xquizit_442's Xanga

Thursday, June 30, 2005

Thu, 30 Jun 2005 17:24:13 GMT

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NEW SKIN

Untitled
Here's my latest: retro, colorful, abstract and without a title. Complete with neat rollovers!

SMILIES OR SKIN NOT WORKING?
If you've been using one of my smiley sets or one of the following skins: Travel or Let Her Fly, you may have woken up to an ugly mess or numbers on your Xanga. It appears that Xanga has blocked php encrypted codes which is the method I've been using. Fortunately for us, I've found a solution and have replaced all my old encrypted codes with new working codes using a different encryption method. Now you just have to go back and remove the old scrambled code with the new codes I've provided. For further information and instruction on how to fix this, refer to Sherry Vu's Xanga. I apologize for the inconvience.

BROKEN/SLOW LOADING IMAGES?
If you're experiencing slow loading or broken images within your skins, smilies, eprop icons or this Xanga site, it is because the Xangans server that my images are hosted on is either undergoing maintenance or experiencing problems or downtime. Please be patient as things will be back to normal soon. Thank you.

Sunday, June 26, 2005

Sun, 26 Jun 2005 19:37:50 GMT

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NEW SKINS

fortheloveofHIPHOP
This sleek and simple skin serves as my very own personal ode to hip-hop music. It features hip-hop classics from KRS-One, Tribe Called Quest, Black Sheep, and Eric B. & Rakim. Only for the real hip-hop heads out there!

Decayed Thoughts
In contrast to the previous skin, this one is dirty, grungy, and dark.

BROKEN LINKS, MUSIC, ETC. HAS BEEN FIXED
As you may or may not have noticed, there have been a few problems with the site while I was away. Some of the links on the right were broken, the music wasn't working, images were broken, blazay blazay blah but it's all been fixed now. Meaning eprops, cursors, smilies are back!

MORE SOON
I know I haven't been updating as much as used to but things have been rather hectic with work, my promotion as admin at both Createblog and CliqueMB, summer break, and my new found freedom as a single girl. And of course, with that freedom comes a lot of drama. So I've found myself to be more busy than usual and I just haven't had the time to work on any new goodies for you guys. Just bear with me, I will try to release new stuff periodically.

Wednesday, May 04, 2005

Wed, 04 May 2005 19:03:40 GMT

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I'M BACK... AND I MEAN IT THIS TIME
Sorry bout the long wait but I'm back for good this time... I think. I just finished up my semester last Friday, got my grades in yesterday, and have been relaxing ever since. For those who care, I got a 3.54!

So you all know what that means. I'll be back making layouts and other goodies for you in no time. This doesn't mean that you can flood me with questions and requests, however. Please don't mistake me from someone who sits on the computer all day. I do have a job and a life and I really don't have the time to be answering every single one of your questions and fulfillng all your requests. If you have questions about Xanga, graphics, layouts, etc., please redirect all your questions to Createblog.com.

MYSPACE LAYOUTS

Aquamarine

Pretty Pink

Candy Striped

Tantalizing Teal

Yes, that's right. I am now offering MySpace layouts in addition to my Xanga layouts. For those of you who aren't famiiliar, MySpace is an online community where you can share photos, journals, and interests with a growing network of mutual friends.Check it out if you haven't already and sign up!

And for those of you who are wondering, here's my MySpace page: http://myspace.com/missroxanne. Add me.

MORE TO COME
And don't worry kids. There are more Xanga skins, MySpace layouts, cursors, and tutorials on the way. Thank you for your patience.

Thursday, January 06, 2005

Thu, 06 Jan 2005 01:24:58 GMT

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NEW SKIN

Travel (Flash Animation)
This is the first skin I've done that features flash animation. This is one of my favorites and I hope you guys enjoy it!

NEW CODES
Colored Scrollbars
Learn how to color your scrollbars with simple CSS code.
Link Button Codebox
Learn how to post your button and link code for others to grab and put on their sites!

NEW TUTORIALS
Photoshop: Link Buttons
Photoshop: Image Sharpening
Photoshop: Patterns
Yes, 3 brand new tutorials! All of them are techniques I use myself for my designs.

OTHER UPDATES
New Cursors
If you aren't excited yet, I'm sure you'll be excited about this since these cursors seem to be very popular. 2 brand new sets of cursors: transparent and novelty. I've also filled in some of your requests. Check them out.

Also, check out the new iframe on the right. Don't ask me how I did it, I won't tell you. But I'm pointing it out because it features information about me and this site layout, as well as some awards and FAQ and some cam images of yours truly.

MORE TO COME
I'm still in the middle of coding some more layouts and working on some tutorials for Flash as well so be on the lookout for those...

Also, keep the cursor and eprop requests coming.

Thursday, December 23, 2004

Thu, 23 Dec 2004 21:26:14 GMT

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

I know not everyone here celebrates Christmas. Some of you may celebrate Hannakuh, Kwanza, or something else but whichever holiday it is that you celebrate, let it be a safe and merry one. With lots of love, Roxanne.

MY GIFT TO YOU
Fun and Animated Smilies
Mini Smilies by Xquizit
The first set are some more fun smilies I found on this guy's site and have put them together for your use. I've also made a brand new set for you guys in a variety of colors. Here's just a sample:

Just in time for Christmas. I hope you guys enjoy them. I spent a lot of time making and putting them together for you.

CURSOR & EPROP REQUESTS
I've already filled in a few of your requests for both cursors and eprops. Check them out.

I'm still taking requests. Just leave a comment here telling me what you'd like to see. No specific personal requests, please.

LEAVE ME COMMENTS!
When you view any of the skin or goodies pages, notice the newly added Comments link underneath all the headers. Now you guys can leave comments, questions, etc. about any of my skins or other creations.

Example:

ABOUT THE FREE IPODS
I've been getting a lot of questions about this. Once again, it is not a scam. I've listed all the reasons here.

Thank you to those of you who signed up and completed the offers as one of mine or my boyfriends referrals. I put my boyfriend's link up after I got my 5 referrals and as of yesterday, he completed his. I would like to return the favor to those of you who helped us and put your referral links up on my Xanga. If you're one of these people, just email me at rlabajo@hotmail.com with proof that you've already completed an offer (with a screenshot) and I'll add your link.

Friday, December 10, 2004

Fri, 10 Dec 2004 02:31:26 GMT

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// EDIT

Oh my, someone made a layout of me. *blushes* Check it out!

DID YOU MISS ME?
Of course you did. Well, I apologize for neglecting you guys but I promise that I'll make up for it... starting with the latest updates to this site that I'm sure you all will be excited about.

NEW TUTORIALS
Photoshop: Shockwave
Photoshop: Smilies
Photoshop: Pixel Stretch
Photoshop: Torn Border
Yes, I'm letting you guys in on all my design secrets. With each tutorial, I've uncovered some of the techniques and effects I've used in my skins. There are many more to come.

NEW SKINS

Sensuality
A skin that was inspired by Mos Def for his song "Panties" from his latest album, The New Danger.

Let Her Fly
Hey! Isn't that the layout that used to be up on your Xanga? Oh wait, it is! Jock it and you die.

.kaleidoscope (4 versions)
Some tinsy winsy layouts I came up with while creating tutorials for you guys. Not for the visually impaired.

OTHER UPDATES
New Cursors
New Music
I've added a few new cursors and have updated the music page to include the music featured here.

OMG XQUIZIT, YOU'RE THE BEST!
I know, I know. Just wanted to thank you guys for your continued support and kind comments and for being patient with me. I really do appreciate everything! I hope that you guys find the latest additions useful. Please leave some feedback.

EVERYONE READ THIS
Before I go, I just wanted to announce a few things. First of all, if you've sent me an email in the last... lets say... 2 months, I have not recieved it because my previous email account died. If you want to try again, please send them to: rlabajo@hotmail.com.

Secondly, please don't abuse my chatango. If you have specific questions about something you see here, please email me or IM me. Check my Contact Me module on the right.

And just a reminder. I'm not taking requests at the moment so please don't ask unless you're willing to provide compensation. Also, do not contact me with questions that aren't related to the skins/scripts/codes/goodies/tutorial featured on this site. I will ignore you if this happens.

Lastly, because I am very busy, it may take me a long time to respond to your questions, if at all. Your best bet is to post your questions at Createblog.com and I'm sure someone there would be happy to assist you.

Thanks.

Sunday, October 24, 2004

Sun, 24 Oct 2004 22:06:24 GMT

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SITE UPDATES
I am slowly making changes to make it even more bigger and easy to navigate than before. If you look at the modules to your right, you'll notice I added 2 new sections: Goodies and Tutorials. As you can see, in the Goodies section, I've added custom cursors and new custom eprop icons. In the Tutorials section, I've added 2 new Photoshop tutorials.

NEW GOODIES
Custom Eprop Icons
Here you can find icons to replace the default eprop icons with. The icons provided include tacos, Bart Simpson, beating heart, and more. Check it out.

NEW TUTORIALS
Photoshop: Grungy Pixel Effect
Photoshop: Halftone Effect
Both of these techniques have been used in my previous skins including "Prototype // I think I'm in love again", "Kill Our Kittens Plz", and "That Girl is Poison". Look out for more tutorials in the near future.

NEW SKINS
As you already know, I'm a college student and unfortunately, I don't have as much free time as I'd like. However, I am doing my best to continue to release quality skins for you guys. No, I'm not taking requests at the moment but I am thinking up a lot of great and innovative themes for your skins.

I have been working on and off on my latest skin, which I'm thinking about incorporating a little flash into. Be on the lookout for that. I will also be releasing the "Let Her Fly" skin very soon, which was the previous layout I had up for this Xanga.

SITE STATS
I'm not sure if you guys have noticed, but last weekend marked the 6 month anniversary of Xquizit_442 Skins & Scripts. Thanks to all of you, it's become a major success!

Total Visits	301,273
Average Visits per day:	2,041
Total Page Views	432,112
Average Page Views per day:	2,727
Source: Sitemeter
Total Subscribers:	4,769
Source: Xanga
Total Blogring Members:	221
Source: Xanga Blogrings

Sunday, October 24, 2004

Sun, 24 Oct 2004 02:32:00 GMT

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NEW SKIN

Prototype
Another "fashion" skin featuring a stunning Versace model. Just click it already... and tell me what you think.

NEW CODE/SCRIPT
Thumbnail Image Gallery
Here it is, for those who have been asking for it.

FREE IPOD!
CLICK NOW!!! CLICK NOW!!! CLICK NOW!!! CLICK NOW!!!
CLICK NOW!!! CLICK NOW!!! CLICK NOW!!! CLICK NOW!!!
If you sign up via this link and complete one offer with me as your referrer, I will be forever grateful and will advertise your link on this site, if desired. Just contact me via comment or email upon offer completion. Thanks!

No, it's not a scam. I wouldn't tell you guys to sign up for a scam, would I? Read about it from Wired News Magazine.

GUESS WHO'S TURNING 21?
Hehe. Me, you dummies! On October 11 to be exact. Well... what are you waiting for?
1) Click to view my Amazon.com Wishlist
2) Click to make a donation
Just in case you were interested in helping me celebrate.

JOCKERS
missxla0xpimpette
Flip_NesSa
minijeffer
aznqtgrace who claimed to make this
Please reread the terms of use to your right. I will continue to post your Xangas until the proper changes are made. kthxbi.

Wednesday, September 08, 2004

Wed, 08 Sep 2004 04:07:49 GMT

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NEW SKIN

Think Different
This one is a bit different from all my other skins. Now that I am officially an art student, I thought I'd do something a lil more "artsy". This one is very simple and abstract and I hope you guys will enjoy it. Be sure to check out the working preview to experience the navigational rollovers (move your mouse over the paint dabs below the banner). Pretty cool, huh?

SMILIES
You guys may have noticed that I am no longer distributing smilies. I may bring them back up later but for now, you can pick up other cute smilie sets at Xanga Scripts @ Createblog.com.

BUSY BUSY BUSY!
Expect the skin making to be a lot slower than usual. School is really taking up a lot of my time. This also makes it difficult for me to answer all your questions so if I don't respond, please don't take it personal. I have a very busy semester ahead and right now my priority is school, not Xanga. That may be hard to believe. You probably have better luck getting help and a quicker response at Createblog.com.

THANKS EVERYONE
Before I end this update, I just wanted to say that I really appreciate all the love ya'll been sending my way. After a long day of classes, its nice to come back to my computer and read all the great feedback. Much love. <3<3<3

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SPECIAL PLUG: CHATANGO
Chatango is a new way to make contact with people online. It works just like one of those IM products, but doesn't require a download, and is accessible from any computer!

It's a customizable chat window which you can embed directly into your blogs and posts simply by copying and pasting a small bit of HTML code. Connect with people on the very page they came to visit and chat with visitors and friends.

Here it is in action:

I'm trying to get the word about this nifty tool. It's free, fully customizable, and is great for you Xangans who want to chat with your visitors! Sign up for one if you haven't yet! If you have any questions about Chatango, ask this guy, the founder of Chatango.

Wednesday, September 01, 2004

Wed, 01 Sep 2004 13:25:26 GMT

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NEW CODES/SCRIPTS
Drop Down Music Playlist
This is the exact script I edited and used which you can see a working preview of to your left.. If this script doesn't work for you, please double check to make sure all your music links are working.

Music URLs Featured Here
I'm happy to see that you guys are really feeling the music I have on this site. Since so many of you have been asking for them, I've linked them all here for your convenience. Enjoy.

BACK 2 SCHOOL
So today was my first day of class and so far it seems like its going to be a hectic semester. I commute about 3 hours to and back from college on the subway and I'm taking some tough courses including:

Design I
Drawing I
Software Lab: Illustrator & Freehand
Video Production II
General Psychology
Intro to Social Sciences

And why do I tell you all this? Well, this probably means that I won't have much free time to work on layouts and even less time answering your questions. Expect new skins only every other week or so. You may continue to post your requests here but please keep in mind that I will not be able to complete all of them.

XANGA HELP
As you can see, I get about 100+ comments/questions every few days and it's very time consuming to answer all of them. If you have questions regarding one of my skins or scripts/codes, you may post them here and I'll try to answer them at my earliest convenience. All other questions regarding your Xanga, please post them at Createblog.com. This is to make my job easier and to better assist you guys. Please do not message me with questions regarding codes/scripts and skins outside this site (i.e. don't ask me to code your layout for you, etc.) or you will be ignored. I just don't have time to help everyone with their Xangas.

Again, this is NOT a Xanga Help site. Please visit Createblog.com for help.

Oh, and sign up for a Chatango if you haven't yet.