Artful Blogging
Imagine my SHEER excitement when Staci Dumoski, the editor of Stampington's gorgeous publication, "Artful Blogging", contacted me last September and told me that she wanted to feature my blog in an upcoming issue. I was sooooooo excited and VERY honored! "Artful Blogging" is such a beautiful work of art. I have enjoyed reading my copy of the first issue over and over again.
When I sat down to write about my personal blogging experience - the old-fashioned way, with a pad of lined paper and a freshly sharpened pencil - I began to write about YOU. I wrote about what you mean to me in my life and how grateful I am to have you be a part of Daisy Cottage. I finished typing the final draft and after attaching my photos, I excitedly (and nervously with butterflies swarming around in my tummy) hit the "send" button. I took a deep breath and hoped so much that the 700 or so words that I wrote would be okay.
On Saturday afternoon, Dave the mailman, delivered a complimentary copy of the new Spring edition of "Artful Blogging" to Daisy Cottage's mailbox. Take a sneak peek with me......
There we are!! You and me. Me and YOU.
THANK YOU STACI - SOOOOOOOOOO MUCH! I AM THRILLED BEYOND WORDS!
This issue of "Artful Blogging" will be available on February 1st. You will be able to find it at Borders, Books-A-Million, Barnes & Noble and other book stores. You can also order online! If you can, please treat yourself to a copy of this FANTASTIC publication featuring amazing artists and talented bloggers - oh and some simple, but very heartfelt words from me to YOU.
To celebrate, I'd love to give a copy away to ONE OF YOU ... just leave a comment if you'd like to have one - from my mailbox to yours. xo, Kim
Congratulations!
I haven't seen that magazine before.
I will look for it!
Posted by: ~~flo~~ | January 21, 2008 at 10:10 AM
That is so exciting! Congratulations! I agree with you completely, it's the wonderful blogging community that makes blogging so special! I'm going to go look for that magazine on Feb. 1st!
Posted by: cindy ~ my romantic home | January 21, 2008 at 10:20 AM
Fantastically Cool! I haven't seen this magazine before, but will be sure to check it out! Congrats to you Kim!!
Teresa
xo
Posted by: Teresa ~ French Poppy | January 21, 2008 at 10:34 AM
Congratulations again! Such a wonderful experience and it couldn't happen to a nicer person!
Posted by: Shari | January 21, 2008 at 10:37 AM
Oh, what a special treat! You deserve the space in this wonderful publication. I haven't seen it on the stands but will look for it. I'd love to have a copy.
You always make my day. I love visiting you each day to see what wonderful things you will share with us. You inspire me and encourage me to keep working on my little home that still needs so much work and updating.
~Adrienne~
Posted by: Adrienne | January 21, 2008 at 10:48 AM
Kim~
Congrats!! That's so great! I just found your blog last week and I have really enjoyed it! You do a fabulous job decorating and coordinating(your books with your decor). I have been to Goodwill three times since reading your blog...you'll have to let me know where those great stores are. I will be in the Orlando area the first week in March. I'd love to take a peek at Artful blogging...where do you find that book?
Posted by: janae | January 21, 2008 at 10:49 AM
How exciting, Kim. Congrats to you. I've never seen this magazine but it's a great concept. I have met so many wonderful friends through blogging. Thank you for encouraging me to start my own blog.
Hugs,
Hope
Posted by: Hope | January 21, 2008 at 10:58 AM
wow! congrats darlin! I have not seen that, but surely your blog is a work of art! I would love a copy!xo
Posted by: apt. a {berriehead} | January 21, 2008 at 11:04 AM
CONGRATULATIONS! It couldn't happen to a more deserving person!! You're the best!
Posted by: Rachel | January 21, 2008 at 11:05 AM
Congratulations on this well deserved article Kim. I've not seen this magazine. Is it available on newstands?
Pat
Posted by: Pat | January 21, 2008 at 11:06 AM
Big congrats, Kim! I would be beyond excited too. Sign me up for the drawing. I've never heard of it either, but will be on the lookout for it on the newstands.
Hugs,
Rhoda
Posted by: Rhoda | January 21, 2008 at 11:09 AM
Kim,
Congratulatons! Your writing has been appreciated by some of us for a while, now others are lucky enough to read your work also! This magazine and others.... You rock girl!
MimiG
Posted by: MimiG | January 21, 2008 at 11:11 AM
How exciting! I have never seen or heard of that magazine. It looks beautiful! Where oh where can one purchase a copy?
Posted by: Vickie@PursuingSimplicity | January 21, 2008 at 11:15 AM
Congrats! That is so super cool!
Smiles,
Jennifer
Posted by: Jennifer | January 21, 2008 at 11:17 AM
WOW!!!
congrats my friend!
this is so cool. i bought the first one, and enjoyed seeing old and new friends.
i will be getting this one too!
Celebrate!
jessi
Posted by: jessi nagy | January 21, 2008 at 11:18 AM
Congratulations Kim. I have been reading your blog for about a month now, and totally love it. I decorate in the same style and colors as you and you have given me so many ideas and inspirations.I have to look for this book, it looks amazing.
Posted by: Sherrel | January 21, 2008 at 11:20 AM
Thank you sweethearts! ((hugs))
I just updated this blog with info about where to find the issue..
xo,
Kim
Posted by: Daisy Cottage | January 21, 2008 at 11:20 AM
Congratulations! I am not surprised at all that Daisy Cottage is featured. I will have to look for this!!!
Posted by: Andrea | January 21, 2008 at 11:21 AM
Congratulations Kim! I am enjoying reading your blog so much. The Artful Blogging publication is difficult to find here in Canada ~ but I'll keep trying :-}
Posted by: Deb | January 21, 2008 at 11:22 AM
Congratulations Kim! Very well deserved - when I came across your blog a few months ago I became inspired to start my own. I look forward to picking up a copy of this magazine!
Posted by: Erin | January 21, 2008 at 11:30 AM
I am so happy for you Kim.
I'll be at Barnes & Noble to pick up my copy.
Congratulations ~ Good things happen to good people!
Tracie
Posted by: Tracie | January 21, 2008 at 11:31 AM
How very exciting!!!! I'm so happy for you. I've not heard of this magazine - but will be sure to check it out.
tina
Posted by: | January 21, 2008 at 11:32 AM
Congrats Kim!! So very well deserved :)
Hugs,
Dena
Posted by: Dena | January 21, 2008 at 11:36 AM
No one desrves it more than YOU! Truly one of the best blogs on the web. Enjoy your success! That sweet Daisy Cottage keeps giving and giving...xx
Posted by: Denice | January 21, 2008 at 11:38 AM
Congratulations! You are an artful blogger so this is a great honor to be recognized! And it couldn't happen to anyone more sweet.
xo
Melissa
Posted by: melissa @ the inspired room | January 21, 2008 at 11:39 AM