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A new chapter dawns

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 . photo by Miranda North .

Hi! And welcome to the new space. I’m so glad you popped by. For those of you who knew me, once apon a time as Rags to Stitches, it’s still me, just a more mature version of myself I guess you could say. To be honest, since closing the shop September of 2012, I’ve been struggling with a bit of an identity crisis. See, I still sew, but I don’t blog about sewing anymore and this space has truly become a reflection of my passions. In the process I realized that I’m an addict.

Aren’t we all to some degree?

My biggest addictions and the ones you’ll see me share the most about here in this space are my family and my faith. The path that my faith and my love for Jesus is one filled with the notion that being wrecked by Him is the only way He can truly make me whole. And then my family. My people who at the end of the day, love me in spite of myself and the crazy I sometimes put them through.

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. photo by Miranda North .

Therefore, I’m pleased to unveil Diary of an Addict. We’ll discuss the joys and fails of parenthood; the struggle of working out and personal acceptance; balancing family, business, blogging, and faith; keeping it real while letting stuff go. Oh, and we’ll talk a lot about food and my journey from Frozen Food Cook to Made From Scratch Chef.

I cannot even begin to express how excited I am to create in this new space. There’s something wonderful about taking a leap of faith and starting something new. And while this adventure is new, it still feels familiar. I’m still me, Alissa, and I hope you will stick around and share in this new journey with me.

To help you get to know the new space. If you love joining me for coffee on Fridays, then you’ll have to check out the Video space on my sidebar. That’s where all my coffee date vlogs are stored for your viewing pleasure. If you’re looking to grow your blog and business, be sure to check out my Consult page and book a session with yours truly. If you’re on the fence, be sure to check out what others have to say.

Coming soon is a space I’m so excited about. Local Nods. Here I’ll be sharing with you all the amazing local spots I visit and enjoy coffee or delicious food at in the Los Angeles, Long Beach and Orange County areas. So when you come visit me, you’ll know where to go.

See I wasn’t kidding when I said this new space is amazing, right?!

I owe it to some very amazing people. I’d like to thank my husband for putting up with my crazy and pushing me to be who I am destined to be and loving me through it. I’d like to thank my amazing designer, who helped me get this entire site designed and my content over from Rags to Stitches despite all the drama Host Gator kept causing. Ivana, you are amazingly talented! And I’d like to thank Miranda, for helping me brainstorm and style all the photography for the launch. All the beautiful head shots and sidebar photos were all taken by her. She saw my vision from the moment I spoke it and helped me run with it. Thank you!! If you’re local, call her!

I have some huge favors friends!! Will you help me?

  1. Go signup to receive my blog posts by email or make sure to find me on Feedly or Bloglovin’ so you keep getting my posts.
  2. I wasn’t able to change my Facebook name, because Facebook is dumb like that, so will you please go like my NEW Facebook page and share it with your friends too?
  3. Leave a comment below
  4. Be sure to find me on Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest
  5. Will you take a screenshot and help me celebrate by sharing the new space with all your friends? I’ll be shouting from the rooftops, will you shout with me?

xo, Alissa

Alissa’s dresses are from Anthropologie

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Comments

  2. Vicky says

    THIS IS FANTASTIC! I love this look and the new way of doing things. Such a good post!!! I’m excited to see what comes next too!!!

    L,
    Vicky
    themummychronicles.com
    Come link up at Whatcha Wearing Wednesday!

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  3. Skye says

    Are you going to judge me if I say I got a little weepy reading this? I’m just so happy you are finally in YOUR space, and not one you felt boxed into!! I can’t wait to see you continue to grow!! xo

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  4. sara says

    As long as we still have coffee date on Fridays I am here to stay! Looks good.

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  6. Rubys N Purls says

    Beautiful!! I’m thinking of doing to same thing because I’ve matured, evolved if you will and the old one just isn’t working anymore.

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  7. Allie says

    SUCH a gorgeous makeover! You look so beautiful in the pictures, and I’m excited to continue reading! It’s always fun to get refreshed! You’re one of my favorite bloggers to read, and I’m so inspired by your journey to health! Congratulations on this new step!

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    • Alissa Circle says

      Thank you so much @allie!! I’m feeling so refreshed and can’t wait to breathe more life into this space. xo

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  9. joyfullyorganizedva says

    I love the new design & rebranding – it looks great! I’m so excited to follow along 🙂

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  11. Suzanna says

    I love the new space, Alissa! Can’t wait to follow along 🙂

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  14. Nikki says

    How exciting! I love the new space already and so anxious to read your Nod to Locals sections. I’m in Orange County. Can’t wait to follow along!

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    • Alissa Circle says

      yay! it’s like we’re neighbors. I have the first feature coming next week so stay tuned!

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  15. Amber says

    looks good and I can see how it reflects where you are NOW. Can’t wait to see what all you come up with!

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  16. Natalia says

    Alissa, I LOVE it! You’re so beautiful and this space just reflects that. Of course I’ll be following along!

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  18. jensie miksich (@jensiejean) says

    So excited that you’re taking this leap and getting realigned to who you are at your very center. What an exciting and inspiring thing to commit to doing, can you imagine what you’re sparking in other’s lives by doing this. I still smile every time I think of chatting up with you at the ALT dinner. All the best!

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    • Alissa Circle says

      aahhh can we go back to that amazing dinner at ALT?! So great!! thank you for all your sweet words, rebranding is scary, but i feel like this space is so well suited to who i am.

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    • Alissa Circle says

      Thank you so much @thepleatedpoppy, it was a big leap, but I’m so glad I jumped. xo

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  22. Jillene @ "inkhappi" says

    Your site looks great! it looks like you are off to a great start. ~Jillene@inkhappi A fellow snap sister and new follower :):)

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    • Alissa Circle says

      Hi Jillene, welcome!! so great to meet you! I hope we cross paths at SNAP! This is my 3rd year and it’s one of my favorite conferences.

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  25. Kristin says

    So glad Lisa and Amy both mentioned you on IG today and sent me your way! Beautiful blog.

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  26. Dawn lucy says

    Gorgeous photos! Congratulations on your new attitude and focus!

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