Marie from Mom Soap Box and Mommy Community asked me some questions via video. You can see the Cross Vlog Convo part one at her site. I’ve answered her questions and left a couple for her in the embedded video.
It’s just a casual, getting to know you, conversation right now; but you never know what [...]

This Simple Vlogging Podcast 23 is a behind the scenes look at my green screen studio.
Any of you use green screen? Any questions or tips?

Here’s my Monday Mingle for this week.
1. Do your kids have chores? Do you pay them to do chores?
2. Were you in Girl Scouts/Brownies or Boy Scouts? Are your kids? Favorite Girl Scout Cookie?
3. Does your family go camping? If so, do you have a funny/interesting experience?
If you have a bunch of videos [...]

Below is the link-up for your 1 minute videos. Here’s something I learned this morning- It takes a long time for a video to be available on Vimeo if you are using their free service. Much longer than any other site has ever taken me. I’ll embed mine as soon as it’s available.
Next week’s challenge: [...]

Here is my Simple Vlogging Podcast #22 with 3 more tips on how to get more attention for your video as I promised when I talked about How To Tag Your Videos.
It has to do with comments, tags, and descriptions.
Feel free to leave a comment with any questions!

This week’s Monday Mingle is about gardening, drink preferences, nationality, and Olympics – quite a mix!
If you want to join in visit eightymphmom.com.
Do you have any videos that fit a Vlogging Challenge? Feel free to link them! Tomorrow’s link- up is for a one minute video with no editing or even moving.

Below is the link-up for your videos with food in them. Anything food related. I embedded one of the first vlogs I ever made from October 2008. It’s “How To Make Cookies In Less Than 10 Minutes” and the video itself is 6 minutes long! A definite no-no now.
Next week’s challenge: Make a [...]

Here is my Simple Vlogging Podcast episode 21.  I’ve been a slacker these past couple weeks, but now I’m getting back in the groove.
This episode is about tagging your videos/vlogs so that they are found easier and watched more. Always a good thing, right?
Tell me, do you tag your videos?  Any tips you would add? [...]

If you’ve been keeping track of me at all you’ll know that I have a live show on MomTV.com. I now go live every Friday at 2 pm EST for about 30 minutes.
This past week I talked about these tips for going live [video embedded above]:

1. Have a main topic for your show.
2. Have a [...]

It took me awhile to get this video ready because I was trying out the Muvee editing software.  It was too simple so I went back to Pinnacle software.  More about that another day.
Monday Mingle is hosted by eightymphmom.com – everyone is welcome to join in!
This weekly meme is a great way to get ideas [...]

Have you ever met someone who doesn’t like Hallmark? I’ve never talked to anyone that doesn’t think Hallmark is great. They were a sponsor of the Blissdom Conference and had a booth set up to do interviews with bloggers.
They had my attention as soon as I saw the camera. The ladies were all very nice, [...]

Below is the link-up for your videos with at least one transition. This is a bit of a trick because a cut is a transition. So as long as you put two clips together you have a transition. Embedded above is a video where I show you the 4 Types of Transitions. If you prefer [...]

Embedded above this post is my Monday Mingle for this week.
Once you’ve made a video for a meme how much use can you get from it? I’m primarily thinking of Monday Mingle, but this could apply to many memes.

1. A post on your own site
2. Video content on a couple host sites
3. A link on [...]

Below is the link-up for your videos with or about animals. This should be a pretty easy one – even if you don’t have a real animal.  I’d find it hard to believe that someone has no stuffed animals and no friends with animals. A video of our pets is embedded above this post.
Next week’s [...]

Below is the link-up for your videos with written words. Were you able to edit? Embedded is my video about words. Warning: It’s kind of corny.
Next week’s challenge: Animals! [Yes, Alexes I got this idea from you. ] Any animal – yours, the neighbors, even a stuffed one!
This is the last Thursday of January [...]

Monday Mingle is hosted by eightymphmom.com. Here’s this week’s questions:
1. Would you accept an invitation to do a survivor show? What would you hate most about being on the show?
2. When/how did you learn to ride a bicycle?
3. What do you want to have accomplished (personally) in your lifetime?

One of my fellow speakers for the vlogging workshop at Blissdom is Danielle Smith. You can find her at ExtraodinaryMommy.com where she just started a new series.
Her new series is called Talk Live and she wants to help you with public speaking and video speaking – to be more comfortable when you are live. I’ve embedded [...]

Below is the link-up for your weather related videos from last week’s challenge.  I’m excited to see what you did! I embedded a video montage I made from some clips I took in December.
Next week’s challenge is to add your site url and/or a title to your video.  This involves editing! Don’t be scared. I [...]

Simple Vlogging Podcast 20

It’s time for another Monday Mingle! It’s hosted by eightymphmom and everyone is invited to join in.

When going out to breakfast at a restaurant, what do you typically order?
What style/type of house is your favorite? What room or accessory must your dream house have?
How many houses have you lived in?

I’m pretty late this week because [...]

The link-up below is for the challenge issued last week – Make an About Video.
Remember that your video must be hosted on MomTV in order for it to be eligible for the monthly prize.  More info is on the Challenge Page.
Your challenge for next week - as stated in the video – is to do a weather related [...]

This is my Simple Vlogging Podcast 19 and my first attempt at using green screen.  It will get better!
I can’t find the exact iJustine video that I remember, but in this video at 00:57 she shows her green screen set-up.
Make an effort to have a nice background, but don’t let your lack of great background [...]

This is a weekly meme hosted at eightymphmom.com.  Everyone is welcome!  Bring your friends!
The 3 questions cover cars, cities, and BlogHer.
Tip for me that I’m sharing with you: It’s okay to make the video before Monday.  Plus, it really helps if you remember to do it before Monday morning.

Are you ready for the challenge? Then you will need to make an about video – watch the video for more info.  The link-up for this challenge will go live next Thur., January 14, 2009.
You can find all the details on the Challenge Page and code for the button.  Or you can just right-click and [...]

Simple Vlogging Podcast 18 encouraging new people to try vlogging.
This Friday is the second of the month so I will be live on MomTV at 2pm EST!  Hope to see you there.

I filmed this very quickly when I was tired and all the millions of things I need to do was running through my head.
Sorry about the light streaks – I should have closed the blinds tighter.
The Vlogging Challenge will go live this Thursday!

In my Simple Vlogging Podcast 17 I show you my new gorilla pod and how I used a cheap microphone to try to make the sound better.
Here’s the link to the Web Video Secrets Podcast that I reference in my podcast – How To Get Great Audio If Your Camera Only Has A Built-in Microphone.

This is the Simple Vlogging Podcast 16 reminding you to get your camera ready to record before Christmas morning.

I’m pleased to announce that I have finished writing my first ebook! How can you get this wonderful new ebook?  Sign up for my mailing list with the form on the lower right side of my home page.
Let me take a moment right now and say a big thank you to Tina from Beyond the [...]

Last formal Monday Mingle for this year.  Hosted by eightymphmom.com. In January I’ll be starting a Vlogging Challenge in January and I’d love to have everyone join in.  Check out the Challenge page for more info.
1. What three things are on the top of your holiday wish list?
2. What are you doing for the holidays? [...]

This is the replay of my only live show for December.
The official topic is what bugs you in videos. We listed a bunch, but then we just chatted about vlogging.  It was fun even though I was totally unfocused and spazzing out.
Special thanks to Teresa, Cheryl, Kia, and Yoly!

This meme is from Fiona at BanteringBlonde.  I’m going to start a vlogging challenge meme in January.  Meanwhile Casual Friday is bouncing around while Fiona is busy, and she said that I could host it this week. Thanks Fiona!
Did you do any vlogs this week?  Please link it here!  Casual Friday Videos can be about [...]

This Simple Vlogging Podcast 15 contains tips that pertain to blogging and vlogging.
I tell you what is best and it’s obviously a “do what I say not what I do” kind of moment.

Kari from A Giveaway Addicted Mommy asked this question in the comments:
Ok – so here is my question for you since I have taped 3 mingles and have not published any because…. Every time my nose looks HUGE. It isn’t that big in real life but when I watch the playback I swear it takes [...]

Two weeks in a row I have a mingle ready on Monday.  I am on a roll!  Make sure you check out the other links at EightyMPHMom.
2. Do you wear perfume or cologne? What scent(s)?
3. How many speeding tickets have you gotten in your life?
4. Do you go fishing? Do you like to fish?
5. What [...]

Sarah and I started making vlogs at about the same time. Because of our videos we were able to recognize each other right away when we met at a a conference.  Even though we both love to make videos we were a bit nervous about the interview until we saw each other – then we [...]

Simple Vlogging Podcast Episode 14
Do you have an area that is ready whenever you want to make a video?

Because of Monday Mingle!
See the questions and link up at EightyMPHmom.

It’s hard to make beautiful videos if your computer freezes up all the time.  I know I’m not the only person to have this problem.  Better editing software means you need a better computer to operate it.
5 Minutes for Mom is giving away an HP TouchSmart 600, and I’m guessing that a vlogger could make [...]

A 30 second video with lots of pictures to illustrate.

Yoly has only been making vlogs for a month or two. In that short amount of time she has become so much more comfortable with making videos.  She even has a live show on MomTV!
Her site - Cuponeando.net – is about deals, coupons, and much more.  In the interview she tells why she started a Spanish [...]

It really bothers me when people that want to make a video let their looks – or how they feel they look – stop them.
This is the Simple Vlogging Tips Podcast 13.
Thanks for watching!  Please leave a comment.
You might enjoy my podcast titled 10 Tips To Be More Comfortable on Camera.

I joined a group on Vimeo called 5 Vignettes.  Here’s their description:
A variety of the ‘5 Vignettes’ videos by the users of Vimeo.
5 short, 5 second clips — no music — and try not to use clips you’ve used before
My first one I attempted is embedded above this post.  It was easier than I expected. [...]

If you know how to compose a still image use those same principles for video.  In this Simple Vlogging Podcast number 12 I remind you of 5 tips to use when framing your video.
You can contact me on Twitter @jendisjournal or by email to jendi@simplevloggingtips.com
Thanks for watching.  Now go and make a video!
You can contact [...]

This is my Simple Vlogging Podcast episode 11.
Please leave a comment!

I missed making videos last week!  Might sound crazy to you, but it’s something I enjoy.
Find out why in my simple tip video.

minus C, U, X, and Y – I’m still working on those four.
This is the recording of my live show from October 23, 2009.
It’s a free preview of an ebook I’m working on.

It was an exciting week last week.  This week’s been busy with work, but a good week.
In the video I tell you a bit about what I won and what I’ve been doing.
How are things going with you?

This is my Simple Vlogging Podcast episode #10.
Gonna talk a bit about editing and 4 types of video transitions.
If you want to read a bit more about it I wrote a post titled Not All Transitions Should Be Dreaded.
I’d love to hear from you in the comments. Don’t forget to subscribe to my feed so [...]

I’ve been hearing more and more people say that Web 3.0 is video.  It makes sense to me.  Partly because the next generation, i.e. my children, LOVE video and making videos.
Embedded above is a video my daughter did when she was four. [I admit that I edited it. ]  She imitated what she sees [...]

Yes, you can make a slideshow of pictures. Nothing wrong with that. BUT some people feel that, “we are so-o past that!” One way you can jazz up your slideshow is to mix some video clips with stills and add some narration.
What do you think of my mixture in my NYC video?
I use Windows Movie [...]

Welcome to my Simple Vlogging Podcast. This is episode #9.
One thing a busy mom does not have is a lot of time.  If making a vlog takes hours than most moms are not going to do it.  How can you make a good vlog or video in a short amount of time?
Watch the entire podcast [...]

I love to find other ladies that enjoy vlogging!
Today I embedded my first Monday Mingle on this page. It’s personal information – not vlogging tips. [You can find out more about my engagement here.] I posted it to show you how you can have fun and interact with others through video/vlogs. EightymphMom makes it easy [...]

A great tip from a gracious lady. She was very relaxed – and funny – in front of people and the camera.
You can buy her newest cookbook in many places including Amazon. It’s called Robin Rescues Dinner: 52 Weeks of Quick-Fix Meals, 350 Recipes, and a Realistic Plan to Get Weeknight Dinners on the Table.

These are the show notes for episode #8 of my Simple Vlogging Podcast.
This week let’s talk about perfectionism.
Does perfectionism keep you from making a video? Are you waiting for just the right time, just the right background, just the right thing to say? Stop waiting and just push record. Having a bad [...]

I have a short trip this week and next week so I’m starting a new category/series titled Vlogging on the Go.  I’m taking my camera [of course] and will be recording video. I’m excited to share tips with you!
This first tip is about making sure you have everything you need before you leave your house.

I love to watch Carrie’s videos.  Her energy and enthusiasm comes right through the screen and gets me fired up!
I watched this video at just the right time.  I’d been watching several accomplished vloggers/podcasters and was having a pity party.  ”What do I know?”  Then I listened to Carrie and a light bulb turned on. [...]

Some of my favorite online people came and chatted with me during my live show today!  Thank you @thriftygeek,ÂAmyThue, @RealLifeSarah, @BabiesGottaHavT.  Thank you to the new ladies that came.  I’m sorry, I forgot to ask for Twitter names.
We talked statistics about why you should add video.  We talked cameras, editing, how to start, where to upload, [...]

Here is the SimpleVloggingPodcast #7.
This week I’d like to ask you, Are you moving the camera too fast?
This Friday, Sept. 11, 2009 at 2 pm EST I will be live on MomTV.com Please stop by and chat through text or your webcam.
If anyone has a question feel free to leave it in a comment or [...]

Welcome to my first SnazL Party!  I’m so glad you came.  If you are here during the party (2 – 3:00pm EST) please click chat and talk to us.  If you arrived after the party is over you can still watch the clips and scroll through the chat.

It doesn’t matter if you don’t know how to use every setting on your camera.  It doesn’t matter what kind of camera you have. Push record and make a vlog then join in the linky!
It can be from any day of the week. Believe me, I know. It’s actually pretty amazing that I have this [...]

You are cordially [begged] invited to my Snazl party tomorrow!  The video invite is embedded above.  Below is a short clip I made for SayitFacetoFace of me talking about SnazL.
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PNGb-yJVnEw

Here is the sixth episode of my simple vlogging podcast.
This week I’d like to chat about animation in your video – not cartoon characters – you – being animated in your video. Do you wake up your face before you start vlogging?
This Friday, Sept. 4 at 2 pm EST I’m hosting my first Snazl [...]

This is straight from Kelly and Mom’s Talk Network. I couldn’t think of anything to add, but if you have questions please ask in the comments.  Just click the comment button to the left of the video and scroll down to the white box.
If you’re reading this in a reader click through to watch her totally [...]

This is the replay of my live show through MomTV.
When you do product reviews on video:
Do…

1. have the product out of the box
2. know how to operate it
3. have an opinion of what’s good and not so good about it
4. tell about it in your own words instead of reading ad copy
5. tell others where [...]

This is the new promo for my live show.
For tomorrow’s live show I’d love to chat with you about doing product reviews on video.
Go to MomTV at 2:00pm EST on Friday, Aug. 28, 2009.

Two things to tell you:

If you can blog it you can vlog it.
Just have fun with it!

…and bloopers
You can watch the whole tip video from my site.

This is the show notes for my fifth podcast.
My topic this week is “topics.” Where can you find topics to vlog about?  My short answer is if you can write about it you can video it so if you can blog it you can vlog it.
This Friday, August 28, 2009 at 2:00pm EST I [...]

Last week I had a ton of fun interacting with the other ladies at 5 Minutes for Mom’s SnazL Party.  During the party I set up my SnazL profile.  This week I embedded their party about online friends on my site.  Next week I might throw my own party!
To get an idea what a SnazL [...]

This is the Stickam recording of my second live show.  Video quality really stinks so just open it in a different window and listen instead of watching.  Please remember two things: 1.  there are ladies in the audience texting me – that’s why I’m responding and laughing and 2. this is live I only have [...]

This is Wendy from Babies Gotta Have It.  I first saw her videos on Newbaby when Kate couldn’t even sit up.  I still like watching her even though I have no use for diaper bags or strollers. LOL  She’s just fun to watch and, okay, I admit I love her curly hair.  
I think she should [...]

Want to know a simple thing to do that will dramatically improve your videos?
Just set the camera down!
Watch the podcast at my site.
This Friday, August 14, 2009. I will be live on Mom TV . Come, hang out with me, share your tips or questions. 
Do you need a blog to showcase your videos? Mom Webs is [...]

Once again the thumbnail has my mouth wide open. It’s the law of thumbnails I think.
This week I’m responding to a question from Heidi: “I have often wanted to get into vlogging. My husband has done some with his gardening and furniture making stuff! One of the things that REALLY bugs me about watching other [...]

MomTV is updating some things and asked for a 1 minute video. There is to be a collection on their front page from all the live shows! Hopefully this will result in some sponsors.
Click here to watch the promo I created.
Isn’t that a lovely freeze with my mouth wide open. LOL
The replay is [...]

Melitsa from play-activities.com asked “Can you talk about using music in vlogs?” I’m seeing more vlogs that use a theme tune or little tune between the opening credits and the start of the vlog. What are your thoughts about doing that? And how do you do it? Thanks!
Watch the complete podcast here.
It is not legal [...]

Some final thoughts that aren’t in the other tips, but I think are kind of important.  Watch video tip.
You’ve shot a video that’s usable. You’ve edited it, watched it all the way through, and saved it again. Now you’re ready to upload it.

Starting a new adventure – 3 actually.
The first is one you already know – I’m starting a podcast. I’m hoping to have one a week and talk about something related to making videos each time.
The second is that I’m starting a website. This site! I started it because I want to encourage other mothers, [...]

It’s always helpful to have an outline worked out before you start filming.
Part of a series I created for NewBaby.com.

Talking about backgrounds for your vlogs.
Part of a series I created for NewBaby.com.

Simple lighting examples.
Part of a series I created for NewBaby.com.

There are people who always film just as they are. I’m happy for them, but I prefer to make myself look better before filming.
Part of a series I created for NewBaby.com.

Please set the camera down! Please! I beg you. It will make your video so-o much nicer!
Part of a series I created for NewBaby.com.

If possible make sure it is quiet where you are filming.
Part of a series I created for NewBaby.com.

This video shows you every step I take to edit these tips with Windows Movie Maker.
Part of a series I created for NewBaby.com.

This tip is about keeping your vlog short.
Part of the series I created for NewBaby.com.