Hey guys!!! It’s finally here. The Proper Pinwheel has a new look. This new site has been in the works for a while and I’m so glad to finally share it with you. We gots a makeover.
I’m happy to say that this is MUCH more interactive than the tumblr you’ve come to know and love. If this is your first time visiting, read all the info below and have some fun poking around the blog! If you’re not new, and you just feel it in your gut that you can navigate through without any problems, scroll to the bottom of this post to learn about the amazing designer who helped make this project come to life!
Let’s have a few lessons, shall we?
Tabs. Who doesn’t love ’em? These are pretty self-explanatory. You can learn a little more about me and this blog on the about page. Check out a ridiculously cute cake on the events page. And send me a message via the contact page!
The sidebar to your right takes you to a number of places. Click on each little bubble to visit The Proper Pinwheel on other social platforms. Yes, there is even a Facebook page. I didn’t want to create one until now. I wanted it all to be uniform with some graphics. So head on over there and like if you like! When this blog is updated, you’ll know in your Facebook feed.
Below those cute lil’ social bubbles, is an even cuter box! Click on the box to subscribe to The Proper Pinwheel. You can add it to any type of reader you use so you’re always up to speed. Staying updated is the new black. And isn’t that bunting just amazeballs?!?
When on the home page, you’ll notice different posts on the left. Click the title of the post you would like to read or leave a comment on. You’ll be taken to the individual post’s page and will be able to read everything and leave a comment at the bottom of that post.
**Notes on commenting**
The last blog was a little difficult to comment on. I was using Disqus which required a few extra steps. It was a little bit of a hassle. If you commented on the old blog, your comments will appear on the new site soon.
It’s MUCH easier to comment now. Just click the individual post, scroll to the bottom and you’ll see this:
It’s SUPER easy to leave a comment. Just enter your name, email, and website/blog (if you have one, but it’s not required). Type in your message, click “Submit” and Bam! Commenting was never easier.
You can also share these posts any which way your heart desires. FB it. Tweet it. Pin it. Just click these little icons shown above and you’ll find what’s right for you. 🙂
1. You can pick and choose the type of posts you’d like to read. They’re categorized so, for example, if you want to read all of my past tutorials, click TUTORIALS!
2. Search bar to search the blog. Type in any word and the search engine will pull up posts that mention that specific subject.
3. Go through past archives and see older posts. Like this one. Or this one!
A little lower on the sidebar to your right, you’ll see the blogroll. This will be changing constantly. I not only have “Design Loves”, but I have some “Wedding Loves”, “Party Loves”, “Lifestyle Loves”, and “Baking Loves”. Keep your eye out for those little gems.
Wowza! Information overload. Hopefully you understood everything I said! I’m super new at this so we’ll be learning together. Because it’s so new, a few glitches are to be expected. Things will constantly be changing and getting better. I welcome any and all feedback! Just drop me a line!
Now, let’s talk about the designer who helped make this all possible. Joy Laforme is a super accomplished designer who I feel is my twin and we were separated at birth. You guys, I really do. She was sooooo patient and tolerated me when I was averaging 7+ emails daily.
She has loved design from a very young age. Her shop, Sage & Berries, is just blowing up right now. She designs fabric, stationary, accessories for apple products, and also has a pretty amazing blog. The girl does it all.
She and I met through Alt. We didn’t go, but we happened to take a few of the same online classes and just clicked. She’s definitely a designer to follow. Her aesthetic is very refreshing and she’s super sweet. You can’t help but want to be her best friend.
Thank you, Joy, for all of your help and hard work! And thank you, readers, for making this possible! You push me to create and grow and I’m forever grateful!
Lexy is a prop stylist,party enthusiast, and recent transplant from Colorado to Arizona. Her work has been featured by 100 Layer Cake, Style Me Pretty, Daily Candy, Better Homes & Gardens, Country Living Magazine, BuzzFeed, and more! She is the founder of creative event series, EAT DRINK CREATE. 
Lexy! This is so LEGIT!!! It is easy on the eyes and the details are incredible. Joy did an amazing job with your incredible vision. You are going places, girl!
Thanks, Julia! I’m so glad this is finally out in the open! I have a hard time keeping secrets. 🙂
Your site looks so great! I love the colors and the side bar. It’s so clean and easy to read. There is nothing I don’t love about it!
Thank you so much, Mindy! I’m so happy you stopped by to check things out. It’s DEFINITELY an upgrade from the old guy. 🙂
Lexy! This is awesome! Love love love.
p.s. bless my heart, but I had a little difficult moment when I tried to comment on the jpeg comment image. bless my heart, I strumble. 🙂
Go girl!
Haha, Liv. I did the same thing when I was writing the post!!! I knew this one was going to be a little tricky. 🙂
I’m so glad you like the site! I’m super stoked about it!
Oh my! I love the new look Lex!! I can’t wait to see what’s to come.
Thanks, Hay! You’re just my fave.
Great job on the new site Lexy, it looks awesome!
Thanks, Dene! It was super fun getting to customize everything the way I wanted it to be. I was using Tumblr in the past and it was super limited. It was hard to get creative with so many boundaries. Not anymore though!
BTW – I LOVE your new pet, Riley. He looks like a little lion!!!
So much fun! It makes me want to do mine too…but i’m going to wait until it’s a bit more established first. Thanks for the kind words about Riley, he’s the sweetest little guy. Love him so much! xo
I was so happy to be a part of this project! I can’t wait to see how you use the blog to get your name and talent out there. So awesome!
I owe it all to you! I’m so glad we “met”! You’re just so talented and I’m sure you’re going to get busier and busier. Everyone needs to work with you because you’re amazing!
LOVE the new look! So fresh and pretty! Congrats Lexy!
Thank you, Erin! I’m so excited and I just know I’m going to be GLUED to my computer the rest of the night!!!
Lexy!! it looks amazing, such a fabulous transformation.
Love the overall layout, so simple!
Joy did an amazing job x kat
Thank you thank you! I’m very happy with how it turned out. It’s much easier to navigate and MUCH easier on the eye. 🙂
Joy is just simply amazing! Oh, and I love your timber roundup by the way. Those cheese boards from brooklyn to west? I’m drooling.
Lexy
wow! this looks so so good! what a refreshing darling look. it’s cheerful and sweet. and a place to get some inspiration.
Thanks, Kristine!!! I’ve been so excited to get it out and in the open! I’m glad you like it! Now come out here and let’s throw a bunch of parties. You’re the party queen!
I really love your design. The sidebar is probably my favorite part!! 🙂 I’m enjoying exploring your site and archives. Glad to have “met” you through the alt class! 🙂
Thanks, Shaina! You are so sweet. The sidebar is one of my faves as well!