tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12667359664733385002012-01-31T12:03:45.506-08:00Delightful DesignsCarla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.comBlogger281100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-82105474945705280922012-01-31T12:03:00.001-08:002012-01-31T12:03:45.517-08:00How To DownloadI have gotten many emails of those asking how to download these...hover over each page (each page is 2 cards), then right click and click on save image. Once it is saved into your computer, you can open up the file in your computer and print them. Others have just emailed me, and I have emailed them back the files directly.
tccgorecki@cox.net
Hope this helps!
Happy Valentine's Day!Carla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-36763385591563743202012-01-25T11:35:00.000-08:002012-01-25T11:35:15.061-08:00Free Valentine's Day Cards
Happy Valentine's Day!Carla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-5242881442402900432012-01-18T12:22:00.001-08:002012-01-19T14:55:51.175-08:00Wordless Wednesday But With WordsMy Photography hobby is blossoming into an actual business and I couldn't be more thrilled! I don't have a website yet, but I do have a photography blog that I am using as a substitute avenue for potential clients to see my photography work to this point...
Like I said in the post below this one, I did my first Newborn Photoshoot a few days ago, and I have two more scheduled in the coming weeksCarla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-48800505680489888112012-01-11T02:14:00.001-08:002012-01-11T03:36:04.974-08:00Fun and New!I now offer Blog Site Designs. Blog Sites are the perfect small business solution as it's an affordable alternative to a traditional website. Blog Site Packages include the following design elements:
1. A Custom-Designed Home Page with 2 or 3 "buttons" that link to each individual URL
{see below for an example of a home page}.
You can see what this looks like on a site by clicking here.2.Carla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-33482354923395904942011-12-29T17:19:00.000-08:002012-01-01T21:29:01.328-08:00Prints
These Pre-Made Prints are $15 and a Custom Design Print is $25.
You can purchase them directly from my Etsy Shop, by clicking here.Carla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-41686754783422118012011-12-29T14:29:00.000-08:002012-01-05T20:09:39.859-08:00Fun and New!I now design Blog Site Designs. Blog Sites are the perfect small business solution as it's an affordable alternative to a traditional website. Blog Site Packages include the following design elements:
1. A Custom-Designed Home Page with its own URL
{see below for an example of a home page}.
You can see what this looks like on a site by clicking here.
2. The design of two blogs, each withCarla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-8926912545012849012011-12-24T00:45:00.000-08:002012-01-18T23:55:11.232-08:00PrintsAll of my printable signs are now on sale on my new Etsy site for $15 each.
Custom designed prints are available for $20.
You can see my printable creations on this site by clicking here
or
You can view and purchase them directly at my Etsy Shop by clicking here.
I hope you will take the time to check it out and that you will love what you see!Carla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-77015512645472448012011-12-18T21:02:00.000-08:002011-12-29T20:47:21.106-08:00Custom Christmas Card DesignsCarla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-30493975930969041522011-11-15T00:26:00.000-08:002011-11-15T00:27:40.922-08:00All Things Christmas DesignNewly Installed Pre-Made and Custom Christmas Blog Designs:
See all my Pre-Made Christmas Designs, including the special offer that comes with each one here.
And check out the details on my Pre-Made and Custom Christmas Card Designs here.
Carla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-37288862222448672092011-11-11T22:20:00.000-08:002011-12-29T14:52:49.243-08:00Pre-Made Blog Designs$40.00 {with no supply fee}
1. A Pre-Made Header with your own picture(s) and blog title (a phrase or verse can also be added).2. A Choice of a matching background frame, or no background frame for a clean simple look3. A Custom Width (enlarging the width of the main post and sidebar areas) 4. A Third Column, if desired5. A Blog Button with an html code grab box
6. InstallationCarla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-76469614480506765062011-11-08T01:32:00.000-08:002011-12-05T12:49:58.731-08:00Christmas Card DesignsCustom Designs are $25.
Pre-Made Designs are $15 and you can choose from the following Pre-Made Cards
(see the bottom of this post for more details):
Chevron
White Christmas
For God So Loved
A Partridge in a Pear Tree
A Savior is Born
A Joyful Beachy Christmas
Holly Jolly Christmas
Simply Christmas in Aqua and Green
Simply Christmas in Red
Christmas Garland
A Banner Birdie Christmas
Carla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-8635370402301618382011-08-09T15:14:00.000-07:002011-08-09T15:14:46.514-07:00Why I Design Blogs
This is an update to why I design blogs since our life has changed somewhat since I started this site. You can see the original by clicking here.
I have a life-threatening, chronic disease and it prevents me from working outside my home. I also have two kids with the same chronic illness, though it is life-threatening for one (who is worse than I am) but not for the other (who is the most mildCarla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-47871939281977956832011-06-19T21:02:00.000-07:002011-06-19T21:11:21.247-07:00Terms of Design and Design Process1. Choose a package and pay in full.
2. No refunds are given but I will work with you to make sure you end up with a blog design that you absolutely love
3. Once I receive payment, I will email you a blog design questionnaire to fill out. Include as much detail as you can as it helps me know how to create a design that is just right for you.
4. After the questionnaire is completed, email Carla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-49082290749388645652011-06-19T20:39:00.000-07:002011-12-29T15:16:01.700-08:00Pre-Made Blog DesignsNew Pre-Made Blog Designs Are Coming Soon!Carla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-89014779285182839942011-06-17T10:46:00.001-07:002011-12-29T17:27:24.877-08:00Updated Waiting ListLaura S. {complete}
Jackie B. {complete}
Molly F.{complete}
Sweet Tee {complete}
Heather S{complete}
Lisa S. {complete}
Kim H. {in process}
Tanya B {complete}
Angela B. {complete}
Lindsey S. {complete}
Pam O. {complete}
Crystal V.(rush order) {complete}
Stacey D. {complete}
Angela B. {complete}
Tracy V. {complete}
Alex G. (custom signs) {complete}
Kara T. {complete}
Stacey D. (in process)
Carla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-14299769225031541542011-06-11T17:50:00.000-07:002011-06-11T17:52:52.497-07:00FYI'sHow do you like my new summer beachy look? We just got back from our first beach vacation of the summer and so I am officially in beach mode. It's our favorite place to spend our free time whether it is cold or hot, but summer is always the best time to be there!
Check out my new look on my personal blog as it has super cute pictures of my kiddos on our vacation in the design!__________________Carla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-69569900730313072812011-05-29T22:59:00.000-07:002011-12-29T14:53:21.581-08:00Etsy BannersEtsy Banners are $15 and come with a matching button. Carla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-16415541488971701892011-05-29T22:51:00.001-07:002011-06-17T10:45:38.803-07:00Waiting ListLaura S. {complete}
Jackie B. {complete}
Molly F.
Sweet Tee
Heather S.
Lisa S.
Carla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-15140883074437959432010-08-26T15:28:00.000-07:002010-08-26T16:30:29.706-07:00New Design EdgesSimple Scalloped EdgePolkadoted Scalloped Edge Fancy Scalloped EdgeLace Edge 1 Lace Eedge 2Straight Edge Without BorderStraight Edge With BorderCarla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-85083125344104007942010-08-17T23:00:00.000-07:002010-09-03T20:46:12.260-07:00F.A.Q.'sDo you design for Wordpress blogs?I can make and install headers and background frames for some Wordpress themes that allow custom headers and backgrounds, but most of my optional add-ons cannot be installed. As an additional option, I can make any add-on and any header/background for you and then send you the file so that you can install it yourself on your own Wordpress blog. There is no Carla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-57683263167858471952010-07-24T22:58:00.000-07:002012-01-02T18:49:16.377-08:00Design PackagesBasic Design Package
Cost: $50.00 {any supply fees are extra}
a custom graphic, photo, or scrapbook header with or without pictures
a coordinating background frame
a wider width
two or three columns
custom font for text writing
a blog button with an html code grab box
a signature
installation
Optimal Design Package
cost: $75.00 {any supply fees are extra}
a custom graphic, photo, or Carla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-21925027450130776452010-04-28T11:47:00.000-07:002011-08-04T10:10:08.179-07:00The Design Process1. You choose which package you want and you pay that amount into my paypal account.
2. You fill out a blog design questionnaire form that I email to you, and you email it back when you finish it.
3. I use the questionnaire information to help you find a digital kit that I will use to design your blog with (a digital kit is a collection of digital scrapbook papers and stickers, or graphic Carla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-80968165743349014172010-02-02T17:25:00.000-08:002011-08-28T12:56:01.054-07:00A La Carte ItemsThe A La Carte items on this list are for those who are not purchasing a makeover, but would like to add individual design elements to their existing blog design.
1. A Custom Header: $30 (for you to install yourself on an etsy site, or wordpress, etc.)
2. A Custom Signature: $10
3. A Fun Font For All Your Post and Sidebar Titles: $10
4. A Post Divider: $10
5. A Blog Button {with html code}: Carla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-68025598029216852972010-01-16T23:25:00.001-08:002010-07-19T21:44:32.369-07:00Why I Design BlogsI began designing blogs last year after a friend gave me a free blog makeover. She was gracious enough to teach me a few things and I discovered that I enjoyed creating new looks. I dove into google and used the different links I found to teach myself how to do everything that I now offer.If you've already read about me, you're already aware of my family's predicament due to our medical Carla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-8415670849298403902009-12-29T15:32:00.001-08:002011-12-29T17:36:19.456-08:00Get Started1. Contact me by email and I'll respond within one business day. (tccgorecki@cox.net)
2. Read my terms of design and design process post.
2. Choose which design package you want to purchase, and pay for it below in full.
Design Packages
Basic Package $50.00 USD Optimal Package $75.00 USD Premium Package $100.00 USD Extra $25.00 USD Rush Fee $100.00 USD
3. When I receive payment Carla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-9867580241293120702009-08-12T01:20:00.001-07:002010-07-24T23:15:09.578-07:00Reviews"Carla really listened to what I wanted and she was happy to provide several versions of my design before we came to the mutual conclusion that it looked great. She was very available by email and always had a refreshing, positive attitude. In just a week, Carla was able to turn my blog from boring and ordinary into something customized to better reflect me! I definitely recommend Masto Mama Carla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-45863019542936629432009-08-12T00:44:00.000-07:002011-10-28T23:00:14.887-07:00Meet the DesignerI'm a mom of two charming children and I'm the wife to the most amazing man. We have a big yellow dog who we just adore. We live by the ocean in California and spend as much time as possible at the beach.
I love Jesus.
He's my strength, my hope and my joy....I strive to please Him in all that I am and in everything I do.
I couldn't live without Him!
I'm a full time homeschooler and a former Carla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1266735966473338500.post-52570112390593485512009-08-10T12:49:00.000-07:002012-01-19T14:44:16.508-08:00Custom Blog DesignsCarla (Masto Mama)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10778253980228186373noreply@blogger.com1