...and welcome to the new Miss Modish blog!
I'm a day late because I was laid up yesterday with a hurt back :( but feeling better now and excited to show off the new digs around here! I'll be adding more content and organizational goodies to the sidebar in the coming weeks, but wanted to pop in with a hello for now and let you know what you can expect in this new space.
So the first thing you may notice is that there's no more advertising! I so appreciate all the sponsors I've had over the years- you all helped me create this life of self-employment and kept me motivated to blog everyday and I'm so thankful for that. But now that Miss Modish PR has become my new focus, I've found I just can't keep up with a busy editorial blog any longer. Instead of having guest writers take over the content here, I decided I'd rather scale back and create a more personal space- some breathing room.
So now I'll be posting 2-3 times a week. On Mondays, I'll give you a little dose of mojo to start your week off right- I'll be sharing music, art, words, videos, and other good stuff that makes me think, makes me feel good.
I'll also be posting one longer post per week on life or business and the places where those two intersect. I'll be sharing business advice from my personal experiences, marketing and promotion tips for creative people, I'll talk about the joys and struggles of running a busy business from home and trying to find that elusive place called balance.
I also created the new site with this extra-wide column so I can have extra-large photos so we can take some extra-pretty walks together! And kitty photos are always better bigger, right?
I still come across great artists and designers all the time, but instead of sharing them here, I'll be chatting about them over on twitter or saving them on pinterest, so I'd love for you to stay connected with me there. And speaking of connecting, I bit the bullet and joined facebook finally! Oh won't you be my friend? :)
I've been learning, exploring and growing a lot lately and I'm really excited to share my experiences here with you. I want to stoke some fires of inspiration, offer encouragement or a different perspective when you need it and most of all, start some conversations. I hope you'll all stick around to chat it up with me!
Meet you back here soon,
<3 jena
Looks awesome my love!! I can't wait for all there is to come from my favorite blog!!!! :)
Posted by: drsmoothdeath | Sep 27, 2011 at 12:07 PM
Wow, it looks amazing! I'm excited to see all of the new changes that you are going to bring to your blog.
Posted by: Holly | Sep 27, 2011 at 12:08 PM
So excited for you in this new space! Happy you're back!
Posted by: wishful nals | Sep 27, 2011 at 12:14 PM
Everything looks amazing! Congrats on your new blogging journey and I wish all success. Glad to have you back.
Posted by: Angel Y. | Sep 27, 2011 at 12:21 PM
Yay! I'm so excited!! Wooohooo!
Posted by: Micele | Sep 27, 2011 at 01:15 PM
Wow wow wow! Absolutely love it!
Here's to mind-blowing success in your new venture.
Posted by: minoux | Sep 27, 2011 at 01:45 PM
aww, you silly :)
Posted by: Miss Modish | Sep 27, 2011 at 01:46 PM
Thanks all you lovely folks!!
Posted by: Miss Modish | Sep 27, 2011 at 01:47 PM
Beautiful new layout! I love all the white space and the branding, completely suits your colorful bohemian-ecclectic-vintage style. I'm looking forward to reading your new articles as a fellow new freelance PR person. (Also reseller and soon-to-be-Brick&Mortar-owner-person. Eek.)
Posted by: Van | Sep 27, 2011 at 01:52 PM
the new design is awesome! can't wait to see where you go from here. xo
Posted by: Down and Out Chic | Sep 27, 2011 at 03:36 PM
Jena this redesign and refocus is pretty brilliant. I just thought of you before going to bed (it's 2a here). Brilliant and bravo honey!
Posted by: Sherisa D | Sep 27, 2011 at 05:00 PM
Love the new design and simplicity of focus. :)
Posted by: alisha | Sep 27, 2011 at 07:06 PM
OOH, pretty pretty pretty! Love the new look, and glad to hear you're stretching in new directions!
Posted by: twitter.com/CandiedFabrics | Sep 27, 2011 at 10:44 PM
Love the new look! Looking forward to reading your blog again :-)
Posted by: Laura | Sep 28, 2011 at 12:10 AM
ooh, love the new look!!
Posted by: Laura Noble | Sep 28, 2011 at 04:46 AM
First time commenter, but longtime lurker, just had to say I'm loving the new look!
Posted by: Jina | Sep 28, 2011 at 06:02 AM
love your new space here!! excited for the changes, xox!
Posted by: bonnie | Sep 28, 2011 at 07:12 AM
I know that I'll always love your blog, no matter what direction it goes in. I also know that I'm completely crazy about your new layout! It's amazing. I hope your back feels better!
Posted by: Mallory | Sep 28, 2011 at 07:48 AM
LOVE the new look, the new direction, the new energy, the new journey!! Hugs!
Posted by: Clara | Sep 28, 2011 at 12:15 PM
Congrats on the new look and feel, it looks amazing!!
-Lisa
Posted by: bein good to me | Sep 28, 2011 at 02:25 PM
Yay! Loving the super fancy new design :)
Posted by: Lindsey | Sep 28, 2011 at 02:47 PM
The new layout looks awesome! I commend your ability to prioritize and thanks for staying in the blogging game! Looking forward to reading more of your new blog. :)
Posted by: Jennifer @ Eco and Elsie | Sep 30, 2011 at 05:15 AM
Oh this is super exciting! Congrats on all the change, Jena!
Posted by: Chelsea | Sep 30, 2011 at 04:08 PM
I'm inspired by your blog and am looking forward to the direction it's taking.
Posted by: Carolyn | Sep 30, 2011 at 06:48 PM