Blog Header Designs

I am now offering blog header designs. Before children, I was a graphic designer. I have continued to dabble in print design, but have decided to put my skills to work on the web.

My price will very depending on your needs.

If you have an image (photo) and title already in mind than the price is $35.
If you would like me to create the actual art and/or blog's tag line the price is $60 (If you do not currently have a blog, I would be happy to help you get started).

In the end, you installation will be very easy. You'll simply insert my gif. image into the header box in your layout template.

I'll need:
1. The name of your blogger template to determine header size (or the pixel width of the header, if not blogger).
2. Any design ideas you may have for your blog.

3. The name or tag line you’d like for your blog.

4. Color suggestions, at least one.

5. Any designs or artwork you’ve seen that you like. (blog or website links are fine)
6. Photo or photos you'd like me to use. Please keep in mind the header space is very narrow and the photos will most likely be tightly cropped. I would prefer original jpeg files from your camera. I'd be happy to change them to B&W or sepia or color correct if desired.

We will most likely exchange several emails to determine the design direction. After the initial design is made you will have an opportunity to ask for minor adjustments such as font changes or color changes.

Once payment is made via PayPal I will send the final version for installation.

Please keep in mind, I am a stay-at-home mom, my first priority is my family. This allows me to keep my rates low, but I would appreciate your patience and understanding while I work over the toys and noise. If you are interested in my services, contact me at alifogarty@gmail.com

Young and Hip

My sister, her husband, and dog came over last night and they brought their Wii system. We had a really great time. Owen was a perfect gentleman at dinner and I caught myself thinking how old he seemed. Now that both boys love their dog, they remained entertained by him the whole time.

After dinner Owen had his turn at Guitar Hero.

He loved it!

EJ and I dueling it out in the boxing ring.

Alex and the boys.

EJ was really good at Guitar Hero. I on the other hand stunk!

I told my sister I felt so young and hip playing the Wii! Thanks for sharing.

Good Times!

The four of us traveled to the Cassada's house on New Year's Eve and spent two nights with their family. Pat's parents were gracious enough to babysit for 7 children (under the age of 7) so that four couples could go out to dinner on New Year's Eve. (Most of the children were already in bed) Although two of the kids woke up before we came home, Mason being one of them. His parents were actually delighted to have time with the smallest ones.

Left to right: Ayers, Youngs, Cassadas, Fogartys

I didn't get EJ in this picture, oops.

The kids had their own "cheers" at lunch the next day.

Rebekah was so great with Mason. She kept a great eye on him and he enjoyed the extra attention.

Courtney and me. It was FREEZING outside the whole time we were there. We all tried getting out of the house for awhile but it was pretty miserable.

Reading with Bailey and Mason.

The oldest four watched a movie together. Mason didn't last long.

Owen had a blast with Joshua. I love watching their friendship grow.

Home Again, Home Again

We just came back into town. We had a great time with dear friends and I have lots of fun photos to post and some fun news to share. I doubt I'll get back to the computer tonight b/c my sister and her husband are coming over for a impromptu dinner. I think they were going a little stir crazy from the time-off and we can rarely make a dinner work. So why not just keep the party going! They are even bringing their dog, now that both boys LOVE him. Hooray! (Does this mean we'll be dog sitting?)

I hope everyone is having a great start to their new year. I haven't had much time to think about it, but we don't have much planned this weekend. So I am sure some ideas will creep in my brain.

Celebrate!