I love my new logo…I am so proud to have something other than my pitiful attempt as the crown for my site! I want to tell you how this logo became reality as I really feel very strongly about the means in which I was able to obtain this excellent work for my site.
I got it for FREE–well sorta…I am using the barter system. No money will exchange hands, yet both individuals will benefit. Through an email exchange on another topic, I learned that one of my readers was a graphic designer. I asked Kerry if she was interested in side work–she agreed to do my logo and offered to accept coupons as a means of barter or trade. Being frugal minded and all–I was absolutely thrilled!
Kerry and her sister have a super site Digital Scraps Etc on Etsy and you can see more of Kerry’s work in that site’s logo. After seeing her work –I knew that I would get something great. I really gave Kerry no instruction beyond a color and a few thoughts. I was blown away by what she sent me–not only was it fantastic…she had it to me in within hours! Now–it is my turn to “work” for Kerry via one of my specialties–coupons!
Everyone has a talent or something that makes them special. You can be an expert at organization, have superb sewing skills, be a fantastic cook, a wonderful graphic designer or even be a super coupon collector 🙂 I bet if everyone thought about it –they could list several potential skills that could be useful to someone else. I think the hardest part is finding that person in need of your special talent! Next time you are looking for a service or an item–keep the barter system in mind as it may make for a great opportunity!
Let me know what you think of the new look!
Hi Michelle.
This is Kelley, Kerry’s sister. Thank you so much for the great review. I love the logo too that Kerry made, its perfect for your site! Looks like you have a great blog here. I’ve just started a blog for our shop: http://digitalscrapsetc.blogspot.com/
I have 2 boys as well. My oldest is a senior in high school and my youngest is in 8th grade which means I have more time now to pursue this venture with Kerry. Thanks again and best wishes,
Kelley
Love it! And I love your site — so grateful that I found it. Please keep it up.
I just found your blog from a link on the bottom of the post from Publix coupon matchups. I LOVE your logo and LOVE your blog !!
Thanks so much for everything that you do !!