Books, Magazines and Bows, OH MY!…
Happy Friday! I am SO FLIPPIN’ EXCITED about the stuff that I get to share with you today! CAUTION: Tooting my own horn up ahead!
A while ago I told you about a book that I working on contributions for. The book is all about coloring and I contributed info and projects that used Copic markers. One of my projects even has a pic of Ellie on it! That book debuted at CHA, even being passed out in the Tim Holtz class. It was killing me knowing that all these people had a copy and I had yet to see it. Fortunately, I have wonderful friends that never complained about getting a few pics to me…and even a copy sent to me {Thanks, Marti!}. Here is the cover of that book {taken from the Design Originals site}…
I am thinking about selling the book on my site {$10}, but I am looking to see what kind of interest there is first. So, if you are one of the people that actually reads blog post *wink* and you are interested, you will please say so in a comment?
Then, the other day I got my comp issue of Take Ten in the mail. I am the Guest Designer for the Spring 2009 and 3 of my cards {MFT, Bella and TCP} grace the front cover! YAY!…my first cover! Note that I say first, because that is one of my creative goals…create more work that is cover worthy. Here is a pic of the cover and a portion of the Guest Designer article {taken from the Stampington site}…
This issue of Take Ten will be available in stores March 1.
Yesterday I showed you Ellie’s Valentine’s, but I didn’t show you what I attached to all the girls’ Valentines. I attached handmade hair bows! I found the directions in the latest issue of Handmade. For that reason, I will not be posting a step by step tutorial at this time; however, I have included directions {which are my modified instructions, because the instructions in Handmade made bows WAY to big for a 2 year old’s head}.
Group shot of all the bows…
Here is my how to…
You will need:
-Four to six pieces of ribbon 7″ in length
-Four to six pieces of ribbon 6″ in length
{Note: add more ribbon for fuller bows}
-Needle
-Thread
-Alligator Clips {found a box of 100 at Sally Beauty Supply for $3.99}
Hot Glue or E6000 {I was wary if the hot glue would work attaching the bows to the metal clips and so far I have not had a problem. I am sure if you pulled hard enough, the bow would detach, but until then I am sticking with the hot glue}.
-Button or other embellishments for the top of the bow
Directions:
1. Thread the ribbon through the center {3.5″} of the 7″ lengths of ribbon.
2. Fan out in desired “pattern” {this really only matters if you have 2 or more printed ribbons}.
3. Pull the edges to the center and thread through needle.
4. Repeat steps1-3 for 6″ lengths of ribbon.
5. Make a couple stitches through all of the ribbon so that they stay in place.
6. Attach button or other embellishment {Primas work great, too!} to top of bow using hot glue.
7. Adhere to alligator clip using hot glue {or other strong glue}.
Jen - I’d be interested in a copy of the book but you have to promise to sign it!
Love the take ten page - its my goal to get published this year but don’t know where to start really.
Ronnie
Thank you so much for the precious valentine and hairbow for Addison. She is wearing it today! You are so talented. I definately would buy one of your books. - Sabrina
I would be interested in that book, looks awesome!
Super cute hairbows!! Congrats on the being published in those books, what a great accomplishment!
Wow Jen, huge CONGRATULATIONS on your accomplishments. That’s soooooo awesome! Love the little hair bows…too cute!!!
Wow, you’re awesome! It must be so exciting to see your name and projects in print, especially on the front cover. Congrats!
Those hairbows are adorable - the girls will love them!
Congratulations on all your success! The book looks like a good one and your cards on the front of Take Ten are so pretty!
I would be interested in the book too. Love all your bows and valentines, and heck everything you do!!!!
Love the hairbows and congratulations on the cover spot!!!! That’s awesome :o) I would be very interested in buying one of the books if they aren’t something that I could find locally - I don’t like to pay shipping. I’m with #1 though, you would have to sign the book…that would definitely be worth the shipping cost! Have a great weekend!
Jen, I would also definitely be interested in purchasing the book but I’m with Ronnie - I want a signed copy! Congrats on your accomplishments! I think you have every right to “toot your own horn” - you’ve done well! Pat yourself on the back!
And your Valentine’s bows make me want to have a girl now! They are adorable and I’m hoping to attempt to recreate one for a few friends at work with girls. Thank you as always for your inspiration!
Christine aka Stampin’ Ninja
OH MY GOODNESS! I am sooo happy for you! I check out your blog quite often, and just love your work. I am so very excited for you, I can only dream of the day my work makes it to the outside of the magazine!!!
Keep up the great, inspiring work, I love it!
Take care,
Jaime
Congrats on the being published in books!
I would be interested in the book too.
Congrats on all your great news today! I would definitely be interested in the book. My COPICs get lonely because they tend to intimidate me. They’d love to play a bigger role in my cardmaking.
Congratulations Jen ! How wonderful that must feel to see your work published. You deserve it you do awesome work . Thank you for sharing it with us. A fan for sure! Geri
Hello, love your work and I would be very interested in purchasing a copy of the book. I just started buying copic markers and I am wanting all the knowledge I can get.
Thanks
Jan Rogers
janrogers@cox.net
http://www.janrogers1968.blogspot.com
Congratulations Jen on your accomplishment!
I have just bought copics and I’m still learning how to use them. I would be very interested in the book, especially if there are any color demonstrations, how-tos, tips, etc. Thanks for all you do to inspire!
Wow Jen you must be so proud! You are so deserving this is very exciting. I’d love to see the book sold on your blog.
Congrats on your book and cover! That is wonderful. Those hari bows are too cute. I bet all of the girls loved them.
Tons of congrats to you Jen! wow! Amazing accomplishement.
My Take Ten arrived yesterday. Great cover, great pics and article. Way to go, and meeting your goals. I’m interested in the book. Along with scrap, stamps and all supplies, I am a book junkie also. Congrats.
Jen, I love your blog and check it daily for all your creative ideas. I really want to get a copy of the Take Ten publication but this is the first time I have ever heard of it. Can you tell me where I can purchase this magazine? Thanks
Congratulation! You must be on cloud 9! I admire your work and would love to purchase your book. Oh, and can’t wait to see the new Take Ten. And how cute are those hair bows. I miss my girls being young and “wanting to wear bows”.
WOW! I’m excited for your published success!! I would celebrate by buying more stamps! Your artwork ROCKS! That’s why I stop by each day.
Congrats Jen!!!! Daisy and I were so excited when we got a copy of this from Tim’s class. We were so happy for you! Woohoo!!!
I would be interested in the book, BUT I already have a copy! I attended the Copic class in Anaheim before CHA and received one. It’s a great resource and I really like the projects. I need to go out and get a copy of Take Ten now though. : )
I like the hairbows! My 4 year old and 20 month old love hair “stuff” so I’ll try these for them.
Congrats on the book! That is so awesome!
The bows you made are adorable! What a good Mommy!
HUGE congrats and great big hugs jen!!!! i am so excited for you! you so deserve the recognition!
and those hair bows - ADORable!!
hugs
M
I would buy Creative Colors. Congratulations!!
Linda Peterson
What a HONOR to have your items posted in the book. Yes I would love a book just let me know where I can purchase this at. CONGRATULATIONS on a job well done.
Congratulations Jen!!!!!
Congratulations Jen!! Yes I would buy the book~ love the hair bows! Thanks for all of the great inspiraion!
Hugs~ Denise
Many Congrats to you, I bet that was so exciting to have your first cover!! Those bows are too cute, they would be sweet on a package top too!
I’d love to buy the book…I have just started getting into watercolors/markers and I would love to have it as my guide
BTW, I would pay more than $10 too!!
Are you kidding I would love to get my hands on that book it looks simply delicious!!! Oh the Bows are way beyond cute I am sure the girls look fabu in them. Huggers Alesia
Congratulations and I know exactly how you feel as I to contributed to a book that was published by Design Originals. The book was made surrounding my designs and one made the cover and all the other were the centerfold. This is a big thing so keep tooting your horn and YES I would definetly want to purchase one
TA
http://carbonescorner.blogspot.com
I would love a book too, I adore my Copics and would love the chance to use them more!
I agree though with the first poster, if you sell em.. you need to sign em so we can all say you before you became card famous!
WOW, congrats on the cover and article in Take Ten; YOU ROCK! Your valentine project is awesome too; What a lucky girll Ellie is!
All of your projects are absolutely beautiful and very inspiring. I took one of your copic marker classes about 6 months ago at Imprints. Enjoyed the class, the markers and your teaching methods. You may not know it but you also introduced me to the ‘blog’ world. I enjoy reading your blogs and numerous links to inspirational stamped cards.
You should be very proud of your book AND the great Stampington feature. That is AWESOME!! I would love to buy a copy of you book!
I would definately buy one of your books! I love following your blog and I just purchased a set of copic markers last night so I’d be very excited to purchase YOUR book! please let me know asap when this would be available.
WOW; you knocked Valentine’s out of the park. You made valentines look like *poop* - said with love of course!
I’d love to buy the book; I’ve always loved your work!!!
I would totally buy a book from you!! And congrats on your Take Ten feature! Your cards look amazing in it.
Congrats on the book and the Take Ten feature! Count me in for the book! And the bows are adorable - Happy Valentine’s Day, Jen!
Congratulations!!!
hey Jen! Just wanted to say congrats to you for all your great news today!! Way to go making your dreams reality
Congrats! Jen and yes I would be interested in buying this book from you. Lovely cards as well!
Congrats, Jen! You totally deserve “bragging rights”. Your 2 accomplishments are so awesome. I’d love a copy of your book, too! And I agree with the other ladies that you should sign all of them
I LOVE your cards and layout in “Take Ten”. I’ve never heard of it…do you know where they’re sold? I’m in Wisconsin and would love to get my hands on a copy. Keep up the great work!
Jen: I love the hairbow and will be making a couple for the granddaughters for Easter…..also would love an tuographed copy of your book if you decide to sell it from your website. I love your style and feel I have learned a lot by folloing your blog.
Congrats on your great achievements! I LOVE Take 10 and look for it on the shelves! I can’t wait to see more of your work this time! Congrats also on the book! It looks fabulous! Thank you so much for sharing all of your creative wisdom with us fellow bloggers! You really inspire me!!!
OMG!!! How did I miss this exciting announcement - truly wonderful success!!! and I love Take Ten - my favorite - Congratulations and can’t wait to get my hands on both publications….. your bows are super cute….isn’t having a little girl just the best?
Hi Jen.
Congratulations on making the cover of the magazine, you deserve it, your cards are just so beautiful. I certainly would be interested in purchasing a copy of the book. I live in Canada, I would need a shipping quote.
I would love a copy of the book! I have a US mailing address and paypal. Please contact me when you are shipping. Also, you would most definitely need to autograph the book!!