Big Leap of Faith

A couple months ago, it was placed on my heart to open my own scrap store.  I have thought about, prayed about and determined it was totally crazy- since I have no experience with running a store at all.
I finally stopped debating with God and decided to jump in!

My best friend, Heather, helped me figure out a name.  We brainstormed for hours.  I had the phrase ". . . because life does not wait" - it's a motto that I love.  She came up with Scrappy Diem and I refined the spelling to Scrappe Diem! :)  We make a great team.

Then yesterday, it was announced that Divine Digitals is closing. :( I am very saddened by this news. I love what Royanna inspired through her "challenges" and passion for her faith. But it was that moment I realized why God placed it on my heart to open a store; He wants me to fill that gap! I got goosebumps! Now I have a new sense of urgency to get the store open because DD closes doors the end of February!

I am currently setting up the site by myself.  I have been elbow deep in web code for a couple weeks now.  But I have the forum almost completely finished!  whoo hoo!  And I will be moving on to the store front and gallery next. 

Here's where I could use some help.  To get the store ready for designers to join, I need some special codes to make the site run correctly.  Unfortunately, I am unable to fund this by myself (I am a SAHM).  I am asking for donations.  I do not want to do this blindly, though.  I want to thank those who help make this possible!  I don't want to take advantage of anyone!  So, I have come up with an offer. 

Anyone who donates $15+ will get a 6 month membership to a Priority Club.
Anyone who donates $25+ will get a year membership to a Priority Club.
And anyone who donates $40+ will get a lifetime membership to a Priority Club!

What is a Priority Club?  Glad you asked. . .
I will be honest, it will be slow going at first.  And I will offset the 6 month and year to accommodate for that. . . but it will be a chance to get an exclusive FREE gift each month. 
It will either be a grab bag, kit, or add on - that will be determined after I talk with the designers I am blessed to have at the store :)
The name is also being considered.  But for now, it's being referred to as a Priority Club.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions.

I have a goal of $300 - that will be enough to get the codes I need for the store!  And I know many hands make light work. . . and I am trusting God in this venture. :)

Also, if you have any experience with zen cart or setting up a store, or even know css/php coding, I would appreciate any help I can get! :)  Thanks again!

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