New followers gadget!!

Linky tools followers gadget

Hi guys, I have some exciting news.  Remember when I told you that Google Friend Connect was going away??  Well there is a new followers gadget.  It is from the creator of linky tools. I knew there was a HUGE need for another followers gadget.  And I knew some smarty pants out there would come up with something.  Even if you have a blogger blog, I would HIGHLY recommend moving to linky followers.  Or at least adding it to your blog in addition to gfc.  The buzz around the water … [Read more...]

Fun Feature Friday 2/3

Totally tutorials tuesday link party

You guys are rocking my linky party world!!  And we are growing.  Thank you so so much!!  I know I say it all the time but you guys ROCK!! Ok enough gushing, here are some awesome tutorials: Slow Cooker Ravioli @ I should be Mopping the Floor Painting a faucet @ DIY kinda girl Sweater hats and more @ Crafting in the Rain Toddler Dino Hoodies @ vixen Made Valentines cake pop printable @ Between U & Me Cowboy Casserole @ From the Heart Free Graphics Wednesdays @ PJH … [Read more...]

The Best Yellow Cake recipe

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I am excited to Introduce a guest blogger today.  Lisa of  The Party Works.  She is here today to give you a yummy recipe.  Take it away Lisa!! The Best Yellow Cake Recipe Ever    The birthday cake is one of the most important parts of any birthday celebration. A store bought cake can be tasty and cute but every time I've ever had a store bought cake, it's been missing that little extra something. When I was a kid I used to beg my mom to make the yellow cake she bestowed upon … [Read more...]

Totally Tutorial Tuesdays 1/31

Totally tutorials tuesday link party

It's time for another linky party!!  But first things first, would you like to win a dream vacation to Aruba??  I know I would!!  The contest is ending soon so go enter quick.  Then come back here and party!! <center><a href="http://www.measuredbytheheart.com" target="_blank"><img alt="Totally Tutorials Tuesday" src="http://i446.photobucket.com/albums/qq188/cjdemille/Mylinkybutton.gif" /></a></center>  We are SO glad you are joining in on the … [Read more...]

Google Friend Connect is being discontinued

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Sad News everyone, Google Friend Connect {the followers gadget} is going away.   Google Friend Connect is the gadget on most blogs sidebars that allow you to follow that blog. It looks like this: Google is discontinuing Friend connect for all non blogger blogs.  This means anyone who has a blog not on blogger.  Like wordpress or type pad or any number of other blogging platforms will loose this gadget.  The rumor I have heard is that it will also be going away for blogger blogs in the … [Read more...]

Fun Feature Friday 1/27

Totally tutorials tuesday link party

Our little linky party is growing and I couldn't be happier!!  Thank you all for supporting us and helping get the word out.  You guys are the absolute best!! There were so so many great tutorials this week.  Here are just a few: Light bulb Chandelier @ The Thrillz of Hillz 100 days of School treats @ Randee's Organized Chaos Tullle Snowflake Wreath @ A fish who likes flowers Magnetic Jewelry Frame @ A couple of Craft Addicts Homeade Fabric Softener @ Pinterest … [Read more...]

Facebook Profile Picture Size

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<div align="center"><a href="http://www.measuredbytheheart.com/category/blogging-tutorials" title="New Year New blog @ Measured by the Heart" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1130.photobucket.com/albums/m522/measuredbytheheart/new-year-new-blog.gif" alt="New Year New blog @ Measured by the Heart" style="border:none;" /></a></div> Did you know that you don't have to have a small square profile pic on Facebook?  Did you know that Facebook gives you much more … [Read more...]

I’m a traveling mom blogger!!

Have you ever had something you wanted but thought you didn't get?  Have you ever decided you had to let it go because it wasn't going to happen and then surprise it did?  No, I'm not talking about our house even though this happened there too.  I am super excited to let you all know that I am now a blogger for Traveling Mom!!! Remember I told you I am passionate about travel??  Well it is SO true.  I wrote to the editor almost a year ago and presented my case.  She was nice but said … [Read more...]

How to add floating share this buttons to your blog

floating share this buttons

<div align="center"><a href="http://www.measuredbytheheart.com/category/blogging-tutorials" title="New Year New blog @ Measured by the Heart" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1130.photobucket.com/albums/m522/measuredbytheheart/new-year-new-blog.gif" alt="New Year New blog @ Measured by the Heart" style="border:none;" /></a></div> Have you seen those share this buttons that are floating around people's blogs?  Mine are on the left side as you read this.  If you … [Read more...]

How to make a blog button with a grab box

It's time for another New year, New Blog installment. <div align="center"><a href="http://www.measuredbytheheart.com/category/blogging-tutorials" title="New Year New blog @ Measured by the Heart" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1130.photobucket.com/albums/m522/measuredbytheheart/new-year-new-blog.gif" alt="New Year New blog @ Measured by the Heart" style="border:none;" /></a></div>  This time I am going to show you how to make a blog button with a grab … [Read more...]