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Tara Jacobsen
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Grandberry to two adorable girls, dog and cat mom, artist, blogger. I spend my time making content and obsessing over my stats. www.ArtsyFartsyLife.com
Looking At Pinterest Data - Saves or Outbound Clicks

I was playing around with the PinClicks Chrome Extension the other day (if you’re not using it yet, you should be), and I noticed something interesting!
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Looking At Pinterest Data - Saves or Outbound Clicks
Pinterest Loves Saves, But I Love Clicks, What This Metric Reveals
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September 10, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Let's Talk The Pinterest Algorithm

The Pinterest algorithm is the hot topic right now - and everyone seems to have an opinion. But what if the advice you’re hearing is based more on panic than proof?

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Let's Talk The Pinterest Algorithm
And Why Deleting Your Pins Might Be the Worst Advice Out There
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September 7, 2025 at 1:41 PM
How I Use AI for Pinterest Images

Okay, let’s talk about something FUN and a little controversial… AI and Pinterest. Yep, I said it. The robots have entered the craft room - and no, they’re not here to steal your glue gun. They’re here to help!

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How I Use AI for Pinterest Images
(Without Selling My Soul to the Robots)
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August 23, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Let's Talk Pinterest Templates - If It Takes You 2 Hours to Make 5 Pins, You Need Better Pinterest Templates

I see it all the time in the Facebook groups: "It takes me two hours to make five Pinterest pins!"

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Let's Talk Pinterest Templates
If It Takes You 2 Hours to Make 5 Pins, You Need Better Pinterest Templates
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August 19, 2025 at 11:41 PM
All The Cool Software I Use For My Pinterest Empire

Okay, bestie - grab your coffee (or wine, no judgment) because I'm spilling the glitter on all the software I use to run my Pinterest biz like a queen with a dashboard and a dream.

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All The Cool Software I Use For My Pinterest Empire
Also known as my Pinterest Tech Stack!
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August 18, 2025 at 12:16 AM
How I Post & Schedule on Pinterest (and What Actually Works)

I have never been on a platform with so much controversy about how to publish a dang post! But here is my best take on posting to Pinterest!

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How I Post & Schedule on Pinterest
(and What Actually Works)
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August 15, 2025 at 12:52 PM
Pinterest Pin Sizes - Sometimes size does matter!

If you’ve been on Pinterest for any length of time, you’ve probably heard it: Pinterest wants a 2:3 aspect ratio. That’s been the official recommendation forever, and it’s still the gold standard today.

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Pinterest Pin Sizes
Sometimes size does matter!
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August 11, 2025 at 3:02 PM
What’s Your Pinterest Goal?

Here’s the truth: if you understand exactly what you’re trying to accomplish on Pinterest, you can make pins, choose keywords, do SEO, and set up your strategy in a way that actually gets you the results you want.

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What’s Your Pinterest Goal? (And Why It Changes Everything)
Pinterest can do a lot of things... just not all at the same time!
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August 10, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Today I want to talk about AI art and the fact that AI ALREADY ate the internet!
March 28, 2025 at 12:38 PM
10 Ways To Do A Grocery Budget Glow-Up... Lots of little ideas add up to big savings!
10 Ways To Do A Grocery Budget Glow-Up
How to Eat Well Without Going Broke!
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February 27, 2025 at 3:13 PM
We saw an amazing display about this in the History Colorado Center years ago. Was chilling to realize that Americans were incarcerated for their race.
Over 120,000 Japanese Americans forced into imprisonment in internment camps simply because they were of Japanese heritage.
On this Day of Remembrance, we honor the 120,000 Japanese Americans unjustly imprisoned during WWII because of their heritage. Their resilience remind us to never forget the lessons of history. We will continue to fight for justice, equality, and civil rights for all.
February 20, 2025 at 2:35 PM
12 Old School Frugal Hacks That Still Work Today! Rudy and Lily Mae knew how to stretch a dollar!
12 Old School Frugal Hacks That Still Work Today
My grandparents, Rudy and Lily Mae knew how to stretch a dollar!
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February 20, 2025 at 1:50 PM
8 Ways to Make Your Home Smell Like a Fancy Boutique (for Pennies!) I LOVE a stinky home!!!
8 Ways to Make Your Home Smell Like a Fancy Boutique (for Pennies!)
I LOVE having fun scents around even though I am a "low smeller"!
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February 17, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Spending Freezes: How to Stop Buying Random Stuff and Actually Use What You Have ... I am on a year long craft supplies spending spree... I FOR SURE have enough already!
Spending Freezes: How to Stop Buying Random Stuff and Actually Use What You Have
Breaking the cycle of spending!
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February 9, 2025 at 4:06 PM
When You Set Your Mind To Things - Do you need to get something done?!?!?!

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When You Set Your Mind To Things
Not too many, not that often
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February 7, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Here is some pictures the last couple of days on my cruise! My friend Deb is sick of the damn paparazzi! We had a lovely time in Grand Cayman and I got kidnapped in Jamaica (kinda sorta) check out the newsletter coming today!
February 1, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Some exciting news from your Lizzy!
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Some exciting news from your Lizzy!
(It's a new book!)
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January 25, 2025 at 12:59 AM
Quirky Creatures - Under the Sea Freebies

Dive into the whimsical world of quirky ocean creatures with these totally free underwater-themed printables!

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Quirky Creatures - Under the Sea Freebies
Dive into the whimsical world of quirky ocean creatures with these totally free underwater-themed printables!
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January 13, 2025 at 4:04 PM
I did a thing! I got my art tattooed on my arm around the date that we adopted our kids!
January 10, 2025 at 1:20 AM
10 Things To Do With Christmas Cards After The Holidays Are Over

Instead of tossing your Christmas cards into the recycling bin, why not get creative and give them a second life? From charming DIY decor to fun craft projects!

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10 Things To Do With Christmas Cards After The Holidays Are Over
The holiday season is full of love, laughter, and, let’s face it, an abundance of Christmas cards! Instead of tossing those festive beauties into the recycling bin, why not get creative and give them ...
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December 22, 2024 at 3:42 PM
How To Make Margaritaville Scent With Essential Oils

Ah, Margaritaville… that state of mind where troubles melt away like ice in a blender, and life is all about flip-flops, sunshine, and good vibes!

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How To Make Margaritaville Scent With Essential Oils
Ah, Margaritaville… that state of mind where troubles melt away like ice in a blender, and life is all about flip-flops, sunshine, and good vibes! Smelling that scent I am instantly transported to tha...
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November 28, 2024 at 10:01 PM
Altered Books 101 - Starting An Altered Book Tutorial
Old books hold a charm all their own, but what if you could breathe new life into them? Welcome to a step-by-step guide!
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Altered Books 101 - Starting An Altered Book Tutorial
Old books hold a charm all their own, but what if you could breathe new life into them? Welcome to a step-by-step guide on transforming worn-out tomes into personalized works of art through the fascin...
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November 27, 2024 at 3:01 PM
"Creativity takes courage." – Henri Matisse
November 27, 2024 at 1:14 PM
Our amazing daughter Brittany got us a gift of pictures with our Grandkids! It was super fun and easy (black shirts and blue jeans) and we LOVE the pictures! If you are in Tampa for sure check out the wonderful photographer... www.instagram.com/meghleephoto...
November 27, 2024 at 12:17 AM
More bunnies eating strawberries slo-mo… gotta say this is my favorite vibe!
November 26, 2024 at 3:16 AM