To so many of you Simple Stories has come to mean quick, easy and beautiful scrapbooking and after a very successful first year in the wholesale scrapbook industry we’re ready to take it to a whole new level! We have BIG plans for 2012 and this post is loaded with exciting news and a cool little sneak of what we have in store...
Welcome to the fresh new face of Simple Stories!
We're thrilled to finally be able to unveil our brand new logo and fresh look for Simple Stories! Our new logo is simple and fun just like our scrapbook products - hopefully you love it as much as we do! It's been something we've been working on behind the scene for a while and it's so great to finally be able to unveil our new look! This is just the beginning...soon you'll see our new logo on our product packaging, advertising, social media, etc. and we're excited to announce that we're also working on our brand new website that will launch this spring! In the meantime we've made over our current website to reflect our fresh new face (please excuse our dust while we're still putting the final touches on our blog makeover)...and we can't wait to unveil our new look at the upcoming 2012 Winter CHA show!
Are you the next member of our 2012 Design Team?
We told you we had exciting news...right! We're thrilled to announce our first-ever open design team call and we're searching for new team members to add to our 2012 Design Team - could it be YOU?
Do you love to scrapbook? Are you excited about new products, new releases and a whole new way to document your memories? Are you passionate about Simple Stories products and love inspiring others to share their story? Are you enthusiastic, creative, positive, friendly and love working on a team?
Whether you're an undiscovered talent wanting to show off your creativity to the scrapbook world or an experienced fan favorite with your own unique style - Simple Stories wants to hear from you! If you are interested in joining us for an exciting, fast paced and rewarding year of scrapbooking, designing and inspiration please download the design team application below. We’re looking forward to hearing from you! Deadline for design team submissions is February 24, 2012 and we'll announce the new design team members March 2, 2012!
Good Luck - we can't wait to see your submission!
Simple Stories 2012 Design Team Application
Facebook Fan Blog Hop - Friday, January 20
Everyday we see some amazing projects that are posted to our Simple Stories Facebook fan page. We LOVE seeing creations from our fans and customers and are inspiried on a daily basis from what you create with our products. Our wonderful design team member, Liz Qualman, came up with the fun idea of having a Facebook Fan Blog Hop to give some recognition to our fans ideas that they share with us everyday! At the first of January we made the announcement on our Facebook fan page and the first 7 fans to reply to our comment were invited to participate in today's blog hop!! We are excited to have you come along with us and visit our design team blogs, as well as a few of our Facebook fans blogs. Make sure to leave a comment on every blog you visit, including our Simple Stories blog, for a chance to win your favorite Simple Stories Collection kit! We think this is such a fun idea that you will most likely see us do this again....a HUGE thank you to our Facebook fans and design team members who are participating in today's blog hop!
The first stop on our blog hop is to our Facebook fan:
Martha Saenz - welcometomarthaworld.blogspot.com
Be sure to hop to Martha's blog to see her creations and don't forget to visit all of the participants blogs for your chance to win!
CHA Reveal Week: January 23 - January 26
You’re just dying to know aren’t you?? And we're so excited to share our newest collections and amazing new ideas with you! Join us here on our blog January 23 - January 26 for a full reveal of our new Winter/Spring 2012 collections! Be sure to check back each day of the week for a new peek at one of our releases...and we couldn't leave you without a fun teaser that gives a you a little taste of what's to come next week! We can't wait to introduce a whole new chapter to documenting your memories....
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I can not wait to see all the new items.:)
Posted by: Terri Colfer | January 20, 2012 at 05:41 AM
Oh my goodness, I'm so excited about all that's happening with Simple Stories! I've been a fan from the very beginning! I love the new look of the blog, the DT call is certainly enticing, and how fun to see "the next chapter"!! I can't WAIT for sneaks to start next week! :D
Posted by: Deanna M | January 20, 2012 at 05:48 AM
I can't wait to see what is in store for us!!
Posted by: Pamala Stafford | January 20, 2012 at 05:55 AM
I love sneak peeks. And new products!
Eveline.
Posted by: Eveline van Heijst | January 20, 2012 at 05:56 AM
I can't wait to see the new products!!!! I am excited about "the next chapter". Can't wait to see the blog hop. What a fun idea!!!
Posted by: Marcia Dehn-Nix | January 20, 2012 at 06:00 AM
Ooh an album, how exciting. Love simple stories products!
Posted by: Dawn Cheshire | January 20, 2012 at 06:01 AM
I'm SO excited! I can't wait to see the full reveal of the latest and greatest from Simple Stories!
Posted by: Munyee | January 20, 2012 at 06:21 AM
I cannot wait to see the new goodies showcasing next week! Love Simple Stories!
Posted by: Cindy Pittman | January 20, 2012 at 06:22 AM
Well, I came here first and last on the blog hop and can I just say that I have to go make something NOW!!! :) So much good inspiration and great project ideas. I LOVE Simple Stories - thanks for such a fabulous product that I adore!
Posted by: Martha S. | January 20, 2012 at 06:35 AM
woohoo! DESIGN TEAM CALL! I am SO excited! I have fallen in love at first sight with Simple Stories and i DREAM of being on the DT someday... so perhaps this is my chance! Also, i have to say... wonderful blog hop! It was such a great idea to give the chance to be featured to some of your Facebook Fans. Thank you so much for the great products, the great projects and all the inspiration!!! :)
Posted by: Nicole Doiron | January 20, 2012 at 06:54 AM
So much exciting news!! Heading off to the hop!
Posted by: kathy skou | January 20, 2012 at 07:01 AM
What a great blog hop! I can't wait to see what is in store for us Simple Stories fans in 2012! Thank you for the great inspiration this morning - off to scrap! :)
Posted by: Linda Auclair | January 20, 2012 at 07:25 AM
Don't get me wrong...I love new things BUT the reason we love you is that you are different...so PLEASE do not change your products too much.
I love your blog too and your tips and projects.
Posted by: MaryAnn N | January 20, 2012 at 07:36 AM
Awesome blog hog!! Loving all the inspiration!
Posted by: Valerie Bishop | January 20, 2012 at 07:39 AM
Love your products. Doing Project Life with your products.
Posted by: Judy Ray | January 20, 2012 at 07:44 AM
This looks like a exciting SS fun time.
Posted by: Heidi Mireles | January 20, 2012 at 07:45 AM
That IS big news! I love Simple Stories!!
Posted by: Michelle P | January 20, 2012 at 07:45 AM
Wow, It looks amazing. I can hardly wait to see more.
Posted by: Julie Shearer | January 20, 2012 at 07:48 AM
I've been a fan from the start and it's so exciting to see you grow and change. Love the album and can't wait to see all the other exciting new must have's. Good luck to everyone who enters for a chance at the design team. Off to blog hop.
Posted by: Jen | January 20, 2012 at 07:56 AM
So excited of the Design Team call!!! I recently fell in love with the product and your great team in Utah at the Retreat!!! Wow, I was blown away at the super awesome talent that your design team has! I also made many friends at this retreat. The product is to die for and the "Simple" aspect of it all is very exciting. Good Times ahead:)
Posted by: Mandee Gillen | January 20, 2012 at 08:02 AM
I "HEART" Simple Stories! LOVE creating and teaching with all of your collections!
Posted by: Sherri Caramico | January 20, 2012 at 08:04 AM
Oh Em Gee... I am loving the Design Team call, and WOW, loving the album, etc. on the bottom of your post. It, in and of itself, is such an inspiration!
Posted by: Chris | January 20, 2012 at 08:05 AM
Can't wait to see the reveal...and a design team call!! Wow! I hope I get the nerve to apply! Off to check out the hop!
Posted by: Amanda J | January 20, 2012 at 08:07 AM
Love sneak peaks. Off to hop...
Posted by: Lisa P | January 20, 2012 at 08:10 AM
Looks like you are planning an 8x8 size line of products!?! If so, I'm super excited since I LOVE to do gift books in this size.
Posted by: Lisa | January 20, 2012 at 08:11 AM
What a fun blog hop, tons of inspiration! Great job, everyone!! And awesome news about a DT call!! :)
Posted by: Chelsea Miller | January 20, 2012 at 08:12 AM
I don't mind teasers! I love surprises. But am having a seriously hard time waiting to see the new SS stuff you have for us! Sooooooo excited!!!
Posted by: Lucie Hale | January 20, 2012 at 08:16 AM
Great stuff, love the changes! Can't wait to see the new stuff!
Posted by: KellyG | January 20, 2012 at 08:19 AM
Lovin' the sneaks so far, and can't wait to see the full lines! What a great blog hop and such wonderful projects and layouts from the ladies! Keep up the great work ladies!!
Posted by: Barbara | January 20, 2012 at 08:21 AM
Wow,such exciting news! I hope to get good enough for a Design team one day. I need to step it up. Off to hop :)
Tanya
Posted by: Tanya Phenis | January 20, 2012 at 08:28 AM
GASP! I love SImple Stories. Hmmm, should I submit, or should I not?
Posted by: Sandy Liles | January 20, 2012 at 08:29 AM
the bloghop is such a great idea!
Posted by: kristy c. | January 20, 2012 at 08:30 AM
just stopped by kims blog!
Posted by: kristy c. | January 20, 2012 at 08:36 AM
just was at amandas blog!
Posted by: kristy c. | January 20, 2012 at 08:36 AM
popped in at marthas blog!
Posted by: kristy c. | January 20, 2012 at 08:37 AM
just popped in at cindys blog!
Posted by: kristy c. | January 20, 2012 at 08:42 AM
just stopped by emilys blog!
Posted by: kristy c. | January 20, 2012 at 08:45 AM
Really looking forward to seeing the new stuff! (Even though the stuff I have on order isn't even here yet!). Waiting.....
Posted by: Ellen Mancuso | January 20, 2012 at 08:51 AM
love simple stories!
Posted by: latoya | January 20, 2012 at 08:52 AM
Super exciting stuff going on! I can't wait for next week and the big reveals!
Posted by: Amy K | January 20, 2012 at 08:58 AM
Having a great time on the HOP!! Thank you!!!
Posted by: Gail C | January 20, 2012 at 09:17 AM
Visited all the sites and left LOTS of love- thank you for a very inspiring afternoon :)
Posted by: Gail C | January 20, 2012 at 09:18 AM
This is such a wonderful news!!! So inspiring!
Posted by: Vicka M | January 20, 2012 at 09:19 AM
all I want to say is Love It!
Posted by: lana day | January 20, 2012 at 09:25 AM
More sneaks!!!
I had a great time hopping. Thanks!
Posted by: Miriam Prantner | January 20, 2012 at 09:33 AM
I look forward to the sneak peaks and am enjoying the blog hop!
Posted by: Rebecca | January 20, 2012 at 09:39 AM
This looks great! Can't wait for next week.
Posted by: LISA NELMS | January 20, 2012 at 09:55 AM
I love your products and curious if you are only looking for scrapbookers? I ask as I'm a huge fan of your products and I am a scrapbooker, but I love your products for my cards as well.
Thanks!
Posted by: Kim Howard | January 20, 2012 at 10:01 AM
I cant wait to see what you guys have in store and I'm soooo excited to hear about the design team call! I am dying for a chance to be a part of the magic!
Posted by: Erika B | January 20, 2012 at 10:03 AM
Great Idea for a blog hop, can't wait to start.
Posted by: Laura | January 20, 2012 at 10:13 AM
You have made my day! Please hurry! My sons are getting married and they asked for albums to be put out at the reception table for friends and family to "relive" their journeys to their special day!
Posted by: Mindy | January 20, 2012 at 10:21 AM
I can't wait to see the new lines from simple stories...
off to check out the blog hop!
Posted by: Andrea A | January 20, 2012 at 10:28 AM
I am dying to see this years designs revealed. Yearography knocked.me.out!
Posted by: Mary | January 20, 2012 at 10:28 AM
This is exciting news! I can't wait to see everyone's creations!
Posted by: nitasha | January 20, 2012 at 10:30 AM
We'd love to see your cards! We're looking for paper crafters of all specialties (cards, altered art, layouts, etc.)...so definitely get your application in!
Amber :)
Posted by: Amber | January 20, 2012 at 10:34 AM
Woohoo, love the sneak, and the big announcement! I love Simple Stories!
Posted by: Amy Coose | January 20, 2012 at 10:35 AM
I can't wait to see that mini albun... I really need one. And I'm jumping into this Blog Hop.
Posted by: Daniella | January 20, 2012 at 10:50 AM
Wow...lots of excitement going on and I can't wait to see what you have coming out!!
Posted by: Tara O'Rourke | January 20, 2012 at 11:13 AM
I found my answer in the application, sorry-should have looked at that first.
The blog hop was a blast, great to see such an array of how the products are used. Everyone did a great job on that!
Posted by: Kim Howard | January 20, 2012 at 11:14 AM
I never say this on a Friday but I wish it was Monday!!
Posted by: Deb Routledge | January 20, 2012 at 11:45 AM
Great new look! Looking forward to the bloghop to pick up some inspiration along the way!
Posted by: Geri | January 20, 2012 at 11:51 AM
I can't wait!!
Posted by: Kim Boken | January 20, 2012 at 11:51 AM
I can't even begin to tell you how excited I am to see your design team call. And I also can't wait to see your reveal next week! :)
Posted by: Jill Cornell | January 20, 2012 at 11:52 AM
Super fun hop! Love that you included some fans. That's really cool.
Posted by: Ange | January 20, 2012 at 12:06 PM
totally awesome!love the pretty layouts and the easy pages!
Posted by: rosa m. neno | January 20, 2012 at 12:16 PM
Loved seeing all the great projects on the blog hop.
Posted by: Linh Chin-Lai | January 20, 2012 at 12:27 PM
Love all the ideas for layouts and project throughout the hop!
Posted by: Mary Kay Audd | January 20, 2012 at 12:32 PM
this is such a great news!! the new logo is brilliant. I love blog hops... it's fun!! Off to the hop... :)
Posted by: claudia baars | January 20, 2012 at 12:35 PM
this is so exciting heading off to do the hop thanks
Posted by: Debbie E | January 20, 2012 at 12:41 PM
Yours will be one of the first booths I hit at CHA. We always love talking with Kevin! Can't wait to see what's new (I sure hope that small album is one of the things)!
Posted by: Debby | January 20, 2012 at 01:15 PM
i finished the hop and i so much enjoyed all the projects. came away with so many ideas thanks for the lovely time
Posted by: Debbie E | January 20, 2012 at 01:22 PM
I love Simple Stories! I cant wait to add the new products to my collection!
Posted by: lea-maria | January 20, 2012 at 01:42 PM
Keep bringing us great products and amazing designs. I am in total love with your company. I am haeding to the hop.
Posted by: marguerite garcia | January 20, 2012 at 01:48 PM
Thank you for such a great blog hop! Excited to see what's in store for next week :)
Posted by: Leisa W | January 20, 2012 at 01:54 PM
Can't wait to see more! Great company and products, would be a great opportunity to try out.
Posted by: Patricia Roebuck | January 20, 2012 at 01:57 PM
I can't wait to see the new Simple Stories lines!....very exciting.
Posted by: Margaret Dougherty | January 20, 2012 at 02:04 PM
Love your designs...off to check out the hop
Posted by: Teresa | January 20, 2012 at 03:02 PM
Great hop, thanks!
I could not leave a comment on Cindy or Wendy's blog, though I tried many times.
Carol B
ciaoitalia2007(at)gmail(dot)com
Posted by: Carol B | January 20, 2012 at 03:04 PM
This is so much fun! All the inspiration is amazing! I'm so excited to hop!
Posted by: Lynn Shokoples | January 20, 2012 at 04:04 PM
This was a truly inspiring blog hop. All these creators are SO talented, and of course your products are SO inspiring! I am upset though because no matter how hard I tried, I could not post comments for either Cindy Pittman (I absolutely LOVED the book she made for her boy - I have 2 - and her project really inspired me!) nor Wendy Morris (what a unique card idea!) Is there any way you can credit them with my comments here? I would hate for them to miss out because I couldn't leave my "LOVE!" Thanks for the fun and hope you do it again soon!
Posted by: Michelle Moore | January 20, 2012 at 04:08 PM
the new site looks great! can't wait for all the new releases. off to hop the blogs!!
Posted by: christine | January 20, 2012 at 04:18 PM
I love what everyone did! What a fun blog hop!! I would really love to win some Simple Stories!!
**Just an FYI I could not post on Wendy Morris or Cindy Pittman's pages. For some wierd reason the comment part was acting all wonky on theirs. Kept retrying with no luck.
Posted by: Laura Lien | January 20, 2012 at 04:30 PM
Love, love, love Simple Stories! Anxious for the new reveal. Keep it coming!
Posted by: Teresa Blue | January 20, 2012 at 04:33 PM
I've been checking out the products and they look great! As for the DT, hey, my application is ALREADY in the mail! Love Penny scrap-aholic@blogspot.com
Posted by: Penny Arnold | January 20, 2012 at 04:51 PM
just finished hopping to all the blogs, but couldn't give love at scrapixie and wendy morris (i already knew her blog and just love her work). anybody else having trouble? oh wait, i just read back a few posts, other people having trouble too. well, i love the simple stories creations they both made too!! thanks for the hop, it was very inspiring . . going to the studio now!!!
Posted by: christine | January 20, 2012 at 05:01 PM
Such a fun hop!! Lovely creations! Congrats on a successful first year!!
Posted by: Shannon Blinn | January 20, 2012 at 05:09 PM
I'm so excited to go see all the blogs on your HOP! I'm new to Simple Stories and wish I could orer one of everything - I love it all!!!
Posted by: Karen Moore | January 20, 2012 at 05:27 PM
What great news! Love everything from Simple Stories! Very excited for the blog hop!
Posted by: Rosana | January 20, 2012 at 05:43 PM
Wow--some amazing work! I wasn't able to leave comments on some of the blogs--they would freeze up...but I did enjoy seeing everything! I have bought something from just about every line so far---I can't wait to see what is in store for us this year!
Posted by: KimR | January 20, 2012 at 06:40 PM
Can't wait to see all the fun projects!
Posted by: Ruth G | January 20, 2012 at 06:57 PM
So much exciting news!! I'm off to hop. :)
Posted by: Janet Zeppa | January 20, 2012 at 07:00 PM
oooooohhhhhhh can't wait to get my hands on this line!!! :-)
Posted by: Michelle | January 20, 2012 at 07:31 PM
really great stuff, I am a big fan!
Posted by: Kim T. | January 20, 2012 at 09:10 PM
Can't wait to see the newest Simple Stories products! Off to hop! :)
Posted by: Cynthia B. | January 20, 2012 at 09:50 PM
Excited to see what is in store. I want to begin using Simple Stories to catch up on my scrapbooking.
Posted by: Alma Dirpaul | January 20, 2012 at 10:36 PM
I am loving the blog hop, thanks for doing it with fans of simple stories, so good to see fresh takes on a product line. I am counting down the days until I can see the releases.
Posted by: Ruth in OZ | January 20, 2012 at 10:51 PM
Can't wait to see the all the sneak peeks starting on Monday! Excited about the design team call too. =)
Posted by: Donna Jannuzzi | January 20, 2012 at 11:53 PM
I am super excited to see the new products. I just recently discovered Simple Stores and Love you. How fun for the super creative Facebook fans to participate in this hop. Congrats to you!
Posted by: Carol Douglass | January 21, 2012 at 12:00 AM
I love simple stories and the finished look in little time. Thanks for creating great products.
Posted by: Penny Pudge | January 21, 2012 at 06:21 AM
I LOVE Simple Stories!!! Am soooooo excited to see your new products!!! :) Thank you for making such fun products to help us busy women get more done!!!
Posted by: Nicole Haltiner | January 21, 2012 at 06:30 AM