Welcome to the new IHOD!

April 23, 2013

Posted 09/12

Still can’t believe I made the jump.

A new look, a new site, and a new domain name.

Heather of Viva La Violette is the brains behind the switch from blogger to wordpress. I needed someone to hold my hand, and maybe a killer blog layout to convince me. She was able to offer both;) Her new Runway theme is launching tomorrow, and she was able to customize it to make it feel like me. Flywheel was also amazing in making the transition smooth. (They specialize in wordpress hosting.)

Reasons I switched from blogger to wordpress: I actually love blogger, and it was a great home for IHOD these past few years, but as the blog has evolved and changed, I needed to stretch my legs a little more and have a few more capabilities that wordpress could offer. (Gallery pages coming soon!)

I also was excited about faster loading time and drop down menus. So organized and easy to navigate don’t you think?

Why I changed the IHOD logo: Just like I outgrew blogger, I kind of outgrew the old logo as well. I debated whether to keep the new logo somewhat similar to the old, but it was fun to have a fresh new start and design without trying to fit a mold. I needed a design that would have some versatile options for some upcoming project sites as well. You can view the logo process designs in this post.

Have a look around! You can check out the new drop down menus with categories, meet the crew, check out some of the new posts, and even a really cool launch giveaway! I switched over the blog feed to re-direct here, but if you do not get any updates, feel free to subscribe via email, bloglovin, or RSS! (linked in the sidebar)

THANK YOU for sticking with me on the switch and for being a great community of friends to encourage and inspire me along the way. I so appreciate you!
Cheers to the next year!
Love, Anna

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Christin says:

April 23, 2013 at 7:57 pm

it looks AMAZING!!! i love it! congratulations! xo

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Jessica Who? says:

April 23, 2013 at 8:11 pm

LOVE this new look! Bravo on a smooth and incredibly stylish transition! xx

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simplyvonne says:

April 23, 2013 at 8:20 pm

this look amazing! I love the new design Anna, and the simplicity of it..along with the new logo. designing your logo is always tough. I always struggle with it.

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Gina_AcuteDesigns says:

April 23, 2013 at 8:27 pm

wow anna! it looks simply amazing. I love it.

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Christine says:

April 23, 2013 at 8:28 pm

Anna! It looks awesome!! So fresh and well, just COOL. I love the colour palette, the new logo and just the whole darn look. Great job, you 🙂

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Megan says:

April 23, 2013 at 8:29 pm

looks INSANE Anna!!! I am IN LOVE

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Corbin (decor-eat) says:

April 23, 2013 at 8:38 pm

It looks great, and agree! Designing my site is one of the main things I continue to struggle with (and change my mind about). Congrats on the new look!

Corbin
decor-eat

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Erika says:

April 23, 2013 at 8:41 pm

I love it, Anna! Gorgeous 🙂 You are a true inspiration.

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Tiffany @ Savor Home says:

April 23, 2013 at 8:54 pm

LOVE LOVE LOVE! It looks so good! I love the green, too… 😉

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Amanda || Eclectic Snapshots says:

April 23, 2013 at 9:06 pm

Oh my goodness, Anna! I love it! Absolutely gorgeous!

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Heather
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April 23, 2013 at 9:16 pm

Of course I LOVE it, and it was such a pleasure working with you Anna

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Andi of My Beautiful Adventures says:

April 23, 2013 at 9:51 pm

LOVE IT!!!!!!!

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Mae says:

April 23, 2013 at 9:53 pm

I LOVE EVERYTHING, ANNA! <3 Really, really lovely and the stunning, resplendent smile on your face says it all!

Love + aloha,
Mae Xx // thereafterish.com

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Helena - A Diary of Lovely says:

April 23, 2013 at 10:11 pm

very pretty!! sleek!

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Elizabeth says:

April 23, 2013 at 10:12 pm

Love it! It’s such a fresh new look!!! 🙂

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Michaela says:

April 23, 2013 at 10:34 pm

Anna, it looks BEAUTIFUL! I love love love the look. You’re making me want to get on WordPress! 🙂

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Sarah says:

April 23, 2013 at 10:59 pm

So excited for you and the new site looks AMAZING. Definitely worth the wait! And I’m so happy to be a sponsor as you start on your new journey. xoxo

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Down and Out Chic says:

April 24, 2013 at 1:36 am

Love!!!

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Jenmarie says:

April 24, 2013 at 2:56 am

Oh! How exciting, Anna! I’ve been waiting to see what you’d come up with and I love the results. Now excuse me as I continue to browse the site 🙂

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Sandy a la Mode says:

April 24, 2013 at 3:41 am

wow, i love this new design! congrats!!

xo,
Sandy
Sandy a la Mode

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Sarah
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April 24, 2013 at 3:44 am

Looks great, Anna!

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lindsey || ruby girl says:

April 24, 2013 at 4:23 am

love your new site, anna! looks so fab! xoxo linds

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alli says:

April 24, 2013 at 5:50 am

So beautifully done and it captures your style perfectly! Congrats on making the leap : )

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Karen Albert says:

April 24, 2013 at 2:27 pm

Anna I love it!! Very fun, bright and refreshing! Bravo!
PS I am having a Paris Book Giveaway!
xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena

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kates says:

April 24, 2013 at 2:29 pm

simply gorgeous! Congrats!

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Alexa says:

April 24, 2013 at 3:58 pm

Oh Anna. It seriously looks amazing! Congratulations! It must feel good to finally be done! 🙂

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Gaby [The Vault Files] says:

April 24, 2013 at 5:24 pm

Looks gorgeous Anna, congrats!! Love the new look and logo 🙂

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Monica says:

April 24, 2013 at 8:15 pm

Love it! I’ve been wanting to switch to wordpress also but need someone to hold my hand too:))

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ilene @muchloveilly says:

April 24, 2013 at 10:18 pm

congratulations!!!! your new site looks fabulous, friend!!!! 🙂

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Lindsay Roberts says:

April 24, 2013 at 10:37 pm

I LOVE it Anna 🙂 SO fun and inviting.

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jam says:

April 25, 2013 at 12:56 am

so fresh! love your new blog!

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Amanda Marshall says:

April 25, 2013 at 2:21 am

Looks so good, Anna! So fresh, organized, clean, vibrant, easy to navigate – I love it! And I love that baby bump on you!!

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Jessy
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April 25, 2013 at 2:24 am

I guess I’m the old ball out…. I’m still partial to the old look. I feel like somethings missing here and it’s a bit generic. I just feel like the whole simple, black and white look is overdone lately…. and I miss the pinks/oranges from your old logo.

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Kelli Murray says:

April 25, 2013 at 7:51 am

Looks great Anna!! And how cute are you!!?

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Rhianne says:

April 25, 2013 at 2:43 pm

It looks so amazing, I love the colours. Welcome to WP, I love it 🙂

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Desiree {CHIC COASTAL LIVING} says:

April 26, 2013 at 1:59 am

Love the new look Anna! it’s gorgeous and fits you very well! XO

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Angel Y. says:

April 26, 2013 at 4:59 pm

It looks awesome! I love WordPress so I’m glad you’ve found a new home. 🙂 Your transition seems flawless, every permalink is in tact. Great logo design as well.

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Ann says:

April 26, 2013 at 6:40 pm

Congrats on the redesign, Anna! It looks smashing!

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Kelly - Fabulous K says:

April 27, 2013 at 3:16 pm

It looks amazing. Congrats on the launch!!

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shannon says:

April 27, 2013 at 5:18 pm

Looks gorgeous!
http://www.shannonheartsblog.com

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Vero Palazzo says:

April 27, 2013 at 6:27 pm

Congratulations! the new look is amazing!

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Kelly @ Studio DIY says:

April 29, 2013 at 3:52 pm

I’m a little late to the party, but I just love everything! Especially those photos of you, so adorable!!

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Beth says:

May 1, 2013 at 11:27 pm

The redesign looks great! Congrats!

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Samantha says:

May 7, 2013 at 6:01 pm

Both you and the blog look lovely.

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krc143
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May 17, 2013 at 2:27 pm

I love your tank top! Where did you get it?

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