Sunday 17 May 2009

A BRAND NEW CHALLENGE IS BORN


The Next Level is the exciting new concept of Dawn (All Pink Girl) and Ann (Madgesty - Love to Create) probably better known as blog name Madge. Our aim in designing this new informative style of blog is not only to produce really creative Weekly Challenges that are not tied to any specific brand, but also to explore new avenues, ideas and techniques with a completely fresh approach.

The Next Level will not only be a fun and informative place to hang out for card crafters and scrapbookers of all levels, but it is hoped that it will also become a valuable source of information, hints and tips, tutorials, downloads and much more. We want to cover the craft of traditional card making but also add in a touch of digital, not too much to scare anyone away, but enough to explore the magical world out there at your fingertips for anyone wanting to venture.

We would very much like you all to be part of this new venture and over the next two week countdown to launch day, we need your support in getting us off to a flying start. Here's how we would like you to help:-

1. Please register as a Follower of The Next Level and also leave us a comment below with a link to your own blog if you have one.

2. On your own blog, please spread the word about The Next Level and link people back to our blog with the lure of the fantastic blog candy that will be being awarded on Launch day. Doing this in conjunction with registering as a Follower of the blog will automatically enter you for the big Prize Draw.


3. If you have the time, please e-mail us (see link in sidebar) letting us know if there are any particular elements you would like us to include in the coming weeks’ and also what are your favourite kind of Challenges. We want The Next Level to be your blog as much as it is ours.

4. The Next Level is looking for 4 Guest Design Team Members.
Initially the new guest team will join us for around 8 weeks and then we plan to invite new DT members to join us as the Seasons’ change, to give more people a chance of sharing their creativity. Any level of card maker can apply and no previous design team history is necessary - we would also love to encourage people from the UK and Worldwide. If you are interested in joining our team, please send an e-mail (see link in sidebar) to register your interest together with a link to your blog.

So what about the fantastic Blog Candy that is offfer. Below are the photos of the two stunning prize packs that will be awarded on Launch day, Monday 1st June. Anyone who has registered as a Follower of The Next Level and who also supported us with the promotion of the new blog and prize candy on their own blogs will go into the prize draw. The two winners will be announced as the new Challenge goes live bright and early on the Monday morning.





We really look forward to you joining us on The Next Level and hope that you enjoy becoming a part of it with us.

Dawn and Ann xxxx

497 comments:

  1. Hi - I'm looking forward to your challenges!

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  2. I posted a blinkie on my blog

    http://scrapperqueen.blogspot.com

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  3. Sounds awesome! I'm a follower now for sure as I LOVE challenges and have posted a link to your blog on my own blog at http://iluv2cre84u.blogspot.com. I'm counting the days till launch!
    ~Carol

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  4. Hope your new venture goes well. You can find me herePat xx

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  5. Wow such a fab challenge blog- sounds great.
    What super prizes too!
    Thanks for the chance to enter.
    I am a follower and have made a link.

    Fern xx

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  6. Hi Ann and Dawn i am so looking forward to the launch of your new challenge, sounds very interesting and different from the usual great challenges already going. Its always good to learn a new technique! have added your banner and become a follower, good luck ladies. Big hugs Linda x

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  7. Sounds great. I've pasted your candy onto my blog. I love challenges and inspiration in all forms, can't wait to see your site in full swing.

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  8. I just blogged about the site and am a follower too. I also have your bloinkie in my side bar ready :)

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  9. I am so excited about what you ladies are doing here! I have put a link to your site in my blog and have become a follower! Can't wait to see what you do next!

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  10. Oh I forgot here's a my blog site!
    http://just4scrappin.blogspot.com/

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  11. I am so excited about this new blog, I became a follower and will add you to my blog.

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  12. Sorry - I seem to be having blogger troubles!
    I thought I'd commented here but it did not work!
    All the best for this new venture! Can't wait to see what goes on here :)
    Sammi
    xxx

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  13. How exciting! a new blog with new challenges - I like the idea of not being linked to a particular brand. Looking forward to seeing your first challenge.

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  14. I´m looking forward to the start of this new challenge blog and I´m really excited of the first challenge.
    Good luck for your challenge-blog.

    LG Kerstin

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  15. I am now a follower, number ....... lost count as i scrolled down.

    I am off to add a link from my site to yours looks to be a great place to dicover and interact with other crafters.

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  16. I am your newest follower! My blog link is:
    http://www.simplyelegantpapercrafts.blogspot.com/
    (or click my name).

    How kind of you to start this new blog on my 2 year blogoversary ;)

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  17. How exciting. I love a good challenge. I posted about your new blog and the candy on my blog.

    M.E.

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  18. Good luck to you guys. I have signed up to be a follower. No blog here.
    Faye

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  19. Fab a new challenge blog, off to spread the word!

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  20. Wow your blog is beautiful! Can't wait to participate in a new challenge. I am a follower and have linked your candy and your banner on my sidebar. Good luck to you both!

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  21. i am following your blog like a lost kitten, and i have also linked to you on my blog: http://rush8888.blogspot.com/ i gave you a little more of a "plug" than the other listings of blog candy! your new site looks like it will have alot of potential, and i can't wait to see where this all goes. the best of luck to you!

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  22. How fantastic, I've signed up as a follower, just about to start my own new blog and you will be the first to be added. Good luck Girls xx

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  23. Sounds interesting and I've became a new follower of this blog and I've link to you in my blog!
    Good luck with everything!

    Hugs Susanne

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  24. Looks like a great place for inspiration!

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  25. I'm so excited about this challenge, I had to put a post about it and your candy on my blog here. I'm also a follower so I'm alerted to every post.

    xx

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  26. I've added you to my blog today and have signed up as a follower!!
    I would love a chance to be on the DT if that's still open?
    Many thanks!

    Gill xx

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  27. Very excited to have found your site. I blogged about it ... here's the link http://scrappinmyheartout.blogspot.com/

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  28. Just got back from holiday and found your new challenge blog and I'm glad to see it's not tied to any product and will indeed take us to the next level. Good luck with your new venture - I'm sure it will be a great success.

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  29. I added myself as a follower. I added the site to my list of fav blogs, and I linked the site and the blog candy on my blog. Thank you for the chance to win some candy!
    http://lifeonthewieneeranch.blogspot.com/

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  30. Just added to my blog and cant wait to see what you come up with?
    Good luck on your new adventure.
    Nicki
    x

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  31. Congrats on the new challenge blog! I've added myself as a follower and look forward to the very first challenge!

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  32. What great new blog!!! I've started following right away!!! And I am waiting (in)patiently for your challenges...love em!!!

    Great candy also.. verry YUMMY!!!
    Hope I am a winner... fingers crossed!

    I've put your logo up on my blog!
    so I'll keep spreading the word!!!

    Hugs, Marit.

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  33. looking forward to the 1st June ! not long now !
    I have put a link on my blog !

    Kate x

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  34. I can't wait! And .... love the candy! I've added a link to you from my blog and am a follower :o)

    Teri xx

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  35. Fabulous blog, can't wait for it to be up and running, I have left a link on my blog and become a follower, good luck with everything. Margaret

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  36. Wonderful Blog... I am now a follower looking forward to your first challenge... I have added you to my list of challenge blogs and here is mine.
    www.scraps4fun.com

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  37. Best of luck with your new challenge blog, It looks like it is going to be fabulous. I'm now a follower and I'm off to spread the word.

    Liza x

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  38. Hi Guys! I have linked you on my blog here as well as become a follower! I am really anxious for your amazing challenge to start up! Hugs Jeanette

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  39. Your blog sounds like it will be great and "Challenging"--haha.Good luck to you. The candy looks good too.(Pick me Pick me)

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  40. This looks fab. I have given you a namecheck, became a follower and there is a link on my sidebar. Hope I'm lucky!

    Liz x

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  41. Congratulations on your new launch!! It will be exciting I am sure, as it is always fun to learn and create new things!!

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  42. Can't wait for the 1st! This will be great fun and I'm so excited for the new concept! Thanks for the opportunity!

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  43. Good luck ladies. I love blogs that get me thinking and help me to improve my crafting. This one looks like it is going to be loads of fun and it is exciting to be here right from the beginning.

    I hope that everything runs smoothly for you.

    Hugs

    Naomi

    P.S. I have put a post on my blog telling people about you.

    http://craftilysugarbrown.blogspot.com/

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  44. How exciting, good luck with your launch, followed & added to my blog!!

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  45. Super exciting!!! I've posted about your upcoming launch and added you to my sidebar at my BLOG! :) God bless

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  46. Congrats with your new blog! I just became a follower and I've spread the news about your blog and candy on my own blog.

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  47. have signed up as a follower & put a link on my own blog to help advertise. This is very exciting. Am looking forward to the challenges & new things :-).

    caro
    xx

    http://caroscreation.blogspot.com/

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  48. Have just become a follower and will add a link on my sidebar. Good luck with the new site.
    http://soozplace.blogspot.com

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  49. I am very excited about your new venture and eagerly await the arrival. Thank goodness I signed up as a follower so I won't miss a thing. It looks like great things will be happening here very soon. :-)

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  50. Ann and Dawn,
    Good luck w/the challenge blog.. I can't wait to see all the challenges!
    I'm now a follower and liked you candy on my sidebar!!
    Hugs
    Vivi

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  51. Oh this looks like so much fun. I have signed up and can hardly wait. I will put the logo on my blog.
    Hugs
    Heather

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  52. I'm a follower now! How exciting and what beautiful prize packs. Full of crafty goodness :-) I will add this to my side bar to help spread the word. Can't wait for the first challenge!!

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  53. I really hope this works for you and us! It sounds like it is going to be great fun.

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  54. Thank you for this chance to win some candy :) Looking forward to seeing your challenges.

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  55. Wowsers! This is really exciting!!! I can't wait to see what is in store. Thanks, also for the opportunity to win the fab candy. I've put a link to your blog/blog candy at the top of my side bar HERE.

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  56. how exciting - can't wait! just added the logo to my blog as well as a post and link. can't wait! - im also a follower too!

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  57. Looking forward to reading more on your blog have added links to my blog which can be found here . Good luck

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  58. I jsut signed up to be a follower. I love challenges.

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  59. It's very exciting have signed up as a follower. I have also blogged about your new site

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  60. I have just signed up as a follower. Your new challenge blog sound very exciting. I have posted on my blog & added you to my side bar HereWishing you lots of good luck. Gez.

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  61. Thank you for the opportunity to win such wonderful goodies. I will be posting a shout out for you soon on my blog. Best wishes for the new blog. Can't wait to enjoy it! :-) http://dancingwithstamps.blogspot.com

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  62. Sounds very exciting! I signed up as a follower, I also blogged and put it on my sidebar. Thanks for the chance to win!
    http://www.creationsbylynn.blogspot.com/
    Smiles,
    Lynn

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  63. Thi is so beautiful and amazing candy!!
    I left comments on my blog here http://scrapowe-pasje-nutki.blogspot.com/2009/05/candy-ze-swiata.html

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  64. Congrads to you both!i will add you to my blog!

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  65. Wonderful candy thanks for the opportunity to win it :)
    Have follwed you, linked on my blog and now posted here.
    www.cardsandchat.blogspot.com
    Good luck with the new blog, will be back to check soon.
    Thanks
    Janette

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  66. WOw what a superbe blog, can't wait til launch day. I'm very new to the blog world but I will attamp an entry next week. Looking forward to it

    Huggles

    Shellie
    xxxx

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  67. Looking forward to June 1!
    I've linked your candy and your banner in my side bar and have become a follower.
    Susanne.

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  68. looking forward to all the fun starting - have added you to my blog.

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  69. I am sooooo excited about the launch of your blog and your very first challenge!!! I have just become a follower and I have put your logo in the sidebar of my blog. I have also promoted your blog candy give away and your blog itself in a post on my blog as well. Here is the link to my blog:
    http://serene-stamper.blogspot.com/2009/05/fantastic-blog-candy-fromthe-next-level.html
    Good luck ladies and I hope I am lucky in your give away.
    Hugs xo

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  70. Good luck with your new Challenge Blog/
    My blog link http://prokonfeti.blogspot.com/2009/05/1-31-31-1.html#comments

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  71. happy 2 b follower no. 684 :)
    I love challenges!
    inbar

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  72. Hi Dawn and Ann
    This is going to be fun!!!!!!
    Have put a link in the sidebar
    http://mueppis-bastelwelt.blogspot.com/2009/05/next-level-ends-1st-june.html
    Good luck
    Gisela from germany

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  73. Well done Ladies on what will be a fab site. I've joined your long, long list of followers and added your blog candy link to my blog, along with your link. :-)Best of luck and thank you for the chance to win some fab candy x
    www.mandiscraftyblog.blogspot.com

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  74. Looking forward to the start as I love your cards Madge! Have signed up as well
    Good Luck

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  75. following and posted on my blog, I look forward to seeing what you have in store for us!! :O)

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  76. I am now a follower and have linked you on my blog. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  77. Good Luck to you and your new blog - it will be awesome - that's for sure. I have signed up as a follower and blogged about it. Many thanks for the chance to win.

    http://gabrimos-art.blogspot.com/

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  78. have linked to my side bar and have join the followers.Cannot wait to see what exciting challenges are in store xxx

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  79. Thanks for the chance to win this fantastic blog candy! I will link you on my sidebar and have already become a follower of your blog.
    Best regards, Sarah

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  80. This is very exciting, cannot wait to see what you have in store for us. I have your blinkie on my blog and would love for you to take a look around. Thanks for the chance to win

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  81. Oooh, how exciting. I've written about your blog and the candy. I will also add you to my challengeslist :)

    kamadesign

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  82. Whoo hoo! Great concept ladies... can't wait! I've help spread the word on my blog:

    http://th-ink-ingofyou.blogspot.com

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  83. I've been been a secret admirer, about time I become a follower. Thanks for the chance to win some great blog candy...my favorite!

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  84. these are very fabulous set of blog candy! Goodluck on you next level! I'm now a follower and spread about your blog on the sidebar of my blog.

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  85. Congrats again and good luck, Dawn & Ann!

    Kim's Blog.

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  86. Very interesting! Congratulations on the opening!!
    Great blog candy! Thanks for the chance to win!
    I'm your follower now and I posted a link on my blog

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  87. Good luck with the new challenge blog, waiting with baited breath to find out what it's all about!!!!!! I have been a follower for weeks now but only just got around to posting on my blog, sorry, better late than never!

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  88. I am so excited to find your blog! I am posting a link on my blog and hoping to win some candy!

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  89. Wow, what a wonderful Blogcandy, i'm a follower now and linked your picture in my sidebar. Thanks for the chance to win.

    Hugs
    Heike

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  90. What a wonderful thing to have so many followers and you aren't even launched yet! WONDERFUL! I just found you in the nick of time. I want to play. I linked you to my blog candy post today and I am a follower now. I will be back! Linda Crowder Dallas TX USA

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  91. HI looking forward to seeing your blog :-)

    I've signed up as a follower and told everyone about you on my blog here - http://sarahspapercraft.blogspot.com/

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  92. Hi ladies you can find me HERE!!
    I have just found your site and cant believe you have already got 727 followers! Thats huge! Cant wait to see what you have instore for us :) I'll pop your link on my blog!!

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  93. Start a new beginning this is great, I am also new and so far only collect materials and look.
    This is my blog http://lazitskaya.blogspot.com/

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  94. Always on line for card making and challenges. My blog is really new - http://tini-tin.blogspot.com/

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