, 2010 at 8:03 pm
You are too cute! I’m hoping to add more this weeeeeeeeekend so check back!
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Oh I get all excited when you link to me. It makes me feel special (and not in the way Jason usually uses it!).
As you are well aware, I LOVE the site layout. And now I’m off to explore all the other updates.
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Thanks for giving me something to blog about tonight.
Check It!
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LOVE the layout!
I’d love to tell you what flavor pudding cookies I like, but… yeah, I’ve never actually HAD pudding cookies. Sounds like I’m seriously missing out though!
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Brittney Reply:
November 25th, 2010 at 12:42 pm
LOL I think the name is seriously misleading — there’s pudding in them to keep them moist, but not as like a pudding center… I should probably rename them?
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Kaci Johanna Reply:
November 29th, 2010 at 9:32 pm
I actually knew what you meant – didn’t really envision a pudding center, I had just forgotten “pudding cookies” existed! Don’t rename them, it’s a good conversation starter, no?
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I tweeted: http://twitter.com/#!/kacijohanna/status/6424402660950017
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Wow, you have so much going on and it’s all so fun and exciting!
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Oh, and I tweeted but I don’t know how to get a direct link! Also, I’m too lazy to figure it out right now.
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WOW, your new layout looks fantastic!!
And everything in your store is beautiful. My fav. would be milk or dark 
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Brittney Reply:
November 22nd, 2010 at 8:03 pm
LOL oh blonde. I was like milk or dark… jewelry? Sigh. I’m le slow.
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oh hey there, cuteness! LOVE the new background & layout *runs off to click on everything*
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I love your new layout and everything in your shop – very pretty!! Pudding cookies? I would not be picky – they all sound amazing!
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I love your Etsy shop! You have some pretty creations! And I absolutely LOVE your new layout. It’s perfect!
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Hey, my birthday is December 1st.
I’m excited about your shop, and the new layout! I love Etsy, and I’m browsing my favorite shops for Christmas gift ideas, so I’m adding yours to the list.
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LOVE everything!! Your redesigned site rocks my socks off!
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Love the new layout it’s darlin’! Also the stuff in your etsy shop is adorable too.
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Brittney Reply:
November 25th, 2010 at 12:41 pm
AWWWW thank you!!!
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Hi,
I’m new here but I find your blog beautiful, and your jewelery is very creative! I’d love to win this item, it’s so symbolic in some way<3
Kind wishes from Sweden,
Antonia
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Brittney Reply:
November 25th, 2010 at 12:41 pm
Omgosh! You’re so sweet! Thanks for entering and for swinging by with all the kind words! <3
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Awesome!! I love your new layout & shop! All too cute. This reminds me I need to update my blogroll and other things on my blog.
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Yay for new layout! You know I already love it.
Also – love the etsy store, gotta get off my ass and order something already!
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Ahhh this makes me SQUEE too, considering I am all about the blog and etsy love. Everything is gorgeous, and I will definitely be stopping by soon. Oh yes, and I’m tweeting about this too! @ErinMakesItWork
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Is it too late to enter? I love your new layout and store. It’s so adorable!
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I know I’m late, but Brittney, this redesign is GORGEOUS!! I love it. Definitely my fave incarnation of your website so far.
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