When I first heard of this thing called “Pinterest”, I was
not even remotely interested in “pinning” “stuff” on a “board”. Pinterest was
like a whole new language. At first I just didn’t understand it, or why someone
would want to sit there for hours to look at random STUFF!
And then it happened, I made an account to check out this
new craze, and got immediately hooked! It’s rather ridiculous to think about
how much time us ladies spend on Pinterest, pinning away on boards that we wished
were real. Key word there, “wished”. Pinterest is almost a way for us to live
vicariously, or to live a fake life. Half of the “stuff” we pin on there we
will never buy, can’t afford, or will never make. One of my boards is called
“homes,” where I’ve pinned all these extravagant pictures of rooms and features
I would love to have in a home someday, knowing well enough that these homes
are far out of my reach. It’s just too satisfying to wish and that’s what got
us hooked!
Since today is Cyber Monday and all, we want to offer some
suggestions on how you can use Pinterest to your holiday shopping advantage.
Pinterest just allowed users to create private boards. Therefore, if you are
browsing for the perfect gift for your sister and don’t want her to see it, you
can pin it to your private board. You can create up to three private boards.
Also, you may want to check out “30 Days of Pinspiration.” Every day, for
thirty days, there is a featured “pinner” that shares what inspiration means to
them and you get a look at one of their boards, where they share holiday tips,
recipes and gifts. Lastly, who doesn’t like to snoop? Sneak a peek at your
family and friends’ boards and see what they are wishing for this Christmas
season!
- Were you skeptical of Pinterest at first like me or did you hop right on board?
- What is your take on why Pinterest is so addicting?
- How are you using Pinterest this holiday season?
- Is Pinterest mainly for women?
I look forward to reading what has you pinning or not!
Alexandra Johnson
Project Coordinator
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