turnaround design’s mission statement

January 4, 2010

One of my big goals this year is to create a better blog. More informative, more inspired, and more focused.
Enter Tara Gentile, editor of one of my favorite blogs, Scoutie Girl. Her new e-book, 52 Weeks of Blogging Your Passion was exactly what I needed to get a jump start on this 2010 goal. [...]

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happy new year!

January 1, 2010

Welcome to Turnaround Design Twenty-Ten
The excitement humming around 2010 is palpable everywhere! This momentum has inspired me to redesign my logo and rebrand Turnaround Design for the new decade.
Redesigning the logo was the easy part.
Rebranding and redefining my business were a little more difficult. What I’ve decided to focus on this year and beyond are  [...]

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my five most important business turns of 2009

December 30, 2009

Over the past year, I’ve learned much about marketing my graphic design and eco stationery business online. It was difficult, but I narrowed it down to what I think were My 5 Most Important Business Turns of 2009.

1. turned into a tweeter. I can honestly say that Twitter has changed not only my business, [...]

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free printable wine gift tags

December 16, 2009

Download this fun printable freebie wine bottle gift tag template for New Years + a second version that says simply “CHEERS” for any occasion. Print, cut, punch, tie with a ribbon or twine and you’re done. Enjoy! More “printables” are always available at the White Mouse Design Shop on Etsy.

Stay tuned for more freebies, green [...]

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The 2010 Dog Portrait Eco Calendar is Here!

December 3, 2009

I tell ya, it’s been a rough couple of weeks, trying to choose from the adorable dogs that were submitted for Turnaround Design’s first Dog Portrait Calendar! So many sweet faces, and yet only one calendar to make. Tough decisions had to be made, and I’m happy to say the final product is here, and [...]

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Turn Up The Recycling This Holiday Season

November 16, 2009

Striving for a greener holiday? I know I am.
Here are some of my favorite handmade, upcycled finds that would make great gifts this year:
Dear Autumn Table Lamp ~ by Yours Truly, xoxo

Winter Run Recycled Bike Clock ~ by 1byliz

Terra Firma Cubes (set of 4 eco magnets) ~ by Green Post

Record Album Jacket – Note/Sketch [...]

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Printable Thanksgiving Place Cards

November 14, 2009

Hosting Thanksgiving this year?
Here’s a lovely way to decorate your table and celebrate the day with your guests. Simply print the free template you’ll find here. Then, cut and fold these modern fall tree place cards. (I recommend using a heavyweight cover stock.)
Since I love something that can have more than one purpose, I [...]

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annie’s story

November 6, 2009

Reusing and recycling material goods is very important to me. So, when our family was finally ready for a new dog – after waiting nearly a year since we lost our dear golden retriever, Page – it only made sense to choose a previously owned rescue dog.
We went to Homeward Bound’s adoption day in August [...]

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