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<!--Generated by Squarespace Site Server v5.9.2 (http://www.squarespace.com/) on Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:31:41 GMT--><feed xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/"><title>Purse-onalities4U Blog</title><subtitle>Blog</subtitle><id>http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/</id><link rel="alternate" type="application/xhtml+xml" href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/"/><link rel="self" type="application/atom+xml" href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/atom.xml"/><updated>2010-03-05T17:36:03Z</updated><generator uri="http://www.squarespace.com/" version="Squarespace Site Server v5.9.2 (http://www.squarespace.com/)">Squarespace</generator><entry><title>Purse-onalities4U in March edition of Skirt Magazine!</title><category term="Skirt! Magazine"/><category term="announcement"/><category term="latest styles"/><category term="new"/><category term="purses"/><category term="shop"/><id>http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/2010/2/25/purse-onalities4u-in-march-edition-of-skirt-magazine.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/2010/2/25/purse-onalities4u-in-march-edition-of-skirt-magazine.html"/><author><name>Linda</name></author><published>2010-02-25T15:18:06Z</published><updated>2010-02-25T15:18:06Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/photo-galleries/large-classic-bag/"><img style="width: 175px;" src="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/storage/photos/forskirtmagblog.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1267111653108" alt="" /></a></span></span>Purse-onalities4U is excited to announce that right on the heels of rolling out a new bag - Our NEW <a href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/photo-galleries/large-classic-bag/">Large Classic</a> design bag - this bag is being featured in the March edition of <a href="http://greensboro.skirt.com/" target="_blank">Skirt Magazine!</a></p>
<p>Our great, fun bag, which is a larger version of the super-popular <a href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/photo-galleries/classic-bag/">Classic Design,</a> is great for women who need a bit more room in their bags. These purses are made of durable yet elegant and trendy fabrics. Seen here in a fabulous brown and pink geo print, we can't wait to show you the new ones we have in store!</p>
<p>Each is exquisitely trimmed with a variety of embellishments and beads, and is made with a wide variety of unique handles. Each purse has one inside pocket that is approximately 5"x6", a magnetic closure and reinforced corners and bottoms. Dimensions: 14 &frac14; wide, 4 &frac12; deep across the bottom and 10 inches tall - $60&nbsp; You can order it and any of our bags in the colors and fabrics of your choice!&nbsp; <a href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/contact-us/" target="_blank">Call or email today!﻿</a></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>If you could receive email notices when we update our blog, would you?</title><category term="Feedburner"/><category term="RSS"/><category term="announcement"/><category term="blog"/><category term="stay in touch"/><category term="subscribe"/><id>http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/2010/2/7/if-you-could-receive-email-notices-when-we-update-our-blog-w.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/2010/2/7/if-you-could-receive-email-notices-when-we-update-our-blog-w.html"/><author><name>Linda</name></author><published>2010-02-07T19:38:00Z</published><updated>2010-02-07T19:38:00Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify?uri=Purse-onalities4uBlog&amp;loc=en_US" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/storage/layout-images/subscribeviaemail.gif?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1265571634061" alt="" /></a></span></span><a href="http://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify?uri=Purse-onalities4uBlog&amp;amp;loc=en_US" target="_blank">Click Here to Receive An Email When Our Blog Is Updated!</a></p>
<p>Not sure you're ready yet? Need more information? That's cool - just read on; you can have the back story!</p>
<p>Nobody ever said running your own business would be a cake walk. Then they had to go and invent the internet. What a magnificent tool that turned out to be! And? Alongside all the ease and streamlining that came from having the world wide web at our fingertips came the necessity of keeping our websites up to date. I won't lie and say that's easy, either.</p>
<p>So we had to do it in cycles. Get a website? Check. Redesign the website in a few years, once it became time to really make a go at this Custom Designed Handbag Thing? Check. Add a blog? Check. Make the time to update that blog on a regular basis? Um, yea. We're working on that, too.</p>
<p><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/rss.xml" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/storage/layout-images/rss-orange.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1265571450231" alt="" /></a></span></span>And while we work on that, we've finally decided to also add new ways for you to get information from our blog. Introducing RSS feeds and Feedburner Subscriptions! Don't know what that means, you say? No worries. For the RSS feed types, they already know, so that's covered. (Although you can read all about it here, if you're interested, then click the orange button <a href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/rss.xml" target="_blank">to subscribe</a> if it sounds like something you're planning to use.) But for our customers who don't want to take on one more Technology Learning Curve, here's a simple route:</p>
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<li><a href="http://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify?uri=Purse-onalities4uBlog&amp;amp;loc=en_US" target="_blank">Click here to subscribe to our blog.</a></li>
<li>Enter your email address in the box.</li>
<li>Check your email immediately.</li>
<li>Click the link in the confirmation email they sent you, verifying that you want to receive our emails.</li>
<li>Forget about it! </li>
<li>That's it - going forward, any time we blog about purses or other topics we find interesting and think you might, too, you'll get an email! Easy as pie! If you want to read it, read it! If not, deleted it! Ta da! Just like pie...</li>
</ol>]]></content></entry><entry><title>Announcing new line of leather handbags!</title><category term="announcement"/><category term="latest styles"/><category term="leather"/><category term="purses"/><id>http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/2010/1/12/announcing-new-line-of-leather-handbags.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/2010/1/12/announcing-new-line-of-leather-handbags.html"/><author><name>Linda</name></author><published>2010-01-13T02:09:27Z</published><updated>2010-01-13T02:09:27Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p><span class="thumbnail-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2Fpost-images%2FDSC02294.JPG%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1263348535782',640,480);"><img src="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/storage/thumbnails/2580003-5353580-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1263348538474" alt="" /></a></span></span>Purse-onalities4U is thrilled to announce that we're now offering leather bags. You asked and we listened. Even our most devoted of customers occasionally needs a classic leather bag, when a printed fabric purse won't do. So we decided it was time to expand our offerings. <br /><br />Crafted with the same attention to materials and high quality craftsmanship as our other bags, this is the newest offering in our super-popular V Design line. <br /><br />Dimensions- 14 &frac12; wide by 3 &frac12; on bottom, about 13 &frac12; tall, V is roughly 6 inches deep. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/contact-us/">To order yours, just click here to contact us. </a><br /><br />And check back soon. We've started 2010 with a bang, and will have even more new designs to show you, very soon.﻿</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>New Photo Galleries of Our Handmade Handbags!</title><category term="buy online"/><category term="photos"/><category term="purses"/><category term="shop"/><id>http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/2009/12/22/new-photo-galleries-of-our-handmade-handbags.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/2009/12/22/new-photo-galleries-of-our-handmade-handbags.html"/><author><name>Linda</name></author><published>2009-12-22T21:28:59Z</published><updated>2009-12-22T21:28:59Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/photo-galleries/"><img src="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/storage/photos/newgalleries.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1261330896922" alt="" /></a></span></span></p>
<p>Have you been wondering how you can easily view the Purse-onalities4U inventory of unique, handmade handbags for making your online purchases? Our photos are now online! <a href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/photo-galleries/">Just click here</a> (or follow the easy links in our website's navigation areas) to peruse our distinctive array of purses. From shoulder bags to totes, we offer bags for all kinds of needs!</p>
<p>When you find the handbag that's right for you, just let us know! <a href="../../contact-us/" target="_blank">Click here to contact us.</a> Include the bag's ID number (such as "CL0023") in your email, and we will double check to ensure it is available.** Then we'll email instructions to you for making your purchase. Easy as pie!</p>
<p>Thanks for stopping by!</p>
<p><em>**We'll do our best to keep the galleries updated, but there are occasional "perfect storm" sales days we have to be prepared for.</em></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>Another satisfying day unfolds in purse-central, as 2009 wraps up</title><category term="Christmas"/><category term="gratitude"/><category term="purses"/><id>http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/2009/12/17/another-satisfying-day-unfolds-in-purse-central-as-2009-wrap.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/2009/12/17/another-satisfying-day-unfolds-in-purse-central-as-2009-wrap.html"/><author><name>Linda</name></author><published>2009-12-17T17:06:00Z</published><updated>2009-12-17T17:06:00Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p><span class="thumbnail-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2Fphotos%2Fchristmasdecor01.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1261069497941',640,351);"><img src="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/storage/thumbnails/2580003-5097444-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1261069501067" alt="" /></a></span></span>Around me I see fabulous designer fabrics, inventory of magnificent handcrafted purses, packaging material, customer information, notes about expanding my website...</p>
<p>Of course, there are the typical holiday season views, too: a Christmas tree, stockings, wrapped presents, smiling people coming in and out the front door...</p>
<p>I was just reflecting back over the year and how it's never been boring, but how many good things have come from it, along with the less good. I've met the most fascinating people as I traveled to participate at area craft shows and visited boutiques and shops. Our customers are the greatest and it's been such fun to talk to you and hear your thoughts on the handbags we're designing for you.</p>
<p>With less than two weeks remaining in the year, we're nowhere near closing up shop. More purses are being made, more shipments will be going out, more design ideas continue to come in. Turns out, it's the perfect time to run a home-based business.</p>
<p>Just makes me feel really, really grateful. Thank you for being a part of it!</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>Exciting year end discount on our Sassy Santa and Snowman purses!</title><category term="Christmas"/><category term="purses"/><category term="shop"/><category term="specials"/><id>http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/2009/12/9/exciting-year-end-discount-on-our-sassy-santa-and-snowman-pu.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/2009/12/9/exciting-year-end-discount-on-our-sassy-santa-and-snowman-pu.html"/><author><name>Linda</name></author><published>2009-12-10T02:26:32Z</published><updated>2009-12-10T02:26:32Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p><span class="thumbnail-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2Fphotos%2Fsassysanta.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1260412394917',480,550);"><img src="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/storage/thumbnails/2580003-5021587-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1260412399270" alt="" /></a></span></span><span class="thumbnail-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2Fphotos%2Fclassicshowman.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1260412426852',480,550);"><img src="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/storage/thumbnails/2580003-5021597-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1260412426855" alt="" /></a></span></span></p>
<p>Like you, at this time of year I'm looking for extra savings every time I shop. Just in time for your last minute shopping, we're happy to announce that the Sassy Santa, with fabric designed by <a href="http://www.wildapple.com/artists/zulauf.html" target="_blank">Susan Zulauf</a>, and Snowman purses, designed in our "Classic Bag" pattern, is 20% off. That's $44 as opposed to our standard price of $55.</p>
<p>These bags stand about 9 inches tall, are 11 1/2 x 3 1/2 inches at the base, and each have one inside pocket with a magnetic closure. The Sassy Santa purse is lined in a cheetah print fabric, and our Classic Snowman is lined in red.</p>
<p>These fun bags were some of our best sellers at the recent holiday shows. You can get yours by calling (336)558-6684 or <a href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/email/">emailing us here.</a></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>Are you still hoping???</title><category term="Jim Rohn"/><category term="books"/><category term="strategies"/><id>http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/2009/7/4/are-you-still-hoping.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/2009/7/4/are-you-still-hoping.html"/><author><name>Linda</name></author><published>2009-07-04T21:35:10Z</published><updated>2009-07-04T21:35:10Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p>I don't know if any of you have "been hoping" things will get better, but I know I have.&nbsp; Every day the news just gets more and more depressing, but I had the opportunity a couple of weeks ago to attend a wonderful seminar here in Greensboro on financial success and it was a true eye opener!!!&nbsp; One of the many success coaches pulled me aside at one point and recommended a book to me that he said changed his life.&nbsp; The title is "7 Strategies for Wealth and Happiness" by Jim Rohn.&nbsp; What an amazing book- I think you will probably be hearing a lot about this book from me, but I recommend that you go to Amazon right now and order yourself a copy.&nbsp; It comes with two CDs that are also GREAT!!!!</p>
<p>Jim talks a lot about setting goals and I truly do know how important that is, but sometimes when things get bad, we forget or we feel like it won't do any good, so we lose sight of our goals.&nbsp; By not setting goals we let our future slide.&nbsp; He reminds us that we are an active member in this game of life and if we don't have goals, then we aren't playing a very exciting game! I have decided that I want to play in this game of life and I want to come out a winner!&nbsp; Yes, it is an investment in time to decide what we want, why we want it and how we are going to achieve it, but I'm done with "hoping it will get better."&nbsp; I realize if it's going to get better, I have to be willing to make it better. &nbsp;</p>
<p>I will always have HOPE in brighter tomorrows, but I am deciding today to not have "passive hope" better known I guess as wishful thinking.&nbsp; My goals are written, the dates for accomplishing them are set and I am celebrating a new beginning!&nbsp; Anyone with me???</p>
<p>Happy 4th!</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>Now buy our purses online through Etsy! (No longer offered.)</title><category term="busy"/><category term="buy online"/><category term="etsy"/><category term="purses"/><category term="shop"/><id>http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/2008/10/16/now-buy-our-purses-online-through-etsy-no-longer-offered.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/2008/10/16/now-buy-our-purses-online-through-etsy-no-longer-offered.html"/><author><name>Linda</name></author><published>2008-10-16T14:10:00Z</published><updated>2008-10-16T14:10:00Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-right"><span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6185111" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/storage/photos/shopsopen.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1224166206995" alt="" /></a></span></span>It's so exciting to tell you that our purses are now available for purchase online! We've teamed up with <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6185111" target="_blank">Etsy,</a> the well-established, fabulous shopping venue much-loved by thousands who prefer to buy uniquely creative items.&nbsp;</p>
<p>If you're nearby and available to come see us at any of these <a href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/upcoming-shows/">Upcoming Shows</a>, by all means, please stop by and say hello! But many are discovering the fun and sassy, elegant and classy bags of Purse-onalities4U and you're either too far to drive to one of our shows, or you just love the convenience of buying online. We're here for you!</p>
<p>As of today, you'll find more than 30 different unique styles in our online store. But that's just the tip of the iceberg! (OH the numbers of bags we have for you, ladies!) In the coming weeks, we'll be adding more and more of our inventory for your convenient at-home purchasing.</p>
<p>Also, for those of you who have stopped by one of our recent shows, and fell in love with That Bag You Could Not Resist, thank you. Many of you told us you couldn't wait to tell your friends and family members about our purses. This will make it even easier for you, too!</p>
<p>There are many easy ways to find the new Purse-onalities4U purses shop online. No matter your preference, these will all take you to the same great place to find our magnificent purses!</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3>3 Ways To Find Our Shop:</h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ol>
<li><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6185111" target="_blank">Click this link now!</a></li>
<li>Visit us at <a href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com">www.purse-onalities4u.com</a> like you always do, and click the link for "<a href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/shop/">shop</a>" at the top of the page! From that page you'll be able to click on the photos of our most recently-listed items for sale to read detailed information about the specific bag you like. Or just scroll down a bit and click on the photo of the bag most shaped like the purse you want to buy. That link will take you to the right section in our store!</li>
<li>If you find yourself on the Etsy home page, you'll see a handy "search" box at the top of the page. Just change the section on the left to read "Sellers: usernames" and type "purseonalities4u" into the box on the right, and click the "search" button. Voila! That will take you to <a href="http://www.etsy.com/search_results_seller.php?search_type=seller_usernames&amp;search_query=purseonalities4u" target="_blank">our shop</a> too!</li>
</ol>
<p>Looking forward to seeing or hearing from you soon!</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>Macaroni and Cheese....</title><category term="kids"/><category term="recipes"/><id>http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/2008/9/16/macaroni-and-cheese.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/2008/9/16/macaroni-and-cheese.html"/><author><name>Linda</name></author><published>2008-09-16T13:45:45Z</published><updated>2008-09-16T13:45:45Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<P>What is it with weather and food?&nbsp; Maybe it's just that food provides us with such comfort and we develop pleasant memories around those moments.&nbsp; There's nothing like the smell of chilli simmering on the stove on a cold winter day or the aroma of apple crisp baking on a cool fall afternoon.&nbsp; Well I woke up to the sound of pouring rain, thunder and flashes of lightning this morning and the first thing that I could think of was my.... grandmother's macaroni and cheese!&nbsp; It is soooooo good!&nbsp; She would always have it ready for us when we went to visit and I can promise you&nbsp;there wouldn't be any leftovers when the meal was finished!!!&nbsp; Just recently my oldest brother Mark said he was craving Grandma G's mac'n cheese and i said, "Then why don't you make some?"&nbsp; Well he didn't have the recipe and neither did my mom.&nbsp; Fortunately I had called my grandmother before she passed away and asked her for several of her special recipes so let me share this one with you.&nbsp; I promise it's a WINNER!!!</P>
<P>1 lb elbow macaroni- cooked and drained, 1 3/4 c milk, 1 stick of butter, 1 heaping tablespoon of flour, salt and pepper to taste, 3 c shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 2 cups monteray jack cheese, 1 packaged roll of Ritz crackers crushed up and 1 stick of butter.</P>
<P>Melt one stick of butter in a sauce pan and then add the milk to the butter.&nbsp; Wisk in the heaping tablespoon of flour and heat until slightly thickened.&nbsp; Remove from heat and stir in the cheeses and the salt and pepper.&nbsp; Pour the cheese mixture over the macaroni and mix well.&nbsp;Pour into a casserole dish. &nbsp;Melt one stick of butter in the microwave (about 30 seconds).&nbsp; Once melted, stir in the crushed up Ritz crackers.&nbsp; Once the crackers are coated with butter spread them over the top of the macaroni and cheese and bake at 350 for about 30 minutes!&nbsp; ENJOY!!!!</P>
<P>I don't know about you, but I'm ready to eat!</P><br><br>]]></content></entry><entry><title>THANK YOU!!!!</title><id>http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/2008/9/14/thank-you.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.purse-onalities4u.com/blog/2008/9/14/thank-you.html"/><author><name>Linda</name></author><published>2008-09-14T19:17:47Z</published><updated>2008-09-14T19:17:47Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<P>Two simple words that I don't feel are used in enough these days...."Thank you"!&nbsp; We get so busy and hurried that we rarely take the time to utter those words.&nbsp; The next time you are at a restaurant watch the people around you.&nbsp; They tend to demand things from their waitresses and waitors, because they think it is their "job" to get what they want and need.&nbsp; I waitressed all through high school and college and I can tell you I was much more efficient and pleasant when customers asked for something and then offered a grateful thank you when they got what they had asked for.&nbsp; The same goes for our children, spouses and co-workers.&nbsp; I find that when I reinforce what a I have asked for with a thank you&nbsp;it is&nbsp;so much easier to get other requests done in the future.&nbsp; </P>
<P>Today I would like to say a huge THANK YOU to my website designer, Melody Watson.&nbsp; Melody's name was given to me as someone that could help me with my website and boy did she ever help me!!!&nbsp; Melody is AMAZING!!!&nbsp; Not only is she computer saavy, but she takes the time to capture the thoughts and visions you have in your head and gets them to come together with such energy and clarity...I can assure you, that was no easy task with all of the Ideas I had going on in my brain!&nbsp; I have already referred Melody to two other friends and I hope to bring her more business very soon!&nbsp;&nbsp;I highly recommend Melody if you or anyone you know needs a website designed!&nbsp; </P>
<P>Remember to take the time to say thank you!&nbsp; People love to feel appreciated!&nbsp;</P>]]></content></entry></feed>