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You are here: Home | Family | Quarterly Top 5 #3 Link Up

September 28, 2011 By Sarah Halstead

Quarterly Top 5 #3 Link Up

Filed Under: Family, Photography Tagged With: quarterly top 5

 Here are my top eight… Okay, okay. I know I cheated. There are more then five photos here and they are not posted separately. Well if you can’t tell, I am a bit obsessed with putting pictures in words. See my header? Ha ha.  Hey, but I can cheat since I co-host with the lovely Amber from Amber’s Articles and Courtney from Click It Up A Notch.

In order- Dustyn going to school, Carsyn’s 16 month photo, Dustyn pushing Carsyn in the swing, Dustyn’s 3 1/2 year/back to school photo, Carsyn playing peekaboo, Dustyn and Carsyn holding hands, Dustyn finger face painting, Carsyn’s sweet smile.

By the way can you click here and vote for Dustyn’s face painting photo. He is #72. It is people’s choice this week at I Heart Faces. Thanks!

Now it is your turn! Show us your Top 5!

Here’s how it works:

  • Go through the photos you have taken of your kids or your furry kids.  Just choose photos taken from July 2011-September 2011.
  • Post your top 5 on your blog or flickr account on September 28th – October 5th
  • Link up with the linky either here @ Nap Time Momtog, Amber’s Articles, or Click it Up a Notch
  • Put our button on your post.  If the button is not there you will not be eligible to win one of these fabulous prizes. 

After Nine to Five Camera Necklace = $12
I have this necklace and I love it. I get a ton of compliments on it. This necklace is a great way to show your love for photography. Follow her on twitter.

Rock the Shot: 6 month subscription = $30
Make sure you check out Rock the Shot Forum. They also have tutorials, challenges and giveaways. Follow them on their Facebook page.

Pretty Presets: Back to Basics Collection = $45
She has some wonderful presets that can help speed up your work flow. I love actions and they help speed up my workflow and also help with consistency. Follow her on their Facebook page.

Shutter Buddy Gray Owl = $19
Oh my!! Check out this adorable little owl buddy to put on your lens. It also has a squeaker to help get the attention of any busy body. Check out her shop.

Custom Blub Book = $36.59
Ready to get those photos off your computer and show them off? Well making a blurb book is super easy! You can even print your blog using them. Like them on their Facebook page.

 

Just remember this is NOT A PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST! The winners are chosen randomly. What are you waiting for?  Go through your photos from July, August and September. Then select your Top 5! I can’t wait to see what photos you picked.

Naptime Momtog

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  1. Branson says

    September 30, 2011 at 8:44 pm

    Girl, you are kicking behind with the awesome word art thingys! LOL! I love this! Such an awesome way to display these, and a cute word choice! :)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 1, 2011 at 12:12 pm

      It is so fun. I love picking the perfect photos to match. What editing program do you use?
  2. kristin says

    September 30, 2011 at 4:50 pm

    Thanks for sponsoring this forum and giveaway. You all ROCK and it has become one of my favorite things to participate in during my 365 journey. I love your use of letters and the photos you used for your Top pics are awesome...as always!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 1, 2011 at 12:19 pm

      Thanks so much Kristin. I miss you linking up with my weekly 365. :)
  3. kassie says

    September 30, 2011 at 2:57 pm

    I love that you aren't following your own rules.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 1, 2011 at 6:15 pm

      Thanks kassie. :)
  4. Adeena says

    September 30, 2011 at 12:47 pm

    LOVE the letter pictures! :D Cool idea. The "O" pic is adorable. :D
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 1, 2011 at 6:17 pm

      Thanks so much Adeena. I had fun.
  5. Veronica says

    September 29, 2011 at 2:29 pm

    I apologize, mine linked up twice! Loving everyone's entries!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 29, 2011 at 4:43 pm

      Thanks Veronica.
  6. Tara says

    September 29, 2011 at 10:11 am

    This is such a great idea, thank you for hosting! I love your photos and that you used the Brothers "letters"...so cute!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 29, 2011 at 4:43 pm

      Thanks Tara!
  7. Dina @ 4 Lettre Words says

    September 29, 2011 at 8:04 am

    Those are so sweet, Sarah. Still LOVE that messy face.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 29, 2011 at 4:42 pm

      Thank you Dina.
  8. Tinas Picstory says

    September 29, 2011 at 5:31 am

    lovely pics. thanks for stopping by :)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 29, 2011 at 4:42 pm

      Thank you Tina. :)
  9. Sara says

    September 29, 2011 at 1:03 am

    Gorgeous shots Sarah, love the letters!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 29, 2011 at 4:41 pm

      Thank you Sara.
  10. tiffany says

    September 28, 2011 at 10:42 pm

    Love the new blog look! Maybe I can join next time! Just got back into blogging again :-).
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 29, 2011 at 4:41 pm

      Thanks so much Tiffany. Glad you are back.
  11. Kel says

    September 28, 2011 at 10:21 pm

    Thanks girl!!! It's a BIG post this time!!! :) hahahahaha I debated making it two, but...you know. Got carried away!! :) have a great night!!!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 29, 2011 at 4:40 pm

      Thank you Kel! :)
  12. Buckeroomama says

    September 28, 2011 at 7:58 pm

    I really liked what you did and I love your new header! :)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 28, 2011 at 10:04 pm

      Thanks so much!! :)
  13. kristin says

    September 28, 2011 at 5:06 pm

    i love the photos in the letters! so cute and such amazing and sweet pictures... as always! :) and thanks so much for letting me know about the top 5!!!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 28, 2011 at 10:04 pm

      Thanks so much Kristin. I loved yours!
  14. Jodi Hall says

    September 28, 2011 at 4:01 pm

    I think I may have to enter this! :) Love all the entries so far
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 28, 2011 at 10:04 pm

      Thanks Jodi! Can't wait to see yours.
  15. Kimberly says

    September 28, 2011 at 3:27 pm

    I love your pictures in words! Do you use a template or something?
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 28, 2011 at 10:03 pm

      Thank you Kimberly. I use photoshop and make it using the Impact font. I do the letters individually. Then use clipping masks.
  16. Anna says

    September 28, 2011 at 1:14 pm

    What a fun contest - thanks for hosting! Bookmarking to come back and enter. :)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 28, 2011 at 10:00 pm

      Thanks so much Anna. Excited to see yours.
  17. Kim C. says

    September 28, 2011 at 1:02 pm

    Really cool how you are using the letters! So fun.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 28, 2011 at 9:59 pm

      Thank you Kim. :)
  18. Stefanie says

    September 28, 2011 at 12:26 pm

    I love the way you posted the photos. That's such a neat technique!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 28, 2011 at 9:58 pm

      Thanks so much Stefanie.
  19. Jordan Marie says

    September 28, 2011 at 11:06 am

    passing this on to you! :) http://holdingontothelittlethings.typepad.com/blog/2011/09/i-won-second-blog-award-kreativ-blogger.html
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 28, 2011 at 9:58 pm

      Thank you Jordan.
  20. Selena says

    September 28, 2011 at 10:00 am

    Love tit such a great idea for your photos! And I love the new blog look!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 28, 2011 at 9:58 pm

      Thanks so much Selena.
  21. Ashley Sisk says

    September 28, 2011 at 8:53 am

    You know I love this - I'll link up this weekend.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 28, 2011 at 9:09 am

      Thanks Ashley. Can't wait to see yours. It will be even better when you have a baby.
  22. Courtney says

    September 28, 2011 at 7:42 am

    What a fun and clever way to shot off your shots! I guess we'll let the 8 slide this time :O) he he I love all the joy you captured in these shots, especially those first 2!!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 28, 2011 at 9:08 am

      Thanks so much Courtney.
  23. casey says

    September 28, 2011 at 7:21 am

    I def. plan on entering! I love the pictures turned into words thing. Is that an action or just something you do on your own? So cute!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 28, 2011 at 9:08 am

      Thanks Casey. Can't wait to see yours. I got it from http://www.projectalicia.com/2011/06/crazy-days-of-summer-week-three-water.html But you can do any word in the font Impact and add the photos in using clipping mask.
  24. Amber says

    September 28, 2011 at 7:04 am

    You crack me up! However, it is concise and cute and the boys faces shine through. Did you already post the tutorial for how to make the letters? I may have to do a little research and make one myself.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 28, 2011 at 9:08 am

      Ha ha. Thanks Amber. I got it from http://www.projectalicia.com/2011/06/crazy-days-of-summer-week-three-water.html But you can do in word in the font Impact and add the photos in using clipping mask.
  25. Leovi says

    September 28, 2011 at 2:18 am

    Beautiful, sweet and loving.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      September 28, 2011 at 9:06 am

      Thank you.

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