First off, this isn't SNS. YET. :) So don't let the button fool you!
I'd like to thank those that join SNS on the weekends. Whether you just come by for a visit, or share your DIY of late, or both, the weekends to me have abit of extra spark in them. After I glance through the entries, I'm always raring to get off the computer and go create something, so the inspiration bug does in fact bite and work!
I have started to ask myself a few questions though. So rather than guess, I'd love your input. Because after all, this party is put on for you. :)
1. Why do you link up to so many?
There are so many link parties! And I often wonder why some enter their DIY to lists upon lists. Reason being, if we visit those other link parties, your submission isn't all that new to blogland any longer. Yes, there's always the chance you'll find a few that haven't seen you yet, but most have. Thoughts?
I tend to gauge my own party submissions by the comments I get back. If I only receive one comment or so at a link party, I know I've been seen lots elsewhere. That in itself is why I don't link up much any longer. I guess that's a good problem to have, no? :)
2. Do you link back?
I consider a link back to a link party as a thank-you to the hostess and I appreciate it when you do that. And most do, so thank-you! Some choose not to and I'm curious as to why. Do you link back? Why or why not?
3. Hidden party buttons - good or bad?
With so many link parties, many of you have created separate pages to display all the link party buttons. It's a great idea! It keeps your posts clutter free from all those buttons if you visit alot. However, one thing I do notice is, at times your project shows up here again simply because the reference isn't in your post to where you've actually been. What's your thought on the hidden button page?
4. Picture link ups!
I think this one's a no brainer. We all love visuals vs. lists. How are you making out with this feature? Do you find yourself visiting moreso, or less because of the added clue as to what's inside?
5. Two separate headings
A Home Decor party, and a Crafts, Sewing, Cooking party. How are you doing with the two separate headings for this anything goes type of event?
6. Anything goes, or themed?
I have to be honest. My own personal passion is transforming junk into a new use. I've been tempted many times to theme SNS to that topic only and I've been reluctant to add yet another heading, creating 3 divisions to the party. But maybe I should. Or maybe I should just re theme SNS all together and have it one theme only. Or leave things as is. Do you prefer themed or anything goes parties?
7. Sidebar features
Do you enjoy the highlights I throw up on the sidebars? Those that subscribe through readers don't see that part, so I'm curious how meaningful they actually are. I personally love to show off projects that have highly inspired me during the party, so I'm curious as to what you think.
8. Is every weekend too much?
Would you desperately miss this party if it weren't every weekend? I often wonder if once a month would be enough so you could show the best of the month rather than everything under the sun. Or every other weekend. What say you?
9. Advertising your own giveaway/link up event at another's party.
"Thanks for hosting. Now enter my giveaway/link party!" Thoughts?
10. Giveaway events
Do you like them? Just as happy without them?
11. Why do you come to SNS?
And the question of the day is, what brings you by to this particular party? Is there something that's done differently here that appeals to you?
12. Anything else?
Sidebar poll
Now, before you comment like mad, I've created a poll on the sidebar so you can address alot of these questions with one click. And I think it would be a cool way for all of us to quickly gauge what's popular vs what's not. So check it out and then let's hear what you have to say in comments if you desire!
And if you prefer to comment like crazy in words, here's the list of questions you can cut and paste into comments. I cannot wait to hear what you have to say. :)
I'd love to left side align this column but blogger will no longer allow me to do so! ARG. Sorry.
1. Why do you link up to so many?
2. Do you link back in your post?
3. Hidden party buttons - good or bad?
(these are links to a separate post/page on one's blog - you must click the link to view the list, so basically put, you have to find who they are linking up with)
4. Thumbnails vs. text linkups in your posts - which one do you prefer?
5. Separate headings - like it?
6. Anything goes or themed?
7. Sidebar features - notice them?
8. Do you like SNS every weekend?
9. Advertising your own giveaway/linkup in comments. Comments?
10. Giveaway events - miss them? Doesn't matter?
11. Why SNS?
12. Anything else?
13. Picture linky or list linky party?
14. Why are all my posts so dang long?!? :)
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