Let's explain, shall we?
When I started The Scrap Review I was searching to make a site where you got real reviews that were never altered by selling ad space. I knew it would be a lot of work, but felt that the Scrapping world needed it. Other craft review sites not only sell ad space, but they also send out letters to manufacturers promising to not "air their dirty laundry" if they agree to donate product and creates a bias, therefore compromising the integrity of the review. This is completely the opposite of what we are trying to achieve with this site.
And the site runs for free right? Wrong. LOL!
That's what I thought too, but I quickly learned (and so did my credit card) that this site cannot run for free and remain all that it is.
But just what are the costs involved?
- domain names registration.
- prize packs to mail.
- galleries needed upgrading to a PRO account for the blinkies to work.
- newsletter account upgrades for exceeding the free limit of subscribers.
- postage to mail review materials to team members.
...and it goes on from there.
So what to do? Me and Ashley thought about this long and hard and set up what we hope is a win/win for both our team and our readers. So this coming June 1st starts a week long ...
TSR SUPER-RAFFLE!
Woo Hoo! We have been working around the clock to garner donations from some pretty amazing companies to give away to you...raffle style. And when I say prizes...I mean HUGE PRIZES! I am actually a bit envious that I can't enter! Most of the vendors involved have put together prize packs beyond $100 in value and there will be multiple raffles each and every day.
Check back here on Friday, May 29th for details on how the raffle is going to work and find out how YOU could win some fabulous prizes!
But for now, spread the word and display the blinkie.
We will be watching and surfing your blogs this week.
If we spot our raffle blinkie on your blog you could win a special door prize! Leave a comment here with the link to your blog.
Woot!
83 comments:
I've got the raffle blinkie on my blog!! http://azchristiscraps.blogspot.com/ cannot wait to see the goodness that comes from it!!!
I put the blinkie on my blog. Can't wait to check back on Friday. http://scrappyart-scrappyart.blogspot.com/
Here's my blog address where you'll find your blinkie: http://mom-e-memoirs.blogspot.com/
Love the idea to help sustain your blog without advertising. It's a big challenge for you!
Oh my... the suspense is killing me! I'll be back Friday, but in the mean time, the blinkie is on my blog:
www.CraftyPaperGirl.Blogspot.com
Added the blinkie to my blog!! http://justkeepscrappin.blogspot.com/
Sounds like fun! Great blog you have here!!!
I don't have a blog, but this info on costs was fascinating! I always wondered how this site worked. Keep up the good work and I hope your latest idea helps keep the site up and running! I'll check in as always. Thanks so much for being there!
This is too cool....can't wait!!
http://howitallhappens.blogspot.com/
Just posted your blinkie and here is a link to my blog, My {View}
http://myview-catherine.blogspot.com/
What a wonderful idea! Can't wait to see the fabulous prizes! Just posted the blinkie on my blog!
Well, that is an "easy" fix! Already have one of your blinkies and will be MORE THAN HAPPY to display the raffle one!! Going RIGHT NOW! Excited. Can't wait!!
Thats cool!!
Good luck with all the Blog hopping!!
Be blessed!
You can find your blinky @ mine;
http://flegmel.web-log.nl
I love all the giveaways and such, but I really wish you guys would do more reviews!
Getting my TSR blinkie on over at http://procrastinatingscrapper.blogspot.com/. Looking forward to the raffle - many thanks for the service you provide here at TSR!
thanks for working so hard on all this...it's going to be so exciting!
I am intrigued and look forward to seeing what you have in store.
How exciting - got the blinkie on my blog too.
http://vickiparker.wordpress.com/
Y'all are doing a great job!!Here is my blinkie: http://somethingfromcassie.blogspot.com/
The raffle blinkie is on my blog, www.scrapquilt.blogspot.com. Love what you are doing!
Leslie said...
I love all the giveaways and such, but I really wish you guys would do more reviews!..............................
We hear you Leslie! We had kind of a jumbled month in May and are scheduled to be back on track with more review in June.
Thanks for the feedback!
I have left the blinkie on my blog. Thanks for your fab blog. http://worldaccordingtosusan.blogspot.com/2009/05/scrap-review.html
can't wait :) sounds like it will b lots of fun
I've blogged (& twittered) - http://nightwolflayouts.wordpress.com/
thanks for the awesome site!!
I put the cute blinkie on my blog too! I love talking you guys up - for many reasons - but mainly because you "tell it like it is"!!
http://maria-cards.blogspot.com/2009/05/scrap-review.html
I've added the blinkie to my blog!!!
great idea!!!..I have you on my blog!! www.creativeliberties.blogspot.com
How wonderful! I love the Scrap Review, your info is so awsome and your hard work is so appreciated. I posted your blinkie on my blog at
www.scrapjournalofangelah.blogspot.com
Awesome!! I posted your blinkie on my blog at http://www.uslot-livinglife.blogspot.com
Thanks for running the competition - I love your site!
Blinkie is up and running!
www.tammy-blondey040300.blogspot.com
Awesome raffle :)
I've done a quick post and added the blinkie to the side bar.
And it would be helpful if I told you my blog addy http://jersey-scrapper.blogspot.com/
Well, of COURSE I'll put your raffle blinkie on my blog ... I'll add it next to the logo that is already there!!
kittymama.blogspot.com
I have it up on my blog! Thanks for the great work!
http://www.randomscraps.net
I have the blinkie up on my blog!
Here's the link: http://yyam.blogspot.com
I added the blinkie, now I need to update my blog.
http://kgscrapper.blogspot.com/
Everyone loves a raffle! I think it's a great idea! I added the blinkie to my blog here
sammiecoxbill.blogspot.com
I've added the blinkie to my blog
http://passion-scrapper.blogspot.com
I hope the raffle goes well for you!!
Here is mine!
http://jenniferalfonso.blogspot.com/
OK - I've been blinkified! You can see it here:
http://amodifiedexistence.blogspot.com/
I have to tell you, I check your site every morning. I look forward to what you have on there. I think you guys are doing a great job!!! Keep up the great work.
My blog is streuli.blogspot.com
I love your site and all the honest opinions about the best and latest scrapbooking products out there on the market.
I added the raffle blinkie too on my sidebar, along with the other Scrap Review blinkie!!
http://scrapyourlifeart.blogspot.com
So excited about what you all have in store for a raffle week!
Added the blinky:)
sounds like it is going to be a super fun raffle and what a great way to earn money for your site without losing the principles behind it!
I have your blinkie up and I am spreading the word!! http://scrapgrlz.typepad.com/
I put my blinkie up! I updated from the other one! :) hooray! :) Cant wait!
xo, Ash
I cant wait to see what comes out of this! Im posting the blinkie on my blog @ www.cupcakesforchloe.blogspot.com See yall on friday!
Here's the blinkie on my blog: http://grissomcamopage.blogspot.com/
I am Lovin The Scrap Review blog!!
I'm so glad I found this blog! You're awesome!
I added the blinkie:
http://kattscrapfever.blogspot.com/
Grabbed a blinkie! You ladies rock!
http://lifethejenway.blogspot.com
I don't have a blog but if you put one of those paypal donate thingies here I'd be glad to send a little to help the cause!
Mine's up.
http://cassie-d.blogspot.com/
I appreciate your service to the scrapping community! Your raffle blinkie is officially on my site. http://platoseizestheday.blogspot.com/
I just added your great site's blinkie to my blog!
http://scrapbookyourlegacy.blogspot.com/
Up here as well! http://laineysalteredego.typepad.com/weblog/
resomcrafts.blogspot.com
I've added the blinkie to my blog...love your reviews! Thank you!
http://jenscupofcreations.blogspot.com/
I've added the blinkie at lmessick.blogspot.com
Raffle blinkie has been added to my blog: http://retrojulie.blogspot.com/
A raffle! What an ingenius idea!
It's added! http://www.randomvintagefinds.blogspot.com/
Can't wait for it to start. So much fun!
I love the Scrap Review, I read it daily. You have guided me in the right direction numerous times (and saved me tons of money).
I've put the blinkie up on the sidebar of my blog! You can check it out here: http://raindropechodesigns.blogspot.com
I've got the raffle blinkie on my blog!!
http://www.rebeccaj72.blogspot.com/
Thank you...How Fun.....
Super excited!!
http://jillybeansrecipes.blogspot.com
Thanks for all the awesome stuff you guys post about...I have saved as much money as I have spent because I now know details about new and old stuff I didn't before... I love it!
Love your reviews!! Can't wait to hear more about the raffle!
http://teela1974.blogspot.com/
Love checking your place to see what reviews you have done.
http://masonmumblings@blogspot.com
I added it to my blog. :-)
gscrapbooks.blogspot.com
Can't wait till Friday!!!
Count me in!!!
www.lizandericoram.blogspot.com
WOW...here is my blog. I am afraid I am not great but really I try at blogging http://scrapmoosey.blogspot.com/
I'm proud to display your blinkie:
www.bhamsam.blogspot.com
Blinkie is happily counting down on my blog!
http://greenapplegirl.typepad.com
You can find your little blinkie donig it's thing right on the top of my sidebar! Great job you are doing & long may you be able to continue ;-D
I am a bit slow on linking the blinkie but I am sure excited to have you on my blog! Thanks for all the reviews, can't wait for the raffle!
Kim
http://kismetart.typepad.com/kismet_art/
This is fun! I added the blinkie to my blog!
http://www.justjingle.blogspot.com (or just click my name! :-))
I've added the blinkie ... http://www.mom2nick.typepad.com. I'm so excited!!!
I don't know how I missed this post earlier, but the blinkie is now on my blog!
http://lilnefie.blogspot.com/
Looking forward to the raffle...
put your blinkie up proudly!
http://positive-force.blogspot.com/
Blinkie is up! http://crazycatstamper.blogspot.com/
Sounds so exciting.. I put the blinkie on my blog.. http://azkisses73.blogspot.com/
Sounds fun!!! count me in!! =)
http://stitchesandothers.blogspot.com/
I added it to my blog. This sounds wonderful!
(My blog: http://brenda62052.blogspot.com/)
I've got ya linked and loaded onto my blog!!!
http://paperjunkielife.blogspot.com/
Blinkie's up! Hope you visit my blog. http://groundsscrapsoflife.blogspot.com/
BLINKIE ALERT!! Check me out!
Scrappinwithfriends.blogspot.com
I got a blinkie goin' on my blog!!!
alli all around
http://alliallaround.blogspot.com
I've had my blinkie up for quite a while!
http://crackerscraps.blogspot.com/
Just posted your blinkie! to my site! This is a great blog you have here!
http://thepaperhangout.blogspot.com/
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