shameless self promotion
I lied--so sorry. I said my next post was going to be crafty for sure and even gave you a peek at that cute pink birdie. But I just couldn't get that project finished yet, and what? Has it been almost a week since my last post? Lordy, lordy.
Have you heard of Artful Blogging? It is an absolutely beautiful magazine with almost no advertising and loaded with photos. I bought my first copy last summer when Alicia mentioned she would be in it. What a visual treat this magazine is--dedicated to bloggers of all kinds. When I got the email from the editor asking if I would want to be included, well...I jumped out of my chair and did an impressive jig right then and there--much to the amazement of my family who were wondering what in the world had gotten into me (really, they stared with wide eyes and mouths agape) I was seriously honored to be asked. The icing on the cake is that one of my photos made the cover even. The pincushions on the lower right.
This is the summer issue and comes out May 1st. You can find it at bookstores that carry magazines or at certain craft stores--I found my copy last year at JoAnns. Here's a link to more info. and a peek inside. Thanks for letting me indulge a little ;)
Ok, next post: the pink bird mystery revealed.
Positively AWESOME! Congratulations!!! It is inevitable that such talent as yours is noticed. :-)
Posted by: Renna | April 20, 2008 at 06:37 PM
Absolutely right that you be included. I love your blog! It inspires me every time I read it and I'm looking forward to this issue of Artful blogging. Congratulations!!
Posted by: Deborah | April 20, 2008 at 10:08 PM
congratulations toni, that is very exciting. i can't wait to get my copy.
Posted by: Jen b | April 21, 2008 at 12:41 AM
Ohhh...they know talent when they see one.
A BIG congratulation and a warm hug from Sweden!
:-)
Kram Bea
Posted by: Bea | April 21, 2008 at 12:46 AM
How exciting! Congratulations!
Posted by: jac | April 21, 2008 at 04:41 AM
Wow, how wonderful!! Congratulations!!
Posted by: T | April 21, 2008 at 06:05 AM
Woo Hoo! Congratulations! That is so cool. And the pin cushions made the cover too. Wow! I'm happy for you and will get a copy of the magazine. Deja vu': I was at Barnes and Noble this weekend and flipped through the current issue and then put it back on the shelf. So...darn...I'll have to make another trip to the bookstore. :~)
Posted by: Mike | April 21, 2008 at 06:17 AM
How exciting, many congratulations! Your blog is just so lovely and inspiring, most certainly deserving of a spot in the magazine!!
Posted by: Valerina | April 21, 2008 at 07:39 AM
Congratulations!! That is fabulous news! I will definitely have to pick up a copy! :)
Also just made a HUGE announcement on the blog of the "HOLY MOLY" sort, so if you have a moment, stop on by. :)
Kristin
Posted by: kristin | April 21, 2008 at 10:55 AM
Congratulations!!! That is absolutely fabulous! I will have to go get a copy of it when it comes out! :)
Also just made a HUGE announcement on the blog of the "HOLY MOLY" sort, so if you have a moment, stop on by. :)
Kristin
Posted by: kristin | April 21, 2008 at 10:57 AM
woho...good for you...how wonderful...I'm glad you let us know it's out there...I'll be looking for mine.
~simply~
Posted by: simply | April 21, 2008 at 11:27 AM
Hi Toni!!
A Big Congratulations to you!! I have read your lovely blog faithfully for over a year now and I just love it! :o) You and your family have a beautiful week.
Smiles...
Beverly
Posted by: tea time and roses | April 21, 2008 at 02:56 PM
That is so awesome! Congrats!!!!
Posted by: Dawn | April 21, 2008 at 03:34 PM
Wow. That's wonderful!! You certainly deserve it. Congratulations Toni.
Rebecca F.
Posted by: Rebecca F | April 21, 2008 at 04:10 PM
Never heard of the magazine but I'll definitely have to pick up a copy. Bloggers are so inspiring!
Posted by: AJ | April 21, 2008 at 04:10 PM
congratulations--what an honor!
Posted by: lisa leonard | April 21, 2008 at 04:12 PM
i'll be picking up a copy! congrats, toni.
Posted by: erin | April 21, 2008 at 06:16 PM
Congratulations! It is a lovely magazine and I treasure the 2 issues I have. What an honor for you! Enjoy the spotlight!
Posted by: HobbyMommy | April 21, 2008 at 07:21 PM
Oh Toni what a beautiful magazine - I haven't heard of it but I Will be getting this copy - thanks for telling where to find it (that was going to be my first question!). And what an honor - how completely exciting to be invited to participate in an issue and make the cover?! Super wow. Big honor. Can't wait to see it! :)
Posted by: Laura | April 22, 2008 at 08:44 PM
wow wow wow ! CONGRATULATIONS !!!
Is there a way to buy a copy online & have it shipped international ?! or does it come by yearly subscription only
Posted by: SierraMoon | April 23, 2008 at 09:19 AM
I enjoyed your article. I knew I had to visit when I saw the image with the striped socks. Something about maryjanes and striped socks just says "there's a girl I could enjoy reading about" to me :-)
Posted by: Lisa Clarke | April 23, 2008 at 07:05 PM
yay for you!
Posted by: amandajean | April 24, 2008 at 06:44 PM
Congratulations.
Posted by: Natalie | April 25, 2008 at 04:43 AM
I did order from that lady. Again, thanks so much Toni. Hugs
Posted by: SierraMoon | April 26, 2008 at 07:01 PM
I just read the article about your blog in Artful Blogger this evening at the bookstore. I know what you mean about a sewer's block as I have them too, kind of like a writers block I guess. I'll explore your blog in more depth later, just wanted to say how nice it is.
I really like your curtains that were pictured in the article, and I was able to find them on your blog as well.
Pallas
Posted by: Pallas | April 27, 2008 at 09:14 PM